Over 35 years have passed since the Leaving Cert Class of 1988 sat their exams in Templemore. The school had undergone a major transformation just three years earlier, with the amalgamation of the Convent of Mercy and the Christian Brothers. By then, there was no longer a need to peer over the wall that once divided the two schools—students were now fully integrated, forming lifelong friendships that have stood the test of time.
It was a night of nostalgia, laughter, and reconnection as over 50 classmates gathered for their reunion in Murphy’s. Some travelled from as far as America, Nova Scotia, Saudi Arabia, London, and every corner of Ireland to be there.
🙏 Remembering Those We Lost
Sadly, the group took time to honour the memory of nine classmates who have passed away over the years:
Lorraine Quinn, Dearbhla McClean, Caroline Sweeney, Rachel Bourke, Paul Giles, Joe Brennan, David Nolan, Jim Callanan, and Brian Hanley. They were fondly remembered throughout the evening.
💙 Giving Back
In an incredible show of generosity, the reunion group raised €2,820 through donations on the night in aid of North Tipperary Hospice – a fantastic contribution to a worthy cause.
👏 A Huge Well Done!
A massive thank you to the organisers who made this event a reality. It was a night filled with shared stories, cherished friendships, and plenty of craic!
📸 Group Photo – Who Was There?
Back Row: Gerard Keating, Paddy Hogan, Tadhg Carey, Graham Cullen, Richard Brennan, Paddy Harney, Pat Connolly, Tom Quinlan, Owen Boyle, Senan Sheedy, Ailbe Quinlan, Paddy Stapleton, Larry Stapleton.
Third Row: Eamonn O’Mahony, Catherine Sheehan, Martin O’Reilly, David Duggan, Michael Marnell, Laura Robinson, Emer McDonnell, Martha Bane, Sinead Russell, Catherine Morris, Barbara McNamara, Eileen Stapleton, Eilish O’Connell, Deirdre Murphy, Anna Fogarty, June Kinnane.
Second Row: Mary Collier, Marie Russell, Veronica Bourke, Anne-Marie Ryan, Brid Maher, Mary Treacy, Aine Loughnane, Patricia Larkin, Angela Moloney, Bridget Kennedy, Brid Ormond.
Front Row: Jim Kennedy, Darren O’Toole, Brendan Murphy, Murt Kennedy, Tim Fogarty, Paul Carr, Larry Broderick, Sean Ryan, P.J. Corcoran.
