The funeral of the late Mr J. Ellis Goodbody took place on Monday from Thornhill, his residence in Limerick, to Clara in King’s County, where the interment followed on Tuesday in the Friends’ Burial Ground.
A substantial gathering of citizens from various backgrounds and beliefs joined the funeral procession to the Limerick Railway Station, where the remains were placed in the mortuary compartment and transported to Clara via the 1.15 p.m. train from Limerick.
Among the principal mourners at the funeral were Master Geoffrey Goodbody, the son of the deceased, and his brother, Louis Goodbody. Also, present were J. Ferry, D.L., from Clara, as well as Gerald E. Goodbody, Master Richard Goodbody, and J. Perry Goodbody Jr., who were cousins of the deceased.
The solemn event was marked by a sense of reverence and respect, as friends, family, and members of the community came together to pay their final respects to Mr J. Ellis Goodbody.
The late Mr Goodbody was evidently held in high regard, as evidenced by the attendance of a diverse array of mourners. His passing has left a void in the hearts of many, but his memory will undoubtedly be cherished by those who knew him.
The funeral procession and interment proceeded smoothly, reflecting the dignity and solemnity befitting the occasion. As the community bids farewell to one of its esteemed members, the legacy of Mr J. Ellis Goodbody will endure in the hearts and minds of those who had the privilege of knowing him.
The Goodbody family, in their time of loss, was surrounded by the support and condolences of the wider community, demonstrating the strength of unity and compassion in times of grief.
As the sun set on the day of Mr Goodbody’s interment, it marked the end of a chapter in the community’s collective history. Yet, the memory of his life and contributions will continue to resonate, serving as a reminder of the enduring impact of a life well-lived.
Dublin Daily Express – Wednesday 23 December 1914