Tom O'Dea (Webmaster)

Clan Gathering Opinion Survey – Thank You

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Dear Clan Members,

Here is a message from the Chairman of the Clan Association and the Taoiseach (Clan Chieftain).

Thank you all those who participated in our recent Survey.  We were blown away by the incredible response and welcome the insights your responses provided.
 
You can view a summary of the Survey Results here: https://odeaclan.org/clan-gathering-opinion-survey/survey-results/
 
As you know, the last Clan Gathering in Ireland was held in May 2018.  The next one was to have been held in July 2021, but we had to defer this.  We are starting to plan to hold the next Clan Gathering, again in Ennis Co. Clare, from 8-10 July 2022.  We anticipate that fewer people will be willing to attend owing to what we anticipate will be continuing uncertainty regarding Covid-19, including what regulations may be in place regarding visiting other countries, and that costs relating to all aspects of travel are expected to have increased.
 
Before the end of the year, we intend to provide indicative prices for a Gathering in 2021 and seek expressions of interest.  If it is feasible, we hope to broadcast or record some sessions and make these available for members.
 
This note is to provide you with an update that we do hope to run a Clan Gathering next year.  We will keep you informed of our plans through this Website, our Newsletters and by email.
 
We will also update you on plans for other Gatherings in other locations such as North America or maybe even in New Zealand where the one planned for 2020 also had to be cancelled due to Covid.

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Clan Gathering Opinion Survey

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Dysert O`Dea Clan > Articles by: Tom O'Dea (Webmaster)

Dear Clan Members,

Here is a message from the Chairman of the Clan Association and the Taoiseach (Clan Chieftain).

Clan members are invited to participate in a Survey of Clan members about future Clan Gatherings in Ireland and North America.

The aim of the Survey is to provide the Clan Association Committee with information about the level of interest from Clan Members about their participation in future Clan Gatherings in Ireland and North America.

You can submit your Survey Responses here: https://odeaclan.org/2022-clan-gathering-opinion-survey/

You can view a summary of the Survey Results here: https://odeaclan.org/clan-gathering-opinion-survey/survey-results/

 

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Message from the Clan Chieftain about the Next Clan Gathering in Ireland

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Dysert O`Dea Clan > Articles by: Tom O'Dea (Webmaster)

Here is a message from Joan Koechig, the Clan Chieftain:

Greetings from St. Charles, Missouri.

I hope it is cooler where you live. Nothing like living in Missouri in July and August with our heat and humidity!!!

I wanted to let you know that a decision has been made about our International Get-Together in Ennis, County Clare. For a variety of reasons that all revolve around Covid-19, the decision has been made to push our next get-together from July 2021 to July 2022. I hope you understand. These are trying times that we are living through.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

I hope that you and your family are safe and healthy.

joanie

Joan Koechig
Chieftain

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Always Virginia – A Memoir

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Dysert O`Dea Clan > Articles by: Tom O'Dea (Webmaster)

Jack Fritscher, PhD has very kindly allowed us to post this link (https://online.flipbuilder.com/qquj/vjfh/mobile/index.html) for the interest and edification of Clan members. 

The link is to the Flipbook version of his mother’s book Always Virginia (which is also in paperback and Kindle at Amazon) about her life as part of the Day family in 1920s-1930s Southern Illinois.  Jack says we will find the story interesting and that it may provide ideas about how to write our own family histories and to design our own family books.

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Jeanette Van De Motter RIP

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Dysert O`Dea Clan > Articles by: Tom O'Dea (Webmaster)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeanette Van De Motter, a beloved founding member of the O Dea Clan. Jeanette was a loyal and faithful member of the Clan and had the distinction of attending every Clan gathering alongside her husband, Charles. Her dedication to the Clan was unwavering, and she was held in high regard by all who knew her.

Jeanette’s unwavering presence at Clan gatherings will be greatly missed, and her passing has left a void in the hearts of all who knew her. We extend our sincere condolences to Charles and all of Jeanette’s family during this difficult time.

Jeanette’s memory will live on in the hearts and minds of the O Dea Clan members and will forever be a cherished part of our history.

Rest in peace, Jeanette Van De Motter. You will be deeply missed.

Jeanette’s Obituary published on cleveland.com can be found here: https://obits.cleveland.com/us/obituaries/cleveland/name/jeanette-van-de-motter-obituary?id=49622185

Jeanette’s Obituary published by the Funeral Home can be found here: https://www.schultemahonmurphy.com/obituaries/Jeanette-M-Van-De-Motter?obId=27447627#/obituaryInfo

Funeral Mass, Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church. The Mass will be live streamed on the funeral home website. Interment All Souls Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the SCHULTE & MAHON-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 5252 MAYFIELD RD., LYNDHURST (BETWEEN BRAINARD & RICHMOND) FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 2023 FROM 3 TO 7 P.M.

Here is the link to the livestream of the Funeral Mass: https://www.schultemahonmurphy.com/live-stream/todays-live-stream

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