Tom O`Dea (Webmaster) 
The current membership term for Members of the Dysert O’Dea Clan Association ends on 30 June 2025.
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McMAHON, Mary Teresa (nee O’Dea).
Born 26 July 1926.
Passed away peacefully on 16 July 2024.
Dearly loved and loving wife of the late Vin McMahon of Wandearah West.
Much loved and admired mother and mother-in-law of Maureen & Ron Carey, the late Brian & Helen, Jim & Leonie, Margaret & Shane Fantinel, Paul, Peter & Joy.
Devoted grandmother of Chris & family, Philip, Joanna, Natalie & Ryan, Lauren & Dan, Tom, Amelia, Clare & Joe, Kate, Stephen, Amber & Justin, Sarah.
Great-grandmother of Lachlan, Spencer, Patrick and Penelope.
Mary was the much-loved older sister to Martin, Margaret Kuerschner & Bernard (all deceased), born to Anne & Con O’Dea of Parnaroo and Penola, last of the great silent generation in her family.
Special thanks to the wonderful clinical, hospitality and lifestyle staff at Helping Hand Aged Care North Adelaide over more than five years.
An inspiration to us all, and forever in our hearts.
Rest in Peace.
Dear Clan Members,
This is a friendly reminder about the Opinion Survey about the 2025 Clan Gathering.
Thank you to all those who have responded so far. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us plan a memorable event.
The survey will remain open until Friday 21 June 21 2024. If you haven’t had a chance to participate yet, please take a few minutes to share your thoughts: 2025 Opinion Survey
Thank you for your time and input.
Dear Clan Members,
Here is a message from the Organising Committee about the next O’Dea Clan Gathering in Ireland.
Save the Date
The 12th International O’Dea Clan Gathering will be held in Ennis, Co. Clare from Friday 13 June 2025 to Sunday 15 June 2025.
More details will be provided during the coming months.
Photos – Dysert O’Dea Castle and Archaeology Centre.
Dysert O'Dea Castle
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Castle
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Castle
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Castle
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Castle
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Castle and Archaeology Centre
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Castle and Archaeology Centre
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Castle and Archaeology Centre
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Monastery
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Monastery
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
Dysert O'Dea Monastery
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
St Tola's Cross - Dysert O'Dea
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
St Tola's Cross - Dysert O'Dea
(Photo supplied by Maureen and Ron Carey)
To Members of the Dysert O’Dea Clan,
Here is the Summer Letter to members of the Clans of Ireland from An Cathaoirleach, Gearóid Ó Ceallaigh
Please click on this link to view the letter: Letter from An Cathaoirleach, Clans of Ireland – Summer 2023
Skupnik, George Joseph Jr., Baptized into the hope of Christ’s resurrection on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at the age of 72.
Beloved husband for fifty years of Colleen Mary (nee O’Day); father of Matthew, Nicholas, and Christopher (Kelly) Skupnik; loving gramps of Vivienne and Nora; twin brother of Carol; brother of the late Robert; dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, godfather, and friend to everyone he met.
George graduated from Saint Louis University in 1975 with a J.D. He joined the law firm of Kramer and Frank P.C., became a principal in 1985, and retired in 2017. He continued consulting for the law firm for five years. During that time, he devoted himself to his passion for golf, traveling with his wife, and spending time with his family.
George was a fantastic person who was a mentor to many and patriarch of the family. He will be greatly missed by all.
Services: Funeral from the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to Ascension Catholic Church, Chesterfield for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Private interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Backstoppers. Visitation Wednesday 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
Members of the Dysert O’Dea Clan Association are invited to view the Job Descriptions for the Clan Officers and other Volunteers. Details are available here: Job Descriptions
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
