BATEMAN, John Joe (Knockalisheen, Meelick, Co. Clare) - October 16, 2022 (peacefully), in Ennis Road Care Facility, predeceased by his wife Nell, sons Eoin and Daragh and brother Patsy; deeply regretted by his loving family, daughter-in-law Diana, grandson Jack, brother Jim, sister-in-law Eileen, nephews Michael and Paul, niece Elaine, the Sheehan family, extended relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May he rest in peace. Reposing at McMahon's Funeral Home, Blackwater, today (Tuesday, October 18) from 6.00 o'c. to 7.30 o'c., followed by removal to St. John the Baptist Church, Meelick. Funeral Mass tomorrow (Wednesday, October 19) at 12.00 noon, followed by burial afterwards in the church grounds. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Milford Care Centre.