April 5, 2021
James Deegan Sr.
PORT RICHEY, Fla. – Through the grace of the Lord, Jim passed away on March 17, 2021, in Port Richey, Fla. A proud Irishman, it was fitting that Jim entered eternal life on Saint Patrick’s Day. Jim was the son of the late Marguerite Hope Deegan and Edward Deegan, and the oldest of their four sons.
Jim was married to Rose Carolyn Deegan for more than 37 years. For more than two decades, they called Port Richey their home. Florida was the perfect place for an avid lifelong golfer, and that was Jim. He loved the game and was quite accomplished. He made his last hole-in-one at the age of 76, and he was the envy of his fellow golfers.
Cara Ewing-Mackie has scooped an Inverclyde Festival Scholarship in recognition of her musical skills. The gifted 16-year-old - who attends St Columba s in Kilmacolm with twin sister Hilary - was recognised by festival officials for her contribution to the competition over the years. Cara, who lives with her parents Sylvia and John, Hilary and their dog Bailey, was one of three talented youngsters in the area who scooped a £500 windfall this year. The teenage singing sensation, who has also been playing cello since the age of seven and hopes to pursue a career in opera, says she is very proud to be recognised.