Priest Killed | Roasted His Heart, Used The Oils To Clean Their Boots

Fr. Michael Murphy (c. 1767 - 9 June 1798) was an Irish Roman Catholic priest and United Irishmen leader during the Irish Rebellion of 1798.
While his birthplace in Ireland is undetermined, various locations (such as Ballinoulart, Castleannesley or in Kilnew, County Wexford) are documented as possibilities. He was ordained a priest in 1785 at Wexford after completing hedge school in Oulart. His first parish was at Ballycanew, after Theology and Philosophy studies at the Irish College in Bordeaux in France. Murphy joined the Rebellion on 27 May 1798 following the vandalism of his church by Crown yeomen, despite a mostly pacifist stance by the church leadership.
Murphy proceeded towards battle at Gorey, Kilthomas Hill, then Ballyorril Hill where he met with fellow priest Fr. John Murphy of Boolavogue. Murphy was attacking a gun position on horseback at the Battle of Arklow on 9 June 1798 when he was killed by gunfire. His grave is at Castle Ellis
#history #cemetery #grave

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[@Allan-hd1uh]

It's a terrible thing to take a life but then remove the heart to shine your boots how utterly gruesome. I feel so sorry for that man to have to have his mortal remains violated like that. Greetings from Connecticut USA 🇺🇸

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes, it's terrible

[@pamelawooten3251]

Amazing old cemetery! So awful of what happened to him. Such a beautiful place. Thank you Sue for battling the nettles to bring us this story.

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Always welcome Pamela, it's the worst sting

[@tonymeads4693]

The story of Father Murphy is truly AWFUL. He died fighting for his country and deserved to be shown respect in death as a brave man and not to have his body disrespected in such a vile way.May he rest in peace. Thanks for another great video. I really like the fine carvings on the headstones.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Beautiful carvings, they are my favourite, yes very sad for the priest

[@carolinebyrne9392]

THE LOT OF TRATORS CRAWINING AROUND TODAYS DAIL WOULD NOT SHINE A TIMBLE BECOUSE MARY LU AND CO HAVE STONES IN THERE

[@benbaker2965]

Sue, thank you for bearing the nettles and thistles to show us Fr. Murphy's grave . Such noble men and the Brits were so cruel. A beautiful old graveyard. Thanks for sharing the history. 🧡💚🇮🇪

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Very welcome Ben, sad for sure

[@barry_uk]

Hi Ben, I am English and I am 100% behind your comment. You the British of those times were so cruel. I don't believe it was necessary to be so cruel and evil. They certainly had some vile methods of execution and killing. May Fr Murphy rest in eternal peace.

[@carolinebyrne9392]

puls WHAT sort of priests were rideing around mudering SOME poor english womans young son strangly fimular as OBOUSELY had not heard of THOU SHALT NOT KILL

[@wayneiles9823]

Father Micheal Murphy was brave in his fight against the crown. Different time and terror . Take it easy Sue in your walk through the sad but beautiful cemetery regards from Australia. .

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Thanks Wayne ❤️

[@shellycassidy5473]

Poor priest rest in peace

[@donnicholas7552]

I love those old headstones. Interesting story about Father Murphy. It's sick what they did to his heart.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Terrible Don but the headstones are incredible

[@tomsdotter3228]

Gorgeous cemetery. Thank you so much for this history lesson. RIP Father Murphy. And thank you for battling the nettles, too.

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Thanks toms ❤️

[@Liz_678]

Oh my 😮. Horrible! They didn’t get past the “pearly gates”!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I hope not

[@davidballoid2118]

Sounds Twisted, Horrible, and Sad !😲Can't believe someone would do such a thing!

[@carolinebyrne9392]

NITHER DID MURPHY

[@RedheadTales]

Wow I totally admire you and Cathal on your history finding. I love how you both educate us on Irelands history. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and dedication to your loyal fans...xxoo❤

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Thanks Irene, you're so very welcome x x

[@karencarbone2603]

What an old cemetery Sue. Absolutely beautiful! I just love the greenery of Ireland. What a horrific way to die. May he be resting in peace. That grave with the rails is absolutely awesome. Please be careful Sue you don,t hurt yourself or get stung. We all appreciate all the hard work you do in sharing all this history.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Karen, those nettles give you a right sting but always worth it

[@sheilan6235]

Great story, I’m sorry that I missed the live. They must have been super intimidated by him if they did that with his heart.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi Sheila, you're here now and that means a lot, unfortunately the 1798 rebellion was cruel, especially when the leaders were captured but its what made Ireland great today.

[@shaunmckenna1923]

Hello Sue , Great video really enjoyed it beautiful location with some lovely old gravestones thank you.

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Thanks Shaun, great to see you in the live

[@ellenfalveycarroll4489]

We learned so much in school about those great heroes song went at vineger hill they burned his body upon the rack Tragic it's so much History it should be maintained !

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes Ellen, I've been to vinegar Hill, it's beautiful but has such sadness around

[@ellenfalveycarroll4489]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards have friends living there!thank u I know Wexford well !

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Oh brilliant well I live near kilmore Quay

[@headstonesandhistory]

I absolutely loved this! Your channel is incredible and ai look forward to each and every one of your videos. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much, appreciate that

[@thomasalderman2399]

I enjoy your show so much. It never gets old. I love seeing little towns and beautiful landscapes of your Ireland and England , Scotland , Wales and wherever else. Thank you so much and keep up the good work. Hello Mrs.Sue from Ohio,USA.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi Thomas, thanks so much

[@cathys7087]

How barbaric 😮

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Terrible

[@beckysteffka2434]

A gruesome story Sue, it's horrendous how people were butchered. And the stones in this cemetery are so beautifully carved! I appreciate their craftsmanship.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Becky

[@michaellang8408]

Hey! That's my Real Birth Name! It was nice to hear you say it quite a few times!😊 You give my brains therapy! Tanks as always🍻

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much, I love when people hear their surnames

[@michaellang8408]

@Serenity Sue I meant to tell you, I live very near Lakeview Cemetery where Bruce Lee and his son are buried and I haven't visited in quite some time. But I think I'm gonna go Tomorrow ! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Oh definitely do, that would be lovely

[@Liz_678]

Beautiful but sad tour Sue! Glad you found it though. Love the 1700 stones. They are so well carved. You need high boots Sue!!! Ouch 🤕

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Liz, I'm always so silly, I've got some in the car but didn't use them x x I love the carvings so beautiful

[@Liz_678]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards 😂good place for them! Yes the carvings are beautiful. Many thanks!

[@joanfreestone1707]

Poor Father Murphy deserved that prominent memorial so that he's not forgotten. This is a lovely old graveyard. I love the "fairy house".

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Joan, it was a beautiful grave, yes fairy House for sure ✨️

[@bcoldgoalie]

Another great historical cemetery for me to see! Lovely video Sue and GV. 😊❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Cheers Hans, hope all well with you

[@ivangranger8494]

So pristinely, Beautiful, there. Where I reside in the states, is a cloud seed dumping ground. Everything is keenly sharp, even through a Device.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes it's just so beautiful here, I'm blessed

[@ivangranger8494]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards My Grand father whomI do not remember, played on British cruise ships. He was from England, but his surname was Ewing. George French Ewing. My fathers mother died very young, and my father was left with another family in CA, as they had relocated there. She worked in movies, my Grandfather could not take him on his ocean travel band, career. There are things I do not know about him. It’s sad. I just know he played the cello, violin, either banjo or ukulele. I always was taken by the sounds of string instruments. In my elder years, I wish I had been able to learn to play. The music, haunts my Soul. I also love the music from the Isles. Seems a part of me, also.

[@vickimiller6991]

What a beautiful place. The angles can be heard singing.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I love we have such beautiful historic places and adore the song that follows us

[@tinasavage674]

How sad the way that poor preist died 😢 but he's in a lovely resting place . Great video sue 😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Tina x

[@brendacanter9768]

Glad they put the fence up around his grave. Looks amazing❤️Father Murphy was a true Hero❤️ May they all Rest in Peace❤️

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Brenda ❤️ he sure was a great man

[@dougsherk1298]

I love those older stones the craftsmanship is just beautiful

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It's absolutely amazing, great work

[@loralouise3865]

Once again you have given us a great video with scenes and tombs you can’t see anywhere else! I loved the fairy tree! Thanks for braving the nettles and the hazards to bring us such a beautiful video. Please be safe. On the tomb with the iron fence I think that soldier is holding a key. Thanks again!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Lora, some very beautiful stones in there

[@dm607]

"Here lies the body", I love those headstones Sue. Such a shame the cemetery has been let go, especially because a VIP is interred there. Would you guys like me to send you some gumboots from Australia? Lol.... Thank you for finding this lovely place. Deb of Oz.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Gumboots that's a new one Deb, I had wellies in the car but thought I wouldn't need them but as per usual yes I did lol

[@dm607]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards It's a nickname the wellies picked up over here as they're made from rubber tree "gum" or sap.

[@AussieWalks]

Another lovely video. Thank you as always guys for respecting these departed Souls.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Very welcome Aussie 🙏

[@patkendricks187]

😊I love everything you do. I think you should get a pair of boots in a case like this, the grass and weeds are too high for sneakers.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes Pat, I've a pair in the car, silly me didn't put them on

[@mrswintersparrow]

I'm working my way through your channel and that of G.V. I was lucky enough to spend some time at Ballyvaughn with a friend's family and fell in love with Ireland if I ever come into money I would move there in a heartbeat...loving your videos they never fail to teach me something and they send me off to research the history. ❤😁

[@deanab563]

I love seeing the stonework, and so admire your dedication to those long lost. It’s amazing to see the beauty of these very old monuments! Thank you for braving the nettles.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Deana x x

[@Sandra-dm8rd]

Thanks for taking us along. Maybe they haven’t begun their spring clean up ?

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

That's what I'm hoping Sandra

[@shadrana1]

A lovely graveyard despite the nettles and the rain.Thanks Sue for the tour but the next time put on the gumboots and long trousers to protect against the nettles.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I will but I'm a little forgetful and always forget

[@anitahicks1337]

Wow, such beautiful old stone…. Thank you for battling the nettles & the rain. 😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Always welcome 🙏

[@carondean2960]

Another fantastic video , the priests resting place is beautiful but sad to see so much of the place overgrown. The things you go through to bring us the best videos is awesome but also funny ( ouch ! ) Thank you so much x

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Haha Caron, ouch is the new word 🤣

[@joelhurley2678]

Sue what a beautiful place and hopefully maybe somebody will come and clean that Cemetery up better. What a shame what happened to Father Murphy and hopefully that being historical gravesite as I stated before, maybe somebody will taking interest to fix it up better. Thank you so much for sharing and enjoy your day bye.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Joel, it's sad to see its becoming overgrown, Father Murphy suffered for us. Beautiful grave, love the rails

[@wach761]

Thank you for always going the Extra mile! I do appreciate you!💐🌻😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Aneta, as always very welcome

[@chriscraver4070]

Thank you Sue. Love your site😂❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Chris ❤️

[@cathymcglasson6947]

Oh my goodness stinging nettles are the worse I remember running through a bunch of them not knowing what they were and I can tell you I never did that again.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

They are so sore Cathy and very annoying little plants

[@cathymcglasson6947]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards yes I remember

[@cathymcglasson6947]

Really uncalled for of the crown to do what they did to the priest RIP FATHER.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Terrible to do that to a Priest

[@Steve63MusicandArt]

That's some crazy stuff Sue. Thank you so much for sharing. Great videos usual

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much

[@Cathidee]

I always enjoy your videos Sue. Great content every time. But I have to say I totally love listening to your beautiful accent when you are sharing as well. Thank you both for dealing with nettles and rain just to give us these wonderful videos.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much Cathi, some wish I'd stop talking lol but I want you to feel like you're with me walking x x

[@sonnytaylor3003]

Amazing but tragic story of this brave priest. I was glued while viewing this video and much thanks for sharing this to us. Glad also to finally make it to Ireland this summer and visit historic sites and hopefully a few cemeteries.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Sonny ❤️

[@maureenalder8905]

You must invest in a pair of wellies Sue 👢😅 Great history that I'm getting from your channel..rest in peace Father Michael 🙏 ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Maureen x

[@michaelbedinger4121]

Interesting graveyard. Are you sure there was a church there at one time? It would be nice if someone could keep up the maintenance on a regular basis. ( Here I am saying this, and I am not mowing my own damn yard regularly! ) The headstones 🪦 were very interesting. It was tragic, what happened to Fr. Murphy, may he rest in peace 🙏 He has a beautiful tomb. This was a great video, thank you very much Sue and GV. For fighting the overgrowth, to bring us another great video. Have a great weekend. P.S. If that was a fairly house, you were smart to keep your distance.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Not 100% sure on the church but definitely a building there at one stage, headstones are beautiful

[@michaelbedinger4121]

Thank you very much for getting back to me, so quickly! Are there any records available for this graveyard/cemetery?

[@cemeteriesdownunder9247]

beautiful old cemetery what a barbaric end to that poor man 😢 some of our world history is just horrendous like you said , so sad 😞

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Absolutely terrible Julia

[@cemeteriesdownunder9247]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards yes I'm so glad you got to find him and give him the respect he so deserves 👏 ❤

[@myersparanormal]

I just love these old cemeteries

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

They are the most beautiful

[@beckiturbeville3381]

What an interesting cemetery Sue. Sorry haven't been around lately. Been busy, the time difference gets me too cause my work hours. I will try to be around for the next vid.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Becki, the time difference is hard, I know your working x x

[@sallykohorst8803]

Very nice cemetary and thanks for sharing.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi Sally, thanks for watching

[@marieswindlehurst9694]

How barbaric rip to the priest

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Terrible Marie

[@markreece8904]

Another outstanding video 👍🏻👍🏻 It’s interesting the engraving on head stones, and the meaning.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Mark, can't beat these carvings, I adore them

[@janetslicer3637]

Beautiful, simply beautiful place but a very sad story. I loved that cemetery though. ♥️ 🇮🇪

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi Janet, yes I love those old stones

[@baileyhall8728]

What an despicable act they did..But Father Murphy is with the Lord 🙏

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

So true ❤️

[@tompena7487]

Wonderful vlog thanks

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Very welcome Tom 🙏

[@ospreyyy1]

That is very dark.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It sure is Eileen, probably the worst

[@johnrutherford8756]

Beautiful cemetery thank you for the beautiful video

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Always welcome John

[@davidbower6019]

Allways like your stuff. Like your voice, and accent. Like the old stones. Many copy cats out there, yours are allways better.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Appreciate that David, lovely comment to read

[@conditionallyunconditional5691]

I heard of this before but it regarded red shoes.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Oohhh 🤔

[@cryptadventures]

Well done indeed, U.S.A. Florida here, Love your show & you have a very cool accent to me that is, Have a good day thumbs up & liked & subscribed, now I'm off to the beach.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi thanks so much for subscribing

[@cemeteriesdownunder9247]

those nettles are a pain 😫 we have them here too , hope your ok and you didnt get stung too much x

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Just hate them

[@cemeteriesdownunder9247]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards me too I have them in our backyard , I lend up all itchy and scratched

[@lisaturner3130]

Hi sweetheart thanks for a lovely video. Hope you're ankles are OK, l hate thistles & nettles. Take care x

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Lisa, appreciate that, yes all good afterwards x

[@tony-yp6qk]

Another great video has always sue 👍

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Tony, thanks for watching

[@sylviamiller9047]

Thanks for the video and great history story

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You're welcome 😊

[@clarkrobertson7982]

Fantastic tomb!

[@johncarroll9986]

hi there sue just after jumping on your channel love it

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Cheers John

[@williamdavis3578]

A lovely little adventure With a lovely guide

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks William ❤️

[@peterredfern1174]

Barbaric is what they did to father Murphy,May they suffer the flames of hell,safe travels,god bless take care,👋👋👏👏🙏🙏🇦🇺

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hey Peter, yes, it's terrible 😢

[@peterredfern1174]

Just finished watching it ,went to a reunion in my home town today so couldnt watch it this morning ,sorry.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

No problem Peter, hope you enjoyed

[@peterredfern1174]

👏👏👏👍👋👋🇦🇺

[@jodouglas5792]

Hi Sue once again a beautiful video of a wonderful cemetery While there did you find any children’s headstones as I’m sensing the presence of a child watching you and following you around I think it’s a little girl and she’s so happy that you came to see the graves ❤❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes, the headstone of the family who died, there were children there

[@maryb1783]

Lovely video very interesting thanku

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Mary x x

[@K9-Crazy]

Ireland is absolutely beautiful, my favorite accent in the world. Maybe🤔 it's because I'm Irish American 😊. Yup 😂!!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hey Brian, having some Irish blood is always good

[@timchad277]

J Byrne was a busy man you should do a story about him.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi Tim, unfortunately as much as I'd love to, I can't locate his grave

[@WilliamD.Hazlett-cr4gm]

It sounds like you might be in the market for some soft soul boots and some Carhart canvas trousers. 😃

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Sounds good William, the nettles are the worst

[@sheilafleming7240]

What a lovely cemetery what a terrible thing to happen to the father s body

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Terrible Sheila

[@clarkrobertson7982]

Great stonework!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes I love the older stones here

[@aidanbowe3866]

Jeez. They weren't messing about in those days were they? 😉

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Oh they sure were vicious, hung drawn and quartered the leaders stuck on pikes to scare people off

[@debroahisaacs2452]

What a tragic. barbaric time great story and video as always.❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you ❤️

[@sylviaburns2995]

It must rain alot over where you are. In Denver, Colorado it is and has been arid for centuries.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes, it rains way too much here

[@sylviaburns2995]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards it is BEAUTIFUL THERE!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

❤️❤️❤️

[@ivangranger8494]

1776 , what month? Our Revolution.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

1798 was the rebellion

[@ivangranger8494]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards I was referring to one headstone you read, that they passed in 1776. Those headstones, show people of deep faith. The artistry, is phenomenal. I haven’t seen that in New England, but I may have just missed it from those, times. I’m wondering if anyone knows if the decades old movie, “Scarecrow from Romney Marsh,” is depicted during the 1798, rebellion? I can’t remember, as I type. Very good movie.

[@tonynorris1250]

Blessings and Salutations! Awesome work y'all! Alabama is waving!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi Tony ❤️

[@MANUEL-ur5ls]

Amazing history!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Sure is Manuel

[@tomsdotter3228]

This sounds interesting...😣

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Horrible history toms

[@jackienatale5205]

Very cool. Nettles sound awful!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

They sting like a bee and last for a day

[@greywebs1944]

I always remember as a child with the school girlie friends picking out buttercups and placing them under your chin. And the yellow glow would appear 🌝

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Me too, we used to ask, do you like butter? Then put the buttercup under the chin to see the glow...

[@greywebs1944]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards That's right 🤣

[@missmarple7639]

👍👍👍

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Miss Marple 😘

[@moirayoung5295]

Sad

[@juancarlosmendozaduarte3752]

Fantástico ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you ❤️

[@nanad4348]

❤️☘️

[@Just_Granny]

💖💖👍🏻👍🏻

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Hi Just granny

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🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃😭😭😭🥳

[@larryhullinger4141]

Sue you come up with some strange stories One of the reasons I subscribe to your channel I love your content

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Larry, Ireland has its share of horrible history, interesting for sure