Deaths in Longford - Friday, April 24, 2026
Death notices and funeral announcements for County Longford - May they Rest In Peace
Paul Byrne, Lamagh, Newtownforbes, Longford, N39Y589
The death occurred unexpectedly at home aged 43 years on Thursday, April 23, 2026 of Paul Byrne, Lamagh, Newtownforbes, Co Longford. Predeceased by his brother Pauric and his grandparents. Sadly missed by his heartbroken parents, father Patrick (Pat), mother Bibi, stepparents Tracey and Keri, his adored siblings, brother Simon (wife Geraldine), sister Michelle (partner Paddy), brother-in-law Bernie, cherished nieces and nephews: Darren, Cathal, Raychel (goddaughter), Rían, Pauric and Rhea, uncles, aunties, cousins and friends. May he rest in eternal peace.
Paul will repose in his home (N39 Y589) on Saturday, April 25 from 4–8pm. There will be a 15 minute break at 6pm for family time. Parking is available at Big Mickey’s Furniture Store (N39 X028), and the house is a short walk from there. Paul’s cortège will leave his home on Monday, April 27 to arrive at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Newtownforbes, for 12 noon Mass, followed by burial in Newtownforbes Cemetery. The house will be private for family time outside of these hours.
Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, may be made to Children’s Health Ireland at Children’s health Ireland, Crumlin (St John's Ward) , C/O Tully’s Funeral Directors, Slatta, Kilglass. Mass can be viewed here, Paul’s Mass
Paul’s family would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers at this difficult time.
Satbachan (Sat) Singh, Culloge, Edgeworthstown, Longford
The death occurred peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, aged 95, of Satbachan (Sat) Singh, Culloge, Edgeworthstown, Longford.
He passed peacefully with his sons, Seamus and Karam, who were by his side. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Anna (née Hagan). He will be sadly missed by his sons, daughter-in-law Ethel-Jane and his beloved grandchildren Zak, Freya, Anna-Jane, Sath and George.
Reposing at the home of his son, Karam, Lissanore, Edgeworthstown, N39 HH97 from Wednesday, April 22. He will then repose at his family home, Culloge, Edgeworthstown, N39 NP66 from Friday, April 24 from 5pm to 8pm. Removal to Lakelands Funeral Home & Crematorium, Cavan, H12 RF78 on Saturday, April 25 for cremation at 3:30pm. All are welcome at the crematorium and a reception at the family home in Edgeworthstown afterwards. Head coverings (scarves/handkerchiefs) are requested for the Sikh cremation ceremony.
Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be made to Children’s Health Foundation HERE. Seamus and Karam would like to thank all our relations and friends who provided great support to us during his remaining days. We also thank the doctors, public health and palliative care nurses, Tully’s Pharmacy and the Comfort Homecare workers. Rest in Peace.
Gus Hanley, Killashee, Longford
The death occurred peacefully at the Mater Private Hospital, Dublin, on Monday, April 20, 2026 of Gus Hanley, Killashee, Longford and formerly of Richmond Street, Longford Town, and former Principal of Ardagh NS.
Predeceased by his beloved daughter Louise, sister Marie, and brother Niall. Gus will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his partner Evelyn, daughter Emma, son Darren, Anita, the McLoughlin family, the McGuinness family, his extended family, neighbours, and a wide circle of friends. May Gus rest in peace.
Reposing at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford (Eircode N39 K381) on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 4pm until 6.30pm. Funeral Service at Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan (Eircode H12 RF78) on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 1.pm. All are welcome to attend.
The service will be streamed live; please click on the link here: https://churchservices.tv/lakelands (Password: Crem3S). At the family’s request, no flowers, please. House private, please.
Frank McDowell, St Mel's View, Longford
The death occurred peacefully, in the wonderful care of the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital surrounded by his family and friends on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 of Frank McDowell, St Mel's View, Longford and formerly of Mullinalaghta, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his parents James and Monica, brothers Jim, Mick, and Pat, sisters Patricia and Monica. Frank will be sadly missed by his family, son Francis, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and all his relatives. Frank will be forever remembered by his friends especially Tom Kelly and his wonderful carers Iwona and Lonida.
Always on our thoughts, forever in our hearts. May he Rest in Peace. Funeral Mass on Friday, April 24 at 11am in St Mel's Cathedral, Longford. Following Mass, Frank will be laid to rest in Ballymacormack, Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE.
Gerald (Gerry) Nestor, Preston, Lancashire, England formerly Farnagh, Longford
The death occurred peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2026 of Gerald (Gerry) Nestor, Preston, Lancashire, England formerly Farnagh, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Gerry and Maureen, his brothers Thomas, Alan and Christopher.
Gerald (Gerry) will be sadly missed by his daughters Alexandrea and Jade, his son Joshua, his adored grandchildren, brother Micheal, sister Caroline Doyle, brother-in-law Noel, sisters-in-law Michelle and Mandy , uncle Seamus, aunt Patricia, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, all his cousins in England and Ireland, his many dear friends and neighbours from far & wide.
As long as hearts remember, As long as hearts still care, We do not part with those we love, They’re with us everyday. May he Rest in Peace.
Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford, N39KN66 on Saturday, April 25 from 5pm with prayers at 6.30pm. Funeral Service on Sunday, April 26 at 11.30am in Connell's Funeral Home, followed with burial in the family plot in Ballymacormack Cemetery.
Mary Early (née Moran) Carrickavoher, Aughavas, Co Leitrim / Leitrim Village, Co Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 of Mary Early (née Moran) Carrickavoher, Aughavas, Co. Leitrim and formerly of Drumgeaglom, Leitrim Village, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by her parents; parents John & Delia Moran and her brother Patrick. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving husband Bernie, sons John, Brendan and daughter Michelle, daughters-in-law Ali and Diane, granddaughter Alanna, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends. May Mary Rest in Peace.
Mary will repose at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim (Eircode N41 TD62) on Friday, April 24 from 6pm - 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection at St Joseph's Church, Aughavas on Saturday, April 25 at 12 noon followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Mary's Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://www.churchtv.ie/aughavas/
The Early family appreciate your support and understanding at this sad time. House Strictly Private Please.
Thomas Joseph (Joe) Fee, The Bronx, New York and formerly of Derryhallagh, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully in The Bronx, New York aged 80 years old on Saturday, April 4, 2026 of Thomas Joseph Fee (known as Joe), The Bronx, New York and formerly of Derryhallagh, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his wife Eufemmia. Beloved eldest son of the late Mary Kate and Philip Fee, Derryhallagh, Drumshanbo. Predeceased also by his brother Philip. Joe will be sadly missed by his beloved sister Marian and brother Liam, by his brother in law and sister in law, nieces, nephews and extended family including a wide circle of friends both in the United States and Ireland. A special mention to Maura, his beloved cousin and friend who took great care of Joe in his final years of life.
Joe left Ireland in 1964 but remained deeply connected to his roots, returning regularly to visit family and friends. He had a keen interest in all things Leitrim and took great joy in meeting people from the home county, always cherishing these shared connections. He will indeed be remembered as a kind and helpful man who lived a simple life well. May he rest in eternal peace.
The remains will be interred in the family plot following the 11am Mass at St Patrick's Church, Drumshanbo on Saturday, April 25. May the road rise up to meet him. May the wind be always at his back. May the sun shine warm upon his face And the rains fall soft upon his fields And until we meet again May God hold him in the palm of his hand.
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