Deaths in Longford - Friday, July 17, 2026
Death notices and funeral announcements for County Longford - May they Rest In Peace
Tony McGoey, Darogue, Ballymahon, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully at home surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 of Tony McGoey, Darogue, Ballymahon, Longford.
Predeceased by his parents, brothers and sisters. Tony will be lovingly missed by his heartbroken family; his wife Caroline, daughter Kaytlyn, son Thomas, sister Patsy (Dublin), brother Gerry, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives , neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing in Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road, Longford (N39 EC81) on Thursday from 6pm concluding with prayers at 9pm. Funeral Mass on Friday in St Matthew's Church, Ballymahon at 11am followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired to Longford Hospice Homecare or Friends of Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House strictly private please.
Frank Cullen, Newport, Legan, Longford / Drumkeeran, Leitrim
The death occurred, unexpectedly but peacefully in the Mater Hospital Dublin after a short illness surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 of Frank Cullen, Newport, Legan, Longford / Drumkeeran, Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents John and Annie, parents-in-law Jimmy and Mary, his brother Sean and by his niece Lisa Cullen. Deeply regretted by his loving family; wife Joan, daughters Lucy, Emily Farrell and Donna, sons Joe and Mark, brother Fintan (Leitrim), sisters Mary Davitt (Leitrim), Ann O' Rourke (Leitrim) and Noeleen Mc Caffrey (Leitrim), son-in-law Pat, Lucy's partner John, Donna's partner Damien, daughter-in-law Lisamai, Mark's partner Jessica, his adoring grandchildren Isaac, Eliora, Fionn, Savannah, Katie, Grace, Patrick, Hannah and Sadie, sisters-in-law Ann and Gabriel Cullen, brothers-in-law Hugh O' Rourke, Pat Mc Caffrey, Joe Davitt, John Mc Donald, Robert Mc Donald and William Mc Donald, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing in Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road Longford (N39 EC81) on Saturday, July 18 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday, July 19 in St Mary's Church Legan at 12.30pm with burial afterward in Kilglass cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Mater Hospital I.C.U. unit c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House strictly private please. Donations to The Mater Hospital Foundation in Memory of Frank Cullen.
Breege (Brigid) Caldwell (née Beglan), Robinstown, Granard, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff at Laurel Lodge Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, July 16, 2026 of Breege (Brigid) Caldwell (nee Beglan) Robinstown, Granard, Co Longford.
Predeceased by her beloved husband William, sisters Maureen and Kathleen. Loving mother of Deirdre (Paul), Maeve (Sean), Peter (Susan), Dympna (Marino) and Aileen (James). Forever cherished, loved and sadly missed by her family, adored grandchildren Dylan, Evan, Alannah, Katelyn, Kevin, Ciara, David, William, Stephen and Niamh, sisters Eileen (Richie), Dimmie, Phillie, brothers Michael (Veronica), Liam, James (Eileen), John (Eilish), nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home Barrack St. Granard (Eircode N39AX97), on Saturday, July 18 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm with removal to St Mary's Church, Granard arriving for 8.30pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday, July 19 at 11.30am followed by burial in Granardkille Cemetery. Family flowers only please. House private at all times. Funeral Mass can be viewed online https://mcn.live/camera/st-marys-church-granard
Colette O'Kelly (née Casey), Raheny, Dublin / Ballymahon, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at Sacred Heart Residence Nursing Home, Sybil Hill, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 of Colette O'Kelly (née Casey), Avondale Park, Raheny, Co Dublin and formerly of Ballymahon, Co Longford.
Beloved wife of the late Arthur and loving mother of Kevin, Tony, Arthur, John, Colette and the late Frank. Colette will be very sadly missed by her sons and daughter, daughters-in-law Úna and Michelle, son-in-law Hans and John's partner Pete, grandchildren Yannick and his partner Elle, Daniëlle and her partner Brian, Muireann, Caoimhe, Eoghan and Catherine, sister-in-law Angela, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours. With a special mention to staff, residents and friends at Sacred Heart Residence Nursing Home, Sybil Hill and her many friends in Siúl Linn Walking Club and Avondale Park. “Imithe Abhaile” "May she rest in peace."
Reposing at Sacred Heart Residence Nursing Home,Sybil Hill on Sunday evening July 19 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, July 20 at 11am in Sacred Heart Residence Nursing Home, Sybil Hill followed by Burial in Fingal Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to St Vincent de Paul. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Monday morning July 20 at 11am.
Lila (Elizabeth) Byrne (née Dempsey), Sandyford, Dublin / Granard, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully in the comfort of her own home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, July 13, 2026 of Lila (Elizabeth) Byrne (née Dempsey) of Sandyford, Dublin 18 and formerly of Granard, Co Longford.
Predeceased by her son Stephen and grandsons Sam and Luke. Deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her husband John, daughter Mandy, daughters-in-law Lynda and Majella, grandson Charlie, extended family and close friends.
Reposing at Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray on Thursday, July 16 from 4pm to 6pm. A Funeral Service and Celebration of Life will take place in the funeral home on Friday, July 17 at 11.45am, followed by cremation in Mount Jerome. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Irish Cancer Society. Donations to Irish Cancer Society in Memory of Lila (Elizabeth) Byrne (née Dempsey).
Gerard (Gerry) O'Neill, Ballygate, Tarmonbarry, Roscommon / Carbury, Kildare
The death occurred unexpectedly at Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe, after a long illness bravely borne on Thursday, July 16, 2026 of Gerard (Gerry) O'Neill Ballygate, Tarmonbarry, Co Roscommon and formerly of Carbury, Co Kildare and Ladychapel, Maynooth.
Beloved husband of Anne, much loved father of Loyola, Orla, Gerry, Ciara, Selina, Clodagh, Thomas & Darren and adored grandfather to all his grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Gerry will be sadly missed by his sorrowing wife, sons & daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law Gerry, Tom, Michael & Mark, daughters-in-law Lorna, Fiona & Denise, brothers Kevin & Aiden, sisters Anne & Brenda, his Uncle Ollie, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Gerry is predeceased by his parents Thomas & Anne, his sister Theresa, brothers Noel, John & Eugene and his niece Anna. May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his home in Ballygate, Tarmonbarry on Sunday, July 19 from 4pm with rosary at 8pm. Removal on Monday, July 20 to The Sacred Heart Church, Whitehall (N39 W625), to arrive for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Kilbarry Cemetery. Gerry's Funeral Mass may be viewed online by clicking HERE
John O'Malley, Eldergrove, Trim, Meath / Mohill, Leitrim / Clare Island, Mayo
The death occurred peacefully at St Joseph’s CNU, Trim on Thursday, July 16, 2026 of John O’Malley, Eldergrove, Trim, Co Meath and formerly Mohill, Co Leitrim and Clare Island, Co Mayo.
Predeceased by his son Andrew. Sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret, son Shaun, daughter Emma, grandsons Dylan and Joshua, brother Marty, sisters Maureen, Trisha, Antoinette and Philomena, son-in-law Alistair, Shaun’s partner Jihae, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. May John Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Heffernans Funeral Home, High Street, Trim C15 HDT1 on Sunday, July 19 from 3pm to 5pm. A Celebration of John’s life will take place on Monday, July 20 at 3pm in Glasnevin Crematorium. House Private Please.
Seddie (Thomas Edward) McGovern, Church Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim / Corlough, Cavan
The death occurred on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 of Seddie (Thomas Edward) McGovern Church Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim/ Corlough, Cavan.
Predeceased by his wife Josie and their daughter Deirdre (Meehan). Seddie will be sadly missed by his daughters Mary (Dwyer) & Briege, his sons Frank & Gerry, his sister Mary Collins (Ballinteer), sons-in-law Brendan & Kevin, daughters-in-law Jackie & Rosie, treasured grandchildren Shane, Aisling, Niamh, Conor, Tadhg, Olivia & Javier, sister-in-law, nieces & nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, N41 TD62 this Saturday afternoon, July 18, from 3pm until 6pm. Removal on Sunday morning, July 19 from his home to arrive at St Patrick’s Church, Ballinamore, for Funeral Mass at 1pm. Burial afterwards in Oughteragh Cemetery, Ballinamore. Mass may be viewed on line at www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore
The death occurred peacefully in the presence of his loving wife Maura and family in the excellent care of the staff at Portiuncula University Hospital, Ballinasloe on Thursday, July 16, 2026 of Gerry Galvin Corderryhugh, Athleague, Co Roscommon.
Predeceased by his parents George and Mary Kate, brothers Tom, Stephen and Paddy, sisters Maureen, Mona, Bridie and Ita. Sadly missed by his heartbroken and loyal wife Maura, brothers Austin (Ennis) and George (Home), sisters Betty Dolan (Longford), Kitty Hourigan (London), Anne Brehony (Sandfield) and Dympna Higgins (Castlerea), brothers-in -law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Gerry Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Hamrock's Funeral Home, Athleague (F42CC92) on Sunday, July 19 from 6pm to 8pm. Removal from his residence on Monday, July 20 to The Church of the Assumption, Castlecoote (F42DX25) arriving for Funeral Mass at 11.30am. Burial will take place afterwards in Athleague Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be live streamed (LTF).
Gerry's wife and family would like to acknowledge the excellent care and kindness given to Gerry in Roscommon University Hospital, Portiuncula University Hospital and University Hospital, Galway and are very grateful for your help and support at this difficult time.
Teresa Wood, Lahard, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim / Bray, Co Wicklow
The death occurred peacefully surrounded by the love of family, friends and her spiritual community, and in the kind care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital on Thursday, July 2, 2026 of Teresa Wood of Lahard, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim, formerly of Bray Co. Wicklow.
Predeceased by her mother Joan. Survived by her children Jasper and Sarah, daughter in law Eleanor, step grandchildren Vanya and Turlough, step great grandchildren Elodie and Seren, as well as her sister Fiona and their father John (& Barbara).
Reposing at Jampa Ling Tibetan Buddhist Centre, Bawnboy, Co. Cavan (H14 E286) from 4.45pm to 6.45pm on Tuesday, July 7, with Buddhist Funeral Service at Jampa Ling on Wednesday, July 8 at 10 am, after which Teresa will be taken to Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan H12RF78 for Celebratory Gathering and Cremation at 1pm.
Link for online viewing at the Crematorium www.churchservices.tv/lakelands password is Crem8W. Memorial Mass led by Father Sean Mawn will be held at St Patrick’s Church in Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim on Wednesday, July 29 at 7pm. Donations in lieu of flowers on the following link https://www.jampaling.org/about-us/support-jampa-ling/
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