Deaths in Longford - Monday, September 21, 2026

Maureen McCarthy (née Patridge) Renmore, Galway and formerly of Terlicken, Ballymahon, Co Longford

The recent death has occurred peacefully in the presence of her loving family at University Hospital Galway on Saturday, September 19, 2026 of Maureen McCarthy (nee Patridge) Renmore, Galway and formerly of Terlicken, Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her parents Paddy (Patrick) and Margaret, her brother Patrick (Pat) her sister Margaret Dooner and her aunt Sr. Bernadette. Maureen was deeply loved and will be sadly missed by her husband Joe, stepdaughters Niamh (Malahide), Aisling (Knocknacarra) and Emer (Oranmore), their husbands Peter Quinn, Michael Howe and Tim Rabbitt, her adored grandchildren Conor, Jack, Molly, Aoibheann, Tiernan, Leah, Shay and Ronan, her cherished nieces Lorraine Corcoran (Mayo), and Mairead Burns (Eyrecourt), nephews Patrick (Packie) and Colm Dooner, sister-in-law Sheila, brother-in-law Tony Dooner, grandnieces Keela, Clodagh and Nuncio and grandnephew Dylan, relatives, extended family, neighbours, former CIE colleagues, the Renmore Active Retirement group , Renmore Pantomime and her many friends.Though they are no longer beside us, their kindness, laughter, and spirit will never be forgotten.

Funeral Arrangements Tuesday, September 22 Maureen will lie in repose at ‘Áras Naofa’ within the grounds of the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett, Renmore (H91 YV52) from 5 p.m. with removal at 6.30 p.m. to the adjacent Church. Wednesday, September 23 Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Maureen at 11.30 a.m. and following Mass she will be laid to rest in the new cemetery, Bohermore.

Livestream link for Mass:https://mcn.live/Camera/st-oliver-plunkett-renmore-galway

Online Book of Condolence: If you would like to leave a personal message of sympathy for the family, please find the online book of Condolence on rip.ie. Thank you.

Thomas Patrick (T.P) Heaney Abbeylara, Longford / Kilmeague, Kildare

The recent death has occured unexpectedly and peacefully on Sunday, September 20, 2026 of Thomas Patrick (T.P) Heaney, Abbeylara, Co. Longford/Kilmeague, Kildare.

Predeceased by his wife Mary (Nee O'Connor, Co Kerry) Parents Michael & Elizabeth and brothers Michael, Joe & Edward. Cherished Father of Brian & Kevin and much Loved Father In Law of Bernie & Sharon. Beloved Grandad of Erin, Shannon, Brendan, Jack, Ciaràn & Ella-Mai. Deeply missed by his sisters Alice & Christine (New York) and sister in law Sheila & Brother in law Patrick. Nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends in Ireland and Coventry where he spent many of his 89 years. May he rest in peace.

Funeral Arrangements to follow in Abbeylara, County Longford.

Cyril Patrick Gerety Kilcurry, Ballymahon, Co Longford

The recent death has occurred peacefully after a brave life journey, surrounded by his loving family and in the care of the staff at Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home on Friday, September 18, 2026 of Cyril Patrick Gerety Kilcurry, Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Predeceased by his parents JJ and Teresa and his youngest sister Catherine. Much loved and cared for brother to John, Tom (Waterford), Marie (Al-Toma), Brid, Seamus, Doreen (Casserly), Geraldine (Stewart) and Connie (Quinn). Sisters in law, Anne, Nell and Nicola, brothers in law, Martin, Robert and Joe, nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, relatives, carers, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Our Lady's Manor (N39VR04) on Sunday, September 20 from 5 o 'clock until 7 o'clock followed by prayers. Funeral mass on Monday, September 21 at 12 o'clock in The Church of the Sacred Heart, Carrickedmond (N39RT21), followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) or Disabled People of Longford (DPOL). "Safe in the arms of Jesus".

Cyril's funeral Mass will be live streamed. Link to follow.

Donations to Irish Wheelchair Association in Memory of Cyril Patrick Gerety

Carmel Ward (née Durnin) Granard, Co Longford and formerly of McKee Road, Finglas, Dublin

The recent death has occurred peacefully in the excellent care of the staff at Newbrook Lodge Mullingar on Saturday, September 19, 2026 of Carmel Ward (née Durnin) Granard, Co Longford and formerly of McKee Road, Finglas, Dublin.

Predeceased by her daughter Karen, brothers Oliver and Maurice. Carmel will be sadly missed and always remembered by her heartbroken family, husband John, sons Derek and Carl, daughter-in-law Janice, Carl’s partner Denise, grandchildren Daniel, Karen and Avery, brothers Val and Noel, sister-in-law Eileen, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest In Peace.

Funeral service will take place in Lakelands Crematorium Dublin Road, Cavan on Tuesday, September 22 at 12 noon.

Funeral service can be viewed online at https://www.churchservices.tv/lakelands

Password: Crem22T

Family flowers only, donations if desired to the Irish Cancer Society. Please leave a personal messages of sympathy in the condolences section on rip.ie which will be very much appreciated by the family. Donations to Irish Cancer Society in Memory of Carmel Ward (née Durnin)

Bridie Casey (née Mitchell) Tullybraden, Mohill, Leitrim / Cloone, Leitrim

The recent death has occurred peacefully at Sligo University Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, September 20, 2026 of Bridie Casey (née Mitchell) Tullybraden Mohill, Co. Leitrim and formerly of Cloone, Co. Leitrim.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Philip, her siblings John, Charlie, Annie-Jo and Margaret, and her son-in-law Clifford. Bridie will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sons Niall, Dhara, daughters Clodagh, Grainne, sons-in-laws, daughters-in-laws, sisters , brothers, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Bridie Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Lough Erril Nursing Home, Mohill (N41 XE39) on Tuesday, September 22 from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass in St. Patrick’s Church Mohill on Wednesday, September 23 at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery,

Bridie’s Funeral Mass may be viewed on the livestream www.churchtv.ie/mohill

For those who are unable to attend and wish to express their condolences they may do so via the link on rip.ie. Bridie’s family wish to thank you for your kindness and support at this sad time.

Philomena ( Phil ) Trayers (née Keaveney) The Pigeons, Tang, Athlone, Westmeath / Clonberne, Galway

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Philomena (Phil) Trayers (nee Keaveney) The Pigeons, Tang, Co Westmeath and formerly Derrymore, Clonberne, Co. Galway, peacefully in her own home on Saturday September 19, 2026.

Predeceased by her devoted son Fergal and her beloved husband Tom, Her parents John and Ellen Keaveney and Michael Coyne. Phil will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her heartbroken daughters Maria, Fiona, Sharon and Elaine. Her cherished grandchildren Mary, Caroline, Annie, Emily, Oisin, Carrie, James and Luke. Her brother Joe Keaveney, London. Her sons-in-law Barry Sheehan , Andy Coghill, Willie Mc Cormack and Brian Kilmartin. Her sisters-in-law, Mai Connolly, Bridie Conneally Maureen Keaveney ,Catherine Trayers, Ronnie Trayers, Eileen Trayers and Margaret Trayers, Her brother-in-law Vincent Trayers, her nephews and nieces , her cousins, especially Mai Mc Loughlin and Teresa Roynane (USA). Her wonderful friends and neighbours, in particular Philomena Donlon, Mary Hegarty and Della Donoghoue. A special mention to her carers , particularly Liz , Anne, Dawn and Stephanie who cared for her so diligently in recent years. "May God hold Phil in the palm of His hand until we meet again."

Reposed in her residence(N37 H2C8) on Sunday afternoon, September 20 from 3 o'clock until 7 o'clock. House private please thereafter. Funeral Mass on Monday, September 21 at 2 o'clock in St Mary's Church of the Immaculate Conception Tang followed by burial in Temple-a-Valley cemetery. Phil's Funeral Mass will be live streamed. The link will be provided at a later stage.

Bridie Duignan (née Mullen) Coolebawn, Mohill, Co Leitrim, N41 WY04 / Latton, Co Monaghan

The recent death has occurred peacefully aged 91 after a brief illness at Sligo University Hospital on Friday, September 18, 2026 of Bridie Duignan (née Mullen) of Coolebawn, Mohill, Co. Leitrim and formerly of Latton, Co Monaghan.

Predeceased by her loving husband Desmond and recently by her lifelong friend and sister-in-law Mamie Duignan. Deeply regretted by her sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Frankie, Des and Cliona, John and Carmel. Grandchildren Claire, David, Bláthnaid, Aoife, Donal, Eoghan, Corinne, Shane, Darren, Kasey, great grandchild Katie, sisters Maura and Nan Mullen (Latton), friends and neighbours. May Bridie Rest In Peace.

Bridie reposed at her home on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 between 4-8 pm, at Coolebawn, Mohill, Co. Leitrim (N41 WY04). Funeral Mass in St. Patrick’s Church Mohill on Monday, September 21, 2026 at 2.00pm followed by burial in St Mary’s cemetery, Church of Ireland, lower Main Street, Mohill.

Bridie’s Funeral Mass may be viewed on the livestream www.churchtv.ie/mohill

Bridie lived a long, healthy and active life, appreciating everything that she had and supported throughout her life by her unwavering Catholic faith. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. For those who are unable to attend and wish to express their condolences they may do so via the link on rip.ie. Bridie’s family wish to thank you for your kindness and support at this sad time.

Teresa Treanor (née Kingston) Kinturk Avenue, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath

The recent death has occurred peacefully, at home, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, September 18, 2026 of Teresa Treanor (née Kingston), Kinturk Avenue, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath.

Beloved wife of the late Paddy and loving Mam of Claire (Moloney), Deirdre (Ward), Pauline (Oxley) and Mary (Connell); sister to Carmel and Bernadette, sister-in-law to Angela; much loved Nana to her 13 grandchildren, Grace, Robert, David, Daniel, Aidan, Laura, Sarah, Grace, Mikey, Róisín, Jessica, Teresa and Orla, and great-grandmother to Angelo, Leonardo, Aoibh and Oisín. Teresa is sadly missed by her sons-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends, and especially Celia and Jenny. May Teresa's Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposed at her home in Castlepollard (N91 A596) on Sunday, September 20 from 4pm until 7pm. Removal on Monday, September 21 arriving at St Michael's Church, Castlepollard for 12 noon Funeral Mass, followed by burial in St Michael's Cemetery, Castlepollard. House private outside of reposing hours. Family flowers only please; donations, if desired, to North Westmeath Hospice.

The Funeral Mass will be broadcast at the following link: https://castlepollard-church-1.click2stream.com.

If you wish to leave a message of sympathy, please do so at the ‘Condolences’ link on rip.ie. The family appreciates your kind co-operation at this sad time.

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