Deaths in Longford - Monday, September 28, 2026
Death notices and funeral announcements for County Longford - May they Rest In Peace
Anne (Nan) Masterson (née Maguire) Legga, Moyne, Co Longford / Arva, Co Cavan
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The recent death has occurred peacefully in her 100th year, in the wonderful care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, September 27, 2026 of Anne (Nan) Masterson (née Maguire), Legga, Moyne, Co. Longford and formerly of Firmullagh, Moyne, Co. Longford.
Beloved wife of the late John Masterson. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Annie Maguire. Sadly missed by her loving family Michael, Helen (Noel), John-Joe, Anna, Hugh, Patrick and Vincent, adored grandchildren Aaron, Dylan and Keelan, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May She Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Finnegan's Funeral Home, Longford Street, Arva, on Monday, September 28 from 6pm until 8pm. Removal from Finnegan's Funeral Home, Arva, on Tuesday morning, September 29 at 10.30am to St Mary's Church, Legga, arriving for Requiem Mass at 11am, followed by removal to Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan, for committal prayers and cremation. A file past system will be in operation at the family's request. Family home strictly private please. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St Christopher's Intellectual Disability Services.
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The recent death has occurred peacefully in Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore, in the company of his loving wife Lyandra after a short illness on Saturday, September 26, 2026 of Christopher (Chris) Ludden Cartrontroy, Athlone, Westmeath / Athlone, Roscommon / Longford.
Deeply missed by his heartbroken wife Lyandra (Sheriff), his mother Bernie, his brother Shane, his parents-in-law Dermot and Linda Sheriff, his brother-in-law Craig and his wife Catherine (Fox), aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, and many friends. May His Kind and Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Flynn's Funeral Home, The Strand, Athlone (N37 WY17) on Tuesday, September 29 from 4pm until 6pm. Requiem Mass at 10:30am on Wednesday, September 30 in St. Mary's Church, Athlone (N37 XP66) followed by burial afterwards in Coosan Cemetery. House Strictly Private. No flowers please, donations if desired in lieu to a charity of your choice. His Wife Lyandra would like to acknowledge the truly exceptional care and support that Chris received from the outstanding staff in Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore. She would also like to extend her thanks to the staff at St. James's Hospital, Dublin. Anyone wishing to offer their sympathies to the family can leave a message by clicking on the “Condolences” tab on rip.ie. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time.
Angela McLoughlin (née Clarke) 13 Barry’s Avenue, Tarmonbarry, Co Roscommon
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The recent death has occurred peacefully aged 85, in the loving care of the staff at Roscommon Hospice, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, September 26, 2026 of Angela McLoughlin (née Clarke) 13 Barry’s Avenue, Tarmonbarry, Co Roscommon and formerly of Accrington, Lancashire, England.
Beloved mother of Shaun and Stephen, and much-loved mother-in-law of Vivienne and Karen. Angela will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sons, daughters-in-law, her many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, extended family, neighbours and her many dear friends. A much-loved friend who touched the lives of many. May her kind and gentle soul rest in peace.
Angela will repose at Leavy's Funeral Home, Scramogue, Co. Roscommon, F42FD78 on Tuesday, September 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral arriving to St. Anne’s Church, Scramogue on Wednesday, September 30 for Funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by Cremation at Lakelands Crematorium. Immediate family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to the wonderful Palliative Care Team at Roscommon Hospice, in appreciation of the compassionate care shown to Angela and her family. Donations to Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation in Memory of Angela McLoughlin (née Clarke)
Catherine Beirne (née Flynn) Grange, Hillstreet, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Roscommon / Annaduff, Co Leitrim
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The recent death has occurred suddenly, at home on Thursday, September 24, 2026 of Catherine Beirne (née Flynn) Grange, Hillstreet, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Roscommon and late of Gortinty, Annaduff, Co. Leitrim.
Predeceased by her husband Charlie, son Michael, parents Ellen and Myles, brother Michael and sisters Margaret and Bernadette. Catherine will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughter Maura, son Charlie and his partner Fiona, cherished grandchildren Michael, Darragh and Mya, sisters Ann and Mary, sister-in-law Dolores, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace.
Reposing at Brady’s Funeral Home, Elphin (F45 Y168) on Monday, September 28 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Tuesday morning, September 29 to St. Mary’s Church, Annaduff arriving for Funeral Mass at 11:30am. Catherine will be laid to rest afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Funeral Mass livestream link https://funeralslive.ie/catherine-beirne/
To send a personal message to the family please click on the Condolences link on rip.ie.
Jo Gray Drumany, Foxfield, Fenagh, Leitrim / Drumshanbo, Leitrim
The recent death has occurred peacefully, after a short illness at North West Hospice, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 25, 2026 of Jo Gray Drumany, Foxfield, Fenagh, Leitrim / Drumshanbo, Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents Eddie and Peggy Gray. Loving father of Afric (Shaun), Edwin (Asia), Dubhán and Bríain (Samantha). Jo will be sadly missed by his daughter, sons, their mother Denyse, sisters Catherine and Geraldine, grandchildren Amelia, Oli, Ada, Kaya, brothers-in-law Mickey and John, nieces, nephew, relatives and friends. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam.
Reposing at Methodist Church of Drumshanbo, Carrick Road, Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim (N41A520) on Monday, September 28 from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. Funeral will arrive to McGowan’s Crematorium and Funeral Home, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91AKW5) on Tuesday, September 29 for a Celebration of Jo’s life at 1:00pm. A private cremation will take place afterwards. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to North West Hospice care of Foley and McGowan’s Funeral Home or by clicking the link.
You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family on the Foley and McGowan’s funeral services website.
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