Deaths in Longford - Thursday, May 7, 2026

Joe McCabe, Lisnageeragh, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of his family and the staff at Padre Pio Unit, St Joseph’s Hospital, Longford on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 of Joe McCabe, Lisnageeragh, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford.

Predeceased by his parents Felix and Annie, infant son Felix, brothers Matthew, Barney, Monsignor Albert and his sister Kathleen also his cousins Nan and Sr Gabriel. Sadly missed by his loving family, wife Josie, son Sean/John, daughter Imelda, grandchildren Ella and Rián, brother Kieran, sisters Sr Ita, Anna, Josie and Olive, son-in-law David, daughter-in-law Joanne, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Glennon’s Funeral Home, Oaklands, Longford (N39 EC81) on Thursday, May 7 from 6pm with prayers at 8pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, May 8 at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church, Edgeworthstown. Burial afterwards in Aughafin Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. House private please. Donations if desired to St Joseph's Patient Comfort Fund, c/o any family member or Gogan Funeral Director.

Margaret Murray (née Lynch), Abbeyderg, Kenagh, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her family, in her 99th year, on Thursday, May 7, 2026 of Margaret Murray (née Lynch), Abbeyderg, Kenagh, Longford. 

Predeceased by her husband Michael, daughter Pauline, parents Edward and Mary, sisters Nan and Ellie and by her brothers Barney and Ned. Margaret will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, daughter Eilish (Higgins), sons Dermot, Gerry and Paddy, daughter-in-law Bernie, sons-in-law John and Paul, grandchildren Colm, Michael, Adrian, Conor, Aisling, Marina, James, Damien, Cathal and Brendan, great-grandchildren Scarlett and Michael, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Saturday, May 9 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Sunday, May 10 in St Dominic’s Church, Kenagh at 1pm, interment afterwards in Abbeyderg cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please view here. House private please. 

Marian Fagan (née Bermingham), Derrydarragh, Newtowncashel, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, in the care of the wonderful staff of The Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 of Marian Fagan (née Bermingham), Derrydarragh, Newtowncashel, Longford.

Predeceased by her parents, Mary Kate and William. Marian will be sadly missed and forever remembered with love by her husband Tom, daughter Maureen, adored grandchildren Alex and Louis, son-in-law Ken, sister Antoinette, niece Jennifer, brother-in-law Mike, extended family, neighbours, and good friends. May Marian Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Kellys Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford (N39 K381), this Friday, May 8 from 6pm, concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, May 9 at 12 noon in the Church of the Blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel (Eircode N39 FX29), followed by burial in Cashel Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. 

House private on Saturday morning, please. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the staff at Thomond Lodge Nursing Home, Ballymahon, or the exceptional care, kindness, and compassion shown to Marian during her time there. The dignity, respect, and warmth with which she was treated brought great comfort not only to her, but to the entire family, thank you.

Mel Farrelly, Carrickadorish, Aughnacliffe, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, in the wonderful care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 of Mel Farrelly, Carrickadorish, Aughnacliffe, Longford. 

Beloved husband of Mary and dear father of Marc (Rebecca Connolly), Louise (Brendan Ward) and Sean (Joanne Barry). Sadly missed by his adored grandchildren Aoibhín, Morgan and Chloe, great-grandchildren, brother and sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Predeceased by his parents his brother Seán,sister Carmel and brother in-laws PJ and Seamus. May he Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Finnegans Funeral Home, Longford Street, Arva (Eircode H12 D254), on Saturday evening, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm. Requiem Mass on Sunday, May 10 at 10.30am in St. Colmcille’s Church, Aughnacliffe, followed by burial in Colmcille Cemetery. Family home private, please.

Philip Gray, Longford Town, Longford / Gowna, Cavan

The death occurred unexpectedly, in the loving arms of his mother Mary, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 of Philip Gray, Abbeycartron, Longford and formerly of Dernaferst, Gowna, Co Cavan. 

Predeceased by loving grandparents Cassie, Brian, Rose and Ned. Philip will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his loving parents Mary (nee Grant) and Philip, his brother Connell and partner Siobhan, nephew Ethan, niece Eirinn, his loving girlfriend Triona, best friend Stephen, his loving aunties, uncles, cousins and all his friends, especially those from The Job Club, St Christopher's, Longford and Special Olympics Longford. May Philip's gentle soul rest in peace.

Reposing at his home in Abbeycartron (N39 D9R6) on Sunday, May 10 from 4pm until 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Monday, May 11 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com

In celebration of Philip’s life the family have requested that anyone who would like to may wear odd / coloured socks – www.downsyndrome.ie Family flowers only please donations if desired to St Christopher’s Services Longford, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. The family home is strictly private on Monday morning please.

Tommy (Thomas) Reilly, Drumalee, Cavan town, Co Cavan / Ballinagh, Co Cavan

The death occurred suddenly, following a road traffic accident on Sunday, May 3, 2026 of Tommy (Thomas) Reilly, Ard na Laoi, Drumalee, Cavan and late of Ardlougher, Ballinagh, Co Cavan.

Sadly missed by his heart broken wife Aimee, his adored daughters Aoife, Ciara and Maeve, his father Cathal, mother Martina, brother Cathal, sisters Sheila, Kathleen, Maureen and Áine, niece Julie, father in law Paul, mother in law Theresa, brothers in law, sisters in law, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces relatives and many friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan on Wednesday, May 6 from 4pm to 8pm, with a break from 6pm until 6.15pm. Requiem Mass on Thursday, May 7 at 2pm in the Cathedral of SS Patrick and Felim, Cavan, with interment afterwards in St Matthew’s Cemetery, Drumavaddy.

Out of respect for the local residents, please follow the directions of the parking attendants and observe the parking restrictions around the neighbouring houses when visiting Lakelands for the reposing. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

James Gallagher, Aughamana, Kilglass, Roscommon, F42 F603 / Mohill, Leitrim / Aughnacliffe, Longford

The death occurred on Monday, May 4, 2026 of James Gallagher, Aughamana, Kilglass, Roscommon. Age 49. James passed away peacefully after an illness bravely borne surrounded by his loving parents James Gallagher (formerly of Gortnalug, Mohill, Co Leitrim) and Brigid Gallagher, (née Smyth, formerly of Rathmore, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford) and brother Eamonn (Carrick-On-Shannon, Co Leitrim) sister Jeanna, niece Annabel and Mark. (Bromley, London).

James will be sadly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family as well as a wide circle of friends, colleagues and neighbours.

James will be reposing at his home in Aughamana (F42 F603) on Wednesday, May 6 from 4-6pm. Resomation to follow, at James’s request on Thursday May 7 at 11.30am in Pure Reflections Resomarium, Abbeylands, Navan, Co. Meath (C15 X9FK). The ceremony may be viewed online by clicking https://www.purereflections.ie/live-stream Family flowers only please. Donations if desired can be made to Roscommon-Mayo Hospice https://www.hospice.ie/donations/donate-online/

The Gallagher family would like to thank the staff at St Vincent’s hospital Dublin for their care and compassion over the past two years and most recently to the Roscommon palliative care team for all their efforts and kindness.

Leo McNama, Glenview Drive, Riverside, Galway / Ballinalee, Co Longford

The death occurred on Sunday, May 3, 2026 of Leo McNama, of Glenview Drive, Riverside, Galway and formerly of Ballinalee, Co Longford, and Boyle. Pre-deceased by his parents, John and Winifred, and his brothers, Sean and Jim.

Leo is finally at peace following years of poor health and a courageous final battle in his last week, surrounded by his loving family. Deeply missed by his heartbroken wife Rita, son Kevin, daughters Claire, Leona and Lorraine, daughter-in-law, Olivia, and sons-in-law, Udo and Uwe. Leo was a very proud grandfather to Finn, Joyce, Orna, Liliana, Ben and Ellie. He will be sadly missed by his brother-in-law, Sean, niece, nephews, extended family and a large circle of friends, neighbours and work colleagues (ex Ancó/Fás) and not forgetting his faithful friend Bobby, the family dog.

Reposing at The Holy Family Funeral Home, Mervue (H91 FH52) on Thursday, May 7 from 5pm to 6.30pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, May 8 in The Holy Family Church Mervue at 1pm. Funeral Mass will be live-streamed via www.mervueparish.ie followed by Cremation in Shannon Crematorium at 4pm.

Family flowers only by request. Donations if desired to Corrib Ward, UHG. We are forever grateful for the respect and kindness shown to our beloved Leo by the hospital staff. Please Note: Access to the funeral parlour is through the front entrance of the main church. Wheelchair users or people with mobility issues can access the funeral parlour at ground level from the car park. "Go dtí go mbuailimid le chéile arís".

Sean Reynolds, Beaghbeg, Carrigallen, Leitrim, H12 Y042

The death occurred peacefully at home after a long illness bravely borne, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 of Sean Reynolds, Beaghbeg, Carrigallen, Leitrim, H12 Y042.

Predeceased by his beloved wife, Rosemary, his parents, Thomas & Mae, his father in law, Jim and brother in law, Terry. Sean will be deeply missed by his devoted family, his son John, daughters Lorraine and Sharon, daughter in law Amanda, sons in law Edwin and Conor, his sister Marie, nephew Andrew, his mother in law Anna, sister in law, brothers in law, cousins and many great friends & neighbours.

May he Rest in Eternal Peace. Sean’s remains will be reposing at his home in Beaghbeg, Carrigallen (H12Y042) from 5pm to 8pm on Friday, May 8. Funeral mass in St Mary’s Church, Carrigallen (H12 AK84) on Saturday, May 9 at 2pm with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. House private to family on the morning of the funeral. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Irish Cancer Society.

Lena Canning (née Higgins), Gorvagh, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Lough Erril Private Nursing Home, surrounded by her adoring family on Monday, May 4, 2026 of Lena Canning (née Higgins), Gorvagh, Co Leitrim and formerly of Curraun, Mohill, Co Leitrim.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Malachy. Treasured mother of Brian (Tipperary), Teresa Murphy (Dublin), Gerard (Sligo), and Carmel Neary (Roscommon), sons-in-law Seán and Paul, and daughters-in-law Ann and Denise. A devoted grandmother to her 15 cherished grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Much loved sister of Sr. Loreto (Sisters of Charity, Dublin), Gerald Higgins (Limerick), Annie Joe Robinson (UK), and the late Leo, John Joe and Patricia.

Lena will be deeply missed by the extended Higgins and Canning families, her neighbours and friends.

Removal on Friday, May 8 to St. Patrick’s Church, Mohill, for Funeral Mass at 12:30pm, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Lena’s Funeral Mass may be viewed HERE. Lena’s family wish to thank you for your help and understanding at this sad time. Requiescat in pace.

Mary Oates (née Falconer), Fearnaught, Annaduff, Leitrim / Athboy, Meath

The death occurred unexpectedly and peacefully at University Hospital, Galway on Sunday, May 3, 2026 of Mary Oates (nee Falconer), ‘Millview’ Fearnaught, Aughamore, Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim and formerly of Athboy, County Meath. 

Predeceased by her loving husband Tommy, her parents Peter and Annie and brother Peter. She is survived by her loving son Anthony, daughter in law Colette, her beloved grandchildren Páidí, Tommy and Florence, brother Cyrill, sister in law Mary, nephews John, Paul, Marc and James, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends. May Mary’s kind and gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Mary will repose at The Heritage Centre, Church Lane, Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim (N41KP62) on Wednesday, May 6 from 5.30 pm until 7pm. Requiem Mass on Thursday, May 7 at 11am in St. Mary’s Church, Annaduff (N41CF54) followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. House strictly private at all times please.

Family flowers only please donations if desired to CROÍ https://croi.ie/donate-old/ or C/o McGowan funeral Directors. The Oates family very much appreciate your support at this time.

Danny Mulligan, Kilclare, Keshcarrigan, Co Leitrim / Leitrim Village, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in the tender loving care of the doctors, nurses and staff at North West Hospice Sligo on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 of Danny Mulligan, Kilclare & Keshcarrigan, Co Leitrim and formerly of Wolverhampton, England.

Danny will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by his many good friends and his work colleagues in North West Tool Hire. May Danny Rest In Peace.

Danny’s cremation service will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan on Thursday May 7 at 4pm. Danny’s journey to Lakelands Crematorium will be marked by passing his favourite places. On Thursday, May 7 at 2pm, Danny’s Funeral cortege will travel through Leitrim village, via St Joseph’s church road and will continue to Kilclare on his journey to Cavan.

John Joe Cox, Bridge Street, Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at Portiuncula Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, May 3, 2026 of John Joe Cox, Bridge Street, Strokestown, Co Roscommon.

Beloved husband and best friend of Margaret and much loved father of Caroline (Alf), Michelle (Danny), Sean (Michelle), Geraldine (Mervyn), Teresa (Enda) and Patrick (Doreen). John Joe will be sadly missed by his sorrowing wife, devoted children, grandchildren, Emmett, Thomas, Luke, Cian, Katie, Eilish, Jamie, Killian, Megan, Sophie, Abi, Dylan, Charlie, Jack & Adam, brothers Mickey & Seamus, sisters Mary-Ann, Chris & Helen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his wide circle of friends. John Joe is predeceased by his father & mother Paddy & Mary-Jane Cox, his brother Patsy and by his grandson baby Ryan Callaghan. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing at his home on Tuesday, May 5 from 3pm until 8pm, and also on Wednesday, May 6 from 3pm until 8pm. Removal on Thursday, May 7 to The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strokestown, for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Scramogue Cemetery. 

John Joe's Funeral Mass may be viewed online by clicking HERE. Family flowers only please.

Ian Murphy, Finchley, London and formerly Winetown, Rathowen, Co Westmeath

The death occurred following an illness courageously borne on Thursday, April 16, 2026 of Ian Murphy, Finchley, London and formerly Winetown, Rathowen, Co Westmeath. 

Dearly beloved father of Aoife, loving son of Florrie and the late Victor, and much loved brother of Ada, Gillian and Sammy. Fond brother-in-law of Stuart, Sinead and the late Robert, and uncle of Theo, Paul, Sam, Alison and Emma. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his daughter, mother, brother, sisters, relatives and friends.

Funeral service in St Marylebone Crematorium in East Finchley, London on  Wednesday, May 20 at 4pm, to be followed at a later date by interment of his ashes in Corboy Presbyterian Church, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford.

Robert W. T. Brabazon, Loughlin Beg, Castlepollard, Westmeath

The death occurred surrounded by his loving family following an illness bravely borne on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 of Robert W. T. Brabazon, Loughlin Beg, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath. 

Predeceased by his parents Fitz and Peggy. A much loved husband, father and grandfather; Robert will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Caroline, sons Ben, Alan and Arthur, daughters-in-law Jo and Jill, Arthur’s partner Emma, and his treasured grandsons Jack and Charlie. Also fondly remembered by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended family and his wide circle of friends.

Reposing at the family home (N91 VW95) on Friday, May 8 from 4.30pm to 6.30pm and house private at all other times please. Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, May 9 at 1pm in St Michael’s Church of Ireland, Castlepollard followed by burial in the adjoining church yard.

If you wish to leave a personal message for the family, please use the Obituaries section at www.gilsenanfuneralhome.ie. The family would like to thank sincerely all who cared for Robert during his illness. 'I lift my eyes up to the hills'.

Kay Lydon (née Honeyman), Kilmainham, Kells, Meath / Fenagh, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in her 89th year surrounded by her loving family on Monday, May 4, 2026 of Kay Lydon, (née Honeyman), Kilmainham, Kells, Co Meath and late of Fenagh, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.

Predeceased by her loving husband Padraig (PJ), her brothers Peter Honeyman and Paddy Honeyman. Kay will be sadly missed by her daughters Mairead (FitzGerald) and Dervilla (Finnegan), sons Martin, David and Enda, sister Maisie Leddy, sons-in-law John and Mark, daughters-in-law Fiona, Kathryn and Michelle, much cherished grandchildren Niamh (Cormac), Molly and Denis FitzGerald, Rose, Harry and Louis Finnegan, Padraig, Hanna, Katie-Anne, Lila-May, Lilly-B, Holly, Maisie, Jimmy, Charlie, Emma and Jack Lydon, nieces, nephews, extended family and a wide circle of friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at her residence in Kilmainham on Wednesday afternoon, May 6 from 4pm to 8pm (house private at all other times please). Removal on Thursday morning, May 7 at 10.30am arriving at St Colmcille's Church, Kells for funeral mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Colmcille's Cemetery. Family flowers only please.

The family would like to thank all the carers for the kindness and care that they have shown Kay, especially her longtime carer Ann Carolan.

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