Deaths in Longford - Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Death notices and funeral announcements for County Longford - May they Rest In Peace
James (Jimmy) McVeigh, Kilnacarrow, Ballinalee, Longford / Newtownforbes, Longford
The death occurred peacefully with his heartbroken family by his side after an illness borne with great courage and determination on Monday, June 29, 2026 of James (Jimmy) McVeigh, Kilnacarrow, Ballinalee, Co Longford and formerly Leitrim, Newtownforbes, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his parents Mary and Dan McVeigh, brother Paddy, sister Elizabeth, parents in law John and Rosetta Devlin, dear cousin Michael and brother in law Conor. Jimmy will be sadly missed by his wife Mary, daughters Rosemary Delvin (Lisduff, Longford) and Hazel (Gerry Tully, Granard), grandchildren Shannen, Katie and Dan, great grandchildren, sister Mary Burns (Dring), nephew, nieces, grand nephews, grand nieces, relatives, neighbours and wide circle of dear friends. Loving you was easy, We did it every day, Missing you will be heartache, That will never go away.
Jimmy will repose at Kelly's Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford N39 K81 on Wednesday, July 1 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral mass will take place on Thursday, July 2 at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church, Ennybegs, Killoe, Co Longford with burial afterwards in Aughaboy Cemetery Killoe. House Strictly Private at all times. Family Flowers Only. Donations if desired to Longford Palliative Care c/o Farrell & Son's Funeral Directors or any family member.
The McVeigh Family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the dedicated doctors, nurses and caregivers who provided exceptional care and compassion during Jimmy's illness. The kindness, patience and professionalism brought comfort not only to Jimmy but also to our entire family. We will forever remember the gentle hands, listening hearts and unwavering support you offered in our time of need.
Rose Lynn (née Gilroy), Cam, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford / Crossdoney, Co Cavan
The death occurred peacefully in the presence of her loving family and the wonderful care of the staff at Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford on Sunday, June 28, 2026 of Rose Lynn (nee Gilroy) Cam, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford/ Crossdoney, Co Cavan.
Predeceased by her husband Billy, parents John and Mary Gilroy and her sister Susan. Rose will be sadly missed by her loving family, sons Gerry (Michelle), and Jack (Tricia), daughters Colette and Cathy, grandchildren Tanisha, Naomi, Cillian, Katie, Megan, Chloe, Aaron, Shay, Elle, Kaylem, Mia and Jordan, great grandchildren Kyle, Callum and Róise brother Sean, sisters Patricia, Bernie, Gabrielle and Geraldine, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing in Our Lady's Manor, Edgeworthstown on Monday, June 29 from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, June 30 in St Mary's Church, Edgeworthstown at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Aughafin Cemetery.
James (Jim) Galligan, Celbridge, Kildare / Mullahoran, Cavan
The death occurred peacefully surrounded by his loving family at home on Monday, June 29, 2026 of James (Jim) Galligan, Celbridge, Co Kildare and late of Mullahoran, Co Cavan.
Pre-deceased by his loving parents Conor and Frances, brothers Peter and Brendan and sister Sr. Margaret. Fondly remembered by his loving wife June, adored children Edward, Frances and Andrew, daughter-in-law Ewa, siblings Bridie, Mary, Connie and Tom, sister-in-law Jill, nieces, nephews, extended family, many good friends and former customers of the Celbridge Pottery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Reposing at his residence on Wednesday, July 1 from 5pm - 7pm. Removal from his residence on Thursday, July 2 at approx. 10:30am to arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Celbridge for 11am Funeral Mass, followed by cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium at approx. 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made in memory of James to the Irish Hospice Foundation.
Daniel Steven Taylor, Lahard, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim / Aughavas, Co Leitrim
The death occurred at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin following an accident on Thursday, June 25, 2026 of Daniel Steven Taylor of Lahard Ballinamore, Co Leitrim and formerly of Aughavas, Co. Leitrim.
Predeceased by his grandparents Barry and Kate Taylor. Daniel will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by his parents Steven and Natasha, his heartbroken fiancée Lisa Keaveney, son Jack and daughter Amy-Lee, brothers Calumn and Liam, sisters Kimberlea, Paige, Emily and Megan. Lisa’s parents Tommy and Anne Keaveney, Lisa’s brother Kevin Keaveney, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, aunt; Anne Marie and her husband Richie, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, large circle of friends and neighbours. May Daniel Rest in Peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later.
Adrienne Heatherington (née Hughes), Edendork, Tyrone / Leitrim
The death occurred on Friday, June 26, 2026 of Adrienne Heatherington (nee Hughes) Roosky, Co Leitrim and formerly of Edendork, Tyrone.
Adrienne beloved wife of Joseph, dearly loved mother of Denise (Guillermo), Michael (Elaine), David (Debbie) and Enda, loving sister of Vonnie and the late Patricia RIP, dear grandmother of Lucia, Sebastian, Tiziano, James, Allie, Robyn, Niamh and Grace and great grandmother of Rossa and Olly.
Adrienne’s remains will arrive at St. Malachy’s Church, Edendork on Wednesday evening, July 1 at 6pm for overnight repose. Requiem Mass on Thursday, July 2 at 11am followed by burial in adjoining cemetery. On her soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Deeply regretted by her entire family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Laura Lynn children’s Hospice Dublin & St John’s Hospital Sligo c/o P. Quinn & Son Funeral Directors or the family.
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