Deaths in Longford - Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Death notices and funeral announcements for County Longford - May they Rest In Peace
Eamon Higgins, Cloncullen House, Cloncullen, Ballymore, Co Westmeath / Ballymahon, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully in the care of Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny, comforted by his family on Monday, May 11, 2026 of Eamon Higgins Cloncullen Hse, Cloncullen, Ballymore, Co Westmeath/ Ballymahon, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his sister Sheila Casey Higgins, mother Kathleen and father Edward. Deeply regretted by his loving daughter Crystal, son Ciaran, sisters Maureen Murphy (Delvin), Breege Murray (Ballymahon), Jo McNamee (Ballymore), Therese Dunne (Dunboyne) and Cindy Mannion (Cloncullen), brother Seamus Higgins (Cloncullen), son-in-law Rory, grandchildren Darragh, Trinity, Aaron and Tara, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Eamon will repose at Rooney's Funeral Home, Ballymore, N91 VKK2 on Wednesday, May 13 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral Mass is on Thursday, May 14 at 12 o'clock in the Church of the Holy Redeemer, Ballymore, N91 D762. For those unable to attend, Mass will be live-streamed on the following link: Ballymore Church. After Mass, Eamon will be laid to rest in the local cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Donations may be sent to Donegal Hospice.
Thomas (Moss) Reynolds, Soran, Ballinalee, Co Longford, N39NT28
The death occurred suddenly but peacefully, at home on Friday, May 8, 2026 of Thomas (Moss) Reynolds, Soran, Ballinalee, Co Longford.
Sadly missed by his beloved wife Anne (nee Farrell), daughter Elaine Begely (Trevor) Athlacca, Limerick, sons Derick (Jacinta), Padraig (Caitriona), brother Joe (Philippines), sisters Marie Fitzmaurice (Ballygar), Kathleen Reynolds (Corboy), his 8 cherished grandchildren, Killian, Oisin, Daiti, Amy, Hannah, Ciara, Mia, Chloe, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, cousins, great neighbours and friends.
Reposing at the family home in Soran, on Tuesday, May 12 from 4pm-8pm. Removal arriving into The Holy Trinity Church, Ballinalee on Wednesday evening, May 13 at 7pm. Funeral Mass Thursday, May 14 at 12 noon followed by burial in St Emer's Cemetery.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust C/O Martin Farrell & Sons, Funeral Directors, Ballinalee, Co. Longford. House private outside these times. Funeral will be live streamed on https://www.facebook.com/share/1H8jS7Uh5q/
May He Rest in Peace. Donations to Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust in Memory of Thomas (Moss) Reynolds.
Betty Murphy (née McDermott), Gortgallon, Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Roscommon / Ballinameen, Roscommon
The death occurred, suddenly on Monday, May 11, 2026 of Betty Murphy (née McDermott), Gortgallon, Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon and formerly of Carkfree, Ballinameen, Boyle, Co Roscommon.
Predeceased by her beloved parents John and Frances and by her father-in-law James. She will be very sadly missed by her husband Joe, sisters Una, Bernie, Angela and Catherine, brothers Seamus, Anthony, Francis and Padraig, mother-in-law Bridie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of good friends. May Betty rest in peace.
Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Wednesday evening, May 13 from 5 o’c until 7 o’c followed by removal to St Mary’s Church, Lanesborough (N39 TN99). Mass of the Resurrection on Thursday morning, May 14 at 11 o’c. Burial afterwards in Cloontuskert Cemetery.
Please note that Betty’s funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Thursday, May 14 at 11 o’c by CLICKING HERE
The Murphy and McDermott family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to all their relatives, neighbours and friends for their kindness and support at this time.
Tomas (Tommy) Kelly, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath
The death occurred peacefully in Tullamore Hospital after fighting his illness with immense bravery for eight long months on Friday, May 8, 2026 of Tomas (Tommy) Kelly, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath.
He was a wonderful son, father, husband and friend who will be painfully missed by his mother Tessie, son Alfie, wife Bertille and his many good friends.
Born in Argentina, Tom made a beautiful life in Ireland, a country he deeply cherished and was proud to call home. He touched so many lives with his kind, generous, gentle manners. While we are heartbroken he left us so soon, we will treasure our memories of him and honour him by living our lives to the fullest. Que descanses en paz querido Tom, con el amor y el recuerdo de todos, por siempre.
There will be a service to celebrate Tom’s life on Thursday, May 14 at 2.30pm at the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome, Harold’s Cross, followed by cremation.
Tommy Mulvey, 66 Dristernan, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully at Sligo University Hospital on Saturday, May 9, 2026 of Tommy Mulvey, (Lorry Man), 66 Dristernan, Drumshanbo, and formerly Drumkeelanbeg, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents John Joe and Kathleen, sister Kathleen, brother Noel and his sister-in-law Margaret. Sadly missed by his partner Marian, his daughters Valerie, Carmel, Teresa, Sharon, Esther, Caroline and Patricia and their Mother Marion, his sister Bridie and brothers-in-law John and Charlie. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Shivnan's Funeral Home, Ballyfarnon on Monday, May 11 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Tuesday, May 12 to arrive at St Patrick's Church, Drumshanbo at 6pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday, May 13 at 11am with burial afterwards in the New Cemetery.
Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://www.churchtv.ie/drumshanbo/ and on the Drumshanbo Parish Facebook Page. Family flowers only please. House strictly private please.
John Joseph (Joe) Gill, Liscallyroan (formerly Curramartin), Drumsna, Co. Leitrim
The recent death has occurred peacefully following a short illness surrounded by his loving family and in the excellent care of the staff of Sligo University Hospital, on Sunday, May 10, 2026 of John Joseph (Joe) Gill, Liscallyroan (formerly Curramartin), Drumsna, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents Michael and Lilly Gill. Joe will be sadly missed by his family, his wife Noelene, daughters Fidelma, Róisín and Eimear, sons Joseph, Adrian and Kieran, sons-in-law Pat, Paudge and Ross, daughters-in-law Catherine, Alison and Eleanor, sisters Marie (Freddie), Carmel and Christina, grandchildren Aaron, Josh, Diarmuid, Brian, Megan, Tara, Mia, Brendan, Matthew, Luke and Gracie. Joe will be fondly remembered by his relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at the Heritage Centre, Chapel of Rest, Church Lane, Carrick-on-Shannon, (N41 KP62) on Tuesday May 12 from 5pm until 7pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, May 13 in the Church of the Immaculate Conception (N41 D766), Drumsna at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Annaduff Cemetery (N41 CF54).
House private please. Joe’s family greatly appreciate your sympathy and understanding at this difficult time. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to Friends of Sligo University Hospital c/o Dermot Foley Funeral Director or by clicking on the following link. Donations Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Mairead (Ray) Daly (née Gallagher), Granard, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully surrounded by love and in the care of the wonderful staff at Kilcoole Lodge Nursing Home on Friday, May 8, 2026 of Mairead (Ray) Daly (née Gallagher) of Granard, Co. Longford.
Reunited with her beloved husband P.J., daughter Aishling, granddaughter Setanta, grandson Scott and sister Maureen. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Pat, Edward, John, Áine and Alwyn, grandchildren Tyrone, Blake, Anoushka, Dillon, Fauve, Kate, Dara, Conal, Jonathan, Lisa, Robert, Gavin, Keith, Natasha, Dylan, Cian and Cillian, great-grandchildren, brothers Eamonn and Geoffrey, sisters Cathy, Áine and Siobhán, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Reposing in Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray on Monday, May 11 from 4.00pm-6.00pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, May 12 at 10.00am in the Holy Rosary Church, La Touche Road, Greystones followed by burial in Redford Cemetery, Blacklion, Greystones. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland.
Elizabeth (Betty) Power (née McCabe), Harold's Cross, Dublin / Aughnacliffe, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully, in her 102nd year, in the truly exceptional and dedicated care of staff at Our Lady’s Hospice and Care Services, Harold’s Cross on Thursday, May 7, 2026 of Elizabeth (Betty) Power (née McCabe) Harold’s Cross, Dublin and formerly of Aughagreagh, Aughnacliffe, Co. Longford.
Beloved wife of the late Larry and much loved mother of Catherine and the late Tony. Betty will be forever loved and missed by her daughter, son-in-law Jude, grandchildren Euan, Daniel, Ruairi, Grace and Emma, niece, nephew, kind neighbours, relatives and friends including her new circle of friends through Our Lady’s Hospice. Rest in Peace.
Betty reposed on Sunday afternoon, May 10 at Fanagans Funeral Home, 92 Lower Kimmage Road (D6W N279) from 2pm to 4pm. Funeral Mass on Monday May 11 at 11.30am in the Church of St. Paul of the Cross, Mount Argus followed thereafter by cremation committal prayers at The Victorian Chapel in Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harold’s Cross (D6W HY98). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Our Lady’s Hospice and Care Services on the following link https://olh.ie/donate/
Annmarie Smith, Loch Gowna, Co Cavan / Ballinagh, Co Cavan
The death occurred at Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 of Annmarie Smith, Loch Gowna, Co Cavan and late of Marian Row, Ballinagh Co Cavan.
Pre-deceased by her brother William and sister Angela. Beloved wife of Brendan and dear mother of Megan (Damian), Alicia (Ioan) and Jack, her adored grandson Luca, parents Tina and Willie, father Thomas O'Reilly, brothers Tommy (Annemarie), Enda (Christina) and Ross (Mariana), sisters Jacinta (Colin), Linda (Terry), Elaine (Herbie), Christina (Kieran) and Orlene (Padraig), sister in law Tammy, father in law Seamus, mother in law Nancy, brothers in law, sisters in law, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends. "May She Rest In Peace".
Reposed at Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road Cavan (H12RF78) on Saturday May 9 from 4.00pm until 7.00pm. Requiem Mass on Monday May 11 at 12 noon in St. Felim’s Church, Ballinagh, followed by burial in the new cemetery. House private please. 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.
Kathleen Tierney (née Gumley), 15 Railway Road, Belturbet, Cavan / Ballinagh, Co Cavan
The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at Cavan General Hospital on Sunday, May 10, 2026 of Kathleen Tierney (nee Gumley), 15 Railway Road, Belturbet, Co. Cavan formerly Crossdoney Road, Ballinagh, Co Cavan and Railway Road, Killeshandra.
Predeceased by her parents Frank and Theresa, son Michael, brothers Patrick, Barney and Paul, sisters Bernie, Margaret, Theresa and Geraldine. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving family, sons Martin, Thomas and Stephen. Sisters Roseann, Valerie and Jackie, brothers Thomas, Noel and Frank, grandchildren, brothers-in-law especially Brendan, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, especially Laura and James, relatives and friends. May She Rest In Peace.
Kathleen will be reposing at Lawlors Funeral Home, Ernehill, Belturbet (eircode H14 VP68) on Monday evening, May 11 from 6pm until evening prayers at 8pm. Funeral mass at 11am on Tuesday morning, May 12 in St. Felim's Church, Ballinagh with burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery.
Maureen Kelleher (née McGoldrick), Lannanaria, Corlough, Cavan and formerly Altcrock, Corlough, Co Cavan
The death occurred suddenly at Cavan General Hospital surrounded by her heartbroken family on Thursday, May 7, 2026 of Maureen Kelleher (nee McGoldrick) Lannanaria, Corlough, Co Cavan and formerly Altcrock, Corlough, Co Cavan.
Predeceased by her loving parents Tom and Baby, her infant brother Patrick and her angel grandson Zach. Maureen will be sadly missed and forever loved by her husband Oliver; her adored children Olivia (Ollie Plunkett), Aisling (Mick O’Callaghan), Michelle (Paul Prior), Noelle (Peter McGovern), Ronan (Marisa McNeill), Yvonne (Cian Feehan) and Derek (Edel Corby) and her cherished grandchildren Tom, Jamie, Éabha, Saoirse, Olivia, Paddy, Maria, Mark, Anna, Ben, Sophie, Ellen, Tess, Laura & Evan. Deeply regretted by her brother Gerard McGoldrick (Teresa), sisters Patricia (Jim Lavin) and Geraldine (Kevin McWeeney), sister-in-law Maureen McCabe, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, and her many treasured friends, especially her best friend Lannie. May Maureen Rest in Peace.
Reposed at her home, H14K124, on Saturday evening, May 9 from 4pm to 7pm, and also reposed at Smith’s Funeral Home, High St., Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim, N41 TD62, on Sunday, May 10 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal from her home on Monday morning, May 11 arriving to St. Patrick’s Church, Corlough for Funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by burial in adjoining cemetery.
Michael McKeon, Smear Hill, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford, N39 X7V7
The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, May 9, 2026 of Michael McKeon, Smear Hill, Aughnacliffe, Co. Longford.
Pre-deceased by his parents James and Brigid, brother and by his sisters. Michael will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, wife Rose, daughter Breege, son-in-law David Bohan, grandchildren Christopher and Róisín, sister-in-law Mai Reilly, nieces, nephews, relatives, close neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at his residence (N39 X7V7) on Monday, May 11 from 4pm until 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection in St. Colmcille's Church, Aughnacliffe on Tuesday, May 12 at 11am, interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Please note : There will be a one way system in operation for those attending the reposing, please follow the directions of the stewards. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please View here
Andrew (Andy) Finnan, Limetree Avenue, Cheshire, England and formerly of Colmcille Terrace, Granard, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully in England on Sunday, May 3, 2026 of Andrew (Andy) Finnan, Limetree Avenue, Cheshire, England, Granard, Co Longford and formerly Colmcille Terrace, Granard, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his mother Maureen and father Tommy. Andy will be sadly missed and forever remembered with love by his family, his wife Cynthia, sons Robert and Andrew, daughter Maureen, his adored grandchildren and great-grandchildren., his brothers P J and Oliver and their families, his friends in England and here in Ireland. Words are few, thoughts are deep, Memories of you, are ours to keep. Rest in Peace Andy.
Cremation will take place in England. Burial of Andy’s Ashes will take place in Granardkill Cemetery at a later date.
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.
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