Deaths in Longford - Thursday, January 5, 2023

Joan Gallagher (née O'Reilly), Rathbracken, Granard, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully at Mullingar Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, January 5, 2023 of Joan Gallagher (née O'Reilly), Rathbracken, Granard, Longford. Predeceased by her beloved husband Kevin, parents Owen and Mary Ann O’Reilly, brothers Noel, Jimmy, Johnny, Eugene, and Paddy, sister Babby. Cherished mother of Martin, Kevin and Colette. Joan will be sadly missed and always remembered by her loving family, adored grandchildren Daniel and Mikey, daughters-in-law Gillian, son-in-law Kyle, sisters Bridie, Sr Dominica (Peggy), Liz and Ellen, brother Tommy, nieces, nephews, relatives, and her many neighbours and friends. May She Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, Barrack Street, Granard on Friday, January 6 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday, January 7 at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Granard, followed by Christian burial in Granardkill New Cemetery. House strictly private at all times please.
Joan’s family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Mullingar Regional Hospital for the excellent care given to Joan. As Covid is still in our midst we would ask everybody to take the necessary precautions and keep everybody safe. Joan’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on this link https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-marys-church-granard

Mary (Molly) Carty (née Farrell), Fyanstown, Kells, Meath / Ballinalee, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully at home, in her 95th year, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 of Mary (Molly) Carty (née Farrell), Fyanstown, Kells, Co Meath and formerly Kilshrewley, Ballinalee, Co Longford. Predeceased by her beloved husband Hubert. Deeply regretted by her loving family Padraic, Hugh, Niall, Declan, Siobhán, Donal, Mary and Caroline, in-laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.
Removal on Sunday morning, January 8, arriving St Colmcille's Church, Kells for 12.15pm funeral mass which may be viewed live on kellsparish.ie. Burial afterwards in St Colmcille's Cemetery. House private please. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Meath Palliative Care.

James Kiernan, Lacora Glenn, Delvin, Westmeath / Ballinalee, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully after a long illness at St Colmcille's Nursing Home, Kells, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 of James (Jimmy) Kiernan, Lacora Glenn, Delvin, Co Westmeath and formerly of Drumeel, Ballinalee, Co Longford. Loving husband of Mary and father of John, James, Derek, Neil and Siobhán. James will be sadly missed by his wife, sons, daughter, six grandchildren, daughter in law, son in law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends. May James rest in peace. Reposing at St Camillus Nursing Centre Chapel, Killucan (Eircode N91VF51) on Friday evening, January 6 from 4.30pm followed by prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass takes place in the Church of the Assumption, Delvin, on Saturday morning, January 7 at 11am followed by burial in the local cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live by clicking the either of the following links - the Delvin Parish livestream on churchmedia.tv/Westmeath or at Delvin Parish Facebook.
Please be aware of Covid prevention guidelines while attending at the funeral services by the wearing of face masks and refraining from handshaking. The family thank you for your kind consideration at this sad time.

Gertrude (Gaye) Fallon (née Cox), Greenhall, Newtowncashel, Longford

The death occurred, in the presence of her loving family and in the exceptional care of the staff of Sunset Lodge, Saint Joseph’s Care Centre, Dublin Road, Longford, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 of Gertrude (Gaye) Fallon (née Cox), Greenhall, Newtowncashel, Longford. Predeceased by her loving husband Michael, brother Geoffrey, sisters May, Sr Eileen and Sr Patricia. Deeply missed by her daughter Margarita, son Johnny, son-in-law Kenneth, daughter-in-law Annette, grandchildren Maria, Michael and Aeveen, sisters Alice (U.K) and Theresa, brother-in-law Vincent, sister-in-law Mary (U.K), nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford, N39 K381, on Wednesday, January 4 from 4:30pm until 6pm, followed by removal to The Church Of The Blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel, arriving at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, January 5 at 12 noon, with burial afterwards in Cashel Cemetery. The Mass will be streamed live, please go to www.churchtv.ie/newtowncashel
The Family would like to acknowledge the kindness of Fr. Merlyn Kenny, Newtowncashel and Fr. Joseph, Saint Mel’s Cathedral Longford.

Rosemary McManus, Clonsilla, Dublin / Longford

The death occurred, suddenly, at home in Dublin with her family, on Monday, January 2, 2023 of Rosemary McManus, Clonsilla, Dublin / Lanzarote, Spain and formerly of Longford. Predeceased by her father Maurice, the late Rosemary will be loved and remembered by her beloved son Jack, daughter Sarah, husband John, grandson Shaun, son-in-law Karl, her loving mother Rosaleen, brother Conor, sisters Mairead and Stephanie, aunt, uncle, her extended family in Ireland and Lanzarote and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Clonsilla on Friday evening, January 6 between 6 pm and 8pm. Removal on Saturday morning, January 7 to the Church of St Philip the Apostle, Mountview arriving for Funeral Mass at 10.30 am followed by cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium. Rosemary’s funeral Mass may be viewed online (live only) by following this LINK. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to a charity of your choice.

Seamus Kenny, Castlerea Mountain, Moydow, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully, at the Regional Hospital, Tullamore, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 of Seamus Kenny, Castlerea Mountain, Moydow, Longford. Predeceased by his mother Bridget, his father Bernard, his sister Bridie and his sister-in-law Doreen. Sadly missed by his loving brother Barney, his niece Eimear, his nephews Bryan, Eoin, James and Emmet, their wives and partners, cousins, neighbours, relatives and many friends. Rest in peace.
Reposing in Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home Chapel, Edgeworthstown, on Thursday, January 5 from 5.30pm, with prayers at 8pm. Removal on Friday, January 6 via Ardagh Village to St Mary's Church, Moydow, arriving for Funeral Mass at 1pm. Burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

Mel McWeeney, Ardnacassa Lawns, Dublin Road, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully, on Sunday, January 1, 2023 of Mel McWeeney, Ardnacassa Lawns, Dublin Road, Longford Town, Longford. Predeceased by his mother Margaret (nee Farrell) and by his father Cathal. Mel will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, sister Margaret Mary (Lieb), brother Padraic, sister-in-law Janet, brother-in-law Jonathan, nieces, nephew, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee road on Thursday, January 5, 2023 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, January 6, 2023 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please click here. House strictly private please.

Bernadette (Bernie) Farrell (née Gilroy), MacEoin Park, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the exceptional care of the nurses and staff of Sunset Lodge at St Joseph’s Care Centre, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 of Bernadette (Bernie) Farrell (née Gilroy), MacEoin Park, Longford Town, Longford. Bernie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, husband Michael, daughters Yvonne Bane (Galway), Michelle and Gillian, son Richard, daughter-in-law Delia, son-in-law Alan, Michelle’s fiancé John, grandchildren Alex, Daniel, Jamie, Dylan, Gavin and Michael, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, relatives, extended family and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road on Wednesday, January 4 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Thursday, January 5 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Patient Comfort fund at Sunset Lodge c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please.

Bridget Rooney (née O'Rourke), 14 Bofin Avenue, Dromod, Leitrim

The death occurred, peacefully in the care of Sligo University Hospital, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 of Bridget Rooney (nee O'Rourke) 14 Bofin Avenue, Dromod and formerly of Lecknarainey, Mullies, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by her husband Packie (Roe) and son Brendan. Cherished and loved mother of Thomas, Pauric, Joseph and Desmond. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at Our Lady's Hospital Chapel, Manorhamilton on Monday evening, January 9 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm with removal to the Church of the Annunciation, Mullies to arrive at 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, January 10 at 11am burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to the Irish Kidney Association, Leitrim Branch.

Kathleen Lenaghan (née Fitzsimons), Cartronfree, Kilcogy, Cavan / Belfast, Antrim
The death occurred, peacefully at her home, on Thursday, January 5, 2023 of Kathleen Lenaghan (née Fitzsimons), Raby Street, Belfast and formerly of Cartronfree, Kilcogy, Co Cavan. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing family circle. St Charles of Mount Argus pray for her. RIP.
Reposing at her home in Belfast from 12pm to 8pm on Friday, January 6. Removal to Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Mullahoran for requiem mass on Saturday, January 7 at 12pm, followed by removal to Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan, H12RF78. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Joseph (Joe) Morrison, Belmount, Drumsna, Leitrim

The death occurred, peacefully, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 of Joseph (Joe) Morrison, Belmount, Drumsna, Leitrim. Sadly missed by his loving parents Eamon and Marian, sisters Maria and Rachael and brother Eamon, relatives and friends.
Reposing at family home on Thursday, January 5 at 5pm, concluding with prayers at 7pm, house private at all other times. Funeral mass on Friday, January 6 at 12 noon, to the Church Immaculate Conception, Drumsna, followed by burial at Annaduff Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to Pieta House.

Patrick (Patsy) Briody, Aughavains, Gowna, Cavan

The death occurred, suddenly at the Mater Private Hospital, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 of Patrick (Patsy) Briody, Aughavains, Gowna, Cavan. Predeceased by his beloved wife Elizabeth, his daughter Kathleen Bouchier, daughter-in-law Margaret, brother Tom and sisters Rose Fitzpatrick and Bridgie Lee. Much loved father of Padraig, Seamus, Anna (McGahern), Thomas, Elizabeth (Shannon), Sean and Brendan, daughters-in-law Annemarie, Sheila, Patsie, Vera and Mags, sons-in-law; Mel, Pat and Aidan, brother Jimmy, sisters; Maureen and Kathleen, sister-in-law Nora, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family members. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home and Crematorium Cavan on Thursday, January 5 from 5pm-7.30pm. Arriving for Requiem mass on Friday, January 6 at 12pm to the Church Of The Holy Family, Loch Gowna, with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. For those who would like to attend but cannot, Patsy's funeral may be viewed on the following live link: https://vimeo.com/786085557

Tony McKiernan, Tully, (formerly High Street,), Ballinamore, Leitrim
The death occurred, peacefully at his residence, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 of Tony McKiernan, Tully, (formerly High Street,), Ballinamore, Leitrim. Predeceased by his parents Oliver & Claire, brother Adrian and sister Deirdre. Tony will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mary, sister Anne, aunts, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, N41 TD62 this Wednesday evening, January 4 from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, January 5 at 12 noon in St Patrick's Church, Ballinamore followed by burial in Oughteragh Cemetery, Ballinamore. House strictly private at all times please.
Family flowers only, Donations, if desired, to the North West Hospice, c/o Smiths Funeral Directors, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim. Funeral Mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore

Michael Patrick Greene, Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred, peacefully, in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 of Michael Patrick Greene, of Birmingham, and formerly of Strokestown, Roscommon. Predeceased by his brothers, Frank, Anthony, Tommy, Johnny and sister Mary and wives Kitty and Maureen. Michael deeply regretted and remembered by his sisters Peggy and Nancy and brother-in-law Tom Fisher, and John Orahoe, daughter Pamela, son-in-law Lou sons Kieran and Adrian, daughter-in-laws, Helen and Caroline, grandchildren, Nicholas, Eleanor, Alexis, Talia, Francesca, Marijka, Lorna, Cairstine and Patric. Great grandchildren, Harry, Rory, Conor and Douglas. Also by his many nephews and nieces.
Requiem Mass on Friday, January 27 at 11:30 am at St Joseph's and Helen's Kings Norton, Birmingham, followed by cremation at Lodge Hill Crematorium, Selly Oak, Birmingham. May he rest in peace.

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