Deaths in Longford - Monday, April 10, 2023

Vera O'Sullivan (née Treacy), Main Street, Lanesboro, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully, in the dedicated and attentive care of the wonderful staff at Sonas Inis Ree Nursing Home, Ballyleague, Lanesboro, on Monday, April 10, 2023 of Vera O'Sullivan (née Treacy), Main Street, Lanesboro, Longford. Beloved wife of the late Hilary and much adored mother to Brendan, Valerie, Jennifer, Catherine and the late Kathleen. She will be greatly missed by her family, daughter in law, sons in law, her 8 grandchildren, sisters, sister in law & brothers in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. May Vera rest in peace.
Reposing at her son Brendan’s home Gurteengar, Lanesboro, Co Longford, N39 E378 on Tuesday, April 11 from 5pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 12at 2pm, in St. Mary’s Church, Lanesboro, Co Longford. Burial afterwards in Clonbonny Cemetery.House private on Wednesday morning please. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired can be made to Longford Alzheimer’s Society.

Margaret Hoare (née Carty), Ardnacassa Avenue, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully surrounded by her immediate family and grandchildren in the Regional Hospital Tullamore, on Sunday, April 9, 2023 of Margaret Hoare (nee Carty), Ardnacassa Avenue, Longford town.
Predeceased by her parents, her sister Breda and by her husband James. Margaret will be sadly missed by her family; daughters Catherine, Deirdre, Marie and Ann and by her sons Seamus and David, her 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Tuesday, April 11 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Rooskey at 12 noon on Wednesday, April 12 interment afterwards in Scramogue Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please Click here Family flowers only please. House strictly private please.

Patrick (Pat) McCann, Ballincurry, Longford

The death  occurred, suddenly but peacefully, at his home on Sunday, April 9, 2023 of Patrick (Pat) McCann, Ballincurry, Longford.  He is predeceased by his parents Mary-Ann and Pat. Pat will be always remembered with love, by his dear wife Rose, his cherished daughter Siobhan O' Malley, son-in-law Tom, his adored grandchildren Donncha and Ronan, nephews and nieces Peter,Tosh, Paul, Daniel, Shane, Chris, Jacinta and Lucy, relatives, good neighbours and friends.
Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace.
Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church St, Longford, (N39 P0E8), on Tuesday, April 11 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Removal from his home on Wednesday, April 12 to arrive at St Mary's Church, Newtownforbes, for Funeral mass at 12 noon, followed with burial in the local cemetery. Mass can be viewed live: click here Family flowers only please.

Padraig Kenny, Mornine, Moydow, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully, in Portiuncula Hospital Ballinasloe, on Friday, April 7, 2023 of Padraig Kenny, Mornine, Moydow, Longford. Predeceased by his parents James and Bridget, his brother Noel and brother-in-law John Harte. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Geraldine, his sister Maura (Harte), sons Seamus and John, daughters Breege, Ann Marie (Rea), Catriona (Norris), daughter-in-law and sons-in-law. Grandchildren James, Ollie, Hannah, Harry and Noah, nieces, cousins, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace.
Reposing in Our Lady's Manor, Edgeworthstown, this Easter Sunday, April 9 from 4pm until 7pm followed by prayers. Funeral Mass on Monday, April 10 at 12 noon in The Church of the Sacred Heart, Carrickedmond, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. No flowers, please. Donations, if desired, to the Patient Comfort Fund, Kilconnell Nursing Home, Ballinasloe and Parkinson's Association, Longford.

Jimmy Reilly, Rossduff, Aughnacliffe, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully, in the care of Esker Lodge, Co Cavan, on Saturday, April 8, 2023 of Jimmy Reilly (publican), Rossduff, Aughnacliffe, Longford. Sadly missed by his sister Bridget, nieces and nephews, and extended family and friends. Predeceased by parents, Pat and Margaret, brothers and sisters.
Reposing at Finnegan's Funeral Home, Co Cavan on Sunday, April 9 from 5pm-7pm. Removal to St Colmcille's Church for funeral Mass at 11am on Monday, April 10, burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Martin McDonnell, Farnagh, Longford
The death occurred, tragically, on Thursday, April 6, 2023 of Martin McDonnell, Farnagh, Longford. He is predeceased by his brother Ciaran and uncle Patrick. Martin will be sadly missed by his heartbroken family, parents Willie and Patricia, his brothers and sisters Shane, Amy, Brandon, Willie, Helen, Melissa, Bridget, Abbie, Caroline, Mary, Queva, Andrew, Michael, Simon, John, his beloved fiancée Sherley, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, uncles and aunts, cousins, and his many dear friends. In our hearts forever. Rest in peace Martin.
Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church St, Longford, N39 P0E8, on Monday, April 10 from 4pm, followed by removal to St Mel's Cathedral, for prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 11 at 11am, followed by burial in Ballymacormack Cemetery. Mass can be viewed live: http://www.longfordparish.com 

Carol Teresa Galvin (née Forde), Moydrum, Athlone, Westmeath

The death occurred, peacefully in the South Westmeath Hospice, Athlone, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, April 6, 2023 of Carol Teresa Galvin (nee Forde), Moydrum, Athlone, Westmeath. Deeply regretted by her husband David, daughter Molly, parents William and Philomena (Drumlish), parents-in-law Brendan and Eileen Galvin (Moydrum), sister Ann (England), brother-in-law Rob, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing in Flynn's Funeral Home, Weirview, The Strand, Loughanaskin, Athlone (N37 E6K0) this Sunday, April 9 from 4pm to 6pm. Removal on Monday morning, April 10 from William and Philomena's residence in Drumlish for 11am funeral mass in St Mary's Church Drumlish. Funeral mass can be viewed live at the following link. Followed by burial in Kilmahon Cemetery.

Daniel Finnegan, Dalkey, Dublin / Ballinagh, Cavan
The death occurred, of a gentleman in his 95th year, very peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, April 9, 2023 of Daniel Finnegan, Dalkey, Dublin, born Ballinagh, Cavan. Beloved husband of Colleen, adored and cherished father of Donal, Neil, CathyAnne, Michelle, Peter, Alan and the late Paul. He is sadly missed by his family, daughters-in-law Anne-Marie, Maria, Ana, Jane, sons-in-law Howard and Shane, his loving grandchildren Richard, Killian, Katie, Dan, Peter, Maria, Mark, Aoibhín, Isobel, Seán, Tess, Tom and Sally, his nephews, nieces, sister-in-law Kathleen, extended family, customers and all the dedicated staff of Finnegan’s over his 53 years in business in Dalkey and his many friends.
Reposing on Wednesday, April 12 at Quinn’s Funeral Home, Glasthule from 4pm to 6pm. Removal Thursday, April 13 to the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey arriving for 11.30am Funeral Mass, which can be viewed online at www.churchservices.tv/dalkey followed by burial in Deansgrange Cemetery. “May he rest in Peace”

Patrick (Pat) Dennehy, Quay Street, Drumsna, Co Leitrim

The recent death occurred, peacefully at Sligo University Hospital, on Thursday, April 6, 2023 of Patrick (Pat) Dennehy, Quay Street, Drumsna, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents Richard & Eileen. Sadly missed by his sisters Sally & Maria, brother Richard, (Dublin City North) sister-in-law Eileen, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. Any enquiries, please contact Dermot Foley, Funeral Director, Kilmore & Carrick-on-Shannon, 086 8051339.
Funeral Arrangements Later

Peter Cusack, Annagh, Ballykeeran, Athlone, Co Westmeath

The death occurred,  peacefully in the tender care of the nurses and staff of Thomond Lodge Nursing Home, Ballymahon, on Friday, April 7, 2023 of Peter Cusack, Annagh, Ballykeeran, Athlone, Co Westmeath. Predeceased by his parents John and Annie and his sister Rosemary. Sadly missed by his sister Judy (Nolan), nephews Michael and Danny, niece Mary and her partner Terry, in-laws, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his nephew Michael's residence (Annagh Ballykeeran) on Sunday, April 9 from 4pm until 7pm. Requiem Mass on Monday, April 10 in Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tubberclaire at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining Cemetery. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time. Due to increases in winter viruses, the family asks that those attending the funeral be vigilant and hand sanitise, where appropriate.

Rita Delaney (née Diffley), Carrigallen, Leitrim

The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in Cavan General Hospital, on Thursday, April 6, 2023 of Rita Delaney (née Diffley), Carrigallen, Leitrim. Predeceased by her husband Patrick (Pat), her brothers Jim, Gerald and Mick Joe, sisters Annie and Mae, and Great Grandchild Finn. Deeply regretted by her heartbroken daughters Geraldine Heslin (Drumlish), Anne Heavey (Ballyconnell), Kitty Nicholls (Dublin) and Martina Donohoe (Gortermone), her sisters Eithne and Bridie, sons-in-law Adrian and Michael, her eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbours and many friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore (N41 TD62) on Easter Sunday evening, April 9, from 4pm to 6pm. Removal from the Funeral Home on Easter Monday morning, April 10,  to arrive at St Mary's Church, Carrigallen, for Funeral Mass at 12 noon, with burial afterwards in Drumreilly Cemetery. House private at all Times. The Funeral Mass may be viewed on the following link: https://www.churchtv.ie/carrigallen/
Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu, to the Irish Heart Foundation c/o Gorby Funeral Directors, Newtowngore.

Patrick (Paddy) Cummins, Lahausk, Strokestown, Roscommon / Tulsk, Roscommon

The death occurred, in his 93rd year, peacefully, in the loving care of the staff at Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle, on Thursday, April 6, 2023 of Patrick (Paddy) Cummins, Lahausk, Strokestown, Roscommon / Tulsk, Roscommon. Predeceased by his parents John and Mary, and his sisters-in-law Mai and Nuala.
Paddy will be sadly missed by his heartbroken wife Maura (nee Connally), daughters Majella (Smyth, Ballintubber), Joan (Neary, Cregga, Strokestown) and Rosaleen (Gallogly, Kilglass), sons-in-law Mike, John and Kieran, adored grandchildren Shane, Kevin, David, Brian, Colm, Lauren and Conor, brothers Tom (London), Jim (Birmingham), sister Mary (Madden, Dublin), brothers-in-law Patsy (Connally, Lanesboro) and Mickey (Madden, Dublin), sister-in-law Mary (Connally, Castlerea), nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at Brady's Funeral Home, Elphin, on Holy Saturday, April 8 from 4.30pm to 8pm. Removal on Monday morning, April 10 to St Catherine's Church, Killina, arriving for Funeral Mass at 12noon. Paddy will be laid to rest afterwards in Killina Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed at…….link to follow
The Cummins family are grateful for your sympathy, prayers and support at this time.

Noreen (Nora) Josephine Atkinson (Landy NÉE Wallace) England and late of New Kiltoom, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath / Louisburgh, Mayo

The death occurred, peacefully, on Friday, January 13, 2023 of Noreen (Nora) Josephine Atkinson (Landy née Wallace), Ruislip, Middlesex, England and formerly of New Kiltoom, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath and Louisburgh, Co Mayo. Beloved wife of Brian and the late Eamonn and dear mother of Paul and Louise. Noreen will be very sadly missed by her husband and family, son-in-law Gary, daughter-in-law Jackie, her cherished grandchildren Natasha, Heather, Aidan, Pearse and Christy, her brothers Anthony, Stephen and Tommy, sister Mary, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends. May Noreen rest in peace.
Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, February 13, 2023, at 1pm at Our Lady of the Visitation Church, Greenford, Middlesex, England, followed by cremation at Breakspear Crematorium, Ruislip. The Mass can be viewed at Our Lady of the Visitation
A Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 12 noon in the Church of St John the Baptist, Whitehall, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath followed by interment of ashes in the adjoining cemetery. In preference to flowers, Brian, Paul and Louise would appreciate donations to Alzheimer's Research UK (JustGiving)

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