Deaths in Longford - Sunday, June 11, 2023

Sarah Stokes (née Kelly), Corboy, Edgeworthstown, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully in her home surrounded by her heartbroken family, on Saturday, June 10, 2023 of Sarah Stokes (née Kelly), Corboy, Edgeworthstown, Longford. Predeceased by her beloved daughter baby Kathleen. Sarah will be forever missed by her family, her husband Michael, sons Mikey, Pa, Francis and Ronan, daughters Mary-Ann, Ashley and Sarah, her adored 17 grandchildren, parents Patsy and Ann, brothers and sister Patrick, Mark,John and Rose, sons-in-law Brian and Steven, daughters-in-law Nancy, Natalie, Shauna and Natalie, uncles and aunts, nephews and nieces, cousins, neighbours and friends. A silent thought, a quiet prayer, For a special person in God's care. Rest in Peace Sarah.
Reposing in her home on Sunday, June 11 from 2pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Removal from her home on Monday, June 12, for Funeral Mass at 1pm, in St Mel's Cathedral, Longford, followed with burial in Ballymacormack Cemetery. Mass can be viewed live: click here

Maureen Dowd (née Murtagh), Fortwilliam, Newtowncashel, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on Sunday, June 11, 2023 of Maureen Dowd (née Murtagh), Fortwilliam, Newtowncashel, Longford. Predeceased by her parents James and Margaret and her brother Tom. Maureen will be sadly missed by her husband PJ, daughters Olive and Helen, son Patrick, sons in law Stuart and Adam, her adored grandsons Ben, Sam, Harry, Donnacha, Henry and Noah, her sister Brigid (BC Fitzsimons), brother Ambrose, brothers in law, sisters in law, niece, nephews and a wide circle of neighbours and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at the family home Fortwilliam, Newtowncashel (N39 CF44) on Tuesday, June 13 from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral Cortege will leave the family home on Wednesday, June 14 at 11:30 arriving at the Church of the Blessed Virgin Newtowncashel for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Cashel Cemetery. The mass will be streamed live please go to www.churchtv.ie/newtowncashel/

Noeleen Kelly (née Armstrong), Tarmon Harbour, Tarmonbarry, Roscommon / Longford

The death occurred, suddenly but peacefully at the Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar, on Friday, June 9, 2023 of Noeleen Kelly (nee Armstrong), Tarmon Harbour, Tarmonbarry, Roscommon/ Longford.  Predeceased by her parents William and Kathleen. Sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, daughters Jil and Andrea, sons Mark and David and their father Tom, daughter-in-law Christine, son-in-law Richard, sisters Phyllis and Marie, her adored grandchildren, great-grandchild, best friends Ann and Elaine, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Sunday, June 11 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection at 11am on Monday, June 12 in St Mel’s Cathedral, followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 2pm. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com
Family flowers only please, donation, if desired, to Longford Hospice, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please.

Helen Curran (née McNerney), Smear Road, Aughnacliffe, Longford

The death occurred on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 of Helen Curran (née McNerney), Smear Road, Aughnacliffe, Longford. Predeceased by her father Frank and by her brother Seamus. Helen will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, husband Charlie, daughters Kay Patton and Margaret Murtagh, son Joe, mother Margaret (Legga), sisters Elizabeth Fitzpatrick (U.K.), Margaret McGahern (Mullahoran) and Anne (Legga), brothers Joe (Legga), Francis (Legga) and Eamon (Legga) , daughter-in-law Marie , sons-in-law John and Padraig, her adoring grandchildren Jack, Gemma, Daniel, James, Sarah, Katie and Emily, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Saturday, June 10 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Sunday, June 11 in St Colmcille’s Church, Aughnacliffe, at 1pm, interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private to family and close friends, please. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to St. Christopher’s Services, Longford c/o M.J Dolan Funeral Directors or any family member.

Don (Michael) Clarke, 18 Lir Park, Castlepollard, Westmeath, N91 H4X8 / Saggart, Dublin

The death occurred, peacefully, in the wonderful care of Roselodge Nursing Home, Killucan, on Saturday, June 10, 2023 of Don (Michael) Clarke, 18 Lir Park, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath and formerly of Springbank, Saggart, Co Dublin. Don will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Mary, their three children Dean, Ivan and Michelle, his nine grandchildren, great-granddaughter, brother, sisters, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, family and friends. May Don Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his home at 18 Lir Park (N91 H4X8) on Tuesday, June 13 from 4pm until 7pm, followed by concluding prayers. Removal to St Michael's Church, Castlepollard on Wednesday, June 14 arriving for 12 noon Funeral Mass. Burial afterwards in St Michael's Cemetery, Castlepollard. House private on Wednesday morning please. Don’s Funeral Mass will be broadcast live at the following link: https://castlepollard-church-1.click2stream.com/ The family appreciates your support at this time.

Michael Doorley, Kildallogue Heights, Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred, peacefully at University Hospital Roscommon, on Friday, June 9, 2023 of Michael Doorley, Kildallogue Heights, Strokestown, Roscommon. Predeceased by his twin grandsons Liam and Eoghan. Loving husband of Una and much loved father of Anne Marie and Helen, sons in law Dusko and Gerard, his adored grandchildren Cathal, Daragh, Cormac, Emma and Ciara, his brothers J.P., John and Tom, nephews and nieces, sisters in law, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home Strokestown on Sunday, June 11 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal from his home on Monday, June 12 to arrive at Strokestown Parish Church for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. Michael's Funeral Mass can be viewed by clicking HERE

Veronica Leslie (née Turbett), Drumhirk, Gortletteragh, Leitrim

The death occurred, surrounded by her family in the care of the staff at Lough Erril Nursing Home, Mohill, on Friday, June 9, 2023 of Veronica Leslie (née Turbett), Drumhirk, Farnaught, Mohill, Co Leitrim. Beloved wife of John and dear mother of Denise O’Donoghue, sadly missed by her husband, daughter, son in law Barry, brother Michael, grandchildren Rían and Remi, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours, and friends. May Veronica Rest in Peace.
Reposing at her home on Sunday, June 11 from 4pm until 7pm. Removal leaving her home on Monday evening, June 12 to arrive at St Mary’s Church, Gortlettragh at 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday at 12 noon followed by burial in local Cemetery. House private outside of reposing times please.
Those attending Veronica’s funeral are asked to follow best practice in relation to Covid 19. Veronica’s family wish to thank you for your understanding at this enormously difficult time.

Bridie McKeon (née McAndrew), Aughamore, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim, N41 FW74

The death occurred, peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness, on Friday, June 9, 2023 of Bridie McKeon (née McAndrew), Antfield, Aughamore, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim, N41 FW74. Predeceased by her parents John & Maura and son John. Beloved wife of Micèal and loving mother to Karen (McGovern) and Michelle (Butler). Bridie will be sadly missed by her loving husband, daughters, sisters Maureen and Anne, brother Tom, sons-in-law Gearoid and Paul, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and many friends. May Bridie's Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Bridie's home N41 FW74 on Saturday, June 10 from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday, June 11 at 1pm in St Mary’s Church, Annaduff, Co Leitrim, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the North West Hospice Sligo. The family appreciates your sympathy, support and understanding at this sad time. 

Seán White, Glasson Village, Athlone, Westmeath, N37 FY06 / Cavan

The death occurred, at home surrounded by his wonderful family on Thursday, June 8, 2023 of Sean White, (Renault Dealer), Glasson Village, Athlone, Co Westmeath and formerly of Arva, Co Cavan.
Predeceased by his beloved daughter Aoife, parents Francis (Leitrim) and Margaret (Carlow) and his sisters Maura and Nuala. Sadly missed by his loving wife Mary (née Foley) , daughter Aideen, son-in-law Brian (Mooney), grandchildren Lily and Danny, sisters Rita (Vaughan) and Fidelma (de Faoite), in-laws, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and many friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his residence (Glasson Village, N37 FY06) on Saturday, June 10 from 4pm until 7pm and on Sunday, June 11 from 3pm until 7pm. Funeral Service on Monday, June 12 at 1pm in Grogan’s Garden (Glasson Village, N37 W6R0) followed by private cremation afterwards. Family home private outside these visiting hours please. No flowers please, donations, if desired, in lieu to the Irish Cancer Society
Due to this bereavement, Seán White’s Car Sales will be closed on Saturday, June 10 and Monday, June 12. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time. Due to increases in viruses and vulnerability of elderly people, the family asks that those attending the funeral be vigilant and hand sanitise where appropriate.

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