Deaths in Longford - Saturday, August 26, 2023

Marian Gray, Tashinny, Colehill, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the care of St Christopher's, Ballymahon, comforted by her sister Carmel, her carers and nephew Niall on Friday, August 25, 2023 of Marian Gray, Tashinny, Colehill, Longford.
Sadly missed by Carmel, her niece Caroline, nephews Niall and Charlie, brother-in-law Charlie, family and friends. Rest in peace.
Funeral Mass this Tuesday, August 29 at 1pm in The Church of the Sacred Heart, Carrickedmond, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Betty (Mary Elizabeth) Kelly (née Killian), Newtown Lawns, Mullingar, Westmeath / Tulsk, Roscommon / Killashee, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully, at the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar on Friday August 25, 2023 of Betty (Mary Elizabeth) Kelly (née Killian), Newtown Lawns, Mullingar, Co Westmeath formerly of Tulsk, Co Roscommon and Killashee, Co Longford. Predeceased by her husband James, infant children Cormac, Marie and Therese, her sister Rose, brothers Tommy, PJ, Eamon and Jerry, and her close sisters-in-law Carmel and Marie Kelly.
Betty will be very sadly missed by her daughter Joanne, son George, son-in-law Adrian Brennan, her sisters; Una (Coughlan) and Margaret (Casey), her brother Jack, her sisters-in-law May, Rita, Josephine, Victoria (Killian), Carmel (Kelly), nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. May her kind and gentle soul rest in peace.
Vigil Prayers will be held at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Mullingar at 6pm on Sunday, August 27 and can be viewed online by clicking HERE.
Mass of the Resurrection at the Church of Saints Eithne and Fidelma, Tulsk at 12 noon on Monday, August 28 followed by interment in Tulsk Cemetery. House private please. Family Flowers only.

Mary Jane Nixon (née Cunningham), Kells, Meath / Cloone, Leitrim

The death occurred, in her 90th year, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Thursday August 24, 2023 of Mary Jane Nixon (née Cunningham), Kells and formerly of Killeveha, Cloone, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by her husband Tom, her sister Eileen and her brothers Eddie and John Tom. Deeply regretted by her son James, Brisbane, Australia, her daughter, Patricia, Isle of Wight, daughter-in-law Robyn and son-in-law Billy, her brother James, Toronto, Canada, her sisters Patricia (Keegan), Kells and Roseanne, Longford, her sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces in Ireland and the US, and her very many friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace.
Reposing in McEntee's Funeral Home, Kells (A82 K0D7) on Wednesday, August 30 from 5pm to 8pm. Removal on Thursday morning August 31 at 10.30am to arrive at St Colmcille's Church, Kells, for funeral mass at 11am which will be streamed HERE. Cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis. 

Bernie McDonnell (née Ward) The Meadows, Drumlish, Co Longford

The death occurred in the loving care of the staff of Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday August 24, 2023 of Bernie McDonnell (nee Ward), Drumlish, Co Longford. Predeceased by her parents Paddy and Kathleen “Cissie” (Cattan Cross), brother John (Cattan Cross) and beloved partner Jim Dolan (Longford). She will be sadly missed by her loving daughters Amanda Murphy (Waterford) and Lisa Quinn (Ballinamuck), sons-in-law Dan and Darren, granddaughters Amy and Lucca, sisters Geraldine McGuinness (Bornacoola), Josephine McManus (Moyne) and Angela McIntyre (Cattan Cross), brothers Pauric (Manchester) and Enda (London), brothers-in-law Vincent, Brendan and Peter, sisters-in-law Jennie and Martina, nieces, nephews, cousins, close friends and neighbours. May She Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford, N39 K381, this Friday, August 25 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Removal from her home on Saturday, August 26 arriving to Saint Mary’s Church, Drumlish, Co. Longford for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Ballinamuck New Cemetery. The mass can be viewed live by clicking on the link HERE. 
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Longford Hospice, c/o Dillon & Shepherd Funeral Directors or any family member. The family very much appreciates your support and consideration, at this time. House private at all times please.

Sean McNally, Lisnanagh, Edgeworthstown, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully in the presence of his family and in the care of the staff of The Mater Hospital, on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 of Sean McNally, Lisnanagh, Edgeworthstown, Longford. Sadly missed by his loving family, wife Miriam (nee Hopkins), sons Pearse and Ciarán , brothers Tom, Andy, Peter and Francis, sisters Rose, Julia,Violet and Jeanne, mother-in-law Julia Hopkins (Ferefad), brothers -in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Our Lady's Manor, Edgeworthstown on Friday, August 25 from 4pm with prayers at 7pm.  Funeral Mass on Saturday, August 26 at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Edgeworthstown. Burial afterwards in Aughafin Cemetery. 
Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the following link http://www.churchtv.ie/edgeworthstown/
Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to https://donate.cancer.ie/

Eilish Mulligan (née McKiernan), Cahanagh, Longford / Leitrim

The death occurred, peacefully, in the wonderful care of the staff of Tullamore Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 of Eilish Mulligan (née McKiernan), Cahanagh, Longford, formerly of Fenagh, Co Leitrim. Retired school teacher (Stonepark National School). Predeceased by her parents Lily and Jim-Joe.
Eilish will be sadly missed by her beloved husband and life long friend Joey, her sister Noreen Burns and brothers Sean and Seamus, brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours and her many dear friends. A gentle nature, a heart of gold, these are the memories we will hold. Rest in Peace Eilish.
Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford, N39 KN66, on Friday, August 25 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Funeral cortege will arrive to St Mary's Church, Newtownforbes, on Saturday 26, for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Fenagh Abbey Cemetery, Co Leitrim.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired, to the Dialysis Unit, Tullamore Regional Hospital, c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. Family home private at all times please.

Mary Beirne, Pembroke Road, Donnybrook, Dublin / Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred, In the wonderful care of the staff at the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar, on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 of Mary Beirne, Pembroke Road, Donnybrook, Dublin / Strokestown, Roscommon. A cherished sister, aunt and friend, Mary's grace and warmth touched the lives of all who knew her. Predeceased by her devoted parents Michael and Margaret, and her brother Joey. Mary is survived by her heartbroken sisters Emily and Jude, her brother Tom and his wife Mary, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, sisters-in-law, cousins and friends. 
 Mary's legacy of love, laughter and wisdom will be carried on through the many memories and the hearts she touched. Her independent spirit and kind heart will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.
Reposing at the home of her sister Emily (Lyons) at Lamagh, Newtownforbes, Co Longford, from 4:30pm to 7pm on Friday, August 25. Removal on Saturday morning, August 26 to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strokestown, to arrive for Funeral Mass at 10:30am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. House private please at all other times.
Mary's Funeral Mass May be viewed online by clicking HERE.

Sheila Fannon, Cloontymullen, Kilteevan, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully, in compassionate care of the staff at Innis Ree Lodge, Ballyleague on Thursday, August 24, 2023 of Sheila Fannon, Cloontymullen, Kilteevan, Co Roscommon.  Much loved daughter of the late Bridie and Pat and sister-in-law of the late Mary. She will be sadly missed by her sisters Anne (Allen), Theresa (Gorman) and Patricia (Kenny), brother Francis, aunt Anna, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family, her friends and staff in the Brothers of Charity Community, neighbours and friends. May Sheila rest in peace.
Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Friday evening, August 25 from 6pm until 7.30pm. Removal from her home on Saturday, August 26 at 12 noon arriving at St Joseph’s Church, Kilteevan for Mass of the Resurrection at 12.30pm. Burial afterwards in Kilteevan Cemetery. Family flowers only please.

Bridget Teresa McKeon (née Daly), Aughnacliffe, Co Longford

The death occurred on Thursday, August 3, 2023 of Bridget Teresa McKeon (née Daly), Chadwell Heath, Essex, late of Forest Gate, London and Manchester and formerly of Aughnacliffe, Co Longford.
Beloved wife of Francis (Frank). Devoted mother to Francis, Anthony and Paul. She will be sadly missed by her husband, sons, sister Philomena (Fox), sister-in-law Rose Reilly, her cherished grandchildren Keeleigh, Daniel and Holly, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, extended family and her many friends in London, Manchester and Co Longford. May she rest in peace.
Removal from Smith's Funeral Home, Granard (N39AX97) on Thursday evening, September 7 to St Colmcille’s Church, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford (N39K603) arriving at 7.30pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, September 8 at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining Cemetery.

Gerry Dolan, Callanagh, Kilcogy, Cavan

The death occurred, suddenly and unexpectedly after a short illness in London, on Thursday, August 17, 2023 of Gerry Dolan, Callanagh, London and Callanagh, Kilcogy. Predeceased by his parents Joe and Bonnie, his brother Martin and his nephew Marty. Sadly missed by his heartbroken brothers Seamus (Josie), Declan, John (Cathy), sisters Ann (Martin), Brid, Margaret (John), his devoted nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins and special mention to his London colleagues and many friends at home and abroad. His giant presence will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at A. Frank Funeral Home, Holborn office, 45 Lambs Conduit Street, WC1N 3NH, on Thursday August 31 from 2-7pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, September 1 in St Aloysius Church, Phoenix Road, London NWI ITA  followed by cremation in Golders Green Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired, to Palliative care Cavan c/o any family member.
A memorial Mass will be held in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Mullahoran at a later date.

Philip Bernard (Ben) Donoghue, Radlett, Hertfordshire and formerly of Garadice, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully at home in the loving care of his family on Thursday, August 3, 2023 of  Philip Bernard Donoghue (Ben), Radlett, Hertfordshire and formerly of Garadice, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his mother Bridget and father Peter and brother Joseph. Forever missed by his beloved wife Elizabeth, their children, Peter, Eithne, Joseph, Sharon, Claire and Tina, daughters-in-law Fiona and Monika, sons-in-law John, David, Gary and Philip, his treasured grandchildren, John, Sarah, Niall, Erin, Connor, Ruairi, Josie, Ben, Ollie, Matthew, Christina, Lily and Alex and great-grandson Alfie, sister Sr Eithne, his extended family, and countless friends.
Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at 10am at Our Lady, St Mary of Walsingham, Haseldine Road, London Colney, AL2 1RR followed by burial at Allum Lane Cemetery, Allum Lane, Elstree, WD6 3NL. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Ben to Rennie Grove Peace Hospice https://philipdonoghue.muchloved.com/ May he Rest in Peace.

Mary Anne (Marie) Reynolds (née Lynch) Castlepollard, Co Westmeath

The deathoccurred on Tuesday August 1, 2023 of Mary Anne (Marie) Reynolds (nee Lynch), Streatham, London and Warlingham, Surrey and  late of Castlepollard, Co Westmeath. Wife of the late JP (Seamus) Reynolds (RIP March 28, 2020), late of Belturbet. Deeply missed by daughters Mary and Siobhan, brother Sean, grandchildren Conor, Ronan, Niamh, Sophie and Juliette, extended family and friends.
Requiem Mass at 11.30am in St Ambrose Catholic Church, Warlingham on Tuesday,  August 29, 2023. Burial to follow at All Saints Churchyard, Warlingham. May she Rest in Peace.

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