Deaths in Longford - Friday, December 29, 2023

Patricia (Patsy) Duffy (née Nolan) 3 Patrick's Terrace, Edgeworthstown, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the company of her family and in the excellent care of the staff at Laurel Lodge, Nursing Home, Longford on Friday, December 29, 2023 of Patricia (Patsy) Duffy (nee Nolan) 3 St Patrick's Terrace, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford and formerly Lacken, Edgeworthstown.
Sadly missed by her loving husband Philip, son Philip and daughter Brigid. Grandchildren PJ, Esme and Nathan, brother Michael and his wife Nellie, aunt Josephine, daughter-in-law Tara, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Laurel Lodge Nursing Home, Longford on Saturday, December 30 from 5pm until 8pm and reposing at her home on Sunday, December 31 from 12 noon until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, January 1, 2024 at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Edgeworthstown. Burial afterwards in Aughafin Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the following link https://www.churchtv.ie/edgeworthstown/

Josephine Heneghan, Aghadegnan, Longford / Maynooth, Kildare

The death occurred, peacefully, on Thursday, December 28, 2023 of Josephine Heneghan, Aghadegnan, Longford and formerly of Smithstown, Maynooth, Co Kildare. Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Nora, brothers John, Thomas and James, sisters Margaret and Monica, sadly missed by her loving brother Paddy and sisters Mary, Anne, Nora and Catherine, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, dear friend Kevin, close neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
She will be fondly remembered by her adored godchildren Gary, Louise and Clíona, nieces and nephews, extended family and former colleagues from Bank of Ireland - Mullingar and Longford. May She Rest In Peace.
Reposing at her residence in Longford (N39 Y9R3) on Monday, January 1 from 2pm to 6pm and at Oliver Reilly’s Funeral Home, Prosperous, Co. Kildare (W91T62P) on Tuesday, January 2 from 4pm to 8pm with evening prayers at 7pm. Removal on Wednesday, January 3 at approximately 10:30am to arrive at St Benignus Church, Staplestown for 11am Funeral Mass, followed by burial in Mainham Cemetery, Clane, Co. Kildare. For all enquiries, please contact Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors on (045) 868230.

Mervyn McLoughlin, Glack and Dublin Road, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred, suddenly but peacefully, at home, on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 of Mervyn McLoughlin, Glack and Dublin Road, Longford Town, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Evelyn, sister Frances and recently by his brother Martin. Mervyn will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, sister Connie, brother Fergus and his partner Theresa, niece Ruth, nephews Shane, Ian and Jason, sister-in-law Breda, brother-in-law Jimmy and a wide circle of good friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 2 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Wednesday, January 3 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com

Evelyn Devlin (née Farragher), Artane, Dublin / Headford, Galway / Longford

The death occurred, peacefully in the loving care of her family, on Thursday, December 28, 2023 of Evelyn Devlin (née Farragher), Artane, Dublin 5 and formerly of Mausrevagh, Headford, Co Galway. Evelyn will be very sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, husband Owen, daughters Helene and Michele, sons Michael, John and Patrick, daughters-in-law Martina, Deirdre and Deborah, son-in-law Akhter, grandchildren Matthew, Eoin, Ruth, Mairead, Kim, Ciara, Brian, Ben, Daniel, Sami and Adam, her dearly loved sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, cousins, devoted carers and lifelong friends and neighbours. May she rest in peace.
Removal from her home on Tuesday, January 2 to arrive at St John Vianney Church, Ardlea Road, Artane, for Mass of the Resurrection at 10am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery in Longford. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to https://www.churchservices.tv/ardlea
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to St Francis’ Hospice Raheny – www.sfh.ie or c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private to family and close friends, please.

Noel McKiernan, Derryharrow, Longford Town, Longford / Belfast, Antrim

The death occurred, peacefully surrounded by his family in the loving care of the nurses and staff of the Beacon Hospital, on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 of Noel McKiernan, Derryharrow, Longford and formerly of Clonelly Avenue, Belfast. Predeceased by his beloved wife Colette.
Noel will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughters Nicola, Leanne and Caroline, sons Peter, Neil and Andrew, daughters-in-law Darin, Louise and Kityee, sons-in-law Anthony, Peter and Pauric, brothers John and Paul, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, grandchildren Ben, Lila, Fynn, Jack, Xavier, Ethan, Patrick, Cadán, Adam, Ryan, Isla, Alex and Lucas, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Monday, January 1 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of The Resurrection in St Mel's Cathedral on Tuesday, January 2 at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Irish Cancer society – www.cancer.ie

Mary Ann Rooney (née Cunningham) Barne, Edgeworthstown, Longford / Aughavas, Leitrim

The death occurred on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 of Mary Ann Rooney, Barne, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford and formerly Doogra, Aughavas, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by her husband William and brothers John and Bernie. Deeply regretted by her sister Maggie Cunningham and brother-in-law Frank Rooney, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, friends and neighbours. Reposing at Our Lady's Manor, Edgeworthstown on Thursday, December 28 from 5pm until 7pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, December 29 at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Edgeworthstown. Burial afterwards in Aughafin Cemetery.
Family flowers only. House private please. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the following https://www.churchtv.ie/edgeworthstown/

Margaret Hunt (née McDonagh), 85 McKeon Park, Longford Town, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully in her home, in the wonderful care of her family, on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 of Margaret Hunt (née McDonagh), 85 McKeon Park, Longford Town, Longford. Predeceased by her husband John, grandchildren Maggie, (John, Nicola and Brid who died in infancy).
Margaret will be sadly missed by her loving family, sons George, Martin and Brian, daughters Margaret and Maureen, son-in-law Martin, daughters-in-law Rosaleen and Margaret, her adored grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, neighbours and her dear friends. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace Margaret.
Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford, on Friday, December 29 from 4pm to 5.30pm, arriving to St Mel's Cathedral, for prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass at 1pm on Saturday, December 30. Following Mass Margaret will be laid to rest in the family plot in Ballymacormack Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live: Click Here

Teresa Keating (née Hussey), Templemichael Terrace, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on Monday, December 25, 2023 of Teresa Keating (née Hussey), Templemichael Terrace, Longford Town, Longford. Pre-deceased by her parents John and Margaret, sisters, brothers and by her grandson Odhrán.
Teresa will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, daughters Marie and Maggie, son Richard, grandchildren Rebecca and Lauren, great-grandchildren Emma and Michael, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81), on Friday, December 29 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of The Resurrection on Saturday, December 30 at 11am in St Mel’s Cathedral, Longford, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery.
Family flowers on please, donations, if desired, to Longford Hospice c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com.

James (Jack) Duke, Grian Ard, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred on Thursday, December 21, 2023 of James (Jack) Duke, Grian Ard, Ardnacassa, Longford. Predeceased by his parents. James will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughters Rosie, Kathlena and Gloria, sons Leo and Kevin, partner Marie, sister Pauline, brother Bernard, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Thursday, December 28 from 4.30pm until 5.30pm followed by removal to St Mel’s Cathedral arriving for prayers at 6pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, December 29 at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Mass will be streamed live please view here

Tyler Jordan Haynes, Ballinagh, Cavan

The death occurred, suddenly at his home, on Sunday, December 24, 2023 of Tyler Jordan Haynes, Ballinagh, Cavan. Beloved eldest son of Marcel and Michelle (nee Rudden) and loving big brother to Codey and Jaxon. Tyler will be deeply missed and forever loved by his heartbroken parents and brothers, his grandparents Nanny Rudden and Grandad Haynes, his aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends, including his school mates in Breifne College and team mates from Ballinagh, St Thomas and Cavan GAA. May his gentle soul rest in peace and eternal happiness. May his gentle soul rest in peace and eternal happiness.
Funeral on Saturday, December 30 at 11am. Leaving Corglass at 10:30am Via Dublin Rd, Ballinagh. Arriving at Finnegan’s Funeral Home (Via Tractamotors) at 11am. Service for Immediate family and friends. House strictly private to immediate family only please. The family appreciates your sympathy and words of support at this very difficult time.

Marie Casey (née Kearney), Winetown, Rathowen, Westmeath

The death occurred, peacefully, in the loving care of the staff at Mullingar Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, December 28, 2023 of Marie Casey (née Kearney), Winetown, Rathowen, Westmeath. Predeceased by her parents Annie and Patrick, brother Terry, her nephews Willie and Paddy. Sadly missed by her loving sister Anne, nieces Jo, Kate, Annie and Lizzie, her adored grand-nieces, Kirsty, and Hannah, nephews-in-law Paul and Eddie, also Cari, Owen, Liamjohn, Harley, Connor, Polly, Jack, Billy and Josh and wider family circle, close friends and neighbours. "Always in our hearts and forever in our thoughts" Rest in Peace Bunty.
Reposing at the home of her loving niece Annemarie on Friday, December 29 from 7pm for family and close friends only, please. Funeral Mass on Sunday, December 31 at 11am in St Mary's Church, Rathowen. Marie will be laid to rest in Rathaspic Cemetery. No flowers, please.

Geraldine Donohoe (née Brady), Lakeview, Cloone, Leitrim / Carrigallen, Leitrim / Ballyconnell, Cavan

The death occurred, suddenly, on Sunday, December 24, 2023 of Geraldine Donohoe (née Brady), Lakeview, Cloone, Co Leitrim and formerly of Carrigallen, Co Leitrim and Ballyconnell, Co Cavan. May Geraldine Rest in Peace.
Predeceased by her husband; Pat, her brothers; Aiden and John Joe. Survived by her children; Siobhán, Jennifer, Declan, Fintan, Raymond, Andrea, Daniel, Jonathan, Lorraine and her grandchildren. Fondly remembered by her family, her brothers; Peter, Damien and Ciarán, her sisters; Philomena Quigley, Patricia McManus and Paula Brady-Donnelly, her nieces and nephews, good friends and neighbours. May Geraldine Rest in Peace.
Geraldine will lie in repose at Smiths Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim (Eircode N41 TD62) on Friday, 29th December 29 from 7pm – 9pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, December 30 in The Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, Ballyconnell, Co Cavan at 12 noon followed by cremation to Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan (Eircode H12 RF78) at 3pm.
No flowers by request please, donations in lieu to The Mater Foundation or Monastery of St. Mary of the Angels of Perpetual Adoration (Poor Clares), Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim c/o McKeon’s Funeral Directors, Cloone or any family member. Geraldine’s funeral mass will be live streamed on https://www.churchtv.ie/ballyconnell/ The family appreciate your support and understanding at this sad and difficult time.

Marie Flanagan (née Doherty), Carnvalley, Strokestown, Roscommon / Ballina, Mayo

The death occurred, peacefully at University Hospital, Galway, after an illness bravely borne on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 of Marie Flanagan (née Doherty), Carnvalley, Strokestown, Roscommon and formerly of Behybeg, Ballina, Co. Mayo. Beloved wife of Bertie and much loved mother of Gary, Damian, Bernard, Ann Marie & Keith. Marie will be sadly missed by her loving husband and family, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchild, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at her home in Carnvalley, Strokestown, on Friday, December 29 from 4pm until 8pm. Removal to Strokestown Parish Church, on Saturday, December 30 to arrive for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in the local cemetery. Those wishing to view Marie's Funeral Mass online may do so by clicking HERE. No flowers by request please. Donations, in lieu of, can be made to Mayo-Roscommon Hospice by clicking HERE.

John Heduvan, Tristernagh, Ballynacargy, Westmeath

The death occurred, peacefully, after a short illness, in the tender care of the nursing and medical staff of the Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar, on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 of John Heduvan, Tristernagh, Ballynacargy, Co Westmeath. Predeceased by his father John, mother Bridget, sister Mary (Crinnegan), sister Agnes (Fagan) and brothers Pat and Kevin. Sadly missed by his brothers Joe, Kit and Vincent, sisters-in-law Breda and Marjorie, his nieces Joanna, Emer, Carmel, Dervela, Mary, nephews Andrew, Jarlath, Felim, Damian, Declan, Gerard, John and Edward, grandnieces, grandnephews, great grand nephew, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
May John's Gentle Soul Rest In Peace. Reposing at the Mullingar Hospital Mortuary, Castlepollard Road, Mullingar, on Thursday, December 28 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal to The Nativity Church, Ballynacargy, for 11am Mass on Friday, December 29 with burial afterwards in Sonna Cemetery. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to a charity of your choice. The family appreciates your kind co-operation at this sad time.

Michael McCormack, Canal Court, Mullingar, Westmeath

The death occurred on Sunday, December 24, 2023 of Michael McCormack, Canal Court, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. Predeceased by his parents Peter and Maura, and his brothers David, Desmond and Peter. Sadly missed by his brothers Eamonn and Brendan, sisters Collette (Granard), Jackie (Castlepollard), Philomena (Granard) and Edel (Mullingar), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncle Chris, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May Michael Rest In Peace.
Reposing at the Mullingar Hospital Mortuary, Castlepollard Road, Mullingar on Friday, December 29 from 4.30pm to 6.30pm, followed by removal to the Church of the Assumption, Loughnavalley, arriving at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday, December 30 at 12 noon, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Michael's Funeral Mass will be broadcast live at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/@loughnavalleycastletowndys5115. The family appreciates your kind co-operation at this sad time.

James Leddy Dingins, Corlismore, Cavan
The death occurred peacefully at his residence on Thursday, December 28, 2023 of James Leddy, Dingins, Corlismore, Cavan. Predeceased by his brothers Mick and recently, Vincent. Deeply regretted by his three sisters Nuala, Julia and Helen, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, brothers-in-law, extended family and many good friends and neighbours.
James will repose at Lakelands Funeral Home (H12 RF78) on Saturday, December 30 from 5.15pm to 6.15pm with removal to the Church of the Holy Family, Loch Gowna (H12 FT54) to arrive for 7pm. James’ funeral mass will take place on Sunday, December 31 at 1pm with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Those who wish to view the mass online can do so at: https://www.facebook.com/parishofgownaandmullinalaghta
House strictly private at all times please. May he rest in Peace.

Keillian Lynch, Ballinwing, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim

The death occurred on Monday, December 25, 2023 of Keillian Lynch, Ballinwing, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Predeceased by his wife Margaret, sisters Bernadette and Loretta. Sadly missed by his loving family, son Virgil, daughters Michelle, Olivia, and Christine, daughter-in-law Mary T, sons-in-law Brian, William and Joseph, Grandchildren Leah, James, Ben, Liam, Ryan and Jack, brothers Jim and Des, sisters Stella and Deirdre, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Keillian will repose on Friday evening, December 29 from 5pm until 7pm at The Heritage Centre, Chapel of Rest, Church Lane, Carrick-on-Shannon (N41 KP62). Removal to St Joseph’s Church Leitrim Village on Saturday morning, December 30 arriving for Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon followed by burial in Kiltoghert Cemetery. Family Flowers only please. House strictly private please at all times. 

Margaret (Madge) Fleming (née Grace) Bellaleenan, Bawnboy, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Thursday, December 28, 2023 of Margaret (Madge) Fleming (nee Grace) Bellaleenan, Bawnboy, Cavan. Madge will be dearly missed by her husband Eddie, her daughters and sons Colette (Michael), Francis (Catherine), Paul (Noreen), Marie & Eamonn (Oonagh), her sister Kathleen (Hackney, London), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, beloved grandchildren Ciara, Shane, Niamh, Declan, Kelly, Michelle, Emily, Tara, Muireann & Tristan, great-grandchildren Emma, Caoimhe & Cillian, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours & friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High St. Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim N41 TD62 on Friday, December 29 from 4pm until 6pm. Removal from her home on Saturday morning, December 30 to arrive at St. Mogue's Church, Bawnboy, Co. Cavan for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Madge's family would like to acknowledge the kind support and care of the nurses and staff at the Breffni Care Nursing Home, Ballyconnell over the past 18 months. House private to family and close friends please. Funeral Mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/Bawnboy

Tony Kavanagh, 6 Drumincala, Dromod Harbour, Dromod, Leitrim / Castleknock, Dublin

The death occurred, suddenly, at his home, on Sunday, December 24, 2023 of Tony Kavanagh 6 Druimncala, Dromod Harbour, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim and formerly 18 Talbot Downs, Castleknock, Dublin. Loving husband of Mary (May) and dear father to Graham, (U.K.) and Julie (Clonsilla) sadly missed by his loving wife, son daughter, son in law David, daughter in law Rosemary, brothers Fran and Cathal, sister Philomena, brothers in law Bill and Manfred, Sisters in law Catherine and Paula, grandchildren Megan, Sean, Calum, Charlimai, nieces, nephew, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May Tony Rest in Peace.
Tony will repose at his home on Thursday evening, December 28 from 5pm until 7pm. (please follow Road signs) Tony’s funeral cortege will leave his home Friday morning, December 29 at 10.30am to arrive for Funeral Mass in St Joseph's Church, Cloonturk, at 11am. Private cremation to follow. Family flowers only donations if desired to Laura Lynn https://www.lauralynn.ie/donate or c/o McGowan Funeral Directors (Donation box in Church)
Tony’s family wish to thank you for your understanding at this enormously difficult time.

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