Deaths in Longford - Monday, February 12, 2024

Sean Tracey, Aughgreagh, Aughnacliffe, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, in the loving care of the staff at the Autumn Lodge St Joseph's Hospital, Longford on Sunday, February 11, 2024 of Sean Tracey, Aughgreagh, Aughnacliffe, Longford. Deeply regretted by his loving daughter Sharon/John Dowd, sons Brendan, Jason/Olivia, Nigal/Geraldine, and their mother Marion. Brothers Michael, Seamus, Charlie, Conor and Brian. Sister Rose Mc Dermott. Sisters in law, brother in law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives friends and neighbours. RIP. 
Reposing at Our Lady's Manor, Edgeworthstown on Monday evening, February 12 from 5pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, February 13 at 12 noon in Holy Trinity Church, Ballinalee. Followed by burial in St Emer's cemetery, Ballinalee. House private please. Family flowers only, Donations if desired to St Joseph's patients comfort fund, c/o Martin Farrell and Sons, Funeral directors, Ballinalee.

John (Johnny) Buckley, Dristernan, Drumshanbo, Leitrim / Ballinalee, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home, Longford on Monday, February 12, 2024 of John (Johnny) Buckley, Dristernan, Drumshanbo, Leitrim/ Ballinalee, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his parents William and Margaret and his brother William. John will be remembered with love by his family, stepdaughter and her husband Aishling and Michael Murphy (Ballinalee), brothers Patrick and Michael, sisters Mary, Nancy, Margaret and Chrissie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace John.
Reposing in Laurel Lodge Nursing Home, Chapel on Wednesday, February 14 from 11am concluding with prayers at 12 noon, following prayers, John will be laid to rest in St Emer's Cemetery, Ballinalee, Co Longford.

Breda Gearty, Cloonmore Whitehall, Tarmonbarry, Roscommon / Tarmonbarry, Longford

The death occurred peacefully after a long illness bravely borne in the excellent care of the staff in Roscommon Hospice on Monday, February 12, 2024 of Breda Gearty, Cloonmore Whitehall, Tarmonbarry Co Roscommon. Predeceased by her Mother Josie, her Father George. Breda will be sadly missed by her heartbroken partner Peter Kiernan Leitrim Newtownforbes, her aunt Mary, uncles John and Benny. Her cousins, relatives, neighbours and many good Friends RIP.

Reposing at Leavy’s Funeral Home Scramogue on Wednesday evening, February 14 from 5pm to 8pm.Funeral Mass on Thursday, February 15 in the Sacred Heart Church Whitehall at 12 Noon. Burial afterwards in Kilbarry Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Roscommon Mayo Hospice Palliative Care Services care of Tom Crosby Undertaker Tarmonbarry.

Colette Brennan (née Daly) Knocklyon, Dublin / Streete, Co Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 of Colette Brennan (née Daly) late of Knocklyon, Dublin and formerly of Streete, Co Westmeath. Beloved wife of Michael, loving mother of Paul, Peter, Mark and the late Francis and devoted grandmother to Emma, Sarah, Niamh, Theo and Laura, predeceased by her brother and sisters; she will be sadly missed by her loving husband, sons, daughters-in-law Nancy, Helen and Karen, grandchildren, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends. Rest In Peace.
Colette will be reposing on Sunday afternoon, February 11 from 3pm – 6pm at her family home. Funeral will take place on Monday morning, February 12 at 11am in St Colmcille’s Church, Knocklyon followed by burial in Templeogue Cemetery. To view Colette’s funeral service online please CLICK HERE (Monday, February 12, 11am).

James Lynn, Monaghanstown, Castletown Geoghegan, Westmeath / Ballynacargy, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully in the tender loving care of St Joseph's Care Centre, Sunset Lodge, Longford, following an illness bravely borne with great courage and dignity on Friday, February 9, 2024 of James Lynn, Monaghanstown, Castletown Geoghegan, Co Westmeath and formerly Empor, Ballynacargy. Predeceased by his parents William and Philomena Lynn. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken wife Margaret, brothers Liam, Gerard and Patrick, sisters Helena Dobson (Longford) and Cathriona Callaghan (Mullingar), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, father and mother-in-law James and Mary Ryan, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May James Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Nannery's Chapel of Rest, Riverview, Kilbeggan on Sunday, February 11 from 4pm until Rosary at 6pm. Arriving to the Church of the Assumption, Loughnavalley for Prayers at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, February 12 at 12 noon with burial afterwards in Milltown Rathconrath Cemetery. House strictly private. A special word of thanks to the staff in Sunset Lodge Care Centre, Longford for the excellent care of James.

Mary Pedley (née McKenna) Ballyfermot, Dublin / Lanesboro, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 of Mary Pedley (née McKenna), Ballyfermot, Dublin and formerly of Lanesboro, Co Longford. Predeceased by her beloved husband John and her son John. Mary will be very sadly missed by her loving family, daughters Elizabeth, Maria, Catherine and Eileen, sons Edward and James, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, her adored grandchildren Declan, Lisa, Alannah, Naoise, Blathnaid, Norah, Mai, Aaron Carrie, Eoin, Richard, Karl, Connor, Laura and Gavin, great grandchildren Heidi, Aaron, Shay, Cody, Kaelin, Badb, Ray and Charlie, brother-in-law, niece, extended family, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace.
Mary will be reposing in Stafford's Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 13 from 3pm to 5pm. Removal on Wednesday morning, February 14 to St Matthew’s Church, Ballyfermot arriving for 11.30 am Funeral Mass followed by a Cremation Service in Stafford's Funeral Home Ballyfermot at 1pm. Those who would have liked to attend the funeral, but cannot, please leave your condolences on rip.ie or send on your condolences by the traditional manner.

Bridget Brennan, Moynagh, Finea, Co Westmeath / Cavan

The death occurred peacefully in the exceptional care of the nursing staff at Sheelin Nursing Home, Mountnugent on Friday,
February 9, 2024 of Bridget Brennan, Moynagh, Finea, Co Westmeath / Cavan.
Predeceased by her parents, brothers John, Packie and Jimmy, sisters Annie and Mary. Sadly missed by her brother Tommy, sister Kathleen Fitzgerald, sister in law Sadie, brother in law Pat, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Reilly's Funeral Home, Kilcogy (N39W1D6) on Sunday evening, February 11 from 5.30pm to 6.30pm followed by removal to St Mary's Church, Carrick at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, February 12 at 12 noon. Internment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

William (Willie) Nugent, Slattabeg, Rooskey, Co Roscommon, N41 TR60

The death occurred peacefully in Mullingar General Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, February 8, 2024 of William (Willie) Nugent, Slattabeg, Rooskey, Roscommon, N41 TR60. Predeceased by his parents William and Katie. William will be greatly missed by his wife Joan, daughters Katie and Siobhan, his sister Mary (Bolton), his brother Michael and sisters-in-law Bridie (Birmingham), Sheila (UK), brother-in-law Jimmy Mullaney, nieces and nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at his residence in Slattabeg, Rooskey, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Roscommon (N41TR60) on Sunday afternoon, February 11 from 3pm to 6pm. Removal to St Anne's Church, Slatta arriving for 7pm. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, February 12 at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Kilglass new Cemetery.

Jennie Harte-Lavin, Ardgallagher, Kilmore, Roscommon, N41 P263 / Annaduff, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at Galway University Hospital, following an illness bravely borne on Sunday, February 11, 2024 of Jennie Harte-Lavin, Ardgallagher, Kilmore, Roscommon,  N41 P263/ Annaduff, Co Leitrim.Predeceased by her parents John and Betty. Jennie will be sadly missed by her loving husband Kieran, brother Cathal (Annaduff), sisters Lila (Sligo), Martha (Cork), Deirdre (Annaduff), Mary Waugh-Bacchus (Tuam), Tina Sheeran (Mountcharles, Co Donegal) and Aideen (Annaduff/Sligo), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunt Betty Foley, cousins, relatives, neighbours, and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. 
Jennie will repose at her home in Ardgallagher (N41 P263) on Tuesday, February 13 from 2pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, February 14 at 1pm in St. Brigid’s Church, Dangan. Burial immediately afterwards in Kilmore Cemetery. (A one-way traffic system will operate on Tuesday, February 13. Please approach from the Scrabbagh Cross Direction and exit via Half-Parish Church). Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis uasal. Donations in memory of Jennie, if desired to Mayo/Roscommon Hospice c/o Dermot Foley Funeral Director, donation box, or directly by clicking on the following link Donations
Jennie’s family appreciate your kindness and understanding at this difficult time.

Anthony (Tony) Kelly, Blue Haven House, Cloonslanor, Strokestown, Roscommon and formerly of Grove Park Avenue, Finglas, Dublin

The recent death has occurred  suddenly at his home, ‘Blue Haven House’ on Saturday, February 10, 2024 of Anthony (Tony) Kelly, Blue Haven House, Cloonslanor, Strokestown, Roscommon and formerly of Grove Park Avenue, Finglas, Dublin. Tony will be sadly missed by his heartbroken partner Angela (Angie) and also by his sister Mags, brother-in-law Dave, niece Sarah, nephew Colin, kind neighbours and many friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown, on Tuesday, February 13 from 5.30pm, followed by removal to Strokestown Parish Church at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, February 14 at 11am. Cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan, at 2.30pm. Those wishing to view Tony's Funeral Mass online may do so by clicking HERE. No flowers please.

Marie Flynn (née Scanlon) Lahard, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Friday, February 9, 2024 of Marie Flynn, (nee Scanlon), Lahard, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim and formerly Boyle Co. Roscommon. Predeceased by her parents Frances & Jack Scanlon, her brother Mick and her cousin Thomas Coggins. Marie will be sadly missed by her husband Pius, son Ian, daughters Dawn, Tina & Karen, twin brother John, son-in-law Evan, grandchildren Faya, Olly, Leah, Marc, Shane & Katelyn, her beloved cousin Mary Cox, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore (N41TD62) on Monday evening, February 12 from 6pm until 8pm. Removal from her home in Lahard on Tuesday afternoon, February 13 arriving to St Patrick’s Church Ballinamore for Funeral Mass at 1.30pm followed by cremation at the Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Rd. Cavan at 3.45pm. Funeral Mass can be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore
House private please. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Palliative Care Team, North West Hospice c/o Smith’s Funeral Directors.

Edward (Eddie) Fleming, Bellaleenan, Bawnboy, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Sunday, February 11, 2024 of Edward (Eddie) Fleming, Bellaleenan, Bawnboy, Cavan. Predeceased by his wife Madge on December 28 last, his brother Sean and sister Annette. He will be sadly missed by his daughters and sons Colette (Michael), Francis (Catherine), Paul (Noreen), Marie & Eamonn (Oonagh),​ brothers, Brian, PJ and Gerr​y, his beloved grandchildren Ciara, Shane, Niamh, Declan, Kelly, Michelle, Emily, Tara, Muireann & Tristan, great-grandchildren Emma, Caoimhe & Cillian, ​sisters-in-law Rita, Judy & Bridie, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours & friends.​ Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim N41 TD62 this Tuesday evening, February 13 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal from his home in Bellaleenan on Wednesday, February 14 to arrive at St Mogue’s Church, Bawnboy, Co Cavan for Funeral Mass at 1 pm. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Eddie's family would like to acknowledge and thank the wonderful doctors, nurses and all staff in Medical 1, Cavan General Hospital and the wonderful, supportive and caring staff in both Oakview Nursing Home, Belturbet and Breffni Care Centre, Ballyconnell. House private to family and close friends please. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to Templeport Social Service​s C/O Smiths Funeral Directors, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim.
Funeral Mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/bawnboy 

Elizabeth Hensey (née Hanly) Weekfield, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully, in the devoted care of the staff at Sacred Heart Hospital, Roscommon, surrounded by her family on Saturday, February 10, 2024 of Elizabeth Hensey (née Hanly) Weekfield, Roscommon and formerly of Lisnaria, Roscommon.  Beloved wife of the late Sean, daughter of the late Paddy and Bridie and sister of the late Kathleen. She will be forever missed by her loving daughter Carmel, grandsons Dominic and Luke, sisters Bridie, Marion and Carmel, brothers Sean and Padraic, aunt Lucy, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Elizabeth rest in peace.Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Monday evening, February 12 from 5.30pm until 7pm followed by removal to the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague. Mass of the Resurrection on Tuesday, February 13 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Cloontuskert Cemetery. Family Flowers only. Donations if desired to the Comfort Fund, Sacred Heart Hospital, Roscommon. The Hensey and Hanly family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to all those who looked after Elizabeth during her illness and also to everyone for their kindness and support at this time. House private please.

Gerald Eugene Earley, UK and formerly of Aghaginney, Drumshanbo, Leitrim

The death occurred at his home on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 of Gerald Eugene Earley, 31 St Martin's Avenue, Luton, Bedfordshire, UK, and formerly of Aghaginney, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by his parents, Jimmy and Betty Earley, his siblings, Seamus, Pauline, John and Christina. Sadly missed by his wife Ann Earley, and his children, Monica, Jacqueline, Lesley, Anthony, Amanda and Angela Earley.
May He Rest In Peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later

Bernadette Edwards (née Mimnagh) Loughton, Essex and Ballinalee, Co Longford

The family of the late Bernadette Edwards (nee Mimnagh) of Loughton, Essex who passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024 in London, would like to thank most sincerely all those that sympathised with them on this sudden loss.
Predeceased by her Mother and Father, John and Josie Mimnagh, Ballinalee, Longford, she leaves behind loving husband Andrew and their sons, Matthew and David. Sadly remembered by her brothers Sean, wife Geralyn and Tony, and nephews and nieces, Katie, Sean, Aileen, Niamh and Jane. 
Funeral will take place on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Parndon Wood Crematorium, Harlow, Essex at 2.30pm.

Berna Casey, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, and late of, Kenagh, Co Longford

The death occurred suddenly, at her residence in Burnham on Crouch, Essex on Sunday, January 28, 2024 of Berna Casey, Burnham on Crouch, Essex and late of Kenagh, Co Longford. Predeceased by her beloved partner, Pat, her loving parents Frank and Lil, her sister Teresa and infant brother Edward.
Sadly missed by her loving family, brothers - Jimmy and Francis, sisters - Marie (Carroll), Eilish (Casey- Boyce), Martina (Williams) and Jackie (Leonard), sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, colleagues and a wide circle of friends. May She Rest In Peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later.

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