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Deaths in Longford - Thursday, February 29, 2024
Thomas Kelly, Cloonadra, Ballyleague, Roscommon / Dysart, Roscommon / Lanesboro, Longford
The death occurred peacefully, in the devoted care of the staff at Mullingar Regional Hospital on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 of Thomas Kelly, Cloonadra, Ballyleague, Co Roscommon and formerly of Carraroe, Lanesboro, Co Longford and Dysart, Co Roscommon. He will be very sadly missed by his sons Niall and Alan, daughter Marina, sister Catherine Gallagher (Curraghboy) and Mary Hadler (U.K.), brothers Richard (Ballyforan), Dan (U.K.) and Jimmy (Isle of Man), daughters-in-law Kim, Kate and Anne, grandchildren Ciara, Michael, Samantha, Fiona, Aidan, Scarlett, Maeve and Saoirse, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many wonderful friends, especially Mary and Caroline. Thomas is predeceased by his beloved son Kenneth, parents Thomas and Anne, sisters Margaret, Bridie, Alice and Nancy, brothers William, Michael, Ted, Peter, Josie and Paddy May Thomas rest in peace.
Reposing at Smyth's Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Friday evening, March 1 from 5pm until 7pm followed by removal to St Patrick’s Church, Dysart (H53 DK12). Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, March 2 at 11.30am with burial afterwards in Dysart Cemetery. Family flowers only please to the Roscommon Hospice - DONATE HERE.
Please note, the funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Saturday, March 2 at 11.30am by CLICKING HERE The Kelly family truly appreciates your kindness at this time.
Theresa McDermott Quinn, Cloncaulfield, Moydow, Longford
The death occurred at home peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 of Theresa McDermott Quinn, Cloncaulfield, Moydow, Longford. Predeceased by her father Joe, her mother Rita and her brother Sean. Theresa will be deeply missed by her heartbroken family; husband Ronan, son Shane, sister Elizabeth Yorke, brothers Dermot, Richard and Joseph, mother-in-law Teresa Quinn, sisters in law, brothers in law, Shane's partner Cara, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, god-daughters, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing in Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road, Longford, on Thursday evening, February 29 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, March 1 at 12noon in St Brigid's Church, Ardagh, interment afterwards in Moydow Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Irish Cancer Society c/o Glennon's Funeral Directors or any family member. House private except for close family and friends.
Bridget Tierney (née Reilly), Drumgore, Loughduff, Cavan
The death occurred, peacefully, in the tender care of her very devoted family, in her 109th year, on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 of Bridget Tierney (née Reilly), Drumgore, Loughduff, Cavan. Predeceased by her husband Patrick, son Vincent, daughter Patricia and brother-in-law Joe, her brothers James and Sonny and her sister Elizabeth. Sadly missed by her adoring family; her daughters Mary, Margaret, Pauline, Betty and Kitty, her sons John and Tom, sons-in-law; John Joe, Peter, John Joe and Colm, daughters-in-law; Maureen and Eileen. Cherished by her 30 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren, her sister Kathleen, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, her close neighbours and friends.R.I.P.
Bridget will repose at her home in Drumgore on Thursday, February 29 from 5pm-10pm and on Friday, March 1 from 1pm-4.30pm, all welcome during these hours. Removal to St Joseph's Church, Loughduff (H12F968), on Friday evening to arrive for 8pm. Bridget's funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 2 at 12pm with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. (A shuttle bus service will be in operation from Loughduff Church carpark on both evenings).
Patrick (Pat) McGirl, Washington Township, New Jersey, USA and Camber, Aughavas, Leitrim
The death occurred, peacefully in the loving care of his family, on Monday, February 26, 2024 of Patrick (Pat) McGirl, Washington Township, New Jersey, USA and Camber, Aughavas, Leitrim. Beloved husband of Margaret and pre-deceased by his brothers Charlie and Leo. Pat will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, family and friends. His sense of fun, his quick wit and strongly held passions will be lovingly remembered by all of his family, and by his wide circle of friends & neighbours. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal. May Pat Rest In Peace.
The Funeral will begin on Monday, March 4, at 8:45am from the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack, New Jersey, USA. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Holy Trinity R.C. Church, 34 Maple Ave. Hackensack, at 10am. Entombment will follow at St Joseph Cemetery, Hackensack. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 3, from 4 – 8pm for visitation at the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack, New Jersey, USA.
Donal Egan, Sydenham Court, Ballsbridge, Dublin / Castlepollard, Westmeath / Kells, Kilkenny
The death occurred, peacefully, at St Luke's Hospital, Kilkenny, with Sheelagh at his side and surrounded by his family, on Thursday, February 29, 2024 of Donal Egan, Sydenham Court, Ballsbridge, Dublin / Castlepollard, Westmeath / Kells, Kilkenny. Donal will be sadly missed by Sheelagh, his son Carl, grandchildren Joe and Grace, daughter in law Mary, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May Donal Rest In Peace.
Funeral will arrive at St Michael's Church, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath on Saturday, March 2 for 10am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in St Michael's Cemetery, Castlepollard. The Requiem mass will be live streamed HERE
Mary Kelly (née Rowland) Granard, Co Longford / Mullingar, Co Westmeath
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The death occurred peacefully with her loving family by her side and in the devoted care of the staff at Cavan General Hospital on Sunday, February 25, 2024 of Mary Kelly (nee Rowland), Granard, Co Longford and formerly Tudenham Park, Mullingar, Co Westmeath. Predeceased by her father Tom. Mary will be very sadly missed and always remembered by her husband Gerry, her adored children Grace and Gary, her dear mother Margaret, sister Gabrielle, brothers Tommy, John, Bernard and her twin brother Tony, uncle Pat, sisters-in-law Carole, Debbie and Yvonne, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May Mary rest in peace.
Reposing at Gilsenan's Funeral Home, College Street, Mullingar N91 K660, on Wednesday, February 28 from 4 pm to 6 pm with removal to the Church of the Immaculate Conception Gainstown arriving at 6.30pm. Mary's Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 29 at 11 am followed by burial in Kilronan Cemetery. If you wish to leave a personal message for the family, please use the Obituaries section at www.gilsenanfuneralhome.ie
Michael Skin Devlin, Drogheda, Louth / Belfast, Antrim / Edgeworthstown, Co Longford
The death occurred on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 of Michael Skin Devlin, St Finian’s Park, Drogheda, Co. Louth and formerly of Edgeworthstown, Co Longford and Belfast. Loving son of Michael and Kathleen, beloved partner to Sharon and loving dad to Michael, Michaela, Richard, Josh and Shannon and grandad to Skylar-May, Sophia, Blake, Hunter and Kayleigh. Sadly missed by his family, brother Sean, sisters AnnMarie, Jeanine and Nicola, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later
Jane Lynch (née Cosgrove) Gillardstown, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath / Collinstown, Co Westmeath
The death occurred in the company of her loving family, at Newbrook Nursing Home, Mullingar on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 of Jane Lynch (nee Cosgrove), Gillardstown, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath, formerly Cummerstown & Clondalever, Collinstown, Co Westmeath. Predeceased by her beloved husband Jim, brother Andy, sisters Molly, Betty & Bridie & nephew Paul. Jane will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughter Ann, son-in-law Eamon, cherished grandchildren James and Ryan, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, wonderful neighbours and many friends. May Jane rest in peace.
Reposing at Ennis’s Funeral Home, Killucan, (Eircode N91NN12) on Thursday, February 29, from 6.30pm with prayers at 8pm. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 1 at 11am in St Mary's Church, Collinstown, Co Westmeath followed by interment in the local cemetery. Jane’s Mass can be viewed on the live webcam HERE
Mamie (Mary) Ryan (née Murtagh) Williamstown, Finea, Westmeath / Dunboyne, Meath
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The death occurred peacefully at the General Hospital Cavan on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 of Mamie (Mary) Ryan (nee Murtagh), Williamstown, Finea, Co Westmeath and formerly Dunboyne, Co Meath. Predeceased by her husband Brendan, sister Patricia (O'Neill) and brother Joseph. Sadly missed by her loving sisters, Maggie, Lilly and Catherine, brothers in law P. J., Jim, Tony and Eugene, sister in law May. Loving Aunt to David, Robert, Ciaran, Martin, Finbar, Eoin, Joseph, Claire, Michael, Mark, Alan, Paul and Anne, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Reilly's Funeral Home, Kilcogy (N39W1D6) on Wednesday evening, February 28 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, February 29 at 12 noon in St. Mary's Church, Finea. Interment afterwards in the local cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to the Irish Cancer Society c/o the Undertaker or any family member.
John (Danny) Keogh, Corduff, Ballinagh, Cavan
The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at Cavan General Hospital on Sunday, February 25, 2024 of John (Danny) Keogh, College View Nursing Home and formerly Corduff, Ballinagh, Co Cavan. Predeceased by his parents and brother Tony. Deeply regretted by his sister Anna (Curwin), niece Martina (Kieran), nephews Noel (Charlene) and John (Sarah), Uncle Petie Leddy (Betty), cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Briody's Funeral Home, Kilnaleck on Thursday, February 29 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, March 1 at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Bruskey. Burial afterwards in Mullaghboy Cemetery. Family Homes Private Please.
Michael John Canning, Lisomadaun, Gorvagh, Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully at St James's Hospital, Dublin surrounded by his family on Thursday, February 22, 2024 of Michael John Canning, Lisomadaun, Gorvagh, Co. Leitrim. Predeceased by his parents, Peter and Rose Anne. Sadly missed by his brothers and sisters, Peter (Portmarnock, Co Dublin), Nuala (Surrey, England), Rose Anne (Florida, USA) and Tony (Castlefin, Co Donegal), brothers in law, sister in law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at St Patrick's Hospital Mortuary, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim on Wednesday, February 28 from 5pm to 6 pm with removal to St Patrick's Church, Mohill, Co Leitrim to arrive for 7pm. Funeral Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Mohill, on Thursday, February 29 at 11am, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Michael John's Funeral Mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/mohill Michael John's family wish to thank you for your understanding at this difficult time.
Mai Greene (née Loughrey) Rathaspic, Rathowen, Westmeath / Multyfarnham, Westmeath
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The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the care of the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital on Monday, February 26, 2024 of Mai Greene, Rathaspic, Rathowen, Co Westmeath and formerly of Killeen, Multyfarnhan, Co Westmeath. Predeceased by her husband Tommy and her sister Rose.
Sadly missed by her loving family Dervilla, Desmond, Mervyn, Kenneth, Bernadette, Richard, Ruth, Leonard, Thelma, Derek, Lorna, Conor and Rose, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, cousins, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.Reposing at her home (N91 DN83) on Wednesday, February 28 from 4pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, February 29 in St Nicholas' Church, Multyfarnham at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Rathaspic Cemetery, Rathowen. Family flowers only.
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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