Deaths in Longford - Thursday, July 4, 2024

Noel Quinn, Castlecourt, Newtownforbes, Longford

The death occurred peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 of Noel Quinn, Castlecourt, Newtownforbes, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Mary, brothers Paschal and Sean and by his dear daughter Angela. Noel will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, beloved wife Patsy, sons David (Cork) and Peter (Philadelphia), daughters-in-law Mary and Deidre, granddaughters Rachel, Fiona, Kaitlyn and Samantha, brothers Eamon and Frank, sister Annette, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Friday, July 5 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, July 6 at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church, Newtownforbes. Interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to https://www.churchtv.ie/newtownforbes/

Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust - https://kbrtrust.com/donations/

John (Johnny) Mahon, Corrinagh, Moyne, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 of John (Johnny) Mahon, Corrinagh, Moyne, Longford. Predeceased by his son Felix, his parents Felix and Anne, brother Peter, sister Margaret, brother-in-law Tompat and by his grandson Cillian Mc Nally. Johnny will be forever missed by his heartbroken wife and best friend Catherine, his son Johnny, daughters Catherine Duffield, Emmaline Mc Nally, Margaret Mc Glynn, Caroline O Reilly and Annamae Martin, brothers Colm, Felim (U.K.), sisters Annamae Mc Donagh (U.S.A.) and Breege Maguire (Cavan), daughter-in-law Tracy, sons-in-law Conrad, Chris, Daniel, Martin and Padraig, brother-in-law Sean Keegan, his 14 adored grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road Longford on Wednesday evening, July 3 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Thursday, July 4 in St. Colmcille's Church Aughnacliffe at 12 noon with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House strictly private at all times. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired to the Irish Heart Foundation c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.

Mary Ellen (Mary) Martin (née Lennon), Aughacordrinan, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home in the loving care of her family on Friday, June 21, 2024 of Mary Ellen (Mary) Martin (nee Lennon) late of Manchester & formerly of Aughacordrinan, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford. Predeceased by her husband Benny. Parents Michael & Margaret Lennon, and her partner Tom Galligan.

Deeply regretted by her sons Luke and Ian, daughter Belinda, daughters-in-law Siawporn & Claire, grandchildren Sean, Melissa, Ally, Ben, Ethan & Ollie, great grandson Shay, her brothers John-James & Matty (London), sisters Kathleen Donohue (Co Carlow) & Chris Keenan (Co Longford), sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and a large circle of friends. May Mary-Ellen Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Solace Undertakers, 335 Portway, M22 OEJ from 12 noon until 6 pm on Thursday, July 4 and 9am until 10.30am on Friday, July 5. Requiem Mass at 12 noon on Friday, July 5 in St Anthony's RC Church, Dunkery Road, M22 ONT. Funeral Mass can be streamed live by clicking on the following link.

Burial at 1.45pm at Southern Cemetery, 212 Barlow Moor Road, M21 7GL No flowers as per Mary's request. Donations in lieu to Francis House Children's Cancer research. Box in church or any family member.

Oliver Frank (Gareth) Burke, Fisherstown, Clondra, Longford

The death occurred peacefully after a short illness with his partner and his family by his side on Sunday, June 30, 2024 of Oliver Frank (Gareth) Burke, Fisherstown, Clondra, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Pat and Angela, sister Theresa and his brother Brian. Frank will be forever missed by his heartbroken partner Mary, brothers Sam, Tony, Damien and Gerard and by his sisters Christine Ryan and Marie Casey, his partner Mary's family, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired to Acquired Brain Injury Ireland c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member House private

Funeral Arrangements Later

Agnes Green (née Farrell), Ballinclare, Ballycanew, Gorey, Wexford / Moydow, Longford

The death occurred on Sunday, June 30, 2024 of Agnes Green (nee Farrell) Ballinclare, Ballycanew, Gorey, Wexford and formerly Castlerea Mountain, Moydow, Co. Longford. Beloved wife of the late Patick, partner of Tom and loving mother of Patrick, Cornelius and Donal, sister of Tommy and the late Paddy, Mary, Jimmie and Baby John Mel. Will be very sadly missed by her partner, sons, brother, daughter-in-law Veronica, grandchildren Patrick, Dana, Michael, Emily, Ellen, Eilís and Ruby Mae, sister-in-law Agnes, Tom's children David, Tina and Laura, nephews, nieces, extended family and a wide circle of friends. May She Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Murphy's Funeral Home, The Avenue, Gorey (Eircode Y25 K122) on Wednesday, July 3 from 5pm until 8pm with Prayers at 7pm. Removal from Murphy's Funeral Home on Thursday, July 4 at 10.15am to The Church of the Sacred Heart, Ballyoughter for Funeral Mass at 11am. followed by Burial in the adjoining Cemetery. The family very much appreciates your kindness at this sad time.

Cyril Claffey, Clonskeagh, Dublin / Ballymahon, Longford

The death occurred peacefully on Friday, June 28, 2024 of Cyril Claffey, Clonskeagh, Dublin 14 and formerly of Ballymahon, Co Longford. He will be very sadly missed by his beloved wife Dolores, daughter Maureen, sons Stephen, Cyril and John, son-in-law Niall, daughter-in-law Anita, grandchildren Michelle, Frances, Deirdre, Federica, Theo, Freya and Esme, nephews and nieces, extended family and friends. We wish to extend our grateful thanks to the many people who made the last weeks and months comfortable for Cyril, all his carers including Noreen, Rowena, Nellie, Nancy, the staff of Inis Care and the staff of Fern Dean Nursing Home, Blackrock. May He Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Fanagan's Funeral Home Dundrum on Friday, July 5 from 6pm to 7pm. Removal on Saturday morning, July 6 to the Church of Sts Columbanus and Gall, Milltown for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Mt Venus Cemetery.

Catherine Finnegan, Lacken, Ballinagh, Co Cavan

The death occurred peacefully in Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 of Catherine Finnegan Lacken, Ballinagh, Co Cavan. Predeceased by her father Packie. Sadly missed by her loving mother Kathleen, brothers Gerard (Margaret), Sean (Dympna), Thomas (Celine), Raymond (Siobhan), Colm (Regina) and her sister Margaret (Breen) her nephew’s, nieces, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and many friends. 

Catherine will repose at her home on Thursday evening, July 4 from 5pm to 8pm and again on Friday evening, July 5 from 5pm to 8pm. Removal from her home on Saturday, July 6 at 11.30am to arrive St Michael’s Church, Potahee for 12 noon Requiem Mass, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Mary Brady (née Briody), Garrymore, Ballinagh, Co Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, July 1, 2024 of Mary Brady (née Briody), Garrymore, Ballinagh, Co Cavan. Predeceased by her parents Tom and Bridie. Beloved wife of Danny and devoted mother of Niall, loving sister of Patsy (Eileen), Kate (Joe), Carmel (Sean), Donal (Tina), Jacinta (Kieran), Breda, Thomas (Patricia), Declan (Louise) and Grainne (Damien). Sadly missed by her loving husband, son, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, cousins, relatives and many friends. "May Mary Rest In Peace".

Reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan, on Wednesday, July 3 from 5pm until 8pm. Removal from her home on Thursday morning, July 4 to arrive at St Michael's Church, Potahee for Requiem Mass at 11am, Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. House private to family, neighbours and close friends. Family flowers only please, Donations in lieu, if desired, to I.C.U Cavan General Hospital or Cuan Cancer Care.

Funeral Mass will be live streamed on the following links https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063745886462 and  https://vimeo.com/974373193

Iris Taylor (née Sheridan), Cornafean, Arva, Co Cavan

The death occurred peacefully in the tender loving care of the staff in Oakview Nursing Home, Belturbet on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 of Iris Taylor (nee Sheridan) Drumcon, Cornafean, Co Cavan. Predeceased by her husband Cecil and brother Willie. Iris will be sadly missed by her nephews, niece, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. 

Resting in Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan this evening, Wednesday, July 3 from 8.30pm until 9.30pm. Removal from Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan on Thursday, July 4 arriving at Killeshandra Parish Church at 3pm for Funeral service followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard. "Safe in the arms of Jesus".

Eileen O'Neill (née Moran), Clooncarne, Bornacoola, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in the tender care of the nurses and staff of Shannon Lodge Nursing Home, Rooskey on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 of Eileen O'Neill (née Moran), Clooncarne, Bornacoola, Leitrim. Beloved wife of the late Leo and dear mother of the late Anthony. Sadly missed by her sons and daughters Raymond, Lorraine Reynolds, Tracy Blake and Leo, sons-in-law Sean and Brian, daughters-in-law Siobhan and Hanna, her eight grandchildren Kelly, Sinead, Tara, Cáelán, Aoibhínn, Amy, Mia and Mathias, her three great-grandchildren Caitlin, Oliver and Madaleine, sister in law Lena Moran, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Eileen Rest in Peace.

Eileen will repose in St Michael’s Church, Bornacoola (N41 E421) on Friday evening, July 5 from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday, July 6 at 11am in St Michael’s Church, Bornacoola followed by burial in Cloonmorris Cemetery. House private please.

Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Laura Lynn https://www.lauralynn.ie/donate or C/o McGowan Funeral Directors, Dromod. Eileen’s family wish to thank you for your understanding at this enormously difficult time.

Phil Quinlan (née Tully) Hartley, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim / Belturbet, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 of Phil Quinlan (neé Tully) Hartley, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim and formerly Naughan, Belturbet, Co. Cavan. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Molly Tully, sister Rosemary (Galway) and her beloved granddaughter Kate Molly. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving and devoted family, husband Gerry, daughters Carol (Monaghan) and Claire Colum (Strokestown), sons Shane (Leitrim Village), and Gerard (Carrick-on-Shannon), daughter-in-law Cathy, son-in-law Mattie and Carol’s partner Seamus, adored grandchildren Shay, Finn, Emma, Matthew, James, Aoife and Daniel, her loving sisters Bernie and Geraldine (Belturbet), brothers Peadar and Eugene (Belturbet), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours, and a large circle of friends. May She Rest In Peace.

Phil will repose at The Heritage Centre, Chapel of Rest, Church Lane, Carrick-on-Shannon (N41 KP62) on Thursday, July 4 from 4pm until 8pm. With removal to St. Mary’s Church, Carrick-on-Shannon on Friday morning, July 5 arriving for Mass of Christian burial at 12 noon followed by burial in St Mary’s Cemetery, Carrick-on-Shannon. Funeral Mass will be streamed live Phil's Funeral Mass

House Private Please. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to the North West Hospice, Sligo. Donations to North West Hospice

Frances Milling (née Ashe), Clonbrusk, Athlone, Westmeath / Antrim / Convoy, Donegal

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of the nurses and staff of Thomond Lodge Nursing Home, Ballymahon on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 of Frances Milling (nee Ashe) Whitebeam Avenue, Clonbrusk, Athlone, Co Westmeath & formerly of Convoy, Co Donegal and Jordanstown, Co Antrim.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Hugo, son Hugh and her brothers Sam and George. Sadly missed by her loving daughter Karen (McGann), son Craig, sister Jen (Morrison), son-in-law Gabriel, daughter-in-law Tina, grandchildren Kate, Conor, Mark, Meadhbh, Jamie and Kieran, great-grandchildren Lochlan and Finn, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends. With Hugo and Hugh At Last.

Reposing at Flynn's Funeral Home, The Strand (N37 WY17) on Friday evening, July 5 from 4pm until 6pm. Funeral Service will take place in St Mary's Church of Ireland, Church Street (N37 CK27) on Saturday, July 6 at 11am followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan (H12 RF78) at 4:30pm. Family Flowers only, donations if desired in lieu to St. Hilda's, Athlone.

The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very sad time.

Pádraic Gallagher, Anville Court & formerly Mariemount, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred at Cavan General Hospital on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 of Padraic Gallagher, Anville Court & formerly Mariemount, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by his sister Anne (O’Connor). He will be very sadly missed by his wife Frances, his parents Tony & Joan, brothers & sisters Oliver, Tony, Alan, Siobhán, Shane & Maria, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, relatives, neighbours, friends and all the health-care staff at the Ballinamore Nursing Unit. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, N41 TD62 on Thursday evening, July 4 from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, July 5 in St Patrick’s Church, Ballinamore at 12 noon followed by burial in Oughteragh Cemetery, Ballinamore.

Funeral Mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore

Frances and the Gallagher family would like to acknowledge and thank all the staff at the Ballinamore Nursing Unit for the wonderful care afforded to Pádraic during his time there.

Margaret (Peggy) Grufferty (née Boland), Slattamore, Rooskey, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully aged 92 on Thursday, June 20, 2024 of Margaret Grufferty (née Boland) London and formerly of Slattamore, Rooskey, Co Roscommon, known affectionately as “Peggy”.  May 11, 1932 - June, 20 2024. Now reunited with her husband Christopher. Predeceased by her husband Christopher, sister May & brothers Thomas, Gerald, Michael, Patrick & Eugene. Sadly missed by her sister Josephine (Josie) Feeney, sisters-in-law Mairead Grufferty, Eileen Boland, brother-in-law Tom Grufferty , nephews, nieces and extended family members. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her. May she rest in peace.

The funeral cortège will travel via Slattamore by Peggy’s family home to arrive at St Anne’s church, Slatta on Friday evening, July 5 for 7.30pm. Funeral mass will take place on Saturday morning, July 6 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Kilglass new cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to County Roscommon Disability Support Group CLG C/O Tully’s Funeral Directors, Slatta, Kilglass, Co. Roscommon.

Mass can be viewed via Tully’s Funeral Directors pagehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100055401313288

Martin Jennings, Barnacogue, Swinford, Mayo / Tulsk, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of Sharon and her staff at Ballinamore Nursing Home, Kiltimagh on Saturday, June 29, 2024 of Martin Jennings, Barnacogue, Swinford, Mayo/ Tulsk, Roscommon. Predeceased by his parents John and Delia, brothers Donald and Noel. Martin will be sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret, daughters Nicola and Elaine, sons Matthew, Garry and Martin, son-in-law Nick, his 2 adored grandchildren Cian and Lachlan, Garry's partner Rebecca, sisters Christine and Mary, brothers Michael, John, James and Tony, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and all his extended and much loved family, neighbours and friends. May His Kind and Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing in Boland's Funeral Home, Swinford (F12K122) on Wednesday evening, July 3 from 5pm to 7pm.

Funeral Mass this Thursday, July 4 at 12 noon in St Patrick's Church, Bushfield, Charlestown with burial afterwards in Bushfield Cemetery.

Rosetta Reehill (née Reilly), Clonoose, Ballyheelan, Kilnaleck, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of Fountains Care Home, Rainham, London on Monday, June 24 of Rosetta Reehill (née Reilly) Clonoose, Ballyheelan, Kilnaleck, Cavan. Former Labour Party councillor candidate in Upminster.

Predeceased by her Late husband Gerry Reehill of Longford Town, her sister Anna and brothers Hugh, Packie, Jim & Eddie. Rosetta will be sadly missed by her daughter Loretta, son-in-law John, Velvet, loving friends, family, sisters Kay and Josie, brother John, sister-in-law Kathleen, brother-in-law Andy, all her extended family, friends & neighbours.

The funeral will take place at 10am on Friday, July 19, at St Alban's RC Church, RM12 5JX. The following is the weblink to the funeral and burial https://www.shealolin.co.uk/rosetta-reehill. Flowers by Elm Park Florists. 

Donations to be made to https://www.haveringmind.org.uk/fundraising/donate/

Hannah Josephine Brennan (née O’Regan), Strokestown, Roscommon / Shanballymore, Cork

The death occurred peacefully at home, after a short illness, on Friday, June 21 of Hannah Josephine Brennan, (nee O’Regan) of Hornchurch, Essex, England. (Formerly of Carrigleagh, Shanballymore, County Cork). Predeceased by her parents James and Ellen, her husband Patrick (Carrowclogher, Strokestown), daughter Annette, and sister Brid. A dear mother to Helen and Martin. A loving sister of Margaret, Eileen, and Mary. Sadly, missed and lovingly remembered by her family. Grandchildren; Ryan, Erin, Megan, Niamh, Edward, Isobel, and Martha, and her great grandchildren; Henry, George, William, Charles, and Jacob, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, and friends. May She Rest in Peace. 

The funeral will take place in Hornchurch, Essex. Requiem mass at St Mary Mother of God Church, on Friday, July 26, at 11am followed by burial at Upminster Cemetery, Ockendon Road, Upminster, Essex. The family would like to request in lieu of flowers, that donations can be made to either St Francis Hospice or Marie Curie.