Deaths in Longford - Thursday, January 9, 2025

Michael Shedwell, The Demense, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 of Michael Shedwell, The Demense, Longford Town, Longford. Predeceased his parents Michael and Elizabeth, sisters Mafie and Yvette and by his nephews Derek and Gary.

Michael will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, beloved wife Phyllis, daughter Sarah, sons Michael, Kevin, Martin and Daniel, daughters-in-law Amber, Emma, Heamin and Rachel, son-in-law Kevin, sister Finola, brothers George, Kenneth, Declan and Joe, grandchildren Natalie, Layla, Leah, Harry, Connor, Sylvie, Lucy and Maeva, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Friday, January 10 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, January 11 at 11am in St Mel’s Cathedral followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium at 4pm. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Longford Hospice , c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. 

Eithne Murphy, Strokestown Road, Ballyleague, Roscommon / Lanesboro, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 of Eithne Murphy, Strokestown Road, Ballyleague, Co Roscommon and formerly of The Green, Lanesboro, Co Longford. 

Much loved wife of Billy Mulqueen and adored mother to Lisa and Gary. She will be very sadly missed by her family, Billy’s children Hugh and Maeve, her brother Oliver, sister Claire and her daughter-in-law Edel. Cherished Mamo to Chloe, Tess, Noel, Ayla and Edie. She will be always remembered by Lisa and Gary’s dad Tony McCaffrey, her brothers-in-law, treasured nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Eithne is predeceased by her parents Tony and Tess and her sister Stella. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at her home in Ballyleague N39 X9E5 on Friday, January 10 from 4pm until 7pm. Removal on Saturday morning, January 11 at 11.40am to St Mary’s Church, Lanesboro arriving for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon. Cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 3pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to THE IRISH CANCER SOCIETY - DONATE HERE. Please note that the funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Saturday at 12 noon by CLICKING HERE.

Paddy McNamara, Granard Post Office, Main Street, Granard, Longford / Cavan

The death occurred suddenly but peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, under the wonderful care of the Nurses and Staff at Thormond Lodge Nursing Home, Ballymahon on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 of Paddy McNamara, Granard Post Office, Main Street, Granard, Longford and formerly of Creighan, Cavan. Predeceased by his father and mother James and Margaret McNamara and younger brother Tom.

Beloved husband of Kay, much loved father of Adrian, Finbarr, Padraig, Derek, Ronan, and Fergal, adored grandfather of 19 grandchildren. Cherished brother of Chris (California), Margaret, Jimmy, Joseph, and Josephine. Paddy will be sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, grandchildren, daughters-in-law, brothers, sisters, brothers -in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May Paddy's Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his son Padraig's home, Robinstown, Granard, Co Longford on Friday, January 10 from 2pm to 8pm. Removal from Robinstown on Saturday, January 11 to St Mary's Church, Granard, Co Longford for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by Christian burial in Granardkill new cemetery.  Funeral Mass can be viewed online HERE. House strictly private outside of reposing times please. A one way system will be in operation, please enter from the Granard side and exit from the Abbeylara / Killasonna side. Family flowers only please.

Marie Baxter (née Maher), River Crescent, Ballinalee, Longford / Lucan, Dublin

The death occurred peacefully at home in the care of her heartbroken family on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 of Marie Baxter (née Maher), River Crescent, Ballinalee, Longford and formerly Lucan, Dublin. Predeceased by her parents Mick and Sally, her beloved daughter Nicola, brother Michael and son-in-law Albie.

Marie will be sadly missed by her loving family, husband Johnny, daughters Claire and Sineád, sons Jamie, Trevor and stepson Tony, daughters-in-law Aishling and Michelle, son-in-law Thomas, her adored grandchildren Aaron, Lauren, Kasey, Abbie, Zoe, Jacob and Archie, sisters and brothers, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, neighbours and her dear friends in Longford and Dublin.

Just a prayer from the family who loved you Just a memory, fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you. Rest in Peace Marie.

Removal from her home on Saturday, January 11 to arrive to the Holy Trinity Church, Ballinalee for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Following Mass Marie will be laid to rest in St Emer's Cemetery, Ballinalee. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Longford Palliative Care c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please.

Marie's family would like to express their gratitude to all who cared for her during her illness, Nurse Marie McGivney, Doctor Paddy Breslin, and the Irish Cancer Society and her dear friends who were there when she needed them most.

Michael (Mick) Casey, Derraghanmore, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at his home in the care of his loving family on Monday, January 6, 2025 of Michael (Mick) Casey, Derraghanmore, Longford.

It is with deep sadness that Mick's family, his wife Kathleen, his daughters Louise and Áine, his son Coilín, his brother Billy and his brother-in-law Martin, share the news of his death. He will also be missed by his nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours, and friends. Pre-deceased by his parents, Thomas and Annie (nee Murray), sisters Mai, Frances Whearty and brothers Jim, Pat, and Thomas (Sonny).

Mick will be reposing in the church of the blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel (N39 FX29) on Wednesday, January 8 from 5pm to 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Thursday, January 9 at 12 noon, followed by burial in Cashel cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed HERE. 

Mary Donoghue, Nazareth Village, Sligo Town, Sligo / Ballinalee, Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the exceptional care of the staff at North West Hospice, The Mall, Sligo on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 of Mary Donoghue (née Donlon), Nazareth Village, Sligo and late of Ballinalee, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her husband Frank. Dearly loved mother of Francis (Sligo), Anthony (Vivian) New York and Brendan (Bridget) New York. Sadly missed by her family, sister Geraldine Bohan (Annaduff, Co. Leitrim), grandchildren Liam, Caitlin, Francis, James, Collin, Kevin and Fiona, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Rest in Peace.

Funeral will arrive at Saint Emer’s Cemetery, Ballinalee, Co Longford at 3pm on Thursday, January 9 for burial. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to North West Hospice Fund c/o Seán Feehily’s Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo at www.feehilys.ie/pay

Bridie Clarke (née Clarke), Aughnamadoo, Drumlish, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home in the wonderful care of her family on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 of Bridie Clarke (nee Clarke), Aughnamadoo, Drumlish, Co Longford.  

Predeceased by her husband Jimmy, her infant son Michael, sisters Kathleen Brady and Molly McWeeney. Bridie will be sadly missed and always remembered by her loving family, daughters Anne-Marie, Fiona, Breda and Pauline, sons-in law Kevin Cumiskey, Trevor Walshe and Stephen Hand and Pauline's partner David Brennan, her adored grandchildren Sinead, Owen, Nora, Jimmy, Isla, Nessa, Cillian, Clodagh, David, Liam and Seán, sisters and brothers-in-law Ellie and Jack Fitzpatrick and Anna and (Sonny rip) Kinlan, Andy Brady and Willie McWeeney (rip), brothers and sisters-in-law Charlie and Evelyn, Gene and Dimpna and Mattie and Geraldine, nieces, nephews, relatives neighbours and dear friends. Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true, You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you. Rest in Peace Bridie.

Arriving to St Mary's Church, Ennybegs on Wednesday, January 8 for prayers at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, January 9 at 12 noon. Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Following Mass, Bridie will be laid to rest in the family plot in Newtownforbes Cemetery. Family flowers only please, Donations if desired to Alzheimer's Home Support c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please. 

Mary (Catherine) Bonner (née Hatfield), 4 Overburn Crescent, Dumbarton, Scotland / Longford

The death occurred peacefully in Scotland on Sunday, November 10, 2024 of Mary (Catherine) Bonner (nee Hatfield), 4 Overburn Crescent, Dumbarton, Scotland / Longford.

She will be sadly missed by her brother Brian, sister-in-law Madge, nephew Ian, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford N39 KN66 on Thursday, January 9 from 9.30am to 10.30am, followed with removal to St Mel's Cathedral Longford for Funeral Mass at 11am. Mass can be viewed live HERE. Following Mass, Catherine will be laid to rest in Ballinamuck new cemetery.

Daniel Harvey, Finglas, Dublin / Longford Town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at the Mater Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 of Daniel Harvey, Finglas, Dublin/ Longford town.

Beloved husband of Bridie and cherished father of Marie, Darnell, Gerard, Regina, and Laurence. Formerly of Longford Town, and late of the Irish Army and Burges Galvin, Jamestown Road, Finglas. Danny will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his devoted wife, children, grandchildren Danielle, Glenn, Karl, Ross, Teegan, and Craig, great-grandchildren Emily, Tillymae, Harry, and Wayne, sons-in-law Paul and William, sisters Mary, Philo, and Angela, brother Edward, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbors, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him. Forever in our hearts, his legacy of love and kindness will live on. May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Michael Doyle Funeral Home, Finglas Village, on Friday, January 10 between 3pm and 5pm. Removal on Saturday morning, January 11 to Saint Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Rivermount, Finglas South, arriving for 10am Funeral Mass. Thereafter to Dardistown Cemetery for burial. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE.

Dan Mel Reilly, Glasscarrick, Loughduff, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 of Dan Mel Reilly, Glasscarrick, Loughduff, Cavan.

Predeceased by his parents Daniel and Rose Anne, sister Christine and nephew Finbarr. Sadly missed by his loving wife Ena, sons Danny (Tracey), Conleth (Leanne) and daughter Maggie (Michael), sister Rosemary (Mullinalaghta), Rita (Abbeylara), Tess (Galway), and Philis (Creighan, Cavan), grandchildren Michaela, Caolan, Emmett, Kate, Danial, Diarmuid, Hannah, Daire, Lauren, Ultan, and Sadie, brother in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Reilly's Funeral home Kilcogy (N39W1D6) on Thursday, January 9 from 5pm with prayers at 8pm. Funeral mass on Friday, January 10 at 12 noon in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Mullahoran (N39 HN84). Mass can be viewed live HERE.   Internment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private please. The Reilly family would like to acknowledge the wonderful care and attention shown to Dan Mel during his illness at Cavan General Hospital.

Anna Gilmartin (née Mulvey), Corlough, Drumshanbo, Leitrim

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing peacefully at Sligo University Hospital, surrounded by her loving family after an illness fought with dignity, courage and faith on Monday, January 6, 2025 of Anna Gilmartin (née Mulvey), Corlough, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.  

Pre-deceased by her parents Patrick and Bridget Mulvey and sister-in-law Maureen. Anna is dearly missed by her husband Pat, loving children David, Ray and Lorraine McNamara (Dromahaire), her adoring grandchildren Finn, Nathan and Casey, son-in-law Declan, her siblings Frank (Chicago), Padraic (Pat), and Kathleen Foley, cousins Kevin and Michael Fox, brothers and sisters-in-law, her nephews, nieces, grand-nephews and grand-nieces, relatives, wonderful neighbours and large circle of friends. She will be deeply missed by all those lucky enough to have known her. "May her gentle soul rest in peace".

Reposing at her home (Drumshanbo N41 XW93) on Wednesday, January 8 from 3pm to 8pm. Removal to St. Patrick's Church, Drumshanbo, on Thursday, January 9 for Funeral Mass at 1pm followed by burial in the New Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE and on the Drumshanbo Parish Facebook Page. Anna's family would like to thank everybody for their support and prayers at this difficult time.

Maura O'Keefe (née Mulligan), Dunbeggan, Aughnacliffe, Longford

The death occurred after a short illness and surrounded by her loving family on Friday, December 24, 2024 of Maura O'Keefe (née Mulligan), Sutton, Surrey, England and formerly Dunbeggan, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford. Predeceased by her father Paddy, niece Leah, baby Niall and baby Donna. Maura will be forever missed by her husband Michael, daughters Geraldine (Paul), Nicola (Dean), son Gavin and her adoring grandchildren Billy, Jake, Holly, Amy, Ava, Maisey, her mother Maisie, sisters Margaret, Annarose, Martina, Lisa and Celia, brothers Padraig, Seamie, Francie and Barry, her brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and large circle of friends. Funeral arrangements later.

Funeral Mass on January 15 in the Holy Family Church, Sutton Green, Sutton followed by cremation at North East Surrey Crematorium. There will be a Mass in St Colmcille Church to celebrate Maura's life at a later date.

Mirjana Pap, Beechville, Athlone, Westmeath

The death occurred on Saturday, December 28, 2024 of Mirjana Pap, Beechville, Athlone, Westmeath. 

Funeral Arrangements Later. 

Francis (Frank) Foley, Tallaght, Dublin / Drumshanbo, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Tallaght Hospital on Monday, January 6, 2025 of Francis (Frank) Foley, Tallaght, Dublin and formerly of Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.  

Deeply regretted by his loving family, brother Thomas, sister Mary Berwick, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Fanagans Funeral Home on Thursday, January 9 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal on Friday, January 10 to St Aengus’ Church, Balrothery arriving for 10am Funeral Mass and afterwards to Bohernabreena Cemetery. All enquiries to – 01 451 6701.

Felix Harten, Carnagh Upper, Kilcogy, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at his home in the loving care of his family on Sunday, December 15, 2024 of Felix Harten, Birmingham, England and formerly Carnagh Upper, Kilcogy, Co Cavan. Predeceased by his parents Felix and Rose his beloved son Colin sisters Kathleen and Eithne and brother Benny.

Sadly missed by his loving wife Elizabeth sons Phelim (Linda) Thomas (Nicola) Dermot (Franchesca) daughter Mary (Andrew) grandchildren Freddy, Felix and Lizabella, brothers Paddy (Carnagh), James (Navan), sisters and brothers in law, nephews, nieces relatives and a large circle of friends. May he rest in peace.

Funeral in Bermingham at a later date.

Sean Kelleher, Mullinadara, Carrigallen, Leitrim

The death occurred unexpectedly on Friday, December 13, 2024 of Sean Kelleher, Nottingham, London and formerly of Mullinadara, Carrigallen, Leitrim. 

Sean will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving family, his partner Bushra, brother Gerry, sisters Maura (Nicholls),Bernadette (Murray), sister-in-law,brothers-in-law,nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he Rest In Peace. 

Funeral arrangements later