Deaths in Longford - Monday, January 20, 2025

Bridget Teague (née McDonnell), Vicarstown, Carrickboy, Longford

The death occurred unexpectedly in Mullingar Regional Hospital surrounded by her heartbroken family on Saturday, January 18, 2025 of Bridget Teague (née McDonnell), Vicarstown, Carrickboy, Longford. Predeceased by her parents Bernard and Maureen, sisters Alice and Nicola and niece Jacqueline.

Bridget will be sadly missed by her loving family, husband and best friend Tom, son Thomas, daughters Dorina, Caroline and Michelle, sons-in-law Billy, Tommy and Paul, daughter-in-law Sarah, her adored grandchildren Adam, Jordan, Toyah, Katie, Holly, Zoe and James and her great-granddaughter Freya, brothers James, Paddy-Joe and Michael, sisters Martina, Phyllis, Kathleen and Bernadette, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces, relatives neighbours and 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 Bridget. Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Our Lady's Manor Chapel, Edgeworthstown on Tuesday, January 21 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Removal from her home on Wednesday, January 22 to arrive to St Mary's Church, Legan for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Following Mass, Bridget will be laid to rest in Abbeyshrule Cemetery. Family home private please.

Kathleen Moughty, 4 Oakdown Court, Convent Avenue, Bray, Wicklow / Ballymahon, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the care of St Columcille's Hospital, Loughlinstown on Saturday, January 18, 2025 of Kathleen Moughty, 4 Oakdown Court, Convent Avenue, Bray, Wicklow/ Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her brothers Jimmy, Jack, and Michael. Sadly missed by her loving nieces Valerie and Sinead, nephews Ciaran, Declan, and J.J., grandnieces Ciara, Lisa, and Emma, grandnephews Shane and Cian, and great-grandniece Saoirse. Rest in peace.

Kathleen will repose at St Matthew's Church, Ballymahon, N39 T1D9 on Tuesday, January 21 from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass is on Wednesday, January 22 at 12 noon. Following Mass, Kathleen will be laid to rest in Kilcommoc Cemetery. If you are unable to attend, the Mass may be viewed at: http://www.facebook.com/St-Matthews-Church-Ballymahon-105348291110682/.

Robert Reilly, 14 Colmcille Terrace, Granard, Longford

The death occurred peacefully on in the care of the doctors, nurses and staff of Cavan General Hospital surrounded by his family on Friday, January 17, 2025 of Robert Reilly, 14 Colmcille Terrace, Granard, Longford and formerly of Chancery, Lismacaffrey, Co Westmeath. Predeceased by his mother Vera.

Robert will be sadly missed by his loving family, partner Fiona, daughter Vicky, father Tom, brothers and sisters Kevin, Thomas, Veronica, Bernadette, Maria and Josephine, son-in-law Paddy, his adored grandchildren Robert, Alfie, Selena and Paddy-Tom, relatives, neighbours and friends. A daily thought, a silent tear, A constant wish that you were here. Rest in Peace Robert.

Reposing in his father Tom's home at Chancery, Lismacaffrey on Sunday, January 19 from 12 noon until 4pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, January 21 in St Mary's Church, Granard at 12 noon. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. Following Mass, Robert will be laid to rest in Boherquill Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Cavan General Hospital c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. Please Note: House private on Monday, January 20.

 

Seamus Dolan, Derryadd , Killashee, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, January 17, 2025 of Seamus Dolan, Derryadd, Killashee, Co Longford and formerly of Lisduff, Longford. 

Predeceased by his father Padraig. Seamus will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, his beloved wife Helen, daughters Pamela and Catherine, son Francis, mother Kitty, brothers Sean, PJ and Eamon, grandchildren Liam and Brogan, Catherine’s partner Raymond, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road on Monday, January 20 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Tuesday, January 21 at 12 noon in St Patrick’s Church, Killashee, interment afterwards in Clonbonny cemetery. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Longford Palliative Care , c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please.

Kevin (Bunty) Dempsey, St Brigid's Terrace, Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 of Kevin (Bunty) Dempsey, St. Brigid’s Terrace, Longford town. 

Kevin will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, his beloved wife Cathy, son Darren, brother Sean, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, niece, nephew, relatives, neighbours, former work colleagues and a wide circle of friends. May he rest in peace. Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Sunday, January 19 from 5pm until 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Monday, January 20 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery.

The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Cian's Kennels. House private please.

Bridie Lowry (née Kiernan), Park Road, Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, January 17, 2025 of Bridie Lowry (nee Kiernan), Park Road, Longford town. 

Predeceased by her husband Martin, sisters Julia Sorohan, Mary Ann, Ellen Sweeney and Margaret and by her brothers John, Jimmy and Michael. Bridie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, Mary Beehan, Sheila Sweeney, Patricia Farrell, John, Andrew, Martin, Bríd, Helen, Mairéad, James and Patrick, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, her 19 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at her residence (Park Road – N39 T2X4) on Sunday, January 19 from 2pm until 5pm, followed by removal to St Mel’s Cathedral arriving for prayers at 7pm. Mass of The Resurrection on Monday, January 20 at 1pm, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com

Mary Murtagh (née Kelleher), Glenmore, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her heartbroken family in the loving care of the doctors, nurses and staff of the Mater Hospital, Dublin on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 of Mary Murtagh (nee Kelleher), Glenmore, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her parents Agnes and John and infant sister. Mary will be sadly missed and always remembered by her family, husband Peter, daughters Eileen and Louise, son Kevin, adored granddaughter Hannah, son-in-law Jason, sister Rosaleen (Carrickathane) brothers Tom-Joe (Glenmore) and Gerald (Dublin), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. Rest in peace Mary.

Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford, N39 KN66 on Sunday, January 19 from 3pm concluding with Prayers at 4.30pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, January 20 at 11am in St Colmcille's Church, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford. Following Mass, cremation will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Rd, Cavan at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Hillview House Fostra, Aughnacliffe c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. Family home is strictly private please.

Mary Fagan (née Reilly), Cloughernal, Granard, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, January 16, 2025 of Mary Fagan (nee Reilly), Cloughernal, Granard, Co Longford. 

Predeceased by her husband Patsy, her parents Stephen and Brigid Reilly. Mary will be sadly missed and always remembered by her loving children Peter, Stephen, David, Anne-Marie, Declan, Edel, Fergal, Eoin, Sinead, Ciarán, Finbarr, Mel, and Brian, her 26 adored grandchildren, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, sister Brigid, brothers-in-law Pat O’Reilly and John Fagan, sister-in-law Mary Fagan, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral home Barrack Street, Granard, Co Longford (Eircode N39AX97) on Saturday, January 18 from 4pm to 7pm and on Sunday, January 19 from 5pm to 8pm. Removal on Monday, January 20 to St Mary’s Church, Carra, Co Longford (N39A3T8) for Funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by Christian burial in the Granardkill cemetery. House strictly private at all times please. Family flowers only.

Martin (Fozzy) Fallon, Carniska, Strokestown, Roscommon

The recent death occurred suddenly on Friday, January 17, 2025 of Martin (Fozzy) Fallon, Carniska, Strokestown, Roscommon and formerly of Elphin Street, Strokestown. Dearly loved husband of Ann (McNamara) and adored dad of Jack and Amy.

Martin will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken wife, son & daughter, brother Aidan, sisters Marie & Trish (Patti), brothers-in-law Sean, Paschal, John & Mick, sisters-in-law Helen, Betty & Gillian, nephews & nieces Katelyn, Holly, David, Liam, Zoe, Megan, Sean, Eve, Cathal, Danny & Laura, his aunts Patty & Geraldine, uncle Leo, cousins, neighbours, work colleagues and a large circle of friends, especially all of his many sporting friends. Martin is predeceased by his parents Aidan and Margaret (Peggy). Rest In Peace. 

Reposing at his residence on Monday, January 20 from 3pm until 8pm. Removal on Tuesday, January 21 to Strokestown Parish Church, to arrive for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. Those wishing to view Martin's Funeral Mass online may do so by clicking HERE. Family flowers only please. Donations in-lieu of can be made to either Join Our Boys, by clicking HERE, or The Dillon Quirke Foundation, by clicking HERE.

House private on Tuesday morning please. Please note. For those attending Martin's Reposing at his home, a one way system will be in operation. You are asked to please enter the Carniska Road via Sharkey's Cross on the Strokestown-Roscommon road and exit via the Ballybeg-Sliabh Bán road. Please follow the directions of stewards on duty.

The Fallon and McNamara families would like to thank you all for your understanding & cooperation at this terribly sad time for the family.

Vincent Kennedy, Lugboy, Elphin, Roscommon / Strokestown, Roscommon

The recent death has occurred peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family at Roscommon Hospice on Thursday, January 16, 2025 of Vincent  Kennedy, Lugboy, Elphin, Roscommon/ Strokestown, Roscommon.

Beloved husband of Joan & much loved father of Stephen, Emma & Andrew. Vincent will be sadly missed by his sorrowing wife, sons & daughter, daughter-in-law Beth, son-in-law Shane, grandchildren Seán, Dylan, Eve, Miles & Leo, his brothers Padraig, Mark & Kenneth, relatives, neighbours and friends. Vincent is predeceased by his parents Bridget & John, his sisters Anita, Margaret and Kathleen, and his brothers Sean, Des & Jimmy. Rest In Peace.

Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown, on Sunday, January 19 from 4pm until 6pm followed by Removal to Kiltrustan Church. Funeral Mass on Monday, January 20 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. Those unable to attend the Funeral & would like to leave a message of condolence for the family may do so by following the link on rip.ie. Those wishing to leave a donation to Roscommon Hospice in memory of Vincent may do so by clicking HERE.

Sarah Denchfield (née Kelly), St Patrick's Street, Castlerea, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at the Mayo Hospice Castlebar, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, January 19, 2025 of Sarah Denchfield (née Kelly), Shillington, Bedfordshire, England and formerly of St Patrick's Street, Castlerea, Co Roscommon. Predeceased by her father (Miko) (March 2024).

Sarah is deeply regretted by her heart-broken family, her husband Justin, her beloved mother Maura and her siblings Jimmy (Brussels), Paddy (Castlerea), Michael (London), Mark, Fidelma, Martin, Paul and Judith (Castlerea) and Margaret (Annaduff). Also, by her nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, her father-in-law Simon and mother-in-law Pamela, her brothers-in-law Kevin Shaughnessy, Luke Flanagan, Mark Rowley and Noel Denchfield, sister-in-law Sarah, aunts, uncles, cousins, her extended family, her neighbours and her large circle of friends especially her canine friend Charlie. May She Rest In Peace.

Reposing at McDonagh's Funeral Home, Castlerea, on Tuesday evening, January 21 from 4pm until 7pm. The funeral will arrive at St Patrick’s Church, Castlerea on Wednesday morning, January 22 for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am with burial afterward in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Castlerea. House private to family only on Wednesday morning, January 22 please. Sarah’s Funeral Mass will be live-streamed and can be viewed on www.mcdonaghfuneraldirectors.ie/live-stream. House Private to Family & Friends Only Please. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Donate Here. The recording of Sarah’s Funeral Mass will be available to view again in our Viewing Room from Wednesday afternoon, January 22 www.mcdonaghfuneraldirectors.ie/viewing-room

Betty (Bridget) McAndrew (née Mulligan), Beeston, Nottingham and previously of Drumshanbo South, Farnaught, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family aged 91 on Sunday, December 22, 2024 of Betty (Bridget) McAndrew (née Mulligan) of Beeston, Nottingham and previously of Drumshanbo South, Farnaught, Co Leitrim.

Now reunited with her beloved Frank. A cherished mother to Katrina, Bernadette, Fiona, Grainne and Rosaleen. An adoring grandmother to Francesca, Joseph and Ciaran Bond. A warm hearted mother-in-law to Tom and a dear sister to Mary Curtis (Raheny, Dublin). Betty will be greatly missed by her heartbroken family and all those who loved her. Pre-deceased by her loving parents James and Ann (nee Scanlon) and her sister Annie. 

Betty will be received into the Church of The Assumption, Beeston on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 5pm. Her Requiem Mass will take place the following morning on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 11am, before being laid to rest with her husband Frank at Beeston Cemetery. Live streaming of the Mass will be available for viewing. Please contact the Funeral Director.

Family flowers preferred or donations to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart via the Funeral Director will be gratefully received. A. W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, Trent House, 106 Station Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2AY. 0115 922 0433 www.lymn.co.uk

Padraig Casey, Whitepark, Dysart, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully in the excellent care of the staff at Thomond Lodge Nursing Home Ballymahon surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, January 16, 2025 of Pádraig Casey, Whitepark, Dysart, Mullingar Co. Westmeath and formerly Cornamona, Co. Galway.

Predeceased by parents Peter and Maimie, and his sister Ann. Pádraig will be lovingly remembered by his family, sisters Máire, Kathleen, Betty and Ita, and his brother Séan, brothers-in-law Con Breen and Joseph Creane, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, cousins, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May he Rest in Peace.

Reposing at the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar Mortuary on Sunday, January 19 from 4pm concluding with funeral prayers at 5.30pm. Arriving for funeral mass at 12 noon on Monday, January 20 to St Patrick's Church Dysart Co Westmeath N91 AFS2. Burial afterwards in Loughnavalley Cemetery. Pádraig’s family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support shown to them during this sad time. House private at all times.

Annie Heyneman, Kilnavart, Ballyconnell, Cavan

The death occurred suddenly on Saturday, January 11, 2025 of Annie Heyneman, Kilnavart, Ballyconnell, Cavan. Predeceased by her parents Maureen and Dan McLaughlin.

She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Henk, her children, brother and sisters, future son-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace. 

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Denise Collins (née Finneran), Rooskey, Bealnamulla, Athlone, Roscommon.

The death occurred peacefully, after an illness bravely borne, surrounded by her loving family in the wonderful care of Roscommon Hospice on Monday, January 20, 2025 of Denise Collins (née Finneran), Rooskey, Bealnamulla, Athlone, Co Roscommon.

Predeceased recently by her husband Gerry, father Sean and brother Michael. Sadly missed by her heartbroken children Zoe, Mia and Jay, mother Nancy (Kiltoom), sisters Bernie Faulkner (Boston) (Andy) and Annette Warby (Kiltoom) (Patrick), sister-in-law Patricia Finneran (Glanduff) brothers Padraig (Bealnamulla) (Mary) and Declan (Bealnamulla) (Edel), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and her many good friends. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Denise will repose at St Brigid's Funeral Home, Brideswell (N37 EK88) on Thursday evening, January 23 from 5pm until 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, January 24 at 12 noon in S.S. Peter & Paul's Church, Athlone, with burial afterwards in Drum cemetery. Those who wish to stream Denise's funeral Mass live, may do so by clicking on https://www.churchservices.tv/athlone

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Foundation. The Collins family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time. House Strictly Private.

Ann Concagh (née Kearney), Stonetown, Williamstown, Galway / Glenamaddy, Galway / Castlerea, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully in loving care of Roscommon Hospice on Sunday, January 19, 2025 of Ann Concagh (née Kearney) Stonetown, Williamstown, Co Galway and formerly of Kilmurry, Castlerea, Co Roscommon. 

Ann, beloved wife of the late Patrick and sister of the late Paddy, John and Peggy. Ann will be sadly missed by her sisters Bridie Beirne (Castlerea), Mary Cox (Strokestown) and Eileen Dowling (Roscommon). Also, by her sister-in-law Maureen, brothers-in-law Michael and Vincent, her nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, nieces-in-law, nephews-in-law, extended family, neighbours and friends. May She Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Glenamaddy Community Centre, (F45 YO30) on Tuesday evening, January 21 from 6pm until 8pm with removal at 8:15pm to St. Patrick’s Church, Glenamaddy (F45 A339). Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, January 22 at 1.30pm with burial afterwards to Creggs Road Cemetery. Family flowers only donations, if desired, to the Roscommon Hospice c/o of McDonagh Funeral Directors, Castlerea. Funeral Mass can be listened to on the local church radio, 106.6FM.

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