Deaths in Longford - Thursday, February 27, 2025

Matthew (Mattie) Forde, Clondra, Longford / Kiltimagh, Mayo

The death occurred peacefully in Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar with his family by his side on Sunday, February 23, 2025 of Matthew (Mattie) Forde, Clondra, Co Longford and formerly of Bohaunes, Kiltimagh, Co Mayo and New York. Predeceased by his parents Matthew and Nora and by his brother Peter. Mattie will be lovingly missed by his family; his wife Mary, sons Matt (Dublin), Kevin and Brian (New York), daughters Monica (Ennis) and Teresa (Galway), brothers Michael, John, Pius, sisters Mary, Aine, Eithne and Bernie, daughters-in-law Therese and Joni, son-in-law Michael, grandchildren Justin, Dubheasa, Brianna, Olivia, Michael, Jessica, Matthew, Lexi and Jadi, great-grandchildren Rían, Layla and Seán, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. 

Reposing at Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road Longford (N39 EC81) on Friday evening, February 28 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday afternoon, March 1 at 2pm in St Brendan's Church, Cloondara, Co Longford. Mattie's cremation will take place on Sunday afternoon, March 2 at 2pm in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan (H12 RF78). Family flowers only please, donations, if desired to St Josephs Care Centre Longford c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.

Ita O'Dowd (née McGee), Lucan, Dublin / Aughnacliffe, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in her 91st year with her family by her side in the kind care of the staff of The Fern Dean Nursing Home, Blackrock on Saturday, February 22, 2025 of Ita O’Dowd (née McGee), Ardeevin, Lucan, Dublin and formerly of Aughnacliffe, Co Longford

Beloved wife of the late Michael. Forever missed by her daughters Alice, Úna and Catherine, son-in-law Andy and adored grandsons Harry, Alfie and Rory. Also regretted by her sister Evangeline Cummins, her sisters-in-law Helena, Marian and Marie, brothers-in-law Joe and Harry, nieces, nephews, grand-nephews and grand-nieces, the extended McGee and O’Dowd families, neighbours, former work colleagues and her large circle of friends. Predeceased by her siblings Fr Phil, Sr Kathleen, Alice, Paid and Eugene. 

Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Lucan on Thursday evening, February 27 between 4.30pm and 7pm. Removal on Friday morning, February 28 to St Mary’s Church, Lucan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Esker Cemetery. Ita’s Funeral Mass may be viewed online (live only) by following this LINK. Family flowers only. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.

Mary Kennedy Fennell, 'Mountashborough', Ballycloughan, Carrickboy, Longford

The death occurred, suddenly but peacefully at her home, on Saturday, February 22, 2025 of Mary Kennedy Fennell, 'Mountashborough', Ballycloughan, Carrickboy, Longford. Predeceased by her parents Dan and Mollie Kennedy (Celbridge). Mary will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, her beloved husband Michael, adored son Stuart and his partner Monta, greatly loved grandson Mason, sisters, brothers, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and many friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at her home in Ballycloughan (N39 YN84) on Wednesday, February 26 from 3pm until 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Thursday, February 27 in St Brigid’s Church, Ardagh at 11am, afterwards Mary will be interred in Rooske cemetery, Dunboyne alongside her grandparents. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. House private outside of reposing times please.

Christina Clarke, Claris, Newtowncashel, Longford

The death occurred on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 of Christina Clarke, Cricklewood, London and formerly of Claris, Newtowncashel, Longford. Pre-deceased by her parents Joseph and Kate-ann, sisters Teresa, Mary and Lily and by her brother John. Christina will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, brother Bernie, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Friday, February 28 from 9.30am until 11am followed by removal to the Church of the Blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel to arrive for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon, interment afterwards in Saint’s Island Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE.  

Michael Casey, Mountdillon, Curraghroe, Roscommon

The death occurred suddenly at his home on Sunday, February 23, 2025 of Michael Casey, Mountdillon, Curraghroe, Roscommon. Beloved brother of Mary. Mike will be sadly missed by his sorrowing sister, brother-in-law Frank (Reynolds), niece Ciara & her partner Paul, cousins, kind neighbours and many friends. Michael is predeceased by his parents John and Annie-May. Rest In Peace.

Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown (Eircode F42 RK72) on Wednesday, February 26 from 5pm to 6.30pm, followed by removal to St Cecilia's Church, Curraghroe. Funeral Mass on Thursday, February 27 at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Cloontuskert Cemetery.

Eileen Judge, Rathfarnham, Dublin / Drumshanbo, Leitrim

The death occurred  peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 of Eileen Judge, late of Rathfarnham and formerly of Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.

Predeceased by her parents Ellen and Thomas, and her brother-in-law Owen Healy; Eileen will be sadly missed by her sister Frances Healy (née Judge), her cherished nieces and nephews Mary Ellen (Healy) and husband Robert Stachura, Sheila (Healy) and husband Andrew Smith, Allyson Healy, Angela Healy, Jason Healy and wife Carrie, Jonathan Healy and wife Rachel, her grandnieces and nephews Olivia, Kara, Aiden, Siena, Brooke, Alana, Landon, Ronan, Dylan, Samantha, and Adeline, her best friend Gladys and the Guckian family, and all her extended family, friends and neighbours. May She Rest in Peace.

Eileen will be reposing at the Larry Massey Funeral Home, Eden Centre, Grange Road, Rathfarnham, D16 VO46, on Thursday, February 27 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Friday morning, February 28 to the Church of the Divine Word, Marley Grange, D16 H7V2, arriving for 10am Mass, followed by burial in Bohernabreena Cemetery. All enquiries to Larry Massey Funeral Directors, Rathfarnham, on (01)406-1000. Eileen's Funeral Mass may be viewed live HERE.

Tony Martin, Hillview, Ballinderry, Mullingar, Co Westmeath / Athlone, Co Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully (in his 74th year) surrounded by his loving family in the excellent care of the nurses and staff of Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar (Medical II) on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 of Tony Martin Hillview, Ballinderry, Mullingar & formerly of Donamoney, The Pigeons, Athlone, Co Westmeath.

Predeceased by his beloved parents James and Mary, brother James, niece Aisling and brothers-in-law Kevin and John-Joe. Very sadly missed by his loving family Maureen (Walsh), Bridie (Keenaghan), Kathleen (Keenaghan), Teresa (Igoe), Patsy, Eamon and John (J), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and the nursing staff and many good friends at Hillview Residential Care Home, Mullingar. May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Flynn's Funeral Home, The Strand, Athlone on Thursday evening, February 27 from 5pm until 7pm. Requiem Mass on Friday, February 28 at 11am in Church of the Immaculate Conception, Drumraney followed by burial in Tubberclair Cemetery. House Private Please. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time.

Carmel Gilhooly (née Reilly), Drumanure, Carrigallen, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at her Residence surrounded by her loving family after a short illness bravely borne on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 of Carmel Gilhooly (née Reilly), Drumanure, Carrigallen, Leitrim. Predeceased by her son Aron and parents Benny and Maureen.

Carmel will be greatly missed by her heartbroken family husband Benjie, sorrowing daughter Jessica, sons Ben (Darina) and Nigel, adored grandchildren Mathew, Rhea and Ayla, sisters Ann, Bernie, Claire (Teevan), Breege (Galligan), brothers Brian and Padraig, aunt Bridgie, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, relatives and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace. 

Reposing at Smiths funeral home, High Street, Ballinamore, Eircode N41 TD62 on Friday, February 28 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal from her residence on Saturday, March 1 arriving to St Mary's Church, Drumeela, for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Killegar churchyard. House private at all times please except to family, neighbours and close friends. Family flowers only please donations in lieu if so desired to the North West Hospice and the Killegar Church repaired fund c/o McGuckian Funeral Directors or any family member. 

Conor (Con) McGuinness, Pearse Park, Tullamore, Offaly / Aughavas, Leitrim / Mullahoran, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 of Conor (Con) McGuinness, Pearse Park, Tullamore, Offaly / Aughavas, Leitrim / Mullahoran, Cavan. Predeceased by his brothers Declan, Philip and Aidan and his sisters Patricia and Rita. Con will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mary, son Neil, daughters Sheila and Freda, daughter in law Anne, sons in law Paul McKeon and Kevin Ward, his adored grandchildren Colm, Conor, Eoin, Rory, Tom, Killian, Alice and Grace, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May He Rest In Peace. 

Reposing at O'Reilly's Funeral Home, Harbour Street, Tullamore, on Wednesday from 5pm until Removal at 7pm to the Church of the Assumption, Tullamore. Funeral Mass on Thursday morning at 10am followed by Burial after Mass in Clonminch Cemetery, Tullamore. House private please. Family flowers only. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE.

Sr Dominica (Peggy) O'Reilly, Rathbracken, Granard, Longford / Ballymote, Sligo

The death occurred peacefully, in her 96th year, in West Leaderville, Perth, Australia, in the loving care of St John of God's Convent Sisters and her nephew, Kevin Gallagher on Friday, February 21, 2025 of Sr Dominica (Peggy) O'Reilly, late of Rathbracken, Granard, Co Longford and formerly of St John of God Convent, Dun Bhrid, Ballymote, Sligo. 

Predeceased by her parents, brothers and sisters, most recently her Sister Joan Gallagher, Rathbracken. Peg will be sadly missed by her Brother Tommy O'Reilly (Newry), Sisters Ellen Float (UK), Liz McNerney and Bridie Myericks (USA), nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

A Memorial Mass will be offered in Peg's memory on March 21 at 7.30pm in St Mary's Church, Granard. Peg will be laid to rest in Perth. May she rest in eternal peace.

Elizabeth O'Sullivan (née McBride), Knockrour West, Scartaglen, Kerry / Rooskey, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at University Hospital Kerry, after a short illness, with her family by her side on Sunday, February 23, 2025 of Elizabeth O'Sullivan (nee McBride), Knockrour West, Scartaglen Co Kerry and formerly of Rooskey, Co Roscommon. 

Predeceased by her parents Michael and Kathleen and her sisters Teresa and Marion. Sadly missed by her loving husband John, her four sons Joe, John, Denis and Donald, daughters-in-law Katie and Shannon, her adored six grandchildren Ciarán, Michelle, Aoife, Seán, Liam and Ellie, her brother Michael John, sisters Bridget and Una , brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Tangney's Funeral Home Church Street Castleisland on Wednesday evening, February 26 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal from her residence on Thursday morning, February 27 at 11.30am arriving at the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes Scartaglen for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Scartaglen Cemetery.  The Mass will be livestreamed HERE.