Deaths in Longford - Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Charlotte (Lottie) Small (née Campbell), Coolarty, Longford

The recent death has occurred peacefully in the loving care of the staff at Oak Wood Nursing Home, Roscommon on Saturday, April 12, 2025 of Charlotte (Lottie) Small (nee Campbell), Coolarty, Longford.

Predeceased by her parents Robert and Kitty, her loving husband Joseph and her brother Charlie. Deeply regretted by her sons Fred, John, Alec and David, daughter Sarah, her grandchildren, brothers David and Sandy, sisters-in-law, cousins, relatives and friends. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Our Lady's Manor, Edgeworthstown on Wednesday, April 16 from 5pm until 8pm. Funeral Service in St. Patrick's Church, Granard on Thursday, April 17 at 2pm. Burial afterwards in adjoining Churchyard. House private please.

Charlie (Lally) Ballesty, Lisdreenagh, Mostrim, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the care of the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital and in the presence of his loving family on Sunday, April 13, 2025 of Charlie (Lally) Ballesty, Lisdreenagh, Mostrim, Co Longford. 

Predeceased by his parents Charlie and Annie, Lally will be sadly missed by his loving wife Dympna, daughter Louise, sons Hughie, Charlie and Mark, his sister Rose Halpin, Grandchildren Gavin and Glen, daughters-in-law Elaine and Mary, brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, niece, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace.

Reposing in Our Lady's Manor Edgeworthstown, on Tuesday evening, April 15 from 4pm with prayers from 8pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 16 at 12 noon in St. Mary's Church, Legan, with burial afterwards in the new cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed HERE.

Eileen Casey (née Geoghegan) Ballagh, Newtowncashel, Longford / Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully in her 100th year, in the wonderful care of the staff at Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home on Saturday, April 12, 2025 of Eileen Casey (née Geoghegan), Ballagh, Newtowncashel, Co Longford and formerly of Cornaher, Tyrrellspass.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Michael (Tally), by her brothers Pat Joe and Seamus and by her sisters Josie, Maura, Madeline, Esther, and Rosaleen. Eileen will be very sadly missed by her loving children Donal, Regina, Micheál, Raymond, and Ann, her adored grandchildren Evin, Maria, Claire, Fiona, Stewart, Luke, Orla, Niamh, Alva, Rebecca, and Helena; her darling great-grandchild Indi, her loving brother Kieran (Tyrrellspass), loving sister Christine McGurran (Kilkenny), daughters-in-law Caroline, Lucy, and Gaye; granddaughter-in-law Michele and by her extended family, neighbours, and friends. Eileen’s kindness, care, and love will leave a lasting impression on all who knew her. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Tuesday, April 15 from 5pm until 7pm, followed by removal to the Church of the Blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel arriving for evening prayers at 8.30pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Wednesday, April 16 at 12  noon, interment afterwards in Cashel cemetery. We kindly ask for family flowers only at this time, donations if desired, to St. Christopher’s Services, Longford, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE.

John McGuinness, Artane, Dublin / Coolarty, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by loving family on Saturday, April 12, 2025 of John McGuinness,  Artane, Dublin and formerly of Coolarty, Co Longford. Late of Department of Agriculture. John was cared for in his home by his family and spent his final days in St Francis Hospice, Raheny. 

Predeceased by his parents Stephen Snr. and Marcella. Beloved husband, father and adored grandfather. John will be very sadly missed by his wife Lorraine, daughter Josie and son John. Son-in-law Paul Maguire and daughter-in-law-to-be Sinéad Whooley. Granddaughters Olivia and Georgia, brothers and sisters Geraldine Halton (Cavan), Margaret and Mary, Stephen, Al and Pat (USA), brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, many friends and good neighbours. May He Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Jennings Funeral Home, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock D17 FK58 on Tuesday afternoon April 15 from 3pm to 5pm. Removal on Wednesday morning, April 16 to the Church of The Nativity of Our Lord, Montrose Park, Beaumont D05X8F8 arriving for Funeral Mass at 11.30am followed by burial in Glasnevin Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the following charities, in recognition of their importance to John and the McGuinness Family, Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association and St Francis Hospice, Raheny. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. 

Marguerite Staunton (née Murphy), Silverlawn, Navan, Meath / Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred on Monday, April 14, 2025 of Marguerite Staunton (nee Murphy), Silverlawn, Navan, Co. Meath and formerly Ballymahon Street, Longford town. Retired school teacher of Beaufort College and Dunshaughlin Community College. 

Predeceased by her husband Liam, parents Frank and Margaret, sisters Celia and Johanna, brothers Frankie and Eugene. Peacefully after a long illness at Carechoice Trim. She will be sadly missed by her sons Emmet and David, daughter Joanne, grandchildren Emmet, Alanna, Éanín, Katie, Isabelle, Aoden and Maeve, brothers in law Tommy (Donlon), Tom and Gerard, sister in law Jean (MacGearailt), nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Marguerite Rest In Peace.

Reposing at James Fox’s Funeral Home, Abbeylands, Navan C15PH6T, on Easter Sunday, April 20 from 4pm until 7pm. Arriving to St. Mary’s Church, Navan on Easter Monday, April 21 for 10am Funeral Mass, which can be viewed live on http://navanparish.ie/livestream . Burial afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery, Co. Longford,(arriving 12.45pm approx).

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff in Carechoice, Trim who cared for Marguerite with dignity and compassion during her time there. 

Seamus Keogh, Slattamore, Rooskey, Roscommon / Ballyguilemore, Wicklow

The death occurred peacefully at Drumderrig House Nursing Home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 of Seamus Keogh Slattamore, Rooskey, Roscommon, formerly St Laurances Road / Ballyguile, Wicklow Town.

Predeceased by his wife Rosaleen. Sadly missed by his loving brothers Liam, Joe, Jerry, Sean (predeceased), sisters Elizabeth, Catherine, Josephine, Margaret and May (predeceased), nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Drumderrig House Nursing Home who cared for Seamus for the last few years.

Funeral Mass on Monday, April 21 in Slatta Church, St Anne’s at 12 noon with burial afterwards in Kilglass Cemetery, for those unable to attend the Funeral Mass can be viewed online HERE. Any further enquiries to Higgins and Sons Funeral Directors Boyle and Ballinameen, 086 2328291.

Joanne Devine (née Goldrick), Castlepollard, Co Westmeath / Palmerstown, Dublin

The death occurred unexpectedly at her home, following a short illness on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 of Joanne Devine (née Goldrick) Castlepollard, Co Westmeath and formerly of Palmerstown, Co Dublin.

Joanne was predeceased by loving aunts, uncles, grandparents and friends, whom she cherished. Beloved mother of her daughters Lauren and Caitlin, Joanne will be dearly missed by her parents Jean and Gerry (Goldrick), brother Gerard, loving ex-husband Noel, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, her wonderful neighbours and friends, and all who knew her kind, bubbly, good-hearted soul. May Joanne Rest In Peace

Funeral Arrangements Later

Marie Costello, Greaghrevamore, Aughnasheelin, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 of Marie Costello, Greaghrevamore, Aughnasheelin, Leitrim. 

Predeceased by her father Tom and her mother Margaret. Deeply regretted by her heartbroken son Osman (Ossie) daughter-in-law Orla, adored grandchildren Nicole, Katie and Thomas, her sister Betty, brother Tommy, nieces Sharon, Michelle and Catherine, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore N41TD62 on Wednesday, April 16 from 6pm to 8pm. Removal from her home on Holy Thursday morning, April 17 to arrive at St. Mary’s Church, Aughnasheelin for Funeral Mass at 11 am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. 

Shay (James) Hession, Dromod, Leitrim, N41 CX64 / Dublin

The recent death has occurred peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 of Shay (James) Hession, Ard na Cuain, Dromod, Co. Leitrim and formerly Dublin.

Predeceased by his brothers Brendan and Frank, sister Pat Seery. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving family. Devoted wife Ann, son Damian, daughters Kate and Sarah, daughter-in-law Angela, sons-in-law Alan Makin and Damian Sharkey. Adored grandchildren Grace, Lucy, Sam, Alex, Jack, Conor, Penny and Rory, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his residence Ard na Cuain, Dromod (N41 CX64) on Thursday, April 17 from 6pm until 8pm. Shay’s Cremation service will take place in Mount Jerome Crematorium, Dublin on Friday, April 18 at 4pm.

Anne Mulvey (née Martin) Galway / Roscommon town, Co Roscommon

The death occurred suddenly at home on Sunday, April 13, 2025 of Anne Mulvey (nee Martin) Galway/ Roscommon town.

Predeceased by her parents Louie and Seamus. Forever loved and very sadly missed by her heartbroken family; daughters Claire and Jean and their father Gerry, Claire's partner Mark, grandchildren Jason, Ria and Callum, brother Liam (Strokestown) and sister Amy Talbot (Athenry), sister-in-law Josie, brother-in-law Gerry, nieces, Aisling, Niamh, Louise, Linda, Ruth and Rhona and nephew Cian. Anne will be sadly missed also by her cousins and the Mulvey family, her wide circle of friends including work colleagues and her friends in the folk group in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Westside.

Funeral Arrangements: Easter Sunday, April 20 Anne will repose in 'St. Pio's Room' within the Church of the Sacred Heart, Seamus Quirke Road from 5 p.m. with removal into the Church at 6.30 p.m. Monday, April 21: Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Anne at 11 a.m. and following Mass she will be laid to rest in St Coman’s Cemetery, Roscommon. Live Streaming link for Mass: Here

Memorial donations. If you would like to remember Anne by making a memorial donation, please consider giving to MSIreland and / or Galway Autism Partners - two charities supported by Anne.

Thomas Reilly, Ballinagh, Co Cavan / Cavan town, Co Cavan

The death occurred suddenly at Cavan General Hospital on Friday, April 11, 2025 of Thomas Reilly, Carrigan, Ballinagh, Co Cavan and formerly Newbridge, Co Kildare.

Pre-deceased by his parents Kevin and Clare Reilly. Sadly missed and dearly loved by his heartbroken children Kian, Thomas and Ciara and their mother Bridget, his Partner and their daughter Kievagh, stepchildren, grandchildren, sisters Ann Marie and Maggie, brothers Hugh and P.J, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbours, relatives and friends, also his many army colleagues.

Reposing in Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan on Tuesday evening, April 15 from 6.30pm until 9.00pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday, April 16 at 11am in the Cathedral of SS Patrick and Felim, Cavan, interment afterwards in Mullaghboy Cemetery. May He Rest In Peace. Funeral Mass will be live streamed on http://www.cavantownparish.com/webcam

Brendan Dunne, Gardanne, France / formerly of Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully following an illness borne with great courage on Saturday, March 15, 2025 of Brendan Dunne, Gardanne, France and formerly of Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon. 

Beloved husband to Marion (McDevitt) and devoted father to Emma & Matthieu. Cherished son of Noreen and the late Denis. Loving brother to Siobhán, Gráinne, Gary, Niamh & Fiona. Brendan will be sadly missed by his heartbroken family, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and a wide circle of friends and neighbours.

Funeral in France with commemoration service at a later date in Ireland.