Deaths in Longford - Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Martin Balfe, Stonepark, Longford

The death occurred peacefully on Monday, June 16, 2025 of Martin Balfe, Stonepark, Longford. 

Pre-deceased by his parents Joseph and Winifred and by his brother Aidan. Martin will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, sisters Linda Bishop (Texas, U.S.A.), Carmel Glancy (Drumsna, Co Leitrim) and Miriam McCaffrey (Perth, Australia), brother Sean (Dublin), 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 Thursday, June 19 from 11am until 12 noon followed by removal at 12.30pm to St Anne’s Church, Curry to arrive for Mass of the Resurrection at 1pm, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery.

Martin Fagan, Bayside, Dublin / Ballyfermot, Dublin / Drumlish, Longford

The death occurred suddenly, after a short illness on Sunday, June 15, 2025 of Martin Fagan, Bayside, Dublin / Ballyfermot, Dublin / Drumlish, Longford. Predeceased by his loving parents Rachel and Sonny.

Missed by his four sons Tom, Steve, Chris and Brian and their mum Marie. Fondly remembered by his daughters-in-law Claire, Zehra and Hannah, grandchildren Caoimhe, Daire, Conor, Imogen and Rory. Martin will be sadly missed by his loving sister Rita and his brothers Danny, Thomas and Christy, along with all the extended family, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, good neighbours and good friends in both Dublin and Longford. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. 

Martin will arrive at Dardistown Crematorium (K67 HP26) on Saturday, June 21 for 12.30pm, followed by cremation.

Mary McCormack, (née Lennon), Bawn T5, Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her heartbroken family in the Lisdarn Unit, Cavan on Saturday, June 14, 2025 of Mary McCormack (née Lennon), Bawn T5, Longford and formerly of Cruckalissa, Killoe, Co Longford. 

Predeceased by her parents James and Bridget, sister Patricia and brother-in-law Terry. Mary will be sadly missed and always remembered with love by her family, her husband and best friend Tommy, her cherished children Joe, Stephen and Trisha, daughter-in-law Edel, her adored grandchildren Páidí and Erin, brothers Jimmy and Michael, sister Theresa, brothers-in-law Jimmy McCormack, Theresa's partner Mike, sisters-in-law Mary and Josie (McCormack), Roisin and Mary (Lennon) and Sarah McCormack, nephews, nieces, relatives and her wonderful 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. May your Gentle Soul Rest in Peace Mary.

Mary will repose in Connell's Funeral Home, Church St, Longford N39 KN66 on Monday, June 16 from 5pm until 9pm. Removal from her home on Tuesday, June 17 to arrive to St Mary's Church, Ennybegs, N39 AH01 for Funeral Mass at 1pm. Following Mass, Mary will be laid to rest in Aughaboy Cemetery. Mass can be viewed live HERE. 

In keeping with Mary's wishes the family have requested that everyone attending, wear bright colours in celebration of Mary's life. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to St Christopher's Longford or Palliative Care Team c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. Mary's family would like to thank all who looked after her, especially the doctors, nurses and staff of Medical 5, Cavan General Hospital, and the staff of the Lisdarn Unit. Your kindness and care will be forever remembered.

Frances Farrell, Toneen, Moydow, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff of Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home, Edgeworthstown on Sunday, June 15, 2025 of Frances Farrell, Toneen, Moydow, Longford. 

Predeceased by her parents Peter and Bridie, sister Maureen, brother Peter (Poundy), sister-in-law Theresa Farrell, brothers-in-law John Connell and Connie Lee, nephew Glen Lee and her uncle Seamus Finn. Frances will be forever remembered with love by her family, her dear sister Teresa, her cherished niece and nephews Mary Farrell, Noel (Pamela) and Alan (Lisa) Lee, grandnieces and grandnephew, relatives, her wonderful neighbours and friends.

Softly in the morning, You heard a gentle call, You took the hand God offered you, And quietly left us all. Rest in Peace Frances.

Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford N39 KN66 on Tuesday, June 17 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, June 18 at 12.30pm in St Mary's Church, Moydow. Following Mass, Frances will be laid to rest in the family plot in Moydow Cemetery. Mass can be viewed live HERE. Please Note: Teresa's home private at all times.

Hugh Patrick Prior, Greaghnaloughry, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Sunday, June 15, 2025 of Hugh Patrick Prior, Greaghnaloughry, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.

Predeceased by his parents John Francis and Bridget. Hugh Patrick will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mary Theresa, daughters Sinéad, Karen, Louise & Aisling, sister Mary Kate, sons-in-law Colm, Graeme & Aaron, his adored grand-daughters Aoibheann, Emily, Orlaith & Lucy, nieces Geraldine & Mairead, nephew Shane, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, extended family, relatives, neighbours & friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim N41 TD62 on Tuesday evening, June 17 from 6pm until 8pm. Removal from his home on Wednesday morning, June 18 to arrive at St. Brigid's Church, Corraleehan for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/corraleehan 

House private please. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Oncology Unit at Cavan General Hospital. C/O Smith's Funeral Directors.

Leo McNulty, Gowel, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in his 90th year in the tender care of the staff at Arus Carolan Nursing Home, Mohill surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 15, 2025 of Leo McNulty, Gowel, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim.

Pre-deceased by his parents John and Mary, brothers Francis and Vincent, sister Mary. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving family, sister Rose Cummins (Jamestown), sister-in-law May (Drumshanbo), niecesGeraldine, Mona, Caroline, Marian, Sharon, Kathrina and Sinéad, nephews Aidan, Anthony and Vincent, extended family, wonderful neighbours and many friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Leo will repose at St Patrick’s Church, Gowel (N41 HX83) on Wednesday, June 18 from 6pm until 8pm. Mass of Christian burial on Thursday, June 19 at 12 noon, followed by burial in Kiltoghert Cemetery.

Noel Beirne, 5 Errill, Shannon Court, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim / Drumsna, Leitrim / Ballaghaderreen, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at St. Patrick’s Hospital Carrick-on-Shannon surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 14, 2025  of Noel Beirne, 5 Errill, Shannon Court, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim and formerly Drumsna, Leitrim / Ballaghaderreen, Roscommon. 

Predeceased by his parents Tom and Mary. Sadly missed by his heartbroken family, wife Stephanie, son Gary and daughter Tracy, daughter-in-law Donna, son-in-law Niall, adored grandchildren Dillon, Mia and Amy, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.

Noel will repose at The Heritage Centre, Chapel of Rest, Church Lane, Carrick-on-Shannon (N41 KP62) on Monday, June 16 from 4pm until 6pm. Removal to Lakeland’s crematorium on Tuesday morning June 17 for memorial service at 2pm.

Noel’s memorial service will be streamed live here Noel's Memorial Service. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Patient Comfort Fund St Patrick’s Hospital Donations to Patient Comfort Fund St. Patrick's Hospital or North West Hospice Sligo through Donations to North West Hospice

Chris (Christy) Powell, Glasson, Westmeath / Athlone, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully at home on Thursday, June 12, 2025  of Chris (Christy) Powell, Glasson Village, Athlone, Co. Westmeath (Retired Company Sergeant, Military Police, Custume Barracks, Athlone).

Predeceased by his sons James, Richard and Edward (Eddie). Sadly missed by his loving wife Mary, daughters Marie, Ellen, Anne, Patricia and Olivia, sons Christopher and Michael, brother Hugh, in-laws, his adoring grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May He Rest In Peace. 

Reposing at Flynn's Funeral Home, The Strand on Wednesday, June 18 from 6pm until 8pm. Requiem Mass at 11am on Thursday, June 19 in Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tubberclair followed by burial afterwards in the Adjoining Cemetery. House Private Please. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time. 

Mary McKenna (née Reynolds), Macetown, Navan, Meath and formerly Castletown, Finea, Co Westmeath

The recent death occurred peacefully in her 94th year at Gormanstown Wood Nursing Home on Monday, June 16, 2025 of Mary McKenna (nee Reynolds), Macetown, Navan, Meath and formerly Castletown, Finea, Co Westmeath.

Predeceased by her husband Laurence, parents Margaret and John and brothers Packie and Vincent. Mary will be very sadly missed by her loving sons Sean and Larry, daughters Theresa and Caroline, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law Catherine Reynolds (Castletown, Finea) and Rita Reynolds (Manchester), nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May Mary Rest in Peace.

Reposing at St. Joseph's Chapel of Rest, Old Johnstown, Navan (C15 C425) on Wednesday, June 18 from 3pm with Removal at 5.45pm to St. Mary’s Church, Navan, for evening Prayers. Funeral Mass on Thursday, June 19 at 12 noon (livestream) Burial afterwards in St. Finian’s Cemetery.

Michael Patrick Nugent, Hall Green, Birmingham, and formerly, Rooskey, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully aged 86 years on Thursday, May 29, 2025 of Michael Patrick Nugent of Hall Green, Birmingham, and formerly of Rooskey, Co Roscommon, Ireland.

Predeceased by his sister Mary, brother William, and son-in-law Rob. He will be dearly missed by his wife, Bridie; his daughters, Julie and Denise; his son-in-law, Damian; and his beloved grandchildren, Lily, Isabelle, Iris, and James. Also deeply missed by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and all of his extended family.

A Requiem Mass will take place at St Ambrose Barlow Church, Hall Green, on Thursday, June 19 at 12:15pm. This will be followed by burial at Robin Hood Cemetery at 1:45pm. Reception into church will be held on Wednesday, June 18 at 7pm. It will be live streamed HERE. 

If desired, donations can be made to Acorn Children’s Hospice, c/o Stephen & Philip Painter Independent Family Funeral Directors, 192 Robin Hood Lane, Hall Green, Birmingham, B28 0LG.