Deaths in Longford - Friday, January 16, 2026

Madeline (Madge) Finn (née Cowen), Lanesboro, Longford / Offaly

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the tender care of the staff of Innis Ree Nursing Home, Ballyleague on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 of Madeline (Madge) Finn (nee Cowen), Rathcline Road, Lanesboro, Co Longford, formerly of Clara, Ferbane and Crossmolina.

Predeceased by her parents John and Ita, her brothers Christy, Jim, Tom, Con and Noel and sisters Mary and baby Anne. Madge will be sadly missed and remembered with much love by her husband Jim, children John (Cork), Shirley (Trim) and Michael (Dublin), grandchildren Fiona, Kitty, Zara, Emilie, Cillian, Fionnan, Kirsten, Oisin and Lauren, great grandson Rua, daughters-in-law Bairbre and Sinead, son-in-law Peter, cousins, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39EC81), Longford from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm on Thursday, January 15. Removal from her home at 11.45am on Friday, January 16 to St Mary’s Church, Lanesboro for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon, interment afterwards in Clonbonny cemetery. Family Flowers only. Donations, if desired, to the Longford Branch of the Alzheimer Society of Ireland, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. House private please.

Imelda McLoone (née Kelly), Ballyshannon, Donegal, F94 F6D7 / Ballymahon, Longford

The death occurred surrounded by her loving family at Sligo University Hospital on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 of  Imelda McLoone (nee Kelly), Abbeylane, Ballyshannon, Co Donegal formerly of Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her husband Michael, her parents Michael and Josephine, her sister Maisie and her brothers Hugh, Brendan and Matt. Survived by her children Michael, David, Philip and Caroline, her daughters in-law Elaine, Aoife and Louise and son in-law Noel. Adored by her grandchildren Aaron, Kate, Daniel, Nicole, Emily and Conall. Brother Mike (Washington DC) and in-laws Catherine McLoone, Catherine Kelly, Peter and Liz, Paul and Marie, nieces, nephews, all her extended family and many friends.

Reposing at her residence Abbeylane, Ballyshannon, F94 F6D7 on Thursday, January 15 from 4pm to 8pm and Friday, January 16 from 3pm to 7pm. Removal on Saturday, January 17 from her residence for 11am Funeral Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Ballyshannon followed by burial afterwards in the Abbey Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. 

The family are immensely grateful to all who looked after Imelda in recent years and for all their support during the recent bereavement of her husband Michael. The McLoone Family would like to thank you for your support and prayers at this sad time. The house shall be private to family outside of reposing times and on the morning of the funeral. 

Peter Galligan, Glasscarrick, Loughduff, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of his devoted family on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 of Peter Galligan, Glasscarrick, Loughduff, Cavan. Predeceased by his parents, Conor and Frances (née Moynagh), his brother Patrick, sister Sr Margaret (Sisters of Mercy, Colwyn Bay) and his darling Grandson, Tiarnán.

Peter will be forever loved and sadly missed by his devoted family, loving wife Brigid, children Claire (Kevin), Paula (Kevin), Conor (Roslyn), Irene (Tim), Peter Paul, David (Laura). Sadly missed by his adored grandchildren who brought him such joy and happiness. Sisters Bridie Dobson, Mary Kraemer, brothers Connie, James, Brendan and Thomas, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis. 

Reposing at his home on Friday, January 16 followed by removal to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Mullahoran (N39 HN84) arriving at 6pm. Funeral mass on Saturday, January 17 at 12 noon. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.House private to neighbours and close friends. Family flowers only. Donations in Lieu if desired to Féileacáin HERE. The Galligan family wish to sincerely acknowledge the dedicated care Daddy received in Cavan General Hospital and from his wonderful carers who looked after him with such care and dignity in our home.

Margaret Scollan (née Doherty), Shrewane, Fenagh, Leitrim / Mohill, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the tender care of the Staff of Medical 1, Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 of Margaret Scollan (née Doherty) Shrewane, Fenagh, Co Leitrim and formerly of Drumdoo, Mohill, Co Leitrim. 

Predeceased by her beloved husband Michael, Parents Michael and Elizabeth, Sisters; Mai, Lily and Bernadette, Brothers; Thomas and Sean, Nephews; Michael and John, Niece Margaret and Brother in law Tom. Deeply regretted by her loving family Niall, Killian, Francis, Conor, Ceara and Mairéad, Daughters in law Mary, Nuala and Joette, Son in law Terry, Adored Grandchildren Aaron, Jarláth, Cormac, Shane, Darragh, Alisha, Evan, Annaliese, Michael, Eoin and Cian, Sister in law Anita, nephews, nieces, grand nephews, grand nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Margaret's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High Street Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim (N41 TD62) on Friday January 16 from 6pm until 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection in St Mary's Church, Foxfield (N41 RC99) on Saturday, January 17 at 2pm. Burial afterwards in Fenagh Abbey Cemetery. 

Josephine Moran (née Tiernan), Skymartin Eslin, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim, N41 FK24 / Cloone, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in the care of the nurses and staff of the Northwest Hospice Sligo on Tuesday January 13, 2026 of Josephine Moran (née Tiernan) of Skymartin, Eslin, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim and formerly of Cornagher, Cloone, Co Leitrim.

Pre-deceased by her husband Tommie and her brothers Pat Tiernan, Cornagher, Cloone and Joe Tiernan Streete, Co Westmeath. Deeply missed by her daughters Anne-Marie Moran, Geraldine Lee and Margaret McNabola, her sisters Mary McDonagh (Dromod) and Annie Reilly (Leganomer, Ballinamore), her son-in-laws Stephen Hegarty, Oliver Lee and David McNabola, her grandchildren Matthew, Ronan, Lorrainne, Laura, Clodagh and Fiona, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Josephine's Rest in Peace.

Josephine will repose at the home of her daughter and son-in-law Margaret and David McNabola, Bunnymore, Eslinbridge, (N41 FK24) on Friday, January 16 from 5pm to 8pm. House private please to family, neighbours and close friends. Funeral Mass in St Patrick's church, Mohill at 11am on Saturday, January 17 with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Josephine's Funeral Mass may be viewed online HERE. 

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to North West Hospice, The Mall, Sligo HERE. The family appreciates your sympathy, support and understanding at this sad time. 

Valerie Christine O’Sullivan, Loch Gowna, Cavan / Robertstown, Kildare

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan Hospital, surrounded by her family and friends on Monday, January 12, 2026 of Valerie Christine O'Sullivan, Lakeview, Lock Gowan, Co Cavan and formerly Robertstown, Co Kildare. 

Predeceased by her beloved son Patrick and his father Seamus Wyse. Valerie will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by her heartbroken son Thomas, daughter in law KC, loving granddaughter Bella Rose, brothers Tony, Morgan, Pat, Martin, Barry and Glen, sisters Maura, Ada, Ita and Rosaleen (RIP), brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. May Valerie Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Glennons Funeral Home, Allenwood on Sunday, January 18 from 4pm - 6pm with prayers at 5.30pm. Removal on Monday morning, January 19 to arrive at The Garden Chapel, Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harolds Cross, Dublin for cremation service at 11.15am. Valerie's service will be live streamed HERE. Family flowers only please donations if desired to 'Breakthrough Cancer Research' HERE. 

Anne McPadden, London & formerly Church Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 of Anne McPadden London and formerly Church Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.

Pre-deceased by her father J.J, mother Annie and brother P.J. Our cherished sister Anne will be sadly missed by her brothers and sisters; Jim, Mary, Michael, John, Rosaleen & Carmel, sisters in law, brother in law, nieces, nephews, extended family & friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, N41 TD62 on Thursday evening, January 15 from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass at 12 noon on Friday, January 16 in St Patrick’s Church, Ballinamore. Burial afterwards in St Brigid’s Cemetery, Drumkeeran, Co Leitrim. House private please. Funeral Mass may be viewed live HERE.

Maureen Maguire, Cluain Bhride, Ballintubber, Roscommon / Donamon, Roscommon

The death occurred suddenly but peacefully, in the loving care of her family, aged 42 years on Sunday, January 11, 2026 of Maureen Maguire, Cluain Bhríde, Ballintubber, Co Roscommon and formerly of Corbally, Donamon, Co Roscommon.

Beloved mother to Eva and Jarlath. Deeply regretted by her parents Mary and Pat Maguire, brothers Charles, Gerry, Damien and Aidan, her partner Aidan Scanlon, aunts Anne Conlon, Margaret Higgins, Patricia Noone and Mary Handy (Clara), uncle Oliver Maguire (Lanesboro), sisters-in-law Edel and Nadia, Eva’s father John Murphy, her cousins, nieces and nephews Amelia, Cian, Patrick, Nova and Sophie, her many friends, neighbours and work colleagues in Tesco Roscommon.

She is predeceased by her grandparents Charlie & Maureen Conlon and Eugene & Margaret Maguire. May Maureen’s kind and gentle soul rest in peace.

Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Thursday evening, January 15 from 4.30pm until 7pm (with a short comfort break at 5.30pm). Removal to St Patrick’s Church, Clooneycolgan (F42 NR28) on Friday morning, January 16 arriving for Mass of the Resurrection at 11.30am. Burial afterwards in Oran Cemetery. Maureen’s Funeral Mass will be live streamed and can be viewed live HERE. 

Maureen’s family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to all her wonderful relatives, neighbours, friends and work colleagues for the incredible outpouring of kindness and offers of support to them since the news of her unexpected passing broke on Sunday. 

Margaret ‘Gretta’ Duignan-McGuire, Oceanside, NY and formerly, Dromod, Leitrim / Mohill, Leitrim

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Margaret ‘Gretta’ Duignan-McGuire, Oceanside, NY and formerly Dromod, Co Leitrim/ Mohill, Co Leitrim who departed this life on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 in Oceanside, NY. 

She was a beloved Wife, Mother, Nanny, Aunt and Friend. Gretta will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. Gretta is survived by her beloved husband Terry Joe of 51 years, celebrated this January 4th, 2026, doting children Jennifer, Allison (Vinny) and Terence (Shawna) and her precious grandchildren Vincent Peter and Finley Grace. Gretta is blessed to be further survived by her loving brothers Charlie (Patsy), Peter (Aideen), Leo (Kay d. 2024 R.I.P.), Tom (Phyllis) and Joe (Mary Geraldine) and adoring sisters Liz (Jim d. 2022 R.I.P.) and twin Marian (Liam). From Terry Joe’s family, Gretta will be missed by siblings, Gerry (Eileen), Margaret (Gaafar d. 2022 R.I.P), Phyllis (Noel) and Lily (Brendan) as well as countless relatives and friends who cherished her warmth, kindness, infallible wit and joy that she brought to all.

Born in Dromod/Mohill, Co Leitrim on May 1, 1954 Gretta spent the earliest years of her life in Ireland until she, Terry Joe and the kids immigrated to New York in 1989 where they spent the last 37 years. Here, she not only found, but also thrived in her passions as a hairdresser, frequently shopping at TJ Maxx, attending comedy clubs, adoring her beloved pets and taking Sunday drives with Terry Joe.

We hold in the close comfort of our hearts that she is welcomed by her cherished parents Moll and Harry, and brother Patrick as she arrives in God's Kingdom (RIP). May her beautiful and hilarious spirit rest in peace as we all remember her lovingly until we meet again. Memorial Service at Tower’s Funeral Home, 2681 Long Beach Road, Oceanside, NY 11572, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4pm – 8pm.