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Deaths in Longford - Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Quiney Fay (née Boyhan), St Jude's, Minerocks, Longford Town, Longford
The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Quiney Fay (nee Boyhan), St Jude’s, Minerocks, Ballinalee Road, Longford and formerly of Rochfortbridge.
Predeceased by her parents, sisters, brothers and by her grand-daughter Alison. Quiney will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, beloved husband Pat, daughters Caroline O’Rourke, Antoinette O’Brien, Imelda Hynes, Noeleen McCarthy, Denise Bell and Áine Dooley, sons Vincent, Kevin and Paddy, her brother Tom, daughters-in-law Lorraine, Deirdre and Aislinn, sons-in-law Frank, Aidan, Stephen, Ken, Stephen and George, grandchildren Thomas, Emily, Louise, Elliot, Orlagh, Eimear, Aoife, Dylan, Isabelle, Daniel, Hannah, Lucy, Sophie, Ethan, Adam, Amy, Ryan, Jake, Chloe, Sarah, Katie, Sebastian and Senan, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at her home (N39 Y8N4) on Thursday, January 29 from 5pm until 8.30pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, January 30 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 The Alzheimer Society of Ireland HERE. The House is private outside of reposing times please. There is parking available at Glennon’s Funeral Home (N39 EC81), which is in close proximity to the family home. We would encourage people to park there and walk to the house following the directions of the stewards.
Sr Marie Therese (Patricia) Callaghan R.N.D.M., Churchtown, Dublin / Longford
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The death occurred peacefully and suddenly in the care of the Sisters in The Churchtown Community, staff and carers, on Sunday, January 25, 2026 of Sr Marie Therese (Patricia) Callaghan R.N.D.M., late of Notre Dame Convent, Upper Churchtown Road, Dublin 14, D14 N8E8, formerly of Garrymore, Mountmellick, Co Offaly and Abbeyshrule Co Longford.
Predeceased by her twin sister Josephine, brothers Lawrence and Patrick. Deeply regretted by the Sisters of our Lady of the Missions (RNDM), her brother John, nephews, nieces and circle of friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Funeral Mass of Thanksgiving in Notre Dame Convent Chapel, D14 N8E on Thursday morning, January 29 at 10.30am followed by burial in Mount Venus Cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE.
Christina Duffy (née Masterson), Teffia Park, Longford Town, Longford
The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of St Joseph’s Care Centre, surrounded by her family, on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Christina Duffy (née Masterson), Teffia Park, Longford Town, Longford.
Predeceased by her husband Johnnie and by her son Frankie. Christina will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, daughter Yvonne McCormack (Longford), sons Eddie (Naas), Patrick (Swords), Johnnie (Lanesboro) and Joe (Longford), sister Sally (Kilcommons), grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Friday, January 30 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, January 31 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 1pm, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery.
The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please donations if desired to St Joseph’s Patient Comfort Fund, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.
Rev Fr Michael McGrath, Blackrock, Cork / Abbeyshrule, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully at the African Missions, SMA House, Blackrock Road, Cork on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 of Rev Fr Michael McGrath, SMA, Society of African Missions, Blackrock Road, Cork, late of Ratharney, Abbeyshrule, Co Longford.
Funeral Arrangements Later
Rose Marie Garvey (née O'Neill), Ballymun Road, Dublin / Drumlish, Co Longford
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The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the staff of the Ardmore by Carechoice Nursing Home in her 93rd year on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Rose Marie Garvey (née O’Neill), Ballymun Road, Parkside Hotel, North Circular Road, Searsons Pub, Portobello, Garvey’s Corner Pub, The Royal Hotel, Howth, Drumlish, Co Longford, and New York, USA.
Predeceased by her loving husband Eugene, sister Dolores, and her beloved parents Rosetta and James Patrick O’Neill. She will be sadly missed by her partner and carer Brian Harris, her nieces Rose Mary, Dolores and Bernadette, nephew James, brother-in-law Thomas Moriarty, sister-in-law Peggy McGovern, extended family, and many wonderful friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at the Fanagan Kirwan Funeral Home, Fairview Strand, on Thursday evening, January 29 from 5pm to 7pm. Requiem Mass on Friday morning, January 30 at 10am in Corpus Christi Church, Homefarm Road, Drumcondra, followed by Funeral to Drumlish Cemetery, Co Longford arriving at 2pm approx. Funeral Mass will be live streamed HERE.
Mick Keown, Chapel Street, Longford town, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home on Sunday, January 25, 2026 of Mick Keown, Chapel Street, Longford town and formerly of Ballyshannon, Co Donegal.
Pre-deceased by his parents William and Gretta and by his brother Jimmy. Mick will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, beloved wife Tena, daughters Bláthnaid and Dearbáile, sons Lorccán, Tadhg and Diarmuid, grand-daughter Éabha, sister, brothers, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Laurel Lodge Nursing Home Chapel (N39 XE92) on Tuesday, January 27 from 6pm until 8pm. Removal on Wednesday, January 28 to arrive at Lakelands Crematorium Cavan for Service at 1pm. No flowers please donations if desired to Laurel Lodge Patient Comfort Fund, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please.
Seán Grier, Knockmannon, Lisdowney, Kilkenny, R95 EY27 / Longford
The death occurred peacefully surrounded by his loving family in St. Luke's Hospital, Kilkenny on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Seán Grier, Knockmannon, Lisdowney, Kilkenny, R95 EY27 / Longford.
Predeceased by his wife Patricia, his loving parents Mary Ellen and Steve, brother Leo, and sisters Margaret and Bridget. Sadly regretted by his loving nieces and nephews, Ann, Helen, Seán, Billy, Stephen and Davy. Dearly missed by his grand-nieces and grand-nephew, Sarah, Laura, Anna and Oisín, and a wide circle of friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at his residence on Tuesday, January 27 from 3pm with Vigil Prayers and Rosary at 7pm. Funeral arriving to St Brigid's Church, Lisdowney, R95 VX79, for Funeral Mass on Wednesday, January 28 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Aherney Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff of St Luke's Hospital Kilkenny and Sacred Heart Hospital Carlow for their wonderful care of Seán.
Predeceased by his parents Michael and Han. Sadly missed by his loving wife Deirdre, daughter Kerry (Nugent), sons Tadhg, Emmet and Brian, brothers John, Danny (U.S.A.) and Mike, son-in-law Michael, daughters-in-law Daniela and Elaine, his adoring grandchildren Imogen, Alex, Adam, Anna, Kelsey and Cailum, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May he Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Home (Carrickedmond, Co Longford | N39 PX88) on Tuesday evening, January 27 from 4pm until 7pm. Requiem Mass at 12 noon on Wednesday, January 28 in Church of the Sacred Heart, Carrickedmond followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 3pm (can viewed HERE). No Flowers Please. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time.
Vincent (Kevin) McCreanor, Hackney, London and formerly Templemichael Terrace, Longford town, Co Longford
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The death occurred unexpectedly at home on Friday, December 19, 2025 of Vincent (Kevin) McCreanor, Hackney, London and formerly of Templemichael Terrace, Longford town, County Longford.
Pre-deceased by his parents Patrick and Mary Frances, by his brothers Tony, Raymond, Gerry, Frankie, Michael, Patsy, Jimmy, Brendan and Liam and sister Rosemarie. Kevin will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, sister Marie Hayes, brother Clement, Godsons Kevin and James, stepchildren Gary, Avril and Jeff, nieces, nephews, relatives and many good friends. May he rest in peace
Reposing at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Athlone Road (N39 K381) on Friday, January 30 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday, January 31 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, with burial afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The funeral mass will be streamed live HERE.
Bridget Ledwith (née Shanley), Clonulty, Ballydangan, Athlone, Roscommon / Ballinasloe, Galway
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The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the wonderful care of the staff in St Brendan's CNU, Creagh, Ballinasloe on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Bridget Ledwith (nee Shanley) Clonulty, Ballydangan, Athlone, Roscommon.
Affectionately known as Bridie/Addie. Predeceased by her sisters Philomena, Marion and Madeline. Bridie will be sadly missed by her loving husband Tom, her sons Wayne and Garret, her daughter Louise (McDonnell, Ahascragh), her son-in-law Tom and her cherished grandchildren Conor, Kieran, Johnny and Daragh. Bridie is also deeply missed by her family, brothers Tommie (Longford), Charlie (Killashandra) and Michael (Bornacoola), sisters Ann (Bornacoola) and Sadie (Mullingar), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Bridie will repose in Grenham's Funeral Home, Ballinasloe (H53 HK15), on Thursday, January 29 from 5pm to 7pm, with removal afterwards to St. Mary’s Church, Moore (N37 XH52). Bridie's Requiem Mass will take place on Friday, January 30 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Moore New Cemetery. Bridie's Requiem Mass can be viewed here.
Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to The Galway Hospice Foundation, in the funeral home on Thursday evening, January 29 or by clicking here.
House Private Please. Bridie's family would like to thank you for your support and prayers at this difficult time.
Ann Spollen, Ladywell, Glasson, Athlone, Westmeath
The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her heartbroken family, in the exceptional care of the staff and palliative care of Esker Rí Nursing Home, Clara, Co Offaly on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 of Ann Spollen Ladywell, Glasson, Athlone, Co Westmeath.
Predeceased by her beloved parents John and Nan and her brother-in-law Bernard Cassells. Dearly loved sister of Hannah Cassells, Rose Quigley and Frances Mullins. Sadly missed by her brothers-in-law Peter Quigley and Martin Mullins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great grandnieces, great grandnephews, in-laws, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May She Rest In Peace.
Reposing at her sister Frances' residence (Benown, Glasson | N37 FK19) on Thursday, January 29 from 1pm. Requiem Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tubberclaire on Friday, January 30 at 11am followed by burial afterwards in the Adjoining Cemetery. House private on Friday morning, January 30 please. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time.
Camilla (Mellie) Kelly (née Carroll), Church Street, Lisroyne, Strokestown, Roscommon
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The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her family in the loving care of all the excellent staff at Sonas, Innis Ree Nursing Home, Ballyleague, in her 99th year on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Camilla (Mellie) Kelly (nee Carroll) Church Street, Lisroyne, Strokestown, Roscommon.
Beloved wife of the late Peter and loving mother of Caroline (Downey), Peter and Paul. Camilla will be sadly missed by her sorrowing sons & daughter, sons-in-law Frank, daughter-in-law Mairead, grandchildren Andrew, James, Declan, Michael, Andrew & Roisin and her great-grandchild Cian, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Camilla is predeceased by her husband Peter, parents Tom & Margaret, her brothers P.J., Benny & Tommy and her sisters Maisie, Olivia & Annette. Rest In Peace.
Camilla's remains will be reposing in McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown (F42 RK72) on Tuesday, January 27 from 5pm until 7pm, followed by removal to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strokestown. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, January 28 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. Camilla's Funeral Mass may be viewed online by clicking HERE.
Frances O'Hara (née Dooley), Kilkenny West, Athlone, Westmeath / Glasson, Westmeath
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The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the excellent care of the staff of Tullamore Regional Hospital on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Frances O’Hara, (nee Dooley), Kilkenny West, Athlone/ Glasson, Co Westmeath.
Predeceased by her parents John and Annie, brothers Vincent and James, brother in law John (O’Hara), sister in law Nell (Hurley), infant sister Carmel, and infant granddaughter Eve. Sadly missed by her husband James, son Brendan, daughters Claire (Harrington) and Sheila (Ward), grandchildren Keith, Lisa, Shane, Fergal, Madhbh, Oisín, Aileen, Liam and Niall, daughter in law Graínne, sons in law Colm and Tommy, brothers Sean, Kevin, George and Leonard, sisters Mary (O’Connor) and Nuala (Murray), sisters-in-law, Carmel, Bridget, Mary, Bernie, Mary, Rose and Angela, brothers in law, Michael and Val, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May She Rest In Peace.
Reposing at The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tubberclaire on Tuesday evening, January 27 from 5pm to 7.30pm. Mass of the resurrection on Wednesday, January 28 at 11am, followed by burial in adjoining cemetery. Frances’s family express their gratitude to everyone for your support at this difficult time. As a mark of respect Dooleys Florist Magazine Road and Golden Island, and Dooleys Home Decor Albany will be closed on Wednesday, January 28 until 2pm.
Van Werner Cloete, Loch Gowna, Co Cavan
The death occurred suddenly at Cavan General Hospital on Saturday, January 24, 2026 of Van Werner Cloete, Loch Gowna, Co Cavan and formerly of Johannesburg, South Africa and Wellington, New Zealand.
Rest in peace to a truly remarkable man, larger than life- "Our gentle giant" who passed away and is now reunited with his gorgeous mother, Anna Maria, who predeceased him. A devoted and loving husband to Claire, and a proud father to his beautiful daughters; Jayden and Camryn, and his sons; Beau and Quade.
He will be sorely missed by his heartbroken wife and children, his father Alec, his mother-in-law Bridie, his brothers Altus and Alec Junior (Bernadine), his sister Monya, brother-in-law Darragh and his cousin Neil (Sureca) and by his huge network of extended family and friends in Ireland, New Zealand and South Africa.
Forever loved, forever missed, never forgotten. Rest in Peace (Rus in Vrede, Veilig in Jesus se arms).
Requiem mass for Van will take place at 2pm on Wednesday, January 28 at the Church of the Holy Family Loch Gowna (H12 FT54) followed by private cremation. Forever loved, forever missed, never forgotten.
Sean Reilly, Castlesaunderson, Belturbet, Cavan / Carrigallen, Leitrim
The death occurred in the loving care of his family and staff at Cavan General Hospital on Saturday, January 24, 2026 of Sean Reilly, Castlesaunderson, Belturbet, County Cavan, and formerly Aughavass, County Leitrim.
Pre-deceased by his parents, Mary Ann and Bernard, brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. Sadly missed by his sister Peggy, and brother Seamus, nieces, nephews, neighbours and many, many friends. May he rest in peace.
Sean will be reposing at the McMahon Funeral Home, Farnham Rd, Cavan (H12C821) on Tuesday evening, January 27 from 5pm until evening prayers at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday morning, January 28 at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church, Carrigallen, County Leitrim with burial afterwards in the adjoining grave yard.
Veronica McGrath, Lower Coole, Coole, Westmeath
The death occurred at the Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar on Friday, January 23, 2026 of Veronica McGrath, Lower Coole, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath,
Sadly missed by her sons, daughter, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Veronica Rest In Peace.
Reposing at the Mullingar Hospital Mortuary, Castlepollard Road, Mullingar on Friday, January 30 from 10am to 11am, followed by removal to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Coole for 12 noon Funeral Mass, with burial afterwards in Whitehall Cemetery. The family appreciates your co-operation at this sad time.
Raymond Palmer, Beulah House, Finisklin and formerly Temple Street, Sligo town, Sligo / Mohill, Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully, at his residence surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 25, 2026 of Raymond Palmer, Beulah House, Finisklin and formerly Temple Street, Sligo town, Co Sligo/ Mohill, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents Tom and Mae and brother, Tom. Beloved husband of Orla and loving father of Martin (Sinead), Edel (John), and John (Jenny). Sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, daughter, brother, Joe, sisters, Frances and Ann, grandchildren, Chelsey, Darren, Cathal, Thomas, Matthew and Lydia, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.
Reposing at Foley and McGowan's Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo on Tuesday evening, January 27 from 5.30pm - 7pm. Funeral will arrive at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo, on Wednesday, January 28 for requiem mass at 11.30am followed by burial in Sligo Cemetery. Raymond's mass can be live-streamed HERE.
House private please. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the North West Hospice c/o Foley and McGowan's Funeral Services.
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