Deaths in Longford - Sunday, February 8, 2026

Philomena Scott (née Ward), Kiltycreevagh, Ballinamuck, Co Longford, N38 E9V4

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and in the exceptional care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital on Thursday, February 5, 2026 of Philomena Scott (nee Ward) Kiltycreevagh, Ballinamuck, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her beloved son Colin; parents John and Bridget; sisters Mary Stapleton and Rosaleen McNally; and brothers Pat, John, and Michael Ward. Philomena will be forever remembered and sadly missed by her loving husband Malachy; daughter-in-law Jenni; her cherished grandson Cillian; brother-in-law Michael McNally; nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, many good friends, and neighbours. May She Rest in Peace.

Reposing at her home in Kiltycreevagh, Ballinamuck (Eircode N39 E9V4) on Sunday, February 8 from 4pm, concluding with prayers at 8pm. (The family will take a 15-minute break at 6pm.) Please follow the directions of the stewards. Thank you. Funeral Mass on Monday, February 9 in St Patrick’s Church, Ballinamuck, arriving for 12 noon, followed by burial in Ballinamuck New Cemetery.  House private on Monday morning, February 9 please.

Bridie Spearman, Grillagh, Killashee, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home on Thursday, February 5, 2026 of Bridie Spearman Grillagh, Killashee, Co Longford. 

Pre-deceased by her parents Joe and Margaret, sisters Peggy and Mary and by her brothers Jimmy, Tommy and Johnny. Bridie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, sister Kathleen Farrell, Farrell family (Moydow), Connaughton Family (Ballymahon), Spearman Family (U.K.) and by all her relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Sunday, February 8 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Mass of the Resurrection at 11am on Monday, February 9 in St Patrick’s Church, Killashee. Interment afterwards in Killashee cemetery.

Judy Pearse (née Orr), Delgany Wood, Delgany, Wicklow / Longford / Dublin

The death occurred at St Vincent's Hospital Elm Park on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Judy Pearse (née Orr) late of Delgany Wood, Delgany, Co Wicklow/ Longford/ Dublin. 

Predeceased by her beloved husband David, beautiful granddaughter Leah, dear brother David and her special cousin Sue. She will be sadly missed by her children Fiona, Shauna, Vanessa, Perrin and Garret, her sister Val, her many grandchildren, three sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, her brother-in-law, the extended family, neighbours and friends. A special word of thanks to the amazing staff in the Sugarloaf Care Centre, Kilmacanogue, who cared for Judy with compassion and kindness for the past fourteen months. 

A gathering to remember Judy will take place on Friday, February 20 at the Royal St George Yacht Club, Harbour Road, Dun Laoghaire commencing at 13.30. Friends and colleagues are warmly welcomed to attend and to share stories. Canapes and refreshments will be provided. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, can be made to Dogs Trust Ireland HERE, a charity really close to her heart. Donations in lieu of flowers to Dogs Trust in Memory of Judy Pearse (née Orr).

George Bryson, Manchester and Buckley, Wales, and late of Drumbess, Cornafean, Arva, Co Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Wrexham General Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 of George Samual Bryson, Manchester and Buckley, Wales and late of Drumbess, Cornafean, Arva, Co Cavan. 

Predeceased by his wife Florence and his sister Eva. Sadly missed by his sons John and David, daughters Karen and Sandra, son-in-law Mike, brothers Victor (Doreen), John (Susan), sister Frances (Noel), his adored grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and many friends. The funeral will be held in Manchester at a later date.

"Safe in God's Keeping". He spent many happy visits holidaying with his special niece Lorna and the Hamilton and Good Families in Cornafean, Arva, Co Cavan.