Deaths in Longford - Monday, February 9, 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.

Maureen McPartland (née Moran), Callowhill, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family in the tender care of the doctors, nurses and staff at Sligo University Hospital & North West Hospice on Sunday, February 8, 2026 of Maureen McPartland (nee Moran) Callowhill, Ballinamore Co Leitrim and formerly of Clonard, Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Deeply loved and sadly missed by her husband Andrew & her loving children Clare (Mick), Roma (Shane), Garry (Rachael) & Emer (Andy) and by her adored grandchildren Ellie, Michael, Grace, Niamh, Donnacha, René, Killian, Liam & Niall. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, (N41 TD62) on Monday evening, February 9 from 6pm until 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon on Tuesday, February 10 at St Mary's Church, Aughnasheelin (N41 HR04) followed by burial in the new cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. House strictly private at all times.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to North West Hospice Sligo c/o Smith's Funeral Directors or any family member. Donations can also be made HERE. 

Breda Reid (née Murphy), Glasson Mews and late of Killinure House, Athlone, Westmeath / Glasson, Westmeath

The recent death has occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, February 6, 2026 of Breda Reid (nee Murphy) Glasson Mews and late of Killinure House, Glasson, Athlone, Co. Westmeath and formerly of Carlow.

Predeceased by her parents Patrick Leo and Mary Ellen and her brother Patrick. Sadly missed by her loving husband Tom, sons Donal and Frainc, daughters Fidelma (Leech) and Áine (Jones), sisters Pauline, Dena and Annette, daughters-in-law Silvia and Marina, sons-in-law Gareth and Garrett, her adoring grandchildren Carys, Liam, Ffion, Alina, Alex, Isabel, Ciara and Leah, nephews, nieces, in-laws, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May She Rest In Peace.

Reposed at her son (Frainc's) residence Carrickfin Lodge, Carrickfin, Glasson | N37 C6W8 on Sunday, February 8 from 3pm until 6pm. Requiem Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tubberclaire on Monday, February 9 at 12 noon followed by burial afterwards in the Adjoining Cemetery. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time.

Martin Kiernan, Lakeview House, Carrigallen, Co Leitrim

The death occurred at Lough Erril Private Nursing Home, Mohill, Co Leitrim on Friday, February 6, 2026 of Martin Kiernan, Lakeview House, Carrigallen, Co. Leitrim and formerly of Keeldrabeg, Aughavas. 

Predeceased by his first wife, Anna Harte, his sisters Kathleen, Eleanor and brothers Seán and Joseph. Martin will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Evelyn (née Coffey) and son Joseph, daughter-in-law Joy and cherished grandson Martin, the extended Kiernan family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Martin’s Gentle Soul Rest in Peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Martin will repose at Lough Erril Nursing Home on Monday, February 9 from 5pm until 7pm. Remains will arrive at St Joseph’s Church, Aughavas on Tuesday morning, February 10 for funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by burial in Aughavas cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. House private to family and neighbours please.

Annie (Nancy) McGoohan, Bray, Wicklow / Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in her 95th year, at St Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin on Friday, February 6, 2026 of Annie (Nancy) McGoohan, late of Bray, Co Wicklow and formerly of AIB, Donnybrook House, Dublin 4 and Ballinamore, Co Leitrim. 

Predeceased by her parents Katie and Murtagh and brother Murtie; she will be sadly missed by her nephew Farrell and by her friends Anne, together with the O’Brien family and Ena Costello. 

Reposing in Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray on Wednesday, February 11 from 4pm-6pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, February 12 at 10.30am in the Church of Our Lady Queen of Peace, Putland Road, Bray followed by burial in Fenagh Abbey Cemetery, Ballinamore at approximately 3pm. May she rest in peace.

Mary O’Shaughnessy, Plunkett Road, Askeaton, Limerick / Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her family in the wonderful care of Ballinamore Nursing Home, Co Leitrim on Saturday, February 7, 2026 of Mary O'Shaughnessy (nee Hegarty), Plunkett Road, Askeaton, Limerick and formerly of Drumquin, Co Tyrone.

Predeceased by her husband Bill and her brothers Willie John, Jimmy, Joe and Mickey and her sister Kathleen. Dearly loved mother of Catherine, Brian, John, Kevin and Maria. Sadly missed by her son-in-law Terry, daughter-in-law Coral and her adored grandchildren Róisín (James), Rónán, Aaron, Ella, Jack and Ava, her brother Pat and sisters-in-law Mary, Patricia and Mena, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. May she Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Kieran Madigan's Funeral Home, Main Street, Askeaton V94 K598 on Monday, February 9 from 6 to 7pm with removal to St Mary’s Church Askeaton for 7.30pm. Requiem Mass will take place in St Mary's Church, Askeaton on Tuesday, February 10 at 11am followed by burial in Reilig Mhuire Cemetery, Askeaton. The Requiem Mass will be live-streamed HERE.

Anne Smith (née Regan), Fennor Upper, Oldcastle, Meath / Castlepollard, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her family and friends on Friday, February 6, 2026 of Anne Smith (née Regan), Fennor Upper, Oldcastle, Co Meath, formerly of Castlepollard, Co Westmeath. 

Anne, dearly beloved wife of Michael. Predeceased by her mother Molly. Sadly missed by her loving husband Michael, sister Sheila, niece Anita, nephew Alan, and all the extended Smith and Regan families and friends. May Anne Rest in Peace.

Anne reposed in Gibneys Funeral Home, Oldcastle (A82 D376) on Sunday evening, February 8 from 5pm with removal to St Brigid's Church, Oldcastle arriving at 8pm. Anne’s Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, February 9 at 12 noon, followed by burial in Moylagh cemetery. Anne’s Funeral Mass may be viewed HERE. House Strictly Private.

Maurice Kiernan, Coralstown, Kinnegad, Co Westmeath / Castlepollard, Co Westmeath

The death occurred  unexpectedly but peacefully in the care of Cluain Lir Care Centre, Mullingar, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 6, 2026 of Maurice ex Army, Coralstown, Kinnegad, Co Westmeath/ Castlepollard, Co Westmeath.

Maurice will be sorely missed by his heart broken wife Pauline, his cherished sons and daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother, sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family and his wide circle of friends. May Maurice Rest in Peace.

Reposed at his sister Tilly's house in Coralstown, Eircode N91 F8C9, on Sunday, February 8 from 2pm until 6pm. Funeral mass on Monday, February 9 at 1pm in St Agnes's Church, Coralstown. Burial afterwards in the adjoining 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.