Deaths in Longford - Thursday, December 9, 2021

Phil Gallagher (née Farrell), Roscommon Town, Roscommon / Lanesboro, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully at home in the loving care of her daughters Mary and Vera, on Wednesday, December 8, of Phil Gallagher (née Farrell), Convent Court and formerly of Lanesboro Street, Roscommon and late of Lisnacusha, Lanesboro, Co.Longford. Predeceased by her beloved husband Joe and by her sisters and brothers. Phil will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, daughters Mary Connell (Castlebar) and Vera Hannon (Roscommon), sons-in-law Liam and Vincent, grandchildren John, Karen, Lorna, Jennifer, Liam Óg, James and Kevin, great-grandchildren Seán and Cassidy, sister-in-law Anna (Glasgow), nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours, devoted carers and friends. May she rest in peace.
Phil’s funeral cortege will leave her residence (F42 NC44) on Friday morning, December 10 and will proceed to The Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon and arrive (via the Church car park gate) for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am, interment afterwards in St. Coman’s Cemetery, Roscommon. Please note that the Mass will be broadcast in the Roscommon town area on the parish radio 105.9fm and will be streamed live please go to www.churchtv.ie/roscommontown 
To keep everyone safe please continue to adhere to social distancing and mask wearing protocols. The family very much appreciate your support and consideration at this time. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Mayo Hospice or Roscommon Hospice, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.

Bernard (Benny) Baxter, Florida and New York and late of Killin Mills, Ardagh, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully, after a short illness, on Saturday, November 6, of Bernard (Benny) Baxter, Florida and New York and late of Killin Mills, Ardagh, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Leo and Mary, his sister Ann Flanagan and his brother Seamus. Sadly missed by his loving brothers Sean (Ardagh) and Leo (Dublin), his sisters Marie Dempsey (Manchester) and Gemma Leahy (Dublin), sisters-in-law Betty and Margaret, brother-in-law Joe, special nephew Ray and good friend Miguel, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.Rest in peace.
Reposing in Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road, Longford, on Friday, December 10 from 4pm until 6pm. Removal on Saturday, December 11 from his home at Killin Mills leaving at 11.45am to arrive at St. Brigid's Church, Ardagh, for Funeral Mass at 12 noon which will take place privately and will be confined to family members and close neighbours only. Burial of ashes afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.
To keep everyone safe, please adhere to social distancing and mask wearing protocols. The family appreciates your support and consideration at this time. House private to family and neighbours please.

Laurie Marie Reilly (née Doorley), Killycasson, Loughduff, Cavan
The death occurred, peacefully at The Mater Hospital Dublin, on Wednesday, December 8, of Laurie Marie Reilly (née Doorley), Killycasson, Loughduff, Cavan.  Dearly loved wife of Terry, and sadly missed by her sorrowing daughters Monica and Pauline (Graham), son Sean (Janice), grandchildren Joe, James, Alice, Adam and Cara, brother Laurance (Teresa), Roscommon, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in Peace. House strictly private please. Family flowers only. Funeral arrangements later.

John Joe Ward, Rockpeyton, Legan, Longford

The death occurred, unexpectedly at his residence, on Monday, December 6, of John Joe Ward, Rockpeyton, Legan, Longford. Sadly missed and loved by his sister Mary Tierney, brother Tom, brother-in law Liam, sister-in-law Carmel, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, his best friends Pat Byrne, Tom and John Doyle, relatives and neighbours. Rest in Peace.
John Joe will repose in Kelly's Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford on Thursday, December 9 from 5pm until 7pm with prayers at 6.30pm. John Joe's funeral cortege will leave the residence of his sister Mary on Friday morning, December 10 at 11.45am to arrive at St Mary's Church, Legan for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Killglass graveyard. House private please. Family flowers only. In accordance with current guidelines and to keep everyone safe, please adhere to social distancing and wear a face mask. 

Bridget (Bridgie) O'Brien (née Slevin), Lanesboro, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully, in the excellent care of the staff of Innis Ree Nursing Home, Ballyleague in her 99th year, on Tuesday, December 7, of Bridget O’Brien (Bridgie) nee Slevin, Corner Shop, Lanesboro, Co Longford and late of Cornakelly, Dromard. Predeceased by her husband Jimmy. Bridgie will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her sons Joe and Seamus, daughters Mary (Sid) and Martina, her daughters in law Martina and Aileen, sons in law Chris and Enda, grandchildren, Cían, Cóilín, Maura, Ciarán, Orla, Éanna, Seamus, Gráinne and Chloe great grandchildren Lauren, Lily, Molly, Emily and Ethan, relatives, wonderful neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at her family home on Church Road, Eircode N39 TD88, from 2pm until 8pm on Wednesday, December 8. In accordance with guidelines this will be a walk through only please. Mass of the Resurrection in St. Mary’s Church, Lanesboro, on Thursday, December 9 at 12 noon with burial afterwards in Lanesboro Cemetery. To keep everyone safe please continue to adhere to social distancing and mask wearing protocols. Family flowers only please. The mass will be streamed live https://www.churchtv.ie/lanesborough  and click on live stream.

Eugene Gorman, Edgeworthstown, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully at Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home, on Tuesday, December 7, of Eugene Gorman, Croshea, Edgeworthstown, County Longford. Sadly missed by his loving family, brother John, sisters Bridie, Mary, Lilly, nephews, nieces, neighbours, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
In keeping with government guidelines, Eugene’s funeral mass will take place in St Mary's Church Ennybegs at 12 noon on Thursday, December 9 with burial afterwards in St Eimear's cemetery Ballinalee. Thank you for your consideration at this time.

Brigid Smith, Aughawelia, Ballinagh, Cavan

The death occurred, peacefully at Beaumont Hospital, on Monday, December 6, 2021 of Brigid Smith, Aughawelia, Ballinagh, Cavan. Predeceased by her parents Peter and Mary Kate, and her brother Tommy. Brigid will be sadly missed by her heartbroken family, sisters Mary, Marcella, Anne, Frances and Kathleen, brothers Peter, Liam, John and twin brother Pat, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, Barrack Street, Granard, on Wednesday, December 8 from 5.30pm to 8pm, adhering to all social distancing guidelines and Covid 19 regulations. Funeral Mass on Friday, December 10 at St Mary’s Church, Bruskey, at 12 noon, followed by Christian burial in Mullaghboy Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired to the Irish Kidney Association c/o Smith’s Funeral Directors or any family member. House private, please. Brigid’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on this link https://vimeo.com/654246270 

Thomas James (Tommy) McLoughlin, Main Street, Drumsna, Leitrim

The death occurred, peacefully, at Sligo University Hospital, on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 of Thomas James (Tommy) McLoughlin, (Publican and Undertaker) Main Street, Drumsna, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by his parents Thomas James and Monica, siblings Kevin, Emmett, Aloysious, Brendan and Maureen. Beloved husband of Teasie and father to Tanya Allen, Tamara Harte and Tamsin, sadly missed by his wife and daughters, his sons in law Paul and Paddy, Tamsin’s partner David, his brothers Christy and Oliver, his sisters Kathleen, Monica and Nancy, his grandchildren Aoibhínn, Thomas and Harvey, brothers-in-law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.May Tommy Rest in Peace.
Tommy will repose at his home on Thursday, December 9 from 4pm until 7pm (walk through only). Funeral cortege will leave his home on Friday, December 10 at 11.30am to arrive at The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Drumsna for Funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by burial in Annaduff Cemetery.
In compliance with current Government Guidelines on public gatherings, Tommy’s funeral is restricted to 50% capacity in the church. For safety, please observe social distancing, wearing masks and no shaking hands. The family appreciates your sympathy, support and understanding at this difficult time.

Thomas J Trayers, The Pigeons, Athlone, Westmeath

The death occurred, peacefully, in the exceptional care of the fantastic nurses and wonderful staff in Glencar, Laurel Lodge, after a long illness bravely borne, on Monday, December 6, 2021 of Thomas J Trayers, The Pigeons, Athlone, Westmeath, retired Detective Sergeant An Garda Síochána and Peace Commissioner. Formerly Curragh, Glenamaddy, Co Galway. Tom is predeceased by his cherished son Fergal and his beloved brothers, John (Glinsk), Paul (Ballybofey) and Michael (Curragh) and his brothers in law Liam Connolly (Fuerty) and Michael Coyne (Glenamaddy). Tom will be sadly missed and remembered always by his devoted wife Philomena and his daughters Maria, Fiona, Sharon and Elaine, his brother Vincent (Castleblakeney), sisters Mai Connolly (Fuerty) and Bridie Conneally (Athleague), his grandchildren Mary, Caroline, Annie, Emily, Oisin, Carrie, James and Luke, his sons in law Barry Sheehan, Andrew Coghill, Willie McCormack and Brian Kilmartin, his brothers in law Joe Keaveney (London) and Martin Joe, sisters in law Catherine, Ronnie, Eileen, Margaret and Maureen, nephews, nieces, cousins and his colleagues and friends. Rest in peace, your earthly service is done.
Tom's funeral Mass will take place in The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tang, on Thursday, December 9 at 12 noon, followed by burial in Temple-a-valley Cemetery. A live stream of the Funeral mass will be available on Tang Parish Facebook page.  "My soul soars forever more above you Galway Bay".

William Carthy, Lislea, Ballinalee, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Castlegar Nursing Home, Galway, on Monday, December 6, 2021 of William Carthy, Lislea, Ballinalee, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Hugh and Rose, by his sisters Mary and Aileen and also by his brothers Pat, John and Hugh. William will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his sister-in-law Margot (Dundalk), nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 8 from 7pm concluding with prayers at 8.45pm. Mass of the Resurrection in the Holy Trinity Church, Ballinalee at 11am on Thursday, December 9 and interment afterwards in St Emer’s Cemetery, Ballinalee.
To keep everyone safe please continue to adhere to social distancing and mask wearing protocols. The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time. Family flowers only please.

Konrad J Tutorski, 1 Deerpark, Kenagh, Longford

The death occurred, suddenly, at home, on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 of Konrad J Tutorski, 1 Deerpark, Kenagh, Longford and late of Wloclawek, Kujawsko-Pomorski, Poland. He will be missed by his ex-wife Jolanta Warecka-Tutorska, daughter Marlena, son Jay, his brother Wieslaw, in-laws, granddaughters Maja, Milani and Emily, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Requiem Mass on Saturday morning, December 11 at 10am in Corpus Christi Church, Connaught Gardens, Athlone, Co Westmeath.

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