Deaths in Longford - Sunday, February 13, 2022

Mary Hayes (née Mac Cabe), Sherwood Avenue, Galway City, Galway / Ballymahon, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully at the Galway Hospice with her much loved family by her side, on Saturday, February 12, 2022 of Mary Hayes (née Mac Cabe), Sherwood Avenue, Galway City, Galway and formerly of Ballymahon, Co Longford. Mourned and sadly missed by her husband Conor, son Gavin and daughter Evie, her brother Joe (Castlebar), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, the extended Hayes and Mac Cabe family and friends.
A ‘walk-through’ system for reposing will take place at the O’Flaherty Funeral Parlour, Munster Avenue, Galway on this Monday, February 14 from 5.30pm to 7pm. Removal to St Joseph’s Church, Presentation Road on Tuesday, February 15 to arrive for Requiem Mass at 11am. Private cremation to follow at a later time. House private. No flowers please. Donations if preferred to Cancer Care West and /or the Galway Hospice Foundation. Rest In Peace
Livestream link for Mass: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-josephs-church-galway 

Bernard Clyne, formerly of Monascallaghan, Moydow, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff at Moyglare Nursing Home , Maynooth, on Sunday, February 13, 2022 of Bernard Clyne, formerly of Monascallaghan , Moydow, Longford.  Predeceased by his parents Mary and John and by his brothers Tom ,Frank and Peter. Bernard will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family ,brother Bill (Newcastle, UK) ,niece Mary and her husband Michael, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road on Monday, February 14 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm (walk through only) . Mass of the Resurrection on Tuesday, February 15 in St Mary’s Church, Moydow at 12 noon, interment afterwards in Moydow cemetery.
The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time. So as to keep everyone safe please continue to adhere to mask wearing and social distancing protocols.

Rita Casey (née Kelly), Plantation Road, Abbeyderg, Kenagh, Longford, N39 VF97

The death occurred, suddenly at her home, on Friday, February 11, 2022 of Rita Casey (née Kelly), Plantation Road, Abbeyderg, Kenagh, Longford, N39 VF97. Predeceased by her parents Barney and Elizabeth, sister Eileen and her infant brother Martin. Deeply regretted by her loving husband John, daughter Genevieve, son-in-law Vincent, grandchildren Sadhbh and Bríain, special niece Pauline and her husband Michael and Nephew John and his partner Pat, brothers Seán, Bob, Barney and Tom, sister Margaret, sisters-in-law Maisie, Gaye, Margaret and Marie, brother-in-law Denis, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, great- grandnephews, great-grandnieces, cousins, relatives, good neighbours and friends. May She Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford, N39 K381, this Sunday evening, February 13 from 4pm until 6pm (walk through only please). Requiem Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Carrickedmond, on Monday, February 14 at 12 noon, followed by burial afterwards in Abbeyderg Cemetery. The Mass can be viewed live, via the Carrickedmond/Abbeyshrule facebook page please go to - https://www.facebook.com/carrickedmondabbeyshruleparish/ 
To keep everyone safe please continue to adhere to mask wearing and social distancing protocols and refrain from handshaking, thank you. The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time.

Lynda Barnes, Drumroosk, Ballinagh, Cavan

The death occurred, peacefully, at the Beacon Hospital Dublin, on Saturday, February 12, 2022 of Lynda Barnes, Drumroosk, Ballinagh, Cavan and formerly of Dereham, Norfolk, England. Lynda will be sadly missed by her partner Michael Evans, her son Philip (Anne), daughters Joanne (Andy), Maria (Andy) and her adored grandchildren Eloise, Harry, Owen, Jasper, Chloe and Alfie, extended family neighbours and friends.
Funeral Arrangements Later

Claire Rita Fitzpatrick (née Young), Loch Gowna, Cavan

The death occurred, peacefully, at her home surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 of Claire Rita Fitzpatrick (née Young), San Francisco (USA)  and Loch Gowna, Cavan. Predeceased by her husband William in Ireland in 1980. Sadly missed by her adoring family; Peggy O'Donnell (Dennis), Kathleen Reilly (Eamon), Bill Fitzpatrick (Petra), Helen Dolan (Frank), John Fitzpatrick (Margaret), Timmy Fitzpatrick (Deirdre), Joan Fitzpatrick (Paul), adoring grandmother of 24 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren with 2 more on the way. Sadly missed by her devoted sister-in-law Molly and her many nieces and nephews in both California and Ireland. Rest in Peace.
Claire's funeral will be held at St Cecilia's Church, San Francisco, on Thursday, February 17 at 9pm Irish time (1pm local time). For those who would like to follow the mass you can do so on the following live link: www.stcecilia.com 
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.

Nancy Mullooly (née Kelly), Church Street, Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred, peacefully, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, February 13, 2022 of Nancy Mullooly (née Kelly), Church Street, Strokestown, Roscommon. Predeceased by her son Brian.
Beloved wife of Brian and much loved mother of Michael, Mairead, John, Jacinta, Paula, Aine and Eimear. She will be very sadly missed by her loving husband and family, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, her sixteen grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, relatives and friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown, on Tuesday, February 15 from 4pm until 7pm, walk through only. Removal on Wednesday, February 16 to the Parish Church for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in the local cemetery. No flowers please. Donations in lieu of, if desired, to Mayo-Roscommon Hospice, care of Pat McHugh, Funeral Director.
Those attending Nancy's funeral are asked to continue good practice by wearing face masks and being mindful of Covid 19 safeguards. Those wishing to view the Funeral Mass online may do so by clicking HERE. Mass will also be broadcast on the Parish Radio, frequency 108FM.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding at this sad time for the family.

Ann Gannon (née Conlon), Kildallogue Heights, Strokestown, Roscommon
The death occurred, peacefully at Sligo University Hospital and in the loving care of all the staff at Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle, in her 95th year, on Saturday, February 12, 2022 of Ann Gannon (née Conlon), Kildallogue Heights, Strokestown, Roscommon. Predeceased by her loving husband Sean. Deeply regretted by her cousins, relatives and friends. Rest In Peace.
Removal to Strokestown Parish Church on Tuesday, February 15, to arrive for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Drumlion Cemetery.

Michael (Mick) Flanagan, 3 Grange Cottages, Ballymahon Road, Mullingar, Westmeath / Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred, peacefully after a short illness bravely borne at Mullingar General Hospital surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, February 10, 2022 of Michael (Mick) Flanagan, 3 Grange Cottages, Ballymahon Road, Mullingar, Westmeath and formerly of Nadnaveagh, Strokestown, Co Roscommon. Predeceased by his loving wife Bernadette, parents Jack & Maureen and his sisters Ursula & Pauline. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing sons, Peadár, Eoghán, Fearghál, Comán, Dáire & Cónaire, daughters-in-law Geraldine, Susan, Lisa, Catríona & Bernece, grandchildren Jonathan, Saóirse, Sarah Jane, Cormac, Aisling, Ellen, Michael, Sorcha, Méabh & Fiachra Jack, brother John, sisters Moira, Eileen & Nuala, aunt Kathleen, nephews, nieces, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, relatives, neighbours and many friends especially Michaela Hogg. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his home on Sunday, February 13 from 2pm to 6pm. Removal on Monday, February 14 to the Cathedral of Christ The King to arrive for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Walshestown Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of, if desired, to The Irish Heart Foundation. House private please, except during reposing times. Mick's Funeral Mass can be viewed online by clicking HERE.
Please still be mindful of Covid 19 and continue to exercise good practice by wearing face masks, refrain from handshaking and walk through only please. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding at this sad time for the family.

Annie Flanagan (née McNamee), Trathnóna, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred, in the wonderful care of the staff at Ballinamore Nursing Unit, Friday, February 11, 2022 of Annie Flanagan (nee McNamee), Trathnona, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim & formerly Clonboyher, Newtowngore, Co. Leitrim.
Predeceased by her husband James. She will be sadly missed by her daughters Mary Foley (Mohill), Teresa Tierney (Ballyconnell) & Roseann Christy (Ballinamore), her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother Kevin McNamee, sister Bridget Crossan, extended family, relatives & friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral home, High St. Ballinamore on Saturday afternoon, February 12 from 3pm until 5pm. Removal on Sunday afternoon, February 13 to arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Ballinamore for Funeral Mass at 2pm. Burial afterwards in Oughteragh cemetery, Ballinamore. Funeral Mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore 
Please adhere to ongoing covid regulations with regard to mask-wearing etc. 

Pádraig Flanagan, Church Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred, peacefully at his home, following an illness borne with great courage and dignity, on Thursday, February 10, 2022 of Padraig Flanagan, Church St, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim and formerly Lisacarn, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.
Beloved husband and best friend of Margaret and dear father to Linda (McManus), Sheila (Lynch), Angela (Wynne) and sister to Mairead. Sadly missed by his heartbroken family, sons-in-law Matthew, Brendan and Gary, his grandchildren Anna, Natalie, Diarmuid, April, Cian and Ella, his extended family, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, neighbours and many friends. May Pádraig Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim N41 TD62 this Saturday evening, February 12 from 6pm until 8pm. (House strictly private please). Removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Ballinamore on Sunday morning, February 13 to arrive for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Oughteragh Cemetery, Ballinamore.
Funeral Mass can be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore . Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Ballinamore Nursing Unit or The North West Hospice, c/o Smith’s Funeral Directors, Ballinamore. Please continue to adhere to covid guidelines with regard to wearing of face masks etc. 

Marian McCaffrey (née Cleary), Adoon, Gorvagh, Leitrim / Cloone, Leitrim / Birr, Tipperary

The death occurred, peacefully at the North West Hospice, Sligo surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, February 10, 2022 of Marian McCaffrey (née Cleary), Adoon, Gorvagh, Leitrim and formerly of Clonfinane, Carrig, Co Tipperary. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Eileen Cleary.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving husband; Jim sons; Denis, Eoin, Seamus, Anthony and Robert, adored granddaughter; Fiadh, Denis’ partner; Shanagh, Eoins’ partner; Angela and Seamus’ partner; Jennifer; her brothers; Micheal (Australia), John (Australia) Pat (Tipperary) and Tim (Gort) sisters; Ev (UK), Mona (UK), Kathleen (Tullamore) and Anne (Galway), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May Marian's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Marian’s remains will arrive at St. Mary’s Church, Cloone on Sunday, February 13, for Funeral Mass at 2pm followed by cremation to Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan at 5pm. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://churchtv.ie/cloone.html  House strictly private at all times please.
No flowers please, donations in lieu would be appreciated to the North-West Hospice c/o McKeon’s Funeral Directors, Cloone. Please note that there will be no 10am Mass in Cloone on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Please adhere to mask wearing, no handshaking and respect social distancing protocols at all times. The family appreciates your sympathy and understanding at this difficult time.

Patrick (Padraig) McDermott, Dublin / Dromod, Co Leitrim

The death occurred, suddenly) at the Mater Hospital, Dublin, on Thursday, February 10, 2022 of Patrick Padraig (Paddy) McDermott, Dromod, Co Leitrim and formerly from Glasnevin and Navan Road, Dublin. Beloved husband and best friend of Josie (nee McGowan), predeceased by his son Paul, parents Jim and Sadie, brothers Jim and Tommy and sister Sally, sadly missed by his loving wife, daughter Karen, grandchildren Sadie and Rian, sisters Maureen Durrant and Sandra, brothers Martin and Sean, Karen’s mother Iris, brothers-in-law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives, work colleagues in the Bohemian Bar, neighbours extended family and friends. May Patrick Rest in Peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later

Francis Anthony (Tony) Carolan, Cloonmacart, Drumlish, Longford

The death occurred, unexpectedly at Hillingdon Hospital, London, on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 of Francis Anthony (Tony) Carolan, formerly of Cloonmacart, Drumlish, Longford.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Margaret. He will be sadly missed by his three children Fiona, Annette, Anthony, his grandchildren Frankie, Christopher, Kerrie, Alfie, Grace, Hannah, great grandchildren, brothers, sister, relatives and many friends. He was loved by many, May he Rest in Peace.
The funeral will be arriving at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Hayes, for mass at 12 noon on Friday, February 18. Burial afterwards will be at Kensal Green Cemetery, 2pm.

Kevin Quinn, England / Newtownforbes, Longford
The death occurred, in England, on Monday, January 17, 2022 of Kevin Quinn, England and formerly of Kilnashee, Longford, and 6 Castle Gardens, Newtownforbes, Co Longford.
He is predeceased by his father Henry and brother Conny. Kevin will be forever missed by his family, wife Susan, mother Nan, brothers Michael, Sean and Henry, sisters Elizabeth, Mary and Ann, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, neighbours and friends here in Ireland and England. Close to our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day. Rest in Peace Kevin.
Cremation Service will take place on February 18, 2022 in England. A Memorial Service will take place in St Mary's Church, Newtownforbes, Co Longford, at a later date.

Kevin Dowd, Mullahoran, Cavan

The death occurred, peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, January 13, 2022 of Kevin Dowd, London and formerly of Loughduff, Mullahoran, Co Cavan. Sadly missed by his wife Breda, children; John, Sheena, Ciara and Kevin, grandchildren; Jack and Ava, daughter-in- law Katie, sons in law; Tim and Aaron, brother John, nieces, nephews and extended family. Rest in Peace.
Funeral arrangements to follow.

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