Deaths in Longford - Monday, February 14, 2022

Ian Hester, Carrowduff Lower, Four-Mile-House, Roscommon / Lanesboro, Co Longford

The death occurred, suddenly, at his residence at Carrowduff, on Sunday, February 13, 2022 of Ian Hester, Carrowduff Lower, Four-Mile-House, Co Roscommon and Lanesborough, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his parents John and Mary and brother of the recently deceased Michael. Deeply regretted by his sister Sylvia, brothers Eugene and Edmund, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and large circle of friends.
Funeral Arrangements Later

Bosco Michael Murphy, Drumderg, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford
The death occurred, peacefully in Cavan General Hospital, on Sunday, February 13, 2022 of Bosco Michael Murphy, Drumderg, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford. Bosco is predeceased by his parents Michael and Ann. Bosco will be sadly missed by his cherished daughter Amy, sister Ann, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Goodbyes are not forever, Goodbyes are not the end, They simply mean we'll miss you, Until we meet again. Rest in Peace.
Reposing will take place in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford, on Tuesday, February 15 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Funeral cortege will arrive at St Joseph's Church, Purth, on Wednesday, February 16 for funeral mass at 11am, followed with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Please remember to wear a face covering, and to practice social distancing.

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.

Seamus McWeeney, Miskawn, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred on Thursday, February 10, 2022 of Seamus McWeeney, Miskawn, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents Brigid & Joseph and baby brother Andrew. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken wife, Margaret (née Connolly), and his children Gavin, Barry, Orla (Knock) and Seán and their partners Sinéad, Mary, Tommy and Ciara. Adored by his grandchildren Cillian, Ryan, Dylan, Kate, Éabha, Áine, Daniel and Tomás. Cherished by his family Dessie (New York), Kevin (Dunboyne), John (London), Joseph (Ardee), Gabriel (Dublin) and Patricia (New York). He will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters-in law, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposed at his home on Saturday, February 12 and Sunday, February 13. House strictly private at all other times.
Funeral Mass at 12 noon on Monday, February 14 in St Mary's Church, Aughnasheelin N41 HR04. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link www.churchtv.ie/aughnasheelin
No flowers please, donations, if desired, to Sligo Mental Health Services or Childhood Days, Drumshanbo. Please adhere to Covid guidelines, mask wearing and social distancing protocols. 

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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