Deaths in Longford - Monday, February 28, 2022

David Murphy, Valhalla, Carra, Granard, Longford, N39 H590

The death occurred, peacefully at home after a long illness surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, February 28, of David Murphy (N.T. Retired), Valhalla, Carra, Granard, Longford, N39 H590. Predeceased by his infant son John, parents Pat and Anna and brothers Garry and John. Deeply regretted by his wife Margaret, sons David Jnr, Paul and Nigel, brothers Paddy and Brian, sisters Aideen, Ann and Barbara, his six beautiful grandchildren, daughters-in-law Mary and Siobhan, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbours and many friends. Past Principal of Drumkilly NS, Kilnaleck, Co Cavan. May He Rest in Peace.
Reposing at his residence in Carra from 4pm to 8pm on Tuesday, March 1. House Strictly Private at all other times. Removal on Wednesday, March 2 at 11.45am to arrive for 12 noon funeral mass to St Mary’s Church, Granard followed by burial in Carra Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St Christopher’s Longford care of Masterson’s Funeral Directors 086 8249698.

Joe Benson, Thomas Street, Kiltimagh, Mayo / Drumlish, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully at Mayo University Hospital, on Monday, February 28, of Joe Benson, Thomas Street and formerly of Pulronaghane, Kiltimagh, Mayo / Drumlish, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Bernard and Nancy, sister Mary, brother Bernard and brother-in-law John Henry. Deeply regretted by his sisters Margaret and Evelyn, brothers-in-law John O’Hara and Ted Shelton UK, nieces and nephews. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at the O’Hora Funeral Home, Kiltimagh on Wednesday evening, March 2 from 6.30pm until 8pm. The funeral cortège will leave the funeral home on Thursday morning, March 3 at 11am for Lakelands Crematorium for private cremation. Family flowers only.
Walk through only in the Funeral Home, no handshaking, please wear masks. The family appreciates your understanding at this time. All enquiries to John McHugh, Funeral Director, Kiltimagh.

Liam Farrell, Carra, Granard, Longford
The death occurred on Monday, February 28, of Liam Farrell, Carra, Granard, Longford.
Funeral Arrangements Later

Joseph (Josie) Mallon, Ballagh, Newtowncashel, Co Longford, N39 AK12

The death occurred, peacefully at his residence surrounded by his close family, friends and neighbours, on Sunday, February 27, of Joseph (Josie) Mallon, Ballagh, Newtowncashel, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Annie. Josie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, his beloved wife Maureen, brother-in-law Johnny McGee, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at his residence (N39 AK12) on Monday, February 28 from 4pm until 7pm (walk through only). Mass of the Resurrection in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Newtowncashel at 12 noon on Tuesday, March 1, interment afterwards in Saint’s Island Cemetery.
The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time. No flowers please, donations if desired to Longford Hospice, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.

Joe Kelly, Derrylough, Kenagh, Co Longford

The death occurred, peacefully after a short illness at the Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar, on Saturday, February 26, of Joe Kelly, Derrylough, Kenagh, Co Longford. Predeceased by his infant son Niall ,mother Eileen, father Laurence, son-in-law David, sister Eileen and by his niece Patricia.
Joe will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, his beloved wife Nuala, daughters Yvonne and Emer, son Aidan, grandchildren Chloe, Kalum, Cara and Sophia, son-in-law Denis, Aidan’s partner Shania ,sisters Peg, Kaye and Marie, brothers Larry, Edmond and Dessie, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road on Wednesday, March 2 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon on Thursday, March 3 in St. Dominic’s Church, Kenagh, interment afterwards in Kilcommock cemetery.
The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Irish Cancer Society, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please. 

Trevor Tomsett, Bunninassa , Bornacoola, Longford / Leitrim
The death occurred, peacefully at home, on Saturday, February 26, 2022 of Trevor Tomsett, Bunninassa , Bornacoola, Longford / Leitrim. Trevor will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, his beloved wife Mary, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Mass of the Resurrection will take place in St Mary’s Church, Newtownforbes on Sunday, March 6 at 1pm, interment afterwards in Newtownforbes Cemetery. The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time. No flowers by request please. House strictly private please.

Brian Brady, Loch Gowna, Cavan

The death occurred, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, February 28, 2022 of Brian Brady, No 2 Swan Lake Drive, Loch Gowna and formerly of Corfree. Predeceased by his wife Kathleen. Deeply regretted by his daughters; Sinead (Felim), Deirdre (Padraig), Fidelma (Paul), his son Patrick (Emer), adored grandchildren; Charlie, Jake, Darcy, Bobby, Sadie and Dolly, his brother Gerry, his sisters; Madge, Bridie, Una and Bernie, extended family and a wide circle of friends. Rest in Peace.
He will repose at Lakelands Funeral Home, Cavan, on Tuesday, March 1 from 4pm to 7pm, followed by a private reposal to family only, at his daughter Deirdre's residence. Requiem Mass Wednesday, March 2 in the Church of The Holy Family, Loch Gowna to arrive for 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Donal O'Laoghaire, Scramogue Manor, Scramogue, Roscommon

The death occurred, peacefully at Roscommon University Hospital in the presence of his loving wife Catherine Jean Keating and under the wonderful care of Dr Sri, the nurses and staff of St Coman’s and St Bridget’s ward and the palliative care team, on Monday, February 28, 2022 of Donal O’Laoghaire (O’Leary) Scramogue Manor, Scramogue, Co. Roscommon and formerly of Glenamuckla, Newmarket, Co Cork.
Predeceased by his parents Michael and Hannah, brothers John and William (Billy). He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his loving wife, the Keating family, sisters in law, Marie Richardson and her husband Arthur and family, Joan Hussey and her husband Martin and family, Philip and Ann Keating and family. Sean Keating and family. Patsy Kelly and family. Brothers Patrick, Michael and Dennis, sisters Sheila Murphy, Kathleen Barry, Jane O Mahony, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing in Leavy’s Funeral Home, Scramogue, F42 FD78 on Wednesday morning, March 2 from 10am with removal to St Anne's Church, Scramogue for funeral mass at 12 noon followed by interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Eileen Lyster, Cregga, Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred, peacefully, in her 96th year, at Roscommon University Hospital and previously in the wonderful care of all the staff at Sonas Nursing Home, Cloverhill, on Monday, February 28, 2022 of Eileen Lyster, Cregga, Strokestown, Roscommon. Predeceased by her parents William and Margaret, brothers William and Seamus, sisters Margaret, Kathleen, Ethna, Josephine and Marie. Eileen will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews Alison, Liam, Marguerite, Dermot, Tom and Margaret, her extended family, relatives and friends.Rest in Peace.
Private removal from Brady's Funeral Home to St. Patrick's Church Elphin on Wednesday morning, March 2 arriving for 12 noon Funeral Mass. Burial afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery. Mass can be viewed at https://www.churchtv.ie/elphin  and on Parish Radio 106.6FM
The Lyster family appreciate your sympathy and support at this sad time.

Hugh McCartin, Ardunsaghan, Drumreilly, Co Leitrim

The death occurred, suddenly, on Thursday, February 24, 2022 of Hugh McCartin, Ardunsaghan, Drumreilly, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by his father and mother, Johnny and Bridget, and brothers Sean and Joe. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken partner of 29 years, Martina, and all her family, brothers Gerry (Mary) and Martin (Sheila), aunt Maggie, uncle Hughie, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposed at Smith's Funeral home, High Street, Ballinamore (Eircode N41 TD62) on Sunday evening, February 27. Removal from his residence on Monday morning, February 28 to arrive at St Mary's Church, Drumreilly (Eircode H12XY92) for Funeral Mass at 12 noon with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private to family neighbours and close friends please. The Funeral mass may be viewed live on the following link https://vimeo.com/681889708 . Family flowers only. Donations,in lieu to Drumreilly Parish Defibrillator Fund c/o Gorby Funeral Directors, Newtowngore.
In compliance with current Government Guidelines,we ask that all who will be attending adhere to social distancing guidelines,wear face coverings and refrain from shaking hands. 

Margaret O'Sullivan (née Cooney), Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, London and formerly of Ballycaher, Ballintubber, Roscommon / Beaufort, Kerry

The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at her home in London, after a short illness, on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 of Margaret O'Sullivan (nee Cooney), The Avenue, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, London TW16 5EH and formerly of Ballycaher, Ballintubber, Castlerea, Co Roscommon.
Dearly loved wife of Pat (formerly of Ballyledder, Beaufort, Co Kerry), much loved mother of Christopher and Martin, adored grandmother to Morgan and Quinn and mother-in-law to Verity. Predeceased by her parents Martin and Christina, sisters-in-law Geraldine and Noreen and brother-in-law Jimmy. Sadly missed by her sisters and brothers Marie (Lanesboro), Imelda (Coosan, Athlone), Pat (Ballycaher), John (Mount Plunkett, Lecarrow) and Vincent (Ballintubber), her aunt Lizzie Conboy (Ballintubber), sisters-in-law Teresa, Mary and Anne, brothers-in-law John and Jerry, nieces, nephew, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours, and many great friends in Ireland and UK. May Margaret rest in peace.
Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon on Thursday evening, March 3 from 5pm until 6.30pm (walk through only please) followed by removal to St Bride’s Church, Ballintubber arriving at 7.15pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, March 4 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Oran Cemetery. The O’Sullivan and Cooney family very much appreciate your support at this time. Please note that Margaret’s funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Friday, March 4 at 11am by CLICKING HERE

Bernard (Bernie) Prior, Glennanmór, Aughawillan and formerly Lisacarn, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred, suddenly, at his residence, on Friday, February 25, 2022 of Bernard (Bernie) Prior, Glennanmor, Aughawillan and formerly Liscarn, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his wife Monica (nee Gallagher), his brother Micheál and his sister Maureen. He will be sadly missed by his sons Noel, Kieran, Aiden and Raymond, his daughter Louise, his mother Molly, brothers Patsy, Myles, Tommy & Killian, sisters Nonie, Kathleen, Bridie, Siobhán, Geraldine & Angela, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposed at his home in Glennanmór (N41 VA48) on Saturday, February 26 and again on Sunday, February 27. House private at all other times, please. Removal to St Patrick’s Church Aughawillan on Monday, February 28 arriving for Funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by burial in Aughawillan new cemetery. 

William (Bill) Lawe, Strokestown, Co Roscommon / Kilglass, Roscommon

The death occurred, peacefully at Portiuncula University Hospital and previously in the care of the nurses and staff of Costello's Nursing Home, Ballyleague, Co Roscommon, on Thursday, February 24, 2022 of William (Bill) Lawe, Strokestown, Co Roscommon and formerly of Cullaghamore, Kilglass, Co Roscommon.
Sadly missed by his family, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing in McHugh’s Funeral Home, Strokestown, on Sunday February 27 from 5pm to 7pm. Walk through only please. Removal on Monday, February 28 to Strokestown Parish Church for funeral mass at 11am https://churchcamlive.ie/strokestown/  followed by burial afterwards in Kilglass cemetery. *Please note Tully’s Funeral Directors have no control over the livestream of the funeral mass*

Brian Holding, Esker South, Ballinalee, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully in Cavan General Hospital, on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 of Brian Holding, Esker South, Ballinalee, Longford. Funeral Arrangements Later.

Patrick Anthony Mc Adden, Rathowen, Westmeath

The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading, Berkshire UK aged 83 years, on Sunday, February 13, 2022 of Patrick Anthony Mc Adden, Caversham, Reading, UK and late of Rathowen, Westmeath.Tony, predeceased by his parents James & Elise McAdden (nee Kearney) of Rathowen, and his sisters Maureen, Philomena and Anne. Loving husband of Liz, Tony will be deeply missed by his children Marc, Kelly, Stephen, Emma, Tilly and Lucy, His grandchildren, Conor, Matilda, Colm, Oliver, Betty, Luke, Ursula, Henry, Flick, Martha, Edward and Anthony, his great granddaughter Freya, his brothers and sisters Eilish, Seamus, Sean, Sheila and Michael, his extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Loving Husband, Daddy, Brother, Father-in-Law, Uncle and cousin. Masterful accordion player, lover of music and the craic. No one left the home of Tony and Liz hungry or thirsty either in spirit or body. Tony will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady and St. Anne’s Church, Caversham Berkshire on Friday, March 4 at 1pm followed by interment at Henley Road Cemetery, Caversham. Family and friends are welcome. The Mass will be streamed online https://www.funeralstreaming.co.uk/viewing-room/18825/ 
Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Tony to Berkshire Cancer Centre maybe made via www.abwalker.co.uk  All enquiries to A.B. Walker Tel:(+44) (0)1189477007.

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 Service on Monday, February 28 at 12 noon in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan followed by cremation.

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