Deaths in Longford - Friday, April 4, 2025

Agnes McNamara (née Collum), Drumlish, Longford/ Edgewood, Maryland, USA

The death occurred peacefully at Belcamp, Maryland, USA of Agnes McNamara (nee Collum) Drumlish, Longford / Edgewood, Maryland, USA.

Predeceased by her husband Christy McNamara, late of Glannagh, Moatfarrell, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford and Maryland, USA, brothers Peter and Joe, sisters Mary, Nancy, Elizabeth and Philomena. Sadly missed by her heartbroken daughter Catherine (William), sons Sean (Roberta), Peter (Elizabeth) and Brian, sister Kathleen, Cavan, granddaughter Kylie, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May Agnes Rest in Peace.

Funeral mass at 11am on Friday, April 4 in St Mary's Church, Drumlish. Following the funeral mass Agnes' ashes will be buried in the local cemetery. Funeral mass can be streamed live HERE. 

Marie Fennessy Smith, Castleglen, Newtownforbes, Longford / Clonmel, Tipperary

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, April 3, 2025 of Marie Fennessy Smith, Castleglen, Newtownforbes, Co Longford and formerly of Kickham Street, Clonmel, Co Tipperary. 

Pre-deceased by her parents Arthur and Peggy and by her father-in-law Donald. Marie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, beloved husband Raymond, treasured sons Conor and Robert, sister Sandra Corcoran and her husband Stephen, niece Emily, nephews Matthew, Simon and James, mother-in-law Myra, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee road (N39 EC81) on Saturday, April 5 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Sunday, April 6 in St Mary’s Church, Newtownforbes at 12 noon, interment afterwards in Newtownforbes cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please.

Stella (Patricia) Coen, The Demense, Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital on Monday, March 31, 2025 of Stella (Patricia) Coen, The Demesne, Longford town and formerly of Dublin, Galway, Donegal and Roscommon.

Stella will be sadly missed by her loving family, dear friends, great neighbours and work colleagues. Life is but a stopping place, A pause in what’s to be, A resting place along the road, To sweet eternity. We would like to thank the following people for looking after Stella, the members of An Garda Síochána Longford and the ambulance staff who attended her home, the doctors, nurses and staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital especially the staff of Surgical Ward 2 and ICU and Fr Tom Murray. 

As it was Stella's wishes a private cremation has taken place.

Daniel Lee, 17 Árd Na Gréine Cavan town and Swan Lake Drive,  Gowna, Cavan

The death occurred unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 of Daniel Lee, 17 Árd Na Gréine, Cavan town and 7 Swan Lake Drive, Gowna, Co Cavan.

Predeceased by his grandparents Paddy and Rose Tully and Larry and Maggie Lee and his uncles, Tony O’Mahony and Michael and Patsy Tully. Daniel will be very sadly missed and dearly loved by his parents Lawrence and Bridie, his heartbroken fiancé Jemma Manser, his beloved children Leon and Lottie Mae, brothers and sisters Donna, Moya, Lawrence, Orileen and Ann Marie, his uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, all his extended family and many, many good friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at the McMahon Funeral Home, Farnham Rd, Cavan on Friday evening, April 4 from 5pm until 7pm. After 6pm please access the Funeral Home via the Barrack Hill (Wolfe Tone St) or Swellan directions due to road closures on Farnham Rd. Daniel's remains will leave the Funeral Home on Saturday morning, April 5 at 11am and will travel to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim, Cavan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11.30am. Following mass the cortege will travel to Cullies Cemetery for committal prayers and burial. Daniel's Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE.

Percy Ffrench, Jamestown, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim, N41 XY76 / Kilmore, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the tender care of the staff at Arus Carolan, Mohill, Co Leitrim on Thursday, April 3, 2025 of Percy Ffrench, Jamestown, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim.

Predeceased by his father Noel, mother Rose and brothers Robin and Allen. Deeply mourned by his heartbroken wife Lillie, son Gerry and daughters Jackie and Collette.

Sadly missed by his daughter-in-law Sandra, sons-in-law Martin and Killian, grandchildren Cian, Caoimhe, Aoibhin, Caelan, Abigeal, Nathan, Liam and Mark, brother Leslie, sisters-in-law Imelda and Mary (Cox’s Cross) and Mary (UK), nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and a large circle of neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at his residence in Jamestown (N41 XY76) on Friday, April 4 from 3pm until 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, April 5 in The Sacred Heart Church, Jamestown at 11am, followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 2pm. A one-way system will operate on Friday afternoon, April 4 entering via Jamestown Bridge and exiting via Spa Cottage. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Joseph (Joe) Reynolds, Drumlease, Dromahair, Leitrim / Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in the tender and loving care of the nurses and staff at St Phelim’s Nursing Home Dromahair on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 of Joseph (Joe) Reynolds Drumlease, Dromahair, Co Leitrim and formerly Lisduff, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his cousin Mel Reynolds (Carrick-on-Shannon), relatives, neighbours and friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Removal to St Patrick’s Church, Dromahair on Friday, April 4 arriving for Mass of Christian burial at 11am with burial afterwards Mohill Cemetery, Co Leitrim. Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE.

Robert (Bob) Flynn, Cashel, Ballinlough, Roscommon / Castlerea, Roscommon / Drumshanbo, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in the tender care at Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 of Robert (Bob) Flynn Cashel, Ballinlough, Co Roscommon/ Castlerea, Co Roscommon and formerly of Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim. 

Recently predeceased by his wife Patricia - 2nd April 2025. Bob will be deeply missed by his sons Robert (Limerick) and Ray (Ballinlough), his adored grandson Hugo, sister Jenny (UK), sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends. At Rest.

Reposing at Gaynor's Funeral Home, Castlerea from 11.30am - 1.30pm on Sunday, April 6 followed by removal to Kiltullagh Parish Church, Ballinlough, for funeral service at 2pm. Burial afterwards in Ballinlough Cemetery. Those wishing to send condolences or share memories with Bob's family can do so privately by clicking HERE.

Thomas (Tommie) Brazil, Raheny, Dublin / Castlepollard, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully in the care of the staff at Beaumont Hospital Dublin on Thursday, April 3, 2025 of Thomas (Tommie) Brazil, Raheny, Dublin and formerly of Castlepollard, Co Westmeath. Late of ESB Fleet Street. 

Beloved husband of Vera and loving father of Joan, Irene, Colette, Michelle, Aidan, Ronan, Linda and Aoife. Very sadly missed by his wife, sons and daughters, sons in-law, daughters in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother Clement and sister Eileen. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Jennings Funeral Home, Springdale Road, Raheny on Monday afternoon, April 7 from 4pm to 6pm. Removal on Tuesday morning, April 8 to the Church of Our Lady Mother of Divine Grace, Raheny arriving for Requiem Mass at 10am followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Respiratory Unit Beaumont Hospital. See link on rip.ie. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE on Tuesday morning, April 8 at 10am. The Crematorium Service will be streamed live HERE on Tuesday afternoon, April 8 at 12.30pm. 

Seamus Reynolds, Bray, Wicklow / Rooskey, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 of Seamus Reynolds of Bray, Co Wicklow and formerly of Rooskey, Co Roscommon.

Beloved husband of 63 years of Anne, much loved father of Finbar, Fiona, Aideen and Cormac. Beloved grandfather of Carla, Lucy, Jenny, Emma, Lola, Laura, Gavin, Jeff and Finn. Dearly beloved great-grandfather of Luis, Lino, Eoin and James. He will be sadly missed by his sister Eithne, brother Finian, sons-in-law Liam and Paul, daughter-in-law Wendy, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, extended family and friends. Predeceased by his brother Andrew and sister Emily.

Reposing at Thomas Murphy and Sons Funeral Home, Belcourt, 109 Boghall Road, Bray (A98 R673) on Friday evening, April 4 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal on Saturday morning, April 5 to Holy Redeemer Church, Main Street, Bray for 10am Funeral Service followed by private cremation at Mount Jerome Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

Pat Wynne, Harborne, Birmingham and formerly of Garryfluigh, Corraleehan, Co Cavan/Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully on his 80th birthday, in the care of his daughter Michelle on Friday, March 14, 2025 of Pat Wynne Harborne, Birmingham and formerly of Garryfluigh, Corraleehan, Co Cavan/Leitrim.

Predeceased by his wife Mary, parents Michael and Kathleen, brother Benny and sisters Bridie, Josie, Kathleen and Theresa Carmel. Loved dearly and sadly missed by his children Marie, Michelle and Patrick; his grandchildren Mary, Katie, Patrick and Charlie; his brothers Dominic and Eugene; his sisters Mary and Bernadette, all in the extended Wynne families, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.

Removal from Smith's Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim N41 TD62, on Thursday evening, April 3 to arrive at St. Brigid’s Church, Corraleehan at 7pm. Funeral Mass at 12 noon on Friday, April 4 followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. Pat’s family invites you to share your photos and best memories of Pat to [email protected]

Bridie Lally (née O'Boy), Lavagh, Drumsna, Leitrim / Monivea, Galway

The death has occurred peacefully in Kenbrook Care Home, Wembley, London on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 of Bridie Lally (nee O'Boy) Wembley, UK and formerly of Lavagh, Drumsna, Co Leitrim. August 20, 1933 - March 18, 2025.

Predeceased by her parents William and Kate, her siblings Molly, Nancy, Kathleen, Pat and Billy and husband Christy (Kilbeg, Monivea). Bridie will be sadly missed by her children Deirdre, Noel, Christine and William, their partners Paul, Linda, Steve and Roisin, her grandchildren Joseph, Emma, Benjamin, Matthew, Daniel, Lucy, Oliver and Grace, her brother Michael, sisters in-law Olive, Bridie and Sheil, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.Mass of Thanksgiving will take place in St. Erconwald's Church, Wembley on Monday, April 7 after which Bridie will travel to Ireland for Requiem Mass at 11am on Wednesday, April 9 in St Mary’s Church, Menlough (H53 HF10). Bridie will be laid to rest in Doonane Cemetery.

Your kindness at this time is very much appreciated. May she rest in peace.

Brendan Dunne, Gardanne, France / formerly of Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully following an illness borne with great courage on Saturday, March 15, 2025 of Brendan Dunne, Gardanne, France and formerly of Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon. 

Beloved husband to Marion (McDevitt) and devoted father to Emma & Matthieu. Cherished son of Noreen and the late Denis. Loving brother to Siobhán, Gráinne, Gary, Niamh & Fiona. Brendan will be sadly missed by his heartbroken family, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and a wide circle of friends and neighbours.

Funeral in France with commemoration service at a later date in Ireland.

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