Deaths in Longford - Friday, January 24, 2025

Finbar O'Reilly, 15 Cuirt, Shanmullagh, Ballinamuck, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully at home in the arms of his loving parents on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 of Finbar O'Reilly, 15 Cuirt, Shanmullagh, Ballinamuck, Longford. He is predeceased by his grandparents Rose and Patrick Joseph O’Reilly and uncle Jonathan.

Deeply regretted by his heartbroken parents Melissa and Colin, brothers Zack and C.J, sister Evie, grandparents Rose McKenna, Joe Donlon and Pappa John, aunts, uncles, godparents Paddy and Karen, cousins, relatives, friends and good neighbours. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

 Funeral Mass at 1pm on Saturday, January 25 in St Patrick's Church, Ballinamuck, followed by burial in Ballinamuck New Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations, if desired to The Gavin Glynn Foundation, care of Dillon & Shepherd Funeral Directors, any family member or online https://www.idonate.ie/FinbarOReilly

The family would like to take this opportunity to thank everybody who helped care for Finbar throughout his illness, especially the staff of St. John's Ward in Crumlin Children's Hospital and the Palliative Car Team. House private at all times. 

Padraic Mannion, Glenavon, Athlone, Westmeath / Ballymahon, Longford

The death occurred suddenly at his residence on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 of Padraic Mannion, Glenavon, Athlone, Westmeath / Ballymahon, Longford. Predeceased by his brother Seamus and parents Willie and Sheilagh. Deeply regretted by his sisters Marie and Teresa, brother Gerard, brother-in-law Tom, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace.

Padraic will repose on Saturday, January 25 in St Matthew's Church, Ballymahon, from 3pm to 5pm. Funeral Mass is on Sunday, January 26 at 1pm and he will be laid to rest in Forgney Cemetery. If you are unable to attend, the Mass may be viewed HERE.  

Eilish Kelly, The Lodge, Ballytoohey, Tarmonbarry, Roscommon / Tarmonbarry, Longford

The death occurred, peacefully in Beaumount Hospital surrounded her loving family, on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 of Eilish Kelly, The Lodge, Ballytoohey, Tarmonbarry, Roscommon / Tarmonbarry, Longford. Predeceased by her father Michael (Mickie). Eilish will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her mother Mary, sisters Caroline, Lorna and Yvonne, brothers in law Anthony and Paul, uncles John (Mullingar) and Benny (Dublin), nephews Aaron, James and niece Lauren, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May She Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Leavy's Funeral Home Scramogue (F42 FD78) on Thursday evening, January 23 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal to the Sacred Heart Church Whitehall (Q36H+WF) on Saturday morning, January 25 for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Clontuskert Cemetery (MXXP+8M). Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Mayo Roscommon Hospice C/o of Tom Crosby Funeral Undertaker Tarmonbarry or any family member. House Private Please.

John Sorohan, Newtownforbes, Longford

The death occurred on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 of John Sorohan, Newtownforbes, Longford. Predeceased by his parents, Charlie and Ellen, sister Alice, brothers Dan, Mick and Charlie, son in law Sean Mulleady, nephew Philip and grandnephew Daniel. John will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Rose, sons Cathal, Sean and Gary, daughters Teresa, Eileen and Laura, son in law Gerard, daughters in law Liz and Mary, his adored grandchildren Sharon, Claire, Bridget, Alan, Mark, David, Sean, Josh, Grace, Jack and Fionn, sisters in law, nephews and nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May John’s Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81), on Thursday, January 23 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Removal from his home on Saturday, January 25 to arrive at St Mary’s Church, Newtownforbes for Funeral Mass at 2pm. Following Mass, John will be laid to rest in Newtownforbes Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Padre Pio Unit, St Joseph’s Care Centre, Longford c/o Sean Whitney, Funeral Director or any family member. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live at the following link.

Tommie Griffin, Bohey, Drumlish, Longford / Farnaught, Leitrim

The death occurred, unexpectedly at his residence, on Saturday, January 18, 2025 of Tommie Griffin, Bohey, Drumlish, Longford / Farnaught, Leitrim. Predeceased by his wife Carmel and baby Bernadette, brothers Alex and Jimmy and parents Elizabeth and Thomas. Deeply regretted by his sons and daughters Thomas, Evelyn (Kim), Donna (Gregg) and Gerard. Brothers and sisters Eamon, Maureen, Pauline, Patricia, Anastasia and Packie. Brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and god children, relatives and friends. May Tommie rest in peace. 

Tommie's remains will be leaving with a family cortège from Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Saturday morning, January 25. Funeral mass on Saturday in St Mary's Church Gortletteragh at 12 noon followed by burial in Newtownforbes cemetery.

Sheila Walsh (née Dowd), St Brigid's Terrace, Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred on Monday, January 20, 2025 of Sheila Walsh (nee Dowd), St Brigid’s Terrace, Longford town and formerly of Fortwilliam, Newtowncashel, Co Longford. 

Predeceased by her daughter Mary Bridget McNamara (Leganomer, Aughavas), parents Bernard and Bridget Dowd, sisters Bridget and Mary Kate and by her brothers John and Bernard. Sheila will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, brother Michael Dowd (Williamstown, Co Galway), sister-in-law Teresa, grandchildren Eugene and Sheila McNamara, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and all the wonderful staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Reposing at Laurel Lodge Nursing Home Chapel, Longford (N39 XE92) on Thursday, January 23 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection in the Church of the Blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel at 2pm on Friday, January 24, interment afterwards in Rathcline Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Patient Comfort Fund at Laurel Lodge Nursing Home, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.

Dorothy Woodcock, Bohermore, Ardagh, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully, in the loving care of the doctors, nurses and staff in Autumn Lodge at St Joseph's Care Centre, Dublin Road, Longford on Monday, January 20, 2025 of Dorothy Woodcock, Bohermore, Ardagh, Longford and formerly of Harrogate, England.

Predeceased by her husband David and by her parents Tom and Annie Dyal (nee Butler), Abbeyshrule. Sadly missed by her loving cousins, her kind neighbours and circle of very good friends. Rest in peace.

Private cremation ceremony will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan, on Saturday, January 25.

Raymond Neilon, Tonywarden, Granard, Longford

The death occurred on Monday, January 20, 2025 of Raymond Neilon, Tonywarden, Granard, Co Longford. Predeceased by his father Tom. Raymond will be sadly missed by his loving mother Eithne, sisters Lorna (Glenn), Elaine (Niall), brothers Niall (Donna), Gary, and Alan (Suzie), nieces and nephews, Nicole, Seanán, Tom, Fiadh, Aodhán, Carla, Alisha, Megan, Aaron, Finn, Keeva, Davin, Alison, Saoirse and Cáitlin, uncles, aunts, relatives, many great friends and neighbours. May Raymond’s Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his sister and brother-in- laws house, Elaine and Niall Sheridan, Lisryan, Co Longford (Eircode N39T864) on Thursday, January 23 from 3pm to 8pm. Removal from Lisryan on Saturday, January 25 to St Mary's Church, Granard, for Funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by Christian burial in Granardkill cemetery. House strictly private outside of reposing times please. Funeral Mass can be viewed online HERE.

Caitriona Duffy (née McCrann), Breanross South, Farnaught PO, Mohill, Co Leitrim

The death occurred unexpectedly at her residence and late of Corlea, Eslinbridge, Mohill on Monday, January 20, 2025 of Caitriona Duffy (nee McCrann) Breanross South, Farnaught PO, Mohill, Co Leitrim.

Deeply regretted by her husband Pat, sons Colm, Niall and Alan, daughters Eimear and Carla, daughter-in-law Carol, her adored grandchildren Éanna and Rían, sisters Elizabeth and Rosarii, brothers Liam and Seamus, brothers-in-laws, sisters-in-laws, nephews and nieces, extended relatives and large circle of friends.

Predeceased by her Mother and Father, Nan and Jim McCrann and Mother and Father-in-Law, Cissie and Packie Duffy. May Caitriona Rest in Peace.

Reposing at her residence (N41 VF89) on Thursday, January 23 from 3pm until 9pm, family break from 5pm to 5:30pm and Saturday, January 25 from 4pm until 7pm. Funeral mass on Sunday, January 26 to St Mary’s Church, Gortletteragh at 1pm followed by burial in Farnaught cemetery. Family time on Sunday morning please. Family flowers only please.

Dmytro Yefimenko, Ballinagh, Co Cavan

The death occurred tragically following an accident on Saturday, January 18, 2025 of Dmytro Yefimenko, Main Street, Ballinagh, Co Cavan.  

Dmytro will be deeply missed by his beloved daughter Alina, mother Lyubov’, father Anatoliy, brother Vladimir, granddaughter Evangelina, all his nieces, nephews, extended family, many friends, and his work colleagues.

Reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan H12 RF78 on Saturday, January 25 from 5pm until prayers at 6pm, followed by cremation.

Brian Finnegan, Killamaun, Mohill, Leitrim

The death occurred  peacefully, at Sligo University Hospital on Monday, January 20, 2025 of Brian Finnegan Killamaun, Mohill, Co Leitrim. Brian will be sadly missed by his brothers Vincent and Thomas, Sisters, Mary and Claire, his brothers-in-laws, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and neighbours. May Brian Rest in Peace.

Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, January 25 at 12 noon, in St. Patrick's Church, Mohill, followed by interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Brian's Funeral Mass may be viewed HERE. 

Barbara Conlon (née Lennon), Ballinagh, Cavan / Rush, Dublin

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 of Barbara Conlon (née Lennon), Ballinagh, Cavan and formerly of Rush, Dublin. 

She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Declan, brother Brendan, sons Robert and Steven, daughter Jennifer, stepdaughters Sarah and Susan and their partners Michelle, Shane and Jason, grandchildren Lorcan, Noah, Finn, Grace, Mia and James, extended family, nephews, nieces, Cecil and her dear friends. May Barbara Rest In Peace.

Reposing at her home in Ballinagh, Cavan, H12 Y932 on Sunday, January 26 from 3pm to 7pm. A funeral service for Barbara will take place on Monday afternoon, January 27 at 1pm in Glasnevin Crematorium. Funeral service can be viewed HERE. 

Betty (Bridget) McAndrew (née Mulligan), Beeston, Nottingham and previously of Drumshanbo South, Farnaught, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family aged 91 on Sunday, December 22, 2024 of Betty (Bridget) McAndrew (née Mulligan) of Beeston, Nottingham and previously of Drumshanbo South, Farnaught, Co Leitrim.

Now reunited with her beloved Frank. A cherished mother to Katrina, Bernadette, Fiona, Grainne and Rosaleen. An adoring grandmother to Francesca, Joseph and Ciaran Bond. A warm hearted mother-in-law to Tom and a dear sister to Mary Curtis (Raheny, Dublin). Betty will be greatly missed by her heartbroken family and all those who loved her. Pre-deceased by her loving parents James and Ann (nee Scanlon) and her sister Annie. 

Betty will be received into the Church of The Assumption, Beeston on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 5pm. Her Requiem Mass will take place the following morning on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 11am, before being laid to rest with her husband Frank at Beeston Cemetery. Live streaming of the Mass will be available for viewing. Please contact the Funeral Director.

Family flowers preferred or donations to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart via the Funeral Director will be gratefully received. A. W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, Trent House, 106 Station Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2AY. 0115 922 0433 www.lymn.co.uk

Annie Heyneman, Kilnavart, Ballyconnell, Cavan

The death occurred suddenly on Saturday, January 11, 2025 of Annie Heyneman, Kilnavart, Ballyconnell, Cavan. Predeceased by her parents Maureen and Dan McLaughlin.

She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Henk, her children, brother and sisters, future son-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace. 

Reposing at Lawlor's Funeral Home, Erne Hill, Belturbet (H14R583) on Friday, January 24 from 5pm until 8pm. Remains arriving at St Patrick's Church, Kilnavart on Saturday, January 25 for funeral mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Denise Collins (née Finneran), Rooskey, Bealnamulla, Athlone, Roscommon.

The death occurred peacefully, after an illness bravely borne, surrounded by her loving family in the wonderful care of Roscommon Hospice on Monday, January 20, 2025 of Denise Collins (née Finneran), Rooskey, Bealnamulla, Athlone, Co Roscommon.

Predeceased recently by her husband Gerry, father Sean and brother Michael. Sadly missed by her heartbroken children Zoe, Mia and Jay, mother Nancy (Kiltoom), sisters Bernie Faulkner (Boston) (Andy) and Annette Warby (Kiltoom) (Patrick), sister-in-law Patricia Finneran (Glanduff) brothers Padraig (Bealnamulla) (Mary) and Declan (Bealnamulla) (Edel), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and her many good friends. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Denise will repose at St Brigid's Funeral Home, Brideswell (N37 EK88) on Thursday evening, January 23 from 5pm until 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, January 24 at 2pm in S.S. Peter & Paul's Church, Athlone, with burial afterwards in Drum cemetery. Those who wish to stream Denise's funeral Mass live, may do so by clicking on https://www.churchservices.tv/athlone

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Foundation. The Collins family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this very difficult time. House Strictly Private.

Felix Harten, Carnagh Upper, Kilcogy, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at his home in the loving care of his family on Sunday, December 15, 2024 of Felix Harten, Birmingham, England and formerly Carnagh Upper, Kilcogy, Co Cavan.   

Predeceased by his parents Felix and Rose, his beloved son Colin, sisters Kathleen and Eithne and brother Benny.

Sadly missed by his loving wife Elizabeth, sons Phelim (Linda), Thomas (Nicola), Dermot (Franchesca) and daughter Mary (Andrew), grandchildren Freddy, Felix and Lizabella, brothers Paddy (Carnagh), James (Navan), sisters and brothers in law, nephews, nieces relatives and a large circle of friends. May he rest in peace.

Funeral Mass on Friday, January 24 at 12.30pm Saint Ambrose, Barlow, Birmingham and may be viewed HERE. 

Sean Kelleher, Mullinadara, Carrigallen, Leitrim

The death occurred unexpectedly on Friday, December 13, 2024 of Sean Kelleher, Nottingham, London and formerly of Mullinadara, Carrigallen, Leitrim. 

Sean will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving family, his partner Bushra, brother Gerry, sisters Maura (Nicholls),Bernadette (Murray), sister-in-law,brothers-in-law,nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he Rest In Peace. 

Funeral arrangements later

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