Deaths in Longford - Friday, October 25, 2024

Danny Conway, Connolly Crescent, Longford Town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 of Danny Conway, Connolly Crescent, Longford town. Predeceased by his parents and by his sister Marie. Danny will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, beloved wife Patricia, daughter Caroline, sons John, Vinny and Mark, sister Ena, daughters-in-law Kay, Joanne and Dawn, sons-in-law Barry and Stephen, grandchildren Katelynn, Kian, Devin, Rían, Jake, Sam, Holly, Leila, Max and Ollie, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Sunday, October 27 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Monday, October 28 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com House private please.

Angela Stuart (née Conway), Keel, Moydow, Longford, N39 K585

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at the Regional Hospital, Mullingar on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 of Angela Stuart (nee Conway) Keel, Moydow, Longford N39K585.

Sadly missed by her loving husband Crawford and her son Paul, grandchildren Doireann and Senan, her brothers Eamon (Shrule, Co. Mayo), Noel (Athenry, Co. Galway), Patsy (UK) John (Dublin) and Larry (Rathfarnham, Dublin), her sisters Maria Smith (UK) and Nuala Sarsfield (Claremorris, Co. Mayo), daughter-in-law Katherine, nieces and nephews, neighbours, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

Reposing at her son Paul's home in Keel on Friday, October 25 from 5pm with prayers at 8pm. Removal on Saturday, October 26 to St Mary's Church, Moydow, arriving for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Moydow Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Multiple Sclerosis Society care of Paschal Lyons, Funeral Director, Ardagh, or any family member. House private outside of reposing time please.

Catherine Stevenson (née McDonald), Cloverwell, Edgeworthstown, Longford / Killinarden, Dublin

The death occurred peacefully in the company of her loving family and in the tender care of the staff at the Ciúin Suite at the Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar on Saturday, October 19, 2024 of Catherine Stevenson (née McDonald), Cloverwell, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford and formerly of Killinarden, Tallaght and Devenish Road, Dublin.

Predeceased by her father Davey. Catherine will be very sadly missed and forever remembered by her partner James, daughter Louise and son David, their father Richard, son-in-law Barry, daughter-in-law Sinead, her cherished grandchildren Katie, Ryan and Leah; Emily, Leah, Lacey and Jack, brother Damien, nephew, nieces, relatives and many friends. May Catherine rest in peace. At Catherine’s request, a private funeral has taken place.

Ann Farrell, Cnoc na Gaoithe, Lanesboro, Longford / Newtowncashel, Longford

The death occurred in the presence of her beloved family, and friends, in the wonderful care of the staff at The Roscommon Hospice on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 of Ann (Anna) Farrell, Cnoc na Gaoithe, Lanesboro and formerly of Clonmee, Newtowncashel.

Predeceased by her parents Criss and Paddy Joe. Ann will be sadly missed by her loving daughter Katrine, her adored grand-daughters Ava and Bella, her sisters Christine and Catherine, her brothers Martin, Ger, Padraig, Ronnie and Brian, nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, wonderful friends, neighbours and relatives. May Ann rest in peace.

Reposing at Farrell’s Funeral Home, Lanesboro (N39 E761) on Thursday, October 24 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass in the Church of the Blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel (N39 FX29) on Friday, October 25 at 1pm, followed by private cremation.

Funeral Mass can be viewed using the following link https://www.churchtv.ie/newtowncashel/

No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Roscommon Hospice - Donate Here, or via donation box, family member or funeral director. The Farrell family would like to express their thanks to all those who took care of Ann during her illness, especially the staff at The Roscommon Hospice.

Hugh McCann, Clonbalt Lane, Longford Town, Longford / Lurgan, Armagh

The death occurred peacefully, in his 87th year, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 of Hugh McCann, Clonbalt Lane, Longford Town, Longford and formerly of Lurgan, Armagh. Predeceased by his parents, sisters Maureen, Patricia and Phyllis, brother Sean and by his dear wife Cecilia.

Hugh will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughters Marie McGuinness (Dublin) and Bernadette (Mullingar), sons Gerard (Dublin) and Hugh (Exeter, U.K.), sister Ethna (Lurgan), daughters-in-law Fiona and Susan, sons-in-law Ray and Alan, sister-in-law Joan, brothers-in-law Liam, Kevin and Michael, grandchildren David, Raymond, Hugh, Jude, Lucas, Alec and Martha, great-granddaughters Erin and Aimee-rae, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Friday, October 25 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, October 26 at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Newtownforbes, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to view here  Family flowers only please donations if desired to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland donate here House private please

Josephine Farrell (née Barrett), Derawley, Drumlish, Co Longford and formerly of Rathkeary, Tibohine, Co Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at Mullingar General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 of Josephine Farrell (nee Barrett) Derawley, Drumlish, Co Longford and formerly of Rathkeary, Tibohine, Co Roscommon.

Predeceased by her parents Martin and Catherine Barrett, her sister Helen and grandson Dean. Josephine will be sadly missed by her husband James (Jimmy), sons Colm, James, Niall and Noel, daughters Carmel, Caitríona, Bernie and Irene, her beloved 16 grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers Chris, Brendan and Jim, sister Úna, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews,relatives, neighbours and friends. Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.

Reposing at Glennon's Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road, Co Longford (N39 EC81) on Thursday evening, October 24 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Funeral mass on Friday, October 25 arriving to St Mary's Church, Drumlish for 12 noon mass followed by burial in the old cemetery. Funeral mass can be streamed live by clicking on the following link.

Sharon Kilroy, Killamaun, Mohill, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Sligo University Hospital surrounded by her loving family on Monday, October 21, 2024 of Sharon Kilroy Killamaun, Mohill, Co Leitrim and formerly of Jersey Channel Islands. 

Sharon will be sadly missed by Garry, her loving daughter Saoirsa, Delma, Lydia, sister in law Susan, grandchildren, great - grandchildren, her beloved pets, good friends and neighbours. May Sharon Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Leevy's Funeral Home, Scramogue (F42 FD78) on Friday, October 25 from 2pm until 3.30pm followed by a private cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. House private at all times. Family flowers only please.

Sheila Garvey (née Glennon), Quay Street, Drumsna, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the tender and loving care of the nurses and staff at Drumderrig Nursing Home Boyle on Monday, October 21, 2024 of Sheila Garvey (née Glennon) Quay Street, Drumsna, Co Leitrim.

Predeceased by her parents Joseph and Elizabeth, brother Sean and sister Tess. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her devoted family. Loving husband Gerry, daughters Josephine O’Callaghan (Oranmore), Jennifer Conneely (Oranmore), sons-in-law Robert and Derek.

Adored grandchildren Emma, Cian, Darragh, Bríain and Daithí, sisters-in-law Phyllis and Josie, brothers-in-law Fr. Frank Garvey and Austin. Her loving nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Sheila will repose in the Church of the Immaculate Conception Drumsna on Thursday, October  24 from 4pm to 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, October 25 at 12 noon with burial afterwards in Annaduff Cemetery.

Sheila’s Funeral Mass will be streamed live on the following link Sheila's Funeral Mass House private at all times please.

Rafal Kurkowski, Errew Drive, Lough Rynn, Mohill, Co Leitrim

The death occurred suddenly on Monday, October 21, 2024 of Rafal Kurkowski Errew Drive, Lough Rynn, Mohill, Co. Leitrim. Predeceased by his father Leszek Sylwester and sister Iwona. Sadly missed by his heartbroken wife Magdalena, adored daughters Olimpia and Marika, mother Barbara Janina, sister Marta, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.

Rafal’s Cremation service will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 5pm on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Cremation service will be streamed live here Rafal's Cremation Service (Password for live stream is Crem26S) House private please.

Vera Hynes (née Casey), High Warren, Baylin, Athlone, Westmeath, N37E003

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and the staff of Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 of Vera Hynes (nee Casey) High Warren, Baylin, Athlone, Co Westmeath. 

Predeceased by her loving daughter Anne Marie, parents Josephine and Michael, brother Seamus, sister Mary Frances. Beloved wife of Oliver and much loved mother of Sean, Imelda (Leavy), Patrick, Dara (Westgarth), Olive (Connaughton), Brian and Anna (Bannon), her 6 sons-in-law, sisters Nuala, Olive, Carmel and Ita, her adored grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends, especially Estie and Maura. May Vera Rest in Peace.

Vera will repose at her home (N37E003) on Friday, October 25 from 5pm until 8pm. A one way traffic system will be in operation coming in via L1427 Baylin. Removal on Saturday, October 26 to Corpus Christi Church Mount Temple arriving at 11.50am for Funeral Prayers. Funeral Mass at 12 (noon). Burial afterwards in Donegan Cemetery.

The family wish to express their gratitude to Glasson Health Centre, UHG, and the staff of Portiuncula Hospital Ballinasloe for their care of Vera, also a special thanks to a wonderful palliative care team. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Cancer Care West. https://www.cancercarewest.ie/donate/

Private messages of condolence or enquiries can be sent to [email protected] Vera’s Funeral Mass will be streamed live. https://www.churchcamlive.ie/mounttemple-parish/

Ilse Kiebler, Garrymore, Ballinagh, Co Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, October 11, 2024 of Ilse Kiebler, Garrymore, Ballinagh, Co Cavan. 

Ilse will be very sadly missed by her loving family, Husband Rolf and son Sven, nieces, relatives, neighbours, and many friends. May She Rest in Peace. 

A celebration of Ilse’s life will take place in Lakelands Funeral Home and Crematorium, Cavan on Sunday, October 27 at 12 noon.

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