Deaths in Longford - Friday, September 27, 2024

May they Rest In Peace
Florence Murphy, Clonkeen Road, Dublin / Ballymahon, Co Longford


The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the staff at Blackrock Hospice on Thursday, September 26, 2024 of Florence Murphy, Clonkeen Road, Co Dublin and formerly of Ballymahon, Co Longford.
Florence will be sadly missed by her sister Marie, brothers Brendan and Eamonn, sisters-in-law Mary and Eimear, devoted cousins Carmel and Philip, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Predeceased by her brother Con. D'imigh Blathnaid uainn go ciúin. Braithfimid uainn i. Suíochán i measc na naomh go raibh aici Go ndéana dia trócaire ar a hanam uasal. Funeral Mass on Monday morning, September 30 at 10am in The Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock followed by interment in Deansgrange Cemetery. Family flowers only, donation in lieu can be made to Blackrock Hospice.
The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the parish webcam ww.foxrockparish.ie
Mary Walsh (née Beattie) Moher, Lanesboro, Roscommon


The death occurred peacefully, but unexpectedly, surrounded by her family, in the wonderful care of the staff at Portiuncula University Hospital on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 of Mary Walsh (née Beattie) Moher, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon and retired employee of Roscommon Mart.
Predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend Mick, her infant son Martin, daughter-in-law Annette, parents Jim and Katie and her sister Anne Morgan. She will be forever missed by her heartbroken children Mícheál, Martina, Georgina and Seamus, brother Joe, sister Ina Alecock (Cavan), son-in-law Declan Dunne, daughter-in-law Marion Dolan, grandchildren T.J., Jodie, Bobby, Stacey, John, Stephen, Michael, Francis and Darragh, great-grandchildren, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many good friends. May Mary rest in peace.
Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Friday evening, September 27 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal from her home on Saturday morning, September 28 arriving at the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Derrane Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St Francis’ Ward at Portiuncula University Hospital, Ballinasloe.
Please note the Funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Saturday, September 28 at 12 noon by CLICKING HERE.
Patrick Maguire, 17 Crann Lur, Ennybegs, Killoe, Co Longford, N39YK51


The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 23, 2024 of Patrick Maguire 17 Crann Lur, Ennybegs, Killoe, Co Longford, N39YK51.
Predeceased by his father Michael, brother James, and sister Katherine. Patrick will be very sadly missed by his wife Patricia, son David, daughter Desiree, his daughter -in-law Sara, his adored grandchildren Sarah, Patrick, Jade and Tiana, mother Mary, brothers Eddie, Mickey, Peter, Martin, Sean and Noel, sisters Maryann, Imelda, Angela and Josephine, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and his circle of friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his home (Eircode N39YK51) on Wednesday, September 25 from 4pm to 8pm. Removal from his home on Thursday evening, September 26 to St Mary’s Church, Ennybegs (Eircode N39AH01) arriving at 7pm. Patrick's Funeral Mass will take place on Friday, September 27 at 11am followed by burial in Granardkill new Cemetery. Funeral mass can be streamed via https://www.churchservices.tv/killoe
Elizabeth (Betty) Finn (née Clyne), 19 Derryhaun, Kenagh, Co Longford


The death occurred peacefully in the Midlands Regional Hospital, Mullingar surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 of Elizabeth (Betty) Finn, (Née Clyne) 19 Derryhaun, Kenagh, Co Longford.
Predeceased by her husband Jimmy and her son David. Betty will be dearly missed by her children Mary, PJ, Paddy, Seamus, Esther, Elizabeth, Carmel and Valerie, her sister Mary, her grandchildren David, Kevin, Doireann, Shauna, Patrick, Molly, and Amy and her great grandson Lachlann. May Betty Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Farrell's Funeral Home, Lanesboro (N39 HV52) on Thursday, September 26 from 5pm to 8pm. Removal on Friday, September 27 arriving at the Church of the Blessed Virgin, Newtowncashel, for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Kilcommock Cemetery. Home Private Please.
Funeral Mass can be streamed live by clicking on following link https://www.churchtv.ie/newtowncashel/
Clifford Rossall, Legan Rock, Legan, Co Longford


The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in Thomond Lodge Nursing Home on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 of Clifford Rossall Legan Rock, Legan, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his mother Doris and father Leonard and his brother Lenny, Cliff will be sadly missed by his loving wife Carmel, his children Kym, Michelle and Kevin, son-in-law Mark, his adored grandchildren Jack, Chloe and Amy, and his dog Dusty, sister Pauline, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, relatives and his many dear friends. Deep are the memories, Precious they stay; No passing of time, Can take them away. Rest in Peace Cliff.
A Celebration Service of Cliff's life will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Rd, Cavan, H12 RF78 on Saturday, September 28 at 12 noon. No flowers please, Donations, if desired to ISPCA Kenagh, Co Longford, c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. Family home private please.
Annie Josephine Doonan (née Mitchell), Cloone, Co Leitrim


The death occurred tragically on Saturday September 21, 2024 of Annie Josephine Doonan (nee Mitchell), of Hicksville, NY and formerly of Cloone, Co. Leitrim, Ireland.
Predeceased by her beloved husband, Vincent Doonan. Loving mother of Rhonda, Danielle and predeceased by Vincent B and Kelly. Devoted Nana of Ava, Declan, Lincoln, Adeline and Daphne. Loving Mother-in-Law of Dave, Paul and Yola. Cherished sister of Bridie, Cathy, Eugene, Willy, Mary, Monica and predeceased by Charlie, John and Margaret. She will be greatly missed by many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. May Annie Jo's gentle soul Rest in Peace.
Visitation was from 3 to 5pm and 7 to 9:30pm on Thursday, September 26 at Chapey & Sons Funeral Care, 20 Hicksville Road in Bethpage, NY. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:15am (U.S.A. Time) on Friday, September 27 at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 500 S. Oyster Bay Road in Hicksville, NY. Internment at St Charles Cemetery, 2015 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY.
Annie Jo's Funeral Mass can be viewed by clicking on the following link; https://www.facebook.com/church.olm/
Memorial donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to the Our Lady of Mercy PANTRY, 500 S. Oyster Bay Road, Hicksville, NY 11801, Attn: PANTRY. Annie Jo's family very much appreciate your support, sympathy and understanding at this sad and difficult time.
Brian Boylan, Shannow, Ballinagh, Co Cavan


The death occurred following a long illness, at the Lisdarn Unit Cavan on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 of Brian Boylan, Shannow, Ballinagh, Co Cavan. Predeceased by his parents Pat and Maisie, brothers Tony, John and Danny. Sadly missed by his brothers Patsy, Seamus (Marion) and Gerry, Uncle Petie Leddy, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposing at Briody`s Funeral Home, Kilnaleck (A82 DX59) on Thursday evening, September 26 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Removal from his home on Friday, September 27 to St Joseph`s Church, Drumkilly for 12 noon Funeral Mass. Cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. May He Rest In Peace. House Private Please. Family flowers only Donations, if desired, in lieu to The Lisdarn Unit Cavan c/o Briody`s Funeral Home or any family member. Brian`s family would like to acknowledge the Staff of The Lisdarn Unit Cavan and Murtagh`s Pharmacy Ballinagh for their care to Brian.
Eugene 'Gene' Kilkenny, Annamacullen, Cloone, Co Leitrim


The death occurred peacefully in Collins House, Springhouse Road, Corringham, Stanford-le-Hope SS17 7LE, United Kingdom on Friday, September 6, 2024 of Eugene ‘Gene’ Kilkenny, Annamacullen, Cloone, Co Leitrim.
Requiem mass in St Mary's Church, Cloone, Co Leitrim, on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 12 noon with burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Eugene’s requiem mass can be viewed here Eugene's Requiem Mass
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