Deaths in Longford - Monday, April 15, 2024

Jane Amooty (née D'Arcy) Ballagh, Newtownforbes, Longford and formerly of Creggan, Ferbane, Co Offaly


The death occurred peacefully in Mullingar Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, April 14, 2024 of Jane Amooty (nee D'Arcy) Ballagh, Newtownforbes, Longford and formerly of Creggan, Ferbane, Co Offaly. Predeceased by her parents, sister Josephine and brother Tom. Jane will be sadly missed and always remembered by her family, her dear husband Seameen (Jimmy), son Karole, daughters Denise and Michelle, sons-in-law Simon and Norman, daughter-in-law Heidy, her adored grandchildren and great- grandchildren Chad, Shaka, Michael, Brian, Christopher, Jacob, Emily, Lily, Amy, Noah and Cohen, brother Kieran (Creggan), sisters Mary (London), Bridie (Cloonrallagh), and Patty (Ferbane), nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and dear friends. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. May Her Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Jane will repose in her home on Tuesday, April 16 from 5pm until 8pm. Removal on Wednesday, April 17 to arrive to St Mary's Church, Newtownforbes for Funeral Mass at 11am. Following Mass, Jane will be laid to rest in the local cemetery. Family flowers only please, donation if desired to the Irish Cancer Society c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member.
Joseph (Joe) Kilbride, Smear, Aughnacliffe, Longford


The death occurred, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family following a long illness bravely borne, of Joseph (Joe) Kilbride, Smear, Aughnacliffe, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Michael and Rita, his sister Kathleen, and his nephews Michael and Alan. Sadly missed by his loving wife Grainne, his sons Kevin and Colm, daughters in law Fiona and Nady, grandson Ruadhán TJ, his brothers Liam and Sean, sister Maggie, his nieces and nephews, brothers and sisters in law, father and mother in law and all extended family, neighbours and friends.
Reposing in Finnegan's Funeral Home, Cavan on Sunday, April 14 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal from his home on Monday morning, April 15 to Colmcille church for funeral mass at 11am. Cremation in Lakelands crematorium at 2pm. House private to family, friends and neighbours. No flowers or mass cards please. Donations to cancer research and/or Irish Kidney Association.
Kevin Maguire, Legga, Longford


The death occurred, suddenly, on Friday, April 12, 2024 of Kevin Maguire, Legga, Longford. He will be sadly missed by his heartbroken family, parents John and Josie, brothers Mark and Gary (New York), sisters Tara and Becky (New York), sisters-in-law Emma and Nicole, his beloved nieces and nephews Sophie, Mia, Jayden and Kevin, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, close friends and good neighbours. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Athlone Road, Longford, (N39 K381) on Saturday, April 13 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, April 15 in St Mary’s Church, Legga at 12 noon, burial afterwards in Legga Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE.
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired to PIETA care of Dillon & Shepherd Funeral Directors, any family member or online by clicking on the following link:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/KevinMaguire House Private Please.
Liam Noonan, Cloonaufil, Rooskey, Roscommon


The death occurred on Friday, April 12, 2024 of Liam Noonan, Cloonaufil, Rooskey, Roscommon. May he rest in peace.Funeral Arrangements Later
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