Deaths in Longford - Monday, April 7, 2025
Death notices and funeral announcements for County Longford - May they Rest In Peace
Michael Shanley, Mullingar, Co Westmeath / Legan, Longford
The death occurred on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 of Michael Shanley of 9 Beech Grove, Mullingar, Co Westmeath.
Michael is predeceased by his parents Mary & Thomas Shanley (Clygeen, Legan, Co Longford) and his brothers Thomas (Tom) and Christopher (Tony), and sisters-in-law Elizabeth (Lilian) and Mary (Betty) and is deeply missed by his sister Marie, brother John, brother-in-law Louis and nephews, nieces, grand-nephews & grand-nieces, extended family and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Arriving at the Church of the Nativity, Ballynacargy, on Monday, April 7 at 6 pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 8 at 11am. burial to follow to Carrickedmond Cemetery, Longford. Family only flowers please, donations (if desired) to The Irish Society for Autism (Home Page - Irish Society for Autism). The family would like to thank the staff at 9 Beech Grove, for their care of Michael.
Maura Flynn (née McGovern), Rathfarnham, Dublin / Dring, Longford
The death occurred peacefully after a short illness surrounded by her family in the care of the wonderful staff of St James’s Hospital on Thursday, April 3, 2025 of Maura Flynn (née McGovern), Prospect Manor, Rathfarnham, D.16, formerly of Toome, Dring, Co Longford and Home Instead Senior Care, Rathfarnham.
Beloved wife and best friend of Sean, much loved sister of Kathleen, Anne, Geraldine, Angela, Peadar, Martin and Brendan. Maura will be forever loved and dearly missed by her husband, brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and a wide circle of friends especially her dear friend Maura Diamond. Maura is now reunited with her beloved parents Michael & Anna and her brothers Micheal & Seamus. May she Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Massey Bros. Funeral Home, Templeogue Village, D6W AC82 on Monday, April 7 from 5pm – 7pm. Removal on Tuesday afternoon, April 8 to Newlands Cross Crematorium Chapel for a service to celebrate Maura’s life at 2.30pm followed by cremation.
To view the Cremation service live, please click here. House Private. No flowers please, donations if desired to The Irish Cancer Society (donate here). To leave a private message of condolence, please click here. All enquiries to Massey Bros., Templeogue on (01) 490 7601.
Patrick Joseph Galligan, Carrickbanagher, Ballymote, Sligo, F52 H021 / Abbeylara, Longford
The death occurred peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family on Friday, April 4, 2025 of Patrick Joseph Galligan, Carrickbanagher, Collooney and formerly of Derragh, Abbeylara, Co Longford and Birmingham, England.
Predeceased by his brother Thomas and brother-in-law Peter Fagan. Patrick Joseph will be sadly missed by his wife Philomena, daughters Veronica and Angela, sons-in-law John Driscoll and John Room, sister Mary Fagan, sister-in-law Maureen, grandsons Sean and Kyle, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposed at his residence at Carrickbanagher, Drumfin, Co Sligo (F52 H021) on Sunday, April 6 from 2pm to 6pm. Requiem Mass on Monday, April 7 at 12 noon in the Church of the Assumption, Collooney (F91 CK24). Burial afterwards in St Nathy’s Cemetery, Collooney. Patrick Joseph’s mass will be streamed HERE. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the North West Hospice, c/o Des Rogers & Sons Funeral Directors or HERE. Patrick Joseph’s family very much appreciates your support and kindness at this sad time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Brigid (Bridie) Kearney (née Early), Aughavas, Leitrim / Ballina, Mayo
The death occurred peacefully in her 85th year, at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, April 6, 2025 of Brigid (Bridie) Kearney (née Early), Aughavas, Co Leitrim and formerly of Carrowtrasna, Carrowmore, Lacken, Ballina, Co Mayo.
Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Mary Kate Early. Sadly missed by her husband Jim, daughters; Teresa, Caroline (Martin), Ann (Padraig), sons; Michael (Ursula), Johnny, Anthony (Orlaith), her 26 grandchildren; Michael, Sean, Colum, Lisa, Rebecca, Lorraine, Joey, Mark, Pearse, Aoibhe, Tommy, Michaela, Katie, Madison, Sarah, Charlie, Sam, Matthew, Darren, Kerris, Bella, Amelia, Kaiden, David, Donnacha, Cara, Conor and her three great grandchildren; Diarmuid, Harper and Gearoid. May Brigid’s Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Brigid’s remains will repose at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim on Tuesday, April 8 from 6pm – 8pm. Brigid’s Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, April 9 at 12 noon in St Joseph's church Aughavas followed by burial in Aughavas old cemetery. Brigid’s Funeral Mass will be live streamed and can be viewed HERE.
House private at all times please. The Kearney family wish to express their gratitude for the sympathy and support shown to them at this sad and difficult time.
Howard Frost, Drumkeelan, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim
The death occurred in the loving care of the staff of Lough Erril Nursing Home, Mohill on Saturday, April 5, 2025 of Howard Frost, Drumkeelan, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents Taylor and Joyce, and his brother Nicholas. Howard will be sadly missed by his wife Peggy and his daughter Harriet, neighbours and circle of friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Howard will be reposing at his home (N41 AY22) on Monday, April 7 from 3pm to 8pm. Removal on Tuesday, April 8 to the Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan, at 12 noon for a celebration service of Howard's life. All welcome to share stores and recitals in his memory. The service can be viewed live HERE. Donations, if desired, to Lough Erril Residents Comfort Fund.
Gerard (Gerry) Reynolds, Foxborough, Drumsna, Leitrim / Monaghan
The death occurred peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Sligo University Hospital on Friday, April 4, 2025 of Gerard (Gerry) Reynolds, Foxborough, Drumsna, Co Leitrim and formerly Monaghan
Pre-deceased by his wives Mary and Angela, his daughter Miriam, brothers and sisters. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his devoted family. Sons Kevin (Chris), Gerard (Maragret), Monaghan, Kieron (Margaret), Drumsna, Barry (Fiona) Hartley, Carrick-on-Shannon, son-in-law Frank, grandchildren Colin, David, Rebecca, Darragh and Cillian, great-grandchildren Ruby, C.J, Mollie, Daíthí, Noah, Mia and Luca, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. Rest In Peace.
Gerard will Repose in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Drumsna on Monday, April 7 from 4pm to 7pm. Mass of Christian burial on Tuesday, April 8 at 11am in the church of the Immaculate Conception Drumsna with burial afterwards in Latlurcan Cemetery, Co Monaghan arriving at 3.45pm approximately.
Gerard’s Funeral Mass will be streamed live Gerard's Funeral Mass. No flowers please. Donations, if so desired to Cancer Care West or North West Hospice
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.
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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