Deaths in Longford - Monday, February 28, 2022



The death occurred, peacefully at his residence surrounded by his close family, friends and neighbours, on Sunday, February 27, of Joseph (Josie) Mallon, Ballagh, Newtowncashel, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Annie. Josie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, his beloved wife Maureen, brother-in-law Johnny McGee, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at his residence (N39 AK12) on Monday, February 28 from 4pm until 7pm (walk through only). Mass of the Resurrection in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Newtowncashel at 12 noon on Tuesday, March 1, interment afterwards in Saint’s Island Cemetery.
The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time. No flowers please, donations if desired to Longford Hospice, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.


The death occurred on Saturday, February 26, of Joe Kelly, Derrylough, Kenagh, Co Longford.
Funeral arrangements will be published on Monday afternoon, February 28. May Joe Rest in Peace
Trevor Tomsett, Bunninassa , Bornacoola, Longford / Leitrim
The death occurred, peacefully at home, on Saturday, February 26, 2022 of Trevor Tomsett, Bunninassa , Bornacoola, Longford / Leitrim. Trevor will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, his beloved wife Mary, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Mass of the Resurrection will take place in St Mary’s Church, Newtownforbes on Sunday, March 6 at 1pm, interment afterwards in Newtownforbes Cemetery. The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time. No flowers by request please. House strictly private please.


The death occurred, suddenly, on Thursday, February 24, 2022 of Hugh McCartin, Ardunsaghan, Drumreilly, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by his father and mother, Johnny and Bridget, and brothers Sean and Joe. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken partner of 29 years, Martina, and all her family, brothers Gerry (Mary) and Martin (Sheila), aunt Maggie, uncle Hughie, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposed at Smith's Funeral home, High Street, Ballinamore (Eircode N41 TD62) on Sunday evening, February 27. Removal from his residence on Monday morning, February 28 to arrive at St Mary's Church, Drumreilly (Eircode H12XY92) for Funeral Mass at 12 noon with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private to family neighbours and close friends please. The Funeral mass may be viewed live on the following link https://vimeo.com/681889708 . Family flowers only. Donations,in lieu to Drumreilly Parish Defibrillator Fund c/o Gorby Funeral Directors, Newtowngore.
In compliance with current Government Guidelines,we ask that all who will be attending adhere to social distancing guidelines,wear face coverings and refrain from shaking hands.


The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at her home in London, after a short illness, on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 of Margaret O'Sullivan (nee Cooney), The Avenue, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, London TW16 5EH and formerly of Ballycaher, Ballintubber, Castlerea, Co Roscommon.
Dearly loved wife of Pat (formerly of Ballyledder, Beaufort, Co Kerry), much loved mother of Christopher and Martin, adored grandmother to Morgan and Quinn and mother-in-law to Verity. Predeceased by her parents Martin and Christina, sisters-in-law Geraldine and Noreen and brother-in-law Jimmy. Sadly missed by her sisters and brothers Marie (Lanesboro), Imelda (Coosan, Athlone), Pat (Ballycaher), John (Mount Plunkett, Lecarrow) and Vincent (Ballintubber), her aunt Lizzie Conboy (Ballintubber), sisters-in-law Teresa, Mary and Anne, brothers-in-law John and Jerry, nieces, nephew, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours, and many great friends in Ireland and UK. May Margaret rest in peace.
Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon on Thursday evening, March 3 from 5pm until 6.30pm (walk through only please) followed by removal to St Bride’s Church, Ballintubber arriving at 7.15pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, March 4 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Oran Cemetery. The O’Sullivan and Cooney family very much appreciate your support at this time. Please note that Margaret’s funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Friday, March 4 at 11am by CLICKING HERE


The death occurred, suddenly, at his residence, on Friday, February 25, 2022 of Bernard (Bernie) Prior, Glennanmor, Aughawillan and formerly Liscarn, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his wife Monica (nee Gallagher), his brother Micheál and his sister Maureen. He will be sadly missed by his sons Noel, Kieran, Aiden and Raymond, his daughter Louise, his mother Molly, brothers Patsy, Myles, Tommy & Killian, sisters Nonie, Kathleen, Bridie, Siobhán, Geraldine & Angela, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposed at his home in Glennanmór (N41 VA48) on Saturday, February 26 and again on Sunday, February 27. House private at all other times, please. Removal to St Patrick’s Church Aughawillan on Monday, February 28 arriving for Funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by burial in Aughawillan new cemetery.


The death occurred, peacefully at Portiuncula University Hospital and previously in the care of the nurses and staff of Costello's Nursing Home, Ballyleague, Co Roscommon, on Thursday, February 24, 2022 of William (Bill) Lawe, Strokestown, Co Roscommon and formerly of Cullaghamore, Kilglass, Co Roscommon.
Sadly missed by his family, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing in McHugh’s Funeral Home, Strokestown, on Sunday February 27 from 5pm to 7pm. Walk through only please. Removal on Monday, February 28 to Strokestown Parish Church for funeral mass at 11am https://churchcamlive.ie/strokestown/ followed by burial afterwards in Kilglass cemetery. *Please note Tully’s Funeral Directors have no control over the livestream of the funeral mass*
Brian Holding, Esker South, Ballinalee, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully in Cavan General Hospital, on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 of Brian Holding, Esker South, Ballinalee, Longford. Funeral Arrangements Later.


The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading, Berkshire UK aged 83 years, on Sunday, February 13, 2022 of Patrick Anthony Mc Adden, Caversham, Reading, UK and late of Rathowen, Westmeath.Tony, predeceased by his parents James & Elise McAdden (nee Kearney) of Rathowen, and his sisters Maureen, Philomena and Anne. Loving husband of Liz, Tony will be deeply missed by his children Marc, Kelly, Stephen, Emma, Tilly and Lucy, His grandchildren, Conor, Matilda, Colm, Oliver, Betty, Luke, Ursula, Henry, Flick, Martha, Edward and Anthony, his great granddaughter Freya, his brothers and sisters Eilish, Seamus, Sean, Sheila and Michael, his extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Loving Husband, Daddy, Brother, Father-in-Law, Uncle and cousin. Masterful accordion player, lover of music and the craic. No one left the home of Tony and Liz hungry or thirsty either in spirit or body. Tony will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady and St. Anne’s Church, Caversham Berkshire on Friday, March 4 at 1pm followed by interment at Henley Road Cemetery, Caversham. Family and friends are welcome. The Mass will be streamed online https://www.funeralstreaming.co.uk/viewing-room/18825/
Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Tony to Berkshire Cancer Centre maybe made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B. Walker Tel:(+44) (0)1189477007.


The death occurred, peacefully, at the Beacon Hospital Dublin, on Saturday, February 12, 2022 of Lynda Barnes, Drumroosk, Ballinagh, Cavan and formerly of Dereham, Norfolk, England. Lynda will be sadly missed by her partner Michael Evans, her son Philip (Anne), daughters Joanne (Andy), Maria (Andy) and her adored grandchildren Eloise, Harry, Owen, Jasper, Chloe and Alfie, extended family neighbours and friends.
Funeral Service on Monday, February 28 at 12 noon in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan followed by cremation.
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