Deaths in Longford - Monday, July 22, 2024
May they Rest In Peace
Chrissie Chadwick / Mears (née Denniston), No 2 Mill Street, Drumlish, Co Longford, formerly of St Michaels Rd, Longford
The death occurred peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, July 21, 2024 of Chrissie Chadwick/ Mears (nee Denniston) No 2 Mill Street, Drumlish, Co Longford, formerly of St Michael’s Road, Longford.
Predeceased by her husband Michael, daughter Esther, grand daughters Cinta and baby Esther and great-great grand daughter Persayus. Chrissie will be forever missed and always loved by her dear family, husband George, daughters Kate, Tina and Mary, sons Kevin, Michael, Johnny and William, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, her dear grandchildren and great grandchildren, sisters Rose and Ann, brother John, sister-in-law Helen, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and lifelong friends.
Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true; You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you. Rest in Peace Chrissie.
Reposing on Tuesday, July 23 from 2pm with prayers at 7pm, in her son Michael and daughter-in-law Hanna's home (27 St Michael’s Rd, Longford). Removal on Wednesday, July 24 to St Mel's Cathedral, for Funeral Mass at 11am. Following Mass, Chrissie will be laid to rest in the family plot in Ballymacormack Cemetery. Chrissie's family would like to express their gratitude to all who looked after her, a special thanks to Doctor Paddy Breslin and his staff, the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital and the staff of Longford Hospice.
Damien Sharkey, Youghalarra Way, Newtown, Nenagh, Tipperary / Longford
The death occurred suddenly, at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, July 20 of Damien Sharkey, Youghalarra Way, Newtown, Nenagh, Co Tipperary and formerly of Templemichael Terrace, Longford, (Garda Collage Templemore).
Dearly loved husband of Joan (nee Crossan) and loving father of Abbey, Polly and Mia. Predeceased by his adored mother Patricia (Patsy) and father-in-law Berney. Much loved and sadly missed by his heartbroken family, his father Johnny, his brothers and sisters, John, Gary, Paddy, Michelle (Cox), Mary (Doherty) and Martha, mother-in-law Ann, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, colleagues, good neighbours and friends.
Reposing on Wednesday, July 24 at Keller's Funeral Home, Nenagh (E45 XO94), from 5pm until 8pm. Funeral arriving on Thursday, July 25 to The Church of the Holy Spirit Youghalarra, (Newtown) (E45 HD98), for Funeral Mass at 12 noon, followed by burial in Garrykennedy Cemetery, Portroe. Damien's Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeiRofKwA96iCCDSHYYs2dg
May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.
May O'Connor (née Rudden), St Mary's Terrace, Ballyleague, Roscommon / Longford / Ballyconnell, Cavan
The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family, in the devoted care of the staff at the Sacred Heart Care Home, Roscommon on Sunday, July 21, 2024 of May O’Connor (née Rudden), St Mary’s Terrace, Ballyleague, Co Roscommon and formerly of Ballyconnell, Co Cavan.
Beloved wife of the late Jerry, dear mother of the recently deceased Jeremy and mother-in-law of the recently deceased Sean. She will be very sadly missed by her loving daughters Betty Hanley and Eileen Hughes, son Bernard, sister Kathleen Campbell (Longford), son-in-law Garry, daughters-in-law Mary and Cora, her 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, nieces Caitriona and Annemarie, nephew Larry, extended family, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon on Tuesday evening, July 23 from 6pm until 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague on Wednesday, July 24 at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Cloontuskert Cemetery. The O’Connor family would sincerely like to thank the staff at the Sacred Heart Care Home for their wonderful care of May during her time there. They would also like to thank their relatives and friends for their kindness at this time. Please note that the funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Wednesday, July 24 at 12 noon by CLICKING HERE
Jim (James) McGovern, Shannagh Grove, Mohill, Co Leitrim, N41 HF20
The death occurred peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family in his 90th year on Saturday, July 20, 2024 of Jim (James) McGovern, Shannagh Grove, Mohill, County Leitrim/ formerly of Anskirt, Gortletteragh.
Predeceased by his parents John and Mary and his sister Rose. Jim, much loved husband of Josephine (née Keigher), father of Mary, Olive, Breda and Niall and adored grand-father of Caoimhe, Oscar, Ethan, Aoife, Maebh, Emily, Cathal, Cillianand Liam. Jim will be greatly missed by his family, his sister Maureen, his sons-in-law Frank (Byrne), Sheldon (Norton) and Eric (Praud), his daughter-in-law Breege, his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many, many good friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Reposing at his home in Shannagh Grove (N41 HF20), Mohill, County Leitrim on Monday, July 22 from 4pm until 7pm followed by prayers. Removal on Tuesday, July 23 to St. Patrick's Church, Mohill for Funeral Mass at 11am, followed by burial afterwards in Mohill Cemetery. Jim's funeral mass may be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/mohill
The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to Fr Nigel Charles, Mohill Primary Care Team, Drs Richard and Arthur Dolan, the HSE Home Care Team and the North West Community Palliative Care Team.
John Weir, Rosmead, Delvin, Westmeath
The death occurred peacefully in the care of the staff of Portiuncula Nursing Home, Multyfarnham in his 102nd year on Thursday, July 18, 2024 of John Weir, Rosmead, Delvin and formerly of Slanemore, Mullingar and Rathowen, Co Westmeath.
Predeceased by his wife Angela, parents Patrick and Catherine, his sisters Monica, Dora, Frances, Carmel and Maureen. John will be sadly missed by his nephew P.J., cousins, extended family and friends. May John's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Reposed at Ennis's Funeral Home, Killucan (Eircode N91NN12) on Saturday evening, July 20 from 5pm with prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass takes place on Monday morning, July 22 at 11am in the Church of the Assumption, Walshestown, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. The family thank you for your kind consideration at this sad time.
Des O'Rourke formerly Corraleehan Beg, Ballinamore, Leitrim & Shenfield, Essex, England at the Harley Street Clinic, London
The death occurred following a short respiratory illness, peacefully surrounded by his immediate and extended family on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 of Des O'Rourke formerly Corraleehan Beg, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim & Shenfield, Essex, England at the Harley Street Clinic, London.
Predeceased by his parents Charlie & Mae, his sister Etta and his brother Paddy. Dearly loved and sadly missed by his heartbroken wife Carmel and son Ronan, daughter-in-law Ciara, his granddaughter Fiadh, his brothers Ray & Noel, his sister Marie, the wider O’Rourke and Prior extended families, neighbours & friends. Rest in Peace.
Funeral arrangements in Corraleehan, Ballinamore to be confirmed later.
Velta Dauksta, Ballyleague, Roscommon
The death occurred peacefully at the Midlands Regional Hospital, Mullingar, on Saturday, July 20 of Velta Dauksta, Ballyleague, Roscommon and formerly of Latvia. She will be forever missed by her loving family, extended family, neighbours and friends. At peace.
Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Tuesday evening, July 23 from 4.30pm until 5.30pm followed by private cremation.
John Ryan, Connolly Crescent, Longford Town, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully, on Tuesday, July 16 of John Ryan, Connolly Crescent, Longford Town, Longford. Pre-deceased by his beloved wife Angela and by his grandchildren Lauren and Ryan.
John will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughters Linda Keegan (Ardagh), Jennifer Donlon (Ballymahon) and Jacinta Farrell (Kenagh), sons John (Ballyleague) and Michael (Tarmonbarry), daughters-in-law Veronica and Amanda, sons-in-law P.J., Michael and James, sisters Peggy and Nora, brother Tommy, grandchildren Sean, Conor, Katie, Alison, Sarah, Jade, Tara, Lisa, Cillian, Ava and Michaela, 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, July 21 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of The Resurrection on Monday, July 22 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
Hannah Josephine Brennan (née O’Regan), Strokestown, Roscommon / Shanballymore, Cork
The death occurred peacefully at home, after a short illness, on Friday, June 21 of Hannah Josephine Brennan, (nee O’Regan) of Hornchurch, Essex, England. (Formerly of Carrigleagh, Shanballymore, County Cork). Predeceased by her parents James and Ellen, her husband Patrick (Carrowclogher, Strokestown), daughter Annette, and sister Brid. A dear mother to Helen and Martin. A loving sister of Margaret, Eileen, and Mary. Sadly, missed and lovingly remembered by her family. Grandchildren; Ryan, Erin, Megan, Niamh, Edward, Isobel, and Martha, and her great grandchildren; Henry, George, William, Charles, and Jacob, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, and friends. May She Rest in Peace.
The funeral will take place in Hornchurch, Essex. Requiem mass at St Mary Mother of God Church, on Friday, July 26, at 11am followed by burial at Upminster Cemetery, Ockendon Road, Upminster, Essex. The family would like to request in lieu of flowers, that donations can be made to either St Francis Hospice or Marie Curie.
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