Deaths in Longford - Monday, June 30, 2025

Maureen Cunningham, Toome, Ballymahon, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar on Thursday, June 26, 2025 of Maureen Cunningham, Toome, Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her father Michael and mother Elizabeth, sister Mona, brothers Mehall and Seamus and her nephew Tony. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving family, her brother and sisters, Kathleen (Carey) Patricia (Harrison) John Cunningham and her partner John Conroy. Sisters and brothers in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace.

Reposing in the Church of the Sacred Heart Carrickedmond on Sunday afternoon, June 29 from 4pm until 6.30pm followed by prayers. Funeral Mass on Monday, June 30 at 11am followed by burial in Forgney cemetery. House private please and family flowers only with donations in lieu to the patient comfort fund directly to Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar.

James O'Neill, Cloontuskert, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, after a long illness bravely borne, in the devoted care of the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital on Friday, June 27, 2025 of James O’Neill Cloontuskert, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon. 

He will be forever missed by his heartbroken family – his daughter Shauna, son TJ, their mother Margaret, his mother Elizabeth, sisters Ann and Carmel, brother Denis, brothers-in-law Paddy and Bernie, Denis’ partner Marion, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends. James is predeceased by his father Tom and his sister Bridget. May James rest in peace.

Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Monday evening, June 30 from 4.30pm until 6.30pm followed by removal to the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon. Mass of the Resurrection on Tuesday morning, July 1 at 11am which can be viewed HERE, with cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan, at 2.15pm. The O’Neill family very much appreciates your support at this time. Family flowers only, and house private please.

Joe Fallon, Ballyglass, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar on Friday, June 27, 2025 of Joe Fallon Ballyglass, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon. 

Beloved husband of the late Rita (nee Casey) and devoted father to Sean, Kenneth, Helena, Shirley and the late Joe Joe. He will be very sadly missed by his family, daughters-in-law Helen and Rita, grandchildren James, Joe, Shaun, Érin, Leah, Isobel, Michael and Ryan, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May Joe rest in peace.

Reposed at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Sunday evening, June 29 from 4pm until 5.30pm followed by removal to the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague. Mass of the Resurrection on Monday morning, June 30 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Cloontuskert Cemetery. The Fallon family very much appreciate your support at this time. House private please.

Noel McDermott, Doon, Strokestown, Co Roscommon

With great sadness and deep appreciation for a long life well lived, the family of Noel McDermott Doon, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon and formerly of Corbo, wish to announce his passing on Saturday, June 28, 2025, peacefully at home in his 93rd year.

Pre-deceased by his beloved wife Ger (Geraldine), his parents Michael & Annie, brother Paddy and sisters Bridie, Kathleen & Pauline (New Jersey). Noel will be sadly missed by his son Martin, daughter in law Marie, granddaughters Eva and Judy, his brother Michael (New Jersey), sister Lily (Mallow), sister in laws Noreen & Hilda, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his large circle of friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his residence Doon, Strokestown, Co Roscommon (F42TY47) on Monday, June 30 from 5pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, July 1 at 11am in Strokestown Parish Church can be viewed HERE, followed by burial in Strokestown Cemetery.

Movita Munnelly, Drumhallagh, Cloone, Co Leitrim / Tara, Meath

The death occurred suddenly at her residence on Thursday, June 26, 2025 of Movita Munnelly, Drumhallagh, Cloone, Co Leitrim and formerly Rathfeigh, Tara, Co Meath.

Predeceased by her brother Johnny, Movita will be very sadly missed by her loving daughters Lauren & Kasey, son Andrew, father Thomas, mother Mary, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May Movita Rest in Peace.

Reposing at St Joseph’s Chapel of Rest, Old Johnstown, Navan (C15 C425) on Monday, June 30 from 4pm with removal at 6.15pm arriving at The Church of the Immaculate Conception Rathfeigh for evening prayers at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday morning, July 1 at 11am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Mary Bridget (Bridie) Fisher (née Dooner), Lislea, Kenagh, Co Longford / Roscommon

The death occurred at her home in Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, surrounded by her loving family in her 89th year on Thursday, June 19, 2025 of Mary Bridget (Bridie) Fisher (nee Dooner), formerly of Lislea, Kenagh, Co Longford. 

Predeceased by her parents Paddy and Bridget and her brothers Pat, Tom, Mike, James, John (Séan) and her sister Anne. Devoted wife to Les. Adoring mother to Carol and Gary. Loving sister to Gerry, Much loved mother in-law to Kevin and Sharon. Adored grandmother to Natalie, Rebecca, Shaun, Molly and Niall. Sorely missed by Great grandchildren and extended family, neighbours and friends. Bridie lived a life of love, fun and caring that touched so many people’s lives and we will all miss her deeply. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

A funeral service will take place on Friday, July 18 at St Nicholas’s Catholic Church, Winchcombe at 12.30pm. Private burial afterwards at Winchcombe Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Dementia UK or Kate’s Home Nursing.

Mary (Bab) Higgins, Lough Rynn, Mohill, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, June 26, 2025 of Mary (Bab) Higgins, Lough Rynn, Mohill, Co Leitrim and formerly Cattan, Mohill, Co Leitrim.

Predeceased by her parents; Paddy and Cissy (Mary) and her brother Pat Higgins. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her brother; Phil Higgins, sisters: Ann Leddy, Bernadette Bourke, Veronica Daly sister-in-law; Edel Higgins, brothers-in-law; Eamon Leddy, Tom Burke and John Daly, nieces and nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours. May Mary Rest in Peace.

Mary reposed at Smiths Funeral Home, High St, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim (Eircode N41 TD62) on Sunday, June 29 from 5.00pm concluding with prayers at 6.45pm. Mass of the Resurrection in St Mary’s Church, Gortletteragh, Co Leitrim on Monday, June 30 at 12 noon followed by burial afterwards to Cloone new cemetery. The Higgins family appreciate your support and understanding shown to them at this sad and difficult time.

Phyl (Esther) Kenny (née McGarry), Castleknock, Dublin / Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and in the care of the staff at The Mater Hospital on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 of Phyl (Esther) Kenny (née McGarry), Castleknock, Dublin 15 and formerly of Ballinamore, Co Leitrim and former Nurse Tutor and Counsellor at Accord. 

Beloved wife of Noel and much loved mother of Seán and Clodagh. Sadly missed by her loving husband, son, daughter, grandchildren Fionn, Davin, Rían and Séimí, Seán’s partner Aoife, son-in-law Peter, brother Emmet, sisters Rose and Kathleen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, her much loved nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. Predeceased by her sister Josie and brother Paddy.

Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Blanchardstown on Sunday, June 29 between 3pm and 5pm. Removal on Monday morning, June 30 to St Brigid’s Church, Blanchardstown arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium. 

Phyl’s Funeral Mass may be viewed online (live only) by following this LINK. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to St Vincent de Paul. ‘Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis’.

John Connolly, Cabra, Dublin / Drumreilly, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in the tender care of the staff in the Mater Hospital on Thursday, June 26, 2025 of John Connolly, late of Annamoe Drive, Cabra, Dublin and formerly Drumreilly, Co Leitrim. 

Predeceased by his beloved wife Bernadette. John will be very sadly missed and remembered always by his loving daughter Fiona, sister Mai, brothers James and Pat, sisters-in-law Mary and Chris, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. May John’s gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Massey Bros. Funeral Home, 88A New Cabra Road, Cabra, D07 ET92 on Wednesday, July 2 from 5pm - 7pm. Removal on Thursday morning, July 3 to Christ the King Church, arriving at 9:50am for Requiem Mass at 10am, followed by a Private Cremation Service for family only. To view John’s Funeral Mass live, please click here.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Irish Heart Foundation (donate below). To leave a private message of condolence, please click here or alternatively on the condolence section on rip.ie. All enquiries to Massey Bros., Cabra on (01) 838 9774. Please Note: The link provided to live-stream the Funeral Mass is managed by an independent streaming company. The Funeral Home accepts no responsibility for its functionality or interruption to a live transmission.

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