Deaths in Longford - Monday, June 5, 2023
The death occurred, peacefully in the loving care of Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home, Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford, on Sunday, June 4, 2023 of Mary Ellen Curtin (nee Reidy), Oaklawns, Mullingar, CoWestmeath and formerly of Ballyvaughan, Co Clare. Predeceased by her husband William, sister Alice and niece Mary. Sadly missed by her loving daughter Mary (Mulligan), son-in-law Brendan, grandchildren John, Deirdre, David and Conor, great-grandson Cian, nephews Christy, M. J. Thomas and their families, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing in Our Lady's Manor Chapel on Tuesday, June 6 from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass in Our Lady's Manor Chapel on Wednesday, June 7 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Ballyglass Cemetery, Mullingar. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link https://youtube.com/live/4sfXy2xqiUg?feature=share
The death occurred on Thursday, June 1, 2023 of John Kelly, Cluain Ard, Ardnacassa, Longford town and formerly of Arklow, Co Wicklow. Predeceased by his parents John and Mary Bridget and by his brothers and sisters. John will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, wife Bernadette, son John, grandchildren, 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, June 4 from 5.30pm until 7pm followed by removal to St Mel’s Cathedral to arrive for evening prayers at 7.30pm. Mass of The Resurrection on Monday, June 5 at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com
Margaret Matthews, Trathnona, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim
The death occurred, at Sligo University Hospital, on Saturday, June 3, 2023 of Margaret Matthews, Trathnona, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.
Reposing at Lakeland Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan, at 12 noon on Wednesday, June 7 followed by Funeral Service at 2pm. Rest in Peace.
No flowers please, donations in lieu to Dogs Trust Ireland. The funeral service may be viewed on the following link: http://www.churchservices.tv/lakelands
The death occurred, unexpectedly, at her residence, on Saturday, June 3, 2023 of Nuala McCormack (nee Owens), Hazelwood Park, Elphin, Roscommon and late of Keadue, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. Predeceased by her parents, John and Mary and brothers Frank, John and Tom. Survived and sadly missed by her daughter Fiona (Hillstreet), sons Barry (Galway) and Colin (Drumshanbo), son-in-law Shane, daughters-in-law Sandra and Annette, her eight grandchildren, Heather, Ryan, Matthew, Keeva, Liam, Holly, Saoirse and Shauna, sisters Bridie, Margaret, Kathleen, Anne, Phil, brothers Pat and Mick, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, Aunt Mary, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Brady's Funeral Home, Elphin, on Tuesday, June 6 from 5pm with removal at 7pm to St. Patrick’s Church, Elphin. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, June 7 at 12 noon. Nuala will be laid to rest afterwards in Tulsk Cemetery. Family flowers only, please.
Mass can be viewed at https://www.churchtv.ie/elphin/ and on parish radio 106.5FM. The McCormack and Owens families are grateful for your prayers and support at this sad time.
The death occurred, peacefully, at his home, surrounded by his family and friends, on Saturday, June 3, 2023 of Jimmy Murray, Ganaveens, Rahara, Co Roscommon. Much loved husband and best friend to Elsie and adored Dad to Thomas and Lisa. He will be very sadly missed by his family, brother Michael (Tarmonbarry), Lisa’s fiancé Ian, uncle Paddy Kelly, nephews Karl and Reuben, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, neighbours and many good friends. May Jimmy rest in peace.
Reposing at his home in Ganaveens F42 WK06 on Monday, June 5 from 4pm until 8pm. Those attending are kindly asked to adhere to the one way system in place, arriving at the family home from the Knockcroghery/Ballymurray direction travelling on the L2006 and departing via Lacken Cross. Removal from his home on Tuesday morning, June 6 at 10.30am arriving at the Church of Mary Immaculate, Rahara for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am. Burial afterwards in Rahara Cemetery. The Murray family would like to extend their sincere thanks to all of Jimmy’s neighbours and friends for their kindness and support at this time.
The death occurred, peacefully at the North West Hospice, Sligo, on Sunday, June 4, 2023 of Patrick (Paddy) O'Connor, Killaneen, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim/ Moneygall, Tipperary. (Rtd. Garda Síochana). Predeceased by his parents Tim & Sadie O'Connor and his beloved son Brian. He will be sadly missed by his wife Marie, his sons Tadgh & Kevin and his daughter Carol, his brother Tim, sisters Noreen & Bríd, son-in-law Colm, daughter-in-law Aoife, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, his adored grandchildren Líle, Sibéal, Éanna & Rían, Aunt Mernie, extended family, former Garda colleagues, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home High Street, Ballinamore (N41 TD62) this Tuesday evening, June 6 from 5pm until 8pm. Removal from his residence on Wednesday morning, June 7 arriving at St Patrick's Church, Ballinamore, for Funeral Mass at 12 noon, followed by burial in Oughteragh Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to North West Hospice, Sligo c/o Smith's Funeral Directors. Funeral Mass may be viewed on-line at www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore House Private Please.
The death occurred, unexpectedly, at Sligo University Hospital, on Friday, June 2, 2023 of Mary Walsh (née Bohan), Dristernan, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by her parents, Mary and Bernard. Survived and sadly missed by her husband Jim, her sons Brian and Seamus, daughters-in-law Carol and Jennifer, her five grandchildren, Hallie, Lola, Alison, Patrick and Arthur, her extended family, neighbours and friends. May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Shivnan's Funeral Home, Ballyfarnon, on Sunday, June 4 from 5pm to 7pm, followed by removal to St Patrick's Church, Drumshanbo arriving at 8pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, June 5 at 11am with burial afterwards in Drumshanbo New Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be streamed live on https://www.churchtv.ie/drumshanbo/ and on Drumshanbo Parish Facebook Page. House private, please.
The death occurred, in the care of Comfort House Hospice, Mc Allen Texas, on Saturday, May 20, 2023 of Nan (Nancy Neal) McGrath, Gurteen, Ballymahon, Longford and Mission, Texas, USA. Predeceased by her parents Hugh and Nancy McGrath, her beloved husband Keith and her brother Paddy. She is sadly missed by her daughter, Megan, her son-in-law Jeremy Whitted, brothers Tom and Barney, her sister Kitty (Feeney), her sisters-in-law Julie and Margaret, nieces, nephews, her extended family and her many friends.
Nan's funeral Mass will take place on Friday, May 26, in Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Mission Texas, which may be viewed via their Facebook page Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Mission TX at 8pm (Irish time). A Memorial Mass for Nan will be held in St Matthew's Church, Ballymahon on Saturday, June 10, at 11am. May she rest in eternal peace.
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