Deaths in Longford - Saturday, February 3, 2024
Patrick (Pa) Kelly, Tromra Road, Granard, Longford, N39 V298
The death occurred suddenly, at his residence on Friday, February 2, 2024 of Patrick (Pa) Kelly, Tromra Road, Granard, Longford, N39 V298. Predeceased his sister Rosaleen. Deeply regretted by his partner Leona, sons Patrick and Luke and daughters Cathriona, Tia and Amelia; grandchild Dolceanna; his parents Francie and Bernie; grandfather Tom; brothers Thomas and Francie; sister Cathriona; sons-in-law TJ and Paul; uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at 14 Tromra Road, Granard (N39 V298) on Sunday, February 4 from 3pm to 5pm, followed by removal to St Mary's Church, Granard, arriving at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, February 5 at 2pm, with burial afterwards in Granardkille Cemetery. Patrick's Funeral Mass can be viewed at the following link: https://www.mcn.live/camera/st-marys-church-granard The family appreciates your kind co-operation at this sad time.
The death occurred peacefully after a short illness on Friday, February 2, 2024 of Brendan (Benny) McGuirk, Annaly Park, Longford town, Longford. Recently pre-deceased by his beloved mother Ann. Brendan will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, father Paddy, brother Clinton, aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Monday, February 5 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Tuesday, February 6 at 11am in St Mel’s Cathedral, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com House private please.
Mel Garvey, Rinroe, Granard, Longford
The death occurred peacefully at St Camillus Nursing Home, Killucan, Co Westmeath on Thursday, February 1, 2024 of Mel Garvey, Rinroe, Granard, Longford. Mel will be sadly missed by his brothers, sister, extended family, friends and neighbours. May He Rest In Peace.A private cremation will take place at Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Rd., Cavan. The family thank you for your understanding at this sad time.
The death occurred peacefully at home, in the loving care of her dear family on Thursday, February 1, 2024 of Mary Sheridan (nee Conway), Drumhaldry, Moyne, Co Longford. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Kathleen, her sister Lillian and brothers John, Frank and Jimmy. Mary will be sadly missed and always remembered with love by her family, husband Michael, her sons Eoghan and Alan, daughters-in-law Nicola and Ann-Marie, adored grandchildren Yahanna, Yasmine, Rhys Halle and Faye, brother David (Leixlip), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and dear friends. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts, Rest in Peace Mary.
As it was Mary's wishes, her funeral will take place privately. No flowers please, Donations, if desired, to Longford Palliative Care Team, c/o Connell Funeral Directors, Church Street, Longford. Family Home Private At All Times Please.
The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family after a short illness, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 of Jimmy Donoghue (O'Donoghue), Main Street, Granard, Longford (formerly of Donoghue’s Hardware Granard). Predeceased by his wife Sheila (2017), son Joe (1992), son John (2018) and sister Elizabeth (2009).
Jimmy will be forever missed by his son Seamus, daughter in law Kate, his adored grandchildren James, Tadhg and Emma, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, relatives and his many friends including those from the community of his beloved Granard. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, Barrack Street, Granard (N39AX97) from 4pm on Friday, February 2. Prayers at 6.30pm followed by removal to St Mary’s Church, Granard arriving at 7.20pm (Friday Mass at 7.30pm). Funeral mass on Saturday, February 3 at 12 noon followed by Christian burial in Granardkill Cemetery.
Jimmy’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on this link https://www.mcn.live/camera/st-marys-church-granard
The death occurred suddenly, at her residence in Burnham on Crouch, Essex on Sunday, January 28, 2024 of Berna Casey, Burnham on Crouch, Essex and late of Kenagh, Co Longford. Predeceased by her beloved partner, Pat, her loving parents Frank and Lil, her sister Teresa and infant brother Edward.
Sadly missed by her loving family, brothers - Jimmy and Francis, sisters - Marie (Carroll), Eilish (Casey- Boyce), Martina (Williams) and Jackie (Leonard), sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, colleagues and a wide circle of friends. May She Rest In Peace.
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The death occurred unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday, January 28, 2024 of Thomas McGuinness, Clonrollagh, Drumlish Road, Co Longford and formerly of Ballinaskea, Enfield, Co Meath. Predeceased by his parents Martin and Annie. Deeply regretted by his loving family, sisters Catherine and Maureen, brothers PJ and Frank, sisters-in-law Olive and Margaret, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his brother PJ's residence, Ballinaskea (A83Y303) on Friday, February 2 from 5pm to 8pm. Removal on Saturday, February 3 to the Church of the Assumption, Jordanstown arriving for Funeral Mass at 1pm followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
The death occurred peacefully at his home on St Brigid's Day, Thursday, February 1, 2024 of Francis (Francie) Plunkett, Maughera, Finea, Cavan/ Westmeath. Predeceased by his parents, Harry & Mary Plunkett and granddaughter Isla Fae Plunkett. He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Sheila, children Gerard (Emer), Henry (Jasmine) and Frances (Damian), siblings Sr Maria, Liam and Patricia, grandchildren Luella and Tadhg, Donnacha, Maia, Faolánn, Isla (RIP) and Rhea, Oscar and Sonny, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Reilly's Funeral Home, Kilcogy (N39W1D6) on Sunday evening February 4 from 5pm until 7pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, February 5 at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Carrick, Finea (N91 TH22), followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. House strictly private. Family flowers only donations in lieu to Palliative Care Cavan c/o the funeral director.
The death occurred peacefully at Sheelin Nursing Home on Thursday, February 1, 2024 of Marie Moore (nee Hennessy), Williamstown, Finea, Westmeath and formerly Tonagh, Mountnugent, Co Cavan. Predeceased by her parents and brothers. Sadly missed by her loving husband Eugene, children Angela, Paul, Louise and Derek, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
May she rest in peace. Reposing at her home on Friday evening, February 2 from 5pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday, February 3 at 1 pm in St Mary's Church, Finea. Interment afterwards in the local cemetery. House Private at all other times please.
The death occurred peacefully in the tender care of Oakwood Nursing Home, Roscommon on Thursday, February 1, 2024 of Michael Murphy, Avolan, Barrymore, Kiltoom & late of Strokestown, Athlone, Roscommon/ Kiltoom, Roscommon. Predeceased by his wife Catherine. Deeply regretted by his wife Veronica, sister, brothers, sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, relatives & friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Mass of the resurrection on Saturday morning, February 3 at 11am in The Church of the Risen Christ, Ballybay, followed by burial in Kiltoom Cemetery. Michael's family expresses their gratitude to everyone for your support at this difficult time.
The death occurred of Lynda (Martha) Curr (nee Bystram) of Allenbrook, Drumshanbo Co Leitrim, formerly of Shearwater, Woking, Surry, England. My wife Lynda (Martha) was from a large wonderful family (Bystram) too extensive to name here, they all loved her dearly and will miss her as long as they live on. Sadly missed by her husband, Robert (Bob) and her two children, Stephen (Alfie), and Hannah. Seven grandchildren, Joseph, Luca, Finn, Taeya, Sunee, Felix and Laila. We are all lost for words to say how much she will be missed. May She Rest In Peace.
Remains will leave her home at 9am on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 to arrive at Pure Reflections Resomarium, Abbeyland, Navan, Co. Meath for Resomation at 12 noon. Family flowers only please.
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