Deaths in Longford - Saturday, March 8, 2025

Seamus Canning, Devine Crescent, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital and in the presence of his loving family on Thursday, March 6, 2025 of Seamus Canning, Devine Crescent, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford.

Predeceased by his parents John and Teresa. Adored and sadly missed by his daughter Lena, sons John, Ryan, Hayden and his wife Ann, sisters Mary and Carmel, brothers Mickey and Frankie, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing in St Mary's Church, Edgeworthstown on Saturday, March 8 from 4pm with prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday, March 9 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Aughafin Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE.

Seamus Finn, No 11 Canal Close, Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Friday, March 7, 2025 of Seamus Finn, No 11 Canal Close, Longford town and formerly Fondermann, Longford / Moydow.

Predeceased by his parents John and Rose, his brothers and sisters. Seamus will be sadly missed by his heartbroken family, partner Ita, sons Seamus and Mel, daughters Rose, Sandra and Susan, sons-in-law Kevin and Dermot, daughters-in-law Jody and Karen, his adored 19 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and dear friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford N39 KN66 on Saturday, March 8 from 1pm until 3pm followed by removal to St Mary's Church, Moydow for prayers at 5pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday, March  9 at 3pm. Following Mass, Seamus will be laid to rest in Moydow Cemetery. Family Flowers only please, Donations if desired to Longford Palliative Care c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member.

Seamus's family would like to sincerely thank all who cared for him during his illness especially, the Palliative Care Team, Public Health Nurse, Dr Katherine Ormond and Dr Aoife Carthy.

Catherine (Cassie) Clyne, Park Road, Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully on Thursday, March 6, 2025 of Catherine (Cassie) Clyne, Park Road, Longford town.  

Pre-deceased by her parents Peter and Lucy and by her sister May (Blackpool). Cassie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, son Mark, sisters Lucy (England) and Ann (England), brother Gerry (Longford), brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Sunday, March 9 from 4.30pm until 6.30pm followed by removal to St Mel’s Cathedral for prayers at 7.30pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Monday, March 10 at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please view here

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Longford Hospice, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please.

James (Jimmy) Casey, The Blennicks, Rosses Point, Sligo / Kenagh, Longford

The death occurred at Sligo University Hospital on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 of James (Jimmy) Casey, The Blennicks, Rosses Point, Sligo and formerly Kenagh, Co Longford. Predeceased by his wife Frances, his son Edmond, his parents Frank and Lil, his sisters Teresa and Berna and his infant brother Edward. Sadly missed by his loving son Jason, his devoted friend Mary, his brother Francis, his sisters Marie (Carroll), Eilish (Casey - Boyce), Martina (Williams) and Jackie (Leonard). His sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and a wide circle of friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at the Nazareth House Chapel, Church Hill, Sligo (F91 DD72) from 4.30pm on Friday, March 7 with removal at 6pm to Saint Columba's Church, Rosses Point, Sligo, arriving at 6.30 pm. Mass of Christian Burial at 11am on Saturday, March 8 followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Condolences can be left privately for the family in the condolences section of our website seamusfeehilyandson.ie. House strictly private, please. Enquiries to Seamus Feehily and Son, Funeral Directors, Upper John Street, Sligo 071 9171117 / 087 240 7799.

Leah Marie Faughnan, Cloonfinnan, Mohill, Co Leitrim

The death occurred at the age of 19 years, suddenly on Thursday, March 6, 2025 of Leah Marie Faughnan, Radharc Na Locha, Cloonfinnan, Mohill, Co Leitrim.

Pre-deceased by her grandparents Hugh and Bernadette Faughnan, Joe Moran and cousin Kristian. Leah will be greatly missed by her heartbroken parents Gerard and Anne Marie, sisters Katie, Sarah and Mia, granny Mary, uncles Jimmy, Dermot and Adrian, aunts Michelle, Mary and Mairead, cousins, relatives, neighbours and Leah's many great friends. Rest in Peace. House private please to family, neighbours and close friends.

Funeral Arrangements Later

Ann Byrne (née Leavy), Rock View Terrace, Arklow, Wicklow / Ardagh, Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family, in the tender care of Andrea, Paddy and the wonderful staff at Asgard Lodge Nursing Home on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 of Ann Byrne (née Leavy), Rock View Terrace, Arklow Co Wicklow and formerly of Ardagh, Co Longford. 

Ann beloved wife of the late Liam and dearly loved mother of Niall, Leonard and Caitriona, adored nanny of Dylan, Freya, Kayla, Cian, Teagan and Noah, loving sister of Barney, Brendan, Paul, Margo, Kathleen, Betty and the late J.J. She will be sadly missed by her loving sons, daughter, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, son-in-law Kevin, daughter-in-law Patrice, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, friends and neighbours. May She Rest in Peace.

Ann will be reposing at Hudson’s Funeral Home (Y14 PT80) on Friday, March 7 from 4pm to 7pm, with removal on Saturday morning, March 8 at 9.20am to The Church of Saints Mary & Peter, Arklow, arriving for Mass at 10am, followed by burial in St Gabriel’s Cemetery, Arklow. If you wish you can join in the celebration of Ann’s funeral Mass via Webcam | Arklow Parish | Diocese of Dublin

Des Price, Derryhallow, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at home, surrounded by his heartbroken family in his 93rd year on Thursday, March 6, 2025 of Des Price, Derryhallow, Drumshanbo, County Leitrim. 

Predeceased by his wife, Kathleen, his parents James Edward and Harriet and his sister, Muriel. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his family. Sons Raymond and Roger, daughter Jacqui, daughter-in-law Maryann, son-in-law Dermot, grand daughters Rachel and Anna, niece Hazel (Dublin), sister-in-law Peggy (Drumshanbo), relatives, neighbours and wide circle of friends. May Des Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his daughter Jacqui's home (N41 R832) on Friday, March 7 from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass in St Patrick's Church, Drumshanbo on Saturday, March 8 at 11am, followed by burial in Drumshanbo New Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE and on the Drumshanbo Parish Facebook Page. Des's family would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers at this difficult time.

Marie Cox (née Clarke), Cloonaufill, Rooskey, Roscommon / Mullingar, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff at Sancta Maria Nursing Home, Kinnegad, Co Westmeath on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 of Marie Cox (née Clarke), Cloonaufill, Rooskey, Co Roscommon and formerly Clontytallon, Gaybrook, Mullingar, Co Westmeath.  

Predeceased by her parents Michael and Kathleen, her beloved husband Willie, brothers Jim, Barry, Tom and Oliver, her sisters Betty, Bridie (Sr Pius, Tullamore), Dympna and Gertie. Marie will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, her good neighbour Paddy, extended family, neighbours and friends. May Marie's Gentle Soul Rest In Peace. 

Reposing at John Healy's Chapel of Rest, Rochfortbridge, Co Westmeath (N91 R291) on Friday, March 7 from 5pm, concluding with Prayers at 7pm. Removal on Saturday morning, March 8 to the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Rooskey, arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Killbarry cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE.

Marie's family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Sancta Maria Nursing Home and her former carers Helen and Annette, for the excellent care of Marie.

Séamus O'Donnell, Dublin / Arva, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully, in the wonderful care of St Gabriel's Ward, Our Lady’s Hospice on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 of Seamus O'Donnell, Dublin and formerly of Arva, Co Cavan. 

Dearly loved father of Dearbhaile and husband of the late Conchessa (McCourt). Deeply regretted by his loving daughter, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

Removal to St Brendan’s Church, Coolock on Monday, March 10 for 11am Funeral Mass followed by burial in Fingal Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in Seamus's memory to St James's Foundation will benefit Robert Mayne Day Hospital and Patrick Kavanagh Ward. A live stream of Séamus’s Funeral Mass can be viewed HERE. 

Christy (Christopher) Doran, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully, under the excellent care of the staff of Cluain Lir Care Centre, Mullingar, and his family on Thursday, March 6, 2025 of Christy (Christopher) Doran, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath.

Predeceased by his parents John and Mary Doran, brothers Jackie, Tommy, Fr Liam, Paddy and sisters Mamie, Josie and Trish. Sadly missed by his brothers Gerry and Jimmy, sisters Sr Dympna (Loreto, Arizona), Sr Miriam (Loreto, Navan), Celie Whyte (Coole) and Kathleen Lynch (Kells); brothers-in-law Michael and Patrick; sisters-in-law Bernadette (USA), Kathleen (Castlepollard), Maureen and Irene; and much-loved nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. May Christy Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Shaw's Funeral Home, Bishopsgate Street, Mullingar (N91 RY65) on Saturday, March 8 from 5pm until 6.30pm, followed by removal to St Michael's Church, Castlepollard, arriving at 7.30pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday, March 9 at 11.30am, with burial afterwards in St Michael's Cemetery, Castlepollard.

The Funeral Mass will be broadcast live HERE. The family appreciates your kind co-operation at this sad time.

Carmel McHale, Gillardstown, Castlepollard, Westmeath / Bangor Erris, Mayo

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the excellent care of the nurses and staff in the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar and previously resident in Portiuncula Nursing Home Multyfarnham on Thursday, March 6, 2025 of Carmel McHale, Gillardstown, Castlepollard, CoWestmeath and formerly Cloontakilla, Bangor-Erris, Co Mayo.  

Predeceased by her parents James and Bridget and her sister-in-law Veronica. Sadly missed by her brothers Seamus, Willie and Paddy, sisters-in-law Angie and Brigid, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May Carmel rest in peace.

Removal on Friday March 7 arriving in St Mary's Church, Collinstown, Co Westmeath at 6.45pm approximately. Funeral Mass on Saturday, March 8 at 11am. Burial afterwards in the local cemetery. Carmel's funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. 

Sr Dominica (Peggy) O'Reilly, Rathbracken, Granard, Longford / Ballymote, Sligo

The death occurred peacefully, in her 96th year, in West Leaderville, Perth, Australia, in the loving care of St John of God's Convent Sisters and her nephew, Kevin Gallagher on Friday, February 21, 2025 of Sr Dominica (Peggy) O'Reilly, late of Rathbracken, Granard, Co Longford and formerly of St John of God Convent, Dun Bhrid, Ballymote, Sligo. 

Predeceased by her parents, brothers and sisters, most recently her Sister Joan Gallagher, Rathbracken. Peg will be sadly missed by her Brother Tommy O'Reilly (Newry), Sisters Ellen Float (UK), Liz McNerney and Bridie Myericks (USA), nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

A Memorial Mass will be offered in Peg's memory on March 21 at 7.30pm in St Mary's Church, Granard. Peg will be laid to rest in Perth. May she rest in eternal peace.

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