Deaths in Longford - Sunday, August 25, 2024

May they Rest In Peace
Lisa O'Leary, 2 St Matthews Park, Ballymahon, Longford


The death occurred suddenly on Friday, August 23, 2024 of Lisa O'Leary, 2 St Matthews Park, Ballymahon, Longford. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by her loving mother and father, Martina and Jimmy. Her beloved children Ryan, Demileigh, Patrick and Sophie. Brothers Michael, John Paul, Stephen and David. John Paul's partner Kelly and her nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
May she Rest in Peace. Funeral Arrangements Later
James Peter Hopkins, Kenagh, Co Longford


The death occurred peacefully aged 91, with his family by his side on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 of James Peter (PJ) Hopkins of Hale, Cheshire, England and formerly Lislea, Kenagh, Co. Longford. He is pre-deceased by his parents and brother Paddy. PJ will be sadly missed and remembered with much love and affection by his wife Margaret, daughters Sandra, Celine and Loretta and sons-in-law, Jason, David H and David F, his grandchildren, Imogen, Tristan, Mauringh, Harry, Ruby and Alfred, sisters Philomena, Nellie, Bernadette, Celia and Kathleen his nieces, nephews, relatives and friends both in Ireland, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Egypt and the US. May he rest in peace.
PJ's Funeral Mass will take place in The Holy Angels Church, in Hale Barns, Altrincham on Monday, September 9 at 10:30am followed by cremation at Dunham Massey Crematorium.
Michael (Mick) Kelly, Borefield, Strokestown, Roscommon


The death occurred suddenly at his home on Friday, August 23, 2024 of Michael (Mick) Kelly, Borefield, Strokestown, Roscommon. Predeceased by his parents Eugene (Twin) and Florrie.
Michael will be sadly missed by his sorrowing sisters Margaret & Mona, brothers Eugene & Paul, brother-in-law Ray, sisters-in-law Patricia & Alice, Michael's godfather Brian, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins, neighbours and many, many dear friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown, on Sunday, August 25 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal from his home on Monday, August 26 to Kiltrustan Church to arrive for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. Those wishing to view Michael's Funeral Mass online may do so by clicking HERE.
Hubert Barry, Drumnawall, Arva, Co Cavan


The death occurred peacefully in his home on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 of Hubert Barry, Drumnawall, Arva, Co Cavan. Beloved husband of Patricia and dear father of Tonya, Elaine, Rachel, David and Brian. Sadly missed by his brother Fergus, sister in law Noreen, nieces and nephews, sons in law and daughters in law, grandchildren, extended family and a large circle of friends.
Hubert will repose at Lakelands Funeral Home (H12RF78) on Saturday, August 24 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. His funeral mass will be celebrated on Sunday, August 25 at 12pm in Sacred Heart Church, Drumalt, Arva (H12RY96) followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium. Family flowers only please. House private at all times. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Michael (Mike) Reilly, Annaduff Glebe, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim


The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family and in the devoted care of his nephew Paul on Friday, August 23, 2024 of Michael (Mike) Reilly, Annaduff Glebe, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Pre-deceased by his beloved wife Ann, parents Michael and Alice, brothers Peter, Joe and Pat. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving brother Jim (Lanesborough), sisters-in-law Mary and Josie, his devoted nephew and carer Paul, Donal, Damien, Fergus and Michael, nieces Marina, Bernie, Alison, Ann, Carmel and Miriam, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Mike will repose at The Heritage Centre, Chapel of Rest, Church Lane, Carrick-on-Shannon (N41 KP62) on Sunday evening, August 25 from 4pm until 6pm followed by removal on Monday morning, August 26 to St Mary’s Church, Annaduff arriving for Mass of Christian burial at 11am followed by burial in Annaduff Cemetery.
Maureen Molloy, UK
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs Maureen Molloy, beloved wife of Mr Aidan Molloy. Maureen passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Greenwich, London, UK.
She was the cherished daughter-in-law of the late Mr and Mrs Airlie, whose family were well known and respected Merchant Tailors in Longford town many decades ago. Maureen will be deeply missed by her loving husband Aidan, her extended family, and all who knew her. We kindly ask those who may have had any distant connection or relation to the Molloy or Airlie families to join us in remembering and celebrating her life.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at St Stephen's RC Church, Welling, Kent, England. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Cancer Research UK. For further information, please contact Aidan Molloy on (UK) +44 (0)208 304 9952. Rest in peace, Maureen. You will forever remain in our hearts. Aidan Molloy and Family.
Peter Mahon Luton, England, and formerly Rosdwan, Mohill, Co Leitrim


The death occurred peacefully after a long illness bravely borne on Monday, August 5, 2024 of Peter Mahon, Luton, Bedfordshire and formerly Rosdwan, Mohill, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Christine (nee McCann, Quigleys Point, Co Donegal). Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving son Eamon, Eamon’s partner Sharon, his brother Michael (Mohill, Co Leitrim), sister Bridie (Prunty - Newtownforbes, Co Longford), sister-in-law Maura, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, relatives, and his wide circle of friends. Rest In Peace.
Peter’s Funeral Mass takes place on Tuesday, September 3 at 10am at St Joseph’s Church, Gardenia Avenue, Luton LU3 2NS followed by burial at The Vale Cemetery. Peter’s family appreciate your sympathy, support and understanding at this sad time.
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