Deaths in Longford - Sunday, December 17, 2023
The death occurred, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family and in the devoted care of the staff at Innis Ree Lodge, Ballyleague, on Saturday, December 16, 2023 of Oliver (Ollie) Fleming, Thornfield, Rathlcline, Lanesboro, Longford / Lanesboro, Roscommon. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth. He will be deeply missed by his daughters Michele, Olivia, Tricia and Mary, grandchildren Ernie, Florence, Issy and Ava, brother Liam, sister Patricia, sons-in-law James and Thomas, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. May Ollie rest in peace.
Reposing at his home in Thornfield (N39 PY11) on Tuesday evening, December 19 from 3pm until 7pm. Removal from his home on Wednesday morning, December 20 arriving to St Mary’s Church, Lanesboro for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Clonbonny Cemetery. The Fleming family very much appreciate your kindness and support at this time.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Western Alzheimer’s Foundation - DONATE HERE. Please note, the funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live on Wednesday at 12 noon by CLICKING HERE.
The death occurred peacefully in the exceptional care of the nurses and staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home on Thursday, December 14, 2023 of Andy O'Dowd, Shannonvale, Longford town. Predeceased by his parents Michael and Annie, sisters, brothers and by his beloved wife Rose. Andy will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughter Jacqueline Kirby, sons Anthony, David and Raymond, grandchildren Jamie, Gavin, Daniel, Áine, Jennifer, Conor, Laura, Shane and Aaron, sister Eileen, brothers Matt, Michael and Johnny, daughters-in-law Tina, Annette and Evelyn, son-in-law Nick, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Laurel Lodge Nursing Home Chapel, Longford (N39 XE92) on Sunday, December 17 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Monday, December 18 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Coosan cemetery, Athlone. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com Family flowers only please donations if desired to the Laurel Lodge Patient Comfort Fund , c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.
The death occurred peacefully at Beechtree Nursing Home, Dublin, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 of James Murphy, Drumalt Court, Main Street Arva, Cavan. Predeceased by his wife Sheila, his parents and his brother Sean. James will be very sadly missed by his heartbroken family, his son Graham (Alison), daughter Karen (Dave), grandchildren Ian, Michelle and Matthew, great grandchildren KC and Ellie, nephews, nieces, all his extended family and many friends. May He Rest in Peace.
Reposing at the Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Rd, Cavan (H12 RF78), on Sunday evening, December 17 from 6pm until 7pm. Funeral service in Lakelands Funeral home on Monday December 18 at 11am followed by cremation.
The death occurred suddenly but peacefully, at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, December 14, 2023 of Oliver O'Reilly (Bandmaster), Mullahoran, Cavan, N39 N5Y9. Recently predeceased on August 10, 2023 by Rose Mary, his devoted wife of 60 years, his parents Patrick and Annie, brothers, sister and baby granddaughter Eileen. Sadly missed by his children Noel (Theresa), Damien (Joan), Annemarie, Finbar (Grainne), Olivia (Seamus), Denise (Liam), his adored grandchildren William, Cian, Oisin, Cormac, Shannon, Enya, Fionn, Fainche, Etain, Orna, Rían, Fiadh and Iarla, his twin brother Tony (USA) and Tommy (England), his sisters in law Kathy and Maureen, his nieces, nephews, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Reposing at his home on Saturday, December 16 from 12 noon to 7 pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday, December 17 at 12 noon. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed https://vimeo.com/894982282 Shuttle bus available from Mullahoran Church Car Park. (N39HN84)
The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of St Luke’s, Dublin on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 of Seamus Kiernan, Enaghan, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford. Predeceased by his father James. Seamus will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughters Niamh Clarke (Drumlish) and Róisín, son Peadar and their mother Peggy, mother Kathleen, sister Maura Bourke (Cork), son-in-law Shane , brother-in-law James, nieces Aoife and Kate, nephews Eoin and Neil, neighbours, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposed at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Friday, December 15 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection at 11am on Saturday, December 16 in St Colmcille’s Church, Aughnacliffe followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please, donation, if desired, to the Friends of St Luke’s - Donate here or care of Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.
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