Deaths in Longford - Sunday, February 12, 2023
The death occurred, unexpectedly, at Cavan General Hospital, on Friday, February 10, 2023 of Thomas (Tom) McKeon, Smear Road, Aughnacliffe, Longford. Predeceased by his parents, his brother Fr. Mike Mc Keon (Sacramento, USA) and his sister Mary-Ellen McGauran. Thomas will be greatly missed by his loving family; brothers Jim (Cork), Raymond and John-Joe (San Francisco), sisters in law Antoinette (Cork) and Mary (San Francisco), nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May he rest in peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later
The death occurred, peacefully, in the loving care of the staff of Thomond Lodge Nursing Home, on Thursday, February 9, 2023 of Christina (Chris) Byrne (née O'Brien), Abbeyshrule, Longford. She was a native of Cornamuckla, Aughavas parish, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by her loving husband Jimmie, brothers Seamus and Tommy, sisters Brede and Kay. Chris will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family James, Mary and David, daughters in law Laura, Cepta and her adoring grandchildren Jimmie, Ellen, Seán, Juliette, Charlie, Conor and Niall, her brother Paddy and sisters Nellie ( Moroney), Patsy (O'Reilly) and Josie (Carr), sister in law Myrnie, brother in law Michael, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Grant Chris Eternal Rest in Peace.
Chris will repose at her son David's house, Abbeyshrule from 4pm until 8pm this Saturday, February 11. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, February 12 at 12pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Abbeyshrule, burial afterwards in Abbeyshrule Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Temple Rd, Blackrock, Co Dublin.
The death occurred, peacefully in his 91st year, in the care of the staff of Mullingar Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 of Drummond Colett Taylor, Corboy, Edgeworthstown, Longford. He is predeceased by his parents Morrison and Kathleen. Drummond will always be remembered by his family, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and his many dear friends. Safe in the arms of Jesus.
Funeral Service on Monday, February 13 in St John's Church, Battery Rd, Longford, at 11am, followed with burial at 2.30pm, in Mount Jerome Cemetery, Dublin, eircode: D6W HY98.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing, which occurred peacefully on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, in Kettering General Hospital, of Michael Dowler, 1944-2023. Michael had so many memories of growing up in Abbeyshrule and the surrounding areas in Longford with his parents Michael and Kathleen Dowler and sister Nancy and cousin James Dowler. A loving Daddy to Nicola, Aileen, Kristine and Katie, grandad and friend to many. Funeral takes place in Saint Edwards Church, Kettering at 2pm on Friday, February 17, 2023.
William (Willie) Jnr. Kenny, Corlislea & Ballinagh, Ballinagh, Cavan
The death occurred, following a tragic accident in Swords, Co Dublin, on Saturday, February 11, 2023 of William (Willie) Jnr. Kenny, Corlislea, Ballinagh and late of Marian Row, Ballinagh, Co Cavan. Loving husband of Tammy, and dear Daddy of Tamzin, and William. Loving son of Tina, and Willie Kenny. Sadly missed by his brothers, and sisters Jacinta (Colin), Annmarie (Brendan), Linda (Terry), Elaine (Herbie), Christina (Kieran), Orlene (Padraig), brothers Tommy (Annmarie), Enda (Christina), father in law Robbie, mother in law Janice, brothers in law, sisters in law, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
The death occurred, suddenly, on Wednesday, February 6, 2023 of Ronan Moran, Aughnagallop, Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Cherished son of John and Geraldine and adored brother of Kevin and Fergal. Sadly missed by his devoted Aunts and Uncles, Abina, Ann, Niall and Joe and his loving cousins, Darragh, Eve and Ciaran. Remembered with love by his extended family, especially Colette and Tarah, his girlfriend, Kaitlyn and his wide circle of friends. May His Beautiful Soul Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his home on Friday and on Saturday, February 10 & 11, both days from 2pm to 8pm. House strictly private on Sunday please. Funeral Mass in St Patrick's Church, Drumshanbo at 1pm on Sunday, February 12. Burial immediately afterwards in Drumshanbo New Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be streamed live on https://www.churchtv.ie/drumshanbo/ and on Drumshanbo Parish Facebook Page.
The death occurred, peacefully, on Friday, January 13, 2023 of Noreen (Nora) Josephine Atkinson (Landy née Wallace), Ruislip, Middlesex, England and formerly of New Kiltoom, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath and Louisburgh, Co Mayo. Beloved wife of Brian and the late Eamonn and dear mother of Paul and Louise. Noreen will be very sadly missed by her husband and family, son-in-law Gary, daughter-in-law Jackie, her cherished grandchildren Natasha, Heather, Aidan, Pearse and Christy, her brothers Anthony, Stephen and Tommy, sister Mary, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends. May Noreen rest in peace.
Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, February 13, 2023, at 1pm at Our Lady of the Visitation Church, Greenford, Middlesex, England, followed by cremation at Breakspear Crematorium, Ruislip. The Mass can be viewed at Our Lady of the Visitation
A Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 12 noon in the Church of St John the Baptist, Whitehall, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath followed by interment of ashes in the adjoining cemetery. In preference to flowers, Brian, Paul and Louise would appreciate donations to Alzheimer's Research UK (JustGiving)
Eugene Devaney, London and formerly Garvagh, Ballinalee, Co Longford
The death occurred, after a long illness, on Monday, January 9, 2023 of Eugene Devaney, London and formerly Garvagh, Ballinalee, Co Longford.
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