Deaths in Longford - Sunday, February 6, 2022
Ciaran Cassells, Bohey, Leitrim / Drumlish, Longford
The death occurred, peacefully, after a long illness, in the loving care of the staff of Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe and Retreat Nursing Home, Athlone, Co Westmeath, on Saturday, February 5, 2022 of Ciaran Cassells, Bohey, Leitrim / Drumlish, Longford.
Predeceased by his parents John and Mary Cassells. Sadly missed by his loving brother Eamonn (Athlone), sisters, Sr Mary (Convent of Mercy, Longford), Nan Murphy (Carlow), Angela Coldwell (Scotland), sister in law Gretta, brother-in-law Arthur, nieces Carol, Ciara and Fiona, grandnephew Blake, in- laws, cousins, neighbours and many friends. May Ciaran Rest in Peace.
Remains arriving at St Mary’s Church, Gortletteragh, for funeral Mass at 12 noon on Tuesday, February 8 with burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to The Irish Stroke Foundation c/o McGowan Funeral Directors. House private, please.
Please observe the current guidelines regarding social distancing and mask wearing. No handshaking please. Ciaran’s family wish to thank you for your understanding at this enormously difficult time.
The death occurred on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 of Libuse Sarisska (née Cibulova), Harbour Row, Longford Town, Longford. Libuse will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, daughter Libuse, sons Michael and Marian, sisters Iveta, Majka, Margita and Vlasta, brother Karo and Roman, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. at odpociva v pokoji
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home on Sunday, February 6 from 4.30pm until 6.00pm (walk through only) with prayers at 5pm. Funeral Mass and burial will take place in the Czech Republic.
Please continue to adhere to mask wearing and social distancing protocols. The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time.
The death occurred, peacefully, following a short illness, in the excellent, loving care of all the staff at Laurel Lodge, Longford, on Friday, February 4, 2022 of Pat Lennon, Aughnavalley, Colehill, Co Longford.
Predeceased by his parents Bernard and Annie and most recently by his beloved brother Michael. Devoted and loving father to his heartbroken children Susie, Brendan, Rory and Sylvia. Adored grandfather to Oisin, Anny, Patrick, Cormac, Niamh, Vincent and Ciarán. Sadly missed by his brothers and sisters Jimmy, Johnny, Joe, Mary and Annah (Greene). Pat is deeply regretted by his son-in-law Liam, his much loved nephews, nieces, relatives and dear friends. Pat's family would like to sincerely thank the staff in Laurel Lodge for their devotion and kindness to Pat during his short illness. The family very much appreciates your support and consideration at this time.
A private cremation ceremony will take place for Pat, in line with his wishes. House private please.
The death occurred, peacefully in Germany, on Thursday, January 27, 2022 of Mary Williamite, Haan, Germany and formerly of 4 Bannon Terrace. Longford. She is predeceased by her beloved husband Hans.
Mary will be forever missed by her family and friends, son Thomas, daughter-in-law Mareike, treasured grandchildren Jonas and Marlene, nephews, cousins and by her many dear friends here in Longford and Germany. As you were, you will always be treasured forever in our memory. Rest in Peace.
Mary's funeral took place in Haan, Germany, on February 2.
The death occurred, peacefully at Ballinamore Nursing Unit, on Friday, February 4, 2022 of Anne Marie O'Connor, Lahard, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim.
She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Ray, her son Shane, her daughter Megan, her daughter-in-law Rosie and her adored grandchildren Tyler and Skye. Also by her parents Tony & Joan Gallagher, brothers, Pádraic, Alan, Oliver, Shane & Tony, sisters Maria & Siobhán, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Smith's Funeral Home, High St. Ballinamore (N41 TD62) on Saturday evening, February 5 from 4pm until 6pm. Funeral Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Ballinamore on Sunday morning, February 6 at 11am followed by cremation in the Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 1.30pm approx. Anne’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on www.churchtv.ie/ballinamore
Family flowers only please – donations in lieu, if desired, to The Ballinamore Nursing Unit c/o Smith's Funeral Home, Ballinamore. The family would like to thank everyone for their support, love and messages over the last couple of years and especially during the last few weeks. Special thanks to all in the Ballinamore Nursing Unit and to Dr. Sean Bourke. At the request of the family the Funeral Home will be walk-through only (no handshaking). Please continue to adhere to Covid-19 guidelines in relation to mask wearing in indoor settings.
The death occurred, suddenly at Sligo University Hospital in her 87th year, on Thursday, February 3, 2022 of Moira Tiernan née McHugh, Annaghmaconway, Cloone, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by her husband Tommy, sisters; Maggie and Lizzie and her brother Sean. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sons and daughters, Eileen, Carmel (Henehan), Seamus, Philomena (Jacques), Dermot and Mary, daughters-in-law; Dolores and Olivia, sons-in-law; Michael, Ray and Kevin, her brother; Pee McHugh, grandchildren, sisters-in-law Alice and Rose nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours and friends. May Moira’s Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Moira will repose at the residence of her son Seamus and daughter-in-law Dolores in Annaghmaconway, Cloone (N41 KV62) on Saturday, February 5 from 2pm – 5pm. Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Cloone on Sunday, February 6 at 2pm followed by burial to the adjoining cemetery. Moira’s Funeral Mass will be live streamed on https://churchtv.ie/cloone.html
House strictly private outside reposing hours please.
Please note that there will be no 10am Mass in Cloone on Sunday, February 6, 2022. Please adhere to mask wearing at all times and respect social distancing protocols.The family appreciates your sympathy and understanding at this difficult time.
The death occurred, unexpectedly at Hillingdon Hospital, London, on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 of Francis Anthony (Tony) Carolan, formerly of Cloonmacart, Drumlish, Longford.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Margaret. He will be sadly missed by his three children Fiona, Annette, Anthony, his grandchildren Frankie, Christopher, Kerrie, Alfie, Grace, Hannah, great grandchildren, brothers, sister, relatives and many friends. He was loved by many, May he Rest in Peace.
The funeral will be arriving at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Hayes, for mass at 12 noon on Friday, February 18. Burial afterwards will be at Kensal Green Cemetery, 2pm.
Kevin Quinn, England / Newtownforbes, Longford
The death occurred, in England, on Monday, January 17, 2022 of Kevin Quinn, England and formerly of Kilnashee, Longford, and 6 Castle Gardens, Newtownforbes, Co Longford.
He is predeceased by his father Henry and brother Conny. Kevin will be forever missed by his family, wife Susan, mother Nan, brothers Michael, Sean and Henry, sisters Elizabeth, Mary and Ann, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, neighbours and friends here in Ireland and England. Close to our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day. Rest in Peace Kevin.
Cremation Service will take place on February 18, 2022 in England. A Memorial Service will take place in St Mary's Church, Newtownforbes, Co Longford, at a later date.
The death occurred, peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, January 13, 2022 of Kevin Dowd, London and formerly of Loughduff, Mullahoran, Co Cavan. Sadly missed by his wife Breda, children; John, Sheena, Ciara and Kevin, grandchildren; Jack and Ava, daughter-in- law Katie, sons in law; Tim and Aaron, brother John, nieces, nephews and extended family. Rest in Peace.
Funeral arrangements to follow.
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