Deaths in Longford - Thursday, February 6, 2025

Kathleen Kiernan (née Prior), Eanaghan, Aughnacliffe, Longford / Cavan / Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at her home in the loving care of her family on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 of Kathleen Kiernan (née Prior), Eanaghan, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford / Cavan / Leitrim. Predeceased by her husband Johnny and her son Pauric. Dear mother of Larry, Margaret, Sean and Cathy, grandmother of Joseph, David, Derek, Keith, Conor, Lyndsey, Stephen, Siobhan, Niamh, her 12 Great-Grandchildren, her sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of friends. RIP. 

Kathleen will repose at her residence on Friday, February 7 from 2pm-10pm (N39PD98), with removal to The Sacred Heart Church, Arva (H12RY96) for her requiem mass on Saturday, February 8 at 11.30am. Cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium Cavan (H12RF78) at approximately 2pm. For those wishing to view Kathleen's Funeral Mass they may do so HERE. Family flowers only please, house private at all other times. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Catherine (Kitty) Murray (née Greene), Castlebrock, Ballinalee, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, at the Regional Hospital, Mullingar on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 of Catherine (Kitty) Murray (née Greene), Castlebrock, Ballinalee, Longford. Predeceased by her husband Jimmy, her parents Kathleen and Frank, her sisters Lizette and Mary and her nephew Paddy Kearney. Sadly missed by her loving sister Gretchen Herleihy (Cork) and her brothers Kevin (Edgeworthstown), Frank, Mickey and Philip (London), nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. "You were always someone special who will never be forgotten for we thought the world of you."

Reposing in Our Lady's Manor Nursing Home Chapel, Edgeworthstown, on Friday evening, February 7 from 5pm with prayers at 7pm. Funeral Mass in St Mary's Church, Edgeworthstown, on Saturday, February 8 at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Aughafin cemetery. Anyone wishing to leave a message for the family may do so on the Condolences page below. Relatives, neighbours and friends welcome at her home. Funeral Mass may be viewed online here.

Breda Ferguson (née Reynolds), Skerries, Dublin / Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the care of Gormanston Lodge and Our Lady of Lourdes, Drogheda on Saturday, February 1, 2025 of Breda Ferguson (nee Reynolds) Skerries, Co Dublin/ Longford. Predeceased by her husbands Richard (Dick) Ferguson & Michael Gainsford, brother John & sister Mary Ellen.

Sadly, missed by her loving brother Michael, Sisters Elizabeth and Teresa, sisters in law, Lena and Mary, step children Francis, Gerard, Jim, Richard, Ciaran, Bernadette & Avril, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Breda Rest In Eternal Peace.

Reposing at Lannon's funeral home on Thursday, February 6 from 6pm to 8pm, removal on Friday, February 7 to St. Patrick's church Skerries arriving for 10am funeral mass, burial thereafter in Holmpatrick cemetery.

Bert (Patrick) Mearley, Foxrock, Dublin/ Newtowncashel, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of Our Lady’s Hospice, Blackrock, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, February 1, 2025 of Bert (Patrick) Mearley, Foxrock, Dublin and formerly of Ballagh, Newtowncashel, Co Longford. 

Bert will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Patricia, cherished daughters Louise and Rowena, loving sister Ann, sisters-in-law Catherine (McDermott) and Bernadette (Boylan), as well as his extended family, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and wonderful neighbours. Bert’s warmth, kindness, and presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Massey Bros. Funeral Home, Goatstown (D14 X348) on Wednesday, February 5 from 4pm – 7pm. Removal on Thursday morning, February 6 to the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock, arriving at 9:45am followed by Requiem Mass at 10am. Cremation thereafter at Mount Jerome, Victorian Chapel at 12:15pm.

To view the Funeral Mass live, please click here. To view the Cremation service live, please click here. Bert’s ashes will be interred later in the year in Saints Island Longford, following Mass in the Church of the Blessed Virgin, Newtoncashel, Longford. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers to National Council for the Blind (donate here) or Our Lady’s Hospice and Care Services (donate here). To leave a private message of condolence, please click here.

Fergus Geelan, Drumard, Mohill, Leitrim

The death occurred unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 of Fergus Geelan, Drumard, Mohill, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by his parents Sonny and Nancy. Fergus will be forever missed and always remembered by his loving wife Christina, his son Oisin, daughters Clodagh, Leesa and partners, sisters Fionnuala, Gertrude (O'Neill), Ursula (Conboy), brother Mick, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and great neighbours. May Fergus Rest In Peace. 

House Strictly private at all times please. Family flowers only please. Funeral Arrangements Later

Michael Glennon, Rathfarnham, Dublin / Lanesboro, Roscommon

The death occurred suddenly at home on Friday, January 31, 2025 of Michael Glennon, Rathfarnham, Dublin, and formerly of Cloonadra, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon. 

Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of Keith, Karen and Ronan. He will be very sadly missed by his wife, children, brothers Dermot, Greg and Brendan, sisters Catherine and Irene, brothers-in-law Pat and Alan, sisters-in-law Dierdre, Breda and Ann, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and his huge circle of friends (including Paddy and Mousey).

Reposing at Fanagan’s Funeral Home, Willbrook Road, Rathfarnham, on Thursday, February 6 from 3pm until 5pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, February 7 at 10am in the Church of the Holy Spirit, Ballyroan, followed by cremation at Newlands Cross Crematorium. The Mass may be viewed HERE. 'Fuel Level Low'.

Marie Magennis (née Coyle), Dundalk, Louth / Arva, Co Cavan

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing following an illness borne with great courage and dignity on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 of Marie Magennis (née Coyle), Dundalk and late of Bruse, Arva, Co Cavan, a truly wonderful lady whose life was marked by kindness, generosity and a selfless spirit.

Marie was a source of joy to all who knew her. Her unwavering love and compassion touched many friends and family, and her memory will forever remain in the hearts of all those who were fortunate enough to have known her. Though we mourn the loss of such an extraordinary soul, we take comfort in knowing that she will be reunited with her late husband Eugene Magennis.

She will be sadly missed and forever loved by her adored daughter Megan Rose, brother Michael, sisters, Imelda and Connie (Brady), sister-in-law Breda, and brother-in-law Joe. Also remembered fondly by nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. May She Rest in Peace.

Marie will repose at McGeoughs Funeral home, Jocelyn Street, (A91 XW66) from 4pm until 7pm on Friday, February 7. Removal on Saturday morning, February 8 to St. Joseph’s Redemptorist Church arriving for Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Killean Cemetery, Clontigora Road, Co Down. House Strictly Private at all times. All enquiries to Oisin and Rosemary Rogers, McGeoughs Funerals Jocelyn Street Dundalk +353429334283

Jimmy Geraghty, Highbog, Rahara, Roscommon

The death occurred suddenly, at Portiuncula Hospital Ballinasloe on Monday, February 3, 2025 of Jimmy Geraghty, Highbog, Rahara, Athleague, Co Roscommon. 

Predeceased by his parents John Joe and Lena, sister Mary, nephew Thomas and sister-in-law Bridie. Deeply regretted by his loving brother Pádraig, sister Ann Corrigan (Longford), nephews Jonathan, Timmy, Graham, Patrick, nieces Caroline, Sineád, Áine, Edel, Theresa, Julie, Helena and Rosie, brother-in-law Pat, nephews-in-law, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing at St Brigid’s Funeral Home Brideswell (N37 EK88) on Thursday evening, February 6 from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, February 7 at 11am in Church of Mary Immaculate, Rahara (F42 XW08). Burial afterwards in Rahara Cemetery. Mass is live-streamed and can be viewed HERE. House private and family flowers only please. The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this difficult time.

Benedict Michael (Ben) Quinn, Mill House, Mill Road, Ennis, Clare / Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at Ennis Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, January 31, 2025 of Benedict Michael (Ben) Quinn, Mill House, Mill Road, Ennis, Co Clare and formerly of Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. 

Predeceased by his sister Catherine Bain. Sadly missed by his wife Olga, daughters Zoe and Zelda, sons-in-law Neil and Wayne, adored grandchildren Iona, Samantha and Maximo, sister Viola, brother-in-law Petros, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Funeral Arrangements: A Funeral Service will take place at Kennedy’s Funeral Home, Ennis on Friday, February 7 at 2 pm, followed by a Cremation Service at Shannon Crematorium at 4 pm. May He Rest in Peace.

Messages of sympathy can be sent privately to Kennedy’s Funeral Directors by post or emailed to [email protected]

Sean Kelleher, Mottingham, London and formerly of Mullinadara, Carrigallen, Leitrim

The death occurred unexpectedly on Friday, December 13, 2024 of Sean Kelleher, Mottingham, London and formerly of Mullinadara, Carrigallen, Leitrim. 

Sean will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving family, his partner Bushra, brother Gerry, sisters Maura (Nicholls), Bernadette (Murray), sister-in-law,brothers-in-law,nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he Rest In Peace. 

Sean's funeral will take place in GreenAcres, Kemnal Park, Chapel, A20 Sideup Bypass., Chislehurst, Kent BR7 6RR on Friday, January 31 at 11am. There will be a memorial Mass for Sean in St Mary's Church, Carrigallen, Co Leitrim, on Friday, February 14 at 7pm. Funeral may be viewed on the following link https://watch.obitus.com Username kosi4586 Password 217830

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