Deaths in Longford - Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Mary Ellen (Mary) Martin (née Lennon), Aughacordrinan, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home in the loving care of her family on Friday, June 21, 2024 of Mary Ellen (Mary) Martin (nee Lennon) late of Manchester & formerly of Aughacordrinan, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford. Predeceased by her husband Benny. Parents Michael & Margaret Lennon, and her partner Tom Galligan.

Deeply regretted by her sons Luke and Ian, daughter Belinda, daughters-in-law Siawporn & Claire, grandchildren Sean, Melissa, Ally, Ben, Ethan & Ollie, great grandson Shay, her brothers John-James & Matty (London), sisters Kathleen Donohue (Co Carlow) & Chris Keenan (Co Longford), sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and a large circle of friends. May Mary-Ellen Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Solace Undertakers, 335 Portway, M22 OEJ from 12 noon until 6 pm on Thursday, July 4 and 9am until 10,30am on Friday, July 5. Requiem Mass at 12 noon on Friday, July 5 in St Anthonys RC Church, Dunkery Road, M22 ONT. Funeral Mass can be streamed live by clicking on the following link.

Burial at 1.45pm at Southern Cemetery, 212 Barlow Moor Road, M21 7GL No flowers as per Mary's request. Donations in lieu to Francis House Children's Cancer research. Box in church or any family member.

Oliver Frank (Gareth) Burke, Fisherstown, Clondra, Longford

The death occurred peacefully after a short illness with his partner and his family by his side on Sunday, June 30, 2024 of Oliver Frank (Gareth) Burke, Fisherstown, Clondra, Longford. Predeceased by his parents Pat and Angela, sister Theresa and his brother Brian. Frank will be forever missed by his heartbroken partner Mary, brothers Sam, Tony, Damien and Gerard and by his sisters Christine Ryan and Marie Casey, his partner Mary's family, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired to Acquired Brain Injury Ireland c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member House private

Funeral Arrangements Later

Bridget (Bridgie) Lloyd (née Grehan), Forgney, Ballymahon, Longford

The death occurred peacefully after a long illness, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, June 29, 2024 of Bridget (Bridgie) Lloyd (née Grehan), Forgney, Ballymahon, Longford. Predeceased by her parents Elizabeth and Michael and her sister Aggie. Bridgie will be forever missed by her heartbroken family, husband Michael, daughters Sharon (Coffey) and Sinéad (Shanley), and son Michael, sons-in-law Noel and Sean, daughter-in-law Jennifer, adored grandchildren Aisling, Eoghan, Aoife, Cian, Senan, Caoilinn, and Scott, her brother Michael, and sisters Imelda and Eithne, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace.

Reposing in the Church of the Immaculate Conception Forgney (N91 AE35) on Monday, July 1 from 4pm until 7pm, concluding with prayers at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Tuesday, July 2 at 12 noon followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. House Strictly Private. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Irish Cancer Society.

Agnes Green (née Farrell), Ballinclare, Ballycanew, Gorey, Wexford / Moydow, Longford

The death occurred on Sunday, June 30, 2024 of Agnes Green (nee Farrell) Ballinclare, Ballycanew, Gorey, Wexford and formerly Castlerea Mountain, Moydow, Co. Longford. Beloved wife of the late Patick, partner of Tom and loving mother of Patrick, Cornelius and Donal, sister of Tommy and the late Paddy, Mary, Jimmie and Baby John Mel. Will be very sadly missed by her partner, sons, brother, daughter-in-law Veronica, grandchildren Patrick, Dana, Michael, Emily, Ellen, Eilís and Ruby Mae, sister-in-law Agnes, Tom's children David, Tina and Laura, nephews, nieces, extended family and a wide circle of friends. May She Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Murphy's Funeral Home, The Avenue, Gorey (Eircode Y25 K122) on Wednesday, July 3 from 5pm until 8pm with Prayers at 7pm. Removal from Murphy's Funeral Home on Thursday, July 4 at 10.15am to The Church of the Sacred Heart, Ballyoughter for Funeral Mass at 11am. followed by Burial in the adjoining Cemetery.

The family very much appreciates your kindness at this sad time.

Thomas and Christopher McDonagh, Longford Town, Longford

Thomas and Christopher, gone to the angels. Pre-deceased by their grandmother Kathleen, uncle Thomas and auntie Theresa. Thomas and Christopher will be lovingly missed by their heartbroken parents John and Natasha, big brothers John-Paul, Anthony and Gerard, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. May Thomas and Christopher rest in peace. 

A prayer service will be held in St Mel's Cathedral on Tuesday, July 2 at 2pm followed by interment in Ballymacormack cemetery. Family flowers only please.

Cyril Claffey, Clonskeagh, Dublin / Ballymahon, Longford

The death occurred peacefully on Friday, June 28, 2024 of Cyril Claffey, Clonskeagh, Dublin 14 and formerly of Ballymahon, Co Longford. He will be very sadly missed by his beloved wife Dolores, daughter Maureen, sons Stephen, Cyril and John, son-in-law Niall, daughter-in-law Anita, grandchildren Michelle, Frances, Deirdre, Federica, Theo, Freya and Esme, nephews and nieces, extended family and friends. We wish to extend our grateful thanks to the many people who made the last weeks and months comfortable for Cyril, all his carers including Noreen, Rowena, Nellie, Nancy, the staff of Inis Care and the staff of Fern Dean Nursing Home, Blackrock. May He Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Fanagan's Funeral Home Dundrum on Friday, July 5 from 6pm to 7pm. Removal on Saturday morning, July 6 to the Church of Sts Columbanus and Gall, Milltown for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Mt Venus Cemetery.

Margaret (Peggy) Grufferty (née Boland), Slattamore, Rooskey, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully aged 92 on Thursday, June 20, 2024 of Margaret Grufferty (née Boland) London and formerly of Slattamore, Rooskey, Co Roscommon, known affectionately as “Peggy”.  May 11, 1932 - June, 20 2024. Now reunited with her husband Christopher. Predeceased by her husband Christopher, sister May & brothers Thomas, Gerald, Michael, Patrick & Eugene. Sadly missed by her sister Josephine (Josie) Feeney, sisters-in-law Mairead Grufferty, Eileen Boland, brother-in-law Tom Grufferty , nephews, nieces and extended family members. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her. May she rest in peace.

The funeral cortège will travel via Slattamore by Peggy’s family home to arrive at St Anne’s church, Slatta on Friday evening, July 5 for 7.30pm. Funeral mass will take place on Saturday morning, July 6 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Kilglass new cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to County Roscommon Disability Support Group CLG C/O Tully’s Funeral Directors, Slatta, Kilglass, Co. Roscommon.

Mass can be viewed via Tully’s Funeral Directors pagehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100055401313288

Jeremy O'Connor, Carrownabrickna, Gallowstown, Roscommon Town, Roscommon / Ballyleague, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by his much loved family, in the loving and devoted care of the staff at the Galway Clinic on Sunday, June 30, 2024 of Jeremy O’Connor, Carrownabrickna, Gallowstown, Roscommon Town and formerly of Ballyleague, Co Roscommon. Beloved son of the late Jerry. He will be forever missed by his heartbroken wife and best friend Cora (née Coyle), sons Darren and Cathal, daughters LeeAnne and Ciara, mother May, sisters Betty Hanley and Eileen Hughes, brother Bernard, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many good friends. May Jeremy rest in peace.

Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Tuesday evening, July 2 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal from his home on Wednesday morning, July 3 arriving at the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Coman’s Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Roscommon Hospice - DONATE HERE..

Please note the funeral Mass will be broadcast in the Roscommon town area on the Parish Radio 105.9 FM and can also be viewed live on Wednesday, July 3 at 11am by CLICKING HERE. The O’Connor family would sincerely like to thank their relatives and friends for their kindness at this time. House private please.

Pat Joe Donohoe, Ardunsaghan, Drumreilly, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at Arus Carolan nursing home, Mohill, Co Leitrim on Sunday, June 30, 2024 of Pat Joe Donohoe, Ardunsaghan, Drumreilly, Leitrim. Predeceased by his loving wife Bridie and brother Michael. Deeply regretted by his sons Pat (Carmel) and Gary (Celia), daughters Yeonette (Kevin O'Rourke) and Síobhan (Pat Treacy), adored grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing at his residence until removal on Tuesday evening, July 2 to arrive at St Mary's Church, Drumreilly at 6.30pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday morning, July 3 at 11am with burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. House strictly private except for family and neighbours.

Martin Jennings, Barnacogue, Swinford, Mayo / Tulsk, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully in the wonderful care of Sharon and her staff at Ballinamore Nursing Home, Kiltimagh on Saturday, June 29, 2024 of Martin Jennings, Barnacogue, Swinford, Mayo/ Tulsk, Roscommon. Predeceased by his parents John and Delia, brothers Donald and Noel. Martin will be sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret, daughters Nicola and Elaine, sons Matthew, Garry and Martin, son-in-law Nick, his 2 adored grandchildren Cian and Lachlan, Garry's partner Rebecca, sisters Christine and Mary, brothers Michael, John, James and Tony, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and all his extended and much loved family, neighbours and friends. May His Kind and Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing in Boland's Funeral Home, Swinford (F12K122) this Wednesday evening, July 3 from 5pm to 7pm.

Funeral Mass this Thursday, July 4 at 12 noon in St Patrick's Church, Bushfield, Charlestown with burial afterwards in Bushfield Cemetery.

Barney Daly, Clonmore Heights, Mullingar, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 30, 2024 of Barney Daly, Clonmore Heights, Mullingar (formerly of Finea, Co. Westmeath). Predeceased by his mother Ann (Nan) and father Paddy. Deeply missed by his heartbroken wife Carmel (nee Slevin, Ballynacargy), daughters Sarah and Laura, brothers Mickey, Odie, Martin, Padraig and Kit, sisters Marion, Rosie, Maggie and Deirdre, son-in-law Mark, beloved grandchildren Charlie, Aoibhe and Alice, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and wide circle of friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Shaws Funeral Home, Bishopsgate Street, Mullingar on Tuesday July 2, from 5pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday morning, July 3 at 11am in St Michael's Church, Sonna (N91 V302) followed afterwards by burial in the adjoining cemetery. The family would like to acknowledge and thank the Primary Care Unit and Mullingar Palliative Care Team. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to North Westmeath Hospice at www.northwestmeathhospice.ie

Rose Mullen (née Corrigan), Cullionbeg, Mullingar, Westmeath / Castlepollard, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving husband and family and in the excellent care of the staff at Portiuncula Nursing Home Multyfarnham on Friday, June 28 of Rose Mullen (née Corrigan) Cullionbeg, Mullingar and formerly of Knockadoon, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath.

Predeceased by her beloved son Enda. Beloved wife of Matt and devoted mother of Kieran, Ann, Caroline and Ian; Rose will be forever loved and dearly missed by her husband and family, sons-in-law Laurence and John, daughters-in-law Angela and Helane, cherished grandchildren Darren, Sharon, Steven, Amy, Lorna, Alex, Cian, Aisling, Ciarán, Aoife, Anna-Rose and Robin, brother Donal, sister Rita, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May Rose rest in peace.

Reposing at Gilsenan’s Funeral Home on Monday, July 1 from 4.30pm followed by removal to the Cathedral of Christ the King arriving at 6.30pm. Rose’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 2 at 11am. Cremation will follow at Lakelands Crematorium Cavan at 2pm. House private please. If you wish to leave a personal message for the family, please use the obituaries section at www.gilsenanfuneralhome.ie

Rosetta Reehill (née Reilly), Clonoose, Ballyheelan, Kilnaleck, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of Fountains Care Home, Rainham, London on Monday, June 24 of Rosetta Reehill (née Reilly) Clonoose, Ballyheelan, Kilnaleck, Cavan. Former Labour Party councillor candidate in Upminster.

Predeceased by her Late husband Gerry Reehill of Longford Town, her sister Anna and brothers Hugh, Packie, Jim & Eddie. Rosetta will be sadly missed by her daughter Loretta, son-in-law John, Velvet, loving friends, family, sisters Kay and Josie, brother John, sister-in-law Kathleen, brother-in-law Andy, all her extended family, friends & neighbours.

The funeral will take place at 10am on Friday, July 19, at St Alban's RC Church, RM12 5JX. The following is the weblink to the funeral and burial https://www.shealolin.co.uk/rosetta-reehill. Flowers by Elm Park Florists. 

Donations to be made to https://www.haveringmind.org.uk/fundraising/donate/

Hannah Josephine Brennan (née O’Regan), Strokestown, Roscommon / Shanballymore, Cork

The death occurred peacefully at home, after a short illness, on Friday, June 21 of Hannah Josephine Brennan, (nee O’Regan) of Hornchurch, Essex, England. (Formerly of Carrigleagh, Shanballymore, County Cork). Predeceased by her parents James and Ellen, her husband Patrick (Carrowclogher, Strokestown), daughter Annette, and sister Brid. A dear mother to Helen and Martin. A loving sister of Margaret, Eileen, and Mary. Sadly, missed and lovingly remembered by her family. Grandchildren; Ryan, Erin, Megan, Niamh, Edward, Isobel, and Martha, and her great grandchildren; Henry, George, William, Charles, and Jacob, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, and friends. May She Rest in Peace. 

The funeral will take place in Hornchurch, Essex. Requiem mass at St Mary Mother of God Church, on Friday, July 26, at 11am followed by burial at Upminster Cemetery, Ockendon Road, Upminster, Essex. The family would like to request in lieu of flowers, that donations can be made to either St Francis Hospice or Marie Curie.

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