Deaths in Longford - Tuesday, November 29, 2022
The death occurred, peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital, on Sunday, November 27, 2022 of Jane (Jennie) Edgeworth, (nee Gorman), Castletara, Ballyhaise, Co Cavan.
Predeceased by her husband William. Will be very sadly missed by her daughter Hazel, son John, son-in law Vincent, daughter-in-law Fiona, her cherished grandchildren Stacey, Finbar, Niamh, Elaine and Jean, Isobel, Lucy and Gavin, her brother Patrick, sisters-in-law Maureen and Marion, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan on Tuesday, November 29 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. House strictly private at all times, please to family and close neighbours. Funeral cortège to arrive at St Patrick’s Church, Castletara, for Requiem Mass at 11am on Wednesday, November 30 followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan.
The death occurred, peacefully in Mullingar Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, November 25, 2022 of Frank Fox, St Patrick's Terrace, Longford town and formerly of Old Cabra Rd, Dublin, Kilcock, Maynooth and Swords. He is predeceased by his parents Pearce and Esther. Frank will be forever remembered with love by his family, his loving wife Monica, daughters Lisa and Grace, son Robert, sons-in-law Ger and Ollie, daughter-in-law Sofia, his darling grandson Conor and honorary grandson Dylan, brothers Gay and Ray, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, godchildren, uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and his many dear friends. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace.
Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford, N39 KN66, on Wednesday, November 30 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Cremation will take place on Thursday, December 1 at 2pm in Dardistown Crematorium, Collinstown Cross, Old Airport Rd, Dublin K67 HP 26. Family flowers only please, donations can be made to Pieta House, in Frank Fox's memory c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member. Frank's family would like to thank the wonderful doctors, nurses and staff of the ICU who looked after him with great care and kindness.
The death occurred, peacefully in the Regional Hospital Mullingar surrounded by her family, on Thursday, November 24, 2022 of Dzidra Bolmane, Bracklin Park, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford and formerly Latvia. Sadly missed by her sons Dainis and Raivis and her daughter Kitija, daughters-in-law, Klinta and Teika, son-in-law Janis and her much loved grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.
A private family cremation will take place in Lakelands Crematorium Cavan.
The death occurred, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, November 26, 2022 of Edward (Eddie) (Junior) Moran, Gardentown, Ballyleague, Co Roscommon and formerly of Greenock, Scotland.
Predeceased by his beloved son Edward. Sadly missed by his loving wife Patsy, son Christopher, brothers Billy and John, sisters Trisha and Maryellen, grandchildren Edward and Harriett, nephews, nieces, in-laws, relatives and many friends in Ireland and the UK. May He Rest In Peace.
Requiem Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tubberclaire on Friday morning, December 2 at 11am followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private please. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in Lieu to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association The family greatly appreciates your sympathy and support at this sad time.
The death occurred, peacefully at her home with her daughter, Maureen, by her side, on Monday, November 28, 2022 of Mary Comack (nee Kellegher), Brookfield, Mullingar, Co Westmeath.
Predeceased by her late husband Paddy, brothers Jim, Jack and Tony, sister Bernie Nolan, Helen and Margaret. Mary will be sadly missed by her sorrowing daughter Maureen, sister Stella McCusker, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at her home on Wednesday, November 30 from 3pm until 8pm. Removal on Thursday morning, December 1 to the Sacred Heart Church Kilglass, Co Roscommon, to arrive for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. Those attending Mary's Funeral are reminded to continue to observe good practice due to Covid-19.
Edward (Ned) Corry, Ballyconnell, Cavan
The death occurred, in Oak View Nursing Home, Belturbet, on Friday, November 25, 2022 of Edward (Ned) Corry, formerly Drumbrooske Ballinagh, Belturbet & Ballyconnell, Co Cavan.
Predeceased by his wife Kathleen (Brady, Cranaghan) and his daughter-in-law Maureen. Deeply regretted by his loving son James and daughter-in-law Giovanna, nephews, nieces, relatives & friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Lawlor's funeral home, Erne Hill, Belturbet (H14 R583) tomorrow evening Wednesday, November 30 from 7pm until 8pm. Removal on Thursday morning, December 1 from the funeral home arriving at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ballyconnell for funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Cathal McWeeney, Aughnahoo House, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim
The death occurred, peacefully at Sligo University Hospital, on Monday, November 28, 2022 of Cathal McWeeney, Aughnahoo House, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents Charles and Bridget, sisters Mae, Sr Benedicta, Ann and Elizabeth, uncle Thomas. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at St Patrick's Hospital Mortuary, Carrick-on-Shannon tomorrow evening Tuesday, November 29 from 5pm until 7pm. Cathal's funeral cortege will leave St. Patrick's Hospital on Wednesday morning, November 30 at 10am to arrive at St Brigid's Church, Drumcong for Mass of Christian Burial at 11am with funeral afterwards to Drumcong Cemetery.
The death occurred, peacefully, in the loving care of his family, at his home, on Sunday, November 27, 2022 of James (Jimmy) Dunne, Ashgrove, Ballinagh and formerly Fairview, Cavan Town. Predeceased by his beloved wife and best friend Mary. Sadly missed by his children Jackie (Jess), Sandra (Jimmy), Debbie (Declan), Adrian (Rosie), Jim (Gabby), Charmaine (Johnny), Karl (Mary) and Serena (Alan), his sisters Tina and Pat, brothers Danny and Brendan, all his adored grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a close circle of friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Jimmy will repose at his home (H12 WP84) on Monday evening, November 28 from 4pm until 8pm and again on Tuesday, November 29 from 4pm until 8pm. House private to family on Wednesday morning, November 30 please. You are reminded that Covid 19 is still very much in our presence and everyone is asked to exercise caution in that regard while visiting the house. Removal from home on Wednesday morning, November 30 at 10.30am, on foot, to St Felim's Church, Ballinagh, arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am. Following the Funeral Mass, the cortege will make its way, on foot, to St. Felim's new cemetery, Crossdoney Road, for committal prayers and burial in the family plot. No flowers please, donations, in lieu, would be appreciated, to Palliative Care, Cavan c/o of John or Philip McMahon, McMahon Funeral Home, Cavan, any family member or donation box at the house and the church. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
The death occurred, peacefully after a short illness in the loving care of her family and the nursing staff in St. Camillus Nursing Centre, Killucan, on Sunday, November 27, 2022 of Bridie Walsh (nee Keary), Mitchelstown, Delvin, Co Westmeath.
Predeceased by her husband Willie, son Ciarán and brother Tom. Loving mother of Colin, Robert and Liam. Bridie will be sadly missed by her sons, sister Mary and brothers John and Brendan (Streete, Co Westmeath), daughters in law Olivia and Laura and Robert's partner Sharon, her loving grandson Billy, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, neighbours and many friends. May Bridie's gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at St Camillus Nursing Centre Chapel, Killucan (Eircode N91VF51) on Monday evening, November 28 from 4.00pm followed by Mass at 6pm. Funeral Mass takes place in the Church of the Assumption, Delvin, on Tuesday morning, November 29 at 11am followed by burial in the local cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live by clicking the either of the following links - the Delvin Parish livestream on churchmedia.tv/Westmeath or at Delvin Parish Facebook
Please be aware of Covid prevention guidelines while attending the funeral services by the wearing of face masks and refraining from handshaking. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank Fr Monks, Br John and the nursing staff in St. Camillus Nursing Centre, Killucan for the care extended to Bridie during her stay. House Private please.
The death occurred, peacefully, at Abbey Ravenscroft Nursing Home, London surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, November 19, 2022 of Tommy Heaney, London and formerly of Annaghmore, Mohill, Co Leitrim. Predeceased by his mother Elizabeth, father Tommy, brothers Patsy and Sean, sister-in-law Barbara. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his son Colin (USA), brothers Pete and Joseph (London), Noel (Castlepollard), Kevin (Drumgownagh) and sister Mary Costello (Kilnagross), sisters-in-law Margo, Kathleen and Rita, brother-in-law TP, Colin’s mother Philomena, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest In Peace. Tommy's funeral cortege will arrive at St Mary's Church, Gortletteragh, on Thursday morning, December 1 for Mass of Christian burial at 12 noon followed by burial in Gortletteragh Cemetery.
Patrick (Paddy) Clarke, Cornashamsogue, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim
The death occurred, peacefully in the loving care of Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle, surrounded by his nieces and nephews, in his 100th year, on Saturday, November 26, 2022 of Patrick (Paddy) Clarke, Cornashamsogue, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim.
Predeceased by his parents, Bernard and Catherine, his brother, Thomas and his sister, Elizabeth Moran. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, extended family, carers, neighbours and friends. Rest In Peace.
Reposing in Shivnan's Funeral Home, Ballyfarnon, on Monday, November 28 from 5pm to 7pm. Removal to St Patrick's Church, Drumshanbo for 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, November 29 at 11 am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass will be streamed live on https://www.churchtv.ie/drumshanbo/ and on Drumshanbo Parish Facebook page.
The death occurred, peacefully at her residence, on Tuesday, November 8 of Maureen Butler (née Reilly), Brentford, Middlesex and formerly of Templemichael Terrace, Longford Town, Longford. Predeceased by her beloved husband Paddy and daughter Mary. Her brothers; Michael, John, Bernard, Anthony and sister Rose.
Maureen will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family, son John, daughter-in-law Sally, her granddaughter Siobhan and her partner George, grandson Donal, her much loved great granddaughters Sophie and Rubi , brother Jimmy , sisters Lilly (Millward) and Mary (O'Connor), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and her many dear friends. May she rest in peace.
Her funeral service will be held on December 6 at St Bridget’s in Isleworth TW7 6DL with cremation afterwards at Mortlake Crematorium, London TW9 4EN.
The death occurred on Friday November 4, 2022, one day after his 88th birthday, of Rev Michael Doyle, Camden, New Jersey and formerly of Rossduff, Aughnacliffe, County Longford. He is survived by his sister Phyllis O’Reilly and her husband Johnny, his sister-in-law Margaret Doyle, and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, John Doyle and Rosetta Creegan Doyle, his brothers Pat Doyle and Fr. J.J. Doyle, sister Anna Mae Doyle (Sr Concepta) and his niece Sinead O’Reilly. May he rest in peace.
A Funeral Mass led by Camden Bishop Dennis Sullivan will be held on Friday, November 11 at 11:30am (4:30pm Irish time) at the Sacred Heart Church, the parish he led for 46 years. A Parish Mass will be held on Saturday, November 12 at 10:30am (3:30pm Irish time). The Masses will be live streamed at www.sacredheartofcamden.com/live-stream. Burial will follow the parish Mass at Harleigh Cemetery in Camden. A Mass of Remembrance will be held on December 8 at 7:30pm in St Colmcille Church, Aughnacliffe. Fr Doyle was an advocate for Peace and Justice all his life.
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