Deaths in Longford - Wednesday, October 2, 2024
May they Rest In Peace
Adrian Farrell, Corner House, Lanesboro, Co Longford
The death occurred peacefully in the Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 30, 2024 of Adrian (Adie) Farrell, Corner House, Main Street, Lanesboro Co Longford (Publican, Undertaker & former Chairman of Longford County Council).
Predeceased by his father Gerald, mother Ena, brother Gerdie and beloved wife Josephine. Adie will be dearly missed by his son Gerald, daughter Lorraine, grandson Oisin, sister Eugenie McCabe, Lorraine's partner Alan, daughter in law Sarah, sister in law Doreen Corroon, brothers in law Jim Mc Cabe & Christy, Corroon, nieces, nephew, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins, relatives, former colleagues, neighbours & many friends. May Adie Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Adie Farrell's Bar & Restaurant, Lanesboro (N39 NX65) on Wednesday, October 2 from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral Cortege will leave the family home at 11:40am on Thursday, October 3 arriving at St Mary's Church, Lanesboro for Funeral Mass at 12 noon, Burial afterwards in Rathcline Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.churchtv.ie/lanesborough
Mary Purcell (née Dowler), 78 McKeown Park, Longford town, Co Longford and formerly of Dalton Park, Mullingar
The death occurred peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, September 28, 2024 of Mary Purcell (nee Dowler), 78 McKeown Park, Longford town and formerly of Dalton Park, Mullingar, Co Westmeath.
Predeceased by her mother Philomena and father-in-law Eamon. Mary will be sadly missed by her heartbroken family, husband Michael (Miley), daughters Ashling, Alesha, sons Luke, Michael and Brandon, her beloved grandchildren Emelia, Patrick, Mia and Reily, brother Ollie, mother-in-law Attracta Purcell, sisters-in-law Eita, Frany and Oliva, brother-in-law Tony, nieces, nephews, cousins, good neighbours and friends. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace Mary.
Reposing in Connells Funeral Home, Church Street, Longford, N39 KN66 on Tuesday, October 1 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Removal from her home on Wednesday, October 2 to arrive to St Mel's Cathedral for Funeral Mass at 11am. Following Mass, Mary will be laid to rest in Ballymacormack Cemetery. Family flowers only please, Donations, if desired to the (Tullamore Regional Hospital Oncology Ward) c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member.
Bernadette McLoughlin (née Boyle), Glenview, Castlepollard, Co Westmeath
The death occurred peacefully, in the loving care of her family and the staff of the Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 of Bernadette McLoughlin (née Boyle), Glenview, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath.
Bernadette is predeceased by her loving husband James (Jimmy), her treasured son Dermot (Chang), and her dear siblings Liam and Nuala. She is sadly missed by her cherished children Patrick, Michael, Bernie Ann, David, Imelda, Catherine, John, Danny and Paul, and her sisters Betty, Netty, May and Kathleen. Bernadette will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, son-in-law, daughters-in-law; nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, neighbours in Glenview and her many friends. May Bernadette Rest In Peace.
Bernadette will be reposing at her home in Glenview, Castlepollard, on Friday, October 4 from 4pm, concluding with prayers at 8pm. House private thereafter. Removal on Saturday, October 5 to St Michael’s Church, Castlepollard, arriving for 12 noon Funeral Mass. Burial afterwards in St Michael’s Cemetery, Castlepollard. Family flowers only, please. Bernadette’s Funeral Mass will be broadcast at the following link: https://castlepollard-church-1.click2stream.com/. The family appreciates your kind cooperation at this sad time.
Sonya Cassidy, Drumdartan Glebe, Aughnasheelin, Ballinamore, Leitrim / Dublin
The death occurred on Saturday, September 28, 2024 of Sonya Cassidy, Drumdartan Glebe, Aughnasheelin, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim/ Dublin. Sadly missed by her loving partner Fearghal, beloved daughters Zara and Aurora, darling grandchildren James and Matthew, her parents Ann and Patrick, sister Emer, extended family, relatives and many friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at her home (N41 F586) on Thursday, October 3 from 4pm to 8pm. A service to celebrate Sonya’s life will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan (H12 RF78) on Friday, October 4 at 3pm. Sonya lived her life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by all who loved her.
Shay (James) Dempsey, Kilbrackan, Carrigallen, Co Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully in the excellent care of Ashley Lodge Nursing Home, Co Kildare on Sunday, September 29, 2024 of Shay (James) Dempsey Kilbrackan, Carrigallen, Co Leitrim.
Shay will be deeply missed by his son Shay, daughter Sue, their Mother Connie and his loving sister Bridie, his grandchildren James, Alanagh, Abbie Isabelle and Ethan, son in law Alan and daughter in law Elaine. Shay and Sandra will be missed by the entire Carrigallen community. May his soul Rest In Peace.
James (Shay) will be reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan on Wednesday, October 2 from 1pm followed by service and cremation at 2pm.
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