Deaths in Longford - Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Jeaffrey (Jeaff) McGann, The Green, Lanesboro, Co Longford / Mullingar, Westmeath

The death occurred suddenly at the Midlands Regional Hospital, Mullingar, in the presence of his loving family on Sunday, September 28, 2025 of Jeaffrey McGann, Carra Grove, Mullingar, Co Westmeath & The Green, Lanesboro, Co Longford.

Predeceased by his parents James & Barbara, and his brother James. Jeaffrey will be sadly missed by his beloved partner and best friend Caroline, cherished sister Colette, brother in law Aaron, nephew Oran, nieces Leah, Holly, Sienna, Megan & Poppy. Caroline's brothers and sisters, brother and sister in laws, nieces, nephews, his cousin and friend Pearse, and a wide circle of friends and colleagues. May Jeaffrey rest in peace.

Reposing at his sister Colette's residence Tullyvrane, Lanesboro Co Longford (Eircode N39 EN23) on Wednesday, October 1 from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, October 2 in St Mary's Church, Lanesboro at 12 noon, followed by burial in Clonbonny Cemetery. House strictly private outside of reposing times. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Traffic Plan - All vehicles approach the house from the Tullyvrane side and exit via Harold's Cross.

Patricia Groarke (née Duignan), Aughurine, Ballaghaderreen, Roscommon / Boyle, Roscommon / Drumlish, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully with her family by her side at University Hospital, Galway on Sunday, September 28, 2025 of Patricia Groarke (née Duignan), Drumlish, Co Longford and formerly of Aughurine, Ballaghaderreen and Ballinameen, Boyle, Co Roscommon (April 18, 1961 - September 28, 2025).

Predeceased by her parents Dominic and Josephine, sister Esther (Owens) and her brothers Padraic and Hallie. Sadly missed and remembered with love by her daughter Siobhan (Duffy), sons Jimmy and David, their father Tommy, grandchildren Molly, Jack, Byron, Devyn, Ella and Millie, brother Joseph, sisters Edel (Murray), Yvonne (Duffy), son-in-law Mark, daughters-in-law Elaine and Marie, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she Rest in Peace.

Patricia will repose in The Sharkey Funeral Home, Ballaghaderreen on Tuesday, September 30 from 5pm until 7pm. Removal from the funeral home on Wednesday, October 1 at 10.15am to The Church of the Sacred Heart, Fairymount arriving for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am (via Moyne and Buckhill) followed by committal service in Sharkey’s Funeral Home and Cremation Chapel, Loughglynn.

Family flowers only please. Donations in Patricia’s memory can be made to Cuan Mhuire HERE. Patricia’s Funeral Mass will be live streamed and can be viewed HERE.  

Padraig Stephenson, Holloway Road, London and late of Farneyhoogan, Longford town, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully in London on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 of Padraig Stephenson, Holloway Road, London and late of Farneyhoogan, Longford town.  

Predeceased by his parents, Mel and Evelyn, his sister Anne and brother, Brendan. Deeply regretted by his sisters Mary, Helen, Imelda, Therese and Paula, his brothers Mel and Donal, brothers-in-laws, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, his lifelong friend Helena and family and a wide circle of friends. May he rest in peace.

Funeral Arrangements Later

Ciaran Dolan, Furnace, Dromod, Leitrim / Athlone, Roscommon / Athlone, Westmeath

The recent death has occurred unexpectedly at Naas General Hospital on Sunday, September 28, 2025 of Ciaran Dolan, Furnace, Dromod, Co Leitrim and Sean White Car Sales, Athlone.

Predeceased by his loving wife and best friend Myra and his sister Helen Vaughan. Loving father to Nicola Reynolds (John) and Nadine Charles (David), brother-in-law Martin Hunt (Doreen), Sadly missed by his heartbroken family, siblings Patsy Brown, Vincent and Margie Faughnan, his adored grandchildren Sophie, Laila, Jack, Sadie, Emmy, Bobby, and Louie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, colleagues, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May Ciaran Rest in Peace.

Funeral Arrangements: Saturday, October 4 Ciaran will repose in St Mary’s Church, Annaduff (N41CF54) from 4pm until 7pm (there will be a 10minute break at 5.30). Sunday, October 5 Requiem Mass for Ciaran will take place in St Marys Church, Annaduff (N41CF54) at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Ciaran’s Funeral Mass may be viewed HERE. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to North West Hospice c/o McGowan Funeral Directors or online HERE. Family home open to family, friends and neighbours. The Dolan family very much appreciates your support at this time.

Thomas Gerard (Gerry) Flood, Shannon Quays, Rooskey, Leitrim, N41 KV78 / Bray, Wicklow

The death occurred suddenly at home on Monday, September 29, 2025 of Thomas Gerard (Gerry) Flood Shannon Quays, Rooskey, Co Leitrim and formerly Bray, Co Wicklow.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving family. Devoted wife Anne, sons David and Ian, daughter-in-law Sarah, Adored grandchildren Sophie and Josh, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Gerry will repose at his residence Shannon Quays, Rooskey (N41 KV78) on Thursday, October 2 from 5pm until 7pm. Gerry’s Cremation service will take place in Mount Jerome Crematorium, Dublin on Saturday, October 4 at 4pm. 

Angus Dunne, Quay Road, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family in his 100th year on Monday, September 29, 2025 of Angus Dunne, Quay Road, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim.

Pre-deceased by his daughter Marie Therese, son-in-law Trevor, sister Patricia and his brothers Alan and Greg. Angus will be sadly missed by his devoted wife Breda, sons John (Carrick-on-Shannon) and Alan (Annaduff), daughters Evelyn (Tralee) and Ailbhe (Leitrim Village), daughters-in-law Geraldine and Jeanette, son-in-law Reinhold, granddaughters Zoë, Kali, Sinead, Nicole, Jennifer and Alesha, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, dear friends, colleagues and carers. May He Rest In Peace.

Angus will repose at The Heritage Centre, Chapel of Rest, Church Lane, Carrick-on-Shannon (N41 KP62) on Wednesday, October 1 from 4.30pm until 6.30pm. Mass of Christian burial on Thursday, October 2 at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church, Carrick-on-Shannon followed by burial in St Mary’s Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please.

Denis Doyle, Grangebeg, Raharney, Westmeath

The death occurred in Bathgate, Scotland on Friday, July 11, 2025 of Denis Doyle Bathgate, Scotland and formerly Grangebeg, Raharney, Co. Westmeath.

Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Philomena, sister Marian and brother-in-law Joe Ross. Beloved dad of Hannah and Becky. Adored grandad of Mia, Mason, Madison, Denny, Darragh, Mack and baby Ronnie. Denis will be forever loved and missed by his daughters, grandchildren, brothers Joe [Killucan], Gerry [Rooskey], Oliver [Castlewellan], Michael [Raharney], sisters Patricia Farrell [Kilbeggan], Terry Wynne [Leixlip], Ena Coyle [Milltown, Malbay], Kathleen Whelan [Moate], Rose Ross [Dundalk], Bernie Conophy [London], brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family relatives, and friends. At Peace.

Funeral Mass at 11am on Saturday, October 4 in St Brigid's Church, Raharney [N91KX2], followed by interment of ashes in Rathwire Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed HERE.

Marion O’Neill (née Corcoran), Castlepollard, Westmeath / Meath

The death occurred suddenly, in Spain on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 of Marion O’Neill (née Corcoran), Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath and formerly of Kilskyre, Co. Meath.

Beloved wife of Martin, cherished mother of Aaron, Janine, Stephen, Terry, Tara and Dyna, and adored grandmother of eleven grandchildren, she will be deeply missed by her adoring family, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May Marion Rest in Peace.

Marion will be repatriated to her home in Castlepollard, Co Westmeath. A wake open to family and friends will be held at Shaw’s Funeral Home, Bishopsgate Street, Mullingar (N91 RY65), followed by private return to her home in Castlepollard. Funeral Mass will take place in St Michael’s Church, Castlepollard, with burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Collinstown. Dates and times to follow.

In memory of the joy and colour Marion brought to every life she touched, the family warmly welcomes colourful flowers. As per Marion’s wishes, please no lilies. The family appreciates your kind co-operation at this sad time.

Sr Winifred Donlon, Manchester, UK & Moydow, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the sisters and staff of St Euphrasia's Convent, Chain road, Manchester on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 of Sr Winifred Donlon, Manchester, UK and Moydow, Co Longford. 

Sr Winifred was pre-deceased by her parents Patrick and Lena Donlon and siblings; Jack, Betty, Tom, Paddy, Mel, Fr James OFM, Charlie and Teresa, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Much loved and deeply regretted by her Good Shepherd sisters, her brother Tony (Oregon USA), nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews and extended family.

May she rest in peace. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Conor Gearty, Abbeylara, Co Longford

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the unexpected passing on Thursday, September 11, 2025 of Professor Conor Anthony Gearty Kentish Town, London; formerly of Abbeylara, County Longford. 

A distinguished human rights lawyer and proud Longford man, Conor was a fantastic husband, an adored dad, a wonderful brother and son, and a warm generous friend to many. He will be deeply missed by his wife Aoife, his children Eliza, Owen, Èile and Fiadh, his mother Margot, his brother Frank, his sisters Rhona, Catherine, Margaret and Sarah, their partners and children, his in-laws, and his wide circle of friends, neighbours and colleagues. He is predeceased by his late wife Diane and his father Enda.

The funeral will take place in London and details will be shared here shortly. Ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís. May he rest in power and peace.

If desired, donations can be made to Friends of The Holy Land or the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS).

Seamus Tannian, Teffia Park, Longford and Queensland, Australia

On behalf of the entire Tannian and Czislowski family, we are bereft to announce the death of Seamus/James/Jimmy Tannian, Teffia Park, Longford and Queensland, Australia (October 5, 1944 - August 30, 2025), the day we thought and hoped would never come. Our family in Australia, Ireland, England, Spain, USA and the local Sunshine Coast, Queensland community has lost a bright light, radiant servant, leader, mentor, musician and friend. 

Eileen Sheppard (née Morgan), Bawnboy, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in Javea, Spain on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 of Eileen Sheppard (nee Morgan) Bawnboy, Cavan and Javea, Spain and formerly of Ealing, London.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Keith, her parents John and Eileen, and her brothers James, Richard, and Frank. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her brother Carl Morgan (Kells), her sister Anne McManus (Newtownforbes), the extended Sheppard family, her brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and neighbours. May Eileen Rest in Peace.

Funeral Arrangements Later