Deaths in Longford - Friday, October 3, 2025

Joseph (Joe) Donlon, Moher, Lanesboro, Roscommon / Lanesboro, Longford

The death occurred in the loving care of the Palliative Care Team, Midlands Regional Hospital, Mullingar, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, October 2, 2025 of Joseph (Joe) Donlon, Moher, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon.

Predeceased by his loving wife Esther and baby son Edward. Joe will be sadly missed by his nine sons, two daughters, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Joe Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Farrell's Funeral Home, Lanesboro (Eircode N39 E761) on Sunday, October 5 from 4pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, October 6 in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague, at 12 noon followed by burial in Clonturkert Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed HERE. House Private Please. Family Flowers Only, donation if desired to Palliative Care Team, Mullingar.

Gabriel McAuley, 5 Leo Casey, Ballymahon, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home comforted by his family on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 of Gabriel McAuley 5 Leo Casey, Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Predeceased by his son John. Sadly missed by his loving wife Mary, daughters Bernadette and Claudia, sons-in-law Peter and John, adored grandchildren Shauna, Michael, Phyllis and Jimmy, sisters Rita and Ben, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace.

Gabriel will repose on Thursday, October 2 in St. Matthew's Church, Ballymahon, N39 T1D9, from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, October 3 at 11am. Following Mass, Gabriel will be laid to rest in Forgney Cemetery. House private, please. The family would like to thank Gabriel's carers for looking after him.

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

Morrelle Moran (née Killian), Kenagh, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully the morning of Sunday, August 31, 2025 of Morrelle Moran (nee Killian), Kenagh, Co Longford.

Her devotion to family, friends, faith and an appreciation for life touched and inspired so many. Morrelle, one of five siblings, was born in Kenagh, Longford County, Ireland. After attending the Kenagh National School, she was awarded an academic scholarship by the County Council to attend Ballymahon National School from ages 14 to 19. Morrelle always desired to be a teacher and, after graduating high school, applied to become a certified teacher at Carysfort Teacher Training College outside of Dublin. With enrollment full for that intake year, she instead headed to Galway University to study Medicine but was soon drawn back to her passion for teaching. She learned that the school in the nearby village of Moydow, four miles from her home in Kenagh, was looking for a Junior Assistant Mistress (JAM). Morrelle traveled that route by bicycle in rainy Ireland for several years before she proudly purchased a car in her early 20s, on a teacher’s salary, in late 1950’s Ireland - no small feat at the time.

Morrelle loved sharing and teaching music with the children of Moydow for eight years, from playing the harmonium at mass to instructing children to sing Latin hymns. At the same time, she enjoyed her early adult years by attending local dances on weekends, which was where she initially met her compatriot and eventual husband (Liam Moran) - only to reacquaint herself with him in California some years later.

Unbeknownst to Morrelle, Carysfort College had been reaching out to her for several years by letters that were discarded by the local Canon so as not to lose JAM Killian to the two-year training program. When she ultimately enrolled at Carysfort after so many years of practical experience, she found the curriculum of little value. So, in her spare time, she prepared paperwork to emigrate to the United States, after visiting a sister already living in California.

At age 27 and with her close sister Eileen, Morrelle embarked on a transatlantic ship from Cork to New York before flying to California. She quickly found employment as a long-distance phone operator before identifying another teaching opportunity at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Belmont, CA, where she taught 3rd and 5th grades for eight years from 1962-1970.

In California, Morrelle reconnected with Liam, who served years as a radio officer in the Merchant Marines before entering the nursery business in the Bay Area, and they were married in 1966. And so, beginning in 1970, Morrelle shifted her dedication from countless grateful students in both Ireland and the U.S. to the family and friends who treasured her. In the intervening years, she raised three sons, supported her husband and his business, traveled the world, studied a lot of French and a little of Japanese, stayed active through golf, bridge and bonding with her Pete’s Pals, hosted countless guests, and took innumerable pictures of places, occasions and people she loved along the way.

Morrelle is preceded in death by her loving husband, Liam, and is survived by her sons Eamon (Ashley) of Wilton, CT, Darrell of Sertaozinho, Brazil, and Kevin (Alejandra) of Alexandria, VA; and grandchildren Meredith, Katherine, Fiona, Blair, Brooke and Mateo. She is also survived by her loving nieces Dara Galligan of County Wicklow, Ireland, and Grania FitzGerald of London, England, and nephew David Powell of San Clemente, CA.

Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass and subsequent reception on October 19 at 10am at St Bartholomew Church in San Mateo, CA. A private interment will follow at St John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, welcome donations may be made in Morrelle’s name to Mission Hospice & Home Care of San Mateo, CA.

Mary Soroghan (née Goldrick), Garrymore, Ballinagh, Co Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 of Mary Soroghan (née Goldrick) Garrymore, Ballinagh, Co Cavan. 

Predeceased by her father Ned and mother Emilia, brothers Stephen, Jim and Hughie. Mary will be sadly missed by her husband Packie, son Padraic and daughter in-law Shauna, her adored grandchildren Shea, Jack and Méabh, brothers Patsy and Eamon, sister Breda, her good friend Kathleen, her extended family, relations, friends and neighbours. Rest In Peace.

In keeping with Mary’s wishes a private funeral will take place. House private please.

Noreen Sheridan (née Davitt), Portmarnock, Dublin / Castlepollard, Co Westmeath

The death occurred  peacefully surrounded by her loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at the Mater Hospital on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 of Noreen Sheridan (née Davitt), Portmarnock, Dublin and formerly of Templanstown Castlepollard Co. Westmeath.  

Beloved wife of Pat and loving mother of Neil, Nadiene and Adam. Predeceased by her father James, mother Theresa, sisters Evelyn and Bridget. Very sadly missed by her husband, sons and daughter, son-in-law Martin, daughters-in-law Jenny and Ruth, grandchildren Cameron, Dillon, Mina, Abi, Brandon, Sheridan and Sophie, brothers Hysie, Pat and Tom. Sisters Maureen, Sabina and Eilish, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours. "May she rest in peace."

Reposing at Stafford’s Funeral Home, Portmarnock on Friday afternoon, October 3 from 2pm to 5pm. Removal on Saturday morning, October 4 to the Church of St Anne’s Portmarnock arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium. Crematorium Strictly for Family only.

The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE on Saturday morning, October 4 at 11am. The Crematorium Service will be streamed live HERE on Saturday afternoon, October 4 at 1pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to The Mater Hospital Foundation in Memory of Noreen Sheridan (née Davitt). 

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. 

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.