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Deaths in Longford - Saturday, January 3, 2026
Thomas (Tom) Smith, Marlinstown Lawns, Mullingar, Westmeath / Granard, Longford
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The death occurred peacefully in the company of his loving family at the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar and previously in the tender care of the staff at Portiuncula Nursing Home Multyfarnham on Friday, January 2, 2026 of Thomas (Tom) Smith, Larchdale, Marlinstown Lawns, Mullingar, Co Westmeath, and late of London and formerly of Granard, Co Longford.
Dearly loved husband and best friend of Anne and loving father of Annette. Tom will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by Anne and Annette and his dear friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at Portiuncula Nursing Home Chapel on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 from 12 noon concluding with prayers at 1pm. A private cremation will take place.
Eithne Maguire (née Gannon), Templemichael Terrace, Longford Town, Longford
The death occurred in the loving care of the nurses and staff of the Midlands Regional Hospital, Mullingar surrounded by her family on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 of Eithne Maguire (née Gannon), Templemichael Terrace, Longford Town, Longford.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Bernie, parents John and Mary, sisters May, Pauline, Bridget and Joan, by her brothers Joe and Noel and other extended family members. Eithne will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, sons Alan, Dermot and Desi, daughters-in-law Martina and Lilia, grandchildren Daniel, David, Rory, Amy and Victoria, sisters Angela Duffy and Carmel Earl, brother John, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, January 3, 2026 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. House private to family and close friends please.
Jeffry George Lefroy, Crowenstown Little, Delvin, Westmeath / Longford
The death occurred in his 90th year, after a very long illness borne with great stoicism on Saturday, December 27, 2025 of Jeffry George Lefroy, Crowenstown Little, Delvin, Co Westmeath and formerly of Carrigglas Manor, Longford.
Beloved husband of Tessa, brother of Laetitia and loving father of Langlois and Edward and grandfather of Kit. Much loved father-in-law of Valérie and Niki. Funeral Service to take place on Sunday, January 11 at 2pm at St James’ Church of Ireland, Athboy, Co. Meath C15 XD59, followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard. House private, please.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to Parkinsons.ie.
James Ellis, Newtownforbes, Longford
The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff off Our Lady’s Manor, Nursing Home, Edgeworthstown on Thursday, December 25, 2025 of James Ellis, Woodview, Newtownforbes, Longford.
Predeceased by his parents Michael and Sabina and by his sisters Anne and Freda. James will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughter Katie, brother Tom, brother-in-law Joe, extended family and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81), on Monday, January 5 from 5pm until 7pm. A private cremation will take place.
Sean Keaney, Derrin Lower, Ballinagh, Cavan
The death occurred suddenly, following a tragic accident, aged 35 years, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 of Sean Keaney, Derrin Lower, Ballinagh, Co Cavan and Hanwell, London, England.
Loving Son of Bridie and the late Charlie, Brother of Cathriona, Fiona, Breda, Katie, Matt, Cathal and Thomas. Sadly missed by his Mother, Sisters, Brothers, Sisters in law, Brothers in law, Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Relatives, Neighbours and Friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later.
Oliver O’Higgins, Cloone, Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully at Sligo University Hospital on Thursday, January 1, 2026 of Oliver O’Higgins, Cloone Village, Co Leitrim (former Shop and Post Office).
Predeceased by his parents; Patrick and Maryann, brothers; Frank, Desmond, Patsy, sisters; Madeline,Patricia and Noeleen. Oliver will be sadly missed by his sisters; Adelaide (Toronto), Joan (London), sisters in law Eileen (Cloone Village), Eileen (London), brother in law; Hans (Switzerland), nephews; Brian, Keilan, Colin, Declan, Willie, Ciaran, Adrian, Simon and Ciarán, nieces; Marie, Úna, Marie, Lorraine, Síobhán, Gráinne, Síobhán, Vera and Briguette. May Oliver Rest in Peace.
Oliver’s remains will repose in St Mary’s Church, Cloone Village on Sunday, January 4, 2026 from 5pm-7pm, followed by prayers at 7.15pm. Mass of the resurrection will take place in St Mary’s Church, Cloone on Monday, January 5 at 12 noon followed by burial in the local cemetery.
Oliver’s funeral mass will be streamed live HERE. The family wish to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the loyal staff of Drumderrig Nursing Home Boyle and Sligo University Hospital for their devoted care and support to Oliver.
Mary (Maxie) Fitzgerald (née McHugh), Swords, Dublin / Mohill, Leitrim
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The death occurred peacefully at St Francis Hospice, Raheny on Saturday, January 3, 2026 of Mary (Maxie) Fitzgerald (née McHugh), Swords, Dublin and formerly of Mohill, Co Leitrim.
Beloved wife of the late Frank and sister of the late Joe, Thomas and Patsy. Sadly missed by her loving son Ivan, daughters Niamh and Laura, sons-in-law Daniel and Jonathan, grandchildren Aoife, Eimear, Mia, Kane and Frankie, brother Gerry, sister Theresa, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Rock's Funeral Home, Swords on Monday, January 5, 2026 from 3 - 4.30pm. Removal on Tuesday, January 6 to St Cronan’s Church, Brackenstown arriving for 10am. Mass followed by funeral to Dardistown Crematorium. You can view the funeral Mass live on the church webcam HERE. No flowers please. Donations if desired to St Francis Hospice.
Pete Thompson, Tawlaught, Mohill, Leitrim
The death occurred peacefully in the tender care of the nurses and staff at Aras Carolan nursing home Mohill on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 of Pete Thompson, Tawlaught, Mohill, Leitrim.
Beloved husband of Mary (McCrann), loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Sadly missed by his wife, family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Pete Rest in Peace.
Pete will repose at his home Friday, January 2 from 3.30 to 5.30pm. Private cremation will take place on Saturday, January 3.
Mary Daly (née Reilly), Ashgrove, Ballinagh, Cavan
The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 of Mary Daly (née Reilly), Ashgrove, Ballinagh and formerly Cavan Road, Ballinagh, Cavan. Predeceased by her husband Henry, parents Peter and May, brothers Brian, Alfie, George and Peter, sister Kathleen.
Sadly missed by her loving sons Henry (Orla), Raymond (Ruth) and Dillan, daughters, Mary and Muriel, her adored grandchildren Craig, Sarah, Nicole, Jack, Oisin, Erin, Tiarnan, Ruadhan, Kyle, Ryan, Noah, Nicholas, sisters Nellie and Jean, brothers Bob, John-Joe and Willie, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Removal on Saturday morning, January 3 to St Felim's Church, Ballinagh to arrive for Requiem Mass at 12 noon, interment afterwards in the New Cemetery, Ballinagh. Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. May her gentle soul rest in peace. Family flowers only please, donations to Dialysis Unit Cavan Hospital.
Patricia (Patsy) McGovern, Mohill, Leitrim
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The death occurred in the wonderful care of the staff at Arus Carolan Nursing Home in Mohill on Monday, December 22, 2025 of Patricia (Patsy) McGovern, Mohill, Leitrim.
Patsy is predeceased by her loving husband Phil and will be sadly missed by her sister Bernadette, her nieces and nephews, relatives, her good friend Declan Feeney and other friends and neighbours.
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street Ballinamore (N41 TD62) on Sunday, January 4 from 3pm to 5pm. Funeral will take place on Monday, January 5 at 12 noon in St Patrick's Church, Mohill followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Patricia's Funeral Mass may be viewed online HERE. The family appreciates your sympathy, support and understanding at this sad time.
Joan Nea, Castlepollard, Westmeath
The death occurred at home, surrounded by her loving and heartbroken family after battling a long illness on Thursday, December 11, 2025 of Joan Nea, Basildon, Essex, England and formerly of Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath, aged 82.
Predeceased by her husband Martin. Sadly missed by her loving children Pauline, Stephen and Tina, her adored grandchildren Nichola, Melissa, Martha, Siobhan and Kieran, great-grandchildren Leonyedus, Eoin, Patrick and Ahreay, daughter-in-law Lorraine, son-in-law Paul, Nichola's partner Tony, Melissa's partner Leon, Martha's husband Noel; brother David and his family in Australia; and a wide circle of friends.
May Joan Rest In Peace.
Funeral at a later date in Essex, England.
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