Deaths in Longford - Sunday, January 4, 2026

Thomas (Tom) Smith, Marlinstown Lawns, Mullingar, Westmeath / Granard, Longford

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.

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.

Bridget McCabe (née Brady), Drumheel, Ballinagh, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at her home in the loving care of her family, in her 93rd year, on Friday, January 2, 2026 of Bridget McCabe (née Brady), Drumheel, Ballinagh, Co Cavan.  

Beloved wife of the late John Andy. Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Susan Brady. Bridget will be forever loved and sadly missed by her loving family; Padraig, Michael, Siobhan and Breda, daughters in law, son in law, sadly missed by her thirteen adored grandchildren and her two cherished great grandchildren, her cousins extended family, neighbours and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Reposing at her home in Drumheel on Sunday, January 4 from 12noon to 4pm for family, neighbours and close friends. Reposing in Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan on Monday, January 5 from 5pm to 8pm. Requiem Mass on Tuesday, January 8 in St Felim's Church, Ballinagh at 11am, with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

The McCabe Family wish to acknowledge the wonderful care that Mam received from all her carers in her home. The Funeral Mass will be live streamed on Finnegan Funeral Directors - Cavan. 

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). 

Mary (Maxie) Fitzgerald (née McHugh), Swords, Dublin / Mohill, Leitrim

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.

Patricia (Patsy) McGovern, Mohill, Leitrim

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.