Deaths in Longford - Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Mary Hannifin (née O'Leary), No 1 St Matthew’s Park, Ballymahon, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Mullingar Regional Hospital on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 of Mary Hannifin (nee O'Leary), No 1 St Matthew’s Park, Ballymahon, Co Longford.

Predeceased by her husband Johnny, sons Willie, Mike and Robert, daughter Aggie and her dear grandchildren. Mary will be sadly missed by her family, sons Joe, Johnny, Paul, Brendan and Aaron, daughters Maire and Jackie, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, her adored grandchildren and great-grandchildren, brother Jimmy, sisters Bridie, Joan, Ann, Teresa and Winnie, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and her dear friends. Loving you is easy, We do it every day, Missing you is a heartache, That never goes away. Rest in Peace Mary.

Reposing in her home on Thursday, January 8 from 4pm until 7pm. Removal to St Matthews's Church, Ballymahon on Friday, January 9 for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Following Mass, Mary will be laid to rest in the family plot in Shrule Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Mullingar Regional Hospital Patient Comfort Fund c/o Connell Funeral Directors or any family member.

Mary’s family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and all the caring staff at Mullingar Regional Hospital for their exceptional compassion, dignity, and dedication. Their support and kindness brought great comfort to Mary and to her family during a very difficult time.

Ann Madden (née Sellers), Harman Street, Dublin 8, Dublin / Lawrencetown, Galway / Ballymahon, Longford / Glasson, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the staff in Thomond Lodge nursing home Ballymahon, Co Longford on Sunday, January 4, 2026 of Ann Madden (née Sellers), Harman Street, Dublin 8, Dublin / Coolcarty, Laurencetown, Galway / Ballymahon, Longford / Glasson, Westmeath. 

Predeceased by her husband John. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving family. Her sons and daughters Kevin, Declan, Niall, Niamh (Creighton) and Orlagh (Tadesse) her sister Nolene (Maloney) Malahide, Dublin, her brother Albert, Coole, Co Westmeath, her sister-in-law Deirdre, daughters- in-law, sons-in-law and her beloved grandchildren Eloise, Eoin, Aaron, Chelsea, Claudia, Cathal, Philomena, Fiona, Saoirse, Caoimhe, Oisin and Cian and all her relatives, friends and neighbours. May her gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing on Wednesday evening, January 7 in St Matthew's Church, Ballymahon from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan (H12 RF78) on Thursday morning, January 8 at 10am followed by cremation. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Childline HERE.

Rose (Rosemary) Coyle (née Hughes), Cranley, Mostrim, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 of Rose (Rosemary) Coyle (née Hughes), Cranley, Mostrim, Longford. 

Predeceased by her husband Jimmy, her brothers Kevin, Mel and John, her sister Rita and her parents John and Margaret. Rose will be sadly missed by her heartbroken family, John, Seamus, Anna, Eithne, Fintan, Monica and Martin. Her sons in law Philip Carron, Paul Donohoe and John Dunne, daughter in law Emer (O’Connor) and her adored granddaughters Olivia, Niamh, Eleanor, Ruth, Orla, Ciara and Ailish. Her sisters Anna (McGerr), Bernadette (Dugdale), Mairead (O’Flaherty) and Sheila, her brother Pat, her sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, and her wonderful neighbours and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Reposing in St Mary’s Church, Edgeworthstown on Wednesday, January 7 from 5pm with prayers at 8pm. Funeral mass on Thursday, January 8 at 12 noon followed by burial in Aughafin Cemetery. Mass can be viewed live HERE. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Irish Cancer Society HERE.

The family wish to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to all the staff at St John’s ward in St James Hospital and the nurses and carers who looked after Rose so attentively at home.

Mary Heneghan (née Rhatigan), The Clover, Creevaghmore, Ballymahon, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her heartbroken family in Mullingar Regional Hospital on Monday January 5, 2026 of Mary Heneghan (nee Rhatigan), The Clover, Creevaghmore, Ballymahon, Co Longford. 

Predeceased by her parents Tom and Catherine, brother Peter and her niece Lorraine. Mary will be sadly missed and forever remembered with love by her family, her husband and best friend John, her cherished children Stephen, Lynda, David, Joanne, Karen and Emma, sons-in-law Hugh Quaine and Declan O' Neill, daughter-in-law Annamaire, her adored grandchildren Seán, Erin, Robyn, Rían, Evan, Elliot, Ryan, Evie, Finn, Cara, Senan, Saibh, Naoise and Donagh, brother John, sisters Catherine, Barbara, Marian and Elizabeth, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews,nieces, relatives, her wonderful neighbours and dear friends. Though you’ve journeyed beyond our view, Love’s bond remains strong and true. Until we meet again one day, In our hearts, you’ll always stay. Rest in Peace Mary.

Reposing on Tuesday, January 6 in St Matthew's Church, Ballymahon, Co Longford from 6 pm until 8 pm. Removal from her home on Wednesday, January 7 to arrive at St Matthew’s Church for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Following Mass, Mary will be laid to rest in Shrule Cemetery. Fresh flowers only please. Family Home Private Please.

Francis Kelly, Tromra Road, Granard, Longford

The death occurred suddenly, following an accident on Saturday, January 3, 2026 of Francis Kelly, Tromra Road, Granard, Longford.

Predeceased by his sister Rosaleen and brother Patrick (Pa), Francis will be sadly missed by his loving parents Bernie and Francie, brother Thomas, sister Catriona, partner Stephanie, daughters Paige, Talita and Rosaleen, sons Francie Jr and Tommy Lee, grandfather Tom, uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May Francis Rest In Peace.

Reposing at 14 Tromra Road, Granard (N39 V298) on Wednesday, January 7 from 2pm to 4pm, followed by removal to St Mary's Church, Granard, arriving at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, January 8 at 12 noon, with burial afterwards in Granardkille Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be broadcast LIVE here. The family appreciates your kind co-operation at this sad time.

Francis (Frank) McKeon, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully on Thursday, November 27, 2025 of Francis (Frank) McKeon, Chadwell Heath, Essex, late of Forest Gate, London and Manchester and formerly Aughnacliffe, Co Longford. 

Predeceased by his wife Bridget Teresa (née Daly). Frank will be sadly missed by his sons Francis, Anthony and Paul, his adoring grandchildren Keeleigh, Daniel and Holly, daughters-in-law, sister Rose, sister-in-law Anna, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and his many friends. May He Rest In Peace.

Removal to St Colmcille’s Church, Aughnacliffe, Co Longford (N39 K603) on Friday, January 9, 2026 for Funeral Mass at 2pm followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

MaryJo McDonnell, Moatefarrell, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of St Joseph’s Care Centre on Friday, January 2, 2026 of MaryJo McDonnell, Castlebrock, Moatefarrell, Co Longford. 

Pre-deceased by her extended family. Maryjo will be sadly missed and remembered with love by Richard, Martin, Gregg, Brendan, Ann, Gerard and Paul, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Removal from Glennon’s Funeral Home on Saturday, January 10 to arrive at St James’s Church, Clonbroney, Ballinalee for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon, interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Patsy Brady, Kilshrewley, Ballinalee, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in the care of the staff of Shannon Lodge Nursing home, and in his 94th year, on Saturday, January 3, 2026 of Patsy Brady, Kilshrewley, Ballinalee, Co Longford. 

Pre deceased by his wife Maureen (née Healy, Newtowncashel), Patsy will be forever missed by his sons Michael, PJ, David and his loving daughter Martina McNamee (Andy), his cherished grandsons Daire and Conor, son in law, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends.

Reposing in The Holy Trinity Church Ballinalee on Tuesday, January 6 from 5-7pm. Funeral mass will take place on Wednesday, January 7 in the Holy Trinity Church Ballinalee at 12 noon with burial afterwards in St Emer's Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Dementia Ireland C/O Martin Farrell and Sons Funeral Directors Ballinalee. House Private 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.

Marion Gillooly (née Toolan), 2 Chapel Street, Elphin, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully, with her family by her side, in the wonderful care of the staff at Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 of Marion Gillooly (née Toolan), 2 Chapel Street, Elphin, Co Roscommon. June 19, 1940 – January 6, 2026.

Much loved mother of Michael (Roscommon Town), Lorraine Kenny (Moore, Co. Roscommon), Fiona Henry (Ballinvalley, Coolaney, Co. Sligo) and Peter (Turloughmore). Marion will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family, sons-in-law Liam and Michéal, daughters-in-law Marie and Anita, cherished grandchildren Emma, Adrian, Declan, Peter, Saoirse, Michael, Adam, Callum, Aoife, Evan, Kayla, Kai and Amber, brother-in-law Pete Shiel (Carniska, Strokestown), nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and her many friends.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Pete, parents Jim and Maggie, sisters Phil Browne and Eileen Shiel, brothers-in-law Jim Browne, Vincent Kelly and Michéal Gillooly and sister-in-law Kathleen Kelly. May Marion rest in peace.

Reposing at Brady’s Funeral Home, Elphin on Thursday, January 8 from 5pm with removal at 7pm to St Patrick’s Church, Elphin. Funeral Mass on Friday, January 9 at 11am. Marion will be laid to rest afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Funeral Mass may be viewed online HERE or listen locally on Church Radio 106.6FM. The Gillooly family are grateful for your support and prayers at this time.

Sr Brigid Reynolds, Finiskill, Mohill, Co Leitrim, N41 W258 / Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim / Ranelagh, Dublin

The death occurred peacefully at St Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, January 3, 2026 of Sr Brigid Reynolds, Marist Sisters, Cambridge Terrace, Ranelagh, Dublin and formerly of Finiskill, Mohill, Co Leitrim.

Pre-deceased by her parents Elizabeth and Patrick and her brother-in-law Pat Farrell. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sister Maura Farrell (Mohill), her brothers Joe (Scotland) Peter (Dublin) and Padraig (Mohill). Sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews and grand-nieces, her Marist Sisters, Fr Sean Healy and her work colleagues in Social Justice Ireland. May She Rest In Peace.

Sr. Brigid will repose at the Marist Convent Chapel, Carrick-on-Shannon on Tuesday, January 6 from 3pm until 5pm followed by evening prayer. Removal on Wednesday morning, January 7 to St Mary’s Church, Carrick-on-Shannon arriving for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon with burial afterwards in the Convent Cemetery. Marist Convent private outside of reposing times please. Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE.

Kevin Manix McAlister, Ronclai, Riversdale, Leitrim village, Co Leitrim, N41F294 / Crosshaven, Cork / Kildare

The death occurred peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 4, 2026 of Kevin Manix McAlister, Leitrim village and formerly of Langley BC. Canada, Kildare and Crosshaven, Co Cork. Predeceased by his son Jed, his parents Christina and Sean, and his brother Finbarr.

Sadly missed by his heartbroken wife Caroline, his daughter Elaine, his grandchildren, Aoibhean, Finn and Fiadh, his brothers and sisters, Maureen, Noreen, Cathal, Don and Brendan, his brother-in-law Dave (Liz) his nieces and nephews, Steven (Jennifer), Sinead (Emmet), Aisling (Glen), Jen (Grant), Katie, Jack, Oliver, Arthur, Harrison and Shay and all his good friends and neighbours. May Kevin Rest In Peace.

Kevin will repose at his home on Wednesday, January 7 from 4pm to 7pm. Removal from his home on Thursday, January 8 to St Joseph's Church, Leitrim village for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Drumshanbo New Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired, to Leitrim Animal Welfare, Drumkeeran.

June Elliott (née McNamara), Glasnevin, Dublin / Ballyleague, Roscommon / Nenagh, Tipperary

The death occurred peacefully, at the Mater Hospital and previously in the care of Anam Cara, Glasnevin in her 93rd year on Saturday, January 3, 2026 of June (Margaret) Elliott (née McNamara), Glasnevin, Dublin and formerly of Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Co Roscommon and Nenagh, Co Tipperary. 

Beloved wife of the late Frank. Sadly missed by her stepchildren, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her sister Frances, nieces, nephews, extended family, a wide circle of friends and former colleagues in Telecom Eireann. Predeceased by her brothers Morgan and George and her sister Sr. Clare. May she rest in peace.

Reposing in Lanigan’s Funeral Home, 21 Beaumont Road on Thursday, January 8 from 3pm to 5pm. Removal on Friday morning, January 9 to Our lady of Dolours Church, Glasnevin arriving for Funeral Mass at 10am, followed by Cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to The Mater Hospital Foundation HERE. The Mass for June can be viewed HERE. The Cremation Service can be viewed HERE. Cremation times may vary depending on availability in the crematorium. If you wish to view the live stream, it is advisable to access the webcam approximately 1.5 hours after the church start time.

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.