Deaths in Longford - Saturday, January 10, 2026

Maura Kilbride-Harkin, Cartron, Granard, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Maura Kilbride-Harkin, Cartron, Granard, Longford, former Longford County Councillor, Granard Town Councillor and Peace Commissioner.

Predeceased by her husband Michael, father Senator Tom Kilbride, mother Mary Jo and brothers Sean, Seamus, Paddy and Joseph. Maura will be sadly missed by her heartbroken family, sons Michéal, Thomas, J.P and Brian, daughters Maureen, Marguerite, Paula and Breda, daughters-in-law Catherine, Eilish and Kim, sons-in-law Anthony, Paddy and Patrick, sisters Bríd, Sr Roberta and Bernadette (McGovern), brothers Thomas and Michael, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, her wonderful grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Removal to St Mary’s Church, Granard on Monday, January 12 arriving at 5pm. Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday,  January 13 in St Mary’s Church, Granard at 1pm with burial afterwards in Granardkille Cemetery. Family flowers only. House Strictly Private.

Owen Johnston, Killashee, Longford / Louth

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff at Roscommon Hospice, following a short illness bravely borne with great courage and determination on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Owen Johnston, Tarmonbarry, Co Roscommon and Clonbrock, Killashee, Co Longford and formerly of Proleek, Ravensdale, Dundalk, Co Louth. 

Predeceased by his parents Mary and Owen, brother-in-law Ian and by his father-in-law PJ. Owen will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Rosemary (née Killian), sisters Barbara and Colette, brothers Pat, David, Maurice and Mark, mother-in-law Rita, sisters-in-law Jane, Anne, Eileen, Elaine, Gráinne, Carol and Clodagh, brothers-in-law Phil, Thomas, Michael, Joe and Michael, nieces , nephews, relatives, many good friends, neighbours and work colleagues at ABP Clones. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road, Longford (N39 EC81) on Sunday, January 11 from 2pm concluding with prayers at 5pm. Mass of the Resurrection in St Patrick’s Church, Killashee on Monday, January 12 at 12 noon, interment afterwards in Ballinakill cemetery. House strictly private please. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Roscommon Hospice HERE. 

Elizabeth (Lily) Dooner (née Banks), Ennybegs, Killoe, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at her residence surrounded by her family on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Elizabeth (Lily) Dooner (nee Banks), Ennybegs, Longford and formerly of Derrycasson, Mullinalaghta. 

Predeceased by her husband Michael (Mikey), parents John and Rose Banks, sister Mary, infant sister RoseAnne and by her brothers Tommy, John and Packie. Lily will be sadly missed and forever remembered by her daughters Regina, Patricia Connerton and Caroline Brady (Tulsk), sons Michael, Sean and Kevin, daughters-in-law Marie and Sandra, sons-in-law Padraig and Eddie, adored grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road, Longford (N39 EC81) on Sunday, January 11 from 7pm concluding with prayers at 9pm. Mass of the Resurrection in St Mary’s Church, Ennybegs (N39 AH01) on Monday, January 12 at 12noon and following Mass Lily will be laid to rest in Aughaboy Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. House strictly private to family at all time please. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Longford Hospice c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.

Patsy McHugh (née McGuire), Templemichael Glebe, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home surrounded by her family on Saturday, January 10, 2026 of Patsy McHugh (née McGuire), Templemichael Glebe, Longford Town, Longford. 

Predeceased by her beloved son Ciarán and by her brother Jody. Patsy will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, dear husband Jimmy, daughters Carmel and Cora, granddaughter Catherine, sister Peggy, brother Jimmy, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at her residence at Templemichael Glebe (N39 T2C5) on Monday, January 12 from 4pm until 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection in St Mel’s Cathedral at 1pm on Tuesday, January 13, interment afterwards in Carrickedmond cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Laurel Lodge Patient Comfort fund, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member.

Marie Burns, Teffia Park, Longford Town, Longford / Dublin

The death occurred peacefully in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Marie Burns, Dublin and Teffia Park, Longford. 

Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Elizabeth and by her brother Con. Marie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, son Cian and his father Ali, sisters Teresa Gillen (Malahide), Elsie Cooney (Portmarnock) and Pauline O’Hara (Coralstown, Mullingar), brothers Pauric (Longford) and Charlie (London), brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Removal to St Mel’s Cathedral on Tuesday, January 13 to arrive for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am, followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 3pm. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. No flowers please, donations if desired to Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross.

The Family would like to thank most sincerely the staff of St James’s Hospital, St Luke’s Hospital and Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross for their care and kindness to Marie.

Nancy (Ann Marie) Mortell (née McLynn), Woodlands, Mullingar, Westmeath / Ballymahon, Longford

The death occurred peacefully but unexpectedly in her 84th year surrounded by her loving and devoted family and in the excellent care of the staff at ICU Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Nancy (Ann Marie) Mortell (née McLynn) - Woodlands, Mullingar, Co Westmeath and formerly of Darogue, Ballymahon, Co Longford and London, England. 

Nancy will be forever missed by her heartbroken daughter and best friend June, devoted son Don and her adored granddaughter Aisling who were the centre of her world. Sadly missed by her son-in-law Robin, grandson-in-law Michael, her loving sisters Peggy Coplen, Liz Hanley and Kathleen Feeney, her brother Johnny, best friend Ellen, cherished goddaughter Imelda and her faithful companion Coco. Fondly remembered by her sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends.

Predeceased and now reunited with her beloved and devoted big brother Paddy, baby brother Bobby, her parents John and Maria and brother-in-law Matty. May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace. 

Reposing at Newbrook Nursing Home Chapel (N91 D232) on Monday morning, January 12 from 9.30am followed by Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in Shrule Cemetery, Ballymahon.(N39 R2V5). Family flowers only please, donations in Nancy’s memory to Friends of Regional Hospital Mullingar. House private please.

“Our hearts are broken beyond words. Life will never be the same without you, Mam, Nana, Nancy. We don’t know how to be in a world that doesn’t have you in it — we just know we love you forever.”

Annette McDonald (née Quinn), Knockahaw, Dublin Road, Longford Town, Longford

The death occurred Peacefully surrounded by her family in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home on Saturday, January 10, 2026 of Annette McDonald (née Quinn), Knockahaw, Dublin Road, Longford Town, Longford. 

Predeceased by her husband Joey and by her brothers Noel, Paschal and Fr Seán. Annette will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, daughters Marie and Anne, son-in-law Kevin, brothers Eamon and Frank, sisters-in-law Patsy and Maureen, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Removal on Wednesday, January 14 to arrive at St Mel’s Cathedral for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please donations if desired to St.Christophers Services, Longford, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please.

Mary Kate McGrath (née Corrigan), Parkplace, Colehill, Longford / Newtownforbes, Longford

The death occurred peacefully in the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Mary Kate McGrath (née Corrigan), Parkplace, Colehill, Longford and formerly Barramore, Drumlish and Ballykenny, Newtownforbes. 

Predeceased by her husband John, her twin brother Francis and her parents Frank and Mary. Mary Kate will be sadly missed by her heartbroken family, sons and daughters, Frank, Elizabeth, James and Rita. Her sons-in-law James Irving and Mark O'Reilly, daughter-in-law Amanda (Grehan), her adored grandchildren Mark, Shawn, Dillon and Cooper, her relatives and wonderful friends and neighbours. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis. 

Reposing in the sacred heart church Carrickedmond on Tuesday, January 13 from 6pm until 8pm followed by prayers. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, January 14 at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired HERE. House private please.

The family wish to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to all the staff in Medical 3 Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar and the carers who looked after Mary Kate so attentively at home. 

Joe Blake, Tonywarden, Granard, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully at Mullingar Regional Hospital on Thursday, January 8, 2026 of Joe Blake, Tonywarden, Granard, Co Longford.

Pre-deceased by his parents Pat and Enda. Beloved husband of Kathleen and much loved father of Teresa, Padraig and Edna. Joe will be sadly missed and always remembered by his loving wife and family, his sisters Sr Teresita, Josie, Mai and Kathleen, brother Matty, his adored grandsons James and Cathal, daughter-in-law Anne-Marie, son-in-law Shay, sisters-in-law Hannah and Mary, brothers-in-law Ted, Denis, Barney and Pat, nieces, nephews, relatives, many good friends and dear neighbours. May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home Barrack St. Granard (N39AX97) on Saturday, January 10 from 6pm to 8pm. Removal to St Mary’s Church, Granard on Sunday, January 11 for Funeral Mass at 2pm followed by burial in Granardkille Cemetery. House strictly private please. Funeral Mass can be viewed HERE. 

Annie Thompson (née Dunne), Auaghaboy, Killoe, Longford / Mountbolus, Offaly

The death occurred peacefully at the Midlands Regional Hospital, Tullamore on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 of Annie Thompson (née Dunne), Auaghaboy, Killoe, Longford and formerly Ballaghderry, Mountbolus, Co Offaly. 

Predeceased by her husband Johnny, her parents John and Kathleen Dunne, sisters Lil Leonard (Blueball) and Sr. Magdalene Mary Dunne (USA), her brother-in-law Joe Leonard (Blueball). Sadly missed by her brother Tom, sister Kathleen Scully (Blueball), brother-in-law Paddy Scully, nephews, nieces, neighbours, relatives and friends. May She Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Lawless' Funeral Home, Mucklagh Village on Friday, January 9, 2026 from 4pm until 6pm. Funeral arriving for Requiem Mass on Saturday, January 10, 2026 in St Mary's Church, Ennybegs, Killoe, Co Longford at 2pm. Burial afterwards in St Emer's Cemetery, Ballinalee, Co Longford. Private messages of condolence can be left for the family on Lawless Funerals Website HERE. Mass can be viewed live on Killoe Webcam HERE.

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.

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.

Anna Brady (née Magee), 1 Barley Fields, Carrigallen, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully, after a long illness bravely borne, in the loving care of her family and the dedicated staff in Cavan General Hospital on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Anna Brady (née Magee), 1 Barley Fields, Carrigallen, Leitrim. 

Predeceased by her daughter Kelly. Anna will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband Thias, her beloved daughters Tara, Laura and Sarah, sisters and brothers, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Anna’s Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing at her residence, 1 Barley Fields (H12DV58), Carrigallen, on Sunday, January 11 from 3pm until 6pm. Removal from her home on Monday, January 12 to St Mary’s Church, Carrigallen, for Funeral Mass at 2:30pm, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. 

Michael Hackett, Church Street, Carrigallen, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully, in the loving care of the staff at Cavan General Hospital, after a long illness bravely borne on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Michael Hackett, Church Street, Carrigallen, Leitrim. 

Predeceased by his father Michael and his mother Christina. Michael will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his devoted wife Cabrini, his son Brian (Caitríona), his daughter Tina (Joe), his sisters Mary Doherty (Paddy) and Noeleen Grimes (Mel), his brother Raymond (Joan) his adored granddaughters Éabha and Holleigh, extended family, neighbours, and his many friends.

Reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home & Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan (H12 RF78) on Sunday, January 11 from 3pm to 5pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, January 12 at 12noon in St Mary’s Church, Carrigallen, Co Leitrim (H12 AK84), followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live HERE. House strictly private. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, in lieu to the Renal Dialysis Unit, Cavan General Hospital.

Very Rev Fr Phil Brady, Creighan, Cavan Town / Bruskey, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 of Very Rev Fr Phil Brady, Creighan, Cavan Town and late of Legwee Bridge, Bruskey, Cavan. Late Priest of the Diocese of Kilmore.

Predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Roseanne Brady, infant sister Teresa, sisters Margaret Mollahan and Rosie Galligan, brother Ned, aunt Molly, brother in law Michael Tully and nephew James Tully.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his sister Maryann Tully and brothers John (Pat), Paddy (Lily), Monsignor James Brady and Hughie (Maggie), brothers in law Phil Galligan and John Mollahan and sister in Law Kathleen Brady, nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, great grand nieces and great grand nephews, Bishop Martin Hayes, Bishop Emeritus Leo O’Reilly, brother priests, former parishioners and his many good friends. May Fr Phil’s gentle soul Rest in Peace. Requiescat in Pace.

Reposing at the home of his nephew Padraig Brady, Legwee bridge, Bruskey, (H12XE97) on Thursday, January 8 from 5pm to 8pm for family, neighbours and close friends. Reposing in St Mary’s Church, Bruskey, Ballinagh, Cavan (H12XO67) on Friday, January 9 from 6pm to 9pm. Requiem Mass on Saturday, January 10 in St Mary’s Church, Bruskey at 12 noon, with interment afterwards in the church grounds. Fr Phil's Funeral Mass can be viewed by clicking HERE. 

Madeline Kelly (née McDermott), Ballincolloo, Bruff, Limerick, V354YP08 / Strokestown, Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at University Hospital Limerick surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, January 8, 2026 of Madeline Kelly (née McDermott), Crodaun House, Ballincolloo, Bruff, Co Limerick and formerly of Twin Oaks B&B, Dublin Road, Limerick and Strokestown, Co Roscommon.

Predeceased by her husband Patsy. Dearly loved mother of Gary, Suzanne and Therese. Sadly missed by her loving daughter in law Monica, sons in law Micheál and Steven, her cherished grandchildren Eilish (and her husband Declan), Sarah, Paddy and Luke, great granddaughter Cliona, brothers in law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.

Madeline will be reposing at her son Gary's residence in Bruff, Co. Limerick (V35YP08) on Friday, January 9 from 5pm. Funeral cortége arriving at St Patrick's Church, Lough Gur, Bruff, Co Limerick for requiem mass at 12 noon on Saturday, January 10. Cremation service will take place at Shannon crematorium on Sunday, January 11 at 2pm. May Madeleine's Gentle Soul Rest In Peace. Donations in lieu of flowers to Asthma Society of Ireland in Memory of Madeline Kelly (née McDermott).

Oliver Lannon, Clooneragh, Strokestown, Co Roscommon

The death occurred peacefully at Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe on Friday, January 9, 2026 of Oliver Lannon, Clooneragh, Strokestown, Co Roscommon. 

He will be sadly missed by his nieces & nephews, Ursula, Andrew, Adrian & Sandra, grandnephews & grandnieces, Jack, Caoimhe, Caolan, Fionn & Donnacha, sister-in-law Patsy, relatives, neighbours and friends. Oliver is predeceased by his parents Thomas & Mary Kate and more recently by his brother Andy. Rest In Peace.

Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown on Sunday, January 11 from 4pm followed by removal at 5.30pm to St Mary's Church, Carniska, to arrive for 6pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, January 12 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu of, may be made to Roscommon Hospice by clicking HERE.

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 (Ciaran), Fiona (Stephen), Breda, Katie, Matt (Sarah), Cathal (Lorraine) and Thomas (Shauna). 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.

Reposing at his home (H12 AD80) on Monday, January 12 and Tuesday, January 13 from 5pm - 8pm both evenings. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, January 14 in St Joseph`s Church, Drumkilly, at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

A shuttle bus will operate from St Joseph`s Church, Drumkilly, carpark (A82 VO49) to the Keaney family home on both evenings. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust HERE.