Deaths in Longford - Sunday, February 15, 2026

Niamh Garrahan, Clonbraney, Kenagh, Longford

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 14, 2026 of Niamh Garrahan, Clonbraney, Kenagh, Longford. 

Niamh will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, mother Mary, father Donal, brother Shane, boyfriend Ethan, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at her residence in Kenagh (N39 K584) on Monday, February 16 from 4pm until 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Tuesday,  February 17 in St Dominic’s Church, Kenagh at 12 noon. Interment afterwards in Kilcommock cemetery. Please note the family home is strictly private outside of the reposing times.

Vera Corrigan (née McNamee), Kiltybegs, Carriglass, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, February 15, 2026 of Vera Corrigan (née McNamee), Kiltybegs, Carriglass, Longford and formerly of Drinan, Ballymahon. 

Predeceased by her parents Jimmy and Tess. Vera will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her family, husband Atty, daughter Lorraine (Cork), son Dermot (London), sister Betty Holden (Monaghan), brothers Michael (England) and Jim (Rathfarnham), daughter-in-law Liane, son-in-law Philip, grandchildren Charlie, Alex, James and Finbarr, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Tuesday, February 17 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Wednesday, February 18 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11.00am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Longford Hospice, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. 

Gretta O'Brien (née Manning), Longford Road, Lanesboro, Longford / Ardee, Louth

The death occurred peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 of Gretta O'Brien (née Manning), Longford Road, Lanesboro, Co Longford and formerly Riverstown, Ardee, Co Louth. 

Deeply regretted by her family, Gretta (Gerard Iwanuk), Joe (Maureen), Conor (Rosaleen), Mary (Michael Lyons), Orla, Brian (Anna), her eleven grandchildren, three great grand children, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and staff and friends from O'Brien's Pharmacy. May Gretta Rest in Peace.

Reposing at her residence (Eircode N39 P268) Longford Road, Lanesboro on Monday, February 16 from 3pm to 8pm. Requiem Mass on Tuesday, February 17 at 1pm in St Mary's Church, Lanesboro followed by burial in Lanesboro Cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live HERE.  

Mary O'Connor, Artane, Dublin / Newtowncashel, Longford

The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on St Martin's Ward, Beaumont Hospital on Thursday, February 12, 2026 of Mary Frances O’Connor (née Fallon), late of Artane, Dublin, formerly of Cullentra, Newtowncashel, Co Longford. 

Beloved wife of John O’Connor and adored mam of Owen, Aisling, Sinéad and Katie, and now lovingly reunited with her beloved daughter Deirdre in heaven. Much loved granny of Oscar, Oliver, Owen, Hannah, Chloe, Jonathan and Tommy.

Mary will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband and children; her brother John Fallon and wife Geraldine Fallon; her in-laws Nina Hapnes and Darren Donnelly; her grandchildren her nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Mary was a devoted nurse, known for her kindness, compassion and the gentle care she showed to all who knew her. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Reposing at Jennings Funeral Home, Oscar Traynor Road Coolock, D17FK58 on Monday afternoon February 16 from 3pm to 5pm. Removal on Tuesday morning, February 17 to the Church of The Nativity Beaumont arriving for Funeral Mass at 10am followed by burial in Glasnevin Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be broadcast live HERE. 

Matthew Carrigy,  The Glebe, Multyfarnham, Westmeath / Streete, Westmeath

The death occurred peacefully in the tender care of the staff at Portiuncula Nursing Home, Multyfarnham on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 of Matthew (Matty) Carrigy, of The Glebe, Multyfarnham, and late of Garriskill, Streete, Co. Westmeath.

Matty will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by his family, sister Nancy, brother Tommy, sister-in-law, Angela, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May Matty rest in peace.

Reposing at Portiuncula Nursing Home Chapel on Tuesday, February 17 from 10:30am to 11:30am followed by removal to St Nicholas' Church, Multyfarnham for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial will take place in Aughafin Cemetery, Edgeworthstown, Co Longford. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live via the link here on Facebook. If you wish to leave a personal message which we will pass to the family, please use the Obituaries section at www.gilsenanfuneralhome.ie

Amelda Burke, Castlestrange, Athleague, Roscommon / Ballsbridge, Dublin

The death occurred peacefully in the devoted care of the staff at Thomond Lodge Nursing Home, Ballymahon on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 of Amelda Burke, Ballsbridge, Dublin and formerly of Castlestrange, Athleague, Co Roscommon.

She will be very sadly missed by her brother Jay (Jim) (Ballyleague), sister Anna Begley (Galway), sister-in-law Marie, nieces, nephews, extended family, former nursing colleagues and friends. Amelda is predeceased by her parents and by her brother and sister. May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Sunday, February 15 from 3.30pm until 5pm followed by removal to St Patrick’s Church, Athleague. Mass of the Resurrection on Monday morning, February 16 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Athleague Cemetery. Amelda’s Funeral Mass will be broadcast and can be viewed live at 11am on Monday, February 16 by CLICKING HERE.

Judy Pearse (née Orr), Delgany Wood, Delgany, Wicklow / Longford / Dublin

The death occurred at St Vincent's Hospital Elm Park on Monday, January 26, 2026 of Judy Pearse (née Orr) late of Delgany Wood, Delgany, Co Wicklow/ Longford/ Dublin. 

Predeceased by her beloved husband David, beautiful granddaughter Leah, dear brother David and her special cousin Sue. She will be sadly missed by her children Fiona, Shauna, Vanessa, Perrin and Garret, her sister Val, her many grandchildren, three sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, her brother-in-law, the extended family, neighbours and friends. A special word of thanks to the amazing staff in the Sugarloaf Care Centre, Kilmacanogue, who cared for Judy with compassion and kindness for the past fourteen months. 

A gathering to remember Judy will take place on Friday, February 20 at the Royal St George Yacht Club, Harbour Road, Dun Laoghaire commencing at 13.30. Friends and colleagues are warmly welcomed to attend and to share stories. Canapes and refreshments will be provided. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, can be made to Dogs Trust Ireland HERE, a charity really close to her heart. Donations in lieu of flowers to Dogs Trust in Memory of Judy Pearse (née Orr).

Maureen O'Neill (née Gorman), Longford town, Co Longford / Sligo

It's with deep sadness that we announce the death of our beloved mother, Maureen O' Neill, (nee Gorman), late of Townspark, Longford town, formerly of Ardagh, and Sligo, suddenly on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Longford Westmeath General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Pre-deceased by her son James, her husband Shamey, brothers and sisters. Maureen will be very sadly missed by her son Alan, daughters, Carol and Breda. Her son-in-law Phillip, her grandchildren, Trudy, Elaine, Aaron, Shane, and Colin. Her great-grandchildren Alex, Aoibh, Cassie, and Mikie. Also by her loving partner, John, her close friend Trish, and her many relatives and friends in Longford and Sligo.

Maureen was known for her kindness, gentle nature, and deep love for her family. She touched the lives of many with her warm heart and her positive outlook on life. Her memory will live on in all who knew her. 

In honour of Maureen's wishes, a private resomation has already taken place. A celebration of Maureen's life will take place in St Mel's Cathedral on Saturday, February 21 at 11am. No flowers, please.

George Bryson, Manchester and Buckley, Wales, and late of Drumbess, Cornafean, Arva, Co Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at Wrexham General Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 of George Samual Bryson, Manchester and Buckley, Wales and late of Drumbess, Cornafean, Arva, Co Cavan. 

Predeceased by his wife Florence and his sister Eva. Sadly missed by his sons John and David, daughters Karen and Sandra, son-in-law Mike, brothers Victor (Doreen), John (Susan), sister Frances (Noel), his adored grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and many friends. The funeral will be held in Manchester at a later date.

"Safe in God's Keeping". He spent many happy visits holidaying with his special niece Lorna and the Hamilton and Good Families in Cornafean, Arva, Co Cavan.