Deaths in Longford - Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Fiacc Russell, Rossan, Aughavas, Leitrim / Ballinamuck, Co Longford

The death occurred unexpectedly on Sunday, April 12, 2026 of Fiacc Russell of Lakeview, Rossan, Aughavas, Co Leitrim / Ballinamuck, Co Longford.

Predeceased by his grandmother Terry Russell. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his heartbroken parents Eamon and Ciar, his loving brothers Donnacha and Tadhg, grandparents Lorcan and Adair Maher and Eamonn Russell, aunts Kyle, Cliona and Aisling, cousins, extended family, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May Fiacc Rest in Peace.

Fiacc will repose at his family home on Wednesday, April 15 from 3pm - 5pm for family and friends. House private outside of reposing times please. Remains to arrive at St Patrick's Church, Ballinamuck on Thursday, April 16 for sService at 12 noon which will be streamed live HERE. Burial afterwards in Ballinamuck New Cemetery.

The Russell family appreciate the sympathy, help and support shown to them during this sad and difficult time.

Rosemary Slattery (née Reynolds), Grange South, Mullingar, Co Westmeath / Lanesboro, Co Longford

The death occurred at her home in Grange South, Mullingar, Co Westmeath, surrounded by her loving and devoted husband John and her caring sisters on Saturday, April 11, 2026 of Rosemary Slattery (née Reynolds) Grange South, Mullingar, Co Westmeath.

Predeceased by her parents Thomas and Mary Kate Reynolds (Née Bannon), her brothers Brendan, Seán, Jim and Mossie, her sisters-in-law Mary and Kathleen, her brothers-in-law Patsy, John, and her nephew James.

Rosemary will be very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her beloved husband John, her brother Fr. Kevin MHM (Castlerea), her sisters Eileen Slattery (New York), Ann Madden (Cappamore) and Teresa Redfearn (Watford), her brothers-in-law Tom Madden and Malcom Redfearn, her sisters-in-law Rita, Mary and Ita, her nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Rosemary's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Gilsenan's Funeral Home, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath (N91 K660) on Tuesday, April 14 from 7pm to 8.30pm. Rosemary's Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11am on Wednesday, April 15 at the Church of the Little Flower & Our Lady of Good Counsel, Brotenstown, Mullingar (N91 YC89) followed by burial at Granlahan Cemetery, Ballinlough, Co. Roscommon. House private please. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu, to the Irish Cancer Society.

Breege (Breda) Kilbride, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3, Dublin / Granard, Co Longford

The death occurred peacefully, at her home in Clonliffe Road, surrounded by her family and carers on Sunday, April 12, 2026 of Breege (Breda) Kilbride (retired RGN), Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3 and formerly of Cartron, Granard, Co Longford.

Pre-deceased by her parents, Tom and Mary Kilbride, her brothers, Sean, Seamus, Paddy, Joseph, and, recently, by her sister, Maura Kilbride Harkin. Breege will be sadly missed by her sisters Margaret (Sr Roberta, Presentation Order) and Bernadette (McGovern), her brothers Thomas and Michael, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, her dedicated team of carers, close friends and neighbours.

A Mass for Breege will be celebrated in the Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Fairview, (D03 E165) at 1pm on Tuesday, April 14 (mass in Fairview can be viewed HERE) followed by removal to St Mary’s Church, Granard (N39 XY46), arriving at 6pm. Funeral Mass, which can be viewed HERE, will take place on Wednesday, April 15 in St Mary’s Church, Granard at 11am, with burial afterwards in Granardkille Cemetery. House private please.

Family flowers only. Donations please to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland via the link HERE or donation boxes at the churches. For all enquiries, please contact Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors on (045) 868230.

Paddy Madden, Park Road, Longford Town, Longford / Armagh

The death occurred peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 10, 2026 of Paddy Madden, Park Road, Longford and formerly of Portadown, Co Armagh.

Pre-deceased by his parents Thomas and Veronica, sisters Elica and Joan, brother Eamon, son Rory, partner Denise and by his step-daughter Yvonne. Paddy will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, daughters Sinéad (Kilmeade), Orla and Simone, son Colm, sister Yvonne, Marian, Stephanie and Irene, brothers Denis, Fergal, Phelim and Thomas, grandchildren Deane, Jade, Gavin, Rory, Cora, Kyle, Abbie, Cian, Mia, Callum, Flynn and Bría, sons-in-law Eoin, Martin and Ben, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Tuesday, April 14 from 6pm concluding with prayers at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Wednesday, April 15 in St Mel’s Cathedral at 11am, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live please go to www.longfordparish.com

Family flowers only please donations if desired to Longford Hospice, c/o Glennon Funeral Directors or any family member. House private please. Always loved , never forgotten.

Michael Gildea, Drumrahill, Mohill, Co Leitrim, N41 WF54

The sudden and unexpected death occurred on Monday, April 13, 2026 of Michael Gildea, Drumrahill, Mohill, Co Leitrim (N41WF54).Predeceased by his beloved parents, James and Maria Gildea, Michael’s passing has brought profound shock and sadness to all who knew and loved him. Devoted husband of Eileen (née Doherty), father to Dónal, Eva, Aidan, Áine and Seán.

A cherished and adored grandfather, he will be forever loved and deeply missed by his treasured grandchildren Ellie, Emily, Alice, Tiernan, Niamh, Chloe, Farrah, CJ, Maeve and Clodagh, who brought him endless joy. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his sons-in-law Shane Brosnan (Eva) and Conor Beirne (Áine), and by his children’s partners Keara Geary (Dónal) and Aileen Rinn (Seán). Michael is deeply mourned by his loving sisters and brothers: Marguerite Roche (Australia), Mary Lewis (Laois), Kathleen Purtill (Dublin), Jim Gildea (Dublin), John Gildea (Australia) ,Theresa Gildea (Australia) and Eileen Howard (America).

He will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family, kind neighbours and a wide circle of loyal friends. Michael will be remembered for his warmth, kindness, gentle nature. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Reposing at his residence (N41WF54) on Thursday, April 16 from 3pm until 8pm. House private please outside of reposing times. ** Please Note** One way system will be in operation, enter via Mohill to Carrick road on (L3448) and exit via Keshcarrigan road. Removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Mohill on Friday, April 17 to arrive at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday, April 18 at 1pm, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Michael's Funeral Mass may be viewed HERE. 

Family flowers only donations if desired to North West STOP. Michael's family wish to thank you for your understanding at this sad and difficult time. 

Stanley (Stan) Ferguson, Bray, Wicklow / Blackrock, Dublin / Drumsna, Leitrim

The death occurred peacefully in his 97th year on Thursday, April 9, 2026 of Stanley (Stan) Ferguson of Bray, Co. Wicklow and formerly of Blackrock, Co. Dublin and Drumsna, Co. Leitrim.

Predeceased by his brothers Keith, Cecil, Artie and David, and brother-in-law David Galloway. Deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his beloved wife and best friend of 66years, Jean, adored children Randal, Karen and Aisling, their partners Deirdre and Alan, cherished grandchildren Jamie, Katelyn, Kerry, Megan, Ian and Jasmin, sisters-in-law Janet, Zeta and Val, extended family and friends.

A Gathering will take place at Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray on Tuesday, April 14 from 5pm to 7.00pm. A Funeral Service and Celebration of Life will take place in Dun Laoghaire Methodist Church, Northumberland Avenue on Wednesday, April 15 at 11am, followed by cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Break Through Cancer Research in Memory of Stanley (Stan) Ferguson.

Brendan Galligan, Rathcolman, Mullingar, Westmeath / Mullahoran, Cavan

The death occurred peacefully at home, after a short illness on Sunday, April 12, 2026 of Brendan Galligan Rathcolman, Mullingar, Co Westmeath/ Mullahoran, Co Cavan. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Connie, his son Colin and daughters Sarah and Karen, his daughter-in-law Nicola, son-in-law Brian, his adored granddaughters Grace and Blossom, grandsons Ben, Billy and Teddy, his sisters-in-law. brothers-in-law, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his siblings Mary T, Bridie, Con, James and Thomas. Predeceased by his brother Peter and sister Sr. Margaret.Brendan will be greatly missed by his former teaching colleagues at Coláiste Mhuire, his work colleagues at Mullingar Travel, and his friends in the Rotary Club, Mullingar. May He Rest in Peace.​​

Reposing at Gilsenan’s Funeral Home, Mullingar (N91 K660) on Tuesday, April 14 from 3pm concluding with prayers at 6pm and followed by removal to the Cathedral of Christ the King arriving at 6.30pm. Brendan’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday April 15, 2026 at 1.30pm. Burial afterwards in Walshestown Cemetery. In paradisum deducant te angeli.

John Pat Moran, Kiltybarden, Aughnasheelin, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, N41 DE22

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, April 12, 2026 of John Pat Moran Kiltybarden, Aughnasheelin, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim. D41DE22

Predeceased by his wife Annie Kate, his parents and sisters, Sr. Mary, Rose, Josephine and Tessie. Deeply regretted by his daughters Yvonne and Caroline, sons Declan and Adrian, grandchildren Hailey, Cormac, Lindel, Killian and Grace, sister Eilish, (Sligo) daughters in law Antoinette and Colleen, son in law Jim, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing in his home on Tuesday evening, April 14 from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 15 at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church, Aughnasheelin.

Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private at all other times for family, neighbours and close friends. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired to North West Hospice. Funeral Mass can be viewed live by clicking on the following link HERE.