Deaths in the Leitrim area - Thursday, March 10, 2022

The following deaths have occurred in the wider Leitrim area:

Mary Gilhooly, Killeen, Dromahair, Leitrim

Gilhooly, Killeen, Dromahair, Co. Leitrim, in her 103rd year, Mary, peacefully in the exceptional care of the staff at St. Phelim’s Nursing Home, Dromahair, March 9th, 2022. Sadly missed by her nephews Joe Fowley (Dromahair), Terry and Harry (London) nieces Carol (London), Kathleen and Nancy (USA), relatives and friends. Reposing at Fowley’s Funeral Home (F91-VC52), Dromahair on Thursday, 10th March, from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Friday afternoon to St. Mary’s Church, Killenummery for Funeral Mass at 2pm. Burial immediately afterwards in Creevelea Abbey, Dromahair.

Ann Mc Loughlin, Aughrim, Mohill, Leitrim

Suddenly, at her home in Glasgow, on March 9th, 2022. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Margaret. Deeply missed by her sisters Mary, Bernadette, Deena, Carmel, Breege, her brother Padraig and beloved nieces and nephews.m Family flowers only. Funeral arrangements later.

Johnny Flynn, Lacoon, Glenfarne, Co. Leitrim

Johnny Flynn, Lacoon, Glenfarne, Co. Leitrim, peacefully, at Sligo University Hospital. Sadly missed by his brothers Michael and Cathal, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends. Funeral arrangements later.

Brendan McDonagh, Four-mile-house, Strokestown, Roscommon

Brendan McDonagh, Kingston upon Thames, London and formerly Four Mile House, Tully, Strokestown, Co Roscommon. Died Thursday, 17th February 2022, peacefully, in Kingston General Hospital, Kingston upon Tames. Son of the late Pat and Peggy McDonagh (R.I.P). Beloved father to Stephen (Una). Much loved grandfather to Chesney, Bethany, Dayna, and Deacon. Loving brother of Mary Day, Margaret O’Toole (Tom), Mick, Bridie Fitzgerald, Charlie (Evelyn) and Teresa McMunn (Patrick). Predeceased by his brothers Pat and James (R.I.P.). Brendan will repose at the home of his brother Charlie and sister-in-law Evelyn, on Friday, 11th March from 2pm untill 5pm (walk through only), until removal on Saturday morning at 11.30am to arrive at St Brigid’s Church, Ballinderry, Four Mile House, for 12 noon Requiem Mass. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Brendan will be dearly missed by his son, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.

Eugene McKiernan, Delgany, Wicklow / Greystones, Wicklow / Ballyconnell, Cavan

Eugene McKiernan, of Delgany, formerly of Greystones, Co. Wicklow & Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan. Passed away peacefully, on Friday the 4th of March 2022, surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his sister Breege. Sadly missed by his loving wife Gemma (née Heneghan) of 53 years, daughters Anne & Dee, sons Peter & John, son in law Declan & daughter in law Adriana, brothers Eamonn and Fr. Peter, sisters Milly (McGuinness) Ita (McManus), Sheila, brothers in law, sisters in law, relatives, neighbours and so many good friends from the Greystones / Delgany community, not forgetting his four legged pal Lucy. Evening prayer at 7pm Friday, March 11th 2022, in the Holy Rosary Church, Greystones. Funeral Mass on Saturday morning, March 12th, at 11am (which can be viewed on the following link https://gkpastoralarea.ie/online/) after which Eugene will be laid to rest in Redford Cemetery, Greystones.

Aidan Maxwell, Darrary, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Roscommon

Aidan Maxwell, Bristol, England and late of Darrary, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Roscommon, 27th February 2022 (peacefully) in Bristol surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents William and Mary, sister Mary Molloy (nee Maxwell). Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his heartbroken wife Delia, sons Brian and his wife Jane, Thomas and his wife Eve, Patrick and his partner Seah, daughters Helen, Tracy and her partner Stephen, grandchildren Joseph, Phoebe, Bear (Hugh), brother Michael (Darrary, Carrick-on-Shannon), sister Nancy (Dublin), nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his many friends in England and Ireland.

Aidan's funeral cortege will arrive at St. Michael's Church, Drumlion, on Monday, 14th March, for Mass of Christian Burial at 12 o'clock with funeral afterwards to Drumlion Cemetery. So as to keep everyone safe please refrain from hand shaking. The Maxwell family are very grateful for your support and understanding at this time.

Michael Sweeney, Brocklagh, Drumlish, Longford

Michael Sweeney (Ballyedmond, Clonberne, Co. Galway, latterly Brocklagh, Drumlish, Co. Longford, and Birmingham, England) died Sunday 13th February 2022 after a short illness. Predeceased by his beloved wife Kathleen (née Farrell). Michael will be sadly missed by his sons Michael, Liam, Dermot, Patrick, Brendan, daughter Ann, daughters-in-law Dawn and Joanna, grandchildren Mikie, Tomás, Eoin, Cormac and Eléonore, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, and his many good friends in Ireland, England and beyond. Reposing in Connell's Funeral Home, Church St, Longford, on Friday 11th March, from 10am to 11.30, for immediate family only, followed with removal to St. Mary's Church, Drumlish, for Requiem mass at 12 noon, burial afterwards in the New Cemetery. Family flowers only. Funeral mass can be viewed live on https://mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-marys-drumlish

John McEvilly, Lisheen, Strokestown, Roscommon / Athlone, Roscommon

Formerly of Birmingham, UK, and Cornafulla, Athlone. Following an accident, at University College Hospital Galway. Beloved husband of Doreen and loving father of Philip, Johnny, Damian and Caroline. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing wife and family, step-sons Darren and Damian, step daughter Caroline, grandchildren, sisters Anne, his twin sister Eileen, Bridget and Mary (all in the USA), brothers P.J., Tony and Walter (Birmingham), nephews, nieces, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. Reposing at McHugh's Funeral Home, Strokestown, on Thursday, 10th March, from 6pm to 8pm, followed by removal to Kiltrustan Church. Walk through only. Funeral Mass on Friday, March 11th, at 11am. Burial afterwards in Drum Cemetery, Athlone, to arrive at 2pm. 

May they all Rest in Peace.