Leitrim area deaths – Sunday, January 28

Mary Whitehead (née Egan), Cloonlurg, Ballymote, Sligo / Dromahair, Leitrim

Peacefully at Sligo University Hospital surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her husband Jim, her brothers John and Pat, and her sister Kathleen (Hogge). Sadly missed and fondly remembered by her sons John and James, daughters-in-law Catherine and Christine, grandchildren Vincent, Emily, Brendan, Jack and Fiona. Sadly missed also by her brother James Egan (Cliffoney) and sisters-in-law Kathleen and Janet, her brother-in-law John Hogge (Ballymote) nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Leo McGirl, Ratoath, Meath / Aughavas, Leitrim

The death has occurred of Leo McGirl of Ratoath, Co. Meath and Camber, Aughavas, Co. Leitrim. Peacefully in the loving care of Marymount Care Centre, Westmanstown, Co. Dublin. Pre-deceased by his devoted wife Rose and brother Charlie. Beloved father of Aine and Fergal and grandfather of Kate. Leo will be deeply mourned and sadly missed by his brother Pat, his son-in-law Joe and daughter-in-law Michelle. His generous nature, his loyalty and mischievous spirit will be lovingly remembered by all of his family, and by his wide circle of friends and neighbours.

Lynda (Martha) Curr (née Bystram), Allenbrook, Drumshanbo, Leitrim

The death has occurred of Lynda (Martha) Curr of Allenbrook, Drumshanbo Co Leitrim, formerly of Shearwater, Woking, Surry, England. My wife Lynda (Martha) was from a large wonderful family (Bystram) too extensive to name here, they all loved her dearly and will miss her as long as they live on. Sadly missed by her husband, Robert (Bob) and her two children, Stephen (Alfie), and Hannah. Seven grandchildren, Joseph, Luca, Finn, Taeya, Sunee, Felix and Laila. We are all lost for words to say how much she will be missed.

May their gentle souls Rest in Peace.