Bereavement Notices

Details of those who have sadly passed away in our community. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a ainm.

Margaret Clarke (née Fisher)

Woodview, Bailieborough, Cavan

3rd Dec 2021, peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital.

Predeceased by her husband Aiden.

Sadly missed by her daughter Denise, sons David, Keneth and Gordon, sister Eva, brothers Roy and Nevie, grandchildren Katie and Taylor, daughter in law Cathy, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Resting at Clarke's funeral home on Sunday from 5pm to 6pm.

Removal on Monday at 1.45pm, to arrive at Trinity Presbyterian Church for funeral service at 2pm.

Burial afterwards in Urcher graveyard.

Family flowers only please, donations, in lieu, to Irish Kidney Association, donations can be made via link www.ika.ie

Please adhere to current government Covid guidelines.

House Strictly Private, please.

Margaret Farrelly (née Brady)

Drumalee, Belturbet, Cavan

Saturday, December 4th, 2021, peacefully, in the loving care of her family and the staff at Esker Lodge Nursing Home, Cavan.

Predeceased by her husband Gerry McGuigan, Sugarloaf, Belturbet and her 2nd husband Seamus Farrelly, Drumalee, Belturbet.

Margaret will be very sadly missed by her son Garry McGuigan, Sugarloaf, Belturbet, her daughter Denise Halligan, Athlone, daughter in law Margaret, son in law Eddie, stepson Tommy, her adored grandchildren Paul, Rachel, Mark and Grace, sister Tessie, brother-in-law Donal, sister-in-law Trish, nephews, nieces, all her relatives and many friends.

Margaret's Funeral will arrive to The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Belturbet, on Monday 6th Dec, for 12 noon Mass of the Resurrection, Via Gannon’s Cross and Drumalee.

Following Mass, the cortege will proceed to St. Mary’s cemetery, Staghall, for committal prayers and burial.

Government and HSE Covid advice will apply with no hugs or hand shakes, masks to be worn and social distancing to be observed.

The family would like to thank each of you for your co- operation, understanding and patience at this difficult time.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on mcnmedia.tv/camera/belturbet-church

House strictly private please.

Andrew (Andy) McCabe

Cormey, Kingscourt, Cavan / Crosserlough, Cavan

**Arrangements have changed**

Peacefully & surrounded by his loving family, 4th December 2021.

Predeceased by his wife Bridie, parents Josie & Julia, brothers Seamy, Donnie & Mickey, sisters Kathy & Eileen and his grandson Ryan.

Deeply regretted by his daughters Carmel, Breda and Andrea, sons Damien, Drew, Ronan, Neil, Colin and Keith.

Sadly missed by his sisters Sheila, Marion, Anna & Geraldine, brothers P.V. & Gene, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Andy’s Funeral Mass will take place at 10am in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt on Tuesday, 7th December with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Andy’s Funeral Mass will be available to view online on the following link; www.kingscourtparish.ie

Andy's funeral cortège will begin from his home on Tuesday morning, travelling directly to the Church of the Immaculate Conception via Hall Street/ Kells Road from 9.30 am.

Neighbours and friends are very welcome to line that route in a safe and socially distanced manner as a mark of respect.

Private messages of condolences or enquiries can be sent to colm@kieranbros.ie.

Kathleen O'Reilly (née Donohue)

Drumersnaw, Lisney, Loughduff, Cavan

4th December unexpectedly but peacefully surrounded by her loving family and the staff of medical 1 at the General Hospital Cavan.

Predeceased by her husband Jimmy.

Sadly missed by her family Maria, Thomas, Ursula, son in law Noel, special Nanny to her precious grandchildren Maeve, Cara, Tom and Liam, her sisters Eileen Maguire, Arva and Hannah Farrelly, Gortermone, brothers in law, nieces and extended family, friends and neighbours.

Reposing at Reilly's Funeral Home Kilcogy Village on Sunday from 4p.m. with prayers at 6p.m. Removal from her home on Monday morning arriving St. Joseph's Church, Loughduff for Funeral Mass at 12 noon.Link: (https://vimeo.com/653263195

Cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

House strictly private at all times please.

No flowers please.

Catherine (Kay) Rush

Kilmore, Willows, Ballyjamesduff, Cavan / Dublin

Saturday December 4th, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital.

Pre-deceased by her Beloved husband and best friend Brian.

Devoted mother of Karen and Mark. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving children, son-in-law Jason, daughter-in-law Elaine, her adored grandchildren Kian, Connor, Jamie, Callum, Natasha & Noah, sister Joan, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Removal from Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan on Monday morning at 11.30am to St Joseph’s Church, Ballyjamesduff, to arrive for requiem Mass at 12.00 noon followed by cremation service in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan.

Webcam link: www.churchtv.ie/ballyjamesduff

Frances Monahan (née Connaughton)

Ballinagall, Granard, Longford / Oldcastle, Meath

Peacefully, at her home, on 3rd December, 2021.

Predeceased by her dear husband Richard. Loving mother of Helen and Claire.

Frances will be deeply missed by her heartbroken family, brothers Sean, Alo, Brendan and Finian, sons-in-law Francesco and Fintan, grandchildren Charlotte and Cian, sister-in-law Geraldine, brother-in-law Noel, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Granard, on Monday the 6th from 5pm to 7pm adhering to all social distancing guidelines and Covid 19 regulations.

Funeral Mass on Tuesday, 7th of December, at St Mary’s Church, Granard, at 12 noon, followed by Christian burial in Granardkille Cemetery.

Funeral cortège will leave Smith’s Funeral Home at Barrack St., Granard, on Tuesday morning at 11.45am on route to St Mary’s Church, for anybody who wishes to stand along the route as a mark of respect.

Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to the Mater Foundation.

Frances’ family would like for those who knew her to light a candle or say a prayer for Frances in the coming days.

House private please

Frances’ Funeral Mass can be viewed on this link: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-marys-church-granard

Brian Murray

Maryfield Nursing Home Athenry, Galway and formerly Clonfin,Ballinalee and, Abbeylara, Longford

Peacefully, at Maryfield Nursing Home.

Predeceased by his wife Lily and son Frankie.

Sadly missed by his sons Bernie, Michael and John, daughters Chrissy and Mary and their partners, daughters-in law, grandsons, granddaughters, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Granard, on Sunday the 5th of December, from 5pm to 7pm, adhering to all social distancing guidelines and Covid 19 regulations.

Funeral Mass on Monday, 6th of December, at St Mary’s Church, Granard, at 12 noon followed by Christian burial in Granardkille Cemetery.

Funeral cortège will leave Smith’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Granard, on Monday morning at 11.45am on route to St Mary’s Church, for anybody who wishes to stand along the route as a mark of respect.

Brian’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on this link: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-marys-church-granard

Patrick (Paddy) Briody

Bellaney Cross, Moylagh, Oldcastle, Meath

Patrick (Paddy) Briody, Bellaney Cross, Moylagh, Oldcastle Co. Meath, in his 90th year.

Died peacefully on 4th December 2021 in the excellent care of the staff in Mullingar General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his parents Barney and Mary, brothers Mick and Barney. Sadly missed by his loving wife Olive, daughter Marie, sons Colm and Noel, grandchildren Brian, Darren and Caitlin, son in law Peter, daughters in law Martina and Susan, sister in law Lilly and brother in law Connie, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Gibneys Funeral Home, Oldcastle on Monday from 4pm - 8pm. Funeral Mass at 12 noon on Tuesday in St. Mary's Church Moylagh, followed by burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Please adhere to current Government/HSE COVID guidelines.

James (Jimmy) O'Connell

18 Main Street, Kenmare, Kerry / Kells, Meath

James (Jimmy) O'Connell, (18 Main Street, Kenmare, Co Kerry and formerly of Castlekieran, Carnaross, Kells, Co Meath).

On the 3rd of December 2021, James (Jimmy) passed away peacefully in the tender care of the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital Kerry and in the presence of his loving family.

Beloved husband of the late Mary C.C. (nee O'Sullivan).

Loving father of Micheál, John Joe, Miriam and Céline, adoring grandfather of Ciara, Laura, Liam, Ciarán, Rory and Katie.

Sadly missed and dearly loved by his sons, daughters, grandchildren, sister Maureen, daughters-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Reposing at O'Connor's Funeral Home Kenmare on Sunday evening (December 5th) from 5.00pm to 6.30pm for family and close friends.

Removal on Monday morning (December 6th) from O'Connor's Funeral Home to Holy Cross Church, Kenmare for 11.00am Requiem Mass which will be live streamed on www.kenmareparish.com MASS (live streaming) followed by burial in the Old Kenmare Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Palliative Care Unit University Hospital Kerry.

(All those attending Funeral Services are asked to respect social distancing guidelines).

Nancy McHugh (née Boyle)

Magheross & formerly Main Street, Carrickmacross, Monaghan

4th December 2021. In her 92nd year.

Peacefully at her daughter Bernadette & son-in-law John's home, surrounded by her beloved family. Predeceased by her husband John, her parents Tommy & Kathleen & her brother James.

Sadly missed and remembered with love by her family; Mary, Michael, Ann (O'Reilly) Catherine, Bernadette (Bernie Browne), Bernice & Laura, her sons-in-law Eamon, Tom, John & Joe, Catherine's partner Dermot & Bernice's partner Ger, her daughter-in-law Julie, her adored grandchildren Sinéad, Ciara, Aoibhín, Rose, Serena, Katie, John, Conor, Eoghan, Ava, Joe & Liam, her brothers Tom, Michael, Paddy & Martin, her sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends & neighbours.

Nancy will repose at Lonergan Funeral Directors Funeral Home, among family & close friends, on Friday, 10th December from 5pm until 8pm.

Please adhere to continued HSE & government guidelines, wear face coverings & observe social distancing.

Nancy's funeral cortège will leave Lonergan Funeral Directors Funeral Home on Saturday, 11th December, at 10:45am, proceeding on foot to St. Joseph's Church, Carrickmacross for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Carrickmacross.

To view the Funeral Mass via the webcam click on the link carrickmacrossparish.ie

No flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, to The Alzheimer Society of Ireland via donation box or directly to alzheimer.ie/get-involved/become-a-friend-support-asi/donate/

Thomas (Tommy) Reilly

28 Beechgrove, Clones, Monaghan

Tommy passed away, unexpectedly at home, Friday 3rd December.

Beloved husband of Helen and adored father of Marie (Declan), Damian (Angela), Tina (Johnny), Angela (Niall), Michael (Valerie), Paula (Eddie) and Margaret (Peter). Devoted grandfather of Sinead, Shauna, Laura, Kate, Rachel, Liam, Amy, Dillon, Callum, Hannah, Emma, Ella, Sean and Pierce.

Tommy will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife, daughters, sons, grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, cousin James O'Reilly (Carrick -On -Shannon), nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, friends and by all who knew and loved him.

Tommy will be resting at the family home from 3pm to 8pm tomorrow Sunday, walk through only please, until removal Monday morning 6th December at 10.30am for Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Chapel, Clones, at 11am, followed by burial in Mount St Oliver's Cemetery, Clones.

Tommy’s funeral cortège to the chapel will travel via The Diamond (approx 10.45) and Fermanagh St., for those who would like to pay their respects.

To keep everyone safe, please continue to adhere to social distancing, wear a face covering and refrain from handshaking.

The funeral mass can be viewed on the following link: https://www.churchservices.tv/sacredheartclones