Bereavement notices for Cavan and Monaghan

It is with regret that we note the following deaths from Counties Cavan and Monaghan over the past few days, as reported on RIP.ie.

John Coleman

Kells Road, Bailieborough, Cavan, A82 Y229

John Coleman, Kells Road and formerly of Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Co Cavan died on the 20th May 2025 peacefully at the Bon Secours Hospital, Dublin surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Hughie and Rose and brothers Willie and Paddy.

Deeply regretted by his loving wife Rena, daughters Margaret Rose, Tina, Sandra, Denise, Pauline and Fiona, son John, sons-in-law Francis, Fred, Bob, Declan, Eamon and John, daughter-in-law Fiona, brother Hughie, sister Anna, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace

Reposing at his residence (A82 Y229) on Wednesday 21st May and Thursday 22nd May from 3pm - 9pm. Parking at St. Anne's Cemetery beside the house. Removal on Friday morning to arrive at St. Anne's Church, Bailieborough for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in St. Anne's Cemetery, Bailieborough. The funeral mass can be viewed live via St. Anne's Church Webcam here.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Capuchin Franciscans here c/o any family member or funeral director.

Pat Kelly

Tullyunshin, Cootehill, Cavan, H16Y894

In loving memory of Pat Kelly, Tullyunshin, Cootehill, Proprietor of Errigal Country House Hotel Cootehill, Co. Cavan, 1st August 1961 – 18th May 2025 aged 63.

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Pat Kelly, a devoted husband, father, grandad, brother and friend.

Pat passed away peacefully on Sunday May 18th surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind his cherished wife Bernie, his five children Niall, Aedine, Ronan, Cillian and Tara, and ten adored grandchildren, Emmajane, Calum, Grace, Erin, Rían, Jess, Leah, Cara, Ceola and Luca.

He will be deeply missed by his brothers Sean, Donal, Ray and Enda, his sisters Moire, Ann and Fiona, his extended family and a wide circle of friends.

Pat lived with warmth, humour, and generosity. His spirit will live on in all of us – in every story shared, every laugh had, and every moment of kindness.

May Pat’s Gentle Soul Rest In Peace

Pat will repose at his home (H16 Y894) this Tuesday from 11am to 9pm. Removal leaving his home on Wednesday morning at 11.30am to arrive at St. Michael’s Church, Cootehill for 12noon funeral mass, followed by burial in St. Michael’s cemetery, Cootehill.

House private at all other times and on Wednesday morning please.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu, if desired, can be made to Cavan Cuan or Cootehill Cancer Care in appreciation of the care and support shown during Pat’s illness, c/o Mullen’s Funeral Directors or any family member.

Pat’s funeral mass can be viewed on the following link here.

Beryl Spotten

(née Lipsey)

Evelagh, Ballyconnell, Cavan

Beryl Spotten (nee Lipsey)

Evelagh, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan.

Sunday 18th May 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Cavan General Hospital.

Beloved wife of the late Harold, devoted mother of William (Tara) and Lorraine Storey (Justin). Loving grandmother of her most precious grand-daughter, Holly. Sadly missed by her heartbroken family, brother Herbert, sisters; June (Synnott), Freda (Graham), Lorna (Hillis), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

"Safe in the arms of Jesus"

Beryl will be resting at the family home in Evelagh, Ballyconnell (H14A785) tomorrow, Tuesday from 5pm until 8pm.

A one way traffic system will operate during reposing times; enter via Ardlougher exit, Killeshandra / Newtowngore Road.

House private at all other times please.

Funeral Service in Kildallon Parish Church on Wednesday 21st at 2 o'clock followed by burial in Tomregan Parish Church, Ballyconnell.

Seamus McCully

Bryanlitter, Clontibret, Monaghan

We are sorry to announce the death of Seamus McCully, peacefully in Cavan General Hospital, after a short illness. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and May, his brother Brendan and brother-in-law Gerry Rooney.

Seamus is deeply regretted and remembered with love by his daughters Nicola (Martin), Leona (Cian) and grandchildren Theo, Callum and their mother Marie, his brothers Finbarr, Patrick, sisters Mary and Angela (Gerry), nieces Eimear and Aideen, nephews Brendan, Shane, Patrick and Mark and many friends.

May Seamus's gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Seamus will repose at his brother Finbar's residence Bryanlitter, H18 KF83, today, Monday evening the 19th of May from 7pm - 9pm and Tuesday 20th of May from 2pm - 8pm.

House private Wednesday morning the 21st, to family and close friends. Funeral Mass at 11am at St. Mary's Chapel, Clontribret followed by burial in the adjourning cemetery. There Funeral Mass can be viewed here.

Family flowers only please.

Patrick (Paddy) McDonald

Errybane, Castleblayney, Monaghan

Paddy McDonald, Errybane, Castleblayney, Friday 16th May 2025

Deeply regretted and remembered with love by his Mother Peggy and sister Marian, Aunts Bridge, Kathleen, Ann and Josie,extended family, neighbours and friends.

Paddy will repose at Hughes Funeral Directors premises (A75 KC66) on Tuesday from 4pm to 6pm.

Removal on Wednesday morning at 10:45 am arriving for funeral mass at 11am in St. Mary’s Church, Castleblayney, burial afterward in the adjoining cemetery.

Paddy’s funeral mass can be viewed on the link here.

House Strictly Private at all times please.

May He Rest In Eternal Peace.

Messages of condolence can be posted on rip.ie

The management and staff of The Anglo-Celt wish to extend their deepest sympathies to the relatives and friends of the deceased. May they rest in peace.

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