Bereavement Notices for Cavan and Monaghan
The following deaths have occurred in counties Cavan and Monaghan in recent days as recorded on RIP.ie
Ann Farrelly
Santry, Dublin / Kingscourt, Cavan
Farrelly, Ann (late of Santry, Dublin, and originally Edenagully, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan) – 25th November, 2025 (peacefully) at the Fairview Community Unit.
Beloved aunt of Maeve; Ann will be lovingly remembered and very sadly missed by her family; Maeve’s husband Proinsias, her grand-nephew Cathal and his partner Siún, and their daughter Fóthla.
May she Rest in Peace
Funeral Arrangements Later
Gerard (Gerry) MURTAGH
Foxrock, Dublin / Shercock, Cavan
MURTAGH Gerard (Gerry) (Foxrock, Dublin 18, formerly of Shercock, Co. Cavan and St. Laurence College, Loughlinstown, Dublin 18) – Nov. 23, 2025, peacefully, in his 89th year, in the care of Ashbury Nursing Home. Beloved husband of the late Eileen (née O’Connell); sadly missed by his son Robert, daughter-in-law Ita, sister Frances (Wolverhampton) and by his nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Predeceased by his siblings Nancy, Rose, Margaret, Pam, Larry, J.J. and Bridie. Rest In Peace.
Reposing at Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray on Sunday (Nov.30) from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Funeral arriving at the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock on Monday (Dec.1) at 9.40am, with Reception Prayers at 9.45am, followed by words of appreciation from the family at 9.50am. Gerry’s Funeral Mass will commence at 10.00am with burial thereafter in Shanganagh Cemetery.
“May he rest in peace”
The funeral mass can be viewed live here.
Mary Boyle
(née Culver)
Daisyhill, Ballyconnell, Cavan
Monday November 24th peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her special son Conal.
Mary will be sadly missed and forever loved by her husband and best friend Michael (Mickie), her treasured children Siobhan (Tony), Michael (Pauline), Veronica (Trevor), Jennifer (Dessie), Gavin, Ann (Sean), Daniel (Francesca), Martin, Gemma (Peter), Helen (Martin) & James (Sarah), her 32 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren, her brother Joe, sisters Bernadette, Ellen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, her best friend Auntie Helen, nephews, nieces, relatives and her wide circle of friends.
May Mary's gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Reposing at her home tomorrow Tuesday evening from 6 o'clock until 9 o'clock. Restricted parking at house. Please use church car park.
Removal on Wednesday morning from her residence arriving at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ballyconnell for funeral mass at 12:30 followed by private cremation.
The funeral mass may be viewed live here.
House private to family and close friends at all other times please.
Family flowers only please. Donations-in-lieu to Irish Kidney Association c/o Brian Fee undertaker.
Joe (Joel) Carson,
Late of Portaliffe, Killeshandra, Co. Cavan,
Died on 20th November 2025, peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family, at St. Vincent's Hospital, Dublin.
Pre-deceased by his parents Edward and Mabel and step-mother Edith.
Much loved husband of Sylvia, adored father of Stephen, Niall, Barry and Peter, grandad of Joshua, George, Lana, Charlie, Tom, Henry, and Chloe. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his daughters-in-law; Tara, Jennifer, Rosie, Shona, sisters Irene and Evelyn, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Reposing at Lakeland Funeral Home, Dublin Rd.,Cavan H12RF78 from 4.00pm until 8.00pm on Tuesday 25th November.
Funeral service in Croghan Presbyterian Church H12X983 on Wednesday 26th November at 1.00pm followed by the committal in adjoining graveyard.
The funeral service will be live streamed here.
Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired to the RNLI c/o Clive Magee Funeral Directors or any family member.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus”
The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the teams at St Vincent’s Hospital ICU for their exceptional care, dedication and compassion.
Barbara Jordan
Killeshandra, Cavan / Trim, Meath
The death has occurred of Barbara Jordan, Killeshandra, Co. Cavan and formerly of Dunboyne and Tullaghanogue, Trim. Peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital, in the presence of her family. Predeceased by her parents Tom and Anne, sister Bridie and son-in-law Rory.
Sadly missed by her loving family, daughters Sharon, Lyn and Saragh and son Eric, partner Tony, sons-in-law Martin and Steven, grandsons Jordan, Joshua and Tristan, great-granddaughter Lacey, brothers Pádraig, Séan, Thomas, Martin and Séamus, sisters Mary, Nora, Eileen, Anne, Pauline, Mairéad, Patricia and Edel, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.
Reposing at her childhood residence in Tullaghanogue, Trim (C15 K528) on Tuesday evening at 4pm until 7pm.
Removal on Wednesday morning leaving her residence arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am in the Church of the Assumption Kilbride (C15 YD54) followed by burial in the adjoining Cemetery.
Funeral Mass Is Live Streamed And Can Be Viewed Here.
HOUSE PRIVATE ON WEDNESDAY MORNING PLEASE.
Leo Mc Caffrey,
Kilsob,
Bawnboy,
Co. Cavan
and formerly of Tara Grove, Galway, Co Galway.
Leo died suddenly, on Sunday, November 23rd 2025, in the gentle care of the staff in the dementia unit at Oakview Nursing Home, Belturbet, Co Cavan.
He is predeceased by his parents, Willie and Mary Anne Mc Caffrey.
Leo will be sadly missed by his loving family: - Ray [Evelyn], Chris [Geraldine], Finbarr [Teresa], Bernadette, Nuala [Paddy], Siobhán and Philomena [John], his nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives and friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Reposing at Smith’s Funeral Home, High Street, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim, [N41TD62] on Wednesday, November 26th 2025 from 6pm to 8 pm.
Removal to St Mogue’s Church, Bawnboy, Co Cavan [H14FX65], on Thursday, November 27th for funeral mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
The funeral mass can be viewed live here.
Billy O'Connor
Corrygarry Hill, Kingscourt, Cavan / Castletown Kilpatrick, Meath
The death has occurred of Billy O’Connor, Corrygarry Hill, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, and formerly of Castletown, Co. Meath, who passed away suddenly at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on 22nd November 2025.
Predeceased by his parents Pat and Barbara O’Connor and his brother Eddie.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Mhairi, his children Carlos, Jordan, Jessica and Hana, his brothers and sisters Nigel, Keneth, Damien, Cora, Cheryl and Collette, his granddaughter Jenna, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Kieran Brothers Funeral Home, Hall Street, Kingscourt, A82 R3W2, on Wednesday, 26th November from 4pm to 8pm.
Billy’s funeral cortège will travel on Thursday morning, 27th November, from the funeral home to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt, via Main Street, Kingscourt, to arrive for Funeral Mass at 10am, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Billy’s Funeral Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam here or on Facebook here.
Patrick (Packie) Carolan
Coolcollid, Glaslough, Monaghan
Clerkin Funeral Directors regret to announce that the death has occurred of Patrick (Packie) Carolan, Drumbear Nursing Home and formerly of Coolcollid, Glaslough, Monday 24th November surrounded by his loving family in the exceptional care of the staff in Drumbear Nursing Home.
Packie will always be remembered and loved by his sisters Mary (Stephen Andrews) Patricia (Danny Gallagher), Bernie (David Johnston) ,his four nieces, four nephews, his friends, and all who knew and loved him.
May Packie’s Gentle Soul Rest Now In Eternal Peace
Packie will repose at Clerkins Funeral Home, Milltown, Monaghan (H18YF22) on Wednesday the 26th of November from 5.00pm, concluding with prayers at 9:00pm. Packie’s funeral procession will arrive to St. Mary’s Church, Glennan on Thursday morning (27th) for 11am Funeral Mass, followed by burial in adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass will be live streamed here.
"Family Homes are strictly private at all times please, to give the family the time and respect to spend with Packie."
Monsignor Sean Flynn
Drumslavog, Scotstown, Monaghan, H18 NA48
Clerkin Funeral Directors regret to announce that the death has occurred of Monsignor Sean Flynn, The Catholic Diocese of Trenton – Lawrenceville, New Jersey and formerly of Drumslavog, Scotstown, Monday 24th November,surrounded by his loving family in Cavan General Hospital. Predeceased by his parents John and Sarah.
Sean will be forever loved and missed by his sister Maureen (Arthur Sheridan), brothers Martin, Michael (Mena), Jimmy (Margaret) Stephen (Margaret), his nieces, nephews, neighbours, and all who knew and loved him.
His Bishop, Brother Priests, Deacons, and Parishioners in the Catholic Diocese of Trenton, New Jersey will forever miss and pray for him
"Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis"
Monsignor Sean will repose at his brother’s Martins home in Drumslavog, Scotstown (H18NA48), on Wednesday (26th) and Thursday (27th) from 4pm until 10pm.
Monsignor Sean’s funeral procession will arrive at St Marys Church, Urbleshanny on Friday morning for 11am Funeral Mass, with burial is adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to “Crocus” care of Clerkin Funeral Directors or any family member.
Please note "All parking will be at Hollywood ,Shuttle Bus will be in operation."
"Family home is strictly private at all other times please, to give the family the time and respect to spend with Monsignor Sean."
"Funeral arrangements entrusted to Clerkin Funeral Directors"
Susan Corbett
Station View, Monaghan Town, Monaghan
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and untimely death of Susan Corbett, Station View, and formerly 28 Woodview, Killygoan, Monaghan, Friday 21st November.
Susan will be sadly missed by her heartbroken partner Declan, her beloved parents Cecil and Dympna, sister Ann (Francis), brothers, David (Noreen), Simon (Helen), Alan and Patrick, niece Rachel, nephews, Matthew, Luke and Daniel. Aunts, uncles, wide circle of friends and neighbours.
May Susan’s gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Susan will repose at her parents family home 28 Woodview, Killygoan, Monaghan, (H18 WK 79) on Tuesday 25th from 4pm until 9pm and on Wednesday 26th from 12pm until 9pm. Susan's funeral procession will arrive to St. Macartan's Cathedral on Thursday morning 27th for 11am funeral Mass, followed by burial in Latlurcan Cemetery. House private on Thursday morning to family and close friends only.
Susan's funeral mass can be viewed via the following live stream link here.
Gertrude McCrystal
(née O'Connell)
30 Cortolvin View, Monaghan Town, Monaghan
Peacefully at Drumbear Lodge Nursing Home, Monaghan.
Predeceased by her husband Paudge.
Sadly missed by her sons Paul and Noel, daughter-in-law Judith, grandchildren Rory and Kieran, great-grandchildren Aidan, Liam, Ronan, Hugo and Rudi, brother Pearse, brother in law Gerry, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
House private please.
Reposing at the premises of McElvaney Funeral Directors, Church Square Monaghan on Thursday (27/11/2025) from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Removal on Friday (28/11/2025) at 10.30 a.m., arriving at St. Macartan’s Cathedral, Monaghan for Funeral Mass at 11 a.m., followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 2 p.m.
Funeral Mass available via live webcam here.
Condolences for any of the families above can be left at www.rip.ie
To view the previous death notices, click here.
The management and staff of The Anglo-Celt wish to extend their deepest sympathies to the relatives and friends of the deceased.