Bereavement Notices for Cavan and Monaghan
The following deaths have occurred in counties Cavan and Monaghan in recent days as recorded on RIP.ie.
Barbara Byrne
(née Buckle)
Cloughergoole, Virginia, Cavan / Mullagh, Cavan / Ard Na Gréine, Dublin
Barbara Byrne nee Buckle
Cloughergoole, Virginia, Co. Cavan
and formerly Ard Na Greine, Dublin.
Peacefully, in the loving care of her family at her home. Predeceased by her beloved husband Stephen, infant son Damien, brother Arthur and niece Patricia. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her heartbroken sons, Stephen (Geraldine), Garret (Lisa), Dominic (Mary), and Desmond, her devoted and cherished daughter Michelle (Ollie), her loving sister Mary (UK), her adored 23 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters in law, relatives, neighbours, and many friends.
May Barbara Rest In Eternal Peace
Reposing at 'The Village Chapel Of Rest, Mullagh A82DE28 on Wednesday evening from 6pm to 8pm. A short Celebration of Life Service will take place on Thursday afternoon at 1pm in Dardistown Crematorium, followed by cremation.
HOUSE PRIVATE TO FAMILY ONLY PLEASE
Ollie Lunney
Cloughbally Lower, Mullagh, Cavan
The death has occurred of Ollie Lunney, Cloughbally Lower, Mullagh, Co. Cavan unexpectedly, but peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital on 1 November 2025. Predeceased by his wife May and their son Trevor.
Much loved and cherished father of Donal (Niamh) and adored Grandad of Abbey, Sádhbh and Tádhg.
Sadly missed by Donal, Niamh and grandchildren, his brothers Paddy, Maurice and Joe, his sister Mary, relatives, and friends.
Rest In Peace
Reposing at Matthews Funeral Home, Bailieborough Road, Virginia (A82YV58) on Tuesday evening from 6 o’clock until 8 o’clock.
A Celebration of Ollie’s life will take place at Matthews Funeral Home Bailieborough Road, Virginia (A82YV58) on Wednesday morning at 11 followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium at 1pm.
Family flowers only, please.
Donations, if desired, SCBU Unit(Special Care Baby Cavan Hospital. Hospital C/o Matthews Funeral Directors or to any family member.
Rest In Peace Ollie
Rita McEneaney
(née Sheenan)
Kingscourt Road, Shercock, Cavan / Kingscourt, Cavan
Rita McEneaney nee Sheenan, Kingscourt Road, Shercock and formerly of Cornagee, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan died on the 2nd November 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family, at Monaghan General Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Noel, parents Jack and Eileen and brothers Gene and Mel.
Deeply regretted by her brothers Pat, Lan, John, Stephen, Michael, Dominic and Simon, nieces, nephews, the Smith Family, extended family, neighbours and friends.
May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace
Reposing at Clarke's Funeral Home, Bailieborough on Tuesday 4th November from 5pm - 8pm. Removal from her residence on Wednesday morning at 10:45am to arrive at St. Patrick's Church, Shercock for Funeral Mass at 11 o'clock. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Patient Comfort Fund, Rossmore, Monaghan General Hospital c/o any family member or funeral director.
Paddy Prendeville
Collops, Kingscourt, Cavan / Kilrush, Clare
The death has occurred of Paddy Prendeville, Collops, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, and formerly of Kilrush, Co. Clare, peacefully at his home, 3rd November 2025.
Predeceased by his parents Tom and Margaret, and his brothers Senan, Maurice and Denny.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving children Garry, Pat, Tanya, Fleur, Elena and Morgan, his brothers and sisters Sheila, Mary, Tom, James, Connie, Kieran, Anthony and Eamonn, his son-in-law Declan, his daughters-in-law Pamela, Angela and Catherine. Sadly missed by his cherished grandchildren Nicholas, Jack, Max, Nicole, Lisa, Sam, Daniel, Callum, Jamie, Lauren, Matthew and Cody, his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Rest in Peace.
Removal to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, on Wednesday evening, 5th November 2025, arriving for 6pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday morning, 6th November, at 10am, followed by private family cremation.
Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to Meath Special Palliative Care and the Irish Cancer Society.
Paddy’s Funeral Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam here.
Seamus Ruddy
Lismullig, Poles, Cavan
Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Mary, brother P.J. and son-in-law Declan. Beloved husband and best friend of Anna and much loved father of Martina (Clare), Louise, Niall (Clíona), Maria (Pat) and Jean (Paul). Adoring grandad of Ella, Mollie, Dylan, Dara, Orla, Alfie, Declan and Lauren. Sadly missed by his sister Vera Greenan, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours and many friends.
Rest in Peace
Reposing at Lakeland’s Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan, tomorrow Tuesday from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Removal from his residence on Wednesday to arrive at St. Brigid’s Church, Killygarry for Funeral Mass at 12pm, burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private to family, neighbours and close friends. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Palliative Care c/o PJ Brady, Funeral Director.
Messages of condolence can be left for the family in the link below.
Susan (Suzie) Smith
(née Harrison)
12 John Paul Ave, Cavan Town, Cavan
Susan (Suzie) Smith (nee Harrison), 12 John Paul Ave, Cavan Town, Sunday November 2nd 2025, peacefully in the loving care of the wonderful staff at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. Predeceased by her parents Roy and Susan Harrison. Suzie was dearly loved and will be very sadly missed by her husband and best friend Mickey, her heartbroken children, Amanda (Christopher), Michael, Damian, Siobhan (Daragh), Stephen (Shauna) and Sammy (Daniel), her cherished grandchildren, Nathan, Nicole, Teighan, Kalvin, Naoise, Brogan, Mikey and Evie, her loving brothers and sister Robbie, Lizzie (Willie) and George (Maggie), nephews, nieces, all her extended family and many good friends.
May she rest in peace
Reposing at the Mc Mahon Funeral Home, Farnham Rd, Cavan (H12C821) on Wednesday evening from 4pm until 7pm. Suzie's remains will leave her home in John Paul Ave on Thursday morning at 11.30am, travelling via the Dublin Rd and College St, to the Cathedral of S.s Patrick and Felim, Cavan, arriving for a Funeral Mass at 12 noon. A private family cremation service will take place later. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to the Irish Cancer Society, via the website link below or donation boxes in the Funeral Home. House strictly private to family at all times please.
Donations in lieu of flowers to Irish Cancer Society in Memory of Susan (Suzie) Smith (née Harrison) here.
Paddy (Patrick) McConnon
Stonetown, Louth / Carrickmacross, Monaghan
The death has occurred of Paddy (Patrick) McConnon. Stonetown, Louth & formerly Monaghan Street & Corcrin, Carrickmacross. 2nd November 2025. In his 92nd Year. Peacefully, surrounded by his cherished family, at our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Philomena, his parents Joseph & Rose and his brothers and sisters; Jim, Maida, Margaret, Rosh, Elizabeth & most recently Joe.
Sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken family; his daughters Fionnuala (Steve Francis) and Martina (Brian Duffy), his adored grandchildren; Conor, Gráinne, Holly & Lauren, his extended family, friends & neighbours.
MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
HOUSE STRICTLY PRIVATE.
Paddy will repose at Lonergan Funeral Directors Funeral Home, Carrickmacross, A81 D328, on Tuesday, 4th November, from 4pm until 8pm.
Paddy's funeral cortège will leave his home, Stonetown, on Wednesday, 5th November, driving to Farney Street and from there proceeding on foot to St. Joseph's Church, Carrickmacross, arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery, where Paddy will be laid to rest alongside his beloved wife Philomena.
No flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, via donation box c/o Lonergan Funeral Directors to Palliative Care, Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda.
Breda Mc Entee
(née O Reilly)
Ballybay, Monaghan
Breda Elizabeth McEntee (Nee O'Reilly) , San Mateo and late of Ballybay, Co.Monaghan.
Breda Elizabeth McEntee was 91, and a long time resident of San Mateo. She passed away peacefully on the morning of October 17, 2025, after a brief illness.
Breda was born August 1, 1934, in Ballybay, Co.Monaghan. Breda was one of five children, Catherine, Mary, Margo and Michael. She was the only surviving sibling.
Breda was married to Pete McEntee in 1957 in San Franciso, CA. She is survived by her children Elizabeth, Timothy, Patrick and predeceased by her son Gary. Also seven grandchildren, one great grandchild.
Breda's remains will arrive to St.Patricks Church, Ballybay Wednesday 5/11/25 at 6pm. Funeral mass on Thursday morning at 11am with burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetary.
MARGARET WOODS
(née MALONE)
KNOCK, Inniskeen, Monaghan, A91 HP80 / Inniskeen, Louth
Margaret Woods (Neé Malone), peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her husband Owen, parents Edward and Ellen, brother Martin and grandson Christopher Fealy.
Sadly missed and remembered with love by her beloved family, daughters Marie and Eileen (John), sons Gerard and Paul (Rekha), brothers Dan (Florrie) and Eamon (Una), her much loved grand-children, Lorraine, Angela, Claire, Owen, Conall, Emer, Ellen, Aidan and Julieanna and her adored great-grandchildren, James, Grace and Andrew.
Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Holy Family School, Cootehill, Co. Cavan.
The family would like to thank you for your sympathy and support during this difficult time. You are invited to leave a personal message in the condolence section below.
May Margaret’s gentle soul rest in peace.
Funeral Arrangements Later.
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.