Obituaries

Gerard Kirwan, Elm Court, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly Duleek, Co. Meath and Amien Street, Dublin. Died 20th June 2017, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, son Alan, daughter Diane, Alan’s partner Caitriona, son-in-law Noel, brother Brian, grandchildren Jennifer, Sarah, Louise, Francesca and Daniel, great-grandchildren Alex and Kodi and extended family and friends.

Rest in peace

Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough on Thursday evening from 5pm until 7pm. Removal Friday morning to arrive at St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough for Funeral Mass at 10.30am. Cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Bridget Smith Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Co, Cavan, died 15th May 2017, peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital. Predeceased by her daughter Miriam Caroline. Deeply regretted by her daughters Joanne and Linda, sister Kathleen, brother Matthias, granchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family circle, neighbours and friends.

R.I.P.

Reposing at her residence from 3pm Tuesday until removal Wednesday morning to arrive at St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, for funeral Mass at 10.30am. Burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Bailieborough Cancer Fund care of Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough

Bridie Cooney nee Carolan, Monaghanoose, “The Metal Bridge”, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, 11th Jan. 2017, peacefully at her residence. Wife of the late Phil, predeceased by her sons Eamon and Kieran. Deeply regretted by her loving family Patrick, Michael, Philip, Breda, Mary, Paul, Brendan, Sheila, Gabriel and Raymond, sister Masie (O’Reilly) daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends.

May she rest in peace

Reposing at her residence tomorrow, Thursday, from 2pm until removal Friday evening at 5.30pm to arrive at St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 6pm. Funeral Mass Saturday morning at 10.30am with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.

The peaceful death has taken place of much loved Charlie Curran, surrounded by the loving care of his family, extended family of Ivy House and staff Proudstown Road Navan on Thursday 3rd November.

The love, care and compassion that was expressed to Charlie during his last years of his life by the staff of Ivy House allowed him to have a wonderful quality of life.

Charlie is survived by his treasured brothers Gerry, Tom, Stephen, John, Sisters Tutsy, Bernie, Breda, Annette, Claire, Joan, Frances, Olive and Catherine, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, cousins and as many special friends in Ivy House who were his second family. Charlie is predeceased by his parents, his brother Noel and his sisters Masiy and Marta.

Charlie will repose at his brother Gerry’s residence, Relabeg, today, Thursday, from 7pm until 10pm and Friday, 4th November, from 12 noon until 5pm. Removal from his brother’s residence Friday evening at 7pm to arrive at Newcastle church at 7.30pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday, 5th November, at 11am followed by burial in Moynalty Cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to Ivy House c/o Brian Curran Funeral Director.

As we bid farewell to Charlie we recall his life with gratitude, his beautiful smile and we pray that he will be embraced in the loving care of Our Gentle God. “Rest Gently Dear Charlie Your Time To Leave Us Has Come”

Forever Loved

Oliver Gillick, Bracklin, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 23rd August 2016, suddenly at his residence. Deeply regretted by his loving son Sean, mother Una, brothers James, Pat, Micky, Tommy and Declan, sisters Ann and Mary, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at his brother Tommy’s residence in Bracklin tomorrow, Thursday evening, from 7pm until removal Saturday morning to arrive at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt for Funeral Mass at 10am. Burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. House private Saturday morning please.

Surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her husband Peter, son Michael, and daughter Kathleen. Sadly missed by her sorrowful sons John and P.J., daughters,Teresa, Pauline and Bernadette, brothers Packie, Tommy, John (Austrailia) and Phil, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.

Rest in Peace

Reposing at her residence from Tuesday morning until removal on Wedensday evening to St.Patrick’s Church, Carrickallen, Mountain Lodge, arriving at 7.30pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday morning at 11am with burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Late of Newlodge Road, Belfast. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken family. His wife Carmel, daughters Michaela, Kelly Marie and Leanne, son Nathan, his mother Annie, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends.

May He Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his residence from 6pm this Monday evening until removal on Wedensday to St Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West, arriving at 11am for Funeral Mass and burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. No flowers please, donations if so desired to Bailieborough Cancer Care, c/o. Brian McCabe, Funeral Undertaker, or any family member.

Tom O’Reilly (Smokie), Institute Road and late of The Square, Main Street, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 23rd May after a long illness bourne with courage and patience. Beloved husband and best friend to Catherine, daughter Maura, sons Bernard, Thomas, Tony and their partners and cherished grandchildren Ethan and Ellie, his brothers Fr Bernard, Fr Vincent and Fr Donal, sisters Mary and Anne, brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at his residence from 2pm today, Tuesday, until 9pm. Removal tomorrow, Wednesday morning, to arrive at St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. No flowers please. Donations in lieu if desired to Palliative Care c/o Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough. House private tomorrow, Wednesday morning, please.

Patrick (Patsy) Clarke, Leitrim, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 20th April 2016, peacefully, in the loving care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital and Heart Failure Clinic, surrounded by his loving family. Husband of the late Nancy Deeply regretted by his sons John, Anthony, Patrick, Peter and Noel and daughter Ann Marie, sister Nan, grandchildren Andrew, Conor, Katie, Cáit , Áine, daughters-in-law Mary, Heike, Sirinapa, son-in-law Tom, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of friends.

Reposing at his residence Thursday, from 4pm until removal on Friday at 6.30pm to arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker, at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday at 11am, with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.

Ann Clerkin nee Nulty, Curkish, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died April 12th 2016, peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her mother Annie. Deeply regretted by her husband Peadar, daughters Aisling and Sarah sons Peter and Shane, father Pat (Drumhilla, Shercock), brothers, sisters, uncle, aunts, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a large circle of friends.

Rest in Peace

Reposing at her residence today, Tuesday evening, from 6pm until 9pm and again tomorrow, Wednesday, from 12 noon until 9pm. Removal Thursday to arrive at St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Bailieborough Cancer Fund or Palliative Care Cavan c/o Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough. House private Thursday morning please.

Liam Heery, Wilton, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 22nd March 2016, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Ann, daughters Orla, Caroline, Joanne, sons Colm, Jim and Dessie, brothers Jimmy and Micheal, sisters Carmel and Lil, grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May He Rest in Peace

Reposing at his residence from 7pm today, Tuesday evening, until removal Thursday morning at 10.30am to arrive at St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough for Funeral Service at 11am. Burial afterwards in at St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Palliative Care c/o Clarke’s Funeral Home.

Thomas Smith, Galbolie and Greaghlough, Killinkere, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan died 15th March 2016, Peacefully at Cavan General Hospital. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Sandra, his children Rachel, Michael and James, father Vincent, mother Anna, brothers, sisters, father-in-law, mother-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law nephews, nieces and extended family and friends.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home tomorrow, Wednesday, from 2pm until removal at 5.30pm to arrive at St Anne’s church, Bailieborough at 6pm. Funeral Mass Thursday, St Patrick’s Day, at 10am with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Irish Cancer Society care of Clarke’s Funeral Home or any family member.

Please note, Smith’s Shop, Galbolie, will be closed and will re-open on Friday.

Celia RYAN (née Noone) Cloondarone, Tuam, Galway / Bailieborough, Cavan

Peacefully at U.H.G.in her 91st year. Predeceased by her husband William.

Sadly missed by her daughters Mary, Geraldine, Angela and Una, sons Pat, Jimmy and Liam, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives,neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Burns Funeral Home, Tuam this Thursday evening from 6pm with removal at 8pm to the Cathedral of the Assumption, Tuam.

Funeral Mass on Friday at 11am followed by burial in Claretuam Cemetery.

Family flowers only by request. Donations, if desired, to Ability West Tuam.

May her Gentle Soul Rest in Peace

Anne Moran (née Murray), Rakeevan, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 4 March 2016. Suddenly, at the Hermitage Clinic, Dublin, surrounded by her loving family.

Reposing at her residence Sunday morning from 11am until 9pm. Funeral mass on Monday morning at 11.30am in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to St Vincent de Paul Society c/o Clarkes funeral home, Bailieborough. House private Monday morning, please.

Deeply regretted by her loving husband Tom, daughters Aileen and Janet and son Raymond, sons-in-law Donal and David, daughter-in-law Emily, sisters Ellen, Angela, Margaret, Patricia, brother Eamon, brothers-in-law, grandchildren, relatives and a large circle of friends.

Rest in Peace

Tony Carroll, Drumanespic, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 28th Feb. 2016, suddenly at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Breege, daughters Anita and Eillish, extended family and large circle of friends.

Reposing at his residence from 4pm Tuesday evening until removal at 7.30pm Wednesday evening to arrive at St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 8pm. Funeral Mass Thursday morning at 10.30am with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation c/o Clarkes Funeral Home, Bailieborough.

Rest in Peace

Gerry Barry, Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 19th Feb. 2016, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital after a long illness. Deeply regretted by his nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, his colleagues in Bailieborough, Shamrocks GFC, neighbours and many friends. The family would like to thank all the doctors and nurses of Cavan General Hospital and Fairlawns Nursing Home for the loving care they have shown to Gerry.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough today, Friday, from 6pm until 8pm and again tomorrow, Saturday, from 2pm until removal at 5.30pm to arrive at St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 6pm. Funeral Mass Sunday at 10am with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Palliative Care C/O Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough.

Deeply regretted by her sons Gerry and Michael, daughter Ann, grandchildren Blane, Ashley, Haley, Sarah and Jonathan, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Rest In Peace

Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieboro, from 4pm tomorrow evening, Saturday, with removal to St. Anne’s Church, Bailieboro, arriving at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday morning at 10am, with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Deeply regretted by his loving partner Martina, mother Bridget, his children Pairic, Mairead, Diarmaid and their mother Patricia, his sister Mary, brothers Frank, Pat, Willie, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and Michelle, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough from 5pm to 8pm Tuesday evening. Reposing at Corless Funeral Home, The Square, Kinvara, Co. Galway from 5pm to 7pm Wednesday evening with Funeral Mass at 11am Thursday morning in St Coleman’s Church, Kinvara, Co. Galway with burial afterwards in Mount Cross Cemetery, Kinvara.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation or Cavan General Palliative Care Unit c/o Clarke s Funeral Home, Bailieborough or Corless Funeral Home, Kinvara.

Rest in Peace

Patricia (Patty) McGowan (née Lynch). Ardakip, Dromahair, Co. Leitrim and formerly of Cregg, Rosses Point, Co. Sligo and Carrickgorman, Baileborough, Co. Cavan, December 16th 2015, peacefully in Sligo University Hospital; dearly loved wife of Francie and much loved mother of Leonie (Harte) and Ailbhe (Robertson). Sadly missed by her loving husband and family, sisters Tina, Berna, Cepta and Nuala, sons-in-law Gerard and Lyndon, grandchildren Amy, Lisa, Kyle, Leon, Grace and Louise, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Rest in Peace

Reposing at her home from 3pm to 9pm on Thursday. House private at all other times. Mass of the Resurrection at 1pm on Friday in St. Mary’s Church, Ballinagar followed by Committal Service at 4pm in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dialysis Unit Sligo University Hospital c/o Sean Feehily at Feehily’s Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo.

Smith Paddy, Bracklin, Bailieborough and late Tonagh, Mountnugent, Co. Cavan, died 26th May, peacefully after a short illness at his home. Dearly loved husband of Paula and son of Bridie and the late Andy Smith. So sadly missed by his loving wife, mother, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, parents-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of friends.
Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough Wednesday evening from 5pm until 8pm. Funeral Service in Clarke’s Funeral Home Thursday at 11.30am followed by private family cremation at Mount Jerome Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Palliative Care or Dogs Trust Ireland care of Clarke’s Bailieborough.

Smyth Paddy, Glasnevin, Dublin and formerly of Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 9th May, 2015, peacefully surrounded by his loving family and in the loving care of the nurses and staff of The Mater Hospital. Beloved husband of Noelle dear father of Joan, Michael, Eamon and Claire, father-in-law to Andrew, Niel and Padraig, devoted grandad to Darragh, Liam, Anna, Grace and Ellen. Sadly missed by his brothers and sisters and extended family and friends.
R.I.P.
Reposing at his residence tomorrow, Monday, from 5pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday morning to arrive at Mother of Divine Grace Church, Ballygall Road East, Dublin, for Funeral Mass at 11.30am. Burial afterwards in St. Brigid’s Cemetery, Knockbride West, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan. House private on Tuesday morning, please. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society c/o Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough.
Please note change of Mass time.

Susan Cooney née Clarke, wife of the late Michael, Lakeview, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, April 30th 2015, peacefully at her residence.
Reposing at her residence tomarrow Friday from 1pm until removal at 5.30pm to arrive at Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 6pm. house private at all other times . Funeral Saturday after 10.30am Mass to Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Deeply regretted by her sons Sean, Oliver, Vincent, Martin, daughters Mary, Delores, Patricia, Carol and Joan, sister Kathleen, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family circle.

Kellett (late of Hampton Cove, Balbrigan and Bailieborough, Co. Cavan) April 28th 2015, (suddenly) Kenneth (Ken) loving husband of Olive and loving dad of Muriel; sadly missed by his loving wife, daughter, son-in-law Mick, grandchildren Gemma, Darragh and Ava, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.
May Ken Rest In Peace
Reposing at Navan Gen. Hopsital Mortuary. Prayers on Thursday evening at 4.30pm followed by removal to Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church Balbriggan arriving 6.15pm. Funeral Mass on Friday morning at 10amm followed by burial in Ss. Peter & Paul’s Cemetery, Balbriggan.

Jay Murray (nee Zini), wife of the late Bernard, Ros na Ri, Commons Road, Navan, Co. Meath, died 19th April 2015, peacefully, at St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin. Deeply regretted by her loving sisters Suzan and Leyla. brother Erol, the Murray family, Lisball, Bailieborough and extended family and friends.
Reposing at her residence on Monday morning from 11am until removal Wednesday morning to arrive at St. Mary’s Church, Navan, for funeral Mass at 10am. Burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin, c/o Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough.

CLARKE, Hugh – April 11, 2015 (Urcher, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan) (peacefully) at his sister Kathy’s residence. Predeceased by his wife Phyllis; sadly missed by his brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Reposing at his sister Kathy and brother-in-law Pat O’Sullivan’s residence, Galbolie, Bailieborough, from 6pm today, Saturday, until 10pm and again tomorrow, Sunday morning, from 11am until removal tomorrow evening at 6.40pm to arrive at St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Monday at 10.30am with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.

James (Jemmy) Connell, Lakeview, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died Feb. 28th 2015, at Cavan General Hospital. Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough, tomorrow, Sunday, from 5pm until removal at 6.45pm to arrive at St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Monday morning at 10.30am with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery.
Deeply regretted by his sisters Agnes and Kathleen, brother Justin, uncles Christie and Kevin, cousins and extended family and friends.
Rest in Peace

Roy Deane, Tullylorkan, Beglieve, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 22nd Feb 2015.
Resting at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough tomorrow, Thursday, from 12 noon until removal at 1pm to arrive at St. Mark’s Parish Church, Kill, Cootehill for Funeral Service at 2pm, burial afterwards in adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Irish Heart Foundation care of Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough.

Annie Lynch (nee Burns), wife of the late Johnny, Lisnalskey, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, February 7th 2015, peacefully. Reposing at her son John’s residence, Lisnalskey, from 4pm Saturday until removal Sunday evening at 6.30 pm to arrive at St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 7pm. Funeral mass Monday morning at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. House private from 5.30pm Sunday evening.
Deeply regretted by her sons Gerrard (Kilcock), Bernard (Dublin) and John, daughters Evelyn (Denmore) and Patricia (Drumcrin), sister Kathleen, brother Patrick, sons in law, daughters in law, brother in law, sister in law,  grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Gerry McCabe, Drumamuck, Knockbride, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, died 21st January 2015, peacefully.
Reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home this Wednesday evening from 5pm to 8pm and reposing at his residence from 5pm to 10pm Thursday evening. Funeral Mass in St Brigid’s Church, Knockbride East at 11am Friday and burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery

Eileen Lynch (nee Kettle) January 5th 2015, Chapel Road, Bailieborough and late of Cohaw, Cootehill, Co. Cavan, peacefully at her residence. Funeral arrangements later

Retired Postman, An Post, Cootehill. Deeply regretted by his loving sisters Kathleen, Margaret,and Nora, brother Bennie, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandneices, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

May He Rest In Peace

Reposing at his residence this Sunday evening, until removal on Tuesday morning to St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West, arriving at 12 noon for Funeral Mass and burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Cooney, Brigid (Cissy) (Residing in Talbot Lodge Nursing Home, Kinsealy and formerly of Waterloo, Bailieboro, Co. Cavan) December 23rd 2014 (peacefully) surrounded by her loving family. Very sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, sister-in-law, extended family and friends.

R.I.P.

Reposing at Talbot Lodge Nursing Home, Kinsealy, from late tomorrow afternoon, Wednesday, with prayers on Friday, 26th December, between 3pm and 5pm. Removal on Saturday, 27th December, to St. Nicholas of Myra Church, Kinsealy, arriving for 10am Mass, followed by burial in Fingal Cemetery.

Rosemary Dunne (nee Finnegan), wife of the late Philip, Lower Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, 16th Dec. 2014 . Suddenly, at Cavan General Hospital. Reposing at her residence from tomorrow, Wednesday, at 12 noon, until removal Thursday morning at 10am for Funeral Mass in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, at 10.30am and burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery. Family flowers only, please, donations, if desired, to St. Vincent de Paul Society c/o Clarke’s Funeral Directors, Bailieborough.
Deeply regretted by her sons John and Michael, daughters Caroline, Sinead and Tricia, brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, sons-in-law and daughter-in-law, grandchildren, relatives and friends.
May She Rest in Peace

The death has occurred of Sarah (Sally) Smyth, Lear House, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan. Wife of the late Hugh.
Funeral Service Saturday in Bailieborough Parish Church at 2pm, burial afterwards in adjoining graveyard. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Bailieborough Parish Church c/o Clarkes Funeral Home, Bailieborough.

 Thy will be done