The Late Mary (Maura) Heslin RIP Cornageeha, Gortletteragh. Co Leitrim.

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The death has occured Mary Heslin,  Mother of Leitrim GAA Children’s Officer Mark Heslin.

Leitrim GAA expresses its sympathy to Mary’s family especially her heartbroken husband Ned, sons; Gary, Mark and Noel, daughters-in-law; Maeve and Nessa, much cherished grandchildren Kirsten, Céadigh, Odhrán, Dáire, Zoe, Sam, Steven and Joel, sister-in-law; Margaret (England), niece; Karen and her husband Ken and nephew; Neil, cousins; Mary and Susan and their families, large circle of friends and neighbours.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí.

Tim Slevin RIP – Former Leitrim Hurler – Mohill, Co Leitrim and Lorrha, Co Tipperary.

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Leitrim GAA Wishes to Extend Sympathy To The Family And Friends Of The Late Tim Slevin.

 

Timothy (Tim,Timmie) Slevin, Mohill, Co Leitrim and Lorrha, Co Tipperary, Saturday, November 7th , suddenly, but peacefully, aged 91. Back in the arms of his beloved Tina (died 27 June 20). Much loved and deeply missed by son Michael, daughter Fiona, daughter-in-law Fiona, grand-children Seán, Niamh and Jennifer, sister Chrissie, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, godchildren, nieces, nephews and large extended family; also by his old ESB colleagues, hurling teammates and many valued friends and neighbours.

 

Following current guidelines, house will sadly be private and private funeral and burial will be held at 12 noon on Monday, 9th November, at St Patrick’s Church, Mohill. A Memorial Mass to celebrate Tim & Tina’s life will take place at a later date. The family appreciate your sympathy, support and understanding at this difficult time.

Bridie Connaughton RIP

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Death of Bridie Connaughton, mother of Patsy Connaughton, Ballinamore Seán O’Heslins GAA

 

Coiste Contae Liatroma would like to express condolences to Patsy Connaughton, Rúnaí of Cumann Sheáin Uí Eislin, Béal an Átha Móir, on the death of his mother Bridie Connaughton, Oran, Co Roscommon. Sympathy to Patsy’s wife, Geraldine and family; Paddy, Cáit and Eoin and extended family. Bridie’s funeral will take place tomorrow, 23 May, at 11.00am in Cloneycolgan and will be private to family members only in line with Covid- 19 restrictions. Go dtuga Dia sonas síoraí dí.

Brendan (Benny) Meehan RIP

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Leitrim GAA would like to express its sympathy on the sudden death of Brendan (Benny) Meehan.

Brendan, a former club player with Kiltubrid passed away suddenly at his parents’ residence, surrounded by his loving fiancée Shauna and heartbroken parents, Brian and Ann.

He will be sorely missed by his sisters and brother Deirdre, Kevin and Mairead, sister in law Niamh, brothers in law Mark and Christopher, nieces and nephews Lauren, Leona, Liam, Ciara and Ryan. Also missed by Shauna’s family, Christina, Michael, Ciara, Raymond and Granny Anna, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and a large circle of friends.

Brendan is a nephew of Leitrim GAA Insurance Officer PJ Meehan.

Ar Dheis De go raibh sé.

 

Cyril Cassidy (RIP) Last Surviving member of Leitrim Minor team that reached the All Ireland Minor Football Final in 1945.

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The death has occurred of Cyril Cassidy, the last surviving member of the Leitrim Minor team that reached the All Ireland Minor Final in 1945.

Cyril Cassidy, played at left full forward on the Leitrim Minor team beaten by Dublin in the Final. In the All Ireland Final he played on Denis Mahony, who subsequently captained Dublin in the 1955 All Ireland Senior Final. In the Connacht Final of that year, Leitrim beat Sligo in a replay by 2-6 to 1-5.

Cyril was from Drumeela and he worked in Dublin for many years and more recently lived in Termonfeckin, Co Louth.

He died on Monday 30th March in Gormanston Wood Nursing Home.

Coiste Contae Liatroma would like to express their condolences to his daughter Moira, sons Declan and Barry, grandchildren Sam, Max, Lewis, Fintan and Alastar, extended family, relatives and friends.

Go ndéanfaidh Dia trócaire air.

(Submitted by Seán Ó Súilleabháin)

Recent Leitrim GAA Related Deaths – Maureen Gilrane and Michael Flynn RIP

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Leitrim GAA wishes to express its sympathies with the families of the late Maureen Gilrane, Corralubber, Ballinaglera, Co. Leitrim and the late Michael Flynn, Attyfinlay, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim and formerly Tarmon, Drumkeerin.

 

Maureen Gilrane, formally a staff nurse at Our Lady’s Hospitial, Manorhamilton, was predeceased by her husband Josie, and brothers Packie and John (RIP). Sadly missed by her beloved children, Ursula (McGarry), Seán, Fintan and Enda; son-in-law; daughters-in-law and all her loving grandchildren; her sister, Julia O’Loughlin (Carraroe); her brothers Joseph Sheridan (Killargue) and Eamon Sheridan (Wicklow).

Maureen, who is the mother of current Ballinaglera GAA Club Secretary, Enda, was laid to rest in Fahy Cemetery following a private family funeral on Sunday, March 22nd.

 

Michael Flynn (Attyfinlay, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim and formerly Tarmon, Drumkerrin) Retired staff of E.S.B. 20th March 2020 (after a short illness) at Sligo University Hospital. Surrounded by his loving family. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Dolores, sons Maurice, Micheal and Milo, daughters Fiona and Cara, daughter-in-law Bernadette, sons-in-law Lorcan, Alan and Brendan, grandchildren Joey, Luke, Sadhbh, Méabh and Femhé, sisters Catherine, Ann and Mary, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.

The late Michael’s funeral took place today, Monday March 23rd and was private in line with Covid-19 guidelines.

Leitrim GAA remembers the late Michael’s contribution towards the development of Avantcard Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada over many years as a most valued volunteer.

 

Ar dheis Dé go raibh said.