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21/01/2026

EX TROOPER BERNARD (BERNIE) LEAHY
We were saddened to hear of the passing of our friend and former colleague ex Trooper Bernard (Bernie) Leahy. He passed away in Mullingar Hospital yesterday January 20th 2026. He enlisted in the army circa 1963; he was posted to the 3rd Garrison S & T in Limerick. He served two tours of duty in Cyprus with the 3rd Infantry Group 1964, and with the 42nd Infantry Battalion in 1965. When the trouble started on the border he was posted to A Coy 15th Infantry Group in Longford. In Longford Bernie met the love of his life, Jenny whom he married, he never left. In 1972 he joined the 4th Motor Squadron, and served with that Unit, he was a very dedicated, reliable, soldier. He was not a great story-teller, if asked about a purchase or procedure he could recall every detail, no matter how insignificant, and when you thought he was finished and itching to leave, he would hold you with the words “wait till you hear the best bit.” He left the army in the early eighties and worked for many years in Longford Tool & Plastic. Bernie was a loyal friend, a dedicated husband and great family man. To his wife, family, relatives, and friends we offer our sincere condolences. Rest in peace old friend.
Funeral Arrangements: Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Friday 23rd January from 6.00pm concluding with prayers at 8.00pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday 24th January in St.Mel’s Cathedral at 11.00am , followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium Cavan at 2.00pm.
Images of Bernie and Unit and Command Flashes.

03/12/2025

No trip to the border would be complete without visiting Paddy Kelly/Gary Sheehan memorial in Ballinamore, the Military Post Ballyconnell, and The Crows Nest with old friends Charlie Reilly and Adoghan O Neill, and Gerry Drumm who missed the photo shoot.

01/12/2025

TONY HEALY 4th CAVALRY
We were saddened to hear of the passing of our former colleague and great friend, Anthony (Tony) Healy, who died on Sunday 29th of November 2025, at his residence. He had been ill for some time. He enlisted in the army circa 1985, and after basic training in Columb Barracks Mullingar, he was posted to 4th Motor Squadron in Longford. He was a quiet, unassuming, dedicated soldier, very dependable, and his expertise in driving all army transport was second to none. He served in South Lebanon with the 65th Infantry Battalion in 1989, He left the army in 1991 and worked as a long-distance truck driver, he kept in touch with many of his former colleagues, down through the years. To his wife, family, relatives, and friends, we offer our sincere condolences. Rest in peace, old friend.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: As per Anthony’s wishes a private cremation will take place. A Memorial Mass will take place followed by interment of cremains, at a later date.
Some images of Tony’s military days posted.

27/11/2025

WALTER GIBBONS 4 CAV/17TH BATTALION
We were saddened to hear of the sudden passing of our former colleague and great friend, Walter Gibbons, who died on Wednesday 26th of November 2025, at his residence. He enlisted in the army in 1985, and after basic training in Athlone, he was posted to 4th Motor Squadron in Longford. After a few years of border duty, he transferred to C Company 17th Infantry Battalion as storeman driver. In 1990 he served with the 67th Battalion in Lebanon, two other overseas trips with 70th Battalion in 1991 and 74th Battalion in 1993 followed in quick succession. His dedication and commitment to his comrades and his duties was always to the fore. Always a proud Cavalry man, when he left the army he joined the Glengarry Club, and attended many of their events, including the annual Cabo Roig Saint Patrick’s Day parade, on several occasions. To his family, relatives, and friends, we offer our sincere condolences. Rest in peace, old friend.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: Reposing at McHugh’s Funeral Home, Strokestown (F42 RK72) , on Sunday, November 30th, from 3pm-6pm. Mass of the Resurrection will take place on Monday, December 1st, at 11am, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strokestown, Burial afterwards in Ballinderry Cemetery. House private please.
Some images of Walter, and the Units he served with posted here.

17/11/2025

SERGEANT PADDY CULLEN
We were saddened to hear of the death of our former colleague and great friend, Paddy Cullen, who passed to his eternal reward after a long illness on Sunday 16th of November. He enlisted in the army in 1985, and after basic training in Athlone, Paddy came to Longford in 1986 where he completed a three-star course with other young soldiers of the 4th Motor Squadron. One of life’s gentlemen, he was a very friendly, happy outgoing soldier, who could be depended on in any situation. His Aussie twang and his sunny disposition endeared him to all that knew him. He worked in the orderly room in Longford and was always very helpful to those that sought his assistance. After a couple of years he moved to the 17th Infantry Battalion, he served overseas with the 66th Battalion. At the time of his death, he was serving with A Company 6th Infantry Battalion. To his wife Josephine, family, relatives, and many friends we offer our sincere condolences.
Rest in peace, old friend
Funeral Arrangements: Reposing at Smyth’s Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) on Tuesday evening from 5 o’c until 7 o’c. Removal from his home on Wednesday morning at 10.30 o’c arriving at St Mary’s Church, Ballagh for Mass of the Resurrection at 11 o’c. Burial afterwards in Kilgefin Cemetery.
Some images of Paddy and the Units he served with posted above.

11/11/2025

Everyone welcome to this event on November 21 next

09/11/2025

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY LONGFORD
The Peter Keenan Branch of the Organization of National Ex service Men and Women in conjunction with Longford County Council held a commemoration at Longford Great War Memorial this morning at 11 o clock. In glorious sunshine a large attendance turned out for the ceremony. The branch presented certificates to our great supporters Pat H***y and Anthony Keenan and conferred honorary membership on them for their great support to the ONET over the years. The chairman of the branch would like to thank all that participated in the ceremony honoring our dead. Some images posted here.

02/11/2025

JAMES (BLONDIE) HUSSEY
It was with great sadness we heard of the passing of our great friend and former colleague Jimmy Hussey. Blondie as he was affectionately known died on October 31st 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He enlisted in the army in Custume Barracks Athlone in May 1972. After basic training he was posted to the 4th Motor Squadron in Connolly Barracks Longford. In a very busy border unit, he proved to be a very dependable soldier, well capable of carrying out any task, no matter how challenging. He left the army after six years to take up employment in civilian life but kept in touch with those he had served with throughout the years. Rest in peace old friend. To his wife Mary, family, relatives, and many friends we offer our sincere condolences.
Photo of members of 6th Platoon, Custume Barracks Athlone 1972, Blondie second left back row.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: Reposing at Glennon’s Funeral Home, Ballinalee Road (N39 EC81) on Tuesday 4th November from 6.00pm concluding with prayers at 8.00pm. Mass of the Resurrection on Wednesday 5th November at 11.00am in St. Mel’s Cathedral, interment afterwards in Ballymacormack cemetery. House private for family and close friends please.

21/09/2025

PRESENTATION TO PAUL WILLIAMS
On Friday September 26th the Peter Keenan Branch of the Organization of National Ex-Service Personnel will make a presentation to ex Sgt Paul Williams of E Company (Easy Coy) Mohill, 17th Infantry Battalion, in recognition of his service to that Unit. The presentation will take place in Clarkes, Greyhound Bar Longford at approx. 8.30 pm. All military veterans are welcome to attend, especially those that served with Paul down through the years. Those wishing to attend Veterans Day on Sunday 28th of September, submit names for bus by Wednesday 24th of September.

14/09/2025

ANNUAL MASS DECEASED MEMBERS
Our annual mass for deceased members was held today; the weather was bad but still large numbers turned our for this very special event. The chair of the Peter Keenan Branch would like to thank all who were present and all who contributed to the ceremony. Unfortunately, we have not images of all who were there, but Lalin and Michael Croghan may have more images to post. Those photos were taken inside in Herterich’s fantastic venue while refreshments were being served.

11/09/2025

ANNUAL MASS DECEASED MEMBERS
Our annual mass for deceased members is one of the most important days of the year for the Peter Keenan Branch. The Mass will take place in St Mel’s Cathedral on Sunday the 14th of September at 1.00 o clock. The names of soldiers who died while serving will be remembered in a special way. Also, our comrades who died since our mass last year will be remembered alongside all that passed away down through the years. After the Mass in the Cathedral a wreath laying ceremony will take place in the Garden of Remembrance in
Great Water Street. Refreshments will be served in Herterichs venue at Pig Market Lane afterwards. All family members of the deceased are invited to attend.
Images of those that died in service from Hugh Farrells history of the Squadron which be launched in the next few months.

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