Ryan's Funeral Directors Ashbourne

04/03/2026

The death has occurred of Frank Davis, Borranstown, Ashbourne, peacefully at The Mater Private Hospital, Dublin.

Predeceased by his beloved wife, Kathleen.

Sadly missed by his family; his sister Florrie, nephew Damien, nieces, nephews, Kathleen’s family, and his many good neighbours and friends.


May Frank Rest in Peace.


Reposing at Ryan's Funeral Home, Ashbourne (A84 CX52), 5pm to 7pm this Thursday evening. Removal on Friday morning to The Church Of The Assumption, Garristown, arriving for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Ballymadun Cemetery.

28/02/2026

The death has occurred of Elizabeth O'Dowd, Broadmeadow Green, Ashbourne, formerly of Ballina, Co. Mayo, who passed away peacefully at Ratoath Manor Nursing Home, Ratoath, Co. Meath.

Predeceased by her parents Matt & Monica O'Dowd. Loving sister of Deirdre (Kirk), Joyce (Boate), Emer, (Mullins), Aileen (Gough) & Pat. Sadly missed by her family,brothers-in-law Mike, Trevor, Noel & Sean sister-in-law Gillian, nieces,nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family, friends & neighbours.


May Elizabeth Rest In Peace.


Reposing at Ryan's Funeral Home, Ashbourne (A84CX52) on Thursday morning from 10am with removal at 10:45am to The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Ashbourne for Funeral Mass at 11am
Livestream: https://www.churchservices.tv/ashbourne
followed by Cremation Service in Dardistown Crematorium at 1:30pm Livestream:
https://www.dctrust.ie/location/dardistown/dardistown-chapel-webstreaming.html

Family flowers only, donations, if desired to a charity of your choice.

24/02/2026

The death has occurred of Kathleen Smyth (née Dungan), Painestown, Dunshaughlin / Ballyboughal, Dublin, peacefully at Hillview Nursing Home, Rathfeigh surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her parents, sister Marie, brother Peter and her grandson Darren.

Loving wife of Sean and dear mother of Declan, Raymond and Brian. Sadly missed by her family her adored grandchildren, daughters-in-law Fionnuala, Helen and Caren, brothers James and John, sister Christine, sisters-in-law Betty, Bridie and Marie and her husband Tim, nieces, nephews,relatives and her many good neighbours and friends.


May Kathleen Rest In Peace.


Reposing at her home (A85 VP99) from 4pm to 7pm this Wednesday evening. Removal on Thursday morning to The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Rathfeigh (C15 R584) arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

24/02/2026

The death has occurred of Mary Chubb, Brindley Park Green, Ashbourne, (originally from Sheriff Street, Dublin). Mary passed away peacefully at Dunshaughlin Care Home, surrounded by her loving family.

Devoted mother to Ali, Dee, Ciaran and Conor, and mother-in-law to Debbie. Adored Nana to Charlie, Evie and Noah. Loving partner to Kevin. Beloved sister of Fran and Michael.

Mary will be very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her heartbroken family, sisters-in-law Antoinette and Carol, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and her wide circle of friends.


May Mary Rest In Peace.


Reposing at her daughter's residence in Ratoath (A85 H704) on Thursday evening from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Friday morning to The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Ashbourne arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am (live stream:
https://www.churchservices.tv/ashbourne )
followed by burial in Fingal Cemetery, Dublin.


Gone to her heavenly home and returned to the loving arms of her Mam Peggy and Dad Michael.


Family flowers only, donations, if desired,to The Alzheimer Society of Ireland.

24/02/2026

The death has occurred of Peter Owens, Ashbourne. Peter passed away peacefully at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin.

Predeceased by his parents and his brothers and sister.

Beloved husband of Fionnuala. Devoted father to Jennifer and Anthony, and father-in-law to George and Shauna. Cherished grandfather of his adored granddaughters Ellie, Olivia, Isabelle and Sadhbh.

Peter will be very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his heartbroken wife, family, brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended family, neighbours, and many friends.


May Peter Rest In Peace.

A Celebration of Life Service for Peter will take place at Glasnevin Crematorium on Thursday at 14:30pm.

Donations, if desired, to ARC Cancer Support Centre, Dublin

10/02/2026

The death has occurred of Caroline (Carrie) Crean (née Murphy), Ashbourne, Co. Meath, previously of Carnew Street and Beneavin Park.

Died peacefully in Dunboyne Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Alec, son Michael, son-in-law Ciarán, and sisters Peggy, Joan, and Agnes.

Sadly missed by her children Peter, Alan, Carol, Mary, and Paul, son-in-law John, daughters-in-law Ger, Moira, and Helene, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends.

May Carrie Rest In Peace.


Reposing at Ryan’s Funeral Home Ashbourne (A84 CX52) from 5pm to 7pm this Thursday evening. Removal on Friday morning to The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Ashbourne arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am which can be viewed live at
https://www.churchservices.tv/ashbourne
Burial afterwards in Glasnevin Cemetery.

01/02/2026

Funeral Arrangements Have Been Added

**Funeral Arrangements Have Been Added **

The death has occurred of Pamela (Pam) Collier (née Newell), Racehill, Ashbourne, formerly of Jamestown Road, Finglas. Pam passed away peacefully at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Barney, and her brothers David and, more recently, Fred.

Sadly missed by her family; her devoted son Darren, her adored grandchildren Eva and Sam, daughter-in-law Nicola, sister Bell, brother-in-law John, sisters-in-law Jean and Doreen, nieces, nephews and her many good neighbours and friends


May Pam Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Ryan’s Funeral Home Ashbourne (A84 CX52) from 5pm to 7pm this Tuesday evening. Funeral service on Wednesday February 4th at 11am in St Canice’s Church of Ireland, Finglas (D11 TW60) followed by cremation at 12:30pm in Glasnevin Crematorium.


Family Flowers Only, donations if desired to Dogs Trust Ireland.

30/01/2026

The death has occurred of Susan Browne (née Mulvaney), Ballyboughal Square, Ballyboughal, Co. Dublin, suddenly in Beaumont Hospital on 29th January 2026, surrounded by her loving husband Jimmy, her daughters Tina, Mandy, Lisa, Samantha and Jackie, her son James; and their partners. She will be sadly missed by all her grandchildren, her mother Bernadette, her brothers, sisters, in-laws, and all her extended family and friends.


May Susan Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Ryan’s Funeral Home Ashbourne (A84 CX52) from 5pm to 7pm this Thursday evening. Removal on Friday morning to Church of the Assumption, Ballyboughal arriving for Funeral Mass at 11:30am followed by burial in Ballymadun cemetery.

30/01/2026

**Funeral Arrangements Have Been Added **

The death has occurred of Pamela (Pam) Collier (née Newell), Racehill, Ashbourne, formerly of Jamestown Road, Finglas. Pam passed away peacefully at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Barney, and her brothers David and, more recently, Fred.

Sadly missed by her family; her devoted son Darren, her adored grandchildren Eva and Sam, daughter-in-law Nicola, sister Bell, brother-in-law John, sisters-in-law Jean and Doreen, nieces, nephews and her many good neighbours and friends


May Pam Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Ryan’s Funeral Home Ashbourne (A84 CX52) from 5pm to 7pm this Tuesday evening. Funeral service on Wednesday February 4th at 11am in St Canice’s Church of Ireland, Finglas (D11 TW60) followed by cremation at 12:30pm in Glasnevin Crematorium.


Family Flowers Only, donations if desired to Dogs Trust Ireland.

19/01/2026

The death has occurred of Rita Stewart (née O’Toole), Formerly of Bachelors Walk, Ashbourne, Co. Meath and Inishturk, Co. Galway., peacefully at Dunshaughlin Care Home, Co. Meath surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Jimmy, her parents Edward and Agnes, her sisters Mary, Delia, Nora, Teresa, Lena and her brothers Patrick, Martin and John. Rita will be sadly missed by her loving family John (Bernie), James (Kookai), Eamon (Lindsay), Patrick (Jamie), Jacqueline (Muiris) and Michael (Eimear), her adored grandchildren Jasmine, Ben, Jamie, Orla, Freya, Ava, Jimmy, Evan, Lauren, Siún and Aoife, great-grandchildren Elle, Ruby and Cora, her brother Eddie, brother-in-law Joe, sister-in-law Hannah, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

May Rita Rest In Peace.


Reposing at Ryan's Funeral Home, Ashbourne (A84CX52) on Wednesday evening from 5pm with removal at 7:15pm to The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Ashbourne. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 11am
Livestream:
https://www.churchservices.tv/ashbourne
followed by burial in St. Declan's Cemetery, Ashbourne.


Rita’s family would like to express their gratitude to all of the staff at Dunshaughlin Care Home, and previously at Heatherfield Nursing Home, for the care and compassion shown towards Rita during her time in both nursing homes.

16/01/2026

The death has occurred of Johnny May, Brookville, Ashbourne. Johnny passed away peacefully after spending a few months in hospital.

Beloved husband of Breda and cherished father of Barry and Alica. Dearly missed father-in-law of Sara and proud grandfather of Joe and Sofia. Much-loved brother to Ailis, Marian, Una and Kathryn, whose support were a great comfort throughout his illness. Valued brother-in-law to Seán and Michael and fondly missed by his nephews.

Johnny will be remembered for his kind nature, quiet strength and dry wit. He faced his illness with courage and dignity, surrounded by his family’s love. His gentle humour and steady presence will always remain in our hearts.


Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam


Reposing at Ryan’s Funeral Home Ashbourne (A84 CX52) from 5pm to 7pm next Tuesday evening. Removal on Wednesday morning to The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Ashbourne arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am which can be viewed live at
https://www.churchservices.tv/ashbourne
followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.


Family flowers only please.

Donations, if desired, to the Meath Branch of Multiple Sclerosis Ireland.
https://www.idonate.ie/team/MSMeathBranch

16/01/2026

USA Funeral Arrangements Have Been Added

The death has occurred of Ciaran O’Reilly (formally of Collierstown Tara), in San Francisco, California.

Predeceased by his father Fergal and his sisters Noreen and Rosemary. Beloved husband of Annmarie and loving father of Aine, Maeve and Evan.

Sadly missed by his family, his heartbroken mother Breda, brothers John, Brendan, Michael and Paul, sisters Patricia, Helen and Ann, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.


May Ciaran Rest In Peace.


Ciaran’s Funeral will take place on Saturday, 17th January, in San Francisco, California, at approximately 8.00pm Irish time.

Ciaran’s service can be viewed live here
https://www.viewlogies.net/sso/LqG8_6qV6?pin=506200

A Funeral Mass will take place in St. Colmcille’s Church, Skryne at a later date.