10/11/2026
Edward (Val) McGovern, Drumahurk, Butlersbridge, Co. Cavan and formerly Swanlinbar (Co.Cavan), Tubbercurry (Co.Sligo) and Rush (Co.Dublin), Monday November 9th 2026, peacefully in the loving care of his family and the wonderful staff at Castlemanor Nursing Home, in his 96th year..
Retired member of An Garda SĂochána.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Joan and his parents Edward and Elizabeth.
Sadly missed by his loving son Val (Anne), daughters Linda (Walter), Vanessa (Kevin) and Rhonda, his adored grandchildren, Conor, Ciara, Cole, Aidan and Alan, his dear friend Teresa, all his extended family, good neighbours and his many friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at the McMahon Funeral Home, Farnham Road, Cavan (H12 C821) on Wednesday evening from 5pm until 7pm. Removal on Thursday morning at 10.30 a.m to St. Aidan's Church, Butlersbridge, arriving for a Funeral Mass at 11 O'Clock. Following Mass, the cortege will travel to Whitestown Cemetery, Rush, Co. Dublin for committal prayers and burial at approximately 2pm.
The McGovern family would like to thank the staff of Castlemanor Nursing Home for the care and kindness shown to Val during his time there.