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The death has occurred of Bernadette (Bernie) McKenna (née McArdle), formerly of 5 Oliver Plunkett Park, Drumillard, and Henry Street, Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan, on Friday, 16th January, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at the home of her daughter Ann (McCooey), Drumganus Lower, Broomfield.
Predeceased by her parents Peter and Annie, husband Paddy, brothers Patrick, Leo, Mickey and Ronnie, sister Marie, and grandson Gavin.
Deeply regretted and lovingly remembered by her sons and daughters: Kevin (Eileen), Ann (Patrick), Siobhán (William), Chrissie (Mickey), Paul (Denise), Rosie (Nathan), John (Linda), Janette (Paul), Paudge (Kathy) and Thomas (Jamie Lee); brother Séamus; sisters Nora, Rose, Sheila and Angela; brother in law Tommy and Ruby McKenna, her 24 cherished grandchildren and 4 adored great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
“ May Bernie’s Gentle Soul Rest In Eternal Peace “
Bernie will repose at Wards Funeral Home, Castleblayney (A75NP30) tomorrow Saturday 17th, from 3pm until 6pm and at the home of her daughter Ann & Patrick Mc Cooey, (A75TY04) Drumganus Lower, Broomfield on Sunday from 3pm until 6pm.
Removal on Monday 19th from her daughter Anne’s residence in Drumganus Lower, Broomfield at 1:30pm to arrive at St. Mary’s Church, Castleblayney for funeral mass at 2pm, followed by private cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Palliative Care C/o Wards Funeral Home or by donation box.
Date Published:
Friday 16th January 2026
Date of Death:
Friday 16th January 2026
