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Banshees of Inisherin actor to be laid to rest in Cootehall today

May 7, 2026 07:19
By Shannonside News
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Banshees of Inisherin actor to be laid to rest in Cootehall today
Gary Lydon

Gary Lydon had been living in the Cootehall area in recent years.

An award-winning actor who lived in north Roscommon will be laid to rest later today.

Gary Lydon had been living in the Cootehall area in recent years.

Mr Lydon, who was 61, was born in London to Irish parents, before moving to Wexford as a child.

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He was best known for his role in 'The Banshees of Inisherin' and his appearances in 'Love/Hate' and 'The Clinic'.

The late Mr Lydon also played the character of Bernie in the movie 'Lakelands,' which was shot in Granard.

He is survived by his sons Seanluke and James, of whom recently he shared the stage with stage at a production in Wexford.

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The funeral mass will take place in St Michael’s Church, Cootehall at 12 noon followed by interment afterwards in Kileenan Cemetery.

 

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