The death has taken place of the founder and owner of the hugely successful 'Pat the Baker' bakery in Granard, Co Longford.
Pat Higgins founded 'Pat the Baker' in Longford town in 1953.
The company still has its headquarters in Moxham Street in Granard and has been the town's largest employer for the last 50 years and more.
Pat the Baker provides employment to over 400 people through direct employees and self-employed agents.
