Death notices for Donegal on Wednesday evening, September 17

The following deaths have taken place:

- Kathleen Doherty (née Dunnion), Laghey

- Marian Johnston (nee Haughey), Rosbeg, and Teelin

- Dan Greene, Loughanure

- Majella Duffy (Duey), Glengad

- Joan McGee (née Gallagher), Carrigans

Kathleen Doherty (née Dunnion), Laghey

The death has occurred peacefully of Kathleen (Kate) Doherty Ní Dunnion, Tullygallan, Laghey, F94 E0X4, aged 69, formerly of Orbeg, Saint Joseph’s Avenue, Donegal Town, and Laghey.

She passed away peacefully at her family home on September 16 after a tough battle, surrounded by the tender care of her loving family.

Born on August 3, 1956, Kate was predeceased by her beloved granddaughter Baby Lauryn, her parents Mary and Denis, and her brother John.

She will be forever missed by her devoted husband Michael, her cherished children Linda (Joe), Shane (Jayne), Stephen (Karen), and Laura, and her adored grandchildren Callum, Dylan, Eoin, Emie, Kaiya, Kadi, Codyn, Jessica, Aaron, Odhran, Cara, and baby Bobby. 

Kate is also deeply mourned by her sisters Margaret, Nelly (Seamus Rip) Marion (Puis) and Paula (Jim) her brothers Con (Sarah) Denis (Cath) and Peter (Eileen) Brother-in-law’s Denis (Bredge), Joe (Susan) Eamonn(Tina) Eileen (Raymond) Marie (Willie RIP) her aunt Kathleen Cannon and Uncle Tommy Gillespie, sisters-in-laws, brothers-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours, her many good friends, and the countless families whose children she lovingly cared for over the years.

Remains reposing at her late residence at Tullyearl, Laghey, F94 E0X4, on Wednesday, September 17 from 3pm until 9pm and from 2 pm until 10pm on Thursday, September 18.

Removal to St Brigid’s Church, Lisminton, Ballintra, Co Donegal on Friday at 10:15 am for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am, with interment to the adjoining cemetery immediately afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Marian Johnston (nee Haughey), Rosbeg, and Teelin

The death has taken place of Marian Johnston (nee Haughey), Dawros Rosbeg, Co.Donegal (Formerly Ballymore Teelin) on the 17th September 2025.

She passed away peacefully in the loving care of Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny. Predeceased by her Husband Neil, Parents Con and Kathleen.

Sadly missed by her sons John Paul and Noel (Tara) daughters Madeline (Donal) and Mary (John), grandchildren Chloe, Cayden, Paige, Jay and Oisín and all her relatives neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Shovlin's Funeral Home Sandfield F94N923 on Wednesday 17th September from 7pmto 9pm and Thursday from 2pm-5pm.

Removal from there on Thursday, September 18 at 5pm to St Conal’s Church Kilclooney for 6pm, with requiem Mass at 11am on Friday morning, 19th September, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to Donegal Hospice c/o any family member.

Marian’s Family would like to thank all the staff of Letterkenny Hospital & Donegal Hospice for their care and kindness shown to Marian during her time there.

Dan Greene, Loughanure

The death has taken place in The Lakehouse Nursing Home Portnablagh of Dan Greene Loughanure.

His remains will repose in McGlynns Funeral Home, Dungloe on Wednesday 17 from 4pm until Rosary at 8pm followed by removal to his home in Loughanure.

House is private please and also on the morning of the funeral.

Removal from his home on Thursday morning for 11am funeral Mass in St Mary's Star of the Sea Church, Annagry, followed by burial in Dungloe Cemetery.

Majella Duffy (Duey), Glengad

The peaceful death has taken place at her home of Majella Duffy (Duey), Bunn, Glengad F93 K0E4.

Predeceased by her husband Johnny, her parents Rose and Andy Davenport and brother Gerard.

Much loved mother of Darren (Susan), Michelle (Kevin) and Patricia (Aiden) and devoted granny of Jessie, Emma, Danny and Shay, and sadly missed by her life long friend Teish.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sisters Esther and Mary K, her brother Phelim, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, all her work Colleagues at Inishowen Oil Company, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.

Majella’s remains will leave Eamonn McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, Station Road, Carndonagh F93 E4FN on Monday, September 15 at 7pm going to her home.

Funeral from there on Thursday, September 18 at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Aughaclay followed by Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director Facebook page.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to the Patients Comfort Fund, Carndonagh Community Hospital C/O any family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director.

Artie McGinley, Ballindrait and Strabane 

The death has taken place on September 15 at Melmount Manor of Artie Mc Ginley, 20A Newtown Street, Strabane and formerly of Gortin North, Ballindrait.

Beloved husband of the late Eileen, much-loved father of Kieran, Martin, Donna and Tony, dearly loved son of the late Con and Bridget Mc Ginley and brother of Jean, Conal and the late Peggy, Bridie, Patsy and Jackie.

Reposing at his home on Monday, September 15 from 6pm. 

Family time please from 10pm to 11am. and on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral leaving his home on Wednesday, September 17 at 10.25am for Requiem Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Derry Road, Strabane at 11am.

Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughter, grandchildren, brother, sister and family circle.

The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam.

Joan McGee (née Gallagher), Carrigans

The sudden passing has occurred of Joan McGee (née Gallagher), 2 Millpark, Carrigans, Co. Donegal, F93 WY01.

Joan will be lovingly missed by her son Christopher (Denise), daughter Joanne (Christopher), her partner Des Devlin, grandchildren Calvin and TJ, sisters and brothers Bernie, Marie, Pauline, Geraldine, Dolores, Martin, David, Neil, Oliver, Jimmy, Tony, and Paul, as well as her nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Joan is predeceased by her parents Mary and John, her brother Tommy, sister Nora, nephew Brian McDaid, and niece Noeleen Moore. May they all Rest in Peace.

Joan’s remains will be reposing at her late residence, 2 Millpark, Carrigans, from 12:00pm on Tuesday, September 16 and all day Wednesday, September 17.

The funeral cortege will leave her residence on Thursday, September 18 at 10:00am, proceeding to St Baithin’s Church, St. Johnston, for 11:00am requiem Mass.

Cremation will follow at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. Family flowers only, please.

Donations in lieu, if desired, to Cancer Care West, c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

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