Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Monday evening, October 13

The following deaths have taken place:

- Susan Duffy, Carrigans

- Rita Graham, Dunfanaghy

- Bridie Devine, Convoy

- Brian Richard Parke, Rathmullan

- Ralf Konarski, Bundoran 

- Seamus McNulty, Stranorlar

- Teresa Coyle, Scotland and Carndonagh

- Anne Madden, Galway and Fintown

- Dr John Bandtock, Clonmany

- Shay Quigley, Stranorlar

- William Maxwell, Glencolmcille

- Jim Hickey, Sligo and Derrybeg

- Grace Mary Norton, Antrim and Fintown

- Charlie Logan, Raphoe and London

- Bridget Lennon, London and Bruckless

Susan Duffy, Carrigans

The death has occurred of Susan Duffy (née Peoples), Dunmore, Carrigans.

Susan will be lovingly missed by her daughters Seána and Stephanie (Adrian); her grandchildren Liam (Zane) and Grace (David); her sister Annie Quinn, Galdonagh; her faithful companion Buddy the dog; and all her extended family and friends.

She is predeceased by her husband Liam, her parents James and Sarah, her brothers Jimmy and Johnny, and her sisters Nellie and Rose. 

House private, please. The funeral cortege will leave her residence on Thursday, October 16 at 11:30 a.m., proceeding to St. Baithin’s Church, St. Johnston, for 12:00 noon Requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only, please.

Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Oncology Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital, c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Rita Graham, Dunfanaghy

The peaceful death has taken place at her home of Rita Graham (née Moore), Forquar, Milford, F92 F750, formerly Main Street, Dunfanaghy.

Deeply regretted by her loving family, Karen, Sandra, Helen, and Kenneth, son-in-law Declan, daughter-in-law Sharon, grandchildren Nicole, Ellie, Cian, Hannah, and Rachel, great-grandchild Connor, brothers Jim and Tom, brothers-in-law John, David, and Victor, sisters-in-law Daphne, Margaret, Carmel and Sheila, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Reposing at her home on Monday, October 13, from 6pm until 10pm, and Tuesday from 12 noon until 10pm.

Funeral leaving her home on Wednesday afternoon at 1.15pm for service in Milford Presbyterian Church at 2pm.

Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Funeral service can be viewed on Patrick Sweeney Funeral Directors’ Facebook Page.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to the Respiratory Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital, c/o any family member.

Those attending the wake between 6pm and 10pm should park at Milford GAA grounds, F92 E6XN, and a bus will be provided from there.

Bridie Devine, Convoy

The death has occurred at her home of Bridie Devine, née Lafferty, Leaght, Convoy, F93 C9EC.

Beloved wife of Seamus, much-loved mother of Barry, loving sister of the late Dessie and Kieran, cherished daughter of the late Joe and Mary Lafferty.

Reposing at the family home on Monday, October 13 from 6pm.

Funeral from the family home on Wednesday at 10.20a.m. for Requiem Mass at 11am in St. Patrick’s Church, Crossroads, Killygordon. Interment afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard.

Family time please from 10pm until 12 noon and on the morning of the funeral.

Very deeply regretted and sadly missed by her entire family circle.

Brian Richard Parke, Rathmullan

The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Brian Richard Parke, Millbrook, Ballyboe, Rathmullan, (F92 V9W2).

Predeceased by his parents Jim and Kathleen and sister Jean. Brian will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his family, wife Anne (née McLoughlin), daughters Gillian (Malone) and Hilary (Proctor), son Brian Parke (Jnr), grandchildren, Ben, Ava, Joe, Ted and Emma, sons-in-law Stephen Malone and Brendan Proctor, daughter-in-law Ashlea Parke, brother Ian and sister Kathy, extended family, neighbours, and many friends.

Brian will repose at his late residence, Millbrook, Ballyboe, Rathmullan, on Monday, October 13, and Tuesday, the 14th of October from 2pm to 9pm on both days.

Funeral from there on Wednesday, going to St. Paul’s Church of Ireland, Ramelton (F92 VW22), for 2pm Service of Thanksgiving, followed by interment in St. Joseph’s Church Cemetery, Rathmullan (F92 E772).

Family time please, on the morning of the funeral.

Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to the Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital and the We Care Food Bank, Market Square. Letterkenny c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Rd., Letterkenny.

Ralf Konarski, Bundoran 

The death has occurred of Ralf (Rafal) Konarski, Sheil Avenue, Bundoran and formerly of Poland on October 9, 2025, suddenly while at home in Poland.

Beloved and loving partner of Sylwia and adored father to daughter Weronika and son Kacper.

 He will be forever loved and remembered by his loving partner, daughter and son, his mother Ewa, his brother Arek and all his extended family and his many friends.

He made Bundoran his home along with his loving partner Sylwia, and since moving here many years ago he loved the town and its community, Ralf was the kindest, helpful and heart-warming person to all he met and adored his family so much, he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

His Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday, October 16 in the Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea, Bundoran at 11am. Removal afterwards to St Ninnidh's Cemetery, Newtown Road, Bundoran for burial service.

Ralf's funeral Mass can be viewed live on the webcam. 

Seamus McNulty, Stranorlar

The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Seamus McNulty, Main Street, Stranorlar.

Beloved son of the late Johnny and Cassie, much-loved father to daughters Debbie (Ollie), Catherine (Declan), sons Ian (Viki), and Ronan (Ezarah).

Deeply regretted and lovingly remembered by his wife Margaret, daughters, sons, his 11 grandchildren, extended family, and friends.

Reposing at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Ollie Reid, Carrickmagrath, Ballybofey, F93 V9V6 on Monday, October 13, from 6pm to 10pm, and tomorrow, Tuesday, October 14, from 12noon until 10pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral, please.

Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday morning, October 15, at 10.20am via Millbrae, for 11am Requiem Mass in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar.

Interment in Stranorlar cemetery. The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the parish webcam.

Teresa Coyle, Scotland and Carndonagh

The death has taken place in Scotland of Teresa Coyle, dear mother of Fr Charles Coyle.

From Fr Charles: "On behalf of my sisters Louise Stewart and Michelle Muir, my dad Michael Coyle, and the rest of my family, I have to announce the death of our beloved wife, mother, and granny Teresa Coyle. After a short illness bravely fought, she passed away surrounded by her loved ones at home.

Thanks to everyone who has given us love and support over the last three months following her devastating diagnosis. Her faith was a great comfort to her."

Teresa’s remains will repose at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Carndonagh, from 6pm until 9pm on Monday, October 13, where all are welcome to pay their respects.

Removal from there, following prayers at 9pm on Monday, to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Carndonagh, to repose overnight.

Funeral Mass on Tuesday, October 13, at 11:00am followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Requiem Mass can be viewed live on the parish webcam.

Anne Madden, Galway and Fintown

The death has occurred of Anne Madden (née Quinn), Loughwell, Moycullen, Galway / Fintown, Donegal, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family in the comfort of her own home following a long illness bravely borne.

Predeceased by her parents, Paddy and Nellie Quinn, her brother Peadar Quinn, and her son-in-law Robert Seuferer.

Anne is loved and remembered by her loving husband Noel, her daughters Mary, Claire, and Caroline, her sons Raymond, Noel and Enda, daughters-in-law Brid, Yasmina and Ronja, sons-in-law Declan and Phillip, Grandchildren Ailbhe, Niall, Declan, Keelyn, Cora, Aurelia, Elias, Malachy and Maya, her sisters Mary Quinn(Laghey), Marjorie Browne (New York) her brothers John Quinn (Ardara) and Patsy Quinn (Birchill), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, all her extended family, neighbours and friends.

Reposing in Aiséirí Funeral Home, Moycullen, CoGalway (H91Y54A) on Tuesday, October 14  from 5pm until 7pm.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Anne on arrival to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Moycullen, at 12 noon on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

You may view the Mass live here.

Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA).

The family would like to thank the Galway Hospice and the Irish Motor Neuron Association, her public health nurses and carers for their great care, help and support to Anne.

Dr John Bandtock, Clonmany

The death has taken place of Dr John Bandtock, Bunacrick, Clonmany F93E7R2 and formerly Coventry.

Friend of Daniel Doherty, beloved father of Neil and Rodger, his daughters-in-law and grandchild, deeply missed by his extended family and friends, and all who knew him.

Remains reposing at his home from 11am till 8pm, family only please on the morning of the funeral.

All welcome to pay their respects.

Funeral leaving from there on Tuesday, October 14 at 10.30am, going to St Mary’s Church, Clonmany for Requiem Mass at 11am, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to St Vincent De Paul, Co any family member or Comiskey Funeral Directors.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live here.

Shay Quigley, Stranorlar

The death has occurred in the Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny of Shay Quigley, 2 Church View, Stranorlar, F93 V2W9, surrounded by his loving family.

Much loved partner of Rosie, dearly loved father of Eve, (Stephen), Jessica, (Stephen) devoted grandfather to Mya, Rion, James, and Croia, cherished son of Faye and Seamus, devoted brother to Mary (Eugene), Carmel (Tommy), Conor, Billy, (Karina), Ursula (Don).

Deeply regretted and lovingly remembered by his partner, daughters, father,mother, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, nephews, nieces extended family and friends.

Remains reposing at his late residence  from 12 noon until rosary at 9pm each day.

Funeral leaving his home on Tuesday at 10.20am for Requiem Mass in the the Church of Mary Immaculate Stranorlar at 11am.

Interment in Drumboe cemetery.

The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the parish webcam.

Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired directly to the Donegal Hospice or care of any family member.

Family time on the morning of the funeral please.

William Maxwell, Glencolmcille

The death has taken place of William Maxwell (SNR) of Cashel, Glencolmcille. He passed away at Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his brother Tom, he is sadly missed by his loving wife Pearl, daughters Edel (Josh), Sylvia (Michael), son William (Lynda) and his adored grandchildren Alice, Lily, Hannah and Greyson. Max, Michael and Jack and Katelyn and Robyn. He is survived by Brothers Henry (Alice), Cyril (Shelagh)

William's remains are reposing at McCab'es Funeral home F94 VCK1, on Monday from 2pm to 8pm and on Tuesday from 1pm to 5pm.

Funeral Service on Wednesday at 1pm in Church of Ireland, Glencolmcille with burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. 

Donations in lieu of flowers to Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny.

Jim Hickey, Sligo and Derrybeg

The death has taken place of Seamus (Jim) Hickey, Ballincastle, Cliffoney, Sligo and Derrybeg. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the exceptional care of the staff of Medical North, Sligo University Hospital.

He will be sadly missed and always remembered by his devoted wife Patricia, much loved father of Kevin, Joan (Watters), Angela (Rooney) Marion and Vincent. Adored granddad of Talliah, Caitlin, Lily Anne, Caoimhe and Dillon. Sons-in-law; Declan and Michael. Brothers Tom, Hughie and John, sister Bríd (Hughes). Brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbours and friends.

His remains are reposing at Mc Gloin’s Funeral Home, Chapel Road, Cliffoney on Monday evening from 4pm until 8pm. House strictly private please. 

Funeral arriving to St. Molaise’s Church, Cliffoney on Tuesday for 12noon Funeral Mass. Burial will take place afterwards in Keelogues Cemetery, Ballintrillick. Jim’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.facebook.com/ahamlishparishsligo/

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Alzheimer’s Society c/o Mc Gloin Undertakers, Cliffoney, Co. Sligo.

Grace Mary Norton, Antrim and Fintown

The death has occurred of Grace Mary Norton, née McDevitt, Ballyclare, Antrim and formerly of Fintown. She passed away peacefully in her 99th year on October 8. 

Beloved wife of the late Joe RIP. Much loved mother of Deirdre, Eamonn, Peter and Grainne. Mother-in-law of Paula, Joanne, Conor and the late Andrew. A devoted grandmother and great-grandmother.

Grace's remains will be reposing at 101 Boghill Road, Templepatrick, BT39 0HS from Monday, October 13. 

Requiem Mass will be held in St Bernard’s Church, 165 Antrim Road, Glengormley on Thursday, October 16 at 9.45am, followed by committal at Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium at 3pm. No flowers please. 

Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Children’s Hospice online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm).

Charlie Logan, Raphoe and London

The death has taken place of Charlie Logan, London, and formerly of The Diamond, Raphoe, County Donegal. He passed away in London on October 3 aged 78 years.

Charlie is lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his devoted wife Kathleen, his children Emma, Brian, and Kevin, his cherished grandchildren, his brother Ollie, sisters Etta, Gertie and Jean, nieces, nephews, extended family, and many dear friends. He will be fondly remembered by all his family in London, Raphoe, and his connections in Buncrana. Charlie was predeceased by his beloved parents Charlie and Sadie Logan, and his brothers Tommy and Willie.

A short service with prayers will also be held at the Roman Catholic Church of St Paul, Harefield UB9 6DG on Wednesday, October 15 at 7pm.

The funeral service for Charlie is at the Roman Catholic Church of St Paul, Harefield on Thursday, October 16 at 11am. For those unable to attend in person, both services can be viewed online on the church webcam Committal will take place at 12.30pm at St Mary's Church, Harefield, Church Hill, Harefield, Middlesex, UB9 6DU

After the service, you are warmly invited to join Charlie's family at The Shamrock Sports and Social Club to share a drink and memories in his honour.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, can be made to Cancer Research UK in his memory.

Bridget Lennon, London and Bruckless

The death has occurred of Bridget (Breege) Lennon, née McNern, Winchmore Hill, London and formerly Church View, Bruckless. She passed away peacefully with her family by her side.

Predeceased by her parents Joe and Maggie McNern, she is sadly missed and lovingly remembered by husband Matty, daughter Sharon, sons Mark and Barry, daughter-in-laws Maxine and Sophy, much adored grandmother of James, Ellie, Jack, Matthew, Bea and Molly, brothers Brian, Sean, Jim, Martin, sisters Margaret and Geraldine, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-laws, nieces, nephews, dear friend Nanda and wide circle of friends in Ireland and London.

Funeral Mass on Thursday, October 16 at St Monica’s Church, Stonard Road, Palmers Green, London N13 4DJ. Mass can be viewed on the St Monica’s webcam

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