Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Friday evening, January 30

The following deaths have taken place:

- Ita Kernan, Dublin and Newtowncunningham

- Lawrence O'Toole, Finglas and Killybegs

- Rita McLaughlin, Lifford

- Tommy Curry, England and Glenswilly

- Catherine Gallagher, Ballyshannon

- Tom Lawne, Donegal Town

- Jim Doherty, Clonmany

- Betty Loughlin, Cloghan

- Mary Ferry, Falcarragh

- Michael Porter (Snr), Redcastle

Ita Kernan, Dublin and Newtowncunningham

The death has taken place of Ita Kernan, Killester, Dublin, and late of Newtowncunningham. She died in the loving care of the staff at the Sacred Heart Residence, Sybil Hill Road, Raheny.

Beloved sister of the late Frankie and Eileen, she is sadly missed by her loving sister Maureen, brothers Seamus and Anthony, sister-in-law Irene, her many loving nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, relatives and friends.

Her remains are reposing in the Fanagan Kirwan Funeral Home, Fairview Strand, on Monday afternoon from 3pm to 5pm.

Requiem Mass on Tuesday morning at 10am in St. Brigid’s Church, Killester, followed by a short service in the Seafield Room at the Fanagan Kirwan Funeral, Home Fairview Strand at 12noon.

Lawrence O'Toole, Finglas and Killybegs

The death has taken place of Lawrence O'Toole, late of Finglas and Killybegs. He passed peacefully away in the loving care of his family and the Palliative Care Team of the Mater Hospital.

Beloved son of the late Mary and Francis, loving brother of Brendan, Elizabeth, Mary, Rita and Bridget.

He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by his brother and sisters, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, friends and neighbours.

His remains are reposing at the Fanagan Funeral Home, Church Street, Finglas on Monday from 5pm to 7pm.

Removal on Tuesday morning to St Canice’s Church, Finglas arriving for 11am Requiem Mass followed by Cremation at Glasnevin Crematorium. Lawrence’s funeral Mass can be viewed live here

Rita McLaughlin, Lifford

The death has taken place of Rita (Margaret) McLaughlin, née Porter, 72 Croaghan Heights, Lifford, following a long illness, and in the peaceful embrace of her family at Donegal Hospice.

Much‑loved and devoted wife of Ian, loving mother to her heartbroken children Stephen (Nataly), Carina (Michael) and Daniel (Sarah), cherished Granny to Eve, Liam, Rónán, Reilly and Anamaria. She is sadly missed by her sisters and brother Jennifer Brolly, Benny Porter and Christina, Frances Foley, Monica O’Loughlin and Brian, Millie Colhoun and Danny, Helen Porter, and Pauline Porter, and lovingly remembered by her sisters‑in‑law Angela, Valerie, Moira, Claire and Rosemarie, all her nieces and nephews, the wider family circle, neighbours and friends. Rita was predeceased by her parents Bob and Maggie Porter, and her brother Eunan. 

The family kindly ask those attending the wake and funeral to be considerate and patient with Ian, who has moderate dementia and may struggle with conversation and recalling names.

Rita's remains are reposing in the family home.
Friday: Private to family, neighbours and close friends.
Saturday: Reposing at her late residence from 1pm to 9pm.
Sunday: Reposing from 1pm to 9pm.

Funeral from her late residence on Monday morning at 10.30am going to St Patrick’s Church, Murlog, for 11am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in Ballybrack Graveyard, Moville, F93 HK16. Mass may be viewed on the parish webcam

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Donegal Hospice, c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Tommy Curry, England and Glenswilly

The death has taken place suddenly at his residence, of Thomas Francis (Tommy) Curry, formerly of Coventry, England, and late of Glenswilly.

Predeceased by parents Peter and Maria, he is deeply regretted by brothers, Patrick, Michael and Peter. he is fondly remembered by his good neighbours, extended family members and many friends.

Tommy's remains will repose in Eternal Light Chapel Of Rest, Mountain Top Letterkenny, F92 XE35, on Sunday from 5 to 7pm.

Funeral Mass in St Columba's Church, Glenswilly on Monday at 11am, followed by interment in Kilpheak cemetery.

Catherine Gallagher, Ballyshannon

The death has taken place suddenly at her family home, of Catherine Gallagher, Cashelard, Ballyshannon, F94 DH51

Predeceased by her loving husband Michael, her beloved son Patrick and her daughter-in-law Patricia, she is forever loved and missed by her children Mary (Jimmy), John, Michael (Karen), Caroline (Shaun), Daniel (Siobhan), Brendan (Maggie), Lynda (Frank), Stephen (Eleanor), her 26 cherished grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and her beloved cousins Mary and Nano.

Her remains are reposing at her late residence on Friday from 6pm to 9pm and on Saturday from 12 Noon to 10pm. House private to family outside of reposing times and on the morning of the funeral please.

Removal on Sunday at 9.15am to arrive at St Mary's Church, Cashelard for Mass of the Resurrection at 10am followed by service of interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only; donations in lieu of flowers to the Northwest Hospice, The Mall, Sligo c/o Patrick McKenna Funeral Directors, Ballyshannon or any family member.

Tom Lawne, Donegal Town

The death has occurred peacefully at home of Tom Lawne, Drummeny Upper, Donegal Town.

Predeceased by his wife Vera, he is sadly missed by his loving, sons Peter (Roberta) and James (Helen), daughter Mary (John) grandchildren Francis, Joseph and Maria nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Tom’s remains will repose at Tír Conaíll Funeral Home, Drumrooske, Donegal from 1pm until 6.30pm on Friday, with removal from funeral home to St Agatha’s Church, Clar for 7pm.

Tom’s requiem Mass will be in St Agatha’s Church, Clar at 11am on Saturday with burial afterwards in adjoining graveyard.

Family flowers only donations in lieu of flowers to Donegal Community Hospital patient comfort fund in memory of Tom.

Jim Doherty, Clonmany

The peaceful death has occurred in Beach Hill Manor Nursing Home, Lisfannan, Buncrana of Jim Doherty (Pat), 7 The Cottages, Cleagh, Clonmany and formerly of Cloontagh, Clonmany.

Predeceased by his parents Johnny and Sarah, sisters Lizzy and Bridget and brother Patrick. Much loved brother of Kathleen, sadly missed by his brother in law, nieces, nephews, cousins, family, friends and neighbours.

Jim’s remains are reposing at St Collumbcille Oratory, Cleagh, Clonmany, with wake continuing on Friday from 3pm till 8pm, where all  are welcome to pay respects.

Funeral from the on Saturday morning at 10.40am going to St Mary’s Church, Clonmany for Requiem Mass at 11am with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Jim’s funeral Mass can be viewed live here.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to St Collumbcille Village, Cleagh C/O any family member or Mc Feeley Funeral Directors.

Betty Loughlin, Cloghan

The peaceful death has taken place at the Donegal Hospice of Betty Loughlin (nee Gallagher) of Ballykerrigan, Cloghan.

Beloved wife of Eunan, much loved mother to sons Patrick (Samantha), Eunan (Rosie), Daughter Irene (Chris). Dearly loved grandmother to Darian, Ethan, Kaleb, David, Anita, Krystel and Amber. Betty is predeceased by her parents Tommy, Mary and her brother Martin. She is survived by her sisters Bridie, Mary, Lena and Vera, Brothers Kevin and Tony.

Betty’s remains are reposing at the family home in Ballykerrigan, Cloghan, F93 RX8P with wake continuing from 12 noon until 9pm on Friday. Shuttle bus will operate from the Reelin Bar carpark, F93 R821, from 5pm. Family time outside reposing times and on the morning of the funeral. 

Requiem Mass on Saturday,  at 11am in the Church of Our Lady of Prepetual Succour, Glenfin. Service of interment is afterwards in Cill Mhuire Cemetery, Glenfin. Mass can be viewed on the parish webcam.

Family flowers only please donations if desired to Donegal Hospice care of any family member or Marley Funeral Directors.

Mary Ferry, Falcarragh

The death has taken place of Mary Ferry, née McGinley, of Derryreel, Falcarragh.

Much-loved and sadly missed by her children Manus, Jim, Neil, Maggie, Katie, Noel, Mary, Bríd and Grace, her loving grandchildren and great-grand children, daughters-in-law and son-in-law, her brother Noel and sister Catherine, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. She is predeceased by her loving husband Neil, brothers Paddy and Hughie, sisters Gracie and Maggie.

Her remains are reposing at her late residence with wake continuing on Friday from 11am to 10pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral please.

Funeral Mass in Holy Cross Church, Dunfanaghy on Saturday at 12 noon. Burial will take place afterwards in Doe Cemetery, Creeslough, F92E5N2. Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/Camera/holy-cross-church.

Michael Porter (Snr), Redcastle

The death has occurred of Michael Porter (Snr), late of Tullynavin, Redcastle. He passed away peacefully at the Nazareth House, Fahan surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his wife Roseann and much-loved father of Michael (Kelly); devoted granda of Stephen, Nadine, Blaíne, Summer-Rose, Brooklyn and Beau; he is predeceased by his brothers and sisters and sadly missed by his brother and sisters Maura, Nance, Nora and Pauraic, nieces and nephews, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.

Michael’s remains are reposing at Eamonn McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, Station Road, Carndonagh, F93 E4FN with wake continuing on Friday from 5pm to 8pm. All are welcome to pay respects.

Funeral from there on Saturday at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church Drung, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed live on www.stcolumbasdrung.net.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Nazareth House, Fahan C/O any family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director.

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