Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Thursday, February 12

The following deaths have taken place:

- Bridget Carr, Fanad

- Patrick De-Ward, Ballybofey

- Paddy Coll, Creeslough

- Gerald McFadden, Ramelton

- Pat (Daniels) Cunningham, Killybegs

- Isabel Greene, Pettigo

- Joe McGroarty, Ballintra

Bridget Carr, Fanad

The death has taken place of Bridget Carr, née Friel, Glinsk, Fanad. She passed away peacefully at her home, in her 101st year, surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her husband John; deeply regretted by her daughters Mary McElwaine and her husband Patrick (Ballylar), Christine McElwaine and husband John (Ballylar), Anne McColgan and husband Owen (Muff), Fidelma Mc Daid and husband Gary (Glenswilly), Bridgeen Doherty and husband Paddy (Killyclug), Martina Harley and husband Gerard (RIP 2022) (Rathdonnell), sons Shaun and wife Susan (Aughnagaddy), Patrick and wife Mari (Glinsk), Paul and wife Siobhan (Grovehall, Ramelton) and Enda and wife Brighdín (Cashelshanaghan); sadly missed by her adored 28 grandchildren and her eight great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and her many many friends.

Bridget's remains are reposing at her late residence with Rosary nightly at 9pm. A one-way traffic system will be in operation during the day (entry at Leatbeg crossroad and exit at Ladden). From 2 pm until 9.30pm minibus transport will be available with pick-up from the lay-by beside the Harry Blaney Bridge. Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.

Removal from there on Saturday arriving at St Mary's Church, Fanavolty for 11am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. The Requiem Mass will be recorded and will be available to view on The Mc Ateer Funeral Director Facebook Page later on Saturday.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Mevagh Voluntary Fire Service c/o any family member.

Patrick De-Ward, Ballybofey

The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital surrounded by his loving family, of Paddy De-Ward, Meencarrigach, Ballybofey F93 C862.

Beloved husband of the late Josephine, much loved father to sons Charles, Pauric (Helena), and daughters Deirdre (Gavin), and Joanne (Pat), dearly loved grandfather to Tommy, Siofra, Dualta, and Benny, cherished brother Mickey, Denis (Bridie) and the late Bridie, Andy and Charles. He is predeceased by his parents Patrick and Nancy.

His remains are reposing at his late residence with wake continuing on Thursday from 11am until 9pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral please.

Funeral leaving from there on Friday at 10.15 am for Requiem Mass at 11am in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar. Interment will take place afterwards in Stranorlar cemetery. The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the parish webcam 

Paddy Coll, Creeslough

The death has taken place at the Lakehouse Nursing Home, Portnablagh, of Paddy Coll, Massinass, Creeslough, F92 P654.

Sadly missed by loving wife Mary, his sons Charles, John and Stuart and daughters Terry and Anne, his grandchildren Patrick, Margaret, Mary, Aine, Evelyn, Olivia, Zoe and Jake, daughter in law Roberta, son-in-law John and step daughters Samantha and Kim, his nieces and nephews, his dear cousins Ann and Brid and his circle of family, friends and neighbours.

His remains are reposing at his late residence with wake continuing on Thursday from 2pm to 9pm. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral Mass in St Michael's Church, Creeslough on Friday at 11am, with burial afterwards in Doe Cemetery.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the church webcam 

Gerald McFadden, Ramelton

The death has taken place peacefully in Áras Uí Dhomhnaill Nursing Home, Milford, of Gerald McFadden, Aerhill, Tank Road, Ramelton, F92 W5Y4.

Deeply regretted by his loving family, Anthony (Nancy), Anne (Declan), Gerard, Michael (Nana), Brian (Lorraine), Fiona (Brian) and Adrian (Roisín), grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and friends. Predeceased by his loving wife Susie and brother Jim.

His remains are reposing at his home with wake continuing on Thursday from 12 noon until 10pm both days. Family time on the morning of the funeral.

Requiem Mass on Friday at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church, Ramelton, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Mass can be viewed on the church webcam

Family flowers only, donations if desired to Áras Uí Dhomhnaill Nursing Home Residents’ Comfort Fund, c/o any family member.

Pat (Daniels) Cunningham, Killybegs

The death has occurred of Pat (Daniels) Cunningham, 78 Emerald Drive, Killybegs formerly of Ballyara, Killybegs.

Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Cassie, his brothers Danny and Frankie and his sister Catherine and brother-in-law Jim; sadly missed by his nieces Mary (Eugene) and Cathryn (Pat) and his nephews Martin (Patrice), James (Noreen) and Enda (Rosaleen), grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family and friends.

Funeral Mass on Thursday in St Mary of the Visitation Church Killybegs at 11am with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

Isabel Greene, Pettigo

The death has occured of Isabel Greene, Belault, Pettigo. She passed away peacefully in the wonderful care of all at the Moycullen Nursing Home, County Galway, surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Eamonn. Isabel will be deeply missed by her four loving children Edward, John, Deirdre and Brenda, her sons-in-law, daughters-in-law and was adored by her cherished grandchildren Sarah, Catherine, Mark and Michelle who were her greatest joy. She is sadly missed also by her extended family, neighbours and many friends.

Funeral Mass on Thursday at 11am in St Mary's Church, Pettigo, followed by burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery where Isabel will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, Eamonn.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the Donegal Hospice.

Joe McGroarty, Ballintra

The death has taken place of Joe McGroarty, Moneymore, Ballintra, Donegal, F94 R7N3. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his parents, William and Anne Mc Groarty; cdeply regretted by his loving wife, Mary, children, Stephen, Lorraine, Paul, Michelle, Pauric and Aiden, sons-in-law, Hugo and Pascal, daughters-in-law, Geraldine, Donna and Sandra, grandchildren, Connor, Keelan, Ryan, Freya, Lochlann, Milo, Siomha, Mia, Odhran & Gabi, brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.

Family home private on the morning of the funeral, please. 

Funeral Mass on Thursday at 11am in St Brigid's Church, Ballintra, F94 AP84 followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Funeral Mass may be viewed online on www.churchservices.tv/ballintra

Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if so desired, to Irish Cancer Society.

If you have a death or an obituary you wish to have included free of charge on Donegal Live, Letterkenny Live or Inish Live, please e-mail news@donegallive.ie.