Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday evening, February 21, 2023

The following deaths have occurred:

- Martin Greene, Bunbeg / Brisbane / Bray

- Rocco McGinley, Buncrana 

- Nellie (Bharney) Mhic Niallais (née Ferry), Derrybeg

- Kathleen McGurn (née Keenan), Cherrymount, Ballyshannon

- Rose Langan, Newbliss, Monaghan and formerly of Glenties

- Seamus Sweeney, Letterfad, Termon

- Ivan Potts, Magheracallaghan, Castlefin

- Donal De Barra, Middletown, Derrybeg

- Danielle Longmore, (née Honan), Wicklow and formerly Donegal

- Simon Nolan, London and Donegal Town

Martin Greene, Bunbeg / Brisbane / Bray

The death has occurred of Martin Greene of Bunbeg and formerly of Brisbane, Australia and Bray, Co. Wicklow, died on Saturday, February 18, 2023, following a short illness, fought with great courage and dignity. #

He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his loving partner Caroline and his family Ciara-Leigh, Tiarnán and Elizabeth, also by his brothers and sisters and his extended family and friends.

Funeral Service on Saturday, February 25 at 10am in Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to The Mater Foundation. For those who are unable to attend, the service may also be viewed on https://www.churchservices.tv/colliersbray

Rocco McGinley, Buncrana 

The death has occurred of Rocco McGinley, 1 Tirmacool Rd, Buncrana.

Beloved Son of Yvonne and Wade McGinley loving Brother of Warren, Jordan, Dean, Cooper, Winter Lily, Arya and Bodhi Dear Grandson of Carl and Anna McGinley and Mary Hegarty and the late Desmond Hegarty R.I.P. House Private today Tuesday for family only. Remains will repose at his home from Wednesday, February 22.

Removal from there on Friday at 9.15am going to St Mary's Oratory for 10am requiem mass with burial afterwards in Cockhill Cemetery.

Family flowers only donations if desired to Letterkenny University Hospital Pediatric Ward. Family time from 11pm to 11am.

Nellie (Bharney) Mhic Niallais (née Ferry), Derrybeg

The sudden death has taken place in Letterkenny University Hospital of Nellie (Bharney) Mhic Niallais, Middletown, Derrybeg, originally from Brinlack. Predeceased by her husband Sean Andy and her son Neil.

Sadly missed by her daughter Gráinne, son-in-law Noel, grandchildren; Seaghán, Liam & Darragh, brothers Owenie, Brian, Noel, Josie & Neil-Paul, sisters; Marion and Peggyann, in-laws, nieces, nephews and extended family & friends.

Removal from The Eternal Light, Chapel of Rest, Letterkenny today (Tuesday) to Roarty's Funeral Home, Derrybeg (F92A3V5).

Her remains will repose there until rosary time tonight at 9pm and again tomorrow from 2pm until rosary time at 8pm.

Removal to the family home afterwards to repose overnight. House private to family, neighbours & friends.

Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Chapel, Derrybeg on Thursday afternoon at 1.30pm, with interment afterwards in Magheragallon Cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Directors Facebook page https://bit.ly/3DoIMm.

Kathleen McGurn (née Keenan), Cherrymount, Ballyshannon

The death has occurred of Kathleen McGurn (née Keenan), Cherrymount, Ballyshannon, F94 XD88. February 20, 2023. Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late PJ, much loved mother of Paraic, (Anne), Cherished nana of Neasa, Patrick & Clodagh. Sister of PJ (Irene), Eileen (Benny Keown), Gerard (Patricia), Christine (Marius Jones), Predeceased by her Parents sisters Goretti, Mary and husband Jim.

Kathleen will be reposing at her late residence on Tuesday until 9pm and on Wednesday from 2pm to 9pm.

Family time, please, at all other times and on the morning of the funeral. Kathleen will be leaving her late residence on Thursday morning at 10.30am to arrive at St Patrick’s Church, Ballyshannon, for Requiem Mass at 11am, followed by interment in St Joseph's, The Rock Cemetery, Ballyshannon.

Funeral Mass will be live streamed via link http://www.kilbarron.org/

Family flowers only by request, donations in lieu, if so desired, to North West Hospice, Sligo c/o Damian McGovern & Sons Funeral Directors, 8 Caldrum Rd, Derrygonnelly, Co. Fermanagh, BT93 6HY.

Very deeply regretted and sadly missed by her son, daughter in law, grandchildren, sisters, brothers, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, friends and entire family circle.

Rose Langan, Newbliss, Monaghan and formerly of Glenties

The death has occurred of Rose Langan, Guardhill, Newbliss, Co Monaghan and formerly of Buncrubog, Glenties, unexpectedly at Cavan General Hospital, Monday, February 20, in the care of the staff of medical 3, surrounded by her loving family. Rose is predeceased by her father Charlie, mother-in-law Peggy and father-in-law Leo.

Cherished and much loved wife of Barry, adored mother of Adam (Michelle), Chloe (Anthony) and Kayla. Rose will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her husband, son, daughters, heartbroken mother Kathleen, sisters, Maeve, Miriam, Lucy and Carina, brothers Pat and Liam, aunts, uncles, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, many friends, and by all who knew and loved Rose.

Rose will repose at Martin's Family Room, Newbliss (H18C962) on Tuesday, February 21 until 9pm.

Rose will be resting at the family home on Wednesday February 22 amongst her family and close friends with removal on Thursday morning, at approximately 10.40am for 11am Funeral Mass in St Laobhin's Chapel ,Killeevan, followed by private cremation (family and close friends) at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Rose's Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link - www.www.mcnmedia.tv Monaghan and scroll down to Killeevan.

Family flowers only Please.

Seamus Sweeney, Letterfad, Termon

The death has occurred of Seamus Sweeney, Letterfad, Termon on February 20, 2023, peacefully.

Predeceased by his parents Frank and Agnes and sisters Kathleen and Madge.

Deeply regretted by his sister Teresa and brother-in-law Pete (USA), brother Stephen and sister-in-law Liz (USA), nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Removal from the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Carnamuggagh, Letterkenny on Wednesday, to St Colmcille’s Church, Glendowan, to repose overnight.

Funeral mass on Thursday, February 23rd, at 11am. Cremation arrangements to be confirmed.

Funeral mass can be viewed on Church Services TV St Colmcille’s Church Glendowan on the following link:

https://www.churchservices.tv/churchhill

Ivan Potts, Magheracallaghan, Castlefin

The death has occurred  at Letterkenny University Hospital of Ivan Potts, Magheracallaghan, Castlefin.

Reposing at his home. Funeral leaving his home on Wednesday, February 22 at 11.20am for Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church, Doneyloop at 12noon.

Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by Patsy and Nicky, Maureen and Mike, Marie and Michael, Arlene and John and extended family.

Family time please from 11pm to 11am.

The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the Parish Webcam – Doneyloop chapel youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiwjGxLvUHCjJIqj9jp1aXQ

Donal De Barra, Middletown, Derrybeg

The death has occurred of Donal De Barra, (Shasha), Middletown, Derrybeg, F92 H1F3.

His remains are reposing at his home.

Rosary nightly at 8pm. House private after rosary until 11am. Funeral Mass in St Mary’s Chapel, Derrybeg, on Thursday, February 23 at 11am with interment afterwards in Magheragallon Cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Directors Facebook page.

Danielle Longmore, (née Honan), Wicklow and formerly Donegal

Danielle Longmore (née Honan) passed away peacefully on February 8, 2023, after bravely fighting cancer for thirteen months, while on her last adventure to Palermo, Sicily.

Danielle fought that fight with the love and support of her best friend and soulmate Ian, her fearless daughters Chloe, Megan and Mia, her cherished son Adam and of course, Buddy.

She is missed by her Mam and Dad, Clare and Frank Honan, of Falcarragh where Danielle and the family spent many happy days; her sisters Carla (Barry and Alex Sheehan), Rachel (Tom Franiuk), Nuala and her son Dylan, Katie and all her aunts and uncles and by her mother and father-in-law Lillian and Martin and the extended Longmore family, and her wide circle of friends.

Danielle’s life was filled with adventures and fun filled moments. However in the last 13 months despite the fear in her heart there was a determination to make as many happy memories for all those around her.

Danielle will rest at the family home (A63 X651) from 1pm until 8pm on Thursday and Friday. House private thereafter. Removal on Saturday at 1.20pm to St Anthony’s Church, Kilcoole, walking from the credit union, arriving for a funeral service at 2pm after which Danielle will be laid to rest in Kilquade New Cemetery.

In keeping with Danielle’s wishes those attending are requested to wear bright colours. The funeral service will be streamed. People attending the family home (A63 X651) at Oaklawn View are requested to park at the Newcastle Community Centre.

Simon Nolan, London and Donegal Town

The death has occurred peacefully at his home in Shirley, Croydon, of Simon Nolan, formerly of Ballydevitt, Donegal Town.

Predeceased by his parents, Ann and Matthew, he is dearly loved and sadly missed by his wife, Philomena (née McGinty, Townawilly), children, Isabella, Caoimhe, Matthew and Noelle. 

Funeral arrangements to be announced at a later date.

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