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Donegal death and funeral notices, May 22, 2024
The following deaths have taken place:
- Francis Carr, Barnesmore
- Paddy Cavanagh, Dublin / Moville
- Josephine (Tulip) McCrory (née Bryson) Castlefin
- Martin Norris Derry City, Derry / Donegal
- Danny Reynolds, Rossnowlagh
- Mary Gillespie (née Doherty), Newtowncunningham
- Margaret Ann Wilkinson (née McGinley), Raphoe / Creeslough
- Hudie McCole, Dungloe
- Frances McAtasney (née McBride) USA / Downings
- Vincent Ward, Mayo / Laghey
- Patrick (Colum) Lagan, Cork / Donegal
- James Devine, Raphoe
- Mary Martin Glasgow and Barnesmore
- Martin Sweeney, Killygordon
- Barry Mc Laughlin, Donegal Town
Francis Carr, Barnesmore
The death has occurred of Francis Carr, Ardnawark, Barnesmore peacefully in Harbour Lights Nursing home Killybegs.
Francis’s remains will repose in the Tír Conaíll Funeral Home, Donegal Town from 1pm on Sunday May 26 2024 until 9pm.
Removal from Tír Conaíll Funeral Home, Donegal Town on Monday May 27 2024 at 10.15am to arrive at St Agatha’s Church Clar for Requiem Mass at 11am with burial immediately afterwards in adjoining cemetery.
Paddy Cavanagh, Dublin / Moville
The death has occurred of Paddy Cavanagh, Clondalkin, Dublin and formerly of Moville and Coral Quarries Ltd, May 20 suddenly at home, beloved partner and best friend of Paula, much loved stepdad to Dean and beloved son of Frankie and the late Sally and brother of Adrian Jackie, Mark and Danny.
Paddy will be forever loved and very sadly missed by his heartbroken partner, stepson, dad, brothers, both extended Cavanagh and Kavanagh families, colleagues, neighbours and friends.
Reposing at the Brian McElroy Funeral Home, Clondalkin Village (D22 K602) on Friday from 4pm-7pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday afternoon at 12.30pm in Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Rowlagh (D22 VX84) followed by cremation in Newlands Cross Crematorium (D24 K1CY) arriving at approximately 2pm.
Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu to a charity of your choice.
A service to celebrate Paddy’s life will be held in Moville at a later date.
To view Paddy’s Funeral Mass on Saturday afternoon please click on the following link: https://churchmedia.tv/church-of-the-immaculate-heart-of-mary-rowlagh
To view Paddy’s Cremation Service on Saturday afternoon please click on the following link: https://www.dctrust.ie/location/newlands-cross/chapel-webstream.html
Josephine (Tulip) McCrory (née Bryson) Castlefin
The death has occurred of Josephine (Tulip) McCrory (née Bryson) Skelpy, Castlefin, F93 V1DW.
Peacefully, May 222, 2024, beloved wife of the late Denis, much loved mother of Patrick, Mary, Joseph, Paul, Anne, Tony, James, Darren and the late James and Noleen.
Reposing at the family home, today, Wednesday, May 22, from 7.30 p.m. Funeral from the family home on Friday, May 24, at 12.10pm for Requiem Mass at 12.30pm in St. Columba's Church, Doneyloop. Interment afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard. The Mass can be viewed via the parish webcam.
Family time please from 11 p.m. to 11 a.m. No flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, to St. Vincent De Paul, Castlefin c/o any family member or Charles Lynch, Funeral Director.
Very deeply regretted and sadly missed by her entire family circle.
Martin Norris Derry City, Derry / Donegal
The death has occurred of Martin Norris Derry City, Derry / Donegal peacefully, after a short illness courageously borne, at Foyle Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved husband of Rose, loving father of Angela, Laura, Conor and the late James Martin, dear father-in-law to Darren, devoted grandfather of Jack, Abigail, Cillian, Pearse and Orlaith, dear and loving brother of Sue and Jim. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle.
Wake will be held in Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, 31 William Street on Thursday May 23 from 6pm to 8pm.
A celebration of Martin’s life will take place in the City Hotel on Friday May 24 at 12 noon followed by lunch. A private cremation will take place later. At Martin’s request, please wear bright colours, just like his beloved garden.
House private please. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if wished, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road or Foyle Food Bank, Unit 15, Apex Living Centre, Springtown Industrial Estate or NI Children’s Hospice, Horizon House, 18 O’Neill Road, Glengormley, Newtownabbey.
Danny Reynolds, Rossnowlagh
The sudden death has occurred of Danny Reynolds, Cashel, Rossnowlagh, F94 K8P4.
Predeceased by his parents Pat and Sarah, his sister Maureen. Deeply regretted by his brother Noel (Mandy), sisters Anne, Teresa (PJ), Geraldine (Ken) and Philomena (Mark), aunt Bridget, cousins and his life long friend and neighbour Vincent, nieces, nephews, and all extended family.
Reposing at his late residence on Wednesday from 12pm and Thursday from 12pm.
Removal on Friday morning to St. Patrick's Church, Ballyshannon, for 11am funeral Mass with burial afterwards in the Abbey Cemetery. House Private, please, on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to COPD Support Ireland care of John McGee & sons funeral directors or any family member.
Danny's funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.churchservices.tv/stpatricksballyshannon
There will be a one way system in operation for the wake, entry via Corker Lane and exit via Rossnowlagh.
All enquiries to John McGee & Sons Funeral Home on 087 2218483.
Mary Gillespie (née Doherty), Newtowncunningham
The peaceful death has occurred at her home on Tuesday May 21 2024 of Mary Gillespie née Doherty, Moyle Road, Newtowncunningham F93 PW82.
Lovingly missed by her sons and daughters Patrick (Molly), Hugh (Ann), Siubhan, Paul (Denise), Brian (Annette), Annemarie Moyne (Liam), Catriona Kelly (Enda Friel), Christine Wallace (Joe), Sarah Carlin (Kieran) and Edward (Jackie), grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Mary Doherty, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of extended family, friends and neighbours.
Mary is predeceased by her husband Brian, parents Hugh and Annie Doherty, brothers Francis and James and sister, Josephine Devine.
Mary’s remains are reposing at her late home on Wednesday May 22 and Thursday May 23 from 11am until 10pm with Rosary both nights at 9pm.
Funeral from there on Friday May 24 at 10.15am going to All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham for 11am Requiem Mass which can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/newtowncunningham.
Interment afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Family time on the morning of the funeral please.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to the Newtown and Killea Parish Restoration Fund c/o any family member.
Margaret Ann Wilkinson (née McGinley), Raphoe
The death has occurred of Margaret Ann Wilkinson (nee McGinley), Townparks, Convoy Road, Raphoe and formerly of Gortnalake, Creeslough.
Peacefully at her home. Deeply regretted by her loving husband Neil Joseph, sons Paul and Niall and daughter Anne, daughters-in-law Samantha and Brenda, grandchildren Áine, Cara, Mark, Clíodhna and Conor.
Her remains will be reposing at her late residence from 3pm today, Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
Funeral Mass in St. Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, on Friday, May 24, at 11.00am.
Burial afterwards in Doe Cemetery, Creeslough. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://www.mcn.live/Camera/st-eunans-church.
Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Coronary Care Unit Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member or James Harkin, Funeral Director.
Hudie McCole, Dungloe
The death has occurred of Hudie Mc Cole, Termon, Dungloe.
His remains reposing at his home at Termon, Dungloe.
Funeral Mass on Thursday morning May 23 at 11am in St. Crona’s Church, Dungloe with interment afterwards at Maghery Cemetery.
Frances McAtasney (née McBride) USA / Downings
The peaceful death has occurred at her home in Fairfield, California. USA of Frances McAtasney (nee McBride) formerly of Murlog, Downings.
Frances was the beloved wife of John, loving mother of Michael (deceased), daughter Kathleen O’Gara and her son Sean.
She is survived by her brother Charlie and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Frances remains are reposing at, Neptune Society, 2750 North Texas Street, Fairfield, California, USA.
Vincent Ward, Mayo / Laghey
The death has occurred of Vincent Ward Cashel Park, Castlebar, F23 K446, and late of Castle Street, Castlebar and Laghey, Co. Donegal, peacefully in Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar, May 21.
Deeply regretted by his loving wife Annette, daughters Anne and Laurena, sons Ronan and Colin, sisters Noelle and Kate, brothers Jim and John, grandchildren Darragh and Ultan, son-in-law Tony, daughters-in-law Rachael and Connie, sister-in-law Rose, nephews, nieces, relatives neighbours and friends. Vincent will repose at his home, Cashel Park, Castlebar, F23 K446 on Thursday, May 23 from 5.30pm to 7pm.
Removal on Friday morning at 8.15am for Requiem Mass at 9am in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar followed by Cremation Ceremony at 3pm in Lakelands Crematorium, Co. Cavan.
Requiem Mass will be streamed live at http://www.churchtv.ie/castlebar or listened to in Castlebar on the Parish Radio Channel 105.3FM.
Cremation Ceremony will be streamed live on https://www.churchservices.tv/lakelands password: Crem24F. Donations, if desired, to Mayo Hospice, Castlebar at https://www.hospice.ie/donations/donate-online/
The death has occurred of Patrick (Colum) Lagan, Lotabeg, Mayfield, Cork / Donegal, May 18, 2024, suddenly at CareChoice Montenotte and late of Derry, dearly loved husband of Moira (née McLafferty) and much loved father of Theresa (Arthurs), Caroline, Patricia, Terence, Harry and Brenda and loving brother of Kay, Geraldine and the late Mary, Gretta and Bernadette.
Sadly missed by his loving wife and family, sisters, daughters-in-law Lorraine and Szilvia, sons-in-law Barry, Joe, Michael and Chris, grandchildren Stephen, Lauren, Christine, Leo, Paul, David, Jamie, Lilly and Bobby, great-grandchildren Ailbhe and Fallyn, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Reposing at the Mayfield Funeral Home, Old Youghal Road of Jerh. O’Connor Ltd on Wednesday May 22 from 5-6pm.
Requiem Mass at 1pm on Thursday, May 23 in the Church of Our Lady Crowned, Mayfield which can be viewed
here. Funeral afterwards to the Island Crematorium, Rocky Island, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork.
Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu to https://marymount.ie/
James Devine, Raphoe
The death has occurred of James Devine, Drummucklagh, Raphoe, F93CC60 in Beaumount Hospital Dublin. Predeceased by his mother Mary Ellen and father Hugh.
James (Jimmy) will be forever loved and cherished by his heart broken partner Patricia, daughters AnneMarie (Alan), Michaelina (Aidan), Tina (Thomas), Briege (Ryan) grandchildren Caitlin, Thomas, Conor, Kerry, Amelia, Ella, Emily, Jack, Darragh, Cillian and Harry.
James will be sadly missed by his brothers Daniel and Hugo, sisters Patricia, Bernie and Annette, the wider family circle neighbours and friends.
His remains reposing at his home.
Funeral prayers at his home on Thursday May 23 at 11am, followed by burial in St Columba’s Church graveyard, Drumoghill. Family time please from 10pm to 11am, family flowers only, donations, in lieu, to ICU North Beaumont Hospital, care of Terence McClintock funeral director.
Mary Martin, Glasgow and Barnesmore
The death has occurred peacefully at Golden Jubilee Hospital, Clydebank, after a short illness, of Mary Martin, Glasgow and formerly Townagorm, Barnesmore.
Loving wife to the Late Joe Martin and much loved mum to Marie (Hugh), Joseph (Margaret), Dorothy (Stephen), Aisling (Graeme). Adoring proud granny to Francis, Martin, Paul, Ronan, Clare, Hannah, Emily, Aodhán and Rory. Precious great-granny to Teidí. Sister of Christy Martin, London and Kathleen Donaghy, The Glebe, Donegal Town.
Mary’s remains will be waked on Friday, from 2pm until 9pm, at the home of her daughter Marie Cassidy, Brookfield, Donegal Town, F94ERW0. House private on Saturday morning, please.
Mary’s remains will leave her daughter's residence on Saturday, at 10.15am for funeral Mass at 11am in St Agatha’s Church, Clar, with burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Martin Sweeney, Killygordon
The death has occurred of Martin Sweeney, Avaltygort, Killygordon, F93 Y6X8.
Beloved husband of Orla, much loved father of Carla, Jessica and Adam. Cherished brother of Mary, Ann, Noleen, Patricia and Seamus,Tony and predeceased brother Michael.
His remains reposing at his late residence, Avaltygort, Killygordon. Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral. A one-way traffic arrangement will be in place for the duration of the wake.
Funeral leaving from there on Thursday at 10.30am for Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church Crossroads, Killygordon at 11am. Interment will take place afterwards in the adjoining churchyard. The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam at Killygordon Parish YouTube.
Barry Mc Laughlin, Donegal Town
The death has occurred of Barry Mc Laughlin of Luton, Bedfordshire, England and formerly of Clar, Donegal Town. Barry passed away suddenly on April 21 in the L&D Hospital, Luton.
Predeceased by his father James, he is sadly missed by his children, Chantelle and Danny, his mother Geraldine, sisters Siobhan (Eamonn) Arlene (Jay) and brothers Seamus and Sean (Melanie), nieces and nephews and extended family.
A memorial service has taken place in London.
Celebration of Life on Wednesday, May 29 from 10am to 10.30am at St Agatha's Church, Clar, Donegal Town can be viewed on the parish webstream.
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