Funeral arrangements for Rev Fr John Downey,

The funeral arrangements for Rev Fr John Downey have been announced.

Rev. Fr. John Downey (Moneyneena) was the beloved brother of Pat, Ann, Jacinta, Roma and the late Lawrence.

Fr Downey's remains will be removed to St Eugene's Church, Moneyneena on Wednesday (September 20) morning for Mass at 11.00 am where he will lie in repose until the recitation of The Rosary at 9.00pm.

Requiem Mass and Office for the Dead at12.00noon in St. Eugene's, Moneyneena on Thursday, September 21, followed by interment in the City Cemetery, Derry.

Our Lady of Fatima intercede for him.

May he rest in peace.

Fr Downey's Funeral Mass will be live streamed by Devin Media

Internationally renowned actor, Roma Downey, has paid tribute to her brother, Rev Fr John Downey, who passed away on Monday.

Posting on Facebook, the 'Touched By An Angel' star said: "Friends, My family has suffered a terrible loss . Our beloved brother Fr John has passed away in the night . We are grateful for all your prayers . His passing was peaceful and that’s a blessing . May he rest in peace."

Fr Downey's death was announced by The Parish of Ballinascreen.

The notice said: "It is with great sadness that we inform you of the death, earlier today in Antrim Hospital, of Fr John Downey, RIP.

Please pray for the happy repose of his soul as we thank the Lord for his many years of devoted service as a priest in our parish.

Our Lady of Fatima intercede for him. May he rest in peace."

Rev. Fr. John Downey (Moneyneena) was the beloved brother of Pat, Ann, Jacinta, Roma and the late Lawrence.