Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Wednesday evening, January 7

The following deaths have taken place:

- Jim Kenny, Donegal Town

- Mary Conlon, Ballyshannon and Glenfin

- Moira Whoriskey, Derrybeg

- Peter Houston,  Newtowncunningham and Birmingham

- Áilbhe Hines, Letterkenny

- Sean O’Kane, Manorcunningham

- Stephen McCahill, Ardara

- Peter McMahon, Ballintra and Fermanagh

- Bridie McCarron, Raphoe

- Don McCrossan, Raphoe and Monaghan

- Bríd Heffernan, Derrybeg

- Patricia Gallanagh, Buncrana

Jim Kenny, Donegal Town

The death has occurred of Jim Kenny, Drumstevlin, Donegal Town.

Sadly missed by his sister Mary and brother Paddy, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Jim’s remains will arrive to St Mary’s Church Killymard on Friday, January 9 for 7pm to reside over night.

Jim’s requiem Mass will be on Saturday at 11am with burial immediately afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only donations if so desired to Donegal Solace centre in memory of Jim care of any family member or Faulkner Undertakers. House private please.

Mary Conlon, Ballyshannon and Glenfin

The death has taken place of Mary Conlon, Teevogue, Bundoran Rd, Ballyshannon, Co Donegal F94 X218, formerly of Glenfin.

Mary died peacefully in her own home in the devoted care of her adoring husband Peter, and her children Kathleen (Eoin RIP), Damian (Nicola) and Maria (Ken).

She will be forever remembered in the hearts of her grandchildren Aoibheann, Michael, Dearbhla, Róise, Síofra, Manus, Enya and Donnacha. Along with her friends Anne and Martha.

Sadly missed by her siblings Bridget, Paddy, Ann, Charlie and her many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Katie, and her sister Catherine.

Her family will be forever grateful for the support given daily by her carers, Dr Garvey, the Bayview Clinic and the Palliative Care team.

Mary’s generosity to her neighbours and contribution to her wider community will never be forgotten by those who met her.

Reposing at her late residence on Thursday from 1pm to 8pm.

Removal on Friday at 11:45am to arrive at St Joseph’s Church, The Rock, Ballyshannon for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon followed by service of interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Family Flowers only. Donations in memory of Mary, if so desired, to the Palliative Care team of Sligo University Hospital, care of Patrick McKenna Funeral Directors Ballyshannon, or any family member.

House private to family outside of reposing times.

Moira Whoriskey, Derrybeg

The death has taken place at St, Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin of Moira Whoriskey, née Gallagher of Stranacorkra, Derrybeg.

Predeceased by her parents Donal and Gracie and her brother Owenie.

Sadly missed by her husband Charlie, daughters; Karen (Andrei) and Emma, sons; Neil Paul (Laura) and Stephen, sisters; Noreen, Grace and Margaret, brothers; Daniel, Henry, Paul and Sean and extended family and friends.

Her remains will repose at her home in Stranacorkra (F92 F5P3) on Thursday and on Friday from 12pm to 8pm. Rosary nightly at 8pm.

House private after Rosary and on the morning of the Funeral.

Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday (10th) at 11am in St Colmcille’s Church Cnoc Fola, burial afterwards in Magheragallon cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director’s Facebook page and on the church webcam.

Peter Houston,  Newtowncunningham and Birmingham

The death has taken place on November 19, 2025, of  Peter Houston, who passed away peacefully in Birmingham, England.

Beloved husband of the Late Margaret (née Gillespie), loving father of Pauline, Eamon, Peter and Kieron.

Father-in-law of Brendan, Karen, Sarah and Claire-Marie.

A much loved grandfather and great-grandfather.

Beloved son of the Late George and Catherine (formerly of Roosky, Newtowncunningham, Co Donegal.)

Much loved brother of Kathleen, George, Monica, Martin and the Late Mary, Barney, Bernadette, Francie and Joe.

A much loved uncle to all his nephews and nieces.

Peter will be reposing at the Gillespie family home, Moyle, Newtowncummingham F93 PW82 on Wednesday, January 7 from 4pm until Rosary at 9pm and on Thursday 8th from 11am until Rosary at 9pm where everyone is welcome to call to pay their respects to Peter.

Funeral from there on Friday at 10.15am to All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham for Requiem Mass at 11am.

Interment afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.churchservices.tv/newtowncunningham.

Family flowers only. If wished, donations in lieu of flowers to Meningitis research and Dementia UK c/o any family member.

Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all his family and everyone that knew him.

Áilbhe Hines, Letterkenny

The death has taken place at her home in Cashel Park, Letterkenny of Áilbhe Hines.

Deeply regretted by her family, many friends and the artistic community.

A gathering of Áilbhe’s family and friends will take place at The Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny (F92XE35) on Thursday, January 8 from 6pm to 8pm.

At the request of the deceased, a private cremation will take place.

Sean O’Kane, Manorcunningham

The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Sean O’Kane, Galdonagh, Manorcunningham, Co. Donegal, F92 F6P3.

Lovingly missed by his late brother’s wife Mary, nephew John (Michelle), niece Joanne, his brothers Matt, George, Willie, Paddy, Dan, Charlie and Brian, his nieces, nephews, and all his extended family and friends.

Sean was predeceased by his parents John and Vera, and his brother Brendan. May they Rest in Peace.

Removal from Kelly’s Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe, F93 KP0N, on Wednesday, January 7at 1:00 pm, going to his late residence in Galdonagh, Manorcunningham.

Sean will repose at his late residence on Wednesday from 1:30pm to 9:00pm and on Thursday from 11:00am to 9:00pm.

The funeral cortege will leave his residence on Friday at 10:20 am, proceeding to St Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, for 11:00am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in St. Columba’s Church Cemetery, Drumoghill, F92 DX31.

The funeral Mass may be viewed online via the parish webcam.

Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations in lieu to The Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Stephen McCahill, Ardara

The tragic death has occurred of Stephen McCahill, at his home, in Beagh, Ardara, Co. Donegal F94D1W9, on January 5.

Stephen will be greatly missed by his heartbroken family. 

Forever cherished husband to Marietta, loving father to Gemma and Steven, adored father-in-law to Lauren, doting grandfather to Marykate, devoted brother and brother-in-law to Peter, Angela, Patricia (John), Desmond (Rose) and Bridie, and beloved uncle to his nieces and nephews.

Pre-deceased by his parents Eileen and Packie and his brother Micheal.

Stephen will be sadly missed by the wider McCahill family, his much-loved Corner House family, his large circle of friends and neighbours, and everyone who benefited from his tireless work to help the communities of South West Donegal. Stephen’s legacy lives on in the many lives he touched.

His remains will repose at his home on Thursday,January 8 from 11am to 9pm and on Friday Mornifrom 11am to 9pm.

Funeral from there on Saturday at 11.30a.m for 12 noon Requiem Mass in Church Of The Holy Family, Ardara, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

 Family home private on Saturday morning please.

People attending the wake are advised to park at Ardara GAA pitch or the Dolmen Centre, Kilclooney, were a shuttle bus will be in operation.

Stephen's funeral Mass can be viewed live on the Church Of The Holy Family Ardara webcam.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. c/o any family member.

Peter McMahon, Ballintra and Fermanagh

The death has occurred of Peter McMahon, Ballymagroarty, Ballintra, Donegal, F94 P9H2 and Roslea, Fermanagh.
He passed away suddenly at Sligo University Hospital.

Pre-deceased by brothers, John, Seamus, Eugene, Brian, Kevin & Oliver, sisters, Theresa & Eileen.

Beloved husband to Mary and loving father to Marie, Damien, (Yvonne), Louise (Adrian), Denise (TJ) and Peter (Joan). Loving Grandad to his Grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Brother to Noel (Roslea) and Mary (Coventry). Fondly Remembered by his brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and his many neighbours and friends.

Reposing at the family home in Ballymagroarty, F94 P9H2, Tuesday, January 6 from 730pm and Wednesday from 10am.

Removal on Thursday morning to St Brigid's Church, Ballintra for 10am funeral Mass, followed by burial afterwards in St Tierney's Graveyard, Roslea, Co Fermanagh BT92 7PU arriving approximately 1230pm

House private on the morning of the funeral please.

Peter's funeral Mass may be viewed online at www.churchservices.tv/ballintra.

Seamus O’Malley, Glenties

The death has occurred of Seamus O’Malley, Glenties, Co. Donegal, formerly of Rosmuc Co. Galway.

Predeceased by his parents, Frank and Maud.

Sadly missed by his beloved wife Bernie, his sons Michael (Deirdre), James, and John (Megan), grandchildren Rose, Charlie, Kate, and Kayden.

Brothers and sisters Tomas, Máire, John, Brid, Catriona, Michael, and Proinnsias, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at his late residence in Glenties, Co. Donegal, F94 Y9T2, from 6-9pm on Tuesday 6th of January and 11am-9pm on Wednesday, January 7.

Each evening, house private after 9pm for family prayers.

Requiem Mass on Thursday  at 12 noon in St Connell’s Church, Glenties with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

House private on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/glenties.

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if wished to the oncology unit, Letterkenny University Hospital.

Bridie McCarron, Raphoe

The death has occurred of Bridie McCarron (née Brennan), Meeting House Street, Raphoe.

Lovingly missed by her daughter Natasha and sons Gareth and Ronan, her grandsons Noah and Corey, her brothers and sisters, and all her extended family and friends.

Bridie was predeceased by her husband Aidan.

Bridie will repose at her late residence, Meeting House Street, Raphoe on Tuesday, January 6 from 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm and on Wednesday from 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Rosary both evenings at 8:30 pm.

The funeral cortege will leave her late residence on Thursday at 12:45 pm, proceeding to St Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, for 1pm Requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The funeral Mass may be viewed online via the parish webcam.

Family flowers only. If desired, Bridie, who loved the celebration of Mass, would greatly appreciate any Masses offered for the happy repose of her soul.

Don McCrossan, Raphoe and Monaghan

The death has taken place on Monday, January 5 of Don McCrossan, Corryagan, Donaghmoyne, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan and formerly of Raphoe Co. Donegal after a short illness at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda in the dedicated care of all the team and with his family by his side.

Predeceased by his darling infant daughters Deborah and Mary, his grandson baby Adrian, parents Mary Ann and William McCrossan, brothers Mickey, Pat, Liam, Tommy, Eddie, Sean and Barney; sisters Susan, May and Lizzie. Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend Kathleen, his son Adrian and daughter in law Kathryn, his cherished and adored grandchildren Jonathan (Natasha) and Lauren (Jack), his precious and so loved great grandchildren Layla Rose and Lorcán, his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Deery’s Funeral Home, Carrickmacross, A81 C653 on Tuesday from 4pm to 8pm. House private please. Removal privately on Thursday morning from his residence arriving to St. Lastra’s Church, Donaghmoyne for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afternoon in adjoining Cemetery.

Family Flowers only, donations, if desired to, Drumlin House Patient Comfort Fund, St. Mary’s Castleblayney via the donation box c/o any family member or Deery’s Funeral Directors, Carrickmacross.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live here.

Bríd Heffernan, Derrybeg

The death has taken place at the Donegal Hospice of Bríd Heffernan, Factory Road, Derrybeg. Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Mary Mc Ginley, husband Tommy, daughter Sharon and her mother & father in-law; Mary & Charlie Campbell.

Sadly missed by her daughters; Mary, Paula (Declan) & Bríd Anne (Colm), sons; Tommy, Martin, Patrick (Karen) & Eamonn (Sinéad), sisters; Eileen, Nora & Nan, brother Eamonn, 10 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and extended family & friends.

Her remains will repose at her home (F92 E1X9) tomorrow (Tuesday) from 12pm to 9pm and on Wednesday from 12pm to 8pm.

House private after Rosary and on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday at 11am in St Colmcille’s Church, Cnoc Fola, burial afterwards in Magheragallon cemetery.

The funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director’s Facebook page and on the church webcam.

Patricia Gallanagh, Buncrana

The peaceful death has taken place of Patricia Gallanagh, (nee Fullerton) Blackfarm, Buncrana F93 FV48.

Deeply saddened by her passing are her loving husband Paddy, daughters Caitríona, Anne, Jennifer, Gemma & Gráinne; sisters and brothers, the wider family circle and Patricia’s many friends.

Patricia’s remains will be reposing from her late residence from 11am on Tuesday, January 6 where all are welcome to come and pay their respects.

Funeral from there on Thursday at 10.15am going to St Mary’s Church, Cockhill for 11am Requiem Mass with burial in the adjoining Cemetery.

Mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/cockhill. Family Flowers Only. House private please from 10pm to 11am.

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