Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Thursday evening, April 2

The following deaths have taken place:

- Marian Celine McMonagle, Letterkenny

- John Rodgy McMenamin, Inver

- Rory O'Kelly, Dublin, Raphoe and Letterkenny

- Mary Doherty, Carrigart

- Rory McCann, Letterkenny and Dublin

Marian Celine McMonagle, Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Marian Celine McMonagle, 2 St Eunan’s Terrace. Letterkenny.

Predeceased by her parents, Francie and Annie, brothers John, James and Barney, sisters Mary, Kitty and Annie.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family, sister Lena, brothers Patrick and Frankie, nieces, nephews, relatives, extended family and many friends.

Reposing at her late residence from 12 noon until 5.30pm on Good Friday,  April 3 with removal to St Eunan’s Cathedral for Reception Prayers at 6.00pm, reposing overnight for Service of Liturgy at 12 noon on Saturday, April 4which can be viewed online at www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny followed by burial in the family plot in Conwal Cemetery.

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if wished , to the Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital, c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.

John Rodgy McMenamin, Inver

The death has occurred of John Rodgey McMenamin, Castleogary, Inver and formerly of Aghyaran.

He passed away tragically on March 29, 2026. He was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his wife Denise, his four sons; Paul (Gráinne), Stephen, Benny (Edel), Denis (Enya), his three step-daughters; Shannon (Shane), Rachel and Ciara (Paul), his beautiful grandchildren; Amy (Jamie), Shea, Séan, Kian, Conor and Riley.

Remains will be reposing at his late residence in Castleogary, Inver (F94YE00) from 1pm on Saturday, April 4.

Removal from there on Monday 6th April, going to St Nauls Church, Ardaghey for Funeral Mass at 11am, with interment afterwards in the local cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust at the donation link below.

The funeral mass will be live-streamed on the St Naul's parish, Inver, Facebook page.

Rory O'Kelly, Dublin, Raphoe and Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Rory O'Kelly, Finglas, Dublin and formerly of Raphoe and Letterkenny.

He passed away on  March 30, 2026, peacefully, at the Mater Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. 

Beloved husband and soulmate of Maggie and devoted father of Debbie. 

He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his heartbroken wife and daughter, son-in-law David, cherished grandson Rián, his sisters Suzanne, Cora, Ingrid, Finola, Derry, Dolores and brother Páid, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, extended family, friends and neighbours. Predeceased by his parents Maura and Patrick, sister Barbara and brother Dom.

Reposing at his home on Monday, April 6 from 5pm to 7pm. 

Funeral on Tuesday, April 7 to St Canice’s Church, Finglas Village arriving for 11am Requiem Mass, followed by Cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

Rory’s Funeral Mass and Cremation Service can be viewed live.

The family wish to sincerely thank the staff of Danu Homecare, especially Maria, Giovanni, IB, Aniose, Kelly, Dia, Ciara, Bravina and Marcus for their exceptional care of Rory and the family throughout his illness.

Mary Doherty, Carrigart

The death has taken place peacefully in The Lakehouse Nursing Home of Mary Doherty (nee Harkin), Carnagore, Glen, Carrigart, Letterkenny.

Devoted wife to her late husband Paddy. Deeply regretted by her loving sisters Sarah, Margaret and Nora and a much loved aunt to her nephews and nieces.

She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Bernadette, Tilly, her extended family, neighbours and many friends.

Her remains will be reposing at The Eternal Light Chapel of Rest Mountain Top, Letterkenny for viewing from 3pm to 5pm on Thursday, April 2.

Removal from there at 5pm to St. John the Baptist Church, Carrigart to repose overnight.

Funeral service on Good Friday at 11am followed by internment in the adjoining cemetery.

The funeral service can be viewed on the Mevagh Parish Facebook page.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to the Lakehouse Patient Comfort Fund, c/o of any family member or Gallagher Funeral Directors, Carrigart.

Rory McCann, Letterkenny and Dublin

The death has taken place at Beaumont Hospital Dublin on Thursday, March 26 of Rory McCann, Drumcondra, Dublin and College Farm Road, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal F92 EH1K.

Deeply missed by his loving partner Orla, sons Ruadh and Manus, daughter Sarah-Kate, mother Mary, brothers Seamus (Annette), Liam (Linda) and Noel (Sarah), sisters Maeve (Seamus), Siobhan (Eddie), Mary and Eimeir, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours Donegal and Dublin.

Rory is predeceased by his infant sister Orla and his father Seamus.

Rory’s remains will be reposing at the family home at College Farm Road, Letterkenny on Wednesday, April 1 from 1pm and on Thursday  from 1pm with Rosary both nights at 9pm. Family time after the Rosary please.

Funeral from there at 10.30am on Friday going to St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny for Funeral Service at 11am which can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny. Interment afterwards in Conwal Cemetery, Letterkenny.

Family time on the morning of the funeral please.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Bernardos and Medicines Sans Frontieres c/o any family member.

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