Death notices for Donegal on Friday evening, January 26
The following deaths have taken place:
- Eileen Penrose, Buncrana and Westmeath
- Winifred Mullarkey, Dublin and Bundoran
- Michael Gallagher, Laghey and Donegal Town
- Tom Campbell, Kilcar
- Patsy Margey, Letterkenny and Ballyshannon
- Peggy Kelly, Strabane and Ballybofey
- Lee Mitchell, Letterkenny
- Michael Kelly, Letterkenny
- Margaret Doherty, Moville
- Rose Diver, Birmingham and formerly of Bruckless
- Ernie Bell, Manorcunningham
- Elizabeth Lily McCrabbe, Scotland and Manorcunningham
- Lila Crossan, Strabane and Lifford
- Pat Lynch, Linsfort
- Michael Barron, Kerry and Balllyshannon
- John F Grant, Buncrana and California
- Bridie Sweeney, Gaoth Dobhair
- Jack Kitchener, England and Frosses
- Mary Gallagher, Dublin and Letterkenny
Eileen Penrose, Buncrana and Westmeath
The death has occurred of Eileen Penrose (née Costello), The Woods, Buncrana and Ballynacargy, Westmeath and formerly of Ballinahown, Co. Galway and London. She died peacefully at her daughter’s residence, Buncrana, surrounded by her devoted family on January 25. Recently predeceased by her husband Leo, her parents Michael amd Nora Costello and brother Paudric. Deeply missed by her heartbroken daughters Eileen (Ronan) and Alice (Doherty), sons-in-law John and Patrick, devoted grandchildren James and Alice, her brothers and sisters, Michael, Bridie (McDonagh), Maura(Fairman), Ned, Sean, Martin and Joe, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand nephews, grand nieces, relatives and many friends.
Reposing at her daughter Alice’s home in Buncrana on Saturday, January 27 from 2pm to 10pm before travelling on Sunday, January 28, to repose at her nephew Willie Penrose’s home, Ballintue, Ballynacargy, Co Westmeath N91 Y291 from 5.30pm. Arriving to Church of The Nativity, Ballynacargy for requiem Mass on Monday, January 29, at 11am with burial after in Sonna Cemetery.
Winifred Mullarkey, Dublin and Bundoran
The death has occurred of Winifred Mullarkey, Rathmines, Dublin and Bundoran, Donegal. Beloved sister of Ann, Edward, Evelyn, Tom, Kathleen and Jim, sister-in-law of David and Holly and aunt of Seán, Clare, Niamh, Mia, Jodie, Anna, Sarah and Eddie. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, relatives and friends.
House private please. No flowers. Funeral and Cremation Service will take place on Wednesday afternoon, January 31, at 3:15 pm at the Victorian Chapel at Mount Jerome Crematorium D6W HY98. The service can be viewed here.
Michael Gallagher, Laghey and Donegal Town
The sudden death has taken place of Michael Gallagher Pettigo Road, Laghey and formerly of Altilow, Lough Eske, Donegal Town. Funeral arrangements later.
Tom Campbell, Kilcar
The death has occurred of Tom Campbell, Chapel Gate, Kilcar. Removal from McCabe's funeral home Ardara on Friday, January 26 at 5.15pm to arrive at St Cartha's Church, Kilcar at 6pm. Funeral mass Saturday, January 27 at 12 noon. Interment afterwards in Kilcar cemetery.
Patsy Margey, Letterkenny and Ballyshannon
The death has occurred at the Donegal Hospice of Patsy Margey, Drumnahoe, Letterkenny and formerly Ballyshannon.
Predeceased by baby Andrew, parents Mick and Mary, brothers Declan, Martin and sister Ann.
Survived by his wife Dorothy née Doherty (Aanees Flowers), sons Michael, James, Patrick, Matthew and their families Edel, Maria, Momo, grandchildren Eleanor, Sean, Conor, Sam, Aanee and Lee. House Private.
Funeral Mass at 12 noon on Sunday, January 28 which can be viewed live on the webcam for St. Eunans Cathedral. Interment afterwards in the family plot in Conwal Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations, if wished, to the Donegal Hospice c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.
Peggy Kelly, Strabane and Ballybofey
The death has taken place at her home of Peggy Kelly (née Sweeney), 3 Gartan Avenue, Strabane and formerly of Ballybofey.
Beloved wife of the late Gerald, much-loved mother of Majella, Roisin and Gerard, dearly loved grandmother of Kellie, Rian, Eoin, Gerry, Ciara, Caolan, Leah, Gerard and Ciabhan, loving great-grandmother of Roísín and Dómhnall and sister of Josephine, Bridie and the late Paddy, Willie, Tom, Nellie, Becky and baby Lawrence.
Reposing at her home on Saturday, January 27 from 12 noon. Family time please from 11pm to 11am.
Funeral leaving her home on Monday, January 29 at 12.20pm for Requiem Mass in St Mary`s Church, Melmount at 1pm. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, grandchildren, sisters and family circle. The Requiem Mass can be viewed here.
Lee Mitchell, Letterkenny
The death has taken place on Thursday, January 25 of Lee Mitchell, 43 Windmill View, Letterkenny, F92 ND7E.
Deeply missed by his loving mother Sadie, his children Levi and Kyron, brothers Gavin, Ryan, Sullwah and Corry, nephews, aunts and uncles and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.
Lee’s remains will repose at his late residence tomorrow, Saturday, January 27 from 12 noon until 10pm and on Sunday, January 28 from 12 noon until 10pm with Rosary both nights at 9pm.
Funeral from there on Monday, January 29 at 10:15am going to St. Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny for 11am Requiem Mass which can be viewed here. Interment in New Leck Cemetery. Family time on the morning of the funeral please.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Letterkenny Men’s Shed, St Conal’s c/o any family member.
Michael Kelly, Letterkenny
The peaceful death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Michael Kelly, Ballymaleel, Letterkenny, F92 H5PF.
Reposing at his home this evening, Friday, January 26 from 6pm and tomorrow, Saturday, January 27 from 2pm.
Rosary both evenings at 9pm.
Funeral Mass on Sunday, January 28 in the Church of the Irish Martyrs, Letterkenny at 11.30am with burial afterwards at Conwal Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed here.
Margaret Doherty, Moville
The death has taken place in the Nazerath House, Fahan, of Margaret Doherty, nee Farren, St Judes, Gulladuff, Moville, F93 V4XK.
Margaret’s remains to leave Liam Collins Funeral Home, Station Road, Carndonagh, F93E4FN, on Friday January 26 at 5pm going to her home. Family time please from 11pm to 11am.
Predeceased by her husband Frank, her sisters Mary Coar (Preston), Sheila Hutchison (Buncrana), Anne Woods (Moville), and her brother John (Derry)
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her brothers, Eamonn and Patsy, her sister-in-law, Pat, Nieces, Nephews, wide family circle and friends.
Funeral Mass for Margaret will take place on Sunday morning, January 28th at 10am in St Pius X Church, Moville followed by burial in Ballybrack Cemetery.
Margaret’s Funeral Mass can be viewed here.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Nazerath House Fahan Patient’s Comfort Fund C/O any family member.
Rose Diver, Birmingham and formerly of Bruckless
The death has occurred of Rose Diver (nee Gavigan) Birmingham and formerly of Bollywogs, Bruckless. Predeceased by husband Phonsie Diver, sisters Marie, Monica (Belfast) and twin sister Josephine (Coventry). Sadly missed by Sisters Joan Bruke and Elizabeth Egan (both Coventry), nephews, nieces and friends. Funeral Mass in St Mary's Church, Killybegs, on Saturday at 11am, followed by burial in the local cemetery afterwards.
Ernie Bell, Manorcunningham
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Ernie Bell, Galdonagh, Manorcunningham.
He will be deeply missed and remembered with love by his wife Ann, sons David and John, brother Roy, his wife Gemma and family.
His remains are reposing at his late residence.
Funeral service at his home on Saturday, January 27 at 3pm followed by burial in Raphoe Congregational Church graveyard.
House strictly private and family flowers only please.
Elizabeth Lily McCrabbe, Scotland and Manorcunningham
The peaceful death has taken place in Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland of Elizabeth Lily McCrabbe nee Hamilton formerly of Pluck, Manorcunningham. Predeceased by her husband William James and sister Rae Rodgers.
Deeply missed and remembered with love by her daughter Heather, son Andrew and daughter-in-law Linda, son Ian and daughter-in-law Sandra, daughter Wendy and son-in-law James.
Grandchildren Michelle, Kevin, James, Sean, James, Mark and Emma also great-grandchildren India, Georgia, Niall, Lily, Neve and Lylah, brother Noel Hamilton, nieces nephews and extended family circle.
Her remains will arrive at Larne harbour on Saturday, January 27 at 10am to follow on to Raphoe Presbyterian Church at approximately 12.45pm to repose overnight.
Funeral service there on Sunday at 2.30pm followed by burial in the family plot in the adjoining graveyard.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to Raphoe Presbyterian Church care of Terence McClintock funeral director.
Lila Crossan, Strabane and Lifford
The death has taken place at Melmount Manor of Lila Crossan (née Mc Gavigan), late of Melmount Villas and Ballycolman Estate, Strabane and formerly of Lifford.
Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mother of Declan, Dorena and the late Kathy, Paula and Elaine and sister of the late Billy, Hannah, Dickie, Pat, Danny, Sadie, Margaret, Molly, Kathleen and Eileen.
Reposing at her daughter, Dorena Cassidy’s home, 80 Ballycolman Estate on Friday, January 26 from 12 noon. Family time please from 11pm to 11am.
Funeral leaving her daughter’s home on Sunday, January 28 at 11.45am for Mass in St Mary`s Church, Melmount at 12.30p.m.
Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family circle.
The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam.
Pat Lynch, Linsfort
The sudden death has taken place of Pat Lynch, Gortleck, Linsfort.
Deeply saddened by his sudden passing are his loving wife Amanda and his cherished children Megan, Rebecca, Chloe and Padraic.
Sadly missed by his brothers Danny, John, Raymond and Liam; sisters Bridget, Marie and Rosaleen; brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews and extended family. Pat’s remains are reposing at his late residence.
Removal from there at 10.15am on Saturday, January 27 going to Star of the Sea Church, Desertegney for 11am requiem Mass with burial at the adjoining cemetery.
House Private to family, neighbours and close friends on Thursday at the request of the deceased, Everyone welcome on Friday from 11am – 10pm and Private on the morning of the funeral.
Michael Barron, Kerry and Balllyshannon
The death has occurred of Michael Barron, Rock Road, Killarney, County Kerry and formerly of Tonragee, Ballyshannon.
Beloved husband of Rita, he is sadly missed and dearly loved by his sons Aidan, Colum, Shane, Kieran and daughter Michelle, daughters-in-law Sharon, Gina and Claudia and Kieran's partner Veronika, his much loved grandchildren Luke, Lucas, Grace, Siún, Helena and Kevin, his brother Thomas, sisters Mai, Patsy and Elizabeth, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Michael is predeceased by his parents Johnny and Lilah and brother John.
House strictly private please. His remains are reposing at O'Shea's Funeral Home, Killarney on Friday evening from 4.30pm to 6.30pm followed by removal to St Mary's Cathedral.
Requiem Mass on Saturday morning at 10.30am, burial afterwards in New Ardchrone Cemetery. The Requiem Mass can be viewed here.
John F Grant, Buncrana and California
The death has occurred of John F (Big John) Grant, Buncrana, Donegal and late of California.
Born in Buncrana, Ireland, John passed away in Santa Rosa, California on January 19 at the age of 91.
He is lovingly survived by his son, Brian Grant; adored grandsons, Devin Grant and Carter Grant; siblings, Mary Loftis, Joan Higgins, William Grant and Hugh N Grant. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rose Grant and sons, Henry and John Grant.
A Funeral Mass for John will be celebrated on Friday at 1pm at St Eugene’s Cathedral, 2323 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa. Private Inurnment will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Santa Rosa.
Bridie Sweeney, Gaoth Dobhair
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Bridie Sweeney, Magheraclogher, Gaoth Dobhair, originally of Carrick, Gaoth Dobhair.
Predeceased by her husband Hughie and sister Máire; sadly missed by her daughters Maeve, Máire and Carmel, sons Manus and Michael, sisters Eileen, Kathleen and Mena, brother Donal, in-laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family and friends.
Her remains will repose at Roarty’s Funeral Home in Derrybeg, F92 DN4X on Thursday until Rosary at 8pm. Removal to her late residence in Magheraclogher will take place after the rosary. Wake at her home on Friday from 11am to 8pm for family, friends and neighbours only.
Funeral Mass on Saturday at 11am in St Mary’s Church, Derrybeg, with interment afterwards in Maghergallon Cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director's Facebook page.
Jack Kitchener, England and Frosses
The death has taken place of Jack Kitchener formerly of the Cranny Road, Frosses, and England, peacefully, in the wonderful care of the staff at Brindley Manor Nursing Home Convoy.
He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Jack will be laid to rest with his beloved partner, Mary, on Monday, January 29 at 1pm in Drimarone Cemetery, Drimarone.
Mary Gallagher, Dublin and Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Mary Gallagher (née Gallagher) Coolmine, Dublin 15 and formerly of Ballymaleel, Letterkenny. She died peacefully in the loving care of the staff at Swords Nursing Home.
Mary, beloved wife of the late Richard (Dick) and much-loved mother of Catherine, Neil and Richard; sadly missed by her loving family, brother Patrick, grandchildren Jack, Samuel and Holly, daughters-in-law Claire and Helen, cousin Eileen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Her remains will repose at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Blanchardstown on Friday evening between 6pm and 8pm.
Removal on Saturday morning to St Brigid’s Church, Blanchardstown arriving for Funeral Mass at 10am followed by cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium.
Family flowers only, please, donations if desired to Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.
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