Death notices for Donegal on Sunday morning, October 8
The following deaths have taken place:
- Kevin Barham, Killygordon
- William (Willie) Barr, Derrybeg
- Kathleen Lynch, Gleneely and Kilmacrennan
- Sheila McGee, Ballintra
- Mina Whyte, Castlederg and Convoy
- Jim McPhelim, Ballyshannon
- Mary Mc Geady, Gaoth Dobhair
- Sandra Conroy, Strabane and St Johnston
- Kathleen Lynch, Scotland, Kilmacrenan and Gleneely
- Ivan Vance, Convoy
- Bridie Drein, Letterkenny
- Ken Rule, Killygordon
- Thomas Meade, Fanad
- Smith Cambpell, Carrick and Scotland
- John Gallagher, Louth and Derrybeg
- Marie Chambers, Glasgow and Dungloe
- Liam Doogan, Letterkenny
Kevin Barham, Killygordon
The sudden death has occurred, at his late residence, of Kevin Barham, 51 Forrest Park, Killygordon and formerly Kingsthorpe, Northamton, England.
Beloved husband of Ann and much loved brother of Lynda (Kidwell). Predeceased by his parents and his brother Martin. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by his wife, sister, his niece Lucy Kidwell, brothers in law, sisters in law, extended family and friends.
His remains are reposing at Mc Cool’s Chapel Of Rest, Ballybofey, on Sunday from 6pm.to 9pm. Funeral leaving from there on Monday at 10.30am for rrivate cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.
William (Willie) Barr, Derrybeg
Fuair William (Willie)) Barr as Mullach na Tullach, Doire Beaga, bás sa bhaile.
Ar shlua na bhfírean roimhe , tá a bhean chéile Maggie, iníon Máire, a thuismitheoirí agus deartháireacha & deirfiúracha. Maireann a mhac John Barr, deirfiúracha Nuala, Bernadette agus Honor, gar iníonacha Jennifer agus Pauline agus gaolta agus cairde eile .
Dhéanfar a fhaire i dTeach Tórraimh Uí Rabhartaigh sná Doirí Beaga (F92 DN4X) Dé Domhnaigh ón 1 a chlog go 5.45 i.n. Aistreofar a chorp ansin go Teach Pobail Mhuire, Doire Beaga, don 6 a chlog.
Cuirfear é i Reilig Mhachaire Gathlán, Dé Luain, i ndiaidh Aifreann 11 a chlog sná Doirí Beaga.
The death has taken place, at his home, of William (Willie) Barr, Mullach na Tullach, Derrybeg.
Predeceased by his wife Maggie, daughter Máire, his parents and siblings. Sadly missed by his son, John Barr, sisters Nuala, Bernadette and Honor, granddaughters Jennifer and Pauline and extended family and friends.
His remains will repose at Roarty's Funeral Home, Derrybeg (F92 DN4X) on Sunday, from 1 pm until 5.45pm. Removal afterwards to St. Mary's Church Derrybeg, for 6pm to repose overnight.
Funeral Mass on Monday, October at 11am, with interment afterwards in Magheragallon Cemetery.
The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director's Facebook page. https://bit.ly/3DoIMm
Kathleen Lynch, Gleneely and Kilmacrennan
The death has taken place, at her home in Scotland, of Kathleen Lynch, nee McGrenra.
Beloved wife of John, loving mother of Annemarie, Kathleen, Jacqueline, Paul and Siobhan, evoted grandmother of nine.
Funeral Mass will take place on Sunday at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Bocan, Culdaff, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Kathleen's funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.culdaffparish.com
Sheila McGee, Ballintra
The death has occurred peacefully, at Donegal Community Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, of Sheila McGee, née Lynch, of Rath, Ballintra, F94E2T5
Predeceased by her husband, Jude, her brothers, Charlie and Pat, sisters, Tilly and Mary Teresa; deeply regretted by her daughters, Karen (David) and Paula (JP); much-loved grandmother to Eoin, Holly, Noah, Aoibh and Zoe.
He remains are reposing at her late residence on Monday from 2pm until 9pm. House private on the morning of the funeral, please.
Removal on Tuesday morning to St Brigid's Church, Ballintra, for 11am funeral Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Funeral Mass may be also be viewed online at https://www.churchservices.tv/ballintra
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to Donegal Community Hospital Patients Comfort Fund c/o Jackie Carron Funeral Directors or any family member.
Mina Whyte, Castlederg and Convoy
The peaceful death has taken place, at Altnagelvin Hospital, of Mina Whyte, 26 Muckle Hill View, Castlederg, BT817TR and formerly of Knockagannon Convoy.
Predeceased by her partner John Boyd; loving mother of Stephen, Elaine and Robert (Charlene); devoted grandmother to Tabitha, Joshua, Benjamin, Zara, Sophie, Jonathan, Harrison, Samuel and Charlie.
Her remains are reposing at her late residence from 11am on Sunday.
Funeral leaving from there on Tuesday at 12.30pm for 1pm funeral service in Drumlegagh Presbyterian Church, followed by burial afterwards in the family plot in the adjoining graveyard. Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please, donations, in lieu, to Drumlegagh Presbyterian Church building fund care of any family member or Terence McClintock funeral director.
Jim McPhelim, Ballyshannon
The peaceful death has taken place of Jim McPhelim, Killdoney, Ballyshannon.
He will be missed by his beloved wife Breege, sons Gerard (Ann-Marie), Francis (Ann-Marie), daughter Edel (John), his five adored grandchildren Killian, Aoife, Jamie, Declan and Liam. Predeceased by his parents James and Bridget.
His remains are feposing at his residence on Sunday, from 12 noon until 9pm
House private to family on the morning of the funeral.
Removal takes place on Monday morning, to arrive at St Patrick's Church, Ballyshannon, for 11am Mass of the Resurrection followed by burial in Abbey Cemetery. Mass can be viewed on the parish webcam at https://www.churchservices.tv/stpatricksballyshannon
Mary Mc Geady, Gaoth Dobhair
The death has taken place at her home of Mary Mc Geady, Glais a Chú, Gaoth Dobhair, 92K2K6.
Predeceased by her husband Neddie, son John, daughter Máire bheag, her parents Seán and Fanny, brothers Eddie, Pat and sister Rosie; she is survived by her daughters Eileen, Margaret, Breid, Frances and Josie, son Pól, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her sisters Maggie, Kitty and brother Seán.
Her remains are reposing at her late residence with Rosary at 8pm. House private after Rosary till 11am and private on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from there on Sunday for 12 noon Requiem Mass in St Colmcille Church, Knockfola F92 D586 with burial afterwards in the adjacent cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed live on Gallagher funeral director Facebook page.
Sandra Conroy, Strabane and St Johnston
The death has taken place at her home of Sandra Conroy, Cavanacaw, St Johnston and formerly of 97 Springhill Park, Strabane.
Much loved mother of Brooke, mother-in-law of Gerard, dearly loved grandmother of Lauren, Bobbie and Sloane, beloved daughter of the late Kathleen and Jim Conroy and sister of Martin, Thomas, Lee and the late Jim, Brian and Anne.
Funeral Mass will take place on Sunday at 10am with interment afterwards in Strabane Cemetery. The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the Parish Webcam: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/church-of-the-immaculate-conception-strabane
Kathleen Lynch, Scotland, Kilmacrenan and Gleneely
The death has taken place at her home of Kathleen Lynch (nee McGrenra), Gleniffer Road, Renfrew, Scotland, formerly Kilmacrenan and Gleneely.
Beloved wife of John, loving mother of Annemarie, Kathleen, Jacqueline, Paul and Siobhan. Devoted grandmother of nine.
Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by her wide family circle and many friends.
Kathleen’s remains will arrive at Muff on Saturday at approximately 8pm going to her home in Gleneely via Quigley's Point and over Cnoc an Uininn.
Funeral Mass for Kathleen will take place on Sunday, October 8 at 12noon in St Mary’s Church, Bocan, Culdaff followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.culdaffparish.com
Ivan Vance, Convoy
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Ivan Vance, Kiltoal, Convoy surrounded by his loving family.
Much loved husband of Geraldine, loving father of Gary, Julie and Ashleen, daughter-in-law Claire and son-in-law Martin. Loving grandfather to Harry, Brooke, Tyler, Elsie and Charley. Ivan is predeceased by his brother Harold and will be sadly missed by his brothers Billy (Dess), Ronald (Isobell), Derek (Asye) and sister Caroline (John). Also brother-in-law Dougie and Heather.
His remains are reposing at his son’s home, Cavan Upper, Killygordon F93K5D3.
Funeral Service in Gary’s home on Sunday at 2pm followed by burial afterwards in St Ninian’s Church graveyard, Convoy.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu to the Renal Dialysis Unit Letterkenny University Hospital and St Ninian’s Parish Church, Convoy C/O any family member or Terence McClintock Funeral Director.
Bridie Drein, Letterkenny
The peaceful death has taken place at Letterkenny University of Bridie Drein, née McLaughlin, 24 Meadowbank, Long Lane, Letterkenny F92 CXK6.
Deeply missed by her loving husband Seamus, daughter Carolyn and Noel, daughter Suzanne and John, brothers Jack, Niall, Danny and Charles, grandchildren Shaun, Laura, Mark, Packie, Christopher, Ryan and Emma, great-grandchildren Eimear and Mícheál, brother-in-law Brian Drein and wife Mena, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.
Bridie is pre-deceased by her parents John and Susie McLaughlin, her brother George and wife Patricia, and their daughter Fiona.
Funeral from her late residence on Sunday at 11.15am going to St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny for 12noon. Requiem Mass which can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny Interment will take place afterwards in Conwal Cemetery.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to the Intensive Care Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member.
Ken Rule, Killygordon
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Ken Rule, Carricknamanna, Killygordon, F93 HPV3.
Predeceased by his loving wife Hilary. Ken will be deeply missed and remembered, with much love by his daughter Susan (Shane), son Gordon (Jennifer), grandchildren Emma, Jessica, Amelia, Olivia and Robyn, neighbours, friends and wider family circle.
His remains reposing at his late residence. Family time from 10pm to 11am.
Funeral leaving his home on Sunday at 3pm for 3.30pm Funeral Service in Donoughmore Presbyterian Church with burial afterwards in the family plot.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu to The Oncology Ward, C/O Any family member or Terence McClintock Funeral Director.
Thomas Meade, Fanad
The death has taken place of Thomas Meade, Tonbane, Glebe, Fanad. His remains are reposing at his home.
Funeral Mass on Sunday at 1pm in St Mary’s Church, Fanavolty with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Smith Cambpell, Carrick and Scotland
Smith Campbell of Carrick Upper, Carrick and formerly of Scotland passed away peacefully in the Donegal Hospice surrounded by his loving family and in the excellent care of the nurses and staff.
Predeceased by his sister Ann, beloved husband of Máire, much loved father to Gavin and Colin and devoted grandfather to Joseph, Nicole, Clark, Sienna, River and Willow. He will be sadly missed by his daughters-in-law Lindsey and Nina, his sisters-in-law, Isobel, Bríd, Christine, his brother-in-law Frank, his nieces and nephews and wide circle of relatives, neighbours and friends.
The family home is private to family, friends and neighbours.
Removal to St Columba’s Church, Carrick on Sunday for Funeral Mass at 11am with burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Donegal Hospice, c/o Curran’s Funeral Services.
John Gallagher, Louth and Derrybeg
The death has occurred peacefully at Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, of John Gallagher, George’s Street, Drogheda and formerly of Derrybeg.
John is predeceased by his wife Anne and is sadly missed by his sons Tony and John, daughters-in-law Janelle and Tony’s partner Jackie, grandchildren Matthew and Kayla, Molly and Rían and their Mam Judith, brother Andy, sisters Nellie and Máire, brothers in law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
His remains are reposing at Townley’s Funeral Home, Crosslanes (A92 XN75) on Sunday afternoon from 4pm until 7pm
Funeral Mass takes place on Monday at 12 noon in St Peter’s Church, West Street. It can be viewed live on www.saintpetersdrogheda.ie Burial will take place afterwards in Calvary Cemetery.
Marie Chambers, Glasgow and Dungloe
The death has occurred of Marie Chambers (née Gallagher), Glasgow, formerly of Dooey, Dungloe. She passed away peacefully at home with her beloved husband Vincent, son Joe and daughter Martina by her side.
Daughter to the late Josie and Mary Kate Gallagher, sister to Francis, Pat and Jim, Nana to Cliodhna, Aaron, Eva, Nathan, Ethan and Mya, mother-in-law to Amanda and Stephen and friend to many.
Viewing will take place on Saturday, October 14 at Anderson Maguire, 15 - 17 Hamilton Street, Glasgow, G42 0PL between 2pm and 4pm.
Funeral will take place at 9.30am on Monday, October 16 2023 at Holycross RC chapel, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER thereafter to the Linn Crematorium, 413 Lainshaw Drive, G45 9SP.
Family flowers only, please.
Liam Doogan, Ard Colmcille, Letterkenny
The sudden death has taken place of Liam Doogan in hospital in England formerly of Ard Colmcille, Letterkenny.
Predeceased by his parents Colm and Susan (née McTeague), he is deeply regretted by his loving wife Eleanor, daughter Rhiannon, son-in-law Edward, sister Sandra, brother Colm and his two nieces Niamh and Eimear.
Funeral arrangements later.
Enquiries to Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Rd., Letterkenny. Tel: 086 8862342.
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