Death notices for Donegal on Thursday evening, October 5

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Death notices for Donegal on Thursday evening

The following deaths have taken place:

- Smith Cambpell, Carrick and Scotland

- John Gallagher, Louth and Derrybeg

- Cáit Gillespie, Glencolmcille

- Patrick Ryan, Stranorlar

- Jim Nallen, Letterkenny and Mayo 

- Marie Chambers, Glasgow and Dungloe

- Jim Mohan, Cork and Drimarone

- Hubert Cavanagh, Greencastle

- Liam Doogan, Letterkenny

- Marian Caldwell, Malin Town

- John McGeehan, Manchester and Glenties

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.

His remains will be reposing at Shovlin’s Funeral Home, Sandfield, Ardara from 3pm to 4pm on Friday. Removal from there to arrive at his late residence in Carrick Upper at 5pm, travelling via Killybegs. 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.

Cáit Gillespie, Glencolmcille

The death has occurred peacefully of Cáit Gillespie, Main Street, Cashel, Glencolmcille surrounded by her loving family.

She is sadly missed by her husband Gerry, Sons Paul and Michael, daughter-in-law Anita, grandchildren Ciara, Roísin, Conor and Tiernan, relatives and friends.

Her remains are wreposing at her late residence at Cashel, Glencolmcille (F94 P2P6) on Thursday and Friday from 11am to 9pm. Rosary at 9pm on both nights. House is strictly private after the rosary and on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral Mass on Saturday morning at 11am at St Columba's Church, Cashel, Glencolmcille, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. The Funeral Mass will be streamlined by: ​​​​​​​https://www.mcnmedia.tv/Camera/st-columbas-glencolmcille

Patrick Ryan, Stranorlar

The death has taken place of Patrick Ryan, 16 Admiran Park, Stranorlar, F93 K3KT. He died peacefully, at Letterkenny University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Beloved husband of Ula (Julie) and much loved father of Emmett (Catherine), Sharon (Jim), Shona (Zack), Patrick (Philomena), cherished brother of John Ryan (Convoy), Martin Ryan (St Johnston), Isobel Doherty, (Lifford), Patricia Mc Fadden (Dunfanaghy), Siobhan Quinn (Lifford), also the late Brendan Ryan (Raphoe) and Nora Coyle (St. Johnston). He is eeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife ,sons, daughters, brothers ,sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.i

His remains are reposing at his late residence on Thursday from 5pm. Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral leaving from there on Saturday at 10.30am for Requiem Mass at 11am in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar with interment afterwards in Drumboe Cemetery. The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the Parish Webcam at https://www.churchservices.tv/stranorlar

Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, directly to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland.at https://alzheimer.ie/get-involved/become-a-friend-support-asi/donate/ or care of any family member

Jim Nallen, Letterkenny and Mayo

The peaceful death has occurred of Jim Nallen, 6, Knocknamona Terrace, Letterkenny, and formerly Knockmore, Mayo in the loving care of the Donegal Hospice.

Retired member of An Garda Síochána, he is predeceased by his wife Anna and sadly missed and remembered with love by his daughters Mary O’Hehir (Sligo), Caitriona Callaghan (Listillion), Michelle O’Sullivan (Cork) and son Seamus (Listillion), sons-in-law Michael, Damian and Declan, daughter-in law Orla, grandchildren Caolan, James, Shane, Ellie, Laura, Aidan and Emma, brother Paddy, sisters Kitty and Liz (Ballina), brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and many good friends and neighbours.

Jim's remains will repose at his daughter Caitriona's home at Listillion, Letterkenny (F92YCX7) on Thursday and Friday from 11am with Rosary both nights at 9pm. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral on Saturday to St Eunan's Cathedral for 11 am Requiem Mass which can be viewed at www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny followed by burial in Conwal Cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Donegal Hospice c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Rd., Letterkenny.

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. 

Jim Mohan, Cork and Drimarone

The death has occurred of Jim Mohan, Prospect Lawn, Dunmanway, Cork and formelry of Drimarone, Donegal Town. He died  peacefully after an illness which he handled with great dignity, and in the presence of his loving familyP.

Beloved husband of Liz (née O'Brien) and loving father of Stephen, Caroline and Tracy, brother of the late Pat, he is sadly missed by his sorrowing family, grandchildren Keith, Sean and Allannis, brother John, sisters Marie, Bridget, Kathleen and Eithne, brothers-in-law, sister-in- law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, friends and his former colleagues in Carbery Milk Products.

Visitation on on Thursday evening in O'Neill's Funeral Home, Dunmanway from 6.30pm to 8.00pm. Visitation on Friday afternoon from 1.15pm until 2pm sharp in O'Neill's Funeral Home followed by Funeral Mass at 2.30pm in St Patrick's Church, Dunmanway. No sympathising in St Patrick's Church before the Funeral Mass. Burial afterwards to St. Finbarr's Cemetery, Dunmanway. 

Hubert Cavanagh, Greencastle

The death has occurred of Hubert Cavanagh, Ballymacarthur, Greencastle, (F93 Y6F8). 

Beloved husband of Bridie, loving Dad to Allan, Nicola, Ian and Louise. Devoted Granda to Naoise, Amber, Jack, Charlie, Emily and Sebastian. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his siblings Agnes, Harry, Jim, Philip and the late Bernie (RIP).

Hubert's remains will repose his home. Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral Mass will take place on Friday at 11am in St Mary's Church, Ballybrack, Moville, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations, in lieu, to the Irish Cancer Society, c/o any family member.

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.

Marian Caldwell, Malin Town

The death has taken place at her home of Marian Caldwell (née Diver) of 19 Connolly Homes, Malin Town and formerly of Glebe, Carndonagh.

Her remains will repose in the Oratory at Connolly Homes, where people are invited to pay their respects from 11am to 9pm on Thursday.

The funeral Mass will take place on Friday at 10am followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

John McGeehan, Manchester and Glenties

The death has occurred of John McGeehan, Manchester and Upper Derries, Glenties.

Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Mamie, John will be sadly missed by his loving wife Bernie, daughter Danielle, son-in-law Charlie and grandchildren Amaya and Alfie, his brother Patsy, extended family and friends.

His remains are reposing at Shovlin's Funeral Home, Sandfield, Ardara, on Thursday from 6pm to 8pm.

Removal from Shovlin's Funeral Home on Friday at 10.15am to St Connell's Church, Glenties for Requiem Mass at 11am, with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live at: www.churchservices.tv/glenties

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