Death notices for Donegal on Thursday morning, January 25
The following deaths have taken place:
- Michael Barron, Kerry and Balllyshannon
- John F Grant, Buncrana and California
- Bridie Sweeney, Gaoth Dobhair
- Dessie Sweeney, Letterkenny
- Joe Campbell, Bundoran
- Jack Kitchener, England and Frosses
- Mary Ita Boyle, Glenties
- Mary Gallagher, Dublin and Letterkenny
- Stephen O'Donnell, Westmeath and Letterkenny
- Paul Coyle, Ranafast and Gaoth Dobhair
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 for Michael will be live streamed on http://www.churchservices.tv/killarneycathedral
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 from 2pm 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.
Dessie Sweeney, Letterkenny
The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Dessie (Desmond) Sweeney, 9, Cheshire Apartments, Long Lane, Letterkenny, F92 AK83, and formerly Sallaghagrane and Thorndale.
Predeceased by his parents Evelyn and Donal and deeply regretted by his brother Andrew and partner Clodagh, Laytown (Co Meath), devoted staff and residents of Cheshire apartments, extended family and friends.
Reposal of remains continues at his late residence on Thursday from 12 noon concluding at 4.30pm with removal to St Eunan’s Cathedral for reception prayers at 5pm.
Dessie's remains will repose overnight for Requiem Mass at 11am on Friday, which can be viewed live on the webcam for St Eunans Cathedral. Interment will take place afterwards in the family plot in Drumoghill cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations if wished to the Cheshire Apartments or Donegal branch of MS c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.
Joe Campbell, Bundoran
The death has occurred suddenly, at his late residence, of Joe Campbell, 25 Gaelic Park Drive, Bundoran.
Beloved father to Lisa, Emma, Luke, Leonie and Dane. Deeply regretted and will be forever missed by his loving sons, daughters, their partners, his beloved nine grandchildren, sisters Sue and Judy, and all his many nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours, home carers and friends.
His remains are reposing at Breslin's Funeral Home, West End, Bundoran F94E92F, on Thursday evening from 5pm to 7pm, all welcome.
Removal from his late residence on Friday morning at 10.30am to arrive at Breslin's Funeral Home, West End, Bundoran, for Celebration of Life Service at 11am, with burial afterwards in St Ninnidh's Cemetery, Newtown, Bundoran.
Family flowers only, please, donations, in memory of Joe, to The Irish Wheelchair Association care of donation box at Funeral Home or by post to Donal Breslin at Breslin's Funeral Home, Bundoran.
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.
Funeral arrangements to follow.
Mary Ita Boyle, Glenties
The death has occurred at Harbour Lights Nursing Home of Mary Ita Boyle, née Harkin, Letterilly, Glenties.
Predeceased by her husband Brian. Sadly missed by her daughter Eileen, son in law Cambell, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Her remains reposing at her residence.
Funeral from there on Thursday morning at 11.15am to St Conal's Church, Glenties, for 12noon Requiem Mass, with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to The Harbour Lights Nursing Home Comfort Fund c/o any family member.
Mary Gallagher, Dublin and Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Mary Gallagher (née Gallagher) Coolmine, Dublin 15 and formerly of Ballymaleel, Letterkenny. She died ppeacefully 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.
Stephen O'Donnell, Westmeath and Letterkenny
The death has taken place following a short illness, of Stephen O'Donnell, Austin Friars Street, Mullingar, Westmeath and formerly Letterkenny.
Predeceased by his parents Fred and Monica, brothers Gregory and Valentine and sister Theresa. Father of Zoe, Holly and Bruce, grandfather of Kayleigh, Lexi, Logan and James, missed by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
His remains are reposing at Gilsenan's Funeral Home, Mullingar, N91 K660, on Thursday from 5pm with removal to the Cathedral of Christ the King arriving at 6.30 pm.
Stephen's Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 11am followed by private cremation. The Mass may be viewed on the live webcam at www.mullingarparish.ie
Paul Coyle, Ranafast and Gaoth Dobhair
The death has occurred of Paul Coyle, Carraig a' Choill, Ranafast and Luinneach, Gaoth Dobhair.
Predeceased by his parents Hugh and Maggie Coyle and niece Angela; sadly missed by his loving wife Ann, sons David and Conor, sister Grace, brothers Charlie, Hugh, James and John, mother-in-law Sandra Devenney, in-laws and extended family and friends.
Funeral Mass in St Mary's Star of the Sea Church, Annagry, on Thursday afternoon at 1pm, with interment afterwards in Magheragallon Cemetery.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Donegal Hospice.
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