Deaths in Donegal - Wednesday evening - November 29, 2023


The following deaths have taken place:
- Catherine O'Donnell (née Mallon), Killybegs / Ballinalee, Longford
- Patrick (Patsy) Kelly, Upper Tivockmoy, Stranorlar
- Carmel Mc Bride (née Bell), Clontallagh, Downings
- Annie McKnight, Guest House End, Raphoe
- Kevin O'Kelly, Abbeylands, Ballyshannon
- Jim Campbell, The Close, Raphoe
- Katie Kearney, Caramore, Glentogher, Carndonagh
Catherine O'Donnell (née Mallon) Killybegs / Ballinalee, Longford
The death has occurred, in her 104th year, of Catherine (Kathleen) O’Donnell, Main St. Killybegs and formerly of Ballinalee, Co. Longford.
Peacefully, in the loving care of the Staff at Áras Uí Dhomhnaill Nursing Home, Milford, surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her husband Hugh. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her daughter Deirdra (Friel), son Hugh, sons in law Fergus and Joe, grandsons Cormac, Dermot, Lorcan, Fergus and their wives, her six great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.
Remains reposing at her late residence at Hughie’s Bar, Main St, Killybegs, from 7pm - 10pm on Wednesday, November 29, and from 1pm - 10pm on Thursday, November 30. Removal on Friday morning, December 1, at 10.30am to St. Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs, for 11am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.
Family time from 10pm both evenings and on the morning of the funeral.
Mass will be streamed on this link: https://mcnmedia.tv/Camera/st-mary-of-the-visitation-church-killybegs
Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Patient’s Comfort Fund at Áras Uí Dhomhnaill Nursing Home, Milford c/o any family member or McBrearty Funeral Directors.
Patrick (Patsy) Kelly, Upper Tivockmoy, Stranorlar
The death has occurred of Patrick (Patsy) Kelly, Upper Tivockmoy, Stranorlar, Donegal, F93 RT98.
Peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved husband of the late Margaret, and much loved father of Susie, Noel, Bernie, Margo, John, Brid, Barry, Michelle, Jeanette,and Barbara, cherished brother of John, Willie, Philomena, also the late Bridget, Hughie, Susanna (infant sister).
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving sons, daughters, sister, brothers, sons in law, daughters in law,30 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, extended family and friends.
Remains reposing at his late residence.
Funeral leaving from there on Friday, December 1, at 10.15 am for Requiem Mass at 11am in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar. Interment in Drumboe cemetery. The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the Parish Webcam at https://www.churchservices.tv/stranorlar
Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral. Rosary both nights at 9pm.
One Way System in operation. Enter L7084 at Tyrcallan on Main N13, Stranorlar, to Kilross Road. Exit via Lettermakenny.
Carmel Mc Bride (née Bell), Clontallagh, Downings
The sudden death has occurred at Galway University Hospital of Carmel Mc Bride, nee Bell, Clontallagh, Downings on November 25, 2023.
Predeceased by her husband Denis. Much loved mother of Bernie, Kieran, Paul, Darren and Gary, son-in-law, daughters-in-law and grandchildren.
Sister to Maisie, Josie (deceased), Anna, Colette, John, Seamus (deceased), nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law Sophia and Mary. Extended family and a wide circle of friends.
Carmel's remains are reposing at her late residence F92 TH28. Funeral from there on Thursday morning, November 30 going to the Church of St. John the Baptist, Carrigart, for requiem mass at 11am. Followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Mass can be viewed live on Mevagh Parish Facebook page. Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Annie McKnight, Guest House End, Raphoe
The peaceful death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Annie Mc Knight, Guest House End, Raphoe.
Annie will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her husband Davy, daughter Lorraine and son-in-law Steven. Devoted grandmother of Jessica, Matthew and Chloe.
Her remains will repose at her late residence. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday November at 12.45pm for 1pm funeral service in Raphoe Presbyterian Church with burial afterwards in the family plot in the adjoining graveyard.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu to the ICU Ward Letterkenny University Hospital, care of any family member or Terence Mc Clintock Funeral Director.
Wake private to family, close friends and neighbours. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Kevin O'Kelly, Abbeylands, Ballyshannon
The death has occurred of Kevin O'Kelly, Abbeylands, Ballyshannon, Donegal, F94 F1C8, November 26 2023. Ex - Dept of Agriculture.
Unexpectedly, at University Hospital Galway, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Beloved son of the late Thomas and Margaret O'Kelly, predeceased by his brother Kieran.
Very sadly missed by his wife Noreen, son Connor (Erin), daughters - Noelle (Brett) and Mary (Terence). Adored Grandad to Oran, Audrey, Arion, Camille, Saorla, Fíann, brothers and sisters Joe (Bridget), Sean (Catherine), Maura and the late (Jimmy), Ann and the late (Grantley), Noel (Margaret), Michael, and the late (Juliana), Francis (Ann), Bríd (Tom), Deirdre (Brendan), Niamh (Terry), sisters-in-law Maria and Claire O'Connor, brother-in-law Michael Caslin, nephews, nieces, neighbours, all his dear friends and extended O'Kelly and O'Connor families.
Reposing at his family home on Wednesday from 2pm until 7pm, private to family at all other times. Requiem Mass on Thursday at 11am in Saint Patrick's Church, Ballyshannon, followed by burial in Abbey Cemetery.
Mass can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/stpatricksballyshannon.
Jim Campbell, The Close, Raphoe
The sudden death has taken place at Letterkenny University hospital of Jim Campbell, The Close, Raphoe. Jim will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Betty, son Rodger, daughter-in-law Gemma, son Gregg, daughter-in-law Angela and daughter Zara.
Devoted grandfather of Damien, Chloe, Rhys, Ethan, Dylan and Ryan, also great granddaughter Lily. Treasured brother of Jean Wallace and brother-in-law of Robin Strain, and niece Mandy, also nieces Lynn, Rachel and nephew Mark. Jim will be missed by his wider family circle, good neighbours and many friends.
His remains will reposing at his home. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday 30 November at 1.30pm for 2pm funeral service in Carnone Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard. Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Carnone Presbyterian Church care of any family member or Terence McClintock Funeral Director.
Katie Kearney, Caramore, Glentogher, Carndonagh
The death has taken place at her home of Katie Kearney, Caramore, Glentogher, Carndonagh.
Her remains are reposing at her late residence. Funeral leaving there on Thursday at 10.15am going to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Carndonagh for Requiem Mass at 11am with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Funeral mass can be viewed live on http://www.churchmedia.tv/parishofcarndonagh
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