Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday morning, June 7, 2023
The following deaths have occurred:
- Anthony (Tony) Cunningham Ardara / Trim
- Máire Ui Mhaolchallann (née Keane Ní Chatháin), Letterkenny / Galway
- David Thomas Lane, Dundrum, Dublin / Portnoo
- William (Willie) McDermott, Letterkenny / Meenahorna, Ballybofey
- Gerry Collum, Derrybeg / Gorthork
- Gerard O’Connor, Hollymount, Carndonagh
- Barry Gough, 8 Station Road, Ballyshannon
- Terry Tinney, London / Castlefinn
Anthony (Tony) Cunningham Ardara / Trim
The death has occurred of Anthony (Tony) Cunningham of St. Joseph’s CNU, Trim, Co. Meath and originally of Ardara.
Died peacefully on June 5, 2023.
Predeceased by his wife Marie, survived by his grieving sisters and brother, Bridget, Margaret, Celine and Charles and children Anna-Marie, Anthony, Michaela, Marcus and Francesca. Also his grandchildren and great grandchild.
His family’s would like to extend their sincere thanks and gratitude to all the staff at St. Joseph's for the exceptional care he received while there. He will be missed.
Reposing at Lakelands Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Cavan from 2-4 Saturday, June 10, followed by Funeral service and Cremation.
Máire Ui Mhaolchallann (née Keane Ní Chatháin), Letterkenny / Galway
The death has occurred of Máire Ui Mhaolchallann (née Keane Ní Chatháin), 70 Ashlawn, Letterkenny, (F92 N6KT) / Galway. Suddenly after a short illness in Letterkenny University Hospital. Predeceased by parents Barbara and Paitín, brother Máirtín, sons Diarmaid and baby Cathal and former husband Séan. Sadly missed by daughters Róisín and Gráinne, sons-in-law Antoine and Mark, and grandchildren Evan, Cain and Cormac. Always remembered by extended family members neighbours and friends.
Marie's remains will repose at her late residence on Wednesday, June 7, from 2pm until 10pm. Funeral from there on Thursday morning, June 8, going to The Church of the Irish Martyrs, Ballyraine, Letterkenny for Requiem Mass at 11am followed by interment in New Leck Cemetery. The funeral mass can be viewed here.
Bhásaigh Máire Uí Mhaolchallann (Ní Chátháin) 70 Léana na Fuinnseoige, Leitir Ceanainn ar an 6ú Meitheamh go tobann tar éis tinnis gairid. Imithe roimpi tá a tuismitheoirí Barbara agus Paitín, a deartháir Máirtín, a hiar-pháistí Seán, a mac Diarmaid agus Leanbh Cathal. o brónach ina diaidh tá a hiníonacha Róisín agus Gráinne, páirtí a clann Antoine agus Mark, garpháistí gaolta comharsain agus cairde.
Beidh sí á torramh sa mbaile Dé Céadaoin Meitheamh ón 2 i.n. go dtí a 10 i.n. Tabharfar a corp go dtí Séipéil Mairtíreach Eireannach le haghaidh Aifreann na Sochraide ar an Déardaoin 8ú Meitheamh ag 11 r.n. Cuirfear í tar éis an Aifrinn i Reilig na Leice.
David Thomas Lane, Dundrum, Dublin / Portnoo
The death has occurred of David Thomas Lane, Dundrum, Dublin / Portnoo in the exceptional care of the staff at Gascoigne care home in Rathmines. Beloved husband of Louisa; much-loved father of Johanna, Tim and Andrew; and father-in-law of Mike. Formerly of Dundrum, and teacher at Newpark Comprehensive School, Blackrock. Loved and remembered by his sister, Alison, and brother-in-law, Bob, and a wide circle of family and friends, including his best canine friend, Molly.
Service of Thanksgiving and burial will take place on Thursday, June,8 at 12pm in St Patrick’s Church in Enniskerry.
Flowers from your garden or wildflowers only, or donations to fieldsoflife.org should you wish.
William (Willie) McDermott, Meenahorna, Ballybofey
The death has occurred of William (Willie) McDermott, 5 Knocknamona Terrace, Letterkenny / Meenahorna, Ballybofey, Retired Nurse - St. Conal's Hospital, Letterkenny. Willie is predeceased by his wife Margaret, son Liam and his sister Mary.
He will be sadly missed by his sons Séamus (Jennifer), Micheal (Joanne), grandchildren Órin, Cónor, Sean, Jamie, Hannah, Alice and great-grandchildren.
Reposing at his late residence until removal on Wednesday, June 7 at 10.30am for Requiem Mass at 11am in St Eunan's Cathedral. Burial afterwards in Kilteevogue Cemetery, Glenfin. Family time 11pm till 10am, please.
The Requiem Mass can be viewed at http://www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny
Gerry Collum, Meenaniller, Derrybeg
The death has occurred of Gerry Collum, Meenaniller, Derrybeg. He passed away at his home at 5 Ailt Aoibhinn, Meenaniller, Derrybeg. He was originally from Ardsbeg, Gortahork.
He will be sadly missed by his wife Madge, daughter Marie, sons Éamonn and Gearóid, son-in-law Leonard, daughters-in-law Laura and Jenny, grandchildren Callum and Senan and extended family and friends.
Predeceased by his son James Beag and his brothers and sisters. His remains reposed at Roarty's Funeral Home, Derrybeg until Rosary time at 8pm. Removal took place afterwards to the family home. House private on Wednesday, please.
Funeral Mass in St Mary's Church, Derrybeg, on Thursday, June 8, at 11am, with burial afterwards in Cnoc Fola Cemetery.
Gerard O’Connor, Hollymount, Carndonagh
The death has taken place at Hillcrest House Nursing Home Letterkenny of Gerard O’Connor, Hollymount, Carndonagh.
Funeral leaving from his brother's residence, Andy O’Connor, in Hollymount Carndonagh on Wednesday, June 7 at 10.15am going to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Carndonagh for Requiem Mass at 11am with Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
The funeral Mass can be viewed live at www.churchmedia.tv/parishofcarndonagh
Barry Gough, 8 Station Road, Ballyshannon
The death has occurred of Barry Gough, 8 Station Road, Ballyshannon. He passed away peacefully at Sligo University Hospital. Beloved husband of Laura, much loved father of Seamus (Honang Ngoc Thao My) Siobhan, and brother Baden.
Predeceased by his younger brother Boyd, relatives and friends.
Private family cremation will take place at Lakeland's Crematorium Cavan at a later date. Family home private at all times. No flowers, by request.
Terry Tinney, London and Castlefinn
The death has occurred of Terry Tinney, London and Castlefinn. He passed away peacefully early on Saturday morning, May 27 in London, England.
Terry will be sorely and deeply missed by his wife Jean, children; Dean, Jason and Kirsty, grandchildren; Orla, Erin, Trafford and Winter, brothers; Anthony and Laurence, sister-in-law; Doreen and Sylvia, son and daughter-in-law; Daniel and Rachel and many nieces, nephews and friends.
His funeral Mass will take place on Friday, June 23 at 10am, in St Aidan’s Catholic Church in East Acton, London and followed by burial at Mortlake Cemetery.
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