Lewis Kelly to be laid to rest this Saturday in Inishowen

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The late Lewis Kelly

Lewis Kelly was a popular pupil at Carndonagh Community School, preparing to sit his Leaving Certificate examinations next month.

The funeral of a Donegal teenager who passed away will take place on Saturday.

Lewis Kelly was a popular pupil at Carndonagh Community School, preparing to sit his Leaving Certificate examinations next month.

Lewis, from 27 Dunailainn, Culdaff, passed away peacefully at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, surrounded by his loving family, after beginning to feel unwell on Friday.

Devastated and heartbroken by his passing are his parents, Michelle and Hugh, his sister Zevagh, his brothers Quinn and Regan and his girlfriend Darcey; cherished grandson of Breege, Michael (RIP), Mary and Brian (RIP).

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his aunts, uncles and cousins, wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Lewis's remains will arrive at the Muff border this evening (Wednesday) at approximately 9:30pm to continue to the family home in Culdaff (F93 R83C).

Funeral from there on Saturday, May 9, at 1:10pm for 2pm Requiem Mass in St Patrick's Church, Aughaclay, followed by burial in Lagg graveyard.

Requiem Mass can be viewed live on Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director's Facebook Page. Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the Funeral.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Richmond ICU Beaumont Hospital C/O any family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

A talented and dedicated young sportsman, Lewis was widely known for his passion and commitment on the field.

He played Gaelic football with Malin and soccer with Culdaff FC, progressing through the underage ranks to represent the club’s senior team. Off the pitch, he worked part-time at McGuinness’ Bar in Culdaff, where he was much-loved.

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