Tributes paid to Henry O'Donnell - renowned swimmer and adventurer
A native Irish speaker, Henry was exceptionally proud of his language, culture and heritage
There is huge sadness across the county and beyond following the sudden death of Henry O'Donnell.
Mr O'Donnell passed away on Tuesday. Tributes have been pouring onto social media in the wake of his death.
The 58-year-old athlete became the first man to finswim around Ireland covering a staggering journey of 1,569 kilometres or 847 nautical miles.
Henry was a lifelong supporter of the RNLI and an unwavering supporter and advocate for water safety. Henry was appointed as an ambassador for Water Safety Ireland which was testament to his work.
The father-of-six was a native of Carrickfinn and later lived in Glencar, Letterkenny. He was a fluent Irish speaker and was exceptionally proud of his language and culture. He was also a renowned singer and competed at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann and other similar events.
Henry's Funeral Mass will take place tomorrow, Saturday, at 11am in St Mary's Star of the Sea Church Annagry with cremation at Lakelands Crematorium Cavan at a later date.Mass can be viewed on mcnmedia.tv St.Mary's Star of the Sea Church Annagry.