Death notices for Donegal - Friday evening, October 25
The following deaths have taken place:
- Jean Allen, Lifford, Strabane and Derry
- Anthony Coughlan, Mountcharles
- Fred Daly, Ballyshannon
- Pauline Grant, Letterkenny
- Daniel Brendan McKeown, Fintown
- Ailish Coyle Benaicha, Glenvar
- Kieran Doherty, Strabane, St Johnston and Lifford
- Gerry Kennedy, Kilcar
- Mary Ward, Gweedore
- Susanna Fahey, Fanad
- James Crawford, Alt Lower, Castlefinn
- Clement Gallagher, Inver
- Kathleen Breslin, London and Buncrana
Jean Allen, Lifford, Strabane and Derry
The death has taken place at Altnagelvin Hospital of Jean Allen (née Doherty), 157 Lower Main Street, Strabane, and formerly of Duke Street, Derry.
Beloved wife of the late John, and sister of the late baby Kathleen. Reposing at Eileen and Patsy Toland`s home, Ballyduff, Lifford F93 FH6K from 6.30pm on Friday, October 25.
Funeral from there on Sunday morning at 11.20am for Mass in St Patrick`s Church, Murlog, Lifford at 12 noon.
Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing family circle.
Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Family time please from 10pm to 11am. The Requiem Mass can be viewed live here.
Anthony Coughlan, Mountcharles
The unexpected death has occurred of Anthony Coughlan, Number 1, Forge Road, Mountcharles. Predeceased by his grandparents Austin and Nora and his aunty Caroline (Coughlan).
Will be loved and cherished by his heartbroken mum Nora, will be loved and missed by his aunties, uncles, extended family and friends. House strictly private.
Requiem Mass at 1pm on Sunday in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Frosses followed by private cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. Anthony’s funeral Mass can be viewed live here.
Fred Daly, Ballyshannon
The death has occurred of Fred Daly, The Barhouse, Kildoney, Ballyshannon.
He passed away peacefully in the exceptional care of the nurses and staff at Our Lady's Hospital, Manorhamilton.
Predeceased by his parents Denis and Mary, sisters Mary and Kitty, brothers Paddy James, Edward, Tommy and Fr Michael C.S.SP.
Fred will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Evelyn, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposing at John Mc Gee & Sons Funeral Home, Belleek Road, Ballyshannon, F94 ED21, on Saturday from 4pm to 7pm.
Funeral to arrive at St Patrick's Church, Ballyshannon for Requim Mass on Sunday at 12.30pm. Burial afterwards in the Abbey Assaroe Cemetery, Ballyshannon. House strictly private at all times.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to our Lady's Hospital, Manorhamilton, Patient Comfort Fund, to the care of John McGee & Sons Funeral Directors or any family member. Fred's Funeral Mass can be viewed live here.
All enquiries to John McGee & Sons Funeral Home on 087 2218483.
Tony Johnston, Derry and Inch
The death has occurred at Altnagelvin Hospital of Tony Johnston, 2 Drummond Park, Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8PH and formerly Inch House, Moress, Inch.
Tony will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving wife Christine; daughter and sons Aoife Nic Sheáin, Tony and Eoghan; brothers Pat, Martin and Frank; sisters Mary Nolan and Ethna Johnston; grandchildren, wider family circle and friends.
Tony’s remains will be reposing at his home on Saturday, October 26 from 12 noon where you are welcome to pay your respects. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am and on the morning of the funeral.
Removal from there on Monday, October 28 at 10am to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Inch for Requiem Mass at 11am followed by interment in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed on YouTube Fahan Parish. Family flowers only please.
Pauline Grant, Letterkenny
The death has occurred in Letterkenny University Hospital of Pauline Grant, 94 Glenwood Park, Letterkenny F92XPF2.
Reposing at her late residence from 4pm on Friday, October 25 and 10am on tomorrow, Saturday, October 26. Rosary both nights at 9pm.
Funeral Mass on Sunday October 27 at 2 pm in St. Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny, with burial afterwards in Conwal Cemetery
Funeral mass can be viewed at www.steunanscathedral.ie. Any enquires to Con McDaid Funeral Directors.
Daniel Brendan McKeown, Fintown
The death has taken place in Nottingham, England, of Daniel Brendan McKeown, formerly from Meenasrone, Fintown.
Reposing at the home of his brother, John McKeown, in Meenasrone, Fintown, F94RX61, from 11am on Saturday, October 26. Rosary at 9 pm with family time from 10 p.m and on the morning of the funeral.
Requiem Mass at 1.30pm on Sunday, October 27 in St Colmcille's Chapel, Fintown, with burial afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard.
The funeral Mass can be viewed on the Teach Pobail Cholmcille Naofa, Baile na Finne Facebook page.
Daniel Brendan is survived by his wife Grace, daughters Christine, Mary, Sarah and Naan, sons, Brendan and Sean, sister Breda and brothers John and Declan. He is pre-deceased by his parents Brigid and Joseph, brother Michael, sisters Nancy and Mary.
Ailish Coyle Benaicha, Glenvar
The death has taken place in London of Ailish Coyle Benaicha, formerly from Glenvar.
Deeply missed by her loving family, friends and neighbours in London, Glasgow and Donegal.
Funeral will take place in London with burial in Herongate Wood Cemetery, Brentwood, Essex on November 1, 2024.
Mass will be offered for Ailish in St Mary’s Star of the Sea Church, Glenvar on Saturday, October 26 at 6pm.
Kieran Doherty, Strabane, St Johnston and Lifford
The death has taken place at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, of Kieran Doherty, 3 Melmount Villas, Strabane, Creatland, St Johnston and formerly of Porthall, Lifford.
Devoted husband of the late Majella (née O`Kane) much loved father of Connor, dearly loved grandfather of Kyran, beloved son of the late Mary Sarah and Willie Doherty and a dear brother of Liam and Marie.
Reposing at Quigley’s Funeral Home on Friday, October 25 from 7pm to 8pm.
Funeral leaving the funeral home on Saturday morning, October 26 at 11.30am for Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Melmount at 12 noon.
Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, grandson, brother, sister and family circle.
The requiem Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam.
Gerry Kennedy, Kilcar
The death has occurred of Gerry Kennedy, Towney Road, Kilcar.
He passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He will be sadly missed by all.
A much-loved husband to Goretti, much loved father of daughter Claire (Eamon) and son David (Deirdre). Loving grandad of Shauna, Cian, Ailis, Jack, Naoise and Fiadh, great granddad of Millie.
Dearest brother of Tague, Noel, Aidan, Jimmy, Maire, Cait, Anne and Martina, his sisters and brothers in-law, nieces and nephews, wider family circle and many friends. Predeceased by his parents Michael and Mamie and brothers Liam and Paddy.
Remains reposing at Shovlin's Funeral Home, Sandfield, Ardara (F94 A250) on Friday, October 25 from 3pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass on Sunday at 11.00am in St. Cartha's Church, Kilcar with burial afterwards in the local cemetery. House Strictly Private at all times to Family only please. Family Flowers only please.
Mary Ward, Gweedore
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Mary Ward, Brinalack, Gweedore.
Predeceased by her parents; Dan and Grace, sisters Madgie and Gráinne, brothers Paddy and Owenie, infant brothers Charlie and Dan and granddaughter Ríona.
Sadly missed by her loving husband Manus, daughters; Graceanne (Colm), Maria (Declan), Maeve (Thomas), sons Thomas (Michelle) & Owen (Ciara), grandchildren Shaun, Manus, Tadhg, Ruadhan, Fionnan, Fia, Leah, Maryanne and Aoife, brother John and extended family and friends.
Reposing at her son Thomas’ residence (F92 P8F8) in Brinalack. Rosary nightly at 8pm.
House private please from after the Rosary until 11am, and also private please on the morning of the Funeral.
Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, October 26 at 11am in St Colmcille’s Church, Cnoc Fola, with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director’s Facebook page.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Cancer Care West, c /o any family member.
Susanna Fahey, Fanad
The peaceful death has occurred at the Donegal Hospice of Susanna Fahey (née Dorrian), Ballure, Fanad.
Removal from Eternal Light Chapel of Rest today Thursday, October 24 at 3pm going to her late residence.
Pre-deceased by her parents Willie and Jiley and her sisters Caitlin, Rose and Eileen.
Much loved wife of Allan, mother of Jacqueline (Gerard), Paul (Jess), Gavin (Claire), Amanda and Jenna. Much adored Granny to her seven grandchildren and a loving sister.
Sadly missed and always remembered by her family, neighbours and many friends. Removal from Eternal Light Chapel of Rest Mountain Top, Letterkenny, today Thursday, October 24 at 3pm going to her late residence. House private please from 10pm to 12 midday. Bus in operation each evening. Rosary each night at 9pm
Funeral Mass will take place at St Mary’s Chruch, Fanavolty, Fanad at 12 noon on Saturday, October 26 with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired to Donegal Hospice and Tamney Health Centre Patients Comfort Fund c/o Eamonn Scott Funeral Directors or any family member
James Crawford, Alt Lower, Castlefinn
The death has occurred of James Crawford, Alt Lower, Castlefinn, Donegal, F93 A5N6.
Beloved husband of Maureen, much-loved father of Charlie (Anne-Marie), Jerome (Kathleen) and Ryan (Marie), loving grandad of Caolan, Dylan, Kiera, Matthew, Oran, Aoibheann, Darragh, James and Eva, dearest brother of Margaret, Mary, Rosaleen, Tommy, Danny and the late Nuala and Phyllis.
Reposing at the family home on Thursday, October 24 from 12 noon. Funeral from the family home on Saturday, October 26 at 11.20am for requiem Mass at 12 noon in St Columba's Church, Doneyloop. Interment afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard. The Mass can be viewed via the parish webcam. Very deeply regretted and sadly missed by his entire family circle.
Clement Gallagher, Inver
The death has occurred of Clement Gallagher, Meenacahan, Inver, Co. Donegal F94DY64, peacefully at Galway University Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his parents Augustine and Mamie Gallagher. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife Kathleen (nee Campbell), daughters Kelly (Padraig Beirne), Tara, and Ruth (Michael Stamp), and grandchild Aideen, siblings Olive, Yvonne, Eunan, Naomi, Dympna and Finbarr, brothers and sisters in law, aunt Roisin Herron, uncle Donal Kelly, nephews and nieces, relations, neighbours, friends, Ardara Sets Dancers, and extended dancing community. May Clement Rest in Eternal Peace
Reposing at his home (F94DY64) on Thursday and Friday from 11am to 9 pm with rosary at both nights at 9pm. Removal on Saturday morning for 12 noon requiem Mass in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Frosses with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private on the morning of the funeral.
Kathleen Breslin, London and Buncrana
The death has taken place of Kathleen Breslin, Palmers Green, London, formerly of Buncrana.
Predeceased by her husband Brian. A much-loved mother of Karen and Brian.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her grandchildren Megan, Chloe, Lilly and Scarlett, her nieces and nephews, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.
Funeral Mass will take place at St Monica's Catholic Church, Palmers Green on Monday, October 21 at 11.30am.
A graveside service will take place on Saturday, October 26 at St Mary’s, Cockhill, Buncrana.
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