Death notices for Donegal on Friday evening, December 27
The following deaths have taken place:
- Joseph Houston, Cloghan
- Carl Ryan, Dublin and Buncrana
- Tom Munnelly, Cranford and Mayo
- Veronica McShea, Ballintra and Manorcunningham
- Joe Birkett, Clonmany
- Noreen Catterson, Castlefin and Derry
- Teresa Gallagher, Creeslough
- Sally Boyce, Falcarragh
- Lexie Ross, Carrigans
- Bernard Rutherford, Carndonagh, Convoy and Ballybofey
- Kathleen Crilly, Derry and Clonmany
- Alicia Curran, Killybegs and Tipperary
- Nora Doherty, Derrybeg
Joseph Houston, Cloghan
The death has occurred peacefully at his home in Birmingham, England, in his 100th year, of Joseph Houston, formerly of Lettershanbo, Cloghan.
Beloved husband of the late Mary, much loved father to Angela, (James) Caroline, (Craig) and John (Helen). Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his son, daughter, grandchildren, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, nephews, nieces in Ireland and England, (Mc Cool family, Hone family, Houston family) extended family and friends.
Joe’s Requiem Mass will take place on Monday, January 13 at 11am in the Church of St Joseph and St Helen, Kings Norton, with interment in St. Nicholas Churchyard, Kings Norton.The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the Parish Webcam at https://www.youtube.com/@ssjosephandhelen
Carl Ryan, Dublin and Buncrana
The death has taken place unexpectedly of Carl Ryan, Buncranna, Donegal and formerly of Ballyfermot, Dublin.
Predeceased by his parents Arthur and Teresa, and his brother ArthurC, arl will be very sadly missed by his loving partner Jackie, sons Carl and Dean, daughters Lisa, Shannon, Linda, Sandra, Lynn and Jodie, daughter-in-law Trisha, son-in-law Mark, his adored grandchildren, brother Darren, sister Anna, Gina and Sylvia, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours.
Funeral arrangements to follow.
The death has occurred of
Tom Munnelly, Cranford and Mayo
The death has taken place peacefully at his home, of Tom Munnelly, Coole, Cranford, F92 EK44, formerly Crossmolina, County Mayo and Philadelphia, USA.
Deeply regretted by his loving family, wife Mary, daughter Kathleen, son-in-law Roger, grandsons Liam and Declan, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Predeceased by his brothers Philip and Francis and his sister Nan.
His remains are reposing at his home from 12 noon on Saturday.
Funeral Mass on Monday at 11am in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Coole. Burial will take place afterwards in Milford Cemetery.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Cancer Care West, c/o any family member or Patrick Sweeney Funeral Directors.
Veronica McShea, Ballintra and Manorcunningham
The death has taken place of Veronica McShea, née O’Brien, Glasbolie, Ballintra, F94 XD25 and formerly of Drumoghill, Manorcunningham. Veronica passed away peacefully, after a short illness fought bravely with great dignity and humour, at Sligo University Hospital in the presence of her loving family.
Predeceased by her parents Mary Ellen and Patrick O'Brien, her brothers, PJ and Tony and by her sister, Molly Doyle. Dearly loved wife of Patsy and devoted mother to Liam, Deirdre, Ciara, Emer and Ronan, her daughters-in-law Catherine and Sarah, son-in-law Brendan Hoey, her seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews and a wide circle of friends. Survived by her family and by her brother, Phonsie O'Brien and sister-in-law Nellie O'Brien.
Her remains are reposing at her home in Glasbolie F94 XD25 on Friday from 6pm until Rosary at 9pm, and on Saturday from 12pm till 2pm and 5pm until Rosary at 9pm. House strictly private to family and close friends on Sunday morning please.
Removal on Sunday to St Brigid's Church, Ballintra, F94 FP83 for 1pm funeral Mass followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.
Family flowers only; donations in lieu, if so desired, to Mary's Meals, c/o Jackie Carron Funeral Directors or any family member. Funeral Mass will be live streamed on www.churchservices.tv/ballintra
Joe Birkett, Clonmany
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Joseph William (Joe) Birkett, Corner Cash, Straid, Clonmany.
Beloved husband of Mary and much-loved father of Caroline and Ken. Dear brother of Dot, Pat, Polly, Alan, Pete and Charlie. Deeply regretted by his grandchildren Tamara, Karelina, Chyvonne and Nicole, his daughter-in-law, son-in-law, the McDermott Family, the Clafferty family, his extended family, friends and neighbours.
His remains are reposing his late residence. Family time please from 10pm to 11am.
Funeral from there on Sunday at 1.30pm to St Mary’s Church, Clonmany for 2pm Requiem Mass, followed by burial in St Michael’s Church graveyard, Urris.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Carndonagh Community Hospice C/O any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors.
Noreen Catterson, Castlefin and Derry
The sudden death has occurred of Noreen Catterson, née Doherty, of Grahamsland Castlefin, and formerly from Shantallow, Derry.
Beloved wife of Ignatius and much loved mother of Darren and Senan and dear sister of James and Teresa Healy.
Her remains are reposing at her late residence Grahamsland, Castlefin.
Funeral from there on Sunday at 1.30pm going to St Mary's Church, Castlefin for Requiem Mass at 2pm. Burial will take place afterwards in adjoining cemetery.
Teresa Gallagher, Creeslough
The death has occurred peacefully at her home of Teresa Gallagher, née Langan, Massinass, Creeslough.
Much loved mother and will be sadly missed.
Reposal of her remains continues at her home (F92 Y3YO) on Friday from 12 noon to 9pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral, please.
Funeral Mass in St Michael's Church, Creeslough, on Saturday at 11am followed by burial in Doe Graveyard. Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church
Sally Boyce, Falcarragh
The death has occurred in the Donegal Hospice of Sally Boyce, née Curran, Ballina, Falcarragh.
Beloved wife of Kevin and mother to PJ, Kevin, Sarah, Martin and Amy (Rose), dear sister of Roisín, Owen, Donal and Joe. Deeply regretted by her nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.
Reposal of her remains continues at her late residence on Friday from 12pm to 9pm where all are welcome to pay their respects. Rosary is at 9pm. Family time after the Rosary and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from there on Saturday going to St Finians Church Falcarragh for 11am Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Donegal Hospice, Cancer Care West or Cloughaneely Food Bank co/ Sweeney Funeral Directors. The funeral Mass can be viewed live on mcmmedia.tv/camera/falcarragh-parish-church or on https://www.facebook.com/SweeneyFuneralDirectorsEmbalmers
Lexie Ross, Carrigans
The death has occurred in Beaumont Hospital, Dublin of Lexie Ross, 133 Dunmore, Carrigans, F93 WY1R
Lexie will be lovingly missed by his wife Anne, son Martin (Bronagh), daughters Ciara (Lee), Laura (Liam) and Una, grandchildren Charlie, Sam, Niamh and Iarlaith, brothers Eamon and Liam and sister Celine, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and all his extended family and friends. Lexie was predeceased by his parents Mary and Willie and sister May. Rest In Peace.
Reposal of Lexie's remains continues at his late residence on Friday from 12pm to 10pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral cortege will leave his late residence on Saturday morning at 10.20am going to St Baithin’s Church, St Johnston for 11am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to St Vincent De Paul c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.
Bernard Rutherford, Carndonagh, Convoy and Ballybofey
The peaceful death has taken place at his home of Bernard Rutherford, The Park, Ballyloskey and formerly Ballybofey and Convoy.
Beloved husband of Rose and much-loved father of Amanda and Paul and dear brother of Pat. Deeply regretted by his son, daughter, brother, his grandchildren Karlann, Kealan, Daisy, Kauri and Willow, his daughter-in-law Hilary, his extended family, friends and neighbours.
His remains are reposing at his late residence where all are welcome to pay their respects.
Funeral from there on Saturday at 10.20am going to Sacred Heart Church, Carndonagh for 11am Requiem Mass followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed live on the parish webcam.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the oncology unit, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member or Kelly's Funeral Directors.
Kathleen Crilly, Derry and Clonmany
The death has taken place peacefully at home of Kathleen Crilly, née Duffy, 53, Messines Park, Derry City, Derry, BT48 8AR and formerly of Clonmany, Donegal.
Beloved wife of the late Laurence, much loved mother of Geraldine, Patricia, Nuala, John and Elaine and mother-in-law of Billy, Dominic, Sonya and Ken, Devoted grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, dearest sister of Michael and the late Bernadette and Eamon and sister in law of Kathy, Margaret and Patrick.
Her remains are reposing at the family home. Family time please from 11pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from the family home on Saturday at 11.30am for Requiem Mass at 12 noon in St Eugene's Cathedral, Derry. Interment will take plac afterwards in The City Cemetery, Derry. The Mass can be viewed via the parish webcam.
Alicia Curran, Killybegs and Tipperary
The death has taken place peacefully of Alicia Curran, née Hogan, of The Old Rectory, Killybegs and Cashel, County Tipperary.
Beloved wife of the late Dr Frank, she will be sadly missed by Cathie, Chris, Louis, Karl, John and Hugh, her brother Frank, her grandchildren Annalivia, Clara Rose, Olivia, Coco, Lucy, Charlie, Lela, Amabel, Milo, Aoibhínn and Odhrán, daughters-in-law Jessica, Claudia, Breena and Susie, son-in-law Vincent, nephews and nieces, sisters-in-law Fran, Maura and Margaret, brothers-in-law Daniel, John and Neil, relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Her remains are reposing at her home in Killybegs on Friday from 4pm to 7pm.
Requiem Mass on Saturday in St Mary's Church, Killybegs, at 11am followed by a private cremation.
Donations in lieu of flowers to the Irish Cancer Society.
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