Death notices for Donegal on Thursday morning, February 27
The following deaths have taken place:
- Jimmy Friel, Churchill
- Anne Kinsella, Killybegs
- Charlie Mc Devitt, Kilcar
- Patrick Morgan, Creeslough
- Robert John Roulston, Newtowncunningham
- Phil Bán Boyle, Letterkenny
- Joe Craig, Donegal Town
- Noel Gallagher, Edeninfagh
- Alan Jordan, Inver
- Gloria Breslin, Derry, Letterkenny and Quigley’s Point
Jimmy Friel, Churchill
The death has taken place of Jimmy Friel, Lossett, Churchill, F92 FV34. He passed away peacefully in caring hands of the staff in the Donegal hospice surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by parents James and Mary Friel, baby sister Rose, sister Breege, brothers Barney, Pat, Dan and infant son James, Jimmy is survived by devoted wife Annamarie, son Martin and wife Orna, daughter Maryanne and husband Des. He is fondly remembered by grandchildren James, Seàn, Patrick, Saoirse, Eilìs and Ailbhe, sister Mary, brothers Frank and Hughie, nieces, nephews extended family, friends and neighbours.
Jimmy's remains will repose at his late residence on Thursday and Friday from 11am to 10pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from there on Saturday morning for Requiem Mass in St Colmcille’s Church, Glendowan at 11am, followed by interment in Gartan cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Donegal Hospice care of any family member or Charlie McClafferty Funeral Directors.
Anne Kinsella, Killybegs
The death has occurred of Anne Kinsella, Church Road, Killybegs.
Predeceased by her husband Denis (Dinny) and her son Denis, she is sadly missed by her sons James and Paul, daughter-in-law Claire, Ryan, Tiárnan, Grace and the Egan Family.
Her remains are reposing at McBrearty's Funeral Home, on Thursday from 2pm to 5pm followed by removal to St Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs, for Rosary at 6pm.
Funeral Mass at 11am on Friday with burial afterwards in the local cemetary.
Charlie Mc Devitt, Kilcar
The death has occurred peacefully of Charlie Mc Devitt, Chuchtown, Kilcar.
He will be sadly missed by the Mc Devitt, Quinn and Byrne families, along with his neighbours and many close friends.
His remains are are reposing at his late residence (F94 DP48). A one-way system will be in place with the entrance to the wake via the coast road and upper Churchtown. A shuttle bus from the Aislann Carpark will also be in operation. Removal from his home on Thursday evening to arrive at St Cartha’s Church Kilcar (F94 H2Y5) for 7pm to repose overnight.
Funeral Mass on Friday morning at 11am with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.
Patrick Morgan, Creeslough
The sudden death has taken place of Patrick Morgan, 50 Massinass Cottages, Creeslough.
Sorely missed by his sister Bernadette and her husband Neily, he is deeply missed by all his nieces and nephews, Kellie, Lucinda, Darren and Neil, along with their partners, great nieces and nephews, his immediate family in Longford, neighbours and friends.
His remains are reposing at his late residence. Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral Mass in St Michael's Church, Creeslough on Friday at 11am, with burial afterwards in Doe Cemetery.
Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church
Robert John Roulston, Newtowncunningham
The death has taken place as the result of a farm accident of Robert John Roulston, Moneymore Little, Newtowncunningham, F93DT88.
Predeceased by his father Alan, cherished son of Florence; much-loved husband of Susan, and father of Louise (Daniel), Helen and Emily; devoted grandfather of baby William. John will be deeply missed by his brothers Keith (Patricia), George (Jayne), sisters Valerie (Colin), Alison (Wesley), Sylvia (John), nieces, nephews, his wider family circle neighbours and many friends.
Reposal of his remains continues at his home from 12pm on Thursday. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral leaving from his home on Friday at 12.30pm for 1pm Service of Thanksgiving in Newtowncunningham Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, to Irish Heart Foundation care of Terence McClintock Funeral Director.
Phil Bán Boyle, Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Phil Bán Boyle, 10 Beechwood Park, Letterkenny and formerly of Arranmore Island. Phil died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in the excellent care of the Donegal Hospice.
Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Phil leaves behind a large and loving family, including his wife Norah, children, Grace (deceased) John (Tara Court) Maire (Conwal), Claire (Guy) Brook Court, Yvonne (Ronan) Killyclug, Phil (Denise) Newmills, Thomas (Marina) Arranmore Island and his 12 grandchildren. Phil was a cherished friend to many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from his late residence on Thursday, going to the Church of the Irish Martyrs, Ballyraine, Letterkenny, F92 PN81, for 1pm Requiem Mass, which can be viewed here followed by burial in Conwal Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if wished to the Donegal Hospice and the Donegal Alzheimer’ s Society c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.
Joe Craig, Donegal Town
The death has occurred of Joseph (Joe) Craig, St Joseph's Avenue, Donegal Town and formerly of Cranny, Inver. He passed away peacefully in the exceptional care at Aras Mhic Suibhne Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Annie, sisters Julie and Mary, Joe will be forever loved and sadly missed by his loving wife Noelle, daughters Joanne and Lisa, sons-in-law Andrew and Johnny and four grandchildren Odhrán, Conor, Fionn and Anna, brother Sean (Teresa), sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law of the Crawford family, nieces and nephews.
Removal on Thursday at 1.30pm to arrive at 2pm at St Agatha’s Church, Clar for Requiem Mass with interment in the new cemetery.
Family Flowers only, donations in lieu of the patients comfort fund care of John McGowan Funeral Director
Noel Gallagher, Edeninfagh
The sudden death has occurred at his home of Noel Gallagher, Knockletragh, Edeninfagh, Glenties.
Predeceased by his parents, Margaret and Charles and his brother-in-law Eugene McGuire, Noel is remembered with love by his family, brothers, Gerard, (Knockletragh), Peter (Eileen), Farranfore, Co Kerry, sisters Mary, Surrey, UK, Carmel (Hugh), Belturbet, County Cavan, Kathleen (Thomas). Ballintrillick, Co Sligo, and Teresa (James), Carraroe, Co Sligo, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Noel's remains reposed overnight at the Church of The Holy Family, Edeninfagh, Glenties. House strictly private please.
Funeral Mass at 11am on Thursday, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Alan Jordan, Inver
The death has occurred of Alan Jordan, London, and formerly of Keelogs, Inver.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his daughter Kelly (Derek), his son Gavin, his wife Rita, and his grandchildren Alix, Maiya, Harry, and Jay; his sisters Eileen (Johnny), Kitty (Jimmy RIP), Rose (Patsy), Mary (Bernie), Patricia (Gerry), Eilish (Martin), Teresa (Dave), and his brothers John (Marion), Christy (Kathleen), Cathal (Geraldine), Paul (Carmel), Noel (Maria), Raymond (Bridgeen), and Michael; his sister-in-law Anna, nieces and nephews; extended family and friends. Alan is predeceased by his parents Jack and Cassie, and his brother Martin.
Removal from the family home on Thursday, going to St Naul’s Church, Ardaghey, for 12pm funeral Mass, with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to Cystic Fibrosis Ireland.
Gloria Breslin, Derry, Letterkenny and Quigley’s Point
The peaceful death has taken place at Altnagelvin Hospital, Derry of Gloria Breslin née Sweeney, 35 Troy Park, Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 7RL and formerly from Ballymaleel PO, Letterkenny and Quigley’s Point.
Deeply missed by her loving sons Aidan (Valerie) and Cathal (Sabrina), daughters Carla and Leona (Brendan), nine grandchildren, sisters Mary O’Donnell, Kathleen Ponsonby and Margaret Toner (Letterkenny), brothers John, Noel and Eamonn (Ballymaleel), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours. Gloria is predeceased by her husband Liam (2009), brother Georgie and parents Susan and William.
Family time on the morning of the funeral please.
Funeral from her late residence on Thursday at 9.30am going to St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn, Derry BT48 7QL for 10am Requiem Mass. Interment will take place afterwards in the City Cemetery BT48 2LA.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to the Foyle Hospice c/o any family member.
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