Death notices for Donegal on Wednesday morning, October 2
The following deaths have taken place:
- Don Gallen, Ballybofey and Crossroads
- Danny Gordon, Clonmany
- Anne Ward, Dublin and Glenties
- Patrick McDonagh, Letterkenny
- Eileen Connolly, Letterkenny
-Mary McGinley, Falcarragh
- Danny Kelly, Ballybofey
- Vincent Morrow, Dunkineely
- Philomena Mc Allister, Donegal Town
- Colm McHugh, Convoy
- Joan Pigott, Dublin and Moville
- Deirdre McDaid, Buncrana
- Eileen Greene, Loughanure
- Sheelagh O'Connor, Culdaff and Limerick
Don Gallen, Ballybofey and Crossroads
The death has taken place of Don Gallen, 12 The Beeches, Navenny, Ballybofey, F93 F7K2 and formerly of Monellan, Crossroads, Killygordon. He passed away peacefully at Donegal Hospice surrounded by his loving family under the wonderful care of the entire hospice staff.
Sadly, missed by his son JP, brothers, Paddy (Jeanette), and Dermot (Maria) and sister Elizabeth. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken son, brothers, sister, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relations, neighbours and his wide circle of friends. he is predeceased by his father Paddy, mother Jean and brother-in-law Eddie Curran.
Don's remains are reposing at his brother and sister-in-law Paddy and Jeanette’s residence at 12 The Beeches, Navenny, Ballybofey.
Removal from there on Thursday at 1.30pm to go to St Patrick’s Church, Crossroads, Killygordon for Requiem Mass at 2 pm, with burial afterwards in the family plot in the adjoining Churchyard.
Flowers welcome! Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Donegal Hospice c/o McGowan’s Funeral Home, Stranorlar or any family member.
Danny Gordon, Clonmany
The peaceful death has occurred at his home of Danny Gordon, Figart, Isle of Doagh, Clonmany. F93PPC6.
Much loved husband of Margaret (predeceased) beloved father of Louise (Donald), Claire (Eamon), Marian (Darren), Tracey (Edmund),sadly missed by his grandchildren Daniel, Ciara, Aidan, Amy, Adam, Paul, Ailish, David, Conor and Ben. Deeply regretted by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and the extended family members.
His remains are reposing at the family home where you are welcome to pay your respects. Family time please from 11pm till 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from there on Thursday morning at 10.20am going to St Mary’s Church, Clonmany for requiem Mass at 11am with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/clonmany
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Inishowen Hospice Carndonagh and St Colmcille Village, Clonmany Co / of any family member.
Anne Ward, Dublin and Glenties
The death has taken place peacefully in Our Lady’s Hospice, Harolds Cross surrounded by her loving family,of Anne Ward, née ODonnell, late of Lucan and formerly of Glenties.
She is predeceased by her parents Owen and Bridgit and brothers Johnny and Eugene. Devoted wife of the late Bernard and much-loved mother to Caroline, Brian, Eugene, Trevor, Fiona, Damien and Derek. Sadly missed by her sons, daughters, grandchildren Craig, Abbi, Rebecca, Sophie, Kellie, Leah, Megan, Robert, Aaron, Lauren, Sean, Daniel, Ryan, Cian, Kyle, Eabha, Ella, Sophia and Isabella, sons-in-law Kenneth and Padraic, daughters-in-law Brenda, Ciara and Caroline, brothers Jimmy and William, sisters Bridie and Rosie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Her remains are reposing at her home on Wednesday from 4pm to 7pm.
Funeral Mass on Thursday at 11am in the Church of the Divine Mercy, Balgaddy followed by burial in Bohernabreena Cemetery arriving at approximately 1pm. Funeral Mass cane be viewed at https://churchmedia.tv/church-of-divine-mercy
No flowers please, donations, if desired, to Our Lady’s Hospice Harolds Cross at https://olh.ie/donate/
Patrick McDonagh, Letterkenny
The death has taken place suddenly in Letterkenny University Hospital of Patrick McDonagh, 50 The Grange, Letterkenny.
Devoted husband and father to wife Margaret, son Andrew (Steff), Daughters, Clare (Stephen) and Marie (Barry). Fondly remembered by sisters Mary & Teresa. Patrick will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Morgan, Iona, Tristan, Shay, Sianna, Aoife and Charlie, extended family and friends.
Patrick's remains will be reposing at his daughter Marie’s residence, 7 Carolina Park (F92 N6W4) on Wednesday from 11am.
Funeral from there on Thursday for Requiem Mass at 11am in the Church of the Irish Martyrs Letterkenny followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium Co. Cavan. Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.youtube.com/@churchoftheirishmartyrs4657
Eileen Connolly, Letterkenny
The death has occurred at her home of Eileen Connolly, née McCutcheon, 82, Ard O’Donnell Letterkenny, F92 RK7N.
Deeply regretted and forever missed by her family, sons Noel (Glasgow), Brian (Jenny) Offaly, daughter Martina (Paddy) and grandchildren Ciaran, Declan, Sam, James, Lauren, Nicole (Ciaran), Jordan, Brandon, Katie, Emma and Kingsley, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposal of her remains continues at her late residence on Wednesday from 12 noon, concluding with Rosary at 9 pm. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Removal from there on Thursday to St Eunan’s Cathedral for 11am Requiem Mass which can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny followed by burial in Conwal Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if wished to the Donegal Hospice c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.
Mary McGinley, Falcarragh
The peaceful death has taken place at her home of Mary McGinley, Forth, Ballyconnell, Falcarragh F92 AY76 surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her husband Danny, her granddaughter Aisling, her parents Nancy and Tom, sisters Bridget, Katie and Nellie, brothers Eddie, Johnny, Jimmy and Dan. Survived by her sons Charlie and Tommy, daughter Kathleen, daughters-in-law Mary and Anne, son-in-law Henry, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother Joe, nephews, nieces and a circle of family and friends.
Her remains are reposing at her late residence. Wake continues on Wednesday from 11am with Rosary at 9pm. House private after Rosary till 11am and on the morning of the Funeral.
Funeral from there on Thursday for 11am Requiem Mass in St Finian's Church, Falcarragh F92 X302 with burial afterwards in the adjacent cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/camera/falcarragh-parish-church
Danny Kelly, Ballybofey
The death has taken place on Daniel (Danny) Kelly, Meenglass, Ballybofey, F93 XK7H. He passed away peacefully at Arch View Lodge Nursing Home,Letterkenny, surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved son of the late Pat and Nellie, much loved brother of the late John, Harry, Pat, James, Eileen, and Mary. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by his nephews, nieces, grand nephews and grand- nieces,extended family neighbours and friends.
His remains reposed overnight at St Mary’s church, Sessiaghoneill.
Requiem Mass on Thursday at 11am. Interment will take place afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard. The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the Parish youtube channel at https://youtube.com/@killygordonparish
Vincent Morrow, Dunkineely
The death has taken place at Donegal Hospice surrounded by his loving family, of Vincent Morrow, Springfield, Dunkineely.
Predeceased by his parents Mary and Jim, his brother Frankie and sister Bridie, sadly missed by his sisters, Margaret, Maura, Sally and Winnie, brothers-in-law Denis, Tom and Bob, nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and good friends.
His remains reposed overnight at the Church of Saint Joseph and Saint Conal, Bruckless.
Funeral Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please; donations in lieu if desired to the Donegal Hospice care of any family member.
Philomena Mc Allister, Donegal Town
The death has occurred of Philomena Mc Allister, 4 Clareden Drive Donegal Town, and former nurse in Donegal Community Hospital. She died peacefully in Sligo University Hospital.
Philomena's remains reposed overnight at St Patrick’s Church Donegal Town.
Requiem Funeral Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Donegal Town on Wednesday at 11am with burial immediately afterwards in Clar Graveyard.
Colm McHugh, Convoy
The peaceful death has taken place at his home of Colm McHugh, 249 Townparks Convoy, F93DD0P.
Predeceased by his wife Vera and son Columba. Much loved father of Gerard (Violet), Ann (Danny), Maresa (Dermot) and Paul (Debbie), Cherished grandfather of Michael, Patrick, Ciara, Aisling, Megan, Gerard, Múirne, Danielle, Niall, Cólm, Sinéad and also great grandson Caomhán. Survived by his dear sister Movita.
His remains are reposing at his home with Rosary at 9pm. Family time please after the Rosary and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Convoy followed by burial in the family plot in the old graveyard.
Family flowers only.
Joan Pigott, Dublin and Moville
The death has taken place in her 95th year of Joan Pigott,née Denneny, Clonskeagh, Dublin and formerly of Moville. She passed away in the kind and gentle care of the staff of Belmont House Nursing Home.
Predeceased by her husband Pierce. A beloved mother and devoted grandmother, Joan will be sadly missed by her children John, Helen, and Catherine, daughter-in-law Karen and sons-in-law Joe and Joe, her grandchildren Fiona, Ronan, Aisling, Ben, Sophie, Eva Rose, Sarah and, Anna and their respective partners.
Removal on Wednesday to the Church of the Assumption and SS Columbanus & Gall, Milltown arriving at 9.50am for 10am Funeral Mass followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery.
Deirdre McDaid, Buncrana
The death has taken place at the Donegal Hospice of Deirdre McDaid, née Callaghan, Meenagorey, Buncrana.
Her remains are reposing at her brother Kevin Callaghan’s house, Clonglash, Buncrana, F93XP80. House private from 10pm until 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from there on Wednesday at 10am for 11am funeral Mass in St Mary’s Church, Cockhill.
Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to iCare, iAdult and Sonas.
Eileen Greene, Loughanure
The death has occurred of Eileen Greene, née Sweeney, Loch an Iúir. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on September 28.
She is predeceased by her loving husband Hudaí Greene and sadly missed by her children Roma (Shaun), Francis (Linda), Lochlán (Helena), Hugo (Mary Ellen) and John Joe (Michelle), her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, the extended family and friends.
Her remains are reposing at her daughter's home in Loughanure, F94 Y566. House private after Rosary until 11am, and on the morning of the funeral.
Her funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday at 11am in St Mary's followed by internment in the old cemetery at St Mary’s Star of the Sea, Annagry, F94 K022.
Family flowers only, donations to Alzheimer Society of Ireland and Donegal Hodpice. Mass can be viewed live here.
Sheelagh O'Connor, Culdaff and Limerick
The death has occurred of Sheelagh O'Connor, née Griffin, Castleconnell, Co Limerick, formerly of Culdaff, Co Donegal. She passed away peacefully in the tender care of Milford Hospice on September 27.
Predeceased by her loving husband Pat. Much loved mother of Fiona, Patrick, Sean, Tony, Seamus, Roisin and Alan, daughters in-law Joan, Penny and Pauline, sons in-law Richard and Jim, grandchildren Rory, Padraig, Art, Eoghan, Enda, Donal, Grace (deceased), Ella, Anna and Jamie, granddaughters in-law Brooke and Aoife, great-grandchildren Saskia and Sage, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Her remains are reposing at home, Tontines, Castleconnell, V94 PXR3.
Funeral leaving her home on Wednesday for 11.30am Funeral Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Castleconnell, which can be viewed on www.castleconnellparish.ie followed by cremation at Shannon Crematorium at 2pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired to Milford Hospice.
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