Death notices for Donegal - Sunday evening, October 20
The following deaths have taken place:
- Martin Davis, Buncrana
- Ronan O’Raghallaigh (O’Reilly), Longford and Dunfanaghy
- Marina Thompson, Ramelton
- Matthew Magee, Bundoran
- Mary Ellen Greene, Gortahork
- Kathleen Breslin, London and Buncrana
- John Wilson, Fahan and St Johnston
- Don Brolly, Lifford
- Catherine Brophy, Westmeath and Killybegs
- Barry Breslin, Kilcar
Martin Davis, Buncrana
The death has taken place in Buncrana Community Hospital of Martin Davis, 31 Marian Park, Buncrana.
Son of the late John and Molly RIP, dear father of Jason and brother of Betty, Camilla, Kenny and Patrick.
Sadly missed by his family circle and friends.
Remains reposing at his residence from 6 pm on Sunday. October 20.
Funeral from there on Tuesday, October 22 at 9.20 a.m. going to St Mary’s Oratory for 10 o’clock requiem Mass with burial afterwards in Cockhill cemetery.
Ronan O’Raghallaigh (O’Reilly), Longford and Dunfanaghy
The death has occurred of Ronan O’ Raghallaigh (O’Reilly), Main St, Newtownforbes, Longford and Dunfanaghy.
Ronan died peacefully, surrounded by his family in the wonderful care of the staff of Laural Lodge Nursing Home, on 20/10/2024.
Predeceased by his parents Séamus and Caitlín, brother Feargus.
Ronan will be sadly missed by his loving family, brothers Eirnín, Ulatán, Feilim and Tomás, sisters Dairine and Siún, brother-in-law Frank, sisters-in-law Ann and Brídín, nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbours and friends.
You gave us years of happiness,
Then sorrow came with tears.
You left us lovely memories,
We will treasure through the years.
Reposing in Connell’s Funeral Home, Church St, Longford, N39 KN66 on Tuesday 22nd, from 6pm until 7.30pm.
A Celebration of Ronan’s life will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Rd, Cavan, H12 RF78 on Wednesday, October 23 at 11am.
Marina Thompson, Ramelton
The death has occurred of Marina Thompson 3, Lennon View, Ramelton. She passed away peacefully, at Letterkenny University Hospital surrounded by her family. Deeply regretted by her sons Peter,and Raymond, her many relatives and friends.
Prayer Service in Letterkenny Funeral Home (Eircode F92 P407) at 11am on Tuesday, October 22 followed by interment in St Colmcille's Churchyard, Glenalla, Co Donegal.
Matthew Magee, Bundoran
The death has taken place of Silverhill, West End, Bundoran and formerly of Derrymacash, Lurgan, Co. Armagh.
Beloved partner of the late Bernadette Cassidy, son of the late Matthew Magee and brother of the late Laura. Matthew will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his adoring children, Tracy (Evan), Shauna (Marek), Sean (Ciara), Michael (Rebekah), Matthew Jnr, Owen (Dana) and Ruth (Joshua), his beloved grandchildren Logan, Daisy, Ezekiel, Myles, Korey, Mason and Leon, his heartbroken mother Maureen, his brothers Jamie, John, Harry and Colin his sister Linda, his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and all his many relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposing at the residence of his daughter Tracy, No.1, Celtic Cross View, Tullaghan, Co. Leitrim (eircode F91E6W2) on Wednesday, October 23 from 2pm to 8pm, all welcome.
Removal on Thursday to his mother's residence at 39 Kilvergan Rd, Derrymacash, Lurgan, Co. Armagh to repose there. Removal from there on Friday morning 25th Oct to St. Patrick's Church, Derrymacash, Lurgan for Mass of the Resurrection (time to be confirmed) followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Mary Ellen Greene, Gortahork
The peaceful death has taken place of Mary Ellen Greene (nee Gallagher) of Ardsbeg, Gortahork and formerly of Cloughglass, Burtonport surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her Parents Cecily and Manus John, her brothers Josie, Andy, Owen and sister in law Rita. Survived by her son Bernard and daughter in law Jackie, grandsons Ryan, Noah and Finn, her bothers John and Manus/ Breid, nieces, nephews and a circle of family and friends.
Her remains will be reposing at Gortahork Funeral Premises on Sunday, October 20 from 12 noon to 8pm. Rosary both nights at 8pm. Funeral from there on Monday the 21st for 11.00am requiem mass in Christ the King Church, Gortahork F92 DP86 with burial afterwards in Belcruit Cemetery. Private to Family only on the morning of the Funeral. Funeral mass can be viewed live on https://www.mcn.live-camera-christ-the-king-gortahork.
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. May Kathleen rest in peace.
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.
John Wilson, Fahan and St Johnston
The death has occurred at the Donegal Hospice of John Wilson, Church Brae, Fahan and formerly St Johnston.
John will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving wife Jane, sons Kiéran (Nicola), Shaun (Doreen) and Garet (Isabel), grandchildren Rebecca, Daniel, Conor, Ryan, Oran and Oisín; his brothers Tom and Brendan, sister Celine McHugh, extended family, friends and neighbours.
John’s remains will be reposing at his home from 11am on Sunday, October 20 where you are welcome to pay your respects.
Removal from there on Tuesday October 22 at 10.15am to St Mura’s Church, Fahan for Requiem Mass at 11am followed by interment in St Baithin’s Graveyard, St. Johnston.
Requiem Mass can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/fahan.
Family time please from 11pm to 11am and family only on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to The Donegal Hospice c/o any family member or Murphy Funeral Directors.
Don Brolly, Lifford
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Don Brolly, 381 Coneyburrow Road, Lifford.
Beloved son of the late Annette and Daniel and much loved brother of Marie, Noeleen, Brian, Aine and the late Shaun. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing brother, sisters, nieces, nephews and family circle.
Funeral arrangements to follow.
Catherine Brophy, Westmeath and Killybegs
The death has taken place of Catherine Brophy, née Mulhern, 5 Maple Court, Athlone, Westmeath and formerly of Meenreagh, Killybegs.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Patrick, her parents Anne and John, her sister Anne and Peg (Breslin), her infant sister Brigid and her brother Tommy. Sadly missed by her loving son Michael, daughter Anne, daughter-in-law Beatrice and son-in-law Pat, her five adoring grandchildren Ellen, Patrick, Mary, Peter and David, in-laws, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.
Her remains are reposing at her residence on Monday from 2pm until 6pm.
Requiem Mass in Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Coosan on Tuesday at 10.30am followed by burial afterwards in Killybegs Graveyard.
Barry Breslin, Kilcar
The tragic death has occurred of Barry Breslin following an accident in Perth, Australia.
Beloved father to his son Tommy. Sadly missed by his loving fiancée, Melissa, his parents Mary and Seamus, his brothers Owen (Beth and Hazel) and Shane (Gerard).
House private until further notice. Funeral arrangements not yet announced.
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