Death notices for Donegal - Thursday evening, January 30
The following deaths have taken place:
- Seamus McHugh, Ballyshannon
- Mary Jo Clifford, Dublin and Carrigart
- Darius McAteer, Stranorlar
- Helen Anderson, Rathmullan
- Elizabeth O’Haire, Buncrana
- Daniel Gallagher, Dunlewey and Florida
- James Boyce, Carrigans
- James Toye, Manorcunningham
- Petie McCahill, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird
- James Francis, Malin Head
- Betty McFadden, Carndonagh
- Leila Speer (née Patterson), Ramelton and Canada
- Kathleen Devenney, Glenfad, Porthall and Carrigans
- James Crossan, Letterkenny
- Máire Kate Campbell, Glenties
- Bridget Harkin, Clonmany
- Margaret McGonagle, Creeslough
- Patrick (Paddy) McGill, Lifford and Waterford
Seamus McHugh, Ballyshannon
The death has occurred of Seamus (Jimmy) McHugh, Westport, Ballyshannon, formerly of Finner Camp, and Tuam, Co Galway. He passed away on January 28, 2025 peacefully in the exceptional and gentle care of the staff of Sligo University Hospital, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity.
Beloved brother of Maura Wilcox, John, Noreen Mullin, Josephine Loughrey, Noel, Gerry, Brendan, Therese Schmidt and Paul. Pre-deceased by his parents Theresa and Seán McHugh and nephew John. Seamus will be sadly missed by his sisters and brothers, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, friends and neighbours.
Requiem Mass at 10am at St Joseph’s Church, The Rock, Ballyshannon, F94 PF53 on Friday, January 31, followed by burial at Tuam Cemetery at approximately 3pm. Family flowers only please.
Seamus's funeral mass will be live on John McGee & Sons Funeral Directors and Funeral Home Facebook page. All enquiries to John McGee & Sons Funeral Home on 087 2218483.
Mary Jo Clifford, Dublin and Carrigart
The death has occurred of Mary Jo Clifford (née McGettigan) Knocklyon, Dublin and Carrigart.
She passed away peacefully in the loving care of her family and the staff at St Vincent’s private hospital. Loving wife of Michael and devoted mother to Stephen, Peter, and Robert. Predeceased by her parents John and Winnie and her brother Séan.
She will be sadly missed by her husband, sons, grandchildren Jake, Esmé, Conor and Mollie, daughters in-in-law, sister Brigid and brothers Michael and Donal, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and neighbours.
Reposing at Fanagan's Funeral Home, Willbrook, Rathfarnham on Friday, January 31 from 5 pm to 7 pm. Funeral Mass will take place in St Colmcille's Church, Knocklyon at 12:30pm on Saturday, February 1 followed by burial at Mount Venus Cemetery. The funeral Mass can be viewed live here.
Darius McAteer, Stranorlar
The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Darius Mc Ateer, 73 Admiran Park Stranorlar.
Deeply regretted by his mother Geraldine and Rory, brothers Tristan, Odhrain, and Ruairi, close friends and relatives.
Remains reposing at McCools Chapel of Rest, Ballybofey on Thursday, January 30 and Friday, January 31 from 7pm to 9pm for family and close friends only please. Family time on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral leaving from there on Saturday, February 1 at 10.30am for requiem Mass in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar at 11am.
The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the parish webcam.
Helen Anderson, Rathmullan
The peaceful death has taken place in Letterkenny University Hospital of Helen Anderson, Red Brae, Rathmullan, F92 F2D5.
Deeply regretted by her loving family, husband Sidney, son Sam, brother Sean, sister-in-law Anne, niece Joanne, nephew Michael, extended family and friends. Predeceased by her son Trevor.
Reposing at her home from 6pm until 10pm on Thursday, January 30, and from 11am until 10pm on Friday, January 31. Family time on the morning of the funeral.
Requiem Mass on Saturday, February 1 at 11am in St Joseph’s Church, Rathmullan. Burial afterwards in Rathmullan Cemetery.
Mass can be viewed live here.
Elizabeth O’Haire, Buncrana
The death has taken place in Foyle Hospice, Derry of Elizabeth O’Haire, 35 Marian Park, Buncrana.
Predeceased by her Parents Cissie and James RIP, sadly missed by her sisters Eileen ( Nicky) Margaret Duffy (Hugh) and Kathleen Nephews, Nieces, family circle and friends.
Remains reposing at her residence from 11am on Friday, January 31.
Removal from there on Saturday, February 1 at 9.25am going to St Mary’s Oratory for 10am requiem Mass with burial afterwards in Cockhill cemetery. Family time from 11pm until 11am.
Family flowers only pleae, donations if desired to Foyle Hospice c/o any family member.
Daniel Gallagher, Dunlewey and Florida
The death has taken place in Florida on January 25 of Daniel Gallagher (Danny Darby), originally of Dunlewey, Gweedore.
Predeceased by his wife Mary, grandson John Preputnik, brothers Hughie and Dermot and infant sister Mary.
Sadly missed by his son Brian (Karen), daughters; Margaret, Ann (Dave), Deirdre (John), Pauline (Carmen), grandchildren; Sean, Brendan, Kevin, Terence, Daniel, Erin, Sarah, Annie, Christopher, Connor, Michaela, Colleen & Liam, sister; Nellie, brothers; Michael and Patrick and extended family and friends.
His remains will repose at the Community Centre in Dunlewey on Saturday, February 1, from 2pm to 8pm. Rosary at 8 pm.
Funeral Mass will take place in the Sacred Heart Church Dunlewey on Sunday, February 2, at 12 noon, with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
The funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director’s Facebook page.
James Boyce, Carrigans
The death has taken place of James (Jimmy) Boyce, Listicall, Carrigans, F93 WN40.
Jimmy will be lovingly missed by his wife Anne, son James and daughter-in-law Mairead, granddaughter Amelia and grandson Oliver, brother Mandy, sisters Nora, Mary and Peggy sister-in-law Mary-Margaret and brother-in-law Hubert, nieces, nephews and all his family and friends.
Jimmy was predeceased by his father Mandy and mother Mary, sisters and brother Martina, Bridget and Barney Rest In Peace
Removal from Kelly's Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe, F93 KP0N at 3pm on Thursday, January 30 going to his late residence to repose for wake, Thursday and Friday.
Funeral cortege leaving his late residence on Saturday at 9.20am going to All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham for 10am requiem Mass with burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Mass can be viewed on the parish website.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to Newtowncunningham Health Centre c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.
James Toye, Manorcunningham
The peaceful death has taken place on Wednesday, January 29 at Letterkenny University Hospital of James (Jimmy) Toye, Ruskey, Manorcunningham and formerly Drumany, Letterkenny.
Deeply missed by his sister Eileen Harkin (Danny) Convoy, Packie, Madge and family, cousins, nieces, nephews, and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.
James is predeceased by his parents William and Jane, brothers Packie, Eddie, Liam and baby John, and his sister Maisie.
Removal from the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny, F92 XE35 on Thursday, January 30 at 3pm going to Packie and Madge Toye’s residence at Ruskey, Manorcunningham, F92 CX21. Rosary both nights at 9pm.
Funeral from there on Saturday morning, February 1 at 11.15am going to All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham for 12 noon Requiem Mass which can be viewed live here.
Interment afterwards at St. Columba’s Church Cemetery, Drumoghill. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member.
Petie McCahill, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird
The death has occurred in his home of Petie McCahill at Dirlaugh, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird.
Petie’s remains will be reposing in McGlynn’s funeral home on Thursday, January 30 from 4pm and rosary at 8pm with removal afterwards to his own home in Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird.
Wake at his own home on Friday, January 31 - he will from 11am with rosary again at 8pm.
Funeral Mass on Saturday, February 1 in St Bridget’s Church, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird at 12 noon with interment afterwards in the new cemetery. House private on the morning of the funeral please.
James Francis, Malin Head
The peaceful death has taken place at his home, surrounded by his loving family of James Francis (Frank) Grant, Dunegard, Malin Head.
Beloved husband of Eileen and much-loved father of Charlie, Jim, Hugh (predeceased) and Catherine.
Deeply regretted by his grandchildren Megan, Sarah, Shannon, Callum and Ally, his daughters-in-law Lisa and Clare, extended family, friends and neighbours.
His remains will be reposing at his home from 1pm ton Thursday, January 30.
Removal from there on Saturday, February 1 at 1:20pm going to St Mary’s Church, Lagg for 2pm requiem Mass followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Irish Heart Foundation C/O any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors.
Betty McFadden, Carndonagh
The peaceful death has taken place at the Mater Hospital, Dublin of Betty McFadden, Cashel, Glentogher, Carndonagh, F93VXH9.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her extended family, friends and neighbours.
Her remains will be reposing at her late residence from 12:00pm on Thursday, January 30.
Removal from there on Friday, January 31 at 5:30pm arriving at Sacred Heart Church, Carndonagh at 6pm to repose overnight.
Betty’s Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday morning, February 1 at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Requiem Mass can be viewed live on Carndonagh Parish, Derry Diocese, Ireland.
Leila Speer (née Patterson), Ramelton and Canada
The death has taken place in Vancouver, Canada of Leila Speer (née Patterson) wife of the late William Speer, formerly of Cashelshanaghan, Ramelton.
Daughter of the late Samuel John and Isa Patterson. Predeceased by her sisters Sadie Mitchell and Millie Mitchell also her brother Jim Patterson.
Lovingly remembered by her son Ren, daughter-in-law Marilyn, grandson Brendan and Danna. Cherished sister of Isabel Hanna (Armagh), brother Mervyn Patterson and his wife Zoe (Portstewart), brother Winston Patterson and his wife Cynthia (Ballindrait) and sister-in-law Wendy, wife of the late Jim Patterson (Castlefin).
A service of Thanksgiving for her life will take place in Donoughmore Presbyterian Church, Castlefinn, Co. Donegal (F93DK40) on Sunday, February 9 at 2.30pm.
Kathleen Devenney, Glenfad, Porthall and Carrigans
The peaceful death has taken place at Donegal Hospice in her 90th year of Kathleen Devenney, Glenfad, Porthall, and Dunmore, Carrigans.
Predeceased by her parents Joe and Katie, her brothers George and John, her sisters Mary and Lizzie. Kathleen will be sadly missed by her devoted niece Georgina (Brendan) and their sons Eithain and Finn, her nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Reposing at her niece Georgina and Brendan Devlin’s residence, Tullagh, Clonmany F93WY05 from 7pm on Wednesday, January 29.
Removal from there on Friday at 5.30pm. going to St Mary’s Church, Clonmany to repose overnight. Funeral Mass at 11am on Saturday, February 1 followed by burial in St Baithin’s cemetery, St Johnston.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Donegal Hospice, Co any family member or Comiskey Funeral Directors. House private please from 11pm till 11am. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/clonmany
James Crossan, Letterkenny
The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of James Crossan, Knocknamona, Letterkenny (F92 PN2H), formerly Churchill.
Deeply regretted by his sons Mick (Michael) and wife Eileen, James (Bernie), Martin (Carmel) and John, daughters Marian Heraghty (Hughie), Anne Cannon (Charlie) and Geraldine Doherty (Cathal) and their mother Nellie, brothers Paddy (Canada), John (Nan) Longford, sisters Bridget McCool (Alfie) Letterkenny, Jenny Bradley (Letterkenny) and Kathleen Travers (Omagh), grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends
Reposing at his son Mick (Michael) and Eileen’s residence Knocknamona (F92 PN2H) on Wednesday, January 29 from 6pm to 9pm and Thursday from 12 noon to 9pm concluding with Rosary at 9pm on both nights.
Funeral from there on Friday going to St Eunan’s Cathedral for 11am Requiem Mass, which can be viewed live on the link www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny followed by burial in the family plot in Conwal Cemetery.
Family time please on the morning of funeral.
Family flowers only please, donations if wished to the Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital, c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny or any family member.
Máire Kate Campbell, Glenties
The death has occurred of Máire Kate Campbell, Meenavale, Glenties, F94 YR89.
Repose at her home from 4pm on Wednesday January 29, with rosary nightly at 9pm.
Requiem Mass at 1.30 pm on Friday, January 31 in The Church of The Holy Family, Edeninfagh with burial afterwards in the local Cemetery.
One-way system in operation, entry by The Glen Tavern and exit through Meenavale. Máire is predeceased by her husband Charlie, baby daughter Ann and brother, Eddie. She is survived by her daughters Sarah (Willie), Bridie (John), Máire (Peadar), sons Peter, Mickey (Lucy), Gerard, Charlie (Bernie), Connie (Claire), grandchildren, sister Sarah and brothers John and Laurence.
Bridget Harkin, Clonmany
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Bridget Harkin, née Doherty, Boharna, Clonmany, F93V261.
Loving wife of James, beloved mother of Deirdre (Tony) Annemarie (Shaun) Sarah (Declan) Jamie (Tanya)and Devoted grandmother.
Bridget’s remains will repose at her home on Wednesday, January 30 from 5pm.
Funeral leaving from there on Friday 31st January at 10.20am, going to St Mary’s Church, Clonmany for requiem Mass at 11am, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private please from 10pm till 11am.
Funeral Mass can be viewed live here.
Margaret McGonagle, Creeslough
The peaceful death has occurred of Margaret McGonagle (née Sheridan) formerly of Gortnalake, Creeslough, Co Donegal.
Beloved wee mammy of Fiona and Patrick. Devoted wee nana to Darren, Mia and Enya. Sadly missed by her sisters Rose, Eilish, and Mary, her many nieces and nephews, the entire family circle and friends.
Margaret’s remains will be reposing at the home of her sister Mary Doohan in Gortnalake, Creeslough, F92 Y2W8 from 12.00 noon Wednesday, January 29.
Funeral Mass in St Michael’s Church, Creeslough on Friday, January 31 at 11am. Burial afterwards in Doe Cemetery, Creeslough. Family time please strictly from 10pm to 12.00 noon and on the morning of the funeral.
Patrick (Paddy) McGill, Lifford and Waterford
The death has occurred of Patrick (Paddy) McGill, late of Orchardstown, Butlerstown, Co Waterford and formerly of Cavan, Lifford.
Paddy passed peacefully in University Hospital Waterford surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, January 28.
Predeceased by his beloved parents John and Cassie; his sister Pauline; and his brother Conal.
Paddy will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Susan; his loving children Michelle, Jodi and Chris; his adoring grandchildren Ryan, Nova, Tria and Jude; his brothers and sisters Mary, Ann, Sean, Kathleen, Gerard, Brigid, and Gabriel; and his sons-in-law James and Stephen. He will be forever missed by all his nieces and nephews, extended family, relatives, wonderful neighbours, and many many friends.
Paddy’s family would like to thank with great appreciation all the staff in University Hospital Waterford for the exceptional care and kindness Paddy received throughout his illness.
Paddy will be reposing at his residence in Orchardstown, Butlerstown, X91W0D8, on Thursday, January 30 from 4pm to 7pm. Please be advised to take care with traffic in the area due to a busy junction. Traffic cones will be in place.
Paddy’s Requiem Mass will take place on Friday, January 31 at 2pm in St Mary’s Church, Butlerstown, Co Waterford.
The Requiem Mass can be viewed live here.
Paddy’s cremation service will take place on Saturday, February 1 at 1pm, at the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co Cork.
The cremation service can be viewed live here. House private outside of reposal times please.
Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to Waterford Healing Arts.
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