Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday morning , November 15, 2023
The following deaths have taken place:
- Rowland Manthorpe, Teelin, Carrick
- Martin Travers, Finadoose, Donegal P.O., Donegal Town
- Joe Doherty (Owens), Tullydish, Buncrana
- Harry Mc Mahon, Gortmacall, Milford
- Hugh Mc Gee, Fanaboy, Gortahork
- Jonathan Murray, 253 Lower Mount Marian, Milford
- Maeve Faulkner, Tinnycahill, Donegal Town
- James Browne, Kildare and late of Stroan, Drumkeen
Thomas White, Knock, Mayo / Ballyshannon
The death has occurred of Thomas White, late of Knock, Co. Mayo and formally of Portnason, Ballyshannon. Peacefully after a short illness at Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar, Co. Mayo.
Beloved brother of Ann and George, sister-in-law of Claire, loved uncle of Julie Ann, Kathryn, Ross and Gemma. He will be greatly missed by his extended family and friends.
Miss You Brother, Your actions were always kind, A generous hand and an active mind, Anxious to please and loath to offend, A loving brother and faithful friend, We’ll all miss you very much.
A private cremation service will take place on Wednesday November 15 at 1pm in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.
No flowers please, donations in lieu if so desired to: Croí Heart & Stroke Charity https://croi.ie/ ;North West Hospice, The Mall, Sligo https://northwesthospice.ie/; Peter McVerry Trust https://pmvtrust.ie/ ; Médecins Sans Frontières https://msf.org.uk/ or c/o Patrick McKenna Funeral Directors, Ballyshannon.
A 'Celebration of Life Ceremony' will take place on Tuesday November 21 at 1pm in Dorrian's Imperial Hotel, Ballyshannon, with interment afterwards in St. Anne's Churchyard.
Rowland Manthorpe, Teelin, Carrick
The peaceful death has occurred of Rowland Manthorpe (Teelin) in Letterkenny University Hospital. Sadly missed by his loving family, friends and neighbours.
Private cremation will take place in Lakelands crematorium Cavan on Thursday, November 16.
House strictly private.
Martin Travers, Finadoose, Donegal P.O., Donegal Town
The death has occurred peacefully of Martin Travers, Finadoose, Donegal P.O., Donegal at Donegal Community Hospital, Donegal Town. Much loved husband of Rosie, father of Enda (Dearbhla), Shane (Andrea), Cahill, Aoife, (Tommie) and Grainne. Sadly missed by his brothers Joseph, Liam (Nora), Eamon (Rita), Brian (Vivienne), sisters Mary (Lexi) and Noreen (Michael), grandchildren, Tom, Ollie, Bobby and Lilly, as well as extended family and friends.
Martin will repose at his late residence (Eircode F94 H4X7) on Wednesday, November 15, and Thursday, November 16, from 2pm-9pm. Rosary at 9pm each night.
Funeral will take place on Friday, November 17, at 11am in St Agatha’s Church, Clar with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private on Friday morning please.
Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Donegal Community Hospital c/o any family member. One way system in operation during wake times. Enter via Finabanes and exit onto Leghowney Rd.
Joe Doherty (Owens), Tullydish, Buncrana
The peaceful death has occurred of Joe Doherty (Owens) Tullydish, Buncrana.
Joe is predeceased by his wife Rose and will be sadly missed by his loving family Shaun, Ann, Patrick, Rosemary, Bredge, his daughters in law, sons in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours, and his many friends.
Joe’s remains are reposing at his daughter Bredge Mc Elhinney’s residence at Aghilly, Buncrana.
Funeral from there on Thursday November 16 leaving at 10am going to St Mary’s Church, Cockhill with burial afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery. Family time from 11pm to 11am.
Funeral can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/cockhill
Harry Mc Mahon, Gortmacall, Milford
The sudden death has occurred on November 12, at his home of Harry Mc Mahon, Gortmacall, Milford.
Dear brother to Jean Johnston (Enniskillen) and the late Rev. Stewart, brother-in-law to Derek, and beloved uncle to all his nieces and nephews.
Remains will repose at Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Carnamuggagh, Letterkenny, F92 XE35, Wednesday, November 15, from 6pm until 8pm when those who wish can pay their respects.
Private burial on Thursday morning, November 16. There will be a Service of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 16, at 2pm in Milford Presbyterian Church. Everyone welcome.
Hugh Mc Gee, Fanaboy, Gortahork
The death has taken place, at his home, of Hugh Mc Gee (Hughie Mhaireáde), Fanaboy, Gortahork F92 N1N1.
Predeceased by his mother Grace and father Johnny, brothers; John and Barney and sisters; Margaret & Sarah. Sadly missed by his wife Margaret, daughter Patricia, sons; John, Paul, Brendan & Hughie, in-laws; Josie, Valerie, Julie, Rose and Eileen, grandchildren; Mark, Louise, Erin and Conor, sister Bríd Gannon and extended family and friends.
His remains reposing at his home with Rosary nightly at 8pm. House private after rosary until 12 noon (Wed) and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral Mass in Teach Pobail Chríost Rí Gortahork on Thursday, Nov 16, at 11am, interment afterwards in the adjacent cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the parish webcam and on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director's Facebook page https://bit.ly/3DoIMm.
Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, to the Alzheimer's Society c/o any family member.
Jonathan Murray, 253 Lower Mount Marian, Milford
The death has occurred of Jonathan Murray, 253 Lower Mount Marian, Milford.
Deeply regretted by his loving parents Martin and Martina, sisters Aisling and her partner Eddie, Hollie, Megan, granny Mary Connor, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends.
Remains reposing at the family home.
Funeral Mass on Thursday, November 16, at 11am in St Peter’s Church, Milford.
Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed on Church Services TV St Peter’s Church Milford on the following link: https://www.churchservices.tv/milford
Maeve Faulkner (née Killkenny) , Tinnycahill, Donegal Town
The death has occurred of Maeve Faulkner, Tinnycahill, Donegal Town.
She passed peacefully at home. Predeceased by husband, Willie.
Sadly missed by her daughters Helen, Barbra, sons, Brendan and Andrew and her grandchildren and extended family.
Maeve's remains will repose at her late residence from 2pm until 9pm on Wednesday.
Remains will leave her late residence on Thursday morning at 10.30 am for funeral mass in St. Agatha's Church, Clar at 11am with burial immediately afterwards in adjoining graveyard.
Family flowers only donations if so desired to Donegal Community Hospital patient comfort fund care of any family member or R Faulkner & Sons Funeral Directors.
House private on Thursday morning please.
James Browne, Kildare and late of Stroan, Drumkeen
The peaceful death has occurred of James Browne, Oakleigh, Clane Road, Celbridge, County Kildare and late of Stroan, Drumkeen.
Surrounded by his loving family, in the tender care of the staff of Moyglare Nursing Home, Maynooth.
Beloved husband of the late Teresa and brother of the late Patrick and Betty, deeply regretted by his loving children Neil, Ann Marie, Claire and Kevin, sons-in-law Steve and Aidan, daughter-in-law Ailís, grandchildren Tommy, Fiona, Andy, Peadar, Declan, Tomás, Keela and Charlie, brothers Neil and Frank, sister Nora, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Removal from his daughter Claire’s residence on Wednesday at approximately 11.30am to arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Celbridge for 12pm Funeral Mass, followed by burial in Donacomper Cemetery, Celbridge.
The Funeral Mass can be viewed live at https://celstra.ie/st-patricks-webcam/
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