Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday morning, November 23, 2022

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The following deaths have occurred:

Kevin Dunlop, Dunfanaghy

The death has occurred of Kevin Dunlop, Hornhead Road, Dunfanaghy. Kevin passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at the age of 71, in the Donegal Hospice, Knocknamona.

Dear son of Hughie Dunlop and Brigid (Ramsay), brother to Cyril and predeceased by his dear brothers Leonard and Hubert Dunlop. He will be deeply missed from afar by his sister-in-law Pauline, his nephews, nieces, grand nieces, his first cousins, Nora, Margaret, Bernadette and Seán Duffy, extended family and friends.

Kevin took great pride in his Donegal roots from both Dunfanaghy and Gweedore. He had a passion for sports, specifically Gaelic football as both a fan and talented player in his youth. His love of art never wavered regardless of where his work took him, near or far, from Europe, North America or heat of the desert in the Middle East.

His family would like to thank those in Dunfanaghy for all their care and help throughout this time. You have again that spirit and good nature that has always defined Dunfanaghy’s people. Those at Letterkenny University Hospital and the Donegal Hospice, thank you ever so much for your care and kindness.

His remains will arrive at Holy Cross Church Dunfanaghy on Wednesday, November 23 at 8.30 pm to repose overnight. Funeral Mass on Thursday November 24 at 11am with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Fr. Michael Brown O.C.D., St Teresa’s, Clarendon Street, Dublin 2 / Dunmore, Carrigart

The death has occurred of Fr. Michael Brown O.C.D. St. Teresa’s, Clarendon Street, Dublin 2, Dublin / Dunmore, Carrigart (peacefully) at St. James’s Hospital, Dublin. Deeply regretted by his loving nieces Sarah, Noreen and Maureen and by all the extended Brown family and his Discalced Carmelite brothers and sisters and many good friends.

Requiem Mass on Thursday, November 24, at 11.30am at St Teresa’s Church, Clarendon Street, followed by removal St John the Baptist Church, Carrigart.

Requiem Mass at St John the Baptist Church, Carrigart on Friday, November 25, at (time to be set) with burial afterwards in Carrigart Cemetery.

The Mass may be viewed at www.clarendonstreet.com

Gráinne Carr Cashel, Gortahork / Phibsborough, Dublin

The death has occurred of Gráinne Carr Cashel, Gortahork / Phibsborough, Dublin

She died peacefully on November 21 in the wonderful care of the staff in the Oncology Ward in the Mater Private Hospital. Beloved daughter of Pádraig (deceased) and Agnes, much loved sister of Pádraig Óg, Annjo and Olivia, brother-in-law Adrain, sister-in-law-Linda. Beloved aunt of Dáire, Emily, Finan, Reuben, Xavier and Rex.

Gráinne will be sadly missed by her loving family, and wide circle of friends.

Reposing at her parent's home in Cashel, Gortahork, F92 H0V8 from 11am until 8pm on Wednesday, November 23. Funeral Mass on Thursday, November 24 at 12 noon in the Church of Christ the King, Gortahork with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private on the morning of the funeral. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/christ-the-king-gortahork

Ian Edwards Mullaney Grove, Burt

The death has taken place at his home of Ian Edwards Mullaney, Grove, Burt, via Lifford. F93 YN24k.

Much loved son of Moira Edwards. He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Moira, son Warren and fiancée Sarah, daughter Alison and partner Alfie, brother Robert and wife Pauline, brother Leslie and wife Valerie, also his mother-in-law Kathleen Smyth, brother-in-law Harold Smyth and his wife Barbara, also his sister-in-law Gillian Buchanan and her husband Moses, extended family circle and many friends.

His remains will repose at his late residence. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday, November 24 at 1.15pm for 2pm Funeral Service in Newtowncunningham Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu, if desired, to Irish Motor Neurone Disease Organisation care of Terence McClintock, Funeral Director, Ballyboe, Convoy. Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.

Philip J Timoney, Drumholme, Ballintra

The death has occurred of Philip J Timoney, Drumholme, Ballintra.

Peacefully, at Galway University Hospital, in the loving care of his family. Predeceased by his brothers, Edward, Patrick & William.

Forever remembered by his wife Margaret, daughters Maggie (Brendan), Irene (Shane) and Barbara (Kevin) & his son Philip (Samantha). Much loved by his grandchildren, Conor & Aodhán, Saoirse, Niamh & Fionnbharr, Luke & Chloe (mum Sonya), Philip, his great-grandchildren Kayla & Darragh (Mum Leanne).

Sadly missed by his brothers, John & Charles, sisters, Ann, Margaret, Rita, Breege, Ursula and Kay, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and extended Timoney Family.

Reposing at the family home on Wednesday, from 2pm until 10 pm and Thursday from 2pm until 10pm. Philip's remains will arrive at St Brigid's Church, Ballintra, for 11am Funeral Mass on Friday morning with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Please note a minibus service to the wake house will operate from 2pm until 10pm on Wednesday and Thursday, from the main Ballintra / Rossnowlagh junction. Please utilise this service as the road to the wake house is narrow. Parking of cars at the Ballintra / Rossnowlagh junction will be permitted for this purpose.

Philip's Funeral Mass can also be viewed online at https://www.churchservices.tv/Ballintra.

House strictly private on Friday morning, please, family flowers only, donations, in lieu, to Croí, The West of Ireland Cardiac Foundation.

Anna Dorrian, Rahanlacky, Dunkineely

The death has occurred of Anna Dorrian, Rahanlacky, Dunkineely. Peacefully in the loving care of the staff of Killybegs Community Hospital.

Predeceased by her sister Bridie, and brothers William, Patrick and Conal. Sadly missed by her brother Thomas, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Reposing on Wednesday at Shovlin's Funeral Home, Ardara from 4pm to 6pm with removal to the Church of St Joseph and St Conal, Bruckless to arrive for 7pm to repose overnight. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 12 noon followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Mass can be viewed on Facebook Bruckless Church St Joseph and St Conal https://www.facebook.com/groups/169196518338379/?ref=share

Gerry Dixon, 21 Lochview, Ballymacarry Lower, Buncrana

The death has taken place of Gerry Dixon of 21 Lochview, Ballymacarry Lower, Buncrana. Beloved son of the late William and Frances, brother of the late John and Willie and a dear uncle and great-uncle. His remains were removed ;ast evening to St Mura’s Parish Church, Fahan.

The Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday at 2pm. Interment afterwards in the adjoining churchyard.

Danny McKimm, Ballyness, Falcarragh and Gortahork

The peaceful death has occurred of Danny McKimm, Ballyness, Falcarragh, F92 YH01 and formerly Meencarrick, Gortahork.

Predeceased by his parents, his first wife Máire and his stepson Hudie. Survived by his wife Theresa (Teasie), daughter Anna, son Daniel, stepsons Patrick, Joe and Terence, stepdaughters Marion, Liz and Kathleen, in-laws, grandchildren and his two sisters and two brothers, nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends.

Funeral on Wednesday, November 23, for 12 noon Requiem Mass in St Finian's Church, Falcarragh with burial afterwards in the adjacent cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/falcarragh-parish-church

Rosary tonight at 9pm house private after Rosary till 11am and on the morning of the funeral.

Sadie Sweeney, 16 Cois Na Finn, Ballybofey

The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Sadie Sweeney, 16 Cois Na Finn, Ballybofey.

Predeceased by her parents, Jimmy and Martha and her brother, Andy

Much loved mother of Trevor (Ann Marie) Mark (Carmel) Debbie, Dan (Andriena) Andrew (Aislinn) Cheryl (Barry) and Corinne (Barry).

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all her grandchildren, brothers, sister, nieces, nephews, extended family neighbours and friends. Reposing at her late residence.

Funeral from there on Thursday morning, November 24 at 10am for Requiem Mass in St.Patrick’s Church, Murlog at 11am. Interment afterwards in the adjoining churchyard.

The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via parish webcam at https://www.mcnmedia.tv/Camera/st-patricks-church-lifford

Eddie Tinney, Knockbrack, Letterkenny

The death has taken place of Eddie Tinney, Knockbrack, Letterkenny F92 XE2D.

Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Cecelia. Deeply missed by his loving wife, Theresa and family Cecelia Tinney, Johanna Barry and husband John, Patrick and wife Joanne, and Edward and partner Rhona, grandchildren Chloe, Emma, Melissa, Shaun, Edward, Shane, Zara, Kate and Tia, sister Margaret (Port Road), brother Charlie (Ballyraine), brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.

Eddie’s remains reposing at his late residence. Family time on the morning of the funeral, please.

Funeral from there on Wednesday, November 23, at 10am travelling via Port Road and Church Lane going to St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny for 11am Requiem Mass which can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny

Interment afterwards to Conwal Cemetery, Letterkenny.

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation c/o any family member.

Neil (Nalie) McFadden, County Meath and Gweedore

The death has occurred of Neil (Nalie) McFadden, Donegal Road, Gibbstown, Navan, County Meath and formerly Loughanure. Predeceased by his parents Owen and Cecilia, brothers James, Teague, Pat, Joe and Mickey, SR Kitty, sisters Mary and Tessie.

He will be very sadly missed by his loving wife Annie, sons Eugene, Hugh and Niall, daughters Margaret, Áine and Gráinne, 12 grandchildren, son-in-law Con, daughters-in-law Caroline, Alison and Theresa, sister Bridie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends.

Reposing at his residence on Wednesday from 2pm to 7pm. Removal on Thursday at 10.15am to arrive at St Catherine’s Church, Oristown, for 11am Funeral Mass. Burial afterwards in Gibbstown Cemetery.

Very Reverend Malachy McBride, Upper Slavery, Buncrana

The death has occurred at Nazareth House, Fahan of the Very Rev Malachy McBride, member of the Salvatorian Society Divine Saviour, Naomh Muire, Upper Slavery, Buncrana.

Sadly missed by his loving sister Betty, nieces, nephews, sister-in-law, his extended family and friends.

Also by the Bishop of Derry, the Most Revered Donal McKeown, fellow priests, religious, parishioners and those whom he served with love and dedication.

Remains reposing in his late residence in Upper Slavery.

Removal from there on Wednesday, November 23 at 11.30am to St Mary’s Church, Cockhill for reception prayers at 12 noon.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 25 at 12 noon followed by interment in the priests’ plot in the adjoining cemetery.

Requiem Mass can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/cockhill

Family time is from 10pm to 11am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Salvatorian Missions c/o any family member or Murphy Funeral Directors.

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