Death notices for Donegal on Wednesday morning, November 27
The following deaths have taken place:
- Anne Reardon, Clonmany, Tipperary and Dublin
- Gerard Hannaway, Buncrana
- Eileen Clancy, Dublin and Donegal
- Irene Wilson, Tyrone and Convoy
- Ryan Marcus Gallagher, Ballyshannon
- Peggy McGinley, Creeslough
- Bridie Dawson, Donegal, Dublin and Wexford
- Paul Mc Hugh, Convoy
- Peter Doherty, Ballybofey and Cloghan
- Rose Gallagher, Ardara
- Michael O'Shea, Ballyshannon and Donegal Town
- Hughie McGee, Ballybofey and Fintown
- Esther Casey, Letterkenny and Tyrone
- Sean Doherty, Killygordon
- Paddy Harron, Castlefin
- Sr Stella Herlihy, Donegal Town
Anne Reardon, Clonmany, Tipperary and Dublin
The death has taken place of Anne Reardon, née Lynch, Ballycrehane, Aherlow, Tipperary and formerly of Glasnevin, Dublin and Clonmany. Anne passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and her devoted twin sister at Cluain Arann Community Nursing Home, Tipperary.
Beloved wife of Liam (William) and much loved mother of John, Declan, Billy and Evelyn. Sadly missed by her loving family, sisters Bríd, Mary, Catherine and Antoinette, grandchildren Micheál, Clíona, Evan, Eoin, Nia, Kate, Max, Cara, Daniel, Muireann, Isla, Hannah, Meadhbh and William, sister-in-law Helen (Healy), brothers-in-law Michael and Lou (Reardon), Michael (Grehan), Jim (Brady) and Hugh (Durnin), nephew Cormac, niece Sinéad, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, relatives, neighbours, and a large circle of wonderful friends.
Funeral arrangements to follow.
Gerard Hannaway, Buncrana
The death has taken place peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, of Gerard Hannaway, Bunrana.
Beloved son of the late Alfy, Mary and Susan, much loved brother of Sheila and Mary and the late Alfin and Sean. Beloved brother-in-law, uncle and great uncle.
Funeral arrangements later. All enquiries to Healy Brothers Funeral Directors 56 Andersonstown Road Belfast BT11 9AN 028 90309333.
Eileen Clancy, Dublin and Donegal
The death has taken place peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and in the wonderful care of the staff at Beaumont Hospital, of Eileen Clancy, née Cullen, Coolock and formerly of Donegal.
Beloved wife of the late Patrick (Paddy) and loving mother of Kevin, Rachel, Mark, Stephen and Tanya. Very sadly missed by her sons and daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren Chloe, Andrew, Cillian, Dani, Darci, Cúan, brothers Pat, Christopher and sister Dorothy, sister-in-law Theresa, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.
Her remains are reposing at Jennings Funeral Home Oscar Trainer Road, Coolock on Friday from 2pm to 4pm.
Removal on Saturday morning to the Church of St Joseph the Artisan, Greencastle Road, Bonnybrook arriving for Funeral Mass at 10am followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium at 12.30pm.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Dementia Ireland
Irene Wilson, Tyrone and Convoy
The death has taken place at the Foyle Hospice of Irene Wilson, née McClure, 9 Dublin Road, Strabane and formerly of Convoy.
Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mother of Lynn, Sheree and Wendy, dearly loved grandmother of Alana, Charlotte and Jenna and sister of Jim.
Her remains are reposing at Quigley`s Funeral Home on Wednesday from 7pm to 8pm. Funeral leaving the Funeral Home on Thursday at 3pm to Christ Church, Bowling Green. House strictly private please.
A Service of Thanksgiving will take place on Friday at 1pm followed by interment in Urney Cemetery.
Donations in lieu of flowers please to the Foyle Hospice
Ryan Marcus Gallagher, Ballyshannon
The death has occurred nexpectedly at his home, of Ryan Marcus Gallagher, Assaroe View Ballyshannon.
Deeply regretted by his heartbroken parents Mark and Linda, brothers Leigh and Alan, sister Chloe, relatives and many friends.
His remains are reposing at McGee's funeral home on Thursday evening from 4pm to 8pm.
Removal from the funeral home on Friday morning at 10.30am to arrive at St. Patrick's Church, Ballyshannon for 11am Funeral Mass. Interment will take place afterwards in the Abbey Assaroe cemetery.
Peggy McGinley, Creeslough
The peaceful death has taken place, surrounded by her family, of Peggy McGinley, née McFadden, Main Street, Creeslough.
Beloved wife of Michael, mother of Shaun, Marie, Michael, Danny, Brian and by their partners. Grandmother and great grandmother, sister to Finola, Danny and Sean, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Reposal of her remains continues at her home on Wednesday from 11am to 10pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral, please.
Funeral Mass in St Michael's Church, Creeslough, on Thursday at 11am. Burial will take place afterwards in Doe Graveyard. Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Donegal Hospice, c/o any family member or James Harkin, Funeral Director.
Bridie Dawson, Donegal, Dublin and Wexford
The death has taken place of Bridie Dawson, née Dodd, in Donegal and formerly of Perrystown, Dublin and Cahore, Wexford.
Bri passed over to join Dermot and Rhona. She will be missed by her daughter Carol (Carbin), grandson Gav, son-in-law Chris, sisters Martha, Margaret and Kay, sisters-in-law Marie and Maura, brother-in-law Tony, nephews, nieces and friends. She will specially be missed by Brendan, who has looked after Bri since Rhona passed and her carers, particularly Caroline.
Requiem Mass on Friday in the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock arriving at 9.45am. Funeral immediately afterwards to St. Michael’s Cremation Services Chapel within Patrick O’Donovan & Son Funeral Home, Sallynoggin A96 PW73 arriving for 11.30am Cremation Service.
Mass can be viewed at https://www.churchservices.tv/foxrock
The Cremation Service can be viewed at https://churchcamlive.ie/odonovan
Paul Mc Hugh, Convoy
The peaceful death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Paul Mc Hugh, 1 Carraig Court, Convoy, Co. Donegal, F93XH99.
Predeceased by his father Colm, mother Vera and brother Columba, Paul will be sadly missed by his loving wife Debbie, daughters Ciara (Mark), Megan (Richard), son Niall and grandson Caomhàn. Much loved brother of Gerard (Violet), Ann (Danny), Maresa (Dermot) and sister-in-law Melanie (Gary).
His remains are reposing at his late residence from Thursday at 11am until Rosary at 9pm, with family time after and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from there on Friday at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Convoy with burial afterwards in the family plot in the Old graveyard.
Family flowers only.
Peter Doherty, Ballybofey and Cloghan
The death has taken place at Hillcrest Nursing Home of Peter Doherty, Meenagrave, and formerly Carrickmahon, and Teeveneebans.
Peter is predeceased by his sisters Mary, Margaret, Annie (Paddy), and brothers John, Patrick, Charlie (Marion). He will be sadly missed by his nieces Claire, Joanne and Jacqueline, nephews Patrick, Kevin, Peter and Aidan, neighbours, and many friends.
Peter's remains will arrive at 5:45pm to the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Glenfin, for reception prayers and will repose there from 6pm until rosary at 8pm.
Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday at 2pm, followed by interment afterwards in Kilteevogee Cemetery, Glenfin. The service can be viewed on the parish web cam.
Tá Peadar Ó Dochartaigh, Mín na gCnámh, agus roimhe seo, Carraig Mhathúna agus Taobh na mBan, imithe ar shlí na fírinne.
Ar shlí na fírinne roimhe, tá a dheirfiúracha Mary Margaret, Annie (Paddy), agus a dheartháireacha John, Patrick, Charlie (Marion). Maireann a neachtanna Claire, Joanne, agus Jacqueline, a nianna Patrick, Kevin, Peter, agus Aidan, a chomharsana, agus a chairde.
Beidh paidreacha ar a shon i dTeach Pobail Ghleann Fhinne, Dé Céadaoin 27 Samhain 2024, ag tosnú ag 5:45in, agus cuirfear tús leis an bpaidrín ag 8in.
Beidh aifreann sochraide ar siúl i dTeach Pobail Ghleann Fhinne, ar Déardaoin ag 2in, le h-adhlacadh i Reilig Taobhóige. Beidh an aifreann sochraide le feiceáil ar cheamara an pharóiste.
Rose Gallagher, Ardara
The death has occurred peacefully of Rose Gallagher, formerly of 26 Drumaghy Park, Ardara, at her daughter's residence in Tullymore, Ardara.
She is predeceased by her loving husband Joe. Rose will be forever missed by her daughter Rosemarie (John), sons Leo and Patrick, grandchildren Kirsty Shauna Ryan Joe and Holly, great grandchildren Callum Fia-Rose Rowan Chulainn Danny Mila and Darragh, nieces and nephews and all her relatives, neighbours and Friends
Her remains will repose at Shovlin's Funeral Home, Sandfield F94N923 on Tuesday from 6pm to 8pm and on Wednesday from 3pm to 6pm followed by removal to The Church of The Holy Family, Ardara arriving at 7pm to repose overnight.
Funeral Mass on Thursday morning at 11am with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Michael O'Shea, Ballyshannon and Donegal Town
The death has taken place suddenly and unexpectedly at his residence of Michael O'Shea, Millrace Crescent, Donegal Town and formerly of Ballyshannon.
Predeceased by his grandmother Mary Fannon, Ballyshannon and sister Samantha; Michael will be forever remembered by his parents Sarah and Joe. He will be sadly missed by his brother Jamie, sister Katie, grandparents Barbara and John, great-grandparents Kay and Harry, his baby Corey (four months old), girlfriend Samantha and her three children.
Michael's remains will repose at his parents residence at Derrynaseer (via Ballyshannon), County Leitrim F94 K6C8 on Wednesday from 12 noon to 7pm.
Removal from the family home on Thursday to arrive at St Joseph's Church, The Rock, Ballyshannon for Mass of the Resurrection at 12 noon with service of cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan at 3pm.
Donations in memory of Michael to Donegal Emergency Rescue c/o Patrick McKenna Funeral Directors or any family member.
Hughie McGee, Ballybofey and Fintown
The peaceful death has taken place of Hughie McGee Dreenan Ballybofey and formerly of Glenleighan Fintown.
Dearly loved and sadly missed by his beloved wife Sarah, daughters Caroline, Catriona (Eamon), Loretta, and his son Pauric. Much loved brother of Kathleen Boles (New York). Devoted grandfather to Atlanta (Leon), Tyron, Tristan, Stefan, Ultan, Saorla, Connla and Tarlach, nieces and nephews.
Hughie's remains will repose at Marley's Funeral Home Letterkenny F92 FR1X on Tuesday and Wednesday from 4pm until 8pm.
Requiem Mass on Thursday in St Colmcille's Chapel, Fintown at 11am with burial afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard.
Esther Casey, Letterkenny and Tyrone
The death has taken place suddenly at her home, of Esther Casey, née Callen, 43, Five Acres, Strabane, Tyrone, BT82 9JD and formerly of Letterkenny.
Beloved wife of the late Liam, much loved mother of Paula, Martin, John, Esther, Laura, Siobhan, Tony and Debbie, loving sister of Robert and the late James, Peggy, May and Celine.
Her remains are reposing at the family home on Tuesday from 11am to 10pm. Family time please from 10pm on Tuesday and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral from the family home on Wednesday at 9.20am for Requiem Mass at 10am in The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Strabane. Interment will take place afterwards in Strabane Cemetery. The Mass can be viewed via the parish webcam.
Sean Doherty, Killygordon
The death has taken place suddenly at his home, of Sean Doherty, Tieveclogher, Killygordon.
Loving brother of Andy (Bridie), Hugo (Kathleen), Josephine (John Pat) and the late Anna (late Tony Kennedy), cherished son of the late Sarah Jane and Andy.
His remains are reposing at the home of his sister and brother-in-law, Josephine and John Pat Harvey, Tieveclogher, Killygordon, F93 K6W4.
Funeral from there on Wednesday at 10.20am for Requiem Mass at 11am in St Mary’s Church, Sessiaghoneill. Interment will take place afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard. The Mass can be viewed via the parish webcam.
Paddy Harron, Castlefin
The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Paddy Harron, Tawnacrum, Castlefin, F93 R3W9.
Beloved husband of Nancy and much loved brother of Dinny, Andy and the late Hugh. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife, brothers, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
His remains reposing at his late residence. The house is private to family and close friends, at the request of the deceased.
Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday at 11.30am for Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Castlefin at 12 noon. Interment will take place afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard. The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the Parish Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/urneycastlefinnparish
Sr Stella Herlihy, Donegal Town and Cork
The death has occurred peacefully in Sligo University Hospital, of Sr Stella Herlihy, Kinsale, County Cork, and late of Convent of Mercy Donegal Town and Ballyshannon.
Sadly missed by the Sisters of Mercy, Donegal Town and Ballyshannon and the wider Mercy Community of the Northern Province and by her brother-in-law Denis (Phil) in Manchester, her sister-in-law Claire (Donal), her nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and great-grand nieces and nephews.
Sr Stella’s remains will be reposing at St Catherine’s Mercy, Convent, Ballyshannon on Tuesday from 2pm until 6pm with removal to St Patrick’s Church, Donegal Town on Tuesday evening for 7pm to repose overnight.
Funeral Mass on Wednesday at 11am in St Patrick’s Church, Donegal Town with burial immediately afterwards in Clar Cemetery.
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