Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday evening, June 19, 2024
Donegal death and funeral notices
The following deaths have taken place:
- Damien McDaid, St Johnston formerly Newtowncunningham
- Margaret Antoinette Murphy (née Kelly) Dublin / Donegal
- Bryan Walsh Dublin and formerly of Letterkenny
- John Joseph Mitchell, Letterkenny / Greater Manchester / Mayo
- Geraldine Nelis, Churchill
- Rosaleen Ward (née Boyle) Galway / Letterkenny
- Eileen Arnold, Killybegs and formerly Surrey, England
- Margaret (Maggie) Sweeney (née McDermott) Creeslough
- Teresa Carolan (née Dunleavy), Letterkenny / Belmullet, Mayo
- Eamon (Edward) Duffy, Derry City / Clonmany
- Michael McDaid, Manorcunningham
- Nicholas Patrick Meenan, Oxfordshire, Tory Island and Dunfanaghy
- Raymond Montgomery, Letterkenny
- Joe Woods, Gortahork
- Maggie Sweeney, Creeslough
Damien McDaid, St Johnston formerly Newtowncunningham
The death has occurred in the Donegal Hospice of Damien McDaid, No.12 Cois Abhíann, St Johnston formerly Main Street, Newtowncunningham.
Damien will be lovingly missed by his daughter Danielle and son-in-law Tommy and beloved granddaughter London, mother Gráinne, sisters and brothers Deirdre, Pauline, Sharon, Elena, Gemma, Gavin, Noel, James and Stephen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law nieces and nephews and all his extended family and friends.
Damian was predeceased by his son Bryan, father Jimmy and grandson Sonny may they all rest in peace.
Removal this evening Wednesday June 19 from Kelly’s Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe at 6pm travelling via Main Street, Newtowncunningham and Long Lane home to No.12 Cois Abhíann to repose for wake. Rosary each evening at 9pm, Family time please from 10pm to 11am.
Funeral Cortege will be leaving at 10.30am on Saturday morning June 22 going to St Baithin’s Church, St Johnston for 11 o’clock Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to The Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.
Margaret Antoinette Murphy (née Kelly) Dublin / Donegal
The death has occurred of Margaret Antoinette Murphy (née Kelly) late of Clondalkin, Dublin 22 and Donegal, June 18 2024, passed peacefully in the loving care of the staff at Greystones Nursing Home, Greystones, Co.Wicklow surrounded by her loving family.
Beloved wife of the late Thomas and mother of the late Gary. Sadly missed by her sons Eugene and Marc, her daughters Sylvana and Diane, sons in law Brian and David, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother, sister, extended family and friends.
Funeral Mass on Friday, June 21, at 10am in St Anne's Church, Bohernabreena (Eircode D24YF34) followed by interment in Bohernabreena Cemetery. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, to The Alzheimer's Association.
Bryan Walsh Dublin and formerly of Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Bryan Walsh Portmarnock, Dublin and formerly of Letterkenny and late of ESB. June 18 2024. Peacefully, in the wonderful care of St. Francis Hospice, Raheny surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved husband of Aoife. Very sadly missed by his loving wife, his adored daughter Ellie, mother Eileen, father John, brother Michael, sisters Leanne and Caron, parents-in-law Anne and Kevin, brothers-in-law Eoin, Eoin and Ronan, sisters-in-law Niamh and Frances, nephews Joshua and Sonny, nieces Sophia and Nico, extended family, friends and work colleagues.
Reposing in Staffords Funeral Home, Golf Links Road, Portmarnock on Friday, June 21, from 3pm to 5pm. A Service to celebrate Bryan’s life will take place in Glasnevin Crematorium on Saturday afternoon at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the Irish Cancer Society or St. Francis Hospice, Raheny.
House private please. https://www.cancer.ie/
John Joseph Mitchell, Letterkenny / Greater Manchester / Mayo
The death has occurred of John Joseph Mitchell, Glencar, Letterkenny, formerly Shaw, Greater Manchester,
England and originally Irishtown Co. Mayo.
Peacefully in the caring hands of the staff in the Donegal Hospice. Loving husband of the late Josie Mitchell (O'Hagan Feb 2022) RIP.
Cherished father of Anthony (Nicola), Maureen (Iain) & Annemarie (Robin). Much loved pops to Molly, Kiera, Jack, Grace, Henry, Nuala, Zach, Finley and Oliver.
Sadly missed by his brothers Billy (Kathleen) & Gerry (Eileen). Fondly remembered by his dear nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Tom, Francis, James, Kevin & Eamon. Always remembered by extended family members, neighbors and Friends.
Johns remains will repose at the residence of his daughter Annemarie Bose, Derora, Churchill, F92 E7W2 from 12noon until 10pm today Wednesday June 19.
Funeral from on Thursday morning June 20 for requiem mass in St. Colmcilles Church Glendowan at 11am followed by interment in Templedouglas cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed on https://www.churchservices.tv/churchhill
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if desired to the Donegal Hospice, care of any family member or Charlie Mc Clafferty Funeral Director.
Please feel free to leave a message of condolence for John's family on Charlie McClafferty Funeral Directors Facebook page.
Geraldine Nelis, Churchill
The death has occurred of Geraldine Nelis, Lossett, Churchill, F92 FF90.
Peacefully, in her home, surrounded by her loving and caring family.
Predeceased by parents Danny (Oct 2002) & Margaret (Feb 2021) RIP. Sorely missed by siblings Anne O'Donnell (Kilmacrennan), Margaret Diver (Trentagh), John (Lossett), Danny (Lossett), Michael (Lossett) and Charley (Creeslough). Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, extended family members, neighbours and many friends.
Geraldine's remains are reposing at her late residence. Funeral from there on Friday morning June 21 for requiem mass in St. Colmcilles Church Glendowan at 11am followed by interment in Gartan cemetery.
Family time from 10pm to 11am. Funeral mass can be viewed on https://www.churchservices.tv/churchhill
Please feel free to leave a message of condolence for Geraldine's family on Charlie McClafferty Funeral Directors Facebook page.
Rosaleen Ward (née Boyle) Galway / Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Rosaleen Ward (née Boyle) "Mandalay" Dalysfort Road, Salthill, Galway / Letterkenny on
June 18 2024, in the wonderful care of The Galway Hospice.
Rosaleen spent her 81 years in this world exuding kindness and love. She had a fantastic life with her husband Dermot, sister Margot, her children Barry, Glenn, Emma, Zoe and Joelee, son-in-law David, daughter-in-law Eileen, and treasured grandchildren Nicole, Camryn, Killian, Noah, Ross, Scott, Gregg, Emilyrose, Leah, Ava, Sophie, and Lewis, extended family and friends.
Reposing in her home on Thursday June 20 from 4pm until 7pm. Removal on Friday morning June 21 to St. Joseph’s Church, Presentation Road for Requiem Mass at 11am. Cremation Service in Shannon Crematorium on Saturday June 22 at 12noon.
Livestream Link for Mass: https://www.mcn.live/camera/st-josephs-church-galway
Family flowers only by request, donations if desired to The Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association or The Galway Hospice.
The family would like to thank you for your thoughtfulness at this sad time.
Eileen Arnold, Killybegs and formerly Surrey, England
The death has occurred of Eileen Arnold, Bungosteen, Killybegs and formerly of Surrey, England at Letterkenny University Hospital. Beloved wife of Dave, much loved mother to Sarah (Joel), Lucy (Will) and David and grandmother to Emily, Harvey, Lily, Phae, Alfie and Isla.
Predeceased by her parents Joe and Nellie and her sister Rosemary. Survived by her brother Jimmy. She will be sadly missed by her brother in law, sister in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends in England and Killybegs.
Her remains will repose at Mc Brearty's Funeral Home, Killybegs (F94 R8WR) on Thursday, June 20, from 6pm-8pm.
Funeral in St Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs on Friday, June 21, at 1pm followed by burial in the local cemetery. Mass will be streamed live at the link https://mcn.live/Camera/st-mary-of-the-visitation-church-killybegs
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Oncology Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital, c/o Mc Brearty Undertakers.
House private please.
Margaret (Maggie) Sweeney (née McDermott) Creeslough
The peaceful death has occurred at the Donegal Hospice of Margaret (Maggie) Sweeney (nee McDermott) Ballyboes, Creeslough, F92YX09.
Sadly missed by her husband Vincent, daughters; Michelle (Johnny) and Claire (Shane), her brothers; Gerry, Packie, Michael, Andrew, Tony and Donal, her sister Bridget and their families; her close and wider family circle and friends. Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Catherine and her brother John.
Her remains are reposing at her late residence in Ballyboes. Wake on Wednesday June 19 from 3pm to 8pm. All welcome.
Funeral Mass in St. Michael's Church, Creeslough on Thursday June 20 2024 at 12noon. Burial afterwards in Doe Graveyard. Mass can be viewed live on https://www.mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, to the Donegal Hospice c/o of any family member or James Harkin, Funeral Director, Creeslough.
Teresa Carolan (née Dunleavy), Letterkenny / Belmullet, Mayo
The death has occurred of Teresa Carolan (née Dunleavy), Scribley, Letterkenny, formerly Corclough, West Belmullet, Co. Mayo.
Teresa remains will arrive at St. Eunan's Cathedral on Monday June 24 at 5.45pm.
Funeral mass at 11am in St. Eunan's Cathedral on Tuesday June 25 with cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Tullymongan Upper, Cavan (H12 RF78).
Eamon (Edward) Duffy, Derry City / Clonmany
The death has occurred of Eamon (Edward) Duffy, 37, Northland Drive, Derry City, Derry, BT48 7JS / Clonmany
Suddenly, June 11 2024 in Fuerteventura, Canary Islands
Devoted Husband of the late Pam (Pamela), loving dad to Claire (Dessie), Bridgeen (Robert) and Colum (Aisling), adored grandfather of Emma, Oscar, Katie & Angus.
Beloved son of the late Edward and Mary. Dear brother of Kathleen, Michael (Mick) & the late Bernie also a Cherished Uncle and Great Uncle.
Very deeply regretted and sadly missed by his entire family circle.
Funeral arrangements later.
Michael McDaid, Dunduffsfort, Manorcunningham
The sudden death has occurred of Michael McDaid, Dunduffsfort, Manorcunningham at Letterkenny University Hospital on Monday June 17 2024.
Deeply missed by his loving wife Sandra, sons Shaun, Stuart and Alexander, daughter-in-law Orla, grandson Logan, brothers Pat, Barry, Hugh and William, sisters Maureen and Ann-Marie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.
Predeceased by his parents Mary and Patrick, brothers Christopher and Shaun and sister Audrey.
Michael’s remains will repose at The Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny F92 XE35 on Wednesday June 19 from 6pm until 8pm.
Private cremation will take place later. Family flowers only please.
Nicholas Patrick Meenan, Oxfordshire, Tory Island and Dunfanaghy
The death has taken place of Nicholas Patrick Meenan, late of Thame Oxfordshire, formerly of Tory Island and Dunfanaghy. Nicholas passed away peacefully at Florence Nightingale Hospice in the company of his loving wife Mary and caring daughter Kerry.
Predeceased by his brother Peter and sister Mary; much loved father of Peter, Paul and Kerry, brother of Michael, Sadie and John. He will also be sadly missed by his daughters-in-law Orla and Sarah, and his son-in-law Chris, his grandchildren Seb, Charlie, Jack, Harry, Martha, Nellie and Daisy, as well as his extended family, nieces, nephews, neighbours and his circle of friends.
A funeral service will take place at St Edmund Campion RC Church, Watlington, Oxfordshire at 2.30pm on June 28, with the cremation at 4pm at Oxford Crematorium. Wake to be held at Holiday Inn, Pear Tree, Oxford that evening.
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, can be made to Florence Nightingale Hospice.
Raymond Montgomery, Letterkenny
The sudden death has taken place of Raymond Montgomery, Gortnavern,Coolboy, Letterkenny, F92 TW7T.
Deeply regretted by his sister Bernie, brothers Dessie and Pat, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. He is predeceased by his mother Mary, brothers Paul and Shaun and his uncle Seamus.
His remains are reposing at his home. Family time from 10pm until 11am.
Requiem mass on Thursday at 11am in St Columba’s Church, Kilmacrennan. Burial will take place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Mass can be viewed on Church Services TV St Columba’s Church Kilmacrennan.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Pieta House, c/o any family member or Patrick Sweeney Funeral Directors.
Joe Woods, Gortahork
The sudden death has taken place of Joe Woods, Fanaboy, Gortahork F92 VX34.
Predeceased by his parents Michael and Betty, he is survived by his brothers Michael, James, John and Martin, sisters Mary Bridget, Kathleen, Caroline, Elizabeth, Sophie, Barbara, Angela, Dolores, Theresa and Claire, in-laws, nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends.
The wake is taking place at his home with Rosary nightly at 8pm.
Funeral from there on Thursday for 11am Requiem Mass in Christ the King Church, Gortahork with burial afterwards in the adjacent cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed live on https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/christ-the-king-gortahork
Maggie Sweeney, Creeslough
The peaceful death has taken place at the Donegal Hospice of Margaret (Maggie) Sweeney, née McDermott, Ballyboes, Creeslough, F92YX09.
Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Catherine and her brother John, she is sadly missed by her husband Vincent, daughters Michelle (Johnny) and Claire (Shane); her brothers Gerry, Packie, Michael, Andrew, Tony and Donal; her sister Bridget and their families; her close and wider family circle and friends.
Her remains are reposing at her late residence in Ballyboes. Wake on Wednesday from 3pm to 8pm. All welcome. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral Mass in St Michael's Church, Creeslough on Thursday at 12 noon. Burial will take place afterwards in Doe Graveyard. Mass can be viewed live on https://www.mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, to the Donegal Hospice C/O of any family member or James Harkin, Funeral Director, Creeslough.
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