Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Friday evening, August 7
Updated death notices and funeral arrangements for County Donegal
The following deaths have taken place:
- Paul Noah McMahon, Burtonport and England
- Stevie Mc Sharry, Killybegs
- Kathleen Morris, Moville
- Nora ( Jack) O Donnell, Glenties
- Jane Friel, Lifford and Cork
- Majella Mc Daid, Castlefin
- Michael Conaghan, Dublin and Donegal
- Harry Thompson, Gortahork
Paul Noah McMahon, Burtonport and England
The death has occurred of Paul Noah McMahon, Kitty's Cottage, Lackenagh, Burtonport and formerly Blackpool, Lancashire.
Predeceased by his parents William and Judy Haworth, Paul is deeply missed by his husband Kevin and his many friends and family. Paul was a passionate animal lover and doted on his Jack Russells, Nuala and Fergal.
Taking inspiration from David Bowie, Paul requested a simple and dignified private cremation.
Paul’s life will be celebrated in a ceremony led by his devoted husband Kevin on Saturday August 15 on Cloughglass beach, Burtonport. Please gather at his beloved home at Kitty’s Cottage, Burtonport, F94 Y8X6 at 11am before driving to Cloughglass beach. Wear bright colours and walking shoes (Dr Martens optional).
In lieu of flowers, donations to Donegal Donkey Sanctuary would be greatly appreciated – donegaldonkeysanctuary.ie
To quote David Bowie: “I don’t know where I’m going from here, but I promise it won’t be boring.”
Stevie Mc Sharry, Killybegs
The death has occurred of Stevie Mc Sharry, West Winds, Fintra, Killybegs, County Donegal.
Predeceased by his parents Teresa and Stephen, brother David and sisters Patricia and Antoinette; sadly missed by his son David (Bríd), daughter Claire (Declan), grandsons Daniel, Seán and Conor, brothers Peter, Gerry and Liam, sisters Mary, Margaret and Siobhan, aunts, cousins and friends.
His remains are reposing at Mc Brearty's Funeral Home, Killybegs from 4pm to 8pm on Friday, and at his late residence on Saturday with house private for family and close friends only. House private on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral Mass on Sunday at 11am in The Church of St Joseph & St Conal, Bruckless followed by private cremation.
Kathleen Morris, Moville
The death has occurred of Kathleen Morris, Toabh na Cille, Bath Terrace, Moville, Donegal, F93 CX84. She passed away peacefully, at Donegal Hospice.
Beloved mother of Philippa, Stephanie and Gregory; predeceased by her loving husband, Mervyn and her dear brother Charles.
Kathleen will be forever remembered by her daughter Philippa, husband Jon, and their sons Joost and Thijs; her daughter Stephanie, her children Charlie and Tara; and her son Gregory, his wife Tara, and their daughters Aoife and Cara. She will also be sadly missed by her brother John, her nephews, extended family, friends, neighbours, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Visitors are welcome to pay their respects at Apt 1 Taobh na Cille, Bath Terrace, Moville, from 11am until 7pm on Saturday, after which family only.
Requiem Mass will take place on Sunday at 10am at St Pius X Church, Moville, followed by interment in the Morris family plot, St Columba's, Drung.
Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to Donegal Hospice, c/o Eamonn McLaughlin, Funeral Director.
Nora ( Jack) O Donnell, Glenties
The peaceful death has occurred at her home, surrounded by her loving family, of Nora (Jack) O Donnell, 112 Ard Patrick, Glenties.
Predeceased by her husband Jack, son Michael and son-in-law Jerome, parents John and Susannah, sisters Mary, Susannah and Nan, brothers Seamus, Peadar, Donal, Joe and Charlie; forever loved and sadly missed by her daughters Ita (Jerome RIP), Mary (Frank), Teresa (Tom) and Siobhan (Mike); sons Michael RIP (Bernie), John Daffy (Ann), Dessie (Grace), Gerard (Claire), Brendan Bradas (Yvonne); missed dearly by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and many friends.
Nora’s remains are reposing at her home (F94V062) on Friday and Saturday from 11am until Rosary both nights at 9pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral.
Removal from her home on Sunday at 12.30 pm to St Connell’s Church, Glenties, for Requiem Mass at 1pm, with burial afterwards in the local cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the church webcam
The death has occurred of Kathleen Graham, Drumlask, Donegal Town, County Donegal. She passed away peacefully at Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny.
Kathleen is predeceased by her husband Roy and parents Jimmy and Louie Henderson. She will be sadly missed by her sister Pauline Perry and her husband Oswald, her brother David Henderson and his wife Dorothy, nephews, nieces the Henderson and Graham family circles and many good friends.
Her remains are reposing in Laghey Parish Church according to her wishes. House strictly private please. Family, neighbours, and close friends are welcome in Kathleen's home from 3pm to 9pm on Friday.
Funeral service in Laghey Parish Church, Saturday at 2pm followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to Laghey Parish Church care of George Irwin Funeral Directors.
Jane Friel, Lifford and Cork
The death has taken place at St Joseph`s Community Hospital of Jane Friel, née Duggan, Drumbuoy, Lifford. F93 KHR1 and formerly of Douglas Road, Cork City.
Beloved wife of the late Leo, much loved mother of Edward, Miranda, Deirdre, Maeve, Frank and Louise and sister of Monica and the late Tom, Donal, Marie and Frank. She is deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, fourteen grandchildren, three great grandchildren, sister and family circle.
Her remains are reposing at her home. Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral leaving her home on Saturday at 11.30am for Requiem Mass in St Patrick's Church, Murlog, Lifford at 12 noon. Interment will take place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam
Majella Mc Daid, Castlefin
The death has taken place of Majella McDaid, née McCroary, Alt Upper, Castlefin, Donegal.
Beloved wife of Aaron, much loved mother of Ronan (Naomi) and Iona, loving daughter of Martin and the late Maureen, dearest sister of Paul (Denise), Emma (Tasha), Gary (Tamara) and the late baby Aoife.
In keeping with the family’s wishes, the house is strictly private.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 3 pm in St Columba’s Church, Doneyloop. Interment will take place afterwards in the adjoining churchyard.
Michael Conaghan, Dublin and Donegal
The death has taken place of Michael Conaghan, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, and late of Calhame, Donegal, and formerly of Inchicore College and former Labour TD and Lord Mayor of Dublin 2004-2005. He passed away peacefully at Cherry Orchard Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his brothers Patsy and Bernard, sadly missed by his heartbroken family, loving wife Marian, daughters Heidi and Eve, adored grandchildren Sam and Ben, sisters Mary, Patricia, Angela and Susanna, sons-in-law Chris and Nollaig, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and large circle of friends.
His remains are reposing at his residence on Friday from 4pm until 7pm.
A Funeral Service to remember Michael’s life will take place on Saturday at the Ballyfermot Civic Community Centre at 11am and afterwards to Goldenbridge Cemetery.
Harry Thompson, Gortahork
The peaceful death has taken place at University Hospital Galway surrounded by his loving family, of Harry Thompson, Upper Baltoney, Gortahork.
Predeceased by his parents Jimmy and Mary, his brother Joe beag, sister Madge, nephew Bryan and brother in law Dermot; survived by sisters Anne and Mairead, brothers-in-law John and James, sister-in-law Maureen, nieces and nephews, cousins and a wide circle of friends and neighbours.
His remains are reposing at Gallagher’s Funeral Premises, Gortahork, F92 FT7C with wake commencing on Friday at 4pm till 8pm with Rosary at 8pm. House private please.
Funeral Mass on Saturday at 11am in Christ the King, Gortahork F92 DP86 with burial afterwards in the adjacent Cemetery. Mass can be viewed live on the parish webcam
Family flowers only please, donations can be made in memory of Harry to the mental health services Dungloe and University hospital Galway care of any family members
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