Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Saturday morning, April 25

The following deaths have taken place:

- Kian Gillespie, Carrick

- Yvonne McBrearty, Letterkenny

- Margaret Moloney, Dunkineely and Dublin

- Nora Mc Glanaghey, Donegal Town

- Michael Quinn, Ballintra

- Bernard Gibbons, Letterkenny

- Eileen Moore, Letterkenny

- Bernard Ryan, Frosses

Kian Gillespie, Carrick

The death has taken place of Kian Gillespie, Meenavean, Carrick, Donegal, F94 Y953.

Beloved son of Kevin and Teresa, Kian will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his heartbroken parents, his brother Darren (Jared), his sister Leanne, his Aunts, Uncles, cousins and a wide circle of relatives and friends.

His remains are reposing at his residence in Meenavean on Saturday from 12.00 noon to 9pm and on Sunday from 12 noon to 9pm with Rosary both nights at 8pm. The family home is private to family and close friends at all other times.

Removal to St Columba’s Church, Carrick on Monday for funeral Mass at 11am with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Yvonne McBrearty, Letterkenny

The peaceful death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital, of Yvonne McBrearty, née McDaid, 44 Manor View, Long Lane, Letterkenny F92 WVP0 and formerly from St Johnston.

Deeply missed by her loving sons Adrian (Lorraine), Brian (Caroline) and Shane (Emer), brother Shaun McDaid (Canada), grandchildren Eoin, Colm, Nathan, Cillian, Rudi, Aiobhinn and Clodagh, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours. Yvonne is predeceased by her husband Pat, son Trevor, parents William and Hannah and brothers William and Pat.

Her remains are reposing at her late residence on Saturday and Sunday from 1pm until Rosary at 9pm. Family time after the Rosary please. Family time on the morning of the funeral please.

Funeral from there on Monday at 10.30am going to St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny for 11am Requiem Mass which can be viewed on the church webcam Interment will take place afterwards in New Leck Cemetery, Letterkenny. 

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to the Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member.

Margaret Moloney, Dunkineely and Dublin

The death has taken place of Margaret Moloney, née McCready, Dun Laoghaire, County Dublin and formerly of St Johns Point, Dunkineely, County Donegal. She passed away peacefully in the care of St Michael’s Hospital Dun Laoghaire.

Dearly beloved wife of the late Michael and forever loved by her adored and heartbroken daughters Patricia and Catherine. Predeceased by her parents Mary Catherine (Minnie) and Francis (Francie) her sister Mary and brother Frank, Margaret will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her brother Jim, sister-in-law Ann-Margaret, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

Her remains are reposing at Gallaghers Funeral Home, Station Road, Mountcharles, County Donegal, F94 X02N on Sunday  from 5pm to 7pm. House strictly private.

Requiem Mass on Monday at 12pm at the Church of St Joseph and St Conal, Bruckless, County Donegal, F94 CH02, followed by burial at the adjoining Cemetery.

Nora Mc Glanaghey, Donegal Town

The death has occurred of Nora Mc Glanaghey, née Gallagher, 21 Marian Villas, Donegal Town and formerly of Ardara. She passed away peacefully in Donegal Community Hospital.

Sadly missed by her husband Jim, sons Ian, Damien (Laura) and Jason (Angela), grandchildren, Rachel, Ethan, Elle, Brian, Callum, nephews, nieces, brothers Jody, Sylvie and sisters Margie, girlie, neighbours, friends and extended family. She is predeceased by her parents and brothers Ciaran and Leo.

Nora’s remains are reposing in Tír Conaíll Funeral Home, Drumrooske, Donegal Town, F94 FX3A from 1pm until 6.30pm on Saturday, with removal to St Mary’s Church, Killymard for 7pm. House private at all times please.

Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Killymard at 11am on Sunday, with burial immediately afterwards in local cemetery.

Family flowers only donations in lieu of flowers to Donegal Solace centre, Donegal Town.

Michael Quinn, Ballintra

The death has ocurred of Michael Quinn, Ballydernott, Ballintra. Michael passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, following a long illness bravely borne, in the wonderful care of the North West Hospice.

Predeceased by his parents Andy and Molly and his grandson baby Rory; beloved and devoted husband of Josephine, much loved father of Michael, Lisa, Elaine and Kielan. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his sons-in-law Damien and Lee, daughter-in-law Ciara, cherished grandchildren, Mollie, Emilia, Aria, Oaklyn and Freddie, brother Gerry, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, neighbours and his many friends.

His remains are reposing at daughter Elaine's house, F94 E3C7, with wake continuing on Saturday 5pm 9pm. Please note, for those attending the wake, a one-way traffic system will be in operation with entry immediately after the Naomh Brid Clubhouse, Trummon, following the signage from there. House strictly private on morning of funeral.

Removal to St Brigid's Church, Ballintra for 11am Funeral Mass on Sunday, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Funeral Mass can be viewed online on the church webcam 

Family flowers only please donations in lieu, if so desired to North West Hospice

Bernard Gibbons, Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Bernard Gibbons, Woodlands, Letterkenny, Donegal, F92 Y9FX. He passed away peacefully in Letterkenny University Hospital, surrounded by loving family.

Predeceased by his parents Neil and Anna and son-in-law Richard, he is deeply regretted and sadly missed by his wife Marie, daughters AnnaMarie, Edel, Martina (Gerry), Emer (Emmet) and Leah, sons Brian (Teresa), Damien (Michelle); ondly remembered by his brothers and sisters, 14 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, extended family, good neighbours and many friends.

Barney's remains are reposing at his late residence, with wake continuing on Saturday from 11am until 10pm, with Rosary both nights at 9pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral from there on Sunday afternoon going the Church of the Irish Martyrs at 1pm followed by interment in Conwal cemetery.

Eileen Moore, Letterkenny

The death has taken place on Wednesday at Letterkenny University Hospital of Eileen Moore, née Delap, Swilly View, Ballymaleel, Letterkenny F92 W7V7.

Deeply missed by her loving sons Derek (Hilary), Laurence (Nuala) and Raymond (Colleen), daughter Audrey Gamble (Donald), grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces and nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours. Eileen is predeceased by her husband George, brothers Sammie and Roy and her sister Anna Stewart.

Family time on the morning of the funeral please.

Funeral from there on Saturday at 3.15pm going to Conwal Parish Church, Church Lane, Letterkenny for 4pm Funeral Service of Thanksgiving. which can be viewed on Craigs Media Facebook page. Interment will take place afterwards at Gortlee Cemetery, Letterkenny.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Conwal Parish Church and the Emergency Department, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member.

Bernard Ryan, Frosses

The death has occurred peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital, of Bernard Ryan, Tullytrasna, Frosses, County Donegal.

A much-loved and devoted husband to Kathleen for 61 years, wonderful father to Mark and Claire and grandfather to Amy, Elliot, Jack and Raphael.

His remains reposed overnight at the Church of the Holy Redeemer, Drimarone. Requiem Mass on Saturday morning at 11am  followed by internment afterwards in the local cemetery.

Family flowers only.

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