Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Thursday morning, August 13
Updated death notices and funeral arrangements for County Donegal
The following deaths have taken place:
- Margaret Vaughan, Kilcar and Down
- Margaret Boyle, Annagry and Lettermacaward
- Stephen Brogan, Kildare and Drumoghill
- Sean Burns, Castlefinn
- James and Noreen McHugh, Kilcar
- Michael White, Westmeath and Castlefinn
- Vera McLaughlin, Burnfoot
- Joseph Rodden, Dublin and Creeslough
- Danny Breslin, Bundoran
- Anthony McBride, Creeslough
- Paul Noah McMahon, Burtonport and England
Margaret Vaughan, Kilcar and Down
The death has occurred of Margaret Vaughan (née Murray), Ashley Gardens, Banbridge, Co Down and formerly of Kilcar.
She passed away on August 12 peacefully at her home.
Beloved wife of the late Billy and much-loved mother of Michael, Eimear (McDonnell), Brona (Gillespie), Bill, Pat and the late Orla (Maginn).
House private please. Funeral mass will take place on Friday at 11am in St. Patrick’s Church, Dromore Street, Banbridge. Burial afterwards in St. Patrick’s Cemetery Dromore Road.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, family circle, and friends.
Margaret Boyle, Annagry and Lettermacaward
The sudden death has taken place of Margaret Boyle (née Breslin) Drumnacart, Annagry and formerly of Lettermacaward.
Sadly missed by her heart broken daughter Patricia (Yonny), brother Dim, sisters Sally, Kathleen, Veronica and extended family. Predeceased by her husband Patsy (Doalty) Boyle and sisters Mary, Roseleen, Noreen and Patricia.
Margaret’s remains will repose at McGlynn’s Funeral home, Dungloe from 4-8pm on Thursday 13th August with rosary at 8pm followed by removal to her home. Wake on Friday 14th August from 11am with rosary at 8pm.
Family time only on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral mass on Saturday, August 15 at 12 noon in St Bridget’s Church, Lettermacaward, followed by interment in the new graveyard.
Stephen Brogan, Kildare and Drumoghill
The peaceful death has occurred at the Donegal Hospice of Stephen Brogan, Clane, Co. Kildare, Drumoghill.
Beloved son of Gerard and Grainne (née McGlinchey).
Lovingly missed by his brothers Hugh (Emma) and Rory (Darcy), his sister Elaine Friel (Gavin), and his nieces and nephews Izzie, Jade, Max, Harry and Amelia, his granny Monny McGlinchey, his aunt Lorna, and his special friend Kerry.
Deeply regretted by his colleagues and staff of St Mary’s College, Naas, Co. Kildare, and by all his extended family and friends.
Stephen was predeceased by his grandparents Hughie and Bridget Brogan, Drumoghill, and his grandad John McGlinchey, Raphoe.
Stephen will repose at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe, F93 KP0N, on Wednesday, August 12 from 7pm to 10pm and Thursday from 2pm to 9pm. Followed by a private cremation.
Donations, if desired, to The Donegal Hospice, c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.
Sean Burns, Castlefinn
The death has taken place of Sean Burns, Ballylast, Castlefin, at Letterkenny University Hospital.
Predeceased by his loving parents Eamon and Christina, and brother Noel.
He will be dearly missed by his sorrowing wife Bernie, his son Eamon and daughters Megan, Cora, Teagan and Shauna.
He will be sadly missed by his brother Pat (Linda) and sister Tini (Padai mag loingsigh), nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews and wider family circle.
Sean’s remains are reposing at his late residence from 6pm Wednesday, August 12, funeral from there on Friday at 11:30am going to St. Columbas Church, Donnyloop for 12pm Requiem Mass and Burial immediately afterwards in adjoining cemetery.
Family time 11pm to 11am and on the morning of the Funeral.
James and Noreen McHugh, Kilcar
The sudden and tragic deaths have occurred of James McHugh and his beloved wife Noreen Mc Hugh (née O'Donnell), Bavin, Kilcar.
Predeceased by their parents Jim and Kathleen Mc Hugh, and Paddy and Nora O'Donnell, and Noreen's sister Margaret.
Missed dearly by their heartbroken and much adored children Emma (Diarmaid) and Eoin (Emma).
Noreen and James will be sadly missed by James' sisters Mary (Eugene), Cathryn (Pat), by his brothers Martin (Patrice) and Enda (Rosaleen), by Noreen's sisters Maire (Paddy RIP), Sheila (Michael RIP), and Teresa (Dinny), and by Noreen's brothers Paddy (Mary), Mickey (Mary), and Paul (Brenda), and by Noreen's brother-in-law Michael.
They will be sorely missed by their many nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and their wide circle of friends.
Strictly private arrival to the family home on Wednesday night, August 12.
Reposing at their family home (F94YC42) on Thursday from 2pm until 9pm, and on Friday from 12 noon until 9pm. Rosary will take place at 9pm on both nights.
James and Noreen's Funeral Mass will take place in St. Cartha's Church Kilcar (F94H2Y5) on Saturday at 11am, followed with burial in Towney Graveyard.
Shuttle buses will be in operation to the wake house from The Blue Haven Hotel (F94P27O) and from Leitir Corn Mill (F94CP7E).
We kindly ask that everyone attending the wake avail of the shuttle buses.
James and Noreen's funeral Mass can be viewed here.
Michael White, Westmeath and Castlefinn
The death has occurred of Michael White, Tormey Villas, Athlone, Westmeath and Castlefinn,
Retired member of the Defence Forces.
He passed away peacefully after a short illness on Tuesday, August 11.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Mary (née Lovett) and his daughter Victoria.
Sadly missed by his loving daughters Mary, Sarah and Sinead, sons Gabriel, Frankie, Alan, Mark, Elvis, Jayme, Michael and Noel, brothers, sisters, in-laws, nephews, nieces, his adoring grandchildren and great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Funeral arrangements later.
Vera McLaughlin, Burnfoot
The death has occurred at her home of Vera McLaughlin, Tooban, Burnfoot.
Predeceased by her loving husband Jimmy, son Charlie, sister Sheila and brother Jackie.
Deeply mourned and will be forever missed by her loving sons and daughters Joe, Bernie, Mary, Mura, Colette, James and Siobhan, brother Eamon and sister Grainne, grandchildren, great grandchildren, a wider family circle and friends.
Vera’s remains will be reposing at her home onTuesday, August 11 from 5.00pm where all are welcome to pay respects.
Removal from there on Thursday, August 13 at 10.15am going to St Mura’s Church, Fahan for requiem Mass at 11am followed by interment in the adjoining graveyard.
Requiem Mass can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/fahan.
Family time from 10pm to 11am, and private please on the morning of the funeral.
Parking is available in the adjacent carpark of Fahan Presbyterian Church.
Joseph Rodden, Dublin and Creeslough
The death has occurred of Joseph Rodden, Raheny, Dublin and formerly Creeslough, Co. Donegal.
Joseph died peacefully on August 8 under the care of the wonderful staff at St Francis Hospice in Raheny.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Evelyn, his parents Kate and Neil, his brothers Neil and John and his sister Patsy.
Joseph will be deeply missed by his brother Bill, his sons Paul, John, Martin, and Mark, his daughters-in-law Sarah and Ying-Chieh, his grandchildren Aoife, Naoise, and Aisling as well as by his nieces and nephews, extended family, and his dear friends and neighbours.
Reposing at St Francis Hospice, Station Road, Raheny, Dublin (D05 E392) for viewing from 11.00am to 1pm on Wednesday, August 12.
Followed by removal to St Michael’s Church, Creeslough, Co. Donegal (F92 XD92) to arrive at 8pm to repose overnight.
Requiem Mass there at 11am on Thursday, August 13, followed by burial in St. Columba’s Graveyard, Termon, Co. Donegal (F92 X4D6) where he will be reunited with Evelyn.
Joseph’s funeral Mass can be viewed live here: https://mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to St. Francis Hospice in Raheny or the Mater Hospital Foundation c/o of any family or James Harkin, funeral director.
Danny Breslin, Bundoran
The death has occurred of Danny Breslin, Ard Ná Gréine, West End, Bundoran and formerly of Aighe, Ardara.
Retired shopkeeper and funeral director. He passed away peacefully in the exceptional care of all at Ballyshannon Community Hospital on Sunday, August 9.
Forever loved and sadly missed by his loving family, his beloved wife Una, daughter Patricia, sons Donal (Eiméar), Conor (Nicola), his adored granddaughters Ella, Melissa and Eva, his brother-in-law John, sisters-in-law Peggy and Dora, his lifelong friend and colleague Paddy Conlan and all his relatives, neighbours and great friends he met down through the years.
Danny will repose at the Family Funeral Home (Breslin’s), West End, Bundoran F94E92F on Tuesday evening August 11 from 4pm to 8pm.
Removal from Family Home (Ard Ná Gréine) on Wednesday, August 12 at 11.40am to arrive at the Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea, Bundoran for Mass of Resurrection at 12 noon, removal afterwards to St. Ninnidh’s Cemetery, Newtown, Bundoran for burial service.
Danny’s Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.magheneparish.ie.
Family flowers only please, donations in Memory of Danny to Patient Comfort Fund at Ballyshannon Community Hospital c/o donation box at Funeral Home/Church.
The Breslin Family would like to sincerely thank the Doctors, Nurses, Carers and Staff of Ballyshannon Community Hospital for their care, compassion and dignity shown to both Danny and his family while in their care and to all who helped in any way during his time there.
James (Jim) Reid, Carndonagh
The death has occurred of James (Jim) Reid, Drimdoo, Carndonagh, peacefully at the Donegal Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his parents JJ and Rose Reid and his sister Mariegoretti.
Much loved father of Kieran, Mariegoretti (John), Rosemary and Danielle and devoted grandad of Tianna, Layla, Alisha, Amelia and Seamie.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his sisters, Noreen, Margaret, Joan and Ann, his nieces and nephews, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.
Jim’s remains will leave Eamonn McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, Station Road, Carndonagh (F93 E4FN) on Monday, August 10 at 7.30pm going to his home (F93 E4A3) where all are welcome to pay respects.
Funeral from there on Thursday at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart Church Carndonagh, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Requiem Mass can be viewed live on https://www.carndonaghparish.com/webcam.html. Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to the Donegal Hospice C/O any family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director.
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
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