Death notices for Donegal - Friday evening, February 21
The following deaths have taken place:
- Patrick Coll, Fanad
- Peter McGuinness, Donegal Town
- Patrick Jordan, Malin
- Elizabeth (Lily) Kelly, Carrigart
- John Day, Carrigart and Glasgow
- Mary Canny, Carndonagh
- John Gallagher, Downings
- Stephanie Green, Ballyshannon
- Cathal Molloy, Glenties and Dublin
- George Gallagher, Inver
- Hugh Toland, Kerrykeel and North Carolina
Patrick Coll, Fanad
The death has taken place in St Joseph’s Hospital, Stranorlar of Patrick Coll, Sessiagh, Fanad.
He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews.
Remains arriving at St Mary’s Church, Fanavolty, Fanad tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, February 22 at 3pm to repose overnight.
Funeral mass on Sunday, February 23 at 12 noon with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Peter McGuinness, Donegal Town
The death has occurred of Peter McGuinness, Newtown, Donegal Town, F94H025
He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his brothers Sean and Eamon, sisters Ann, Mary and Kathleen.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Kathleen, daughters Marie (Pauric) and Linda (Christopher), his grandchildren Emma, Kerri and Jason, his brother Tommy and sister Susan, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews and all his relatives, neighbours, and friends.
Reposing at his Residence from 4pm on Friday, February 21 and Saturday., February 22 from 12 noon. Funeral from there on Sunday morning at 10.30am to St Mary's Church, Killymard, for 11am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. There will be one-way system in operation to the Wake house with entry at Ballydevitt and Exit at Glenbourne.
Patrick Jordan, Malin
The peaceful death has taken place at his home of Patrick (Patsy) Jordan, Carrowmore, Malin F93 F8V0.
Beloved Husband of Grace and much loved Father of Patrick (Caroline), Mark (Anne-Marie), Mary (Kieran) and Grainne (Paul).
Devoted Grandfather of Chloe, Adam, Sophie, Ryan, James, Mary Grace, Fionn, Hannah, Aoibhe, Harry, Holly and Louie.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his Sister Gretta, Brother in Law James Anthony (Nuala), Nieces and Nephews, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.
Patsy’s remains are reposing at his home where you are all welcome to pay your respects. Funeral from there on Sunday, February 23 at 9.40am for 10.30am. Family time from 10pm to 11am.
Funeral mass in St Patrick’s Church, Aughaclay followed by Interment in Lagg Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director’s Facebook Page.
Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to The Donegal Hospice C/O and family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director.
Elizabeth (Lily) Kelly, Carrigart
The peaceful death has occurred of Elizabeth (Lily) Kelly nee Gallagher, on February 20 at her home in Carrigart.
Lily is sadly missed by her loving husband Benny, children Geraldine, Niamh, Brian, Hugh, John and Oisin, and grandchildren Maeve, Jake, Aoife, Jack, Tori, Lowri, Abi, Enfys, Aifric, Libby, Alba, Althea & great granddaughter Aarya, brothers Seamus and Kieran, sister Irene and brothers and sister-in law, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Lily’s remains will be reposing at her late residence, Shore Road, Carrigart, F92VY84 on Friday, February 21 from 12pm to 10pm, and Saturday, 11am to 10pm, and Sunday morning from 11am. Rosary will be at 9pm each night.
Removal to the Church of St. John the Baptist, Carrigart, on Sunday for requiem mass at 2pm, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.
John Day, Carrigart and Glasgow
The peaceful death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of John Day, Glen, Carrigart, and formerly of Glasgow.
Beloved husband of Veronica, much loved Dad of Michelle, Kevin and Elaine, dearly loved Father-in-Law of Edward, Sarah, and Denis, adored Granda of Michael and Breanna, Erin, Anna, and Ruth. Cherished Brother of Sophia, Patricia, Michael, Robert and Raymond.
Removal from the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Letterkenny, on Friday, February 21 at 2pm going to his late residence at Glen, Carrigart.
Funeral Mass on Sunday morning at 11.30am in St John the Baptist Church, Carrigart with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Wake at the family home (F92HX93) from 11.00am until 9.00pm. Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Mary Canny, Carndonagh
The peaceful death has taken place at Beech Hill Nursing Home, in her 104th year, of Mary Canny, Sheese, Glenagannon, Carndonagh.
Predeceased by her loving husband Neil, and much-loved mother of Owen (Breege), Patrick (Eileen), Noreen (Michael), and Niall.
Deeply regretted by her grandchildren- at home and in Boston and Australia, her great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.
Her remains will be reposing at her home from 10am on Friday, February 21.
Removal from there on Sunday, February 24 at 10:20am going to the Sacred Heart Church, Carndonagh for 11am requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Family time please from 10pm to 10am.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Beech Hill Nursing Home, C/O any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors.
John Gallagher, Downings
The death has taken place at the Donegal Hospice of John Gallagher, Dundoan, Downings.
Removal from the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top on Thursday, February 20 at 3pm going to his late residence.
Sadly missed by his wife Rose, sons PJ, Nicholas and Joe, daughters Sally, Kate & Louise, brothers Danny, Ned, Michéal, & sister Annemarie, grandchildren, family and friends.
Funeral from his late residence on Saturday going to the Church of St John the Baptist for requiem Mass at 11am, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetry.
Stephanie Green, Ballyshannon
The death has occurred of Stephanie Green, 72 St Benildus Ave, Ballyshannon.
She passed away on February 19, 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the exceptional care of all at Sligo University Hospital.
Beloved daughter of Francis (Buddy) and the recently deceased Geraldine Greene (RIP).
Stephanie will be forever loved and sadly missed by her loving family, her dear father, her precious son Keith, her loving fiancé Ciaran Rushe, her adored brother David and sister-in-law Colleen, her nieces Erin and Bethany and all her relatives, great neighbours and devoted close friends. Predeceased by her baby brother Keith and nephew Nathan.
Reposing at Breslin’s Funeral Home, West End, Bundoran F94E92F on Friday, February 21 from 4pm to 9pm and on Saturday, February 22 from 2pm to 9pm.
The Funeral Cortege will depart her family home at St Benildus Ave, Ballyshannon on Sunday, February 23 at 10.40am to arrive at St Patrick’s Church, Ballyshannon for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am. Removal afterwards to Lakeland’s Crematorium, Cavan for cremation service at 3pm.
Stephanie’s Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/stpatricksballyshannon
Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Stephanie to SHOUT at Sligo University Hospital care of donation box at Funeral Home/Church/Breslin's Funeral Directors or online at https://www.idonate.ie/cause/shoutsligo.
Cathal Molloy, Glenties and Dublin
The death has taken place of Cathal Molloy Drimnacrosh, Glenties, and Dublin peacefully in the excellent care of the staff in Letterkenny University Hospital surrounded by his family.
Predeceased by his loving parents Sonny and Bridie. Cathal will be sadly missed by his loving brothers Shaun ( Geraldine) and Seamus and sister Evelyn (Michael), nieces Elaine and Laura, nephews Mike, Gerard and Shane, great nephews, great nieces, cousins and his very wide circle of wonderful friends.
Reposing at Shovlin’s Funeral Home, Sandfield, Ardara F94A250 on Thursday, February 20 from 3pm until 5pm followed by removal to Drimnacrosh, F94TOV6.
Funeral leaving Drimnacrosh on Saturday, February 22 to St Connell’s Church Glenties for requiem Mass at 11am.
Followed by internment afterwards in the local cemetery. Family time on the morning of the funeral.
Funeral mass can be viewed live on
Family flowers only please donations in lieu to Friends of Letterkenny Hospital c/o James Mc Guinness & Sons, Funeral Director, Main Street, Glenties or any family member.
George Gallagher, Inver
The death has occurred of George Gallagher, Fanaghan, Inver. Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday 19th February 2025.
Predeceased by his parents Peter and Mary Ann and his beloved daughter Breda, brothers Peter and Johnny. Beloved husband to Bridget, dear father of John (Teresa), Seoirse (Marie), Michael (Marie), Catriona (Joe), Sheila (Paul) and son-in-law Karol. He will be sadly missed by all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sister Patricia brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Remains reposing at Gallagher's Funeral Home, Station Road, Mountcharles (Eircode F94XO2N) on Thursday, February 20 from 2pm until 8pm.
Wake at the family home (Eircode F94AC60) on Friday, February 21 from 12 noon until 9pm.
Removal from there on Saturday, February 22 at 10:30am, going to St Naul's Church, Ardaghey for 11am funeral Mass, followed by burial in St Nauls Cemetery, Ardaghey.
Family home private on the morning of the funeral. There will be a one-way system entering at Inver Crossroads and exit at Fanaghan.
Parking will be provided at Inver village. There will be limited parking at the family home. The Funeral Mass will be live-streamed on the link below on the St Naul's Parish Inver Facebook page. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Donegal Hospice.
Hugh Toland, Kerrykeel and North Carolina
The peaceful death has taken place in North Carolina, USA of Hugh Toland, formerly of Kerrykeel.
Survived by his wife Mary, son Aidan, daughter Laura, son-in-law Tony, grandsons Nicholas and Vincent, brothers John (North Carolina), Brian (Wales), Colm (Milford), Martin (England), sisters Evelyn (New York) and Mary (Letterkenny) and predeceased by his brother Charlie. Funeral arrangements later.
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