Death notices for Donegal - Friday evening, July 5

The following deaths have taken place:

- Mary Margaret Grant, Buncrana

- Sally Gallagher, Gortahork

- Andy McGovern, Letterkenny and Cavan

- Margaret MacBride, Greencastle

- Josephine Doherty, Ballindrait

- Neil Doogan, Gortahork

- Gerard (Gerry) Lennon, Killea

- Rowan McGrath, Convoy

- Majella McGlinchey (née Bonner), Newtowncunningham

- Dermot Kelly, Dunfanaghy and Letterkenny

- Tony Sharkey, Lifford

- Jane McGarry Doherty, Malin Head

- John Joe Ó Domhnaill, England and Ranafast

- Irene Walls, Rossnowlagh

- Mary Gallagher, Fanad

- Frances Milling, Westmeath, Antrim and Convoy

Mary Margaret Grant, Buncrana

The death has taken place of Mary Margaret Grant, peacefully at her home, Westbrook House, Buncrana. Heartbroken by her passing her devoted husband of 53 years William and her daughters Edele (John), Eilish, Annemarie (Paul), Orla (Iain)and loving Son Liam (Sonya). Fondly remembered by her grandchildren Jayne, Dearbhla, Eimear, Peter, Cormac, Henry, Aoife and Saoirse. Sadly missed by her sister Patt, (Bahamas) and brother Joseph (Manchester), sisters-in-law, Nieces, nephew's extended family and friends. Predeceased by her parents Hugh Farren (October 1986) Bridget Farren (November 1953) sisters Teresa (1952 age 10 years) Charlotte (Manchester January 1993), Betty (California July 2023) and Brother Louis (1955 age 4 years).

Remains reposing at her residence from 11am on Saturday, July 6 until 10 pm and on Sunday, July 7 from 11am until 10pm. Removal from there on Monday 8th July at 10.30 a.m. going to St Mary's church Cockhill for 11 o'clock requiem mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed online.

Sally Gallagher, Gortahork

The peaceful death has taken place at her home of Sally Gallagher (nee Shiels) of Meenlaragh, Gortahork F92 TY26 formerly of Ballywhoriskey, Fanad. Predeceased by her parents Neil and Annie, her brothers Dorby and John, her sisters Máire and Margaret. Survived by her husband Patsy, sons James. Patrick and Neil, daughters Anne Claire and Sharon, in laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, her brothers Danny and Brendan, her sisters Biddy, Grace, Angela and Kitty, nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends.

Her remains will repose at her home from 6pm today Friday,  July 5 . Rosary both nights at 9.00pm, house private after Rosary till 10.00am and on the morning of the Funeral. Funeral from there on Sunday, the 7th, for 1.00pm Requiem mass in Christ the King Church, Gortahork with burial afterwards in the adjacent cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed live.

Andy McGovern, Letterkenny and Cavan

The death has taken place in the loving care of the staff of the Donegal Hospice of Andy McGovern of Glencar Irish (Long Lane), Letterkenny, formerly of Ballymagovern, Co Cavan.

Predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Margaret, Ballymagovern, Co Cavan, sisters Peggy and Bridie and brother Seamus (all Cavan).

Sadly missed by his loving wife Kathleen (née Doherty), sons Andrew (Andy) and Paul; grandchildren Matthew and Katie and daughters-in-law Anne (Andy) and Elaine (Paul); sisters Kathleen Sutherland (Leitrim), Eileen McManus (Cavan), Rose Ryan (N. Carolina), and Rita Tierney (New York); sisters-in-law Eileen McComack (England) and Madeleine McAteer (Lismonaghan); and brother-in-law Charlie McAteer; nieces and nephews and extended family and friends.

Reposing at the home of his son Andrew (Andy) at the Long Lane, Glencar Irish, Letterkenny, (F92 H5H0) from 5pm to 9pm today Friday, July 5, and from 12 noon to 9 pm on Saturday, July 6. Rosary at 9pm each night.

Family time please, after the Rosary and on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral Mass on Sunday, July 7th, at 11:30am in the Church of the Irish Martyrs, Ballyraine ((F92 PN81), which can be viewed online, followed by interment in Conwal Cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if wished, to the Donegal Hospice, c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny, or any family member.

Margaret MacBride, Greencastle

The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Margaret (Gretta) MacBride Née Friel, surrounded by her heartbroken husband Seán and her loving family, late of White Bay House, Drumaweir, Greencastle, F93 DDX3.

Funeral arrangements to be confirmed later.

Josephine Doherty, Ballindrait

The death has occurred of Josephine Doherty (nee Sheils), Cloughfin, Ballindrait. Josephine will be lovingly missed by her daughter Lorena, beloved grandson Ethan, her brothers and sisters and all her extended family and friends.

Josephine was predeceased by her daughter Karen. Josephine will be reposing at her daughter Lorena Doherty’s residence, 10 Ballyduff Park, Lifford. Wake is strictly private at the request of the deceased.

Funeral Cortege will be leaving at 11.15am on Sunday morning, July 7, going to St Baithin’s Church, St Johnston for 12 noon Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to The Donegal Hospice c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Neil Doogan, Gortahork

The death has taken place in the Lakehouse Nursing Home, Portnablagh of Neil Doogan of Ardsmore, Gortahork. Predeceased by his parents Manus and Mary and his brother Manus. Survived by his sister Shelia Mc Goldrick (Tallaght, Dublin), nieces, nephews and a circle of family and friends.

His remains will repose at Gortahork Funeral premises today Friday, July 5 from 4pm to 8pm with rosary at 8pm and on Saturday, July 6 from 4pm till 9pm with Rosary at 9pm. Funeral from there on Sunday for 11am requiem Mass in Christ the King Church, Gortahork with burial afterwards in the adjacent cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed live. 

Gerard (Gerry) Lennon, Killea

The death has occurred in Galway University hospital of Gerard (Gerry) Lennon, 605 Killea Cottages, Killea, Co Donegal.

Gerard will be sadly missed by the Crossan and O’Donnell families and all his neighbours and friends.

Gerard was predeceased by his parents Tess and Leehan rest in peace. Removal from Kelly’s Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe this morning, Friday, July 5 at 11am travelling to his late residence, 605 Killea Cottages, Killea to repose for wake from 12 noon and all day tomorrow, Saturday.

Funeral cortege leaving his late residence on Sunday, July 7 at 1.40pm travelling to Church of the Immaculate Conception, Killea for 2pm Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in All Saints Church Cemetery, Newtowncunningham.

Mass can be viewed online.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to Renal Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Rowan McGrath, Convoy

The death has taken place at St Joseph’s Hospital, Stranorlar of Rowan McGrath, Ruskey, Convoy. His remains will repose at his late residence from 10am on Friday, July 5.

Funeral leaving from there tomorrow morning, Saturday, July 6 at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Convoy, followed by interment in the family plot in the old graveyard.

Rowan will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by his sisters, brother, nieces and nephews.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu to St Joseph’s patients comfort fund care of Terence McClintock funeral director.

Majella McGlinchey (née Bonner), Newtowncunningham

The death has taken place of Majella McGlinchey (née Bonner), 486 Colehill Park, Newtowncunningham, F93 RYN1. She passed away peacefully in the caring hands of the staff in the Donegal Hospice, surrounded by her loving family.

Majella will be sadly missed by her beloved husband Teddy, Children Marie (Frankie), Pauline (George) and Shaun (Julie), fondly remembered by sister Margaret, brothers Vincent & Willie, grandchildren, extended family members, neighbours and friends.

Funeral mass in All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham on Sunday, July 7 at 11am followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Funeral mass can be viewed online. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Donegal Hospice, care of any family member or Charlie Mc Clafferty Funeral Director.

Dermot Kelly, Dunfanaghy and Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Dermot Kelly, 23 Croagh Na Geeha Renclevin, Dunfanaghy, and formerly College Farm Road, Letterkenny. He passed away peacefully at Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny after a long illness bravely borne, surrounded by his loving family and under the wonderful care of the Hospice Staff.

Pre-deceased by his father Charlie and mother Muriel, uncles and aunts., Dermot is deeply regretted by his loving wife Joan (McShane), his broken-hearted children, daughters Rachel and Anneli, son Charlie. Sadly missed by his siblings Rosemary (Cashel) Marianne (Dunfanaghy), Karl (Dunfanaghy), Aideen (Cork), Brian (Portmarnock), Maeve (Clonakilty) godchildren, nieces, and nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

House private please at the request of the deceased.

A private cremation will take place at a later date followed by a celebration of Dermot’s life.

Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to The Donegal Hospice c/o any family member or McGowan’s Funeral Home, Drumboe Avenue, Stranorlar.

Tony Sharkey, Lifford

The death has occurred in Letterkenny University Hospital of Anthony (Tony) Sharkey, Glencush, Lifford, F93 TNN2.

Lovingly missed by his wife Mary, Pauline (Shaun Doherty), Bobby (Collette), Ronan (Caroline), Donna (Sean Kerrigan), Maurice, Louise, Claire (Michael McConnell), Michael, Mairead and David, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and all his extended family and friends

Tony's remains will be reposing at his late residence Glencush, Lifford for wake to take place from 4pm Thursday and all day Friday.

Funeral from his late residence on Saturday morning at 10.30am going to St Patrick’s Church Murlog for 11am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://clonleighparish.com/webcam-watch-live/

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to Renal Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Jane McGarry Doherty, Malin Head

The death has taken place of Jane McGarry Doherty, affectionately know as Sheila, Slievebawn, Malin Head F93 XOKO and Glasgow.

Predeceased by her husband John Charles Doherty (Carpenter); much loved mother of Philip (Linda), Jane (Tony), Stephen (Julia) and John Charles (Lynda); devoted grandmother of Daniel, Lauren, Kelly, Hannah, Anthony, David, Maria, Niamh, Charlie, Max and great-grandmother of Connor, Mirren, Eva, Aiden and Holly; deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sister Catherine, her nieces and nephews, wider family circle and many friends in the community.

Sheila's remains are reposing at her home where you are all welcome to pay your respects. Rosary nightly at 9pm with family time from 10pm to 11am.

Funeral from there at 10.30am on Saturday for 11am Funeral Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Malin Head followed by interment in Lagg Graveyard. Sheila's funeral mass will be live steamed on the Malin Head Community Facebook page.

John Joe Ó Domhnaill, England and Ranafast

Fuair John Joe Ó Domhnaill (John Joe Eoghain) as Rann na Feirste agus Leeds bás i Leeds ar an 21ú Meitheamh.

Ar shlua na bhfírean roimhe tá a áthair Paddy Chit agus a mháthair Kittie Eoghain. Maireann a phairtnéir Carol Cockill, a mhac Sean, a dheartháir Owenie, a dheirfiúracha Sarah agus Caitie, deartháireacha céile Vincent agus Johnny Den, neachtanna AnnMarie, Caitríona, Rosetta agus Sarah Jane agus gaolta eile.

Dhéanfar é a fhaire sa bhaile i Rann na Feirste , Dé Sathairn ón 11 a chlog ar maidin. Déarfar an paidrín ag a 8 a chlog.

Curfar é i Reilig úr Anagaire, Dé Domhnaigh 7ú Iúil , i ndiaidh Aifreann Tórraimh ag a 1 a chlog i dTeach Pobail Mhuire Réalt na Mara, Anagaire.

The death has taken place in Leeds of John Joe O' Donnell of Ranafast and Leeds.

Predeceased by his parents Paddy Chit and Kittie Eoghain, he is sadly missed by his partner Carol Cockill, son Sean, brother Owenie, sisters Sarah and Caitie, brothers-in-law Vincent and Johnny Den, nieces AnnMarie, Caitríona, Rosetta and Sarah Jane and extended family and friends.

His remains will repose at his home in Ranafast on Saturday from 11am. Rosary at 8pm.

Funeral Mass will take place on Sunday at 1pm in St Mary's Star of the Sea Church, Annagry, interment afterwards in the New Cemetery, Annagry. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director's Facebook page. https://shorturl.at/ILPXZ

Irene Walls, Rossnowlagh

The death has taken place peacefully at Sligo Hospice, surrounded by her loving family, of Irene Walls, née Montgomery, of Killinangle, Rossnowlagh, F94D2V3

Predeceased by her parents Robert and Veronica Montgomery and her sister, Sr Teresia Montgomery; devoted wife ot Michael and loving mother to Stephen (Dearbhla), Michael (Doreen), Veronica (Danny), Tra (Stuart) and Robert (Aisling); sadly missed by her four grandchildren.

Her remains are reposing at her late residence, Killinangle, Rossnowlagh F94D2V3 on Thursday from 3pm until 9pm and Friday from 3pm until 9pm.

Funeral Mass on Saturday at 11am in St Brigid's Church, Ballintra, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Mass may viewed online at www.churchservices.tv/ballintra

Mary Gallagher (née Mc Intyre) Fanad

The death has occurred of Mary Gallagher, née Mc Intyre, Rossnakill Post Office, Rossnakill, Fanad. She passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her husband John, deeply regretted by her children Paul (County Clare), Bridget (County Kerry), Shaun (Rossnakill) and Teresa (Rossnakill), her brothers Ignatius (Carrablagh), Danny (London), Thomas (Wales), her sisters Josephine Grainger (England), Eileen Woods (Canada) and Ann (England). Sadly missed by her adored grandchildren, her extended family, neighbours and many friends. Rosary both nights of the wake at 9pm.

Mary's remains will repose at her late residence from 6pm on Thursday. Removal from there on Saturday, at 12.30pm going to St Columba's Church, Massmount for 1pm Requiem Mass. Burial will take place afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.  The Requiem Mass will be streamed live on the Mc Ateer Funeral Directors Facebook page.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Fanad Day Care Centre c/o any family member or Mc Ateer Funeral Directors.

Frances Milling, Westmeath, Antrim and Convoy

The death has occurred of Frances Milling, née Ashe, Whitebeam Avenue, Clonbrusk, Athlone, County Westmeath and formerly of Convoy and Jordanstown, County Antrim. She passed away peacefully on Wednesday in the wonderful care of the nurses and staff of Thomond Lodge Nursing Home, Ballymahon.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Hugo, son Hugh and her brothers Sam and George; sadly missed by her loving daughter Karen (McGann), son Craig, sister Jen (Morrison), son-in-law Gabriel, daughter-in-law Tina, grandchildren Kate, Conor, Mark, Meadhbh, Jamie and Kieran, great-grandchildren Lochlan and Finn, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends. 

Her remains are reposing at Flynn's Funeral Home, The Strand (N37 WY17) on Friday evening from 4pm until 6pm.

Funeral Service will take place in St Mary's Church of Ireland, Church Street (N37 CK27) on Saturday at 11am followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan (H12 RF78) at 4.30pm.

Family flowers only, donations if desired in lieu to St.Hilda's, Athlone.

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