Death notices for Donegal on Wednesday morning, April 30
The following deaths have taken place:
- Patrick Joseph Brosnan, Quigley’s Point
- Mary B Erskine Taylor, Dunkineely
- Joan Kennedy, Letterkenny
- Richard Hartney, Carrigart
- Alexander Boyd, Ardara
- Tadhg Gallagher, Killybegs
- Christina Peoples, Letterkenny
- James McDaid, Culdaff
- Maeliosa Doherty, Clonmany
Patrick Joseph Brosnan, Quigley’s Point
The sudden death has taken place at his home of Patrick Joseph Brosnan, Meenavenaghan, Quigley’s Point.
Deeply saddened by Patrick’s passing is his loving wife, Aileen. Much-loved son of Mary Rose, and predeceased by his father, Brendan.
Deeply regretted by his nephew Jerred, his stepdaughter Laura, his extended family, friends and neighbours.
His remains will be reposing at his family home, Meenavenaghan, Quigley’s Point, F93T9N7 from 6pm this evening, Wednesday April 30, where all are welcome to pay their respects.
Removal from there on Friday at 10:30am to StColumba’s Church, Drung for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Requiem Mass can be viewed live on st-columbas-drung – MCN. Family flowers only please. Family time please from 9pm to 11am.
Mary B Erskine Taylor, Dunkineely
The death has taken place of Mary B Erskine Taylor, Fuchsia Cottage, Ballycroy, Dunkineely and formerly of Brackey, Ardara.
Forever carried in the hearts of her daughter Kyla, her son Trent and daughter-in-law Sarah, her Sister Christine and her Husband Michael. Brother Peter and his wife Susan. Very sadly missed by nieces and nephews, Grainne, Paul, Keiran, Edward, Nicola and Mark and all her great nephews and nieces, and of course, her constant companion Willow.
Her remains will repose in McCabe's funeral home Ardara (F94VCK1) on Wednesday, April 30 from 5pm to 9pm. Funeral from there on Thursday, May 1 going to the church of the Holy family Ardara for funeral Mass at 12 noon followed by cremation in Lakelands crematorium Cavan at 4pm family time on the morning of the funeral.
Joan Kennedy, Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Joan Kennedy, 55, Ard O’Donnell, Letterkenny, predeceased by her parents Christy and Nan, brother Jim and sisters Maura (London) and Eileen (San Francisco).
Sadly missed by her nieces Jackie, Suzanne, Louise and Helen, nephews Kevin, Rory and Jimmy, Shaun, Kevin, Chris (London) and Kevin (San Francisco), extended family, many friends and neighbours.
Reposing at the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny (F92 XE35) from 5.30pm to 7.30pm on Tuesday, 29th April, where you are most welcome to pay your respects, concluding with removal to St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny for Reception Prayers at 8 pm.
Reposing overnight for 1 pm Requiem Mass on Wednesday, 30th April, which can be viewed live on the link www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny, followed by burial in the family plot in Conwal Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations if wished to Brentwood Manor, Residents Comfort Fund c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.
Richard Hartney, Carrigart
The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Richard (Ricky) Hartney, No. 6 Umlagh, Carrigart.
Removal from Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny, this Tuesday afternoon at 4.00 p.m., going to his late residence.
Funeral from there on Thursday, May 1 going to the Church of St John the Baptist for requiem Mass at 11 am.
Followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. The house is private to family and friends.
Mass can be viewed live on Mevagh Parish Facebook page.
Alexander Boyd, Ardara
The death has taken place peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family and friends of Alexander (Lander) Boyd Stonebrook, Loughros Point, Ardara.
Predeceased by his loving wife Martina and sister Margaret. Sadly missed by his brothers Tom (Imelda), Desmond (Hilda), Alfred (Kathy), nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
His remains will repose at his residence, F94XD95, this evening, Monday, from 9 p.m. and tomorrow, Tuesday.
Funeral service at his home on Wednesday afternoon, April 30 at 2pm, followed by burial in Kilcashel Graveyard.
Lander will be sorely missed by the Boyd and Gallagher families and all his friends and neighbours.
Tadhg Gallagher, Killybegs
The death has occurred of Tadhg Gallagher, Church Road, Killybegs, Co. Donegal and Gallagher Bros (Fish Merchants) Ltd.
He passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital, surrounded by his family.
Predeceased by his parents Jack and Maud, brothers Phelim, Jackie, Michael and Patrick, nephews Jack, Paul, Michael, Barry, Philip and grandchild Maria Anna.
Sadly missed by his beloved wife Sheila and cherished children Susan, Marc and David, son-in-law PJ, daughters-in-law Ailbhe and Evelyn, brothers Frank and Eamon, sisters Mai and Anne, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
A dear grandfather to Michael, Adam, Matthew, Finn, Jake, Liam, Eva, Lily and Maggie.
Remains reposing at his residence on Tuesday, April 29 and Wednesday, April 30 from 12 noon until 8pm. House private at all other times.
Funeral mass on Thursday, May 1 at 11am in St Mary of the Visitation Church Killybegs with burial afterwards in the local cemetary.
Mass will be streamed live at https://mcn.live/Cameras/Player/257404.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association via McBrearty’s Undertakers.
Christina Peoples, Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Christina Peoples, Derryveagh Avenue, Letterkenny.
Deeply regretted by her son Paul (USA), her daughter Mary, grandchildren Calumn, Shannon and Brandon (his partner Savanna) and great-grandchild Kaiden.
Sadly missed by her niece Shiela Wright, grandniece Lisa Wright, great-grandniece Harper her extended family, neighbours and many friend.
Christina’s remains will arrive at St Eunan’s Cathedral at 6pm on Tuesday, April 29 to repose overnight.
Requiem Mass will be held at 11am on Wednesday, April 30 followed by burial in Conwal Cemetery.
The Requiem can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny.
James McDaid, Culdaff
The peaceful death has taken place at Carndonagh Community Hospital of James McDaid, Redford, Culdaff.
Predeceased by his sister Mary Bennett. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his sisters Eileen, Hannah, Kathleen, Margaret and Elizabeth, nieces and nephews, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.
James’s remains will leave Eamonn McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, Station Road, Carndonagh F93 E4FN on Monday, April 28 at 6pm going to the home of his niece Mary and Gearld Dixon, Gortin, Ballyloskey, Carndonagh F93 N139. Family time from 10pm until 11am.
Funeral from there on Wednesday, April 30 at 10.10am for 11am Funeral Mass in St Mary’s Church, Bocan followed by interment in the adjoining graveyard. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.culdaffparish.com.
Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to Haematology/Oncology Ward, Letterkenny University Hospital C/O any family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director.
Maeliosa Doherty, Clonmany
The peaceful death has taken place at his home of Maeliosa Doherty, Terhoran, Clonmany, F93 R6C2 surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved husband of Annabelle, dearly loved Father of Bernard (Gabby), Joseph (Maria), Lucille (Alan) and Maeliosa (Marie). Adored grandfather of Odhran, Dylan, Ryan, Aoibh, Cuan, Saoirse and Oisin.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his heartbroken family, nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.
Reposing at his home, where all are welcome to pay respects.
Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday, April 30 at 10.30am, going to St. Mary’s Church, Clonmany, for requiem Mass at 11am, with burial afterwards in the new cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Letterkenny University Hospital Patients comfort fund, C/o any family member or Comiskey Funeral Directors.
House private please from 9pm till 11am, and on the morning of the funeral. Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/clonmany.
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