Death notices for Donegal - Sunday morning, February 16

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The following deaths have taken place:

- Hugh Walsh, Stranorlar

- Nigel Lloyd, Dunkineely

- Gerry McLaughlin, Malin

- Blake Joseph Marston, Convoy

- John (Johnny) Gallagher, Ballyshannon

- Tracy Byrne, Glencolmcille and Dublin

- Mary Furey, Ardara

- Charles McDaid, Culdaff

- Anne Marie McLaughlin Glengad

- Bridget Gallagher, Glenties

Hugh Walsh, Stranorlar

The death has occurred at his late residence of Hugh Walsh, 4 Chapel Street, Stranorlar.

Beloved husband of the late Margaret, who died on February 8 2025, much loved father to Kathleen (Iggy), Angela (Wayne), Bridgeen, dearly loved brother of Eileen, and the late Jim, Johnny, Emily, Margaret and Mary. Deeply regretted and lovingly remembered by his, daughters, sister, sisters in law, sons in law, grandchildren Keavy, Ryan, Brodie and Mark, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends

Reposing at Mc Cools Chapel of Rest, Ballybofey on Sunday, February 16 and Monday, February 17 from 6pm to 9pm. Funeral leaving from there on Tuesday, February 18 at 10.30am for Requiem Mass in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar at 11am. Interment in Stranorlar cemetery. The Requiem Mass will be streamed live via the parish webcam. 

Family time on the morning of the funeral please. The house is private.

Nigel Lloyd, Dunkineely

The death has occurred of Nigel Lloyd, Casheltown, Dunkineely, Co Donegal, F94 X625, and Oadby, Leicester, England.

He passed away peacefully at the North West Hospice, Sligo on February 14.

Nigel will be sadly missed by his broken-hearted partner Kim Pereira, parents Angela and Roy Lloyd, sister Lindsay, brother John, extended family, neighbours and his many friends in Ireland and UK.

Funeral arrangements to follow.

Gerry McLaughlin, Malin

The sudden death has taken place at his home of Gerry McLaughlin (Shanee), Camata, Culkeeny, Malin.

Sadly missed by his father, Jimmy, beloved husband of Margaret and much-loved father of Amie, deeply regretted by Amie’s partner, Gavin.

Loving grandfather of Emma and Megan, deeply regretted by his sisters, extended family, friends and neighbours.

There is no wake at the request of the deceased. A service of celebration of Gerry’s life will take place on Monday, February 17 at 4:30pm at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan, followed by cremation.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Irish Heart Foundation c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors.

Blake Joseph Marston, Convoy

The sudden passing of Blake Joseph Marston, 26 Beechwood Park, Convoy (F93PT66).

Much-loved son of Anne Corcoran and brother of Tarrah Sharma. He will be sadly missed by his aunts Catriona, Josephine and Jane also his uncle John, cousins and the wider family circle.

His remains will repose at his home from 5pm to 10pm pn Saturday, February 15 and from 12 noon to 10pm on Sunday,  February 16 . Rosary each night at 9pm.

Funeral leaving from his home on Monday February 17 at 11.30am going to St Mary’s Church Convoy for 12noon Requiem Mass followed by burial in the new graveyard.

Family time please on the morning of the funeral and family flowers only.

John (Johnny) Gallagher, Ballyshannon

The death has occurred of John (Johnny) Gallagher, Higginstown, Ballyshannon, F94HP97.

He passed away peacefully in his residence surrounded by his caring family. Pre-deceased by his mother Elizabeth, father Joseph, sisters Moira and Patsy, granddaughter Shannon and grandson Cormac.

Beloved husband of Anna, devoted father to Gerard, Paul, Siobhán and Sinéad. Adoring grandfather of Sorcha, Patrick, Eoin, Shannon, Conor, Alana, Dermot, Evelyn, Aoife, Cormac, Dáire, Dearbhaile, Meara, Orlaith, John Raymond and Donnacha. Great grandfather of Rowan. Deeply regretted by his daughter-in-law Olivia, son-in-law Aaron, his sisters Teresa and Margaret, nieces and nephews.

Reposing at his late residence on Saturday, February 15 from 3pm to 7pm and on Sunday from 2pm to 8pm.

Funeral arrangements to be announced later. All enquires can be made to Patrick McKenna Funeral Directors, Ballyshannon on 087 2485819.

A shuttle bus shall be in operation from St Joseph’s Church, The Rock to the wake house during wake times. House private at all other times.

Tracy Byrne, Glencolmcille and Dublin

The death has occurred of Tracy Byrne, Cashel, Glencolmcille and Clonee, Dublin.

She passed away on February 14 peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown.

Will be sadly missed by her husband Phil Noble, her mother Maire, sister Claire (Georgi), brother Terence, nephew and godson Oisín (Siobhán), parents in law Damo and Marie, sister in laws Lorraine (Jim), Leanne (Darren) and brother-in-law Keith (Sarah), niece Brooke, nephews Ethan, Aaron, Nathan, Oisín, Harry and Bobby, her extended family and friends. Predeceased by her father Michael (Mickey Christy).

Reposing at St Francis Hospice Blanchardstown, Saturday, February 15 from 4pm to 6pm.

Removal from St Francis Hospice, Sunday, February 16 at 12 noon for arrival at her family home in Glencolmcille for 5pm.

Funeral Mass on Monday, February 17 at 11am in St Columbas Church, Cashel, Glencolmcille followed by private cremation service in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Family home strictly private at all times. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown c/o Michael L Byrne Funeral Director or any family member.

The Funeral Mass will be streamlined live here.

Mary Furey, Ardara

The death has taken place of Mary Furey, Shasknagreena, Ardara, F94FP60.

Sadly missed by her loving husband Liam, children Billy (Ann), Connell, Lisa, Michael, Brenda (Reggie), Mena (John) and all her beloved grandchildren.

Remains reposing at McCabe’s Funeral, Ardara (F94VCk1) on Friday, February 14 from 5pm to 9pm followed by private removal to her late residence.

Funeral from there on Sunday, February 16 at 10:15am going to the Church of the Holy Family, Ardara for funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private to family and friends only.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Donegal Hospice c/o any family member.

Charles McDaid, Culdaff

The death has taken place at Carndonagh Community Hospital of Charles McDaid (Neshie Ned), Millhouse, Templemoyle, Culdaff. 

Predeceased by his son Mark, sister Rosemarion and brother Patrick, brothers-in-law Michael Dinney and James Douglas.

Beloved husband of Bernie and much-loved father of Adrian, Aislinn (Steven), Gary, Catriona (Joey) and Declan (Michelle).

A devoted and cherished grandfather to his 19 grandchildren and seven step-grandchildren.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his daughter-in-law Katie, sisters Maureen and Breege, nieces and nephews, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.

Neshie’s remains are now reposing at his home, where you are all welcome to pay your respects.

Funeral from there on Monday, February 17 at 9.30am for 10am Funeral Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Aughaclay followed by Interment in Lagg Cemetery. Family time from 10pm to 11am.

Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to The Inishowen Hospice, Carndonagh Community Hospital C/O and family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director.

Anne Marie McLaughlin Glengad

The sudden death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Anne Marie McLaughlin (Crua), 2 Ballymena Cottages, Glengad (F93 P2E9).

Predeceased by her father Pat and her brother Martin. Beloved daughter of Kathleen and much-loved mother of Ollie.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her brothers Stephen (Mary) and John Gerard (Sinead), her niece Maya, her nephew Ross, aunties and uncles, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.

AnneMarie’s remains will leave Eamonn McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, Station Road, Carndonagh (F93 E4FN) on Friday, February 14 at 4pm going to her home.

Funeral from there on Sunday, February 16 at 9.40am for 10.30am funeral Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Aughaclay followed by interment in the adjoining graveyard.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Letterkenny University Hospital C/O any family member or Eamonn McLaughlin Funeral Director.

Bridget Gallagher, Glenties

The peaceful death has taken place at her residence of Bridget Gallagher, Altar, Glenties.

Sadly missed by her loving husband Eddie, son John, daughter-in-law Kathleen, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and sister Mary. Predeceased by her sister Kathleen.

Bridget’s remains will repose at her residence on Friday, February  14 and Saturday 15 from 11am until 9pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral.

Funeral mass on Sunday at 2pm in St Connell’s Church, Glenties with burial afterwards in the local cemetery. Funeral mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/glenties.

If you have a death or an obituary you wish to have included on Donegal Live, Letterkenny Live or Inish Live, e-mail [email protected].

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