Deaths in Donegal - Monday evening, January 29

The following deaths have taken place:

- Molly Guy, née Caffrey, Sandyford, Dublin and Lifford

- Kevin Donaghy, Darney, Bruckless

- Benny Porter, Letterkenny Road, Lifford

- John Alcorn, Moyle View, Milford

- Derrick Jager, Greenans, Lough Eske, Donegal PO and formerly London

- Patrick McGarvey (Paddy), Barnes Lower, Termon

- Michael Melly, Cullion, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird and formerly from Fintown

- John Sweeney (John the Chef) of Milford and Lunniagh and originally from Drogheda

- Winifred Mullarkey, Dublin and Bundoran

Molly Guy, née Caffrey, Sandyford, Dublin and Lifford

The death has occurred of Molly Guy, née Caffrey, Sandyford, Dublin and Lifford.

She passed away peacefully at St. Vincent’s University Hospital while surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Joseph and much-loved mother of Hugh.

Sadly missed and remembered by all her family, brothers Tony, Gerard, Brian, Kevin and Patrick, sister Una, brother-in-law John, sister-in-law Mary, daughter-in-law Michelle, nephews, nieces, grandchildren Molly and Darragh, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Molly will repose at JP Ward and Sons Funeral Home, Sandyford Village on Wednesday, January 31, from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Thursday, February 1, to St. Mary’s Church, Sandyford Village arriving for 11am Mass, followed thereafter to Glencullen Cemetery.

Click here at 11am on Thursday to view live streaming of Funeral Mass.

Kevin Donaghy, Darney, Bruckless

The death has occurred of Kevin Donaghy, Darney, Bruckless. 

Sadly missed by his loving wife, Wendy, of 61 years, children Natasha (Alex), Tristan (Anne), Marcus (Anne), Meriel (Bill) and grandchildren, extended family, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Mc Brearty’s Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 30 from 4pm to 6.30pm with removal afterwards to Dublin, body being donated for medical research.

“The dead teach the living.”

 House private please.

A celebration of Kevin’s life will take place in St.John’s Church Killybegs on Friday, February 2 at 12noon.

Benny Porter, Letterkenny Road, Lifford

The death has occurred of Benny Porter, Letterkenny Road, Lifford, F93 Y8NT.

Lovingly missed by his wife Isobel, sons and daughters Brendan, Bernie, Martin, Barry, and Nicola, his 8 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, his brothers Dennis and Hugo and all his extended family and friends.

Benny was predeceased by his parents Sarah and Dennis, sister Molly, brother Jim and baby Sarah.

Benny will be reposing at his late residence in Lifford from 6pm on Monday evening, January 29, for wake and all day tomorrow, Tuesday.

Funeral from his late residence on Wednesday, January 31 at 10.30am going to St Patrick’s Church, Murlog for 11 o’clock Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://clonleighparish.com/webcam-watch-live/

John Alcorn, Moyle View, Milford

The peaceful death has taken place in Letterkenny University Hospital of John Alcorn, Moyle View, Milford.

Reposing at the residence of his son Declan and Kosh Alcorn, Tirhomin, Milford, F92 F857, from 6pm today, Monday, January 29.

Funeral service on Wednesday, January 31, at 2pm in Fannett Presbyterian Church, Kerrykeel.

Burial afterwards in Milford Presbyterian Cemetery.

Funeral service can be viewed on Patrick Sweeney Funeral Directors Facebook Page. 

Derrick Jager, Greenans, Lough Eske, Donegal PO and formerly London

The death has occurred of Derrick Jager, Greenans, Lough Eske, Donegal PO and formerly of London.

He passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home in the loving care of his family.

Predeceased by his loving wife Peggy. He will be deeply missed by his daughter Ann (Patsy) McGlinchey, sons Chris (Marie) and Peter. Much loved by his grandchildren Ciaran, Shane, Kellie, Katie, Finn and his three great grandchildren.

Reposing at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Patsy McGlinchey, Greenans, Lough Eske, F94Yx27 on Monday, January 29 from 4pm to 8pm to family, close friends and neighbours.

House strictly private at all other times, please.

Funeral Mass on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock in St. Mary’s Church, Killymard, Donegal Town F94EA22 with internment afterwards in the local cemetery.

Patrick McGarvey (Paddy), Barnes Lower, Termon

The death has taken place of Patrick McGarvey (Paddy), Barnes Lower, Termon, F92 V598. He passed away peacefully at his late residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by loving wife Winifred (2005).

Deeply regretted by children Catriona, PJ, John, Thomas, Noreen and Sharon. Fondly remembered by brother John and wife Jane, sisters Sheila and Margaret, extended family members, good neighbours and friends.

Patrick’s remains are reposing at his late residence.

Funeral from there on Tuesday, January 30, going to St. Columba’s Church, Termon for Requiem Mass at 11am followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Rosary at 9pm.

Family time from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.

Family Flowers only, please.

Shuttle Bus in operation from the car park at St. Columba’s Church, Termon F92 X4D6 at 6pm on 4pm Monday.

Michael Melly, Cullion, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird and formerly from Fintown

The death has occurred in the Donegal Hospice of Michael Melly, Cullion, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird and formerly from Fintown.

Michael’s remains will be reposing in McGlynn’s funeral home on Monday, January 29 from 3pm with rosary at 8pm.

His remains will be removed to his own house on Tuesday, January 30 in Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird where family and neighbours are welcome.

Funeral Mass on Wednesday, January 31 at 12 noon in St. Bridget’s Church, Leitir Mac a’ Bhaird with internment afterwards in Cill Bhríde cemetery.

House is private on the morning of the Funeral.

John Sweeney (John the Chef) of Milford and Lunniagh, Derrybeg, originally from Drogheda

The sudden death has taken place of John Sweeney (John the Chef) of Milford and Lunniagh, Derrybeg, originally from Drogheda.

Remains reposing at the family home in Lunniagh.

House private this evening, Monday, and on the morning of the funeral to family only.

Wake on Tuesday, January 30 and Wednesday from 11am – 8pm.

Rosary both nights at 8pm.

Funeral Mass on Thursday, February 1 at 11am in St. Mary’s Church, Derrybeg (F92 H289). Interment afterwards in Maghergallon Cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on Kieran Roarty Funeral Director’s Facebook page https://bit.ly/3DoIMm.

Winifred Mullarkey, Dublin and Bundoran

The death has occurred of Winifred Mullarkey, Rathmines, Dublin and Bundoran. Beloved sister of Ann, Edward, Evelyn, Tom, Kathleen and Jim, sister-in-law of David and Holly and aunt of Seán, Clare, Niamh, Mia, Jodie, Anna, Sarah and Eddie.

She will be sadly missed by her loving family, relatives and friends. 

House private please. No flowers. Funeral and Cremation Service will take place on Wednesday afternoon, January 31, at 3:15 pm at the Victorian Chapel at Mount Jerome Crematorium D6W HY98. The service can be viewed here.

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