Deaths in Donegal - Monday morning, January 28

The following deaths have taken place:

- 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

- Peggy Kelly, Strabane and Ballybofey

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 will repose at his late residence from 6pm on Sunday, January 28.

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.

Removal from the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny on Monday, January 29, at 5pm to 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.

Peggy Kelly, Strabane and Ballybofey

The death has taken place at her home of Peggy Kelly (née Sweeney), 3 Gartan Avenue, Strabane and formerly of Ballybofey.

Beloved wife of the late Gerald, much-loved mother of Majella, Roisin and Gerard, dearly loved grandmother of Kellie, Rian, Eoin, Gerry, Ciara, Caolan, Leah, Gerard and Ciabhan, loving great-grandmother of Roísín and Dómhnall and sister of Josephine, Bridie and the late Paddy, Willie, Tom, Nellie, Becky and baby Lawrence. 

Reposing at her home on Saturday, January 27 from 12 noon. Family time please from 11pm to 11am.

Funeral leaving her home on Monday, January 29 at 12.20pm for Requiem Mass in St Mary`s Church, Melmount at 1pm. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, grandchildren, sisters and family circle.

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