Death notices for Donegal - Thursday evening, April 3

The following deaths have taken place:

- John (Eoin) Kelly, Letterkenny and Fintown

- Sean P Gallagher, Ardfarna, Bundoran

- Rose (Rósha) Carr, Glencolmcille

- Frances Boyle, Donegal Town

- John Griffin, Castlefinn

- Charles David Moffitt, Dunfanaghy

John (Eoin) Kelly, Letterkenny and Fintown

The death has occurred of John (Eoin) Kelly, Driminaught, Newmills, Letterkenny, Donegal, F92Y29O and Fintown.

He passed away peacefully at his late residence, surrounded by his family. Predeceased by parents Michael and Mary, brother Manus and sister Kathleen.

Survived by devoted wife Grace, sister Breid Mc Glinchey, brothers-in-law Bernie and Patrick Gibbons, James Browne, sisters in law Marion Gibbons and Ruby Kelly. Fondly remembered by extended family, friends and neighbours.

John's remains will repose at his late residence from 5pm this evening Thursday, April 3. Funeral form there on Saturday, April 5 going to St Columba's Church, Glenswilly for requiem Mass at 11am, followed by interment in Templedouglas Cemetery.

Sean P Gallagher, Bundoran

The death has taken place of Sean P Gallagher, Ardfarna, Bundoran.

He passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in the exceptional care of all at Sligo University Hospital.

Sean will be forever loved and sadly missed by his loving family, his beloved wife Mary, his dear sisters Annette (Billy Boyle, Kilcar), and Maeve (Liam McGrath, Leixlip), brothers-in-law Pat McDonagh (Coolaney) and Willie McDonagh (Ballisodare), niece and nephews Wendy, Warren, Lynn, Katherine and Johnny and all his relatives, great neighbours and great friends.
Predeceased by his parents John Francis and Margaret Gallagher.

Reposing at home, Ardfarna, Bundoran F94TK70 on Thursday, March 3 and Friday, March 4 from 4pm to 8pm on both days. House private to family and close friends at all other times please.

Removal from his home on Saturday, April 5 at 10.20am to arrive at the Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea, Bundoran for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am. Removal afterwards (driving via Newtown Rd, Moy Rd and Drumacrin Rd) to Finner Cemetery, Bundoran for burial service. Sean’s funeral Mass can be viewed live here.

Rose (Rósha) Carr, Glencolmcille

The peaceful death has taken place of Rose Carr (nee Boyle) under the exceptional care of Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny on  April 2, 2025.

Rose will be remembered by her husband Joe, her family Paul (Marian), Brenda, Marcella (Paul), Josie, Vera, Lorraine (Shaun), Maria (Martin) and Damien. Her grandchildren Barry, Kellie, Patrick, Emer, Erin, Fionnuala, Mia, Shea and Rubeyn. Rose is survived by her brother Brendan and sister Beattie.

Remains reposing at McCabe's Funeral Home, Ardara (F94 VCK1) on Wednesday, April 2 from 4pm to 8pm and on Thursday, April 3 from 12pm - 5pm.

Remains reposing at her family on Thursday evening. House Strictly Private. Funeral Mass on Friday, April 4 at 11am at St Columba's Church, Cashel, Glencolmcille with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family Flowers only please with donations in lieu to Donegal Hospice, Letterkenny, C/O Michael L Byrne, Funeral Director or any family member.

Frances Boyle, Donegal Town

The death has taken place of Frances Boyle (nee Martin), Driminin, Barnesmore, Donegal Town.  She passed away peacefully in Áras Mhic Shuibhne Nursing home surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her husband, Michael. Sadly missed by her son Brian(Catriona McMullin) and daughter Noreen (Paul Fiorentini), her grandchildren Gráinne(Eoghan), Éilis, Nóirín, Clara(Russell), Michael(Lauren), Martin & Hanna and great grandchildren, Luca, Nora, Brónagh Frances and extended family.

Frances’s remains will repose at her late residence, F94 D6R3, from 7pm to 9pm tonight, Wednesday April 2nd and from 2pm until 9pm tomorrow Thursday April 3rd.

Removal to St Agatha’s Church, Clar, on Friday, April 4 for funeral Mass at 11am with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

House private please on the morning of the funeral. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Áras Mhic Shuibhne Patients’ Comfort Fund, care of any family member or Faulkner Funeral Directors. Frances’s funeral mass can be viewed live here.

John Griffin, Castlefinn

The death has taken place peacefully at home of John Griffin, Demesne, Ringsend, Castlefin, F93 E9C7.

Beloved husband of the late Barbara, much loved father of Meraid, Marcus, Andrea, Tori and the late Dallas.

Reposing at his late home on Wednesday, April 2 from 2pm.

Private removal to Lynch’s Funeral Home, 50 Castlefinn Road, Castlederg, BT81 7 EE on Thursday, April 3.

Service in the Funeral Home on Saturday, April 5 at a time to be confirmed.

Private cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Co. Cavan.

Very deeply regretted and sadly missed by his entire family circle.

Charles David Moffitt, Dunfanaghy

The death has taken place of Charles David Moffitt of 32 Oak Grove, Dunfanaghy, much loved brother of Marlene Irwin (nee Moffitt). David will be deeply missed by his extended family and friends.

House private, no wake. Funeral Service in St John's Church, Ballymore (F92AE10) on Friday, April 4 at 12.00 noon. Followed by private cremation.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to The Irish Heart Foundation c/o any family member or James Harkin Funeral Director, Creeslough.

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