The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: 

Kate Doris, Antrim and Glenties

Anna Clafferty, Clonmany

Evelyn Byrne, Meath and Glencolmcille

Mervyn Brown, Letterkenny

Bríd Boyle, Mullaghduff

Leo Bonner, Belcruit/Doochary

Rosemary O’Donnell, Letterkenny

Sheila Muldoon, Tyrone and Donegal

Joe (Josie) McGee, Creeslough

Philomena McFadden, Falcarragh and Sligo

Tim McCafferty, Fermanagh and Ballyshannon

Annette Kelly, Letterkenny

Samuel Hunter, Lifford

Dolores Devenney, Letterkenny and Laghey

Paul McHugh, Convoy

Anne Reardon, Clonmany, Tipperary and Dublin

Eileen Clancy, Donegal and Dublin

Bridie Dawson, Donegal/Perrystown/Wexford

Kate Doris, Antrim and Glenties

The death has occurred of Kate Doris (née Kennedy), Ballycastle, Co Antrim and formerly Gortnasillagh, Glenties.

Ms Doris, who was a retired nurse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27.

Predeceased by her husband Connie Doris (cloughwally), brothers Daniel, Peter, Tim, Neil, Josie, sisters Bridget, Nora, Ann and baby Annie.

Deeply regretted by her loving daughter Sue, son-in-law Barry , grandchildren Daniel and Laura Morgan and brother Pat Kennedy, Gortnasillagh, Glenties.

Kate’s remains will arrive to St. Connell’s Church Glenties on Friday, November 29 at approximately 6pm to repose overnight.

Funeral Mass on Saturday morning at 11am with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.churchservices.tv/glenties

Anna Clafferty, Clonmany

The death has occurred of Anna Clafferty (née O’Donnell), Cleagh, Clonmany.

Ms Clafferty passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, November 27.

Predeceased by her loving husband Neil and much loved mother of Patrick, Hugh, Anastasia and Mary.
Ms Clafferty will be sorely missed by her brother Charlie and her sisters Nellie and Stasia.

Deeply regretted by her grandchildren George, Daniel and Angelo, her daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, extended family, friends and neighbours.
Her remains will be reposing at her home.

Removal from there on Saturday at 1pm to St. Mary’s Church, Clonmany for 1.30pm Requiem Mass followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Requiem Mass can be viewed live on https://www.churchservices.tv/clonmany

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to St. Mary’s Church, Clonmany, C/O any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors.

Family time please from 10pm to 11am.

Evelyn Byrne, Meath and Glencolmcille

The death has occurred of Evelyn Byrne (née Lynch), Slane, Meath and formerly of Glencolmcille.

Ms Byrne passed away on Wednesday, November 27.

Predeceased by her husband Michael and her twin brother Michael, Evelyn will be dearly missed by her son Stephen, daughter-in-law Síobhan, grandchildren Cillian and Kelly, sister Dympna, brother Brendan, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, friends in Slane and friends/relatives in Co Donegal.

Funeral Mass on Saturday morning at 11.30am in St. Patrick’s Church, Slane which can be viewed live on the Webstream Link below.

Burial afterwards in St. Erc’s cemetery.

The family would like to thank the kind staff of Brymore House, Howth where Evelyn spent the last two years.

Family Flowers only, donations if desired to St. Francis Hospice, Raheny. https://www.sfh.ie/donate/

Mervyn Brown, Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Mervyn Brown, “Lugano”, Bogay, Letterkenny formerly Glenageary, Dublin and Donegal Town.
Mr Brown passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital on Wednesday, November 27.

Dearly loved husband and best friend of Joan (née Gill) formerly Dalkey, Co Dublin.

Mr Brown will be sadly missed by his family, many friends and neighbours.

Reposing at the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny (F92 XE35) from 3.30pm to 5.30pm on Saturday, November 30, concluding with removal to St. Paul’s Church Ramelton (F92 VW22) for Reception at 6pm, reposing overnight for Service of Thanksgiving at 2pm on Sunday 1st December followed by private cremation.

At Mervyn’s request, mourners are asked to wear bright colours.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if wished to the Lough Swilly Lifeboat Station, Buncrana (R.N.L.I.) c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.

Bríd Boyle, Mullaghduff

The death has occurred of Bríd Boyle, Mullaghduff, Kincasslagh.

Ms Boyle, who was 94-years-old, passed away peacefully in Letterkenny University Hospital on Thursday, November 28.

Her remains will repose in McGlynns Funeral Home, Dungloe today, Friday from 4pm to Rosary at 8pm.

Wake at her home in Mullaghduff (F94 E5C6) on Saturday from 11am, Rosary at 8pm.

Funeral Mass on Sunday at 1pm in Star of the Sea Church, Annagry with burial afterwards in the new graveyard.

House private from 9pm Saturday and on the morning of the funeral.

Survived by her son Charlie (Yank), Mullaghduff and daughter Sheila, Derrybeg and her many grandchildren. Pre-deceased by her husband Sean and son John, as well as her brother Hughie and sisters Peggy, Kitty and Sadie.

Leo Bonner, Belcruit/Doochary

The death has occurred of Leo Bonner, Belcruit/Doochary.

Mr Bonner passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 28.

He is predeceased by his mother Bella and father Leo.

His remains will repose in Mc Glynns Funeral Home Dungloe on Saturday, November 30 from 4pm until Rosary at 8pm.

Removal on Sunday morning at 09.30am for funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church Kincasslagh at 10am followed by burial in Belcruit cemetery.

Rosemary O’Donnell, Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Rosemary O’Donnell (née Woods), 21 Dr Mc Ginley Road, Letterkenny.

Ms O’Donnell passed away in Larissa Lodge, surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 26.

Predeceased by her loving husband James, brother Brendan and sister Breedge.

She will be forever missed by her son’s Daniel, Brendan(Kylie), Christopher, Micheal, daughter AnneMarie(Ralph), grandchildren Kerry, Chloe, Dylan, Lucy, Cayden and Sienna.

Funeral Mass at 11am on Friday, November 29, in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny with burial afterwards in the family plot in Conwal Cemetery.

Family time on the morning of the funeral please.

Family flowers only with donations in lieu, if desired, to the Donegal Hospice Letterkenny c/o any family member or Con Mc Daid Funeral Directors.

Sheila Muldoon, Tyrone and Donegal

The death has occurred of Sheila Muldoon, Gortin, Tyrone and formerly of Donegal.

Ms Muldoon passed away peacefully at Melmount Manor on Wednesday, November 27.

Beloved wife of the late Sean and devoted mother of Brian (Imelda), Gerry (Ann), Peter (Sue), Jojo (Bruce), Conor (Stephanie), Declan (Sarita) and the late Anne (Tommy).

Dear sister of Anne and the late Joseph and twins Philip and Noel who died in infancy.

Ms Muldoon’s remains will repose at her late residence, 7 Culvacullion Road Gortin BT79 8NJ on Friday and Saturday from 12 noon until 10pm.

Funeral from there on Sunday, December 1 at 11.15am going to St Patrick’s Church Gortin for 12 noon Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sorrowing sons, daughter, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren and entire family circle.

Joe (Josie) McGee, Creeslough

The death has occurred of Joe (Josie) McGee, Massinass, Creeslough.

Mr McGee passed away on Tuesday, November 26.

Beloved wife, children Darren, Charlene, Oran, Keelan and Aoibhean, grandchildren, Lara and Luan, Sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

His remains will be reposing at his home (F92 E6F5), today, Friday, November 29, from 11 am to 10 pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral, please.

Funeral Mass in St Michael’s Church, Creeslough, on Saturday, November 30, at 12 pm with burial afterwards in Doe Graveyard.

Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital, c/o any family member or James Harkin, Funeral Director.

Philomena McFadden, Falcarragh and Sligo

The death has occurred of Philomena McFadden, Newtown, Falcarragh and formerly of Tubbercurry, Sligo.

Ms McFadden passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in ICU, Letterkenny University Hospital on Tuesday, November 26 surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved wife of Tony and devoted mother of Fiona, Paul and Emma.

Sadly missed by her son-in-law Dave and grandchildren Aoife, Finn and Keela. Devoted sister to Patsy (RIP), James, Anna and Micheal.

Much loved auntie, sister-in-law and lifelong friend to Avis, Margaret MacDonald, Maureen McGee.

She will leave behind a huge void and will always be in our loving memories, and forever in our hearts.

Funeral will take place at Teach Phobail Naomh Fionán, Falcarragh Church F92 N6Y9, on Friday, November 29 at 1pm.

Family time private the morning of the funeral.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.mcn.live/Camera/falcarragh-parish-church OR can be listened on ParishRadio@106.5FM

Tim McCafferty, Fermanagh and Ballyshannon

The death has occurred of Tim McCafferty, 616 Loughshore Road, Corry, Bellek, Fermanagh and formerly of Ballyshannon.

Mr McCafferty passed away at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham surrounded by his loving family on Monday, November 18.

His remains will be reposing at 616 Loughshore Rd. Corry, Belleek, Co Fermanagh BT93 3DE.

House private to family and friends.

Remains will arrive in St. Patrick’s Church, Ballyshannon, on Saturday for 11am Funeral Mass followed by interment in the Abbey Cemetery, Ballyshannon.

In the interests of safety no parking at the McCafferty house please; park and ride available from the Jolly Farmers car park. Family flowers only please.

Deeply loved and sadly missed by his wife Marie, children Una (John), Gloria (Christopher), Gemma (Martin), Timothy (Laura), Ursula (Anthony), Matthew (Nessa); grandchildren Darragh, Jack, Mischa, Bronagh, Conor, Matthew, James, Sarah, Eoin, Ruairi, Cormac, Emmett, Aoife and is predeceased by baby Jonathan. Tim is also deeply regretted by his brothers Sean, Michael, Jim and Harry.

Annette Kelly, Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Annette Kelly, 13 Knocknamona Park, Letterkenny.

Ms Kelly passed away after a short illness in the Beacon Hospital in Dublin on November 27.

Beloved wife of Dessie Kelly (June 2024), much loved mother of Mary (Gerard Forde), Elaine (Julian Maguire), Linda (Brendan Doherty), Yvonne MacBride, Frankie and Jen, Damien and Eimer, Antoinette (John Clifford).

Predeceased by her grandson Liam (Boston U.S.A.), son-in-law Danny MacBride and her sister Breid Duffy.

Reposing at her late residence on Friday, November 29 from 11am to 9pm, concluding with Rosary at 9 pm.

Funeral from there on Saturday, November 30, going to St Eunan’s Cathedral for 11am Requiem Mass, which can be viewed at www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny, followed by private cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Family time please on the morning of funeral.

Family flowers only please.

Samuel Hunter, Lifford

The death has occurred of Samuel Hunter, Murlog, Lifford and formerly of Cranford.

Mr Hunter passed away as a result of a road traffic collision on Tuesday, November 26.

Funeral leaving from his home on Friday, November 29 at 12.30pm for 1pm funeral service in Ballindrait Presbyterian Church with burial afterwards in the family plot in Milford Presbyterian church graveyard.

House private, family, friends and neighbours welcome.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers to Intensive Care Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member or Terence Mc Clintock, Funeral Director.

He will be deeply missed and forever loved by his wife Dolores, sisters Ila and Evelyn, sisters and brothers in law, nephews, nieces, cousins and wider family circle.

Dolores Devenney, Letterkenny and Laghey

The death has occurred of Dolores Devenney, 28 Fernhill, Letterkenny and Laghey.

Ms Devenney, who is a former nurse at Letterkenny University Hospital, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 27.

Pre deceased by her mother Evelyn and father Bernard.

Sadly missed by her sisters, Margaret (Bullen), Nuala (Lowther), Edel (McNeely), and her brothers Brian and Thomas, brothers-in-law John (Bullen) and Bernard (McNeely), her cousin Maura (Tunney), nieces Samantha (Lowther and family) and Rhiannon (McNeely).

Her remains will Repose at Tir Connell funeral home, Drumrooske, Donegal Town, F94FX3A on Sunday afternoon, December 1 from 1 pm to 4.15 pm following by removing to St Brigid’s Church, Ballintra for 5 pm to repose overnight.

Requiem Mass on Monday morning, December 2 at 11 am.

Followed by private cremation.

Paul McHugh, Convoy

The death has occurred of Paul McHugh, 1 Carraig Court, Convoy.

Mr McHugh passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital on Tuesday, November 26.

Predeceased by his father Colm, mother Vera and brother Columba.

Paul will be sadly missed by his loving wife Debbie, daughters Ciara (Mark), Megan (Richard), son Niall and grandson Caomhàn.

Much loved brother of Gerard (Violet), Ann (Danny), Maresa (Dermot) and sister in law Melanie (Gary).

Funeral from there on Friday, November 29 at 10.30am for 11am requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church Convoy with burial afterwards in the family plot in the Old graveyard.

Family flowers only.

Anne Reardon, Clonmany, Tipperary and Dublin

The death has taken place of Anne Reardon (née Lynch) Ballycrehane, Aherlow, Tipperary / Glasnevin, Dublin / Clonmany, Donegal.

Anne passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family and her devoted twin sister at Cluain Arann Community Nursing Home, Tipperary.

Beloved wife of Liam (William) and much loved mother of John, Declan, Billy and Evelyn.

Sadly missed by her loving family, sisters Bríd, Mary, Catherine and Antoinette, grandchildren Micheál, Clíona, Evan, Eoin, Nia, Kate, Max, Cara, Daniel, Muireann, Isla, Hannah, Meadhbh and William, sister-in-law Helen (Healy), brothers-in-law Michael and Lou (Reardon), Michael (Grehan), Jim (Brady) and Hugh (Durnin), nephew Cormac, niece Sinéad, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, relatives, neighbours, and a large circle of wonderful friends.

Lying in repose in our Chapel of Peace at Fraser’s Funeral Home, Galbally, Co Limerick E34 AE22 on Friday, November 29, from 6 to 8pm followed by Evening Prayers. Reception on Saturday, November 30, into Church of the Sacred Heart, Lisvernane, Glen of Aherlow, Co. Tipperary for Requiem Mass at 11am after which Anne will be laid to rest in the Church grounds.

Anne’s Mass will be live-streamed on:

https://sites.google.com/view/life-is-a-river/home

Eileen Clancy, Donegal and Dublin

The death has taken place of Eileen Clancy (née Cullen), Coolock and formerly of Donegal. She died peacefully surrounded by her loving family and in the wonderful care of the staff at Beaumont Hospital.

Beloved wife of the late Patrick (Paddy) and loving mother of Kevin, Rachel, Mark, Stephen and Tanya.

Very sadly missed by her sons and daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren Chloe, Andrew, Cillian, Dani, Darci, Cúan, brothers Pat, Christopher and sister Dorothy, sister-in-law Theresa, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.

Reposing at Jennings Funeral Home, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock on Friday, November 29 from 2pm to 4pm.

Removal on Saturday morning to the Church of St. Joseph the Artisan, Greencastle Road, Bonnybrook arriving for Funeral Mass at 10am followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium at 12.30pm.

Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Dementia Ireland.

The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Saturday morning.

Bridie Dawson, Donegal/Perrystown/Wexford

The death has occurred of Bridie Dawson (née Dodd), Donegal and formerly of Perrystown, Dublin and Cahore, Wexford.

Ms Dawson passed away on Sunday, November 24.

Bri passed over to join Dermot and Rhona.

She will be missed by her daughter Carol (Carbin), grandson Gav, son-in-law Chris, sisters Martha, Margaret and Kay, sisters-in-law Marie and Maura, brother-in-law Tony, nephews, nieces and friends.

She will specially be missed by Brendan, who has looked after Bri since Rhona passed and her carers, particularly Caroline.

Requiem Mass on Friday, November 29 in the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock arriving at 9.45am.

Funeral immediately afterwards to St. Michael’s Cremation Services Chapel within Patrick O’Donovan & Son Funeral Home, Sallynoggin A96 PW73 arriving for 11.30am Cremation Service.

To view the Mass live click on this link https://www.churchservices.tv/foxrock

To view the Cremation Service live click on this link https://churchcamlive.ie/odonovan