The following deaths have taken place in Donegal:
Charlie McDevitt, Kilcar
Anne Kinsella, Killybegs
Jimmy Friel, Churchill
Robert John Roulston, Newtowncunningham
Patrick Morgan, Creeslough
Noel Gallagher, Edeninfagh
Joseph (Joe) Craig, Donegal Town
Phil Bán Boyle, Letterkenny
Alan Jordan, Inver
Gloria Breslin, Derry and Letterkenny
Charlie McDevitt, Kilcar
The death has occurred of Charlie McDevitt, Churhtown, Kilcar.
Mr McDevitt passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25.
He will be sadly missed by the Mc Devitt, Quinn and Byrne families, along with his neighbours and many close friends.
Removal from his home on Thursday evening to arrive at St. Cartha’s Church Kilcar (F94 H2Y5) for 7pm.
Funeral Mass on Friday morning at 11am with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.
Anne Kinsella, Killybegs
The death has occurred of Anne Kinsella, Church Road, Killybegs.
Ms Kinsella passed away on Wednesday, February 26.
Predeceased by her husband Denis (Dinny) and her son Denis.
Sadly missed by her sons James and Paul, daughter in law Claire, Ryan, Tiárnan, Grace and the Egan Family.
Reposing at McBrearty’s Funeral Home on Thursday, February 27 from 2pm to 5pm followed by removal to St Mary of the Visitation Church Killybegs, for rosary at 6pm.
Funeral Mass at 11am on Friday, February 28 with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.
Jimmy Friel, Churchill
The death has occurred of Jimmy Friel, Lossett, Churchill.
Mr Friel passed away peacefully in the caring hands of the staff in the Donegal Hospice surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, February 26.
Predeceased by parents James and Mary Friel, baby sister Rose, sister Breege, brothers Barney, Pat, Dan and infant son James.
Survived by devoted wife Annamarie, son Martin and wife Orna, daughter Maryanne and husband Des.
Fondly remembered by grandchildren James, Seàn, Patrick, Saoirse, Eilìs and Ailbhe, sister Mary, brothers Frank and Hughie, nieces, nephews extended family, friends and neighbours.
Jimmy’s remains will repose at his late residence today Thursday and tomorrow Friday, February 27 and February 28 from 11am to 10pm.
Funeral from there on Saturday morning for requiem Mass in St Colmcille’s Church, Glendowan at 11am, followed by interment in Gartan cemetery.
Family time on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Donegal Hospice care of any family member or Charlie McClafferty Funeral Directors.
Robert John Roulston, Newtowncunningham
The death has occurred of Robert John Roulston, Moneymore Little, Newtowncunningham.
Mr Roulston passed away suddenly as a result of a farm accident on Monday, February 24.
Predeceased by his father Alan. Cherished son of Florence.
Much loved husband of Susan, and father of Louise (Daniel), Helen and Emily, devoted grandfather of baby William.
John will be deeply missed by his brothers Keith (Patricia), George (Jayne), sisters Valerie (Colin), Alison (Wesley), Sylvia (John), nieces, nephews, his wider family circle neighbours and many friends.
His remains will repose at his home from 12pm today, Thursday, February 27.
Funeral leaving from his home on Friday 28 at 12.30pm for 1pm Service of Thanksgiving in Newtowncunningham Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard.
Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, to Irish Heart Foundation care of Terence McClintock Funeral Director.
One way system in operation, entry from the Galdonagh road.
Patrick Morgan, Creeslough
The death has occurred of Patrick Morgan, 50 Massinass Cottage, Creeslough.
Mr Morgan passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 25.
Sorely missed by his sister Bernadette and her husband Neily.
Deeply missed by all his nieces and nephews, Kellie, Lucinda, Darren and Neil, along with their partners, great nieces and nephews.
His immediate family in Longford, neighbours and friends.
His remains will be reposing at his late residence.
Funeral Mass in St. Michael’s Church, Creeslough on Friday, February 28 at 11 am, burial afterwards in Doe Cemetery.
Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/Camera/st-michaels-church
Family time please from 10pm to 11am and on the morning of the funeral.
Noel Gallagher, Edeninfagh
The death has occurred of Noel Gallagher, Knockletragh, Edeninfagh, Glenties.
Pre-deceased by his parents, Margaret and Charles and his brother in law Eugene McGuire. Remembered with love by his family, brothers, Gerard, (Knockletragh), Peter (Eileen), Farranfore, Co. Kerry, sisters Mary, Surrey, U.K., Carmel (Hugh), Belturbet, Co. Cavan, Kathleen (Thomas). Ballintrillick, Co. Sligo, and Teresa (James), Carraroe, Co. Sligo, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Funeral Mass at 11 am on Thursday, February 27 in The Church of The Holy Family, Edeninfagh, Glenties, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Joseph (Joe) Craig, Donegal Town
The death has occurred of Joseph (Joe) Craig, St Joseph’s Avenue, Donegal Town and formerly of Cranny, Inver.
Mr Craig passed away peacefully in the exceptional care of Aras Mhic Suibhne Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, February 24.
Pre-deceased by his parents Joseph and Annie, sisters Julie and Mary.
Will be forever loved and sadly missed by his loving wife Noelle, daughters Joanne and Lisa, sons-in-law Andrew and Johnny and 4 grandchildren Odhrán, Conor, Fionn and Anna, brother Sean (Teresa), sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law of the Crawford family, nieces and nephews.
Removal from Tir Connell Funeral Home, Drumrooske, Donegal Town on Thursday at 1:30pm to arrive at 2pm at St. Agatha’s Church, Clar for Requiem Mass with interment in the new cemetery.
Family Flowers only, donations in lieu of the patients comfort fund care of John McGowan Funeral Director
Phil Bán Boyle, Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Phil Bán Boyle, Letterkenny and formerly Arranmore Island.
Mr Boyle passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the excellent care of the Donegal Hospice on Monday, February 24.
Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Phil leaves behind a large and loving family, including his wife Norah, children, Grace (deceased) John (Tara Court) Maire (Conwal), Claire (Guy) Brook Court, Yvonne (Ronan) Killyclug, Phil (Denise) Newmills, Thomas (Marina) Arranmore Island and his twelve grandchildren.
Phil was a cherished friend to many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Funeral from there on Thursday, February 27, going to the Church of the Irish Martyrs, Ballyraine, Letterkenny (F92 PN81)) for 1pm Requiem Mass, which can be viewed online at https://www.youtube.com/@churchoftheirishmartyrs4657 followed by burial in Conwal Cemetery.
Family time please on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if wished to the Donegal Hospice and the Alzheimer’ s Society c/o Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, Stoney Arch, New Line Road, Letterkenny.
Alan Jordan, Inver
The death has occurred of Alan Jordan, London and formerly of Keelogs, Inver.
Mr Jordan passed away on Monday, February 24.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his daughter Kelly (Derek), his son Gavin, his wife Rita, and his grandchildren Alix, Maiya, Harry, and Jay, his sisters Eileen (Johnny), Kitty (Jimmy RIP), Rose (Patsy), Mary (Bernie), Patricia (Gerry), Eilish (Martin), Teresa (Dave), and his brothers John (Marion), Christy (Kathleen), Cathal (Geraldine), Paul (Carmel), Noel (Maria), Raymond (Bridgeen), and Michael, his sister-in-law Anna, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Predeceased by his parents Jack and Cassie, and his brother Martin.
Removal on Thursday, February 27, going to St. Naul’s Church, Ardaghey, for 12pm funeral Mass, with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.
A one-way system will be in place at the wake, with entry via Inver Bridge and exit at Ballymacahill, Frosses.
A shuttle bus from Keelogs National School will be available on both days from 5pm until 10pm.
Gloria Breslin, Derry and Letterkenny
The death has occurred of Gloria Breslin (née Sweeney), 35 Troy Park, Culmore Road, Derry and formerly of Letterkenny and Quigley’s Point.
Ms Breslin passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on Saturday, February 22.
Deeply missed by her loving sons Aidan (Valerie) and Cathal (Sabrina), daughters Carla and Leona (Brendan), nine grandchildren, sisters Mary O’Donnell, Kathleen Ponsonby and Margaret Toner (Letterkenny), brothers John, Noel and Eamonn (Ballymaleel), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.
Gloria is predeceased by her husband Liam (2009), brother Georgie and parents Susan and William.
Funeral from there on Thursday, February 27 at 9.30am going to St. Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn, Derry BT48 7QL for 10am Requiem Mass with interment afterwards in the City Cemetery BT48 2LA.
Family time on the morning of the funeral please.
Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to the Foyle Hospice c/o any family member.
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