Dunlewey fundraiser raises thousands for local charities 

A HUGELY successful concert which was organised by the Roarty family, Dunlewey was held in Ionad Cois Locha, Dunlewey on Monday, August 4.

The family are beyond grateful and delighted to announce that they managed to raise an incredible €36,335.

After expenses of €1,888, a total of €34,447 was split between various charities.

The following three organisations benefitted: €14,200 to the Donegal Hospice, €14,200 to the Donegal Cancer Flights and Services and €6,047 to the Galway Hospice.

Kieran and Kathleen Roarty presenting €14,200 to Mary Coyle for the Dore based Donegal Cancer Flights and Services. Pictured are: Nóirín Uí Dhomhnaill, Jim Chonaill O’Donnell, Mary McFadden, Maureen Calilane, Máire Ferry and Marie Kearney. Photos: Tommy Curran

Kathleen Roarty’s brother Hugh McFadden who was originally from Cnoc Fola lived in Galway since 2003. He was a son of the late Paddy and Máire McFadden.

Hugh passed away following an illness in March of this year leaving behind his wife Edel and his beloved daughters Aileen, Maya and Anna.

He spent some time at the Galway Hospice prior to his passing.

A group of friends and neighbours marked his passing with a ‘Hills4Hugh’ voyage which brought them to Cnoc Fola recently to raise money for the Galway Hospice.

The Roarty family wish to thank everyone who helped them in raising this magnificent sum.