THE disappearance of Ronan Strain is approaching six months with his family to hold a special Mass in his memory.
Ronan (36), from Raphoe, vanished from coastal town Howth in Co Dublin on May 13 or 14 past.
His body has not been, but his devastated mum Ann fears the worst, revealed Ronan’s heartbroken uncle Christy Murray.
Christy is well-known as the Donegal Piper for playing at the county’s GAA matches and will perform at the Mass this Saturday at St Eunan’s in Raphoe.
He told the Donegal News: “It’s a very sensitive time for us all. There is no body, and we haven’t given up hope, but we fear we are searching for Ronan’s body.
“It’s now six months. We haven’t had strong sightings. Some bodies have found off the coast of Wales, and some were identified quickly, but none has been Ronan.
“The Welsh authorities are liaising with the family. The gardai are also involved in helping the family.
“The extended family has been very much involved and supportive.”
Ronan Strain went missing six months ago in May 2026.
Christy added: “I will play at the Mass. We have a song ready. I won’t say what it is, but it is one that I have played for Ronan since he went missing.
“I also played it after my brother Jim died 25 years ago. It will be a special Mass for Ronan in his memory.”
Ronan is believed to have travelled from his Dublin city centre home and jumped into the water at Howth.
The family fears that hopes of locating him safe and well are fading with efforts now focused on recovering the body.
Christy said the time since has been “hell on earth”.
GARDAI
Ronan is described as around 5 foot and 5 inches in height, with a slim build, and brown auburn hair and blue eyes.
A Garda spokesperson said: “It is believed that Ronan travelled to Howth, Co. Dublin on May 14, 2026.
“It is unknown what Ronan is wearing. Gardai and Ronan’s family are concerned for his wellbeing.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Raheny Garda Station on 01 666 4300, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
The Mass for Ronan is at St Eunan’s in Raphoe this Saturday at 2pm.