McLAUGHLIN, Frances (née Connaghan) – peacefully, in Letterkenny University Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Pre-deceased by husband Marcus (July 1996), parents John and Margaret Connaghan, brother Willie, sisters Gracie and Margaret. Devoted mother to James (Tirargus), Margaret (Woodlands), Noreen (Ballymacool), Frances (Bally Connelly), Marcus (Trentagh), Patrick (Trentagh) and Liam (Tirargus).

Deeply regretted by brother John (Gartan), sisters Bridie (Brunfoot) and Sally (USA). Fondly remembered by her nineteen grandchildren, one grandson, RIP and five great grandchildren.

Always in the thoughts of her extended family members, good neighbours and many friends.

May eternal Rest be granted to her Soul

Frances’ remains will repose at her late residence from 4 pm this evening, Thursday. Funeral from there on Saturday morning for Mass at 11 am in St. Colmcille’s Church, Glendowan, followed by interment in Gartan Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.churchservices.tv/churchhill.

Family, neighbours and friends welcome to attend the wake, but please adhere to the current guidelines regarding social distancing, the wearing of face masks and hand shaking.

In compliance with current government restrictions, the funeral and burial will be private to the immediate family only please, with a maximum of fifty people permitted in the church.

Those who would have liked to attend the funeral, but are unable, can leave a personal message of condolences on Charlie McClafferty Funeral Directors Facebook page or in the condolences below.