THE community of Kilcar was united in grief today as a double funeral was held for much-loved local couple, James and Noreen McHugh. Tributes have been pouring in from across Donegal and further afield as news of James and Noreen’s tragic deaths cast sadness over the county. The married couple, who were both in their […]
Tadhg Callaghan Carter to be laid to rest on Wednesday
Churchill and the county is gripped by grief following the death of Tadhg Callaghan Carter, the 15 year old who lost his life at the Donegal Rally. St Eunan’s College will hold a prayer service of remembrance today for Tadhg at 12pm, and remains open to support students, parents, staff and the school community. Tadhg […]
Funeral takes place in Dunlewey of Declan Edelsten
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A DEEP sense of loss has been felt throughout the Gaoth Dobhair community following the death at Letterkenny University Hospital after a short illness of Declan Edelsten [60] of Middletown, Derrybeg. He was born in Glasgow, and had spent most of his life in Gaoth Dobhair. From a young age he spent many years as […]
Sadness at passing of Patricia (Tish) O’Shaughnessy
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The death took place on Thursday, May 7 of Patricia (Tish) O’Shaughnessy (née Robinson), Rathfriland, Co Down. Originally from Letterkenny, news of her passing has been met with great sadness among her family and many friends. Patricia Elizabeth was born on April 16, 1948, to parents Lily and John King Robinson from Gortlee, Letterkenny. Advertisement […]
Heartbreak as talented young footballer Lewis Kelly laid to rest
A talented young GAA star who died tragically just days after falling ill has been remembered as a wonderful young man, full of life, laughter, confidence and mischief. Lewis Kelly, a hugely promising footballer with Malin GAA Club, was only 18 when he died last Monday at Beaumont Hospital. Lewis, from Culdaff, was due to […]
Funeral celebrates the life, music and legacy of Moya Brennan
A beautiful celebration of music marked the final farewell to Moya Brennan, as large crowds gathered to honour a life that helped shape the sound of Irish music across the world. Teach Pobail Phádraig Naofa, Mín Ui Bhaoill, a small church in the rolling hills of her native Gaoth Dobhair, was packed with mourners, including […]
The funeral of Moya Brennan is taking place
The funeral of Moya Brennan is taking place. The 73-year-old passed away on Monday surrounded by her loved ones. Thousands of mourners are attending the funeral of the mother-of-two at St Patrick’s Church, Meenaweal, including fellow musicians Bono and Brian Kennedy. Advertisement Moya, the First Woman of Celtic Music, is known worldwide as the lead […]
Arranmore charity campaigner to be laid to rest on Thursday
AN Arranmore charity campaigner whose swimming fundraisers earned him worldwide esteem will be laid to rest on Thursday. Paddy Ann Conaghan (85) died in Beaumont Hospital. His remains arrived home to his beloved Arranmore Island yesterday. Mr Conaghan’s funeral will take place on Thursday, however, the time is yet to be confirmed. Advertisement Rosary took place last night and […]
Strengthened by her devotion – funeral takes place of Josephine Crossan
THE funeral took place on Tuesday of Josephine Crossan, Woodland, Letterkenny, and formerly Mountcharles and Surrey. Tuesday’s funeral Mass in the Church of the Irish Martyrs was celebrated by Fr Ciaran Harkin. Josephine’s niece Ursula gave a fitting tribute to her aunt’s life and times. Advertisement A native of Woodland, Letterkenny, Josephine spent her early […]
Amy Doherty remembered for her magnetic personality
A large crowd gathered this morning to pay their respects at the funeral of Amy Doherty, a young mother of two who was tragically murdered at the weekend. Amy was remembered for her magnetic personality and joyful smile. The 28-year-old was found injured in a house in the Summer Meadows Mews area of Derry on […]