TRIBUTES have been paid following the passing of Mary Doherty, Carrigart.
Mary, née Conroy, from Belmullet in Mayo, died at home in Carrigart on Tuesday. Her husband Pat is a former vice-president of Sinn Féin.
The Donegal News reported in 2023 that over 500 people, including party leader Mary Lou McDonald, came from all over Ireland, America, England and Scotland to attend a tribute night that was held in honour of the couple.
Pat was described at the time as the only Donegal politician to be involved in the historic peace talks that ended The Troubles in the North.
Donegal TD Pádraig Mac Lochlainn said: “Mary was held in great affection across the island and will be remembered for her warmth, kindness and steadfast commitment.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to Pat, their children, grandchildren, the extended Doherty and Conroy families, friends and all who mourn Mary’s passing.”
Pearse Doherty TD said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and comrade Mary Doherty.
“Mary was loved and respected by so many across Donegal and farther afield. She will always be remembered for her kindness and unwavering commitment.”
Mary was the beloved wife of Pat Doherty and much loved mother of Maria (Paul), Rosaleen, Kathleen Anne (Dominic), Danny (Helen) and Michael (Deirdre); adored sister of Kathleen Ferry (Neil), sister-in-law, Kathleen Conroy. Predeceased by her brother Tony Conroy.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her grandchildren Aoife, Ultán, Daithí, Ruairí, Aoise, Dearbhla, Laoise, Pádraig, Oónagh, Daniel, Mikey, Grace. Dearly missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbours.
Remains reposing at her home in Upper Gortnabrade, F92 R3H9 today, Thursday from 12pm. Family time after the Rosary at 9pm.
Shuttle bus running from St. John the Baptist Church Car Park between 5 – 9pm.
Funeral leaving her home on Friday for Requiem Mass in St. John the Baptist Church, Carrigart at 2pm. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.