Deaths in Donegal - Tuesday morning, April 25

The following deaths have occurred:

- Jennifer Margaret Mackey (née Young), Cashelfeane, Dunkineely

- John Gallagher, Corradooey, Crossroads, Killygordon

- Seán Ó Beirne, Seán Chon Johnny, Teileann

- Alice Duffy, Lower Main Street, Kilmacrennan

- Robert Hegarty, Meenavoy, Ballybofey and formerly Letterkenny

- Thomas Meehan, Killian, Inver

- Mary McGee (Tommy), Meenmore, Dungloe

- Peggy McGinley, (née Gallagher), Kilrane, Cloghan

- Joe Heraghty, Coshia, Ballyheerin, Fanad

- James McHugh, Cullion Road, Letterkenny and formerly Killygordon

- Josephine Clarke, Moneen, Ballindrait

- Val Phillips, Drogheda, Louth and Letterkenny

- Tony Clarke, 24 Cloncool Park, Buncrana

- Patrick Burke, Galway, Westmeath and Ardara

Jennifer Margaret Mackey (née Young), Cashelfeane, Dunkineely

The death has occurred of Jennifer Margaret Mackey (née Young), Cashelfeane, Dunkineely, F94 Y381 peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her mother, Pearl. Sadly missed by her loving husband Willie, sons Edward (Clair), Ryan and Andrew, her father Eddie, her brothers Trevor, Desmond, and John and her sister Heather, her adoring grandchildren Elliot, Rowan, Isla, nieces, nephews, extended family neighbours and friends.

Her remains will repose at her home on Tuesday, April 25, from 4pm to 8pm and on Wednesday from 2pm to 8pm.

Funeral service on Thursday in Saint Peter's Church, Killaghtee, at 1pm followed by committal in the adjoining graveyard.

John Gallagher, Corradooey, Crossroads, Killygordon

The death has occurred at his late residence of John Gallagher, Corradooey, Crossroads, Killygordon (F93 TF8H).

Beloved husband of Mary and much loved father of Stephen,(Cora), Sinead (John), Louise (Darren). Dearly loved grandfather to Ronan, Cormac, Emma, Luke, Leah, Caitlyan, and Terri. Cherished brother of Michael, Philip, Patsy, Charlie, Georgie, Joe, Paul, Ann, and the late Mary and infant Peggy.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife, son, daughters, brothers, sister, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, extended family and friends.

Remains to repose at his late residence from 11am on Tuesday, April 25.

Funeral leaving from his late residence on Wednesday, April 26 at 10.15am for Requiem Masss in St Patrick’s Church, Crossroads, Killygordon at 11am .

Interment afterwards in the adjoining churchyard.

The Requiem Mass will be streamed live on the St Patrick’s Church, Crossroads, Killygordon YouTube Channel at https://youtube.com/@killygordonparish

Family time from 11pm until 11am, and on the morning of the funeral.

Seán Ó Beirne, Seán Chon Johnny, Teileann

Fuair Seán Ó Beirne, Seán Chon Johnny mar ab fhearr aithne air, as an Atharach, Teileann, bás tobann maidin Dé Sathairn 22 Aibreán.

Cailliúint mhór é dá thriúr deirfiúracha, Máire, Eileen agus Anna Bella (Norah), a dheartháir céile William, a neacht Aisling agus a bheirt nianna John agus Liam chomh maith le neart gaolta, comharsan agus cairde.

Beidh faire ina theach cónaithe ó thráthnóna Dé Céadaoine, 2in.

Cuirfear é i Reilig na Carraige, Dé hAoine, Aibreán 28ú, i ndiaidh Aifreann a 12 i dTeach Pobail na Carraige.

Seán Byrne, known as Seán Chon Johnny, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 22.

He will be sadly missed by his sisters Máire, Eileen and Anna Bella (Norah), his brother-in-law William, his niece Aisling and his nephews John and Liam, and a wide circle of relatives and friends.

His remains will repose at his late residence from 2pm on Wednesday, April 26. Removal to St Columba’s Church, Carrick on Friday, April 28 for 12 o’clock Funeral Mass and burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Donegal Mental Health Sevices, c/o Curran’s Funeral Services.

Seán was a much-loved, talented musician and singer and will be greatly missed in the local community and among musicians all over the country. The Byrne family would like to thank you all for your kind support at this difficult time.

Alice Duffy, Lower Main Street, Kilmacrennan

The peaceful death has taken place in Letterkenny University Hospital of Alice Duffy, Lower Main Street, Kilmacrennan, F92 W1W8.

Deeply regretted by her brother Danny, sister Kathleen McCann (Greenock, Scotland), nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Predeceased by her brothers Frank and Michael, and sisters Peggy, Ellen and Bridget.

Remains will repose at her home from 2pm, Tuesday, April 25. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 26, at 11am in St Columba’s Church, Kilmacrennan.

Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on Church Services TV St Columba’s Church Kilmacrennan on the following link: Church ServicesTVSt Columba'sChurchKilmacrenan

Robert Hegarty, Meenavoy, Ballybofey and formerly Letterkenny

The peaceful death has occurred at his residence of Robert Hegarty, Meenavoy, Ballybofey, F93T674, and formerly of Drumany, Letterkenny.

Robert was predeceased by his son Brendan and daughter Marie. He is survived by his loving wife Maura, sons John, Thomas, Robert, Gerard, Kevin, and David and his daughters Patricia and Louise and sister Josephine Boyle, Ballindrait.

His remains are reposing at his late residence. Requiem Mass at 11am on Wednesday, April 26, in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar, with interment afterwards in Ardmore Cemetery, Derry.

The funeral Mass can be viewed at https://www.churchservices.tv/stranorlar

Rosary nightly at 9pm with family time from after the Rosary until 11am and on the morning of the Funeral.

Thomas Meehan, Killian, Inver

The death has occurred of Thomas Meehan, Killian, Inver, suddenly. Predeceased by his loving son Hugo. Beloved husband of Mary. Deeply missed by his caring sons Martin and Paul and his cherished grandson Darragh.

He will be remembered with love by his sisters Margaret and Nora and brothers Séan, Eugene and Patrick, his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Remains will be reposing at Gallaghers Funeral Home, Station Road, Mountcharles on Tuesday, April 25 from 5pm until 8pm.

Removal from there on Wednesday, April 26 going to the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Frosses for 11am funeral Mass with interment afterwards in the adjoining churchyard. The funeral Mass will be live-streamed at: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/ camera/st-marys-frosses-inver

Mary McGee (Tommy), (née Riordan), Meenmore, Dungloe

The death has taken place in Dungloe District Hospital of Mary McGee (Tommy), (née Riordan), Meenmore, Dungloe and formerly James Street Claremorris Co Mayo (former primary school teacher).

She was predeceased by her beloved husband Tommy her son Thomas óg and her parents Jimmy and Delia. Sadly missed by her sons Daniel and John, her daughters Rosemarie and Joanne, daughters-in-law Mary and Pauline, her sons-in-law David and John Gerard, and her 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Mary will be remembered with love by her brothers P.J and Noel her sisters Colette and Ann, her sister-in-law Patricia, her brother-in-law Joe and all her nieces and nephews grandnieces and nephews and all her extended family.

Funeral Mass on Tuesday at 11am at St Crona’s Church Dungloe. Internment afterwards in the local cemetery. House private on the morning of the funeral, please.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Dungloe Hospital Patients Comfort Fund, c/o any family member.

Peggy McGinley, (née Gallagher), Kilrane, Cloghan

The death has taken place in Brentwood Nursing Home, Convoy, of Peggy McGinley, (née Gallagher), Kilrane, Cloghan.

Peggy was predeceased by her Husband John and infant son James Joseph. She is survived by her daughters Susan, Noreen (Tom Cooney), son Hughie and partner Claire Doherty, grandchildren John and Ellen Cooney, neighbours and friends.

Her remains are reposing at her late residence. Requiem Mass at 2pm on Tuesday, April 25, in The Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Glenfin, with burial afterwards in Kilteevogue Cemetery.

The funeral Mass can be viewed at: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/our-lady-of-perpetual-succour-glenfinn

Joe Heraghty, Coshia, Ballyheerin, Fanad

The peaceful death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Joe Heraghty, Coshia, Ballyheerin, Fanad.

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Anne

Sadly missed by his daughters Grace, Kathleen, Julie, sons, Patrick, Manus, Charlie and Joseph, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, sister Sheila Friel, Milford, family, neighbours and friends

His remains are reposing at his late residence F92W825. Removal from there on Tuesday, April 25, going to St Marys's Church Fanavolty for Requiem Mass at 12pm followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard.

Family time please from 10pm and on the morning of the funeral.
The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the St Mary's Fanavolty and St Columbas Massmount Facebook page https://m.facebook.com//stmarysfanavolty

James McHugh, Cullion Road, Letterkenny and formerly Killygordon

The peaceful death has taken place of James McHugh Cullion Road, Letterkenny F92 K7NH and formerly of Killygordon.

Predeceased by his daughter Wendy and sister Bridie Wilson. Deeply missed by his loving wife Patricia and family Vanessa and husband George Savva (Churchill), Jason and wife Majella (Drumoghill), Debra and husband Ciarán Harvey (Coolboy, Letterkenny) and Darren (Letterkenny), grandchildren Lucas, Sophie, Katie, Adam, Sam, Caolán, Áine, Seán and Eoghan, brother Eddie (Lifford) and sister Ann O’Connor (Killygordon), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.

His remains are reposing at his late residence. Funeral from there on Tuesday, April 25 at 10.15am going to the Church of the Irish Martyrs, Letterkenny for 11am Requiem Mass which can be viewed on the Parish YouTube channel.

Interment afterwards to St. Columba’s Church Cemetery, Drumoghill. House private on the morning of the funeral, please.

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Haematology and Oncology, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member.

Josephine Clarke, Moneen, Ballindrait

The death occurred in Letterkenny University Hospital of Josephine Clarke, Moneen, Ballindrait, Lifford.

Lovingly missed by her brothers and sisters, Colm, John, Mary, Sally, Patsy, Monica, Oliver, Teresa, Liam, Geraldine, Noeleen, Clement and Majella, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and all her nieces and nephews and extended family and friends.

Josephine was predeceased by her parents Charles and Bridget Clarke and brother James, may they rest in peace.

Funeral from her late residence on Tuesday, April 25 at 11.20am going to St Patrick’s Church, Murlog for 12pm Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in St Columba’s Church Cemetery, Drumoghill. Requiem Mass can be viewed at: https://clonleighparish.com/webcam-watch-live/

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to Medical 3, Letterkenny University Hospital c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Val Phillips, Drogheda / Letterkenny

The death has occurred of Val (Edward Valentine) Phillips, late of Letterkenny and formerly of Boyle O’Reilly, Drogheda, Co Louth.

Unexpectedly on April 20. Predeceased by his parents Mary Catherine and Peter, brother Brian and daughter-in-law Nicola. Sadly missed by his daughters Mandy and Catherine, sons Mark and David and their mother Claire, sons-in-law Graham and Noel, daughters-in-law Bernie and Emma, sisters Mary, Hilda, Rosaleen, Bernie, Dolores and Doreen, brother Peter, his 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements later.

Tony Clarke, 24 Cloncool Park, Buncrana

The sudden death has occurred of Tony Clarke, 24 Cloncool Park, Buncrana. Husband of Michelle and dear father of Nicola, Darren, Shannon, Callum, Jordan, Caolán and Molly.

Deeply regretted by his wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, his extended family and friends.

Reposing at Murphy's Funeral Home (F93PW96) on Wednesday, April 26 and Thursday, April 27 from 6pm to 9pm each evening. Removal Friday, April 28, at 9.15am to St Mary's Oratory, Buncrana for 10am Requiem Mass followed by cremation at 4pm in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Requiem Mass can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/buncrana

Family flowers only, donations if desired, to The Irish Lung Fibrosis Association c/o any family member or Shaun Murphy Funeral Director.

Patrick Burke, Galway, Westmeath and Ardara

The death occurred of Patrick (Paddy) Burke, Carrowntober West, Athenry, Galway, Athlone, Westmeath and Ardara.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Eileen and his parents Pa and Bridgie. He passed away peacefully in Galway Hospice. Paddy will be sadly missed by his brother Willie, sister-in-law Brenda, nephew Ian and his partner Tracy, Aunt Josie, brother-in-law Ronan, sister-in-law Finola, extended family, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

The funeral took place on Monday at the Church of The Assumption, Athenry. Removal from his brother Willie’s home in Carrowntober West, Athenry on Tuesday, April 25 at 11am where Paddy will be laid to rest with his beloved wife Eileen in the Church of The Holy Family Cemetery, Ardara for approximately 4pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Galway Hospice (https://galwayhospice.ie/donate/).

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