Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Tuesday evening, July 8

The following deaths have taken place:

- Paddy Joe Coyle, Raphoe

- Maureen Shanahan (nee Morning), Letterkenny and Fanad

- Patricia Kane (née Clancy), Ballyshannon

- Rosemary Boyd, Carrickfinn and Letterkenny

- Irene Rintoul, Donegal Town

- Leo Raftery, Dublin and Kilcar

- Edward Russell, Glen and Creeslough

- Joe O'Donnell, Jersey and Gortahork

- Spencer Sherwin, Barnesmore

- Philomena Murphy, Magheragallon and England

- Rita Condon, Dublin and Donegal

Paddy Joe Coyle, Raphoe

The death has occurred, peacefully and surrounded by his loving family, of Paddy Joe Coyle, Gortfad, Raphoe, Co. Donegal F93XP48.

He will be lovingly remembered by his children Edward (Raphoe), Marie Hickey (Mullingar), John (London), Evelyn Coyle (Mullingar), daughters-in-law and sons-in-law; Samantha, Pat, Dawn and Declan, his treasured grandchildren; Ciára, Niamh, Fiona, Gráinne, Emma, Éamon, Ultán, Áine:, his dear sisters Helena Howarth and Ann Foy and all his extended family, neighbours and many dear friends.

Paddy Joe was predeceased by his beloved wife Eva and sister Kathleen, May they Rest In Peace.

Paddy Joe will repose at his late residence, Gortfad, Raphoe F93XP48 on Wednesday, July 9 from 12.00pm, with Rosary at 9.00pm.

The funeral cortege will leave his late residence on Thursday morning at 10.30am – as Paddy Joe would say, ‘one last run around the Diamond’ to St. Eunan’s Church, Raphoe F93 HX20 for 11.00am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery

The Mass may be viewed online at https://www.parishofraphoe.ie. Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Care West c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Maureen Shanahan (nee Morning), Letterkenny and Fanad

The death has occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital of Maureen Shanahan (nee Morning), The Shieling,Ard O’Donnell, Letterkenny F922V6FW, formerly of Ballymagowan, Fanad. Retired Administrator, Letterkenny University Hospital and HSE.

Maureen is reposing at her home onTuesday, July 8 from 4pm- 9pm, and omWednesday from 12 noon- 9pm, with Rosary both nights at 9pm.

Family time on the morning of the funeral.

Removal on Thursday morning July 10th, going to St.Eunans Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 11am with burial afterwards in Conwal Graveyard.

Funeral mass can be viewed at https://www.churchservices.tv/letterkenny.

Predeceased by her husband Cornelius (Corney) in 1998. Deeply regretted by her sister Rose Dougherty, Kerrykeel; her nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews and great grand nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours & friends.

All Enquiries to Paschal Blake, Funeral Director, New Line Road, Letterkenny 086 8862342

Patricia Kane (née Clancy), Ballyshannon

The death has occurred of Patricia Kane, Portnason, Ballyshannon.

She passed away peacefully at Sligo University Hospital. Patricia is predeceased by her husband Alan, her parents Patrick and Catherine Clancy, brothers Aidan and Johnny and her sister Una. Much loved mother of Fiona (John Feeney), Frances (Robert Hoy), Grainne (John Sheerin) and Pauric. Grandchildren Eoghan & Colleen Hoy, Nieces, nephews and all extended family and friends.

Reposing at John McGee & Sons Funeral Home, Belleek Rd, Ballyshannon, F94 ED21 on Tuesday, July 8 from 5pm to 8pm. 

Removal from her late residence on Wednesday, July 9 to St. Joseph's Church, The Rock, Ballyshannon for 11am funeral mass, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private at all times please.

Rosemary Boyd, Carrickfinn and Letterkenny

The death has occurred in the Donegal Hospice of Rosemary Boyd, nee Barr, of Carrickfinn and formerly from High Road, Letterkenny.
Rosemary’s remains will be reposing at her own home On Tuesday, July 8 from 12 noon and again on Wednesday.

Service on Thursday at 2 pm in St Andrew’s Church, Carrickfinn, with interment afterwards in the Old Church, Dunlewey.
Donations in lieu if desired to the Donegal Hospice c/o any family member or Shaun McGlynn Funeral Director.

Irene Rintoul, Donegal Town

The death has occurred of Irene Rintoul, Donegal Town, formerly of Wicklow and Dublin.

Beloved wife to her late husband Greg, loving mother to Jamie (Nikola) and Jenny (Anthony), adoring grandmother to Max, Bonnie, Sam and Isla.

Predeceased by her parents James and Sarah, deeply missed by her siblings Sandra, Jimmy, Ken, Eric, Christine, all her extended family and a wide circle of friends and neighbours.

Irene’s kind nature touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Thoughtful, generous, and endlessy caring, she gave her time and love freely to all around her.

Remains will repose at Gallaghers Funeral Home, Station Road, Mountcharles (F94 X02N) on Wednesday, July 9 from 3pm until 7pm.

Removal from there on Thursday, July 10 at 10.45am to Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan (H12 RF78) for cremation at 1pm.

House strictly private at all times, please. Family flowers only.

Leo Raftery, Dublin and Kilcar

The death has occurred of Leo Raftery Artane, Dublin, and Finglas and formerly of Kilcar, Co Donegal.

He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at Beaumont Hospital.

Beloved husband of the late Pat and loving Dad of Martin, Liz, Leo, James and the late Anne-Marie.

Leo will be very sadly missed by his daughter, and sons, son-in-law Les, daughters-in-law, Avril, Helena and Rachael, cherished grandchildren, brother Patrick and sisters, Pauline, Carmel, Mary, Phyllis and Josephine, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.

Reunited in heaven with his beloved wife Pat and their daughter Anne-Marie and all his loved ones gone before him.

Reposing at Jennings Funeral Home, Coolock, D17FK58 on Wednesday, July 9 from 2pm to 4pm.

Removal on Thursday morning to the Church of St Brendan’s Coolock Village D05XK51 arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Glasnevin Cemetery, D11XA32.

Edward Russell, Glen and Creeslough

The sudden death has taken place of Edward Russell, Gleneraugh, Glen, (F92DY2W) and formerly Brockas, Creeslough, Co. Donegal.

Sadly missed by his loving family, his children Lauren (grandson Cillian), Ellie-May, Jamie, Lydia and Jesse, wife Joanne, his parents George and Mary Teresa Russell (Brockas, Creeslough) his sisters Yvonne and Lorraine (Seamie). His beloved niece and nephew Lauryn Russell, Reece O’Donnell (Ellie) and their daughter Willow. Deeply regretted by his Grandmother Mary Gamble and all his Aunties and Uncles. Predeceased by his Grandparents Edward and Jane Russell and Grandfather Carl Gamble.

Viewing will take place at the Eternal Light Chapel of Rest, Mountain Top, Letterkenny on Monday, July 2025 from 6pm to 8pm.
Followed by removal to Gleneraugh, Glen, (F92DY2W) No wake. House strictly private, for family only.

Private cremation will take place at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan (H12 RF78) on Wednesday, July 9 at 4pm. Family only please. Family flowers only please.

Joe O'Donnell, Jersey and Gortahork

Fuair Joe Ó Domhnaill bás tobann i St Helier, Jersey, ar an Aoine 28ú Meitheamh 2025, aois 51.

Imithe roimhe tá a thuismitheoirí dílse Bernard agus Gracie Uí Dhomhnaill. Fágtha croíbhriste ina dhiaidh tá a dheartháireacha David McNally agus David Ó Domhnaill, a dheirfiúracha Julie agus Marianne Ní Dhomhnaill, a chuid nianna agus neachtanna Fionn, Naincí, Gracie, Úna, Sally, Maureen, Oscar agus Daphne, chomh maith le Brian, John agus Abi, a chuid comharsana, comhghleacaithe oibre agus a chuid gaolta is cairde i Jersey agus i nDún na nGall.

Cuirfear socraithe tórraimh in iúl níos moille.

The death has occurred suddenly on June 28 of Joe O’Donnell, St Helier, Jersey, and formerly of Ardsmore, Gortahork, Co. Donegal.

Predeceased by his loving parents Bernard and Gracie O’Donnell, he is sadly missed by his brothers David McNally and David O’Donnell, sisters Julie and Marianne O’Donnell, his nieces and nephews, Fionn, Naincí, Gracie, Úna, Sally, Maureen, Daphne and Oscar. Brothers- and sister-in-law Brian, John and Abi, extended family, neighbours, work colleagues and a wide circle of friends in Jersey and Donegal.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Spencer Sherwin, Barnesmore

The death has occurred suddenly at home, of Spencer Sherwin, Milltown, Barnesmore.

Sadly missed by his loving wife Catriona, Mum Dianne, Brother Paul and extended family.

Spencer’s remains will repose in Tír Conaíll Funeral Home, Drumrooske, Donegal Town, F94 FX3A on Saturday, July 12 from 5pm until 9pm. House private at all times please.

Funeral service in Lough Eske Church of Ireland, Drumnacarry, Barnesmore, F94 K400 Sunday, July 13 at 2.30pm followed by private cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Family flowers only.

Philomena Murphy, Magheragallon and England

The recent death has taken place of Matilda Philomena (Mena) Murphy, née Dunlop, originally of Magheragallon, County Donegal. In her 98th year, Mena passed away peacefully in the presence of family members and under the care of staff at Darlington Memorial Hospital, on Monday, June 23.

Predeceased by her husband Pat, brothers and sisters John, James, Hughie, Paddy, Joe, Kevin, Grace, Jessie and Nora, she is sadly missed by her sister Mary in Australia and children Sean, Deirdre, Michael, Kathleen, Gerard and Adrian, grandchildren, great-grandchild, nieces and nephews.

Funeral Mass at 12 Noon, Thursday in St Augustine's RC Church, Darlington. In lieu of flowers, donations please to Stella Maris and Columban Missionaries.

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