K.Donnellan Funeral Directors

16/08/2025

** Acknowledgement **

Frank Donnelly
Lower James Street, Claremorris & formerly of Knockgloss, Ballinrobe.

Died 11th July 2025

As we fondly remember Frank on his months mind, we his family would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who supported us, sympathised with us, sent mass card, flowers and phone calls, to all the people who travelled overseas and long distances to offer their support. To his Nephews & Friends who visited Dad during his final week to stay by his side & support us. To all the people who dropped off food and called to the house it was really appreciated.

To our absolutely fantastic neighbours in Lower James Street and Ard Clar who stood alongside us showing their unwavering support and lined the street that Dad walked many times, to his fellow workers from Eircom for their Guard of Honour & to the girls from Claremorris LGFA who showed their support to Nina, Amy & Olive, Dad always stood out waving the blue & white flag for a victorious team!

A special word of thanks to Gary Curran and all the staff of the Malvern Medical Practice and the staff of Flynn’s Pharmacy for years of kindness and dedication. To Jerry Higgins & Ann Killeen always on the end of the phone! To Ann, Fergus, Ivan and all the wonderful, kind staff of The Old Arch & Bistro for the last 8 years, Dad loved his walk up and having the chat. To the staff of Wards A & B in Mayo General Hospital for their professionalism and exceptional care for Dad.

Thanks to Fr. Tommy Commins & Fr. Peter Gannon for the beautiful mass and to Pat Gleeson the Sacristan and the musicians Sharon & Tom for their beautiful music. Thanks to Enda Caulfield for preparing Dad’s final resting place and to Keith Donnellan for his professionalism and kindness, we will never forget.

It is difficult to express our gratitude to everyone who supported us in the week before Dad’s passing and their continued support – we thank you all most sincerely.
Kevin, Annette & Olive

Frank’s Months Mind will be celebrated on Saturday 23rd August at 11 am in St. Colman’s Church, Claremorris.

03/08/2025

** Acknowledgement **

Matthew Vahey
11 Rushbrook, Claremorris, Co. Mayo

As we remember our lovely Matthew on his months mind, we as his parents would like to express our sincere thanks to family, friends and neighbours of Rushbrook & Millbrook for their recent & continued support, love and kindness. To all who sympathised with us, sending memorable letters, masscards and flowers it is greatly appreciated.

A special thank you to Matthew's friends who travelled far and wide to be with us. We are truly in awe at how Matthew's love and unique personality touched so many lives, we will be forever grateful.

Thank you to his brothers girlfriends Renee, Leah, Becky, April and huge circle of friends who supported Jack, James, Simon and Adam over the last number of weeks. Your love and support will be carried with us always.

Lastly, a sincere thank you to Keith Donnellan Funeral Director for his professionalism and kindness throughout, you have made this very challenging time easier. Thank you to Fr. Peter, Pat Gleeson the sacristan and the musicians Sharon & Tom for being a part of the beautiful requiem mass.

It is difficult to express our gratitude in such a brief note but to everyone who supported us, for Matthew – thank you most sincerely.

Matthew, with us always and forever.
John, Susan and the Family.

Matthew's Months Mind will be celebrated on Saturday August 9th at 11am in St. Colman’s Church, Claremorris.

15/07/2025

Funeral mass for the late Frank Donnelly

Funeral Mass for Frank Donnelly RIP.

12/07/2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of

Frank Donnelly,
Lr James St. Claremorris & formerly Knockgloss, Ballinrobe.

Peacefully in his Ninety Second year at Mayo University Hospital

Predeceased by his Wife Ann, his parents Sonny & Margaret Donnelly, his brothers Paddy & Sean & Sister Bridgie.

Fondly remembered by his heartbroken family Kevin, Annette & Olive, Daughter-in-Law Josephine & Sons-in-Law Colm Flynn & Colm Wallace and his adored Grandchildren Nina, Mark & Amy, his Sisters in Law, Nieces & Nephews, Grand Nephews, Grand Nieces, his Godchild Angela Moran, his wonderful Neighbours & a wide circle of friends.

May He Rest In Peace

Reposing at St. Colman’s Funeral Home, Lower James Street, Claremorris (F12 R3W8) on Monday evening July 14th from 6 o’clock with removal at 8 o’clock to St. Colman’s Church, Claremorris, Funeral Mass on Tuesday afternoon at 1pm, followed by burial afterwards in St. Colman’s Cemetery Claremorris.

Frank’s Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the St Colman’s Church Claremorris YouTube channel and on Keith Donnellan Funeral Directors page https://www.facebook.com/Keithdonnellanfd


The Donnelly family would like to thank everyone for their understanding at this difficult time,���Enquiries to Keith Donnellan Funeral Directors, 094 9371274.

10/07/2025

Requiem Mass for the late Matthew Vahey.

May he rest in peace.

Funeral Mass for Matthew Vahey RIP.

09/07/2025

** Acknowledgement **

Una Donnellan (nèe Long)
Lower James Street,
Claremorris.

Died May 23rd 2025

As we lovingly remember Una on her months mind, we her family wish to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who supported us, sympathized with us, sent mass cards, flowers, letters of condolence and the many phone calls we received, to all the people that travelled long distances and for all the food that we received, it was very much appreciated and did not go unnoticed. A special thank you to all our friends and our wonderful neighbours on Lower James street for the continued support always.

A special thank you to Dr. Gary Curran and all the staff of Malvern Medical practice and the staff of Davey’s Pharmacy for caring for Mum and showing such kindness and dedication. To Jerry Higgins for the care he showed to Mum over the years. To the Staff in the emergency department and intensive care unit at Mayo University Hospital for the exceptional care they took of our Mum before her passing, To Fr. Peter Gannon for the beautiful mass and his prayers and guidance during a difficult time. To Sharon Cuffe and Tom Lyons for the beautiful music at Mum’s Funeral Mass and to Tommy Lavelle for preparing Mum’s final resting place.

A sincere thank you to Keith and Paul Donnellan for their professionalism and kindness throughout, it was greatly appreciated.

It is difficult to express our gratitude in such a brief note but to everyone who supported Mum and us all – thank you most sincerely.

Mum,

Those we loved don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen, Unheard, and yet so near,
Still loved, Still missed, Still very dear.

Your loving Family


Una’s Months Mind will be celebrated on Saturday July 12th at 11am in St. Colman’s Church, Claremorris.

09/07/2025

**Parking notice**

There will be no parking on the roadside from the Ballinrobe road into Rushbrook and Millbrook, in order to keep the flow of traffic moving.

There will be parking available in Rushbrook, Millbrook and to the rear of Millbrook.

A one way system will be in place in Millbrook and Rushbrook, please park on the right side along the green area only in both estates.

There will be traffic management volunteers for the duration of the Funeral of the late Matthew Vahey should you need directions or any assistance.

07/07/2025

Matthew Vahey,
11 Rushbrook, Claremorris, Co. Mayo.

Unexpectedly.

Deeply missed by his heartbroken parents John and Susan, his brothers Jack, James, Simon and Adam, his loyal canine companion Freddie, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and a wide circle of many friends.

May he Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his home (F12 XK18) on Wednesday evening July 9th from 5 o’clock until 7 o’clock, removal from his residence on Thursday to arrive at St. Colman’s Church for Funeral Mass at 12 noon, followed by a committal service at Shannon Crematorium at 3pm.


Matthew’s Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the St Colman’s Church Claremorris YouTube channel and on K. Donnellan Funeral Directors page.

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

The Vahey family would like to thank everyone for their compassion and understanding at this difficult time, if you would like to offer a message of condolence, you can do so below.


Enquiries to Keith Donnellan Funeral Directors, 094 9371274.

02/07/2025

** Cemetery Masses 2025 **

Barnacarroll Cemetery Wednseday July 2nd at 7:30pm
Claremorris Cemetery Wednseday July 9th at 7:30pm
Ballinasmalla Cemetery Wednseday July 16th at 7:30pm

Robeen Cemetery Saturday July 5th at 7:30pm
Roundfort Cemetery Sunday July 6th at 11:30am
(Mass will be celebrated in either church if the weather is inclement on the day)

Taugheen new Cemetery Saturday July 12th at 6:30pm
Crossboyne Cemetery Sunday July 20th at 11:30am

23/06/2025

***ACKNOWLEDGEMENT***

The family of the late Ann Gibbons, who sadly passed away on the 24th of May 2025, wish to express their heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation to all who supported them during their recent bereavement.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who called to the house, sent messages of condolence and mass cards, attended the funeral home or showed kindness in any way.

A special thanks to the staff of the Oncology Unit, Mayo University Hospital in particular Mags Nemo, nurse specialist & Dr Michael McCarthy who showed such kindness and compassion during her treatment.

We would like to thank Malvern Medical Centre, the nurses in Claremorris primary care centre & the caring & helpful staff of McCabes pharmacy,Claremorris.

Thank you to keith Donnellan funeral directors for their professionalism.

A heartfelt thank you to Fr Sean Flynn for all his help and support and to Brian Healy & the beautiful musicians at the requiem mass and to Michael King for live streaming the funeral mass.

A Months Mind mass for Ann and her brother in-law Tommy Gibbons will be celebrated on Sunday June 29th at 11:30am in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Crossboyne.

May they rest in eternal peace.

18/06/2025

***ACKNOWLEDGEMENT***

The family of the late James O’Neill, who sadly passed away on the 19th of May 2025, wish to express their heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation to all who supported them during their recent bereavement.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who called to the house, sent messages of Condolence, mass cards, attended the funeral or showed kindness in any way.

Your love and support helped carry us through a very difficult time, we will never forget your compassion.

James’ Month’s Mind Mass will be held on Saturday 21st June at 8pm in St. Therese's Church, Brickens.

May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

02/06/2025

Internment of ashes.

Internment of Una’s ashes will take place tomorrow Tuesday June 3rd at 5pm in St. Colman’s Cemetery, Claremorris.

Our family appreciate the endless support and messages of condolence we have received over the past week.