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Kelly's Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe, Donegal (2026)

30/12/2025

The Month’s Mind Mass details and Acknowledgement of the late
SARAH MCCRORY, Cavanacor, Ballindrait.

The family of the late Sarah McCrory gratefully acknowledge and express our sincere gratitude to everyone who supported us during our recent bereavement.

We are sincerely thankful to everyone who attended her wake and funeral, and to those who reached out with calls, Mass cards, and sympathy cards. A special word of thanks to our wonderful neighbours, friends, extended family, work colleagues, and local businesses who brought food and supported us in countless ways.

Thank you to Drs. Aherne and Kelly, Lifford Health Centre, and the staff of Medical 3, University Hospital Letterkenny.

We are extremely grateful to Fr. McCaughey and Fr. Boland for delivering such a deeply meaningful Funeral Mass. Thank you also to Fr. Kelly, Fr. McCrossan, Fr. Colhoun, and Fr. Lynch for their prayers and attendance at the wake.

Thank you to Thomas Gillespie and Brian Lindsay for their beautiful music throughout the ceremony.

Our sincere thanks to Michael and Caroline Kelly of Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Raphoe, for their kindness and professionalism during this difficult time.

The Month’s Mind Mass will take place on Saturday evening, 3rd January 2026, in St. Patrick’s Church, Murlog, Lifford, at 6:30 p.m.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

28/12/2025

The Month's Mind Mass details and Acknowledgement of the late
TINA DUFFY, Cottage Farm, Newtowncunningham, Co Donegal.

We, the family of the late Tina Duffy, would like to extend our deepest thanks to all who offered sympathy and support during our recent and heartbreaking loss. We would also like to extend our gratitude to the extended McGee and Duffy families, friends, colleagues and neighbours who supported us in so many ways.

We sincerely thank everyone who attended her wake and funeral and to all those who reached out with kind messages, calls, cards, mass cards and sympathy cards. Thank you also to the many who gave donations to the Donegal Hospice. Your kindness and thoughtfulness truly overwhelmed us and brought us great comfort as we mourned the loss of our dear wife, mammy and granny.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who provided us with food and drinks (including many businesses) and to those who helped serve the teas, coffees and food. Tina would have been so proud of the great operation and hospitality that was happening in her kitchen. A huge thank you also to all those who helped with traffic, parking and road arrangements. We cannot thank you enough for everything you did for us.

We are extremely grateful to Fr. Philip Kemmy for his support throughout Tina’s illness and for delivering such a deeply meaningful funeral mass which captured Tina’s life and faith perfectly. Thank you to Fr. Philip and Fr. Damien for leading the Rosary at her wake. Thank you also to Fr. Ciaran Harkin and Rev. Sean McClafferty for their blessings, prayers and kind visits to Tina throughout her illness.

Thank you to Amy Meehan for her beautiful singing throughout the ceremony.

We also thank the grave diggers for their service.

Our deepest thanks to Michael and Caroline Kelly of Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Raphoe, for the exceptional care and service you provided in arranging Tina’s wake and funeral. Your compassion, professionalism, and attention to detail brought us great comfort at a very difficult time.

Lastly, to all those who cared for Tina, a special thank you to each and every one of you from the bottom of our hearts - to all staff of Newtown Health Centre, Healthwise Pharmacy Newtown, Letterkenny University Hospital and the Donegal Hospice - we are forever grateful to you all.

Tina’s Month’s Mind Mass will take place on Sunday, 4 January 2026, in All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham, at 11:00 a.m.

With kindest regards and warm-hearted thanks,
William, Emma, Tara, Shaun, Gracie & Olivia.

26/12/2025

The obituary notice of the late
JIMMY MCGUIRE

The sudden death has occurred in Letterkenny University Hospital of Jimmy McGuire, 23 Meadow hill, Raphoe, Co. Donegal,

Lovingly missed by, his wife Barbara, sons and daughters, Thomas (Anna), Gemma (Stephen), Joanne (Declan), Lisa, Shaun, and Leona (Jonny), his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchild, sister Mary McGuire and all his extended family, and friends.

Jimmy was predeceased by his parents Tom and Hanna and his daughter-in-law Karen. May they all rest in peace.

A silent thought, a quiet prayer, For a special person in God’s care.

Funeral Arrangements
Jimmy will repose at his daughter, Lisa McGuire’s residence, 28 Cathedral Hill, Raphoe. F93 W7K6 from
• Saturday 27th December, from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
• Sunday 28th December, from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Everyone is welcome to the wake at daughter Lisa McGuires residence, with the family home, 23 Meadow hill, Raphoe to be private to family only please.

The funeral cortege will leave his daughters residence on Monday morning, 29th December, at 10:30 am, proceeding via the Diamond to St. Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, for 11:00am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The Funeral Mass may be viewed online via the parish we**am: https://parishofraphoe.ie.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to Surgical 2 ward, Letterkenny University Hospital, C/O any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Those wishing to leave messages of sympathy for the family may do so in the section below.

23/12/2025

The Month's Mind Mass details and Acknowledgement of the late
LOUISE O’LOUGHLIN

Louise O’Loughlin
12 Castle Grove Raphoe Co. Donegal
01/12/2025

The family of the late Louise O’Loughlin would like to express our deepest gratitude to all who offered sympathy and support during our recent and heartbreaking loss of our beloved Mother, Daughter, and Sister.

We are sincerely thankful to everyone who attended her wake and funeral, and to those who reached out with calls, mass cards, and sympathy cards. Your kindness and generosity truly overwhelmed us. A special word of thanks to our wonderful neighbours, friends, extended family, and local businesses who brought food and supported us in countless ways. We are especially grateful to Fr. Eamonn Kelly for his guidance and comfort throughout the wake and funeral.
Our heartfelt thanks also go to Kelly’s Funeral Services for their professionalism, compassion, and dignity in arranging the funeral, and to the gravediggers for their assistance. We deeply appreciate the beautiful music and singing provided by Sinead Black, which made the service so meaningful.
As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgment as a token of our sincere appreciation.

Months mind mass on Sunday 28th December 2025 in St. Eunans Church Raphoe at 11.00am.

21/12/2025

The Month's Mind Mass details and Acknowledgement of the late
PAUL MC SORLEY, 61 Lawnsdale, Ballybofey.

The Month’s Mind Mass for the late Paul McSorley will be held in St Mary’s Church, Sessiaghoneill, on 29th December at 6pm.

We, the family of the late Paul McSorley, would like to extend our deepest thanks to the extended McSorley and McIntyre families, friends, and neighbours who supported us in their own way during this difficult time. Your generosity and kindness were truly appreciated and brought us great comfort as we mourn the loss of a beloved husband and father.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped provide food and drinks, and to those who prepared meals and served tea and coffee. We sincerely thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the support you have given us during this difficult time.

We are extremely grateful to Fr Arkinson for his support throughout Paul’s illness and for the meaningful funeral Mass he delivered.

Thank you also to Bridgeen/Emily Cannon and Aoife Flanagan for the beautiful singing throughout the ceremony.

We would also like to thank Sessiaghoneill National School for the use of their premises and facilities after the ceremony.

Our deepest thanks to Michael and Caroline of Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Raphoe, for their exceptional care when arranging the wake and funeral. Your guidance, support, and professionalism brought us great comfort throughout this difficult time.

With kindest regards and warm-hearted thanks,
Fiona, Chad, Dean and Lucas

20/12/2025

The obituary notice of the late
VINCENT TULLY, Mullanagung, Ballindrait.

The death has occurred of Vincent Tully, Mullanagung, Ballindrait, Lifford, Co. Donegal.

Lovingly missed by his wife Frances; his sons and daughters Paul (Mary), Martin (Bridget), Margheurite (Michael), Vincent (Lisa), Michael and Finola; his 14 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; sister‑in‑law Bridie Tully; nieces, nephews, and all his extended family and friends.

Vincent was predeceased by his parents Martin and Mary Ellen, Cappa, Co. Galway; his daughter Mary Frances; and baby Maeve Joanette. May they all Rest in Peace.

Deep are the memories, Precious they stay;

No passing of time Will take them away.

Vincent will repose at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe, Co. Donegal, F93 KP0N, on Sunday, 21st December, from 5pm to 9pm, and Monday, 22nd December, from 5pm to 9pm, with Rosary each night at 9pm.

Funeral from Kelly’s Funeral Home on Tuesday morning at 10.15am, travelling via Tully’s Tyres to St. Patrick’s Church, Murlog, for 11am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed online at: https://clonleighparish.com/we**am-watch-live/

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Irish Wheelchair Society, c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so in the section below.

19/12/2025

Acknowledgment & Month’s Mind Mass Notice
for the late Bridget Olive Coll,
394 Ard Baithin, St Johnston

The Month’s Mind Mass for the late Bridget Olive Coll will be held in St Baithin’s Church, St Johnston, on Sunday 28th December at 12.15pm.

We, the family of the late Olive Coll, would like to extend our deepest thanks to everyone who supported us in their own way during this difficult time. Your kindness, generosity, and thoughtfulness were truly appreciated and brought us great comfort as we mourn the loss of our wee warrior.

We are deeply grateful to all who attended the wake and funeral, to those who sent messages of condolence, and to those who travelled near and far. The outpouring of support—through cards, flowers, and social media posts—meant so much to us throughout Mam’s wake and funeral.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped provide food and drinks (including local businesses), and to those who prepared meals and served tea and coffee. We cannot thank you enough for everything you did for us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

We are very grateful to Fr Damien who, despite being new to the area, put great effort into learning who Mam was as a person and delivered such a deeply meaningful funeral Mass. Thank you also to Monsieur Carr, Fr Oliver, and Fr Kemmy for your support and for leading the rosary.

Thank you to Pauline Clarke and Caroline McNamee for their beautiful music.

Thank you to the grave diggers for their service.

Our deepest thanks to Michael and Caroline of Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Raphoe, for the exceptional care and service you provided in arranging Mam’s wake and funeral. Your guidance, support, compassion, professionalism, and attention to detail brought us great comfort at a very difficult time.

With kindest regards and warm-hearted thanks,
The family of the late Olive Coll.

13/12/2025

The obituary notice of the late
ROB (MALCOLM E.) ROBINS.

The death has occurred of Rob (Malcolm E.) Robins, Muntertinney, Raphoe, Co. Donegal, F93 KD72.

Rob will be lovingly missed by his wife Wendy, his sister, his two brothers, and all his extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents.

Deep are the memories, precious they stay;

No passing of time can take them away.

Rob will repose at his late residence on Sunday, 14th December, from 12.00pm to 9.00pm, and on Monday, 15th December, from 12.00pm to 9.00pm.

Family time, please, on the morning of the funeral.

The funeral cortege will leave his home on Tuesday morning at 10.30am, travelling to Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan, for a 1.00pm Memorial Ceremony, followed by cremation.

The Memorial Ceremony can be viewed at: www.churchservices.tv/lakelands Password: Crem16T

Family flowers only, please. Wake and Funeral private to family and friends.

Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so in the section below.

09/12/2025

The 1st Anniversary Mass details of the late LEXIE ROSS, Dunmore, Carrigans.

08/12/2025

The obituary notice of the late
TINA DUFFY, Cottage Farm, Newtowncunningham.

The death has occurred at the Donegal Hospice of Tina Duffy (née McGee), Cottage Farm, Newtowncunningham, Co. Donegal, F93 Y0Y9.

Tina will be lovingly missed by her husband William, daughters Emma (Shaun) and Tara (Lee), grandchildren Gracie and Olivia, sisters Dolores McNulty, Carmel McDaid, Veronica Burns, Teresa Carlin, brothers Tommy McGee and Liam McGee, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and all her extended family and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents William and Gracie, and brothers John and Barney, brothers-in-law Oliver McDaid, Seamus McNulty and Jim McDevitt. May they all rest in peace.

Deep are the memories, Precious they stay;
No passing of time Will take them away.

Funeral Arrangements
Removal: From Kelly’s Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe, F93 KP0N, on Tuesday 9th December at 2:00pm, going to her late residence to repose for wake until 10:00pm.
Wake: Tuesday 9th December 3:00pm to 10.00pm and Wednesday 10th December from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
Family Time: Morning of the funeral, please.
Funeral: Cortege leaving her late residence on Thursday 11th December at 10:30am in the morning going to All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham, for 11:00am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
The Mass can be viewed online at www.newtownkilleaparish.com.

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Donegal Hospice directly via https://www.idonate.ie/donate/cause/donegalhospice or c/o any family member, or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

One Way system is in place, please follow the signs. Additional parking available in Duffy Express Freight yard.

Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so in the section below.

04/12/2025

The obituary notice of the late
SARAH MCCRORY

The death has occurred of Sarah McCrory (née Doherty), Cavanacor, Ballindrait, Co. Donegal, F93 EH64.

Lovingly missed by her daughters and sons: Majella, Carmel, Mary, Patrick, Catherine, Maureen, Martin, and Pearse; her sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother Danny Doherty, nieces, nephews, and all her extended family and friends.

Sarah was predeceased by her husband Liam, parents Thomas and Elizabeth, sisters Eileen Hamilton and Kathleen Lynch, and son-in-law Danny Gillespie. May they all Rest in Peace.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Removal from Kelly’s Funeral Home this evening, Thursday 4th December, at 4.30 p.m., going to her late residence, Cavanacor, Ballindrait, for wake. Reposing all day Friday 5th December.

Funeral from her late residence on Saturday morning, 6th December, at 10.30 a.m., going to St. Patrick’s Church, Murlog, for 11.00 a.m. Requiem Mass, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed online at: https://clonleighparish.com/we**am-watch-live/

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Patient Comfort Fund, Letterkenny University Hospital, c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.

Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so in the section below.

02/12/2025

The obituary notice of the late
LOUISE O’LOUGHLIN.

The sudden death has occurred of Louise O’Loughlin, 12 Castle Grove, Raphoe, Co. Donegal, F93 HK31.

Lovingly missed by her father Pauric, stepmother Roberta, son Eoghan, daughter Kai, and her sisters and brothers: Carmel (Declan), Katrina, Shaun (Leanne), Janice (Kevin), Leanne, Deborah (Jason), Bobby, Stephen, Natalie, and Ryan. Deeply regretted also by her nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Louise was predeceased by her mother Patricia and her sister Annmarie. May they all rest in peace.

A silent thought, a quiet prayer, For a special person in God’s care.

Funeral Arrangements:
Louise will repose at her late residence this evening,
Tuesday, 2nd December, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Wednesday, 3rd December, from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Rosary will be recited on both evenings at 9:00 pm.

The funeral cortege will leave her late residence on Thursday morning, 4th December, at 11:30 am, proceeding to St. Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, for 12:00 noon Requiem Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The Funeral Mass may be viewed online via the parish we**am:

https://parishofraphoe.ie.

Family time, please, on the morning of the funeral.

Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so in the section below.

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