The community of Dunfanaghy and Creeslough is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Tony Bonar of Hornhead, who passed away on Sunday.
Dr. Bonar, fondly remembered as the local GP prior to his retirement, will be greatly missed as a compassionate and dedicated man.
“We have lost a dear friend and colleague,” said a tribute from Dunfanaghy & Creeslough Health Centre.
“The Doctors, Nurses and Administrative staff offer their sincerest condolences to Tony’s family.”
As a mark of respect, the surgery will be closed on Wednesday to allow colleagues to attend Dr. Bonar’s funeral.
Funeral Mass for Dr Bonar will take place in Holy Cross Church, Dunfanaghy on Wednesday 26th March 2025 at 12.00 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.
Dr Bonar is predeceased by his loving and much-loved wife Peronelle, his brothers Canon Hugo, Donal, Pearse, Kevin and Brendan and his sisters Brighdín (Kenny) and Maureen (Scally).
He is survived by his children Sarah, Richard, Catherine and Patrick, his adored grandchildren Alex, Aine, Ellie, Jamie and Molly, his brother Bosco, sisters-in-law Gillian and Bernadette, son-in-law Steve and daughter’s-in-law Jennifer and Nessa, his nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces, his extended family and also by his many friends and neighbours.
Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://mcn.live/Camera/holy-cross-church
Family time please from 10.00 p.m. to 11.00 a.m. and on the morning of the funeral.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, to The Donegal Hospice c/o any family or James Harkin, Funeral Director, Creeslough.
