Obituaries

The community of Buncrana has been shocked and saddened by the sudden death of a much-loved local woman, Sinead McLaughlin.…

The funeral service for tragic Moville mum-of-two Mary Whitters Borland will take place this Wednesday. Mary Josephine Whitters Borland, of…

There is a deep sadness in the Gweedore community following the passing of Daniel (Danny) Blair. Daniel, of Upper Dore…

There is widespread sadness among the local community and the music industry following the passing of legendary musician Ted Ponsonby.…

Richard Finney, one of Donegal’s best-known entrepreneurs, has passed away. The Counter Deli team has announced the sudden passing of…

The Inishowen and Greater Boston Irish communities are united in mourning following the passing of Kevin ‘Dodley’ McLaughlin. Kevin, a…

The funeral for young Strabane father Conor Browne will be held this Monday, it has been confirmed. Conor, aged 28,…

The Relay for Life Donegal community has expressed their grief over the passing of their dear friend and colleague Astrid…

Tributes have been paid from across Donegal to former Raphoe teacher and diocesan reader Margaret Boyd. Ms Boyd passed away…

The death has taken place of renowned Donegal broadcaster Seán Diver. Seán, from Coshclady in Bunbeg, was a well-known voice…

Tributes have been paid to Bishop Liam MacDaid, the former Bishop of Clogher, who passed away this week. Bishop MacDaid,…

There is widespread sadness across Donegal and beyond following the sudden passing of local disability campaigner Catherine Chan (nee Devine).…

The funeral of renowned Donegal bagpiper Alec Browne takes place today on Arranmore island. Hundreds are expected to bid a…

Popular hotel manager Seán McElwee will be laid to rest in Donegal this Monday. Mr McElwee, the General Manager of…

There is a deep sadness in Letterkenny and Belfast communities following the passing of gifted sportswoman Ciara Ferry. Ciara died…

There is much sadness across music circles in Donegal following the sudden death of well-known bagpiper Alec Brown. Mr Brown,…

The funeral for Strabane schoolgirl Holly Gormley will be held in Lifford this week. Holly, a much-adored 11-year-old, passed away…

Former Highland Radio presenter Danny Sharkey has passed away. Mr Sharkey, of Elaghbeg, Burnfoot, was also the former Principal of…

The funeral for Michael Jim Quinn, of Rossbracken Letterkenny and formerly of Backhill Buncrana, will take place this Wednesday, July…

There is shock and sadness in the Inishowen area and beyond following the sudden death of Jim Quinn. Michael Jim…