Éamonn Andy McNeilis: Deeply regretted is the death of Éamonn Andy McNeilis, formerly of Middletown, Derrybeg, which occurred in London last week.
A son of the late Andy and Gracie McNeilis, he was aged 66 years. Éamonn spent most of his life living in London. This is the second bereavement suffered by the McNeilis family in recent months. At the end of August, Éamonn's sister, Miss Peggy McNe
ilis, a former nurse who lived in the family home in Middletown, passed away. His brother, Seán passed away a number of years ago. His funeral took place in London following mass. A Memorial Mass for the repose of his soul was celebrated in St. Mary's Church, Derrybeg, on Wednesday morning of this week. He is survived by four sons; sister, Máire Uí Bhriain, (Middletown), and brother, Pat McNeilis, (Middletown); sister-in-law, Nellie McNeilis; family circle, and friends, to all of whom deep condolences are extended.
Dublin Launch: The well known Gaoth Dobhair singer, Maria McCool will have a Dublin launch of her new CD in Cassidy's Pub, 42 Lower Camden Street, on Saturday, 5 December at 8.30pm. The owner of this establishment is a Donegal man, James O'Donnell, a brother of Daniel and Margo. The sixteen track CD titled 'Doagh' was launched in Gaoth Dobhair in August. Maria who is a teacher in Co. Meath is a daughter of Seán and Bríd Mac Cumhaill, An Charraig, Derrybeg. Doagh follows from Maria's first CD, 'Ailleog' which continues to attract universal acclaim.
Disabled Drivers Association: The sum of €301.51 in aid of the Disabled Drivers Association was collected outside St. Colmcille Church, Cnoc Fola.
North West Cancer Group: Mary McGinley, on behalf of the North West Cancer Group, wish to express her deep gratitude to Cumann na gCurach in Gaoth Dobhair for their generous donation of €1,500 which they raised through sponsorship by rowing in August last from Kincasslagh to Magheragallon. This money will go towards family and patient fund. Well done to everyone involved.
Collection of Goods: There will be a collection of goods for the Jason Clarke Charity Shop in Letterkenny taken up in the old St. Mary's Church, Derrybeg, this Saturday from 10am to 4pm. The following items are suitable for sale in the shop: adult clothes and shoes, good quality old jewellery, perfumes, toiletries, watches, videos, tapes, LPs CDs, books, unwanted gifts, etc. Please note, no furniture, furnishings, children's clothes, toys or broken items. Please note items should only be left in the old St.Mary's Church. Additional information available from Margaret Wilkie at 074 9121787, or 087 2602842.
Fógra: Beidh Seirbhís Cuimhneacháin na bliana seo do theaghlaigh a chaill mac no iníon go h-óg ar siúl i dTeach Pobal Mhuire, Na Doiri Beaga.ar an Mhairt 8ú Nollaig ar 8.00p.m. Lasfar coinneal in onóir na ndaoine óga nach bhfuil linn níos mo ag an ócáid speisialta seo. Ainmneacha úra a ghlacadh ag Susie i gceantar na Rossa 087 9253528. Olive i gceantar Gort a Choirce 074-9135305, Sadie Marie i gceantar an Fhalcarraigh 074-9135371. Síle i gceantar Ghaoth Dobhair, 086 7979336. Fáilte roimh achan nduine. Beidh sólaistí ar fáil ar an oíche.
Whist Drive: At the whist drive held in Scoil Mhuire, Derrybeg, on Monday 9th November, Mary Mulligan, Magheraclogher, with a score of 185 points won top score prize. First lady's prize with a score of 161 was won by Susan McCole, Dore, while second lady's prize with a score of 160 points went to Mary McGinley, Magheraroarty. First gent's prize with a score of 171 points was won by Sylvia Morgan, Cotteen, and second gent's prize with 166 points was won by Hughie Duffy, Annagry. The whist will be held again in Scoil Mhuire, Derrybeg on Monday night starting at 8.30pm.
Teacht le Cheile: Beidh Teacht le Chéile (Reunion) ag iar-scoláirí Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair, dinnéar agus damhsa in Óstan Ghaoth Dobhair, Dé Domhnaigh 27ú Nollaig ag 8.00 i.n. Beidh fáilte roimh na iar -scoláirí ó achan bhliain ó thosaigh an Pobalscoil ó 1973 ar aghaidh. Disco le Mr. Wilde. Ticéidí €35.00. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ó Shíle (086) 7979336, Rosaleen (087) 2188625, Pól (087) 4183006, nó Bríd (087) 6854089
Cumann na gCurach: Cumann na gCurach Ghaoth Dobhair weekly table quiz is held in Teach Sheáin Óig, Middletown every Thursday night. At last week's quiz the senior section was won by a team consisting of: Michael O'Donnell, Marie McGonagle, Dónal Curran and Hugh Beag Boyle. The novice section was won by a team of: Eibhlín Callaghan, Martha Nic Giolla Bhríghde, Séamus Ferry and Michael Rodgers.
Month's Mind Mass: The month's mind mass for the late Patrick Ferry, Meenacuing will be celebrated in St. Mary's Church, Derrybeg this Friday evening at 7pm. The month's mind mass for the late Frances (Fanny) Greene, Crolly, will be celebrated in St. Patrick's Church, Meenaweal this Sunday at 10am. The month's mind mass for the late Nellie Curran, Carrick, will be celebrated in St. Colmcille Church, Cnoc Fola this Sunday at 11am.
Collection: A church gate collection in aid of the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus will be taken up outside all the churches in the parish this weekend. Your generosity would be appreciated.
Bord na nÓg: Beidh bronnadh gradaim Bhord na nÓg CLG Ghaoth Dobhair na bliana seo ar siúl sa chlubtheach Dé Satharn an 28ú Samhain ar 5.00p. Tá cuireadh a thabhairt do imreoirí na bhfoirne uilig faoi 8 -16 a bheith i láthair. Beidh fáilte roimh thuismitheorí agus chaomhnóirí chomh maith.
Died in Glasgow: The death occurred in Glasgow last week of Charlie Duffy. The deceased who was aged 49 years, and is survived by his wife, Rosaleen Mhary Den Beag, who is originally from Dore, Bunbeg. He is survived by his wife, Rosaleen; three sons; a daughter; three sisters and a brother, and family circle, to all of whom deep sympathy is extended. His funeral took place in Glasgow.
Cnoc Fola Bingo: At last Sunday night bingo in Ionad Pobail Chnoc Fola the main prize winners were, 170 euro, Margaret McFadden, Cnoc Fola Cross. The following won 100 euro eqach: Ann Marie Carr, Derryconnor, Gortahork, Máire Gallagher, Factory Road, Derrybeg, Sarah Friel, Corveen, John Coll, Lunniagh and Marie La Reaux, Corveen.
Halloween Prize: The lucky winner of a two night holiday in a Sligo hotel which was the prize of a Halloween competition organised by Gallagher's Foodstore in Derrybeg was Annabell Lynch, Strand Road, Magheraclogher.
Biddy O'Donnell: The death occurred at Letterkenny General Hospital, on Monday, 2 November of Mrs. Biddy O'Donnell, Meenacuing. Aged 87 years, she was affectionately and better known in the locality as Biddy Mháire Chaitlín. A very kind and a friendly woman, she was married to Con O'Donnell, who was originally from Ardveen on the outskirts of Dungloe and he passed away fifteen years ago. Biddy spent her entire life living in Meenacuing, and she witnessed a major development there in the 50s with the setting up of the Turf Burning Station located a short distance from her home. She was a devoted mother and grand mother and she will be very sadly missed especially by her devoted grand children. Her funeral mass was celebrated in St. Mary's Church, Derrybeg, on November 4th. The celebrant of the mass was An Dr. Oirmh. Pádraig Ó Baoighill, Seiplineach Phobal Scoil Ghaoth Dobhair, who also officiated at the graveside. She was pre- deceased by her husband, Con, and by her brothers, Dominick and John. She is survived by her daughter, Mary McFadden, Lower Brinaleck; son, Charlie O'Donnell, Fair Hill, Dungloe; seven grand children, Pól and Marie McFadden, Bríd, Mary, Sheila, Martin and Michael O'Donnell; one sister, Mary McGee, who lives in Glasgow; son-in-law, Owenie McFadden and daughter-in-law, Sheila O'Donnell; family circle; relatives and friends, to all of whom deep sympathy is extended. Her month's mind mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Dunlewey on Sunday, 29th November at 10am.
Patrick Ferry: The death of Patrick Ferry, Meenacuing which occurred recently, caused widespread regret over a wide area. A diligent and hard worker, Patrick spent many years working in the former ESB Generating Station at Meenacuing.
The deceased liked working in the bog, and he ensured he had a plentiful supply of peat outside his home for plenty of heat during the long winter evenings. Patrick was known as a kind a quiet person, was an outstanding neighbour and was very popular with everyone who knew him. His funeral took place to Gortahork cemetery following his funeral mass which was celebrated in the Church of Christ the King, Gortahork. He is survived by his wife, Anna Ferry; brothers; sisters, nephews; nieces; relatives and friends, to all of whom sincere sympathy is extended. His month's mind mass will be celebrated in St. Mary's Church, Derrybeg, this Friday evening at 7pm.
