By Niamh McGovern A FERMANAGH man who was killed in one of Donegal’s ‘worst ever sea disasters’, was remembered at a 50th anniversary Mass last week. Large crowds gathered at St Columba’s Church, Burtonport on Tuesday (January 7), to mark exactly 50 years since the crew of the Evelyn Marie tragically lost their lives when their fishing […]
Fr Gary on death of his mother and health struggles
FR Gary Donegan has experienced a difficult 12 months following the complete loss of vision in his right eye and the death of his mother, Christina, just days into 2025. The 60-year-old Newtownbutler priest, who suffered a bleed in his eye in late 2023, underwent four extensive operations but has now lost all sight in his […]
Lisbellaw Utd mourns loss of founding members
LISBELLAW United Football Club is deeply saddened by the passing of Mervyn Gamble and Raymond James O’Donnell, both of whom were founding members of the local soccer club. Mervyn Gamble, formerly of Faughard in Lisbellaw, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. He was one of the founding members of the club in 1958 and […]
Fermanagh pays tribute to GAA referee John Murphy
THE Derrygonnelly and Fermanagh community has united in grief following the death of well-known GAA referee and father-of-three, John Murphy, who passed away on New Year’s Eve after a battle with cancer. Formerly of Rosnarick Close in Derrygonnelly and more recently of Rossview in Lisnaskea, Mr. Murphy died in the Palliative Care Unit in Omagh. […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Rachel O’Connor (née Garvin), 228 Brollagh Road, Belleek, Co. Fermanagh, BT93 3FU. Rachel passed peacefully, with her loving family, in the Palliative Care Unit, Omagh. Remains will repose at her residence for a walk-through wake on Thursday from 2pm to 8pm with house private at all other times. Removal to […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Hughie Baird R.I.P, Died 27th December 2024, (34 Townhill Park, Irvinestown BT94 1GH) Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen Co. Fermanagh. Dearly loved husband of Jean, much loved father of Francis (Naty), Mark (Mandy), Paula (Alan) and Shane. Loving grandad of Harley, Cody, Jude and Daniel. Family home […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
TELFORD, December 28, 2024 at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen. Mervyn John. Beloved Husband of Kathleen, 150 Lettermoney Road, Ballinamallard, Co Fermanagh and dear father of the late Ruth. Funeral service in Magheracross Parish Church, Ballinamallard on Monday at 1.30pm followed by interment in Sydare Cemetery. House strictly private. Family will meet friends at […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Ronan O’Hare. Peacefully 26th December 2024, late of 44, Dairies Little, Monea BT93 7BJ. Much loved husband of Julie and dearly loved father of Sophie, devoted grand dad to Theo and Abel. Dear brother of Nuala, Siobhan (Gavin) and Eoin (Lisa). Predeceased by his parents Sean and Sheila. Everyone is […]
Sadness at death of well-known Enniskillen businessman
THE Enniskillen and wider Fermanagh community has been left saddened following the death of Ronan O’Hare, a well-known and respected businessman in the town. Mr O’Hare, who formerly owned Pat’s Bar in Enniskillen, passed away last night (Thursday, December 26) following a battle with illness. Funeral details are still to be confirmed. To read more […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Bridie Cassidy (Nee McManus) Late of Derryvarymore, Derrygonnelly, Co. Fermanagh. BT93 6JN. Peacefully 25th December 2024 at the South West Acute Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Eugene and loving mother of Mark (Nicki), Maeve (Brian), Therese (Colm), Regina (Richard), Eoghan (Jackie) and Eibhlin. Will be sadly missed by her […]