The peaceful death has taken place at his home on Sunday 6th September 2026 of Hugh Wells, Dooballagh, Letterkenny.
Deeply missed by his loving wife May, son Nicholas, daughters Pauline, Catherine, Claire, Laura and their partners, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sister Tina Kelly, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of family, friends and neighbours.
Hugh is predeceased by his parents Paddy and Nora, brothers Pascal and Decky.
May Hugh Rest in Peace.
Hugh will repose at his late residence on Monday 7th September with house private please.
Reposing at Lily Hill Funeral Home & Crematorium, Mountain Top, Letterkenny F92 PX3R on Tuesday 8th September from 6pm until 8pm where you are welcome to come and pay your respects.
Service there on Wednesday 9th September at 12 noon followed by cremation.
Family flowers only please.
If you would like to leave a message of condolence for the family, please do so in the Condolences section below.


Heartfelt sympathy to May and all the Wells family. Praying for you at this sad time. May Hugh rest in peace.
Deepest sympathy to Tina, Hugh’s family, and all the extended Wells family on the death of Hugh. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Our Sincere & Heartfelt Condolences to May, Pauline, Nicholas, Cathereen, Claire & Laura, Hugh’s sister Tina Kelly & all his extended Family & many Friends. May his Soul Rest in Eternal Peace with all those gone before him. You are all in our thoughts & Prayers during this very Sad & Difficult time.๐๐. Eileen & Josie Gallagher & Family
Deepest condolences to May, Nicholas,Pauline, cathereen, Claire and Laura.
To all of the extended family and friends we offer our prayers for you all at this difficult time rest in peace Hughie ๐
My Sincere condolences to May and Wells family on the passing of Hugh. Thinking of you all at this sad time. May his soul rest in peace. For short time l knew Hugh a gentleman always welcoming to his home.