The death has occurred, with the exceptional care and compassion of the staff of the Stroke Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital, of Mary Bovaird (née O’Kane), 320 Ard Baithin, St. Johnston, Co. Donegal. F93 W0VK
Mary will be deeply and lovingly missed by her sons, Ciaran (Tina), Mark (Alison), Darren (Nicola), and Glenn (Jennifer); her cherished grandchildren; her brothers, Thomas, Phillip, and Declan; her sister, Bríd; her brother-in-law and sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews; and by all her extended family, neighbours, and many friends.
Predeceased by her beloved husband, Hugh; her parents, Matthew and Agnes O’Kane; and her brother, Paul.
May they all rest in peace.
A silent thought, a quiet prayer,
For a special person in God’s care.
Wake Arrangements
Mary will repose at her late residence:
- Friday, 18th September, from 7.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m.
- Saturday, 19th September, from 11.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.
Funeral Arrangements
The funeral cortege will leave her late residence at 11.45 a.m. on Sunday morning, proceeding to St. Baithin’s Church, St. Johnston, for 12.15 p.m. Requiem Mass, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, to the Stroke Unit, Letterkenny University Hospital, care of any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe.
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