The death has occurred of Michael D. Doherty, late of 109 Bluebell Woods, Maree Road, Oranmore, Co. Galway, and formerly of ‘Aisling’, Lifford Road, Raphoe, Co. Donegal, who died on 28th October 2026, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, after a long illness bravely borne.

Beloved husband of the late Teresa, adored father of Michéle (Crowe) (Tipperary), Deirdre, Ursula (Flynn) and Siobhán (Stack) (Galway). Deeply regretted by his sons-in-law Seamus, Tommy and Tony, brother Kieran (Carndonagh), sisters-in-law Frances and Maura, brother-in-law Fergus McCarron, grandchildren Aisling, Eimear, Roisin, Ciara, Aaron, Oisín, Áine and Micheál, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Funeral Arrangements

Friday, 30th October 2026

Reposing at his home in Oranmore, Co. Galway (H91 K4VR) from 2.00pm to 8.00pm.

Saturday, 31st October 2026

Remains arriving at St. Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, Co. Donegal (F93 HX20) at 5.00pm.

Sunday, 1st November 2026

Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Michael in St. Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, Co. Donegal (F93 HX20) at 11.00am, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed live via the parish webcam:

The family wish to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Adrian Carney and the staff of Roshill Medical Centre, Galway; Greg Cleary and the staff of Oranmore Pharmacy; the staff of University Hospital Galway; his carers; and Galway Hospice, for the exceptional care, kindness and compassion shown to Michael throughout his illness.

Family flowers only, please.

Donations in memory of Michael, if desired, would be greatly appreciated by Galway Hospice and may be made via www.galwayhospice.ie/donate.

or c/o Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe, Co. Donegal.