McGennity Funeral Directors & Stone Masons

McGennity Funeral Directors & Stone Masons Mc Gennity Funeral Directors, a family run, family orientated business, offering a caring, sympathetic service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Acknowledgement from the family of the late Lilian Downey – R.I.P.We, the family of the late Lilian Downey (nee Ramsey),...
14/11/2025

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Lilian Downey – R.I.P.

We, the family of the late Lilian Downey (nee Ramsey), would like to express our heartfelt thanks to all those who sympathised with us on the recent loss of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.

Thank you to all who sent messages of condolence, mass cards, attended the wake and funeral and sent beautiful floral tributes.

We wish to thank Dr Giby and the team at Meigh Surgery for the amazing care and treatment given to Mum over the last number of years.
Thanks to Richard Garvey and the staff at Meigh Pharmacy and to the entire Enable Care Services team for your great care and support. Special thanks to Martin, Caroline, Perpetua and all those who cared for Mum in any way.

Thanks to Fr. Clyne & Fr. Naughton for celebrating a very fitting funeral mass, Andrea Delaney and Danny McGreevy for the beautiful music and Eamon Murphy (EM Media) for recording the requiem mass.

Thanks to McGennity Funeral Directors who provided support and conducted the funeral arrangements with great dignity and professionalism.

Finally, we wish to express our sincere gratitude to the many extended family members, friends and all those who visited and spent time with Mum over the years, it was greatly appreciated.

Lilian’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 30th November at 10am in St. Joseph’s Church, Meigh.

Our Lady Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her. May she rest in eternal peace.

Acknowledgement from Malachy, Fiona and Shea of the late Gerry O’Meara - R.I.P.We wish to express our sincere and heartf...
13/11/2025

Acknowledgement from Malachy, Fiona and Shea of the late Gerry O’Meara - R.I.P.

We wish to express our sincere and heartfelt thanks to all who offered their sympathy and supported us during our recent bereavement.

We are very grateful to our wider family, friends and visitors who brought food, helped out, attended the wake and funeral and also donated to Evora Hospice.

We wish to thank Ann’s Home Care, the district nurses, Macmillan, Cornmarket Surgery, Meigh Pharmacy and Evora Hospice, all of whom provided wonderful support and care during Gerry’s illness.

A special thanks to family and lifelong friends of Gerry who continued to visit him both at home and in Evora Hospice and to the I.N.F. for the guard of honour.

To Fr. Seamus for his pastoral care and celebrating the funeral mass and thanks also to the organist, singer and Eucharistic ministers.

To the Flagstaff Lodge for the lovely meal after the funeral.

To McGennity Funeral Directors for the dignified and professional manner with which they carried out the funeral arrangements.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgment will be accepted as an expression of our sincere gratitude.

Gerry’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at 10am on Sunday 23rd November in The Sacred Heart Church, Cloughoge.

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Patrick Braniff - R.I.P.Patrick’s parents Thomas and Helena, brother Thomas,...
12/11/2025

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Patrick Braniff - R.I.P.

Patrick’s parents Thomas and Helena, brother Thomas, sisters Michelle, Deirdre and Louise would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us on our recent bereavement.

Thank you to all who attended the wake and funeral, friends and neighbours who expressed their condolences at this very difficult time.

We wish to thank the staff of Bluestone, Craigavon Hospital for their care and kindness to Patrick during his time with them.

Thank you to Fr Naughton for celebrating the Requiem Mass and to Kerrie Kennedy for the lovely music at the mass. Thank you to McGennity Funeral Directors who conducted the arrangements, to John Magee, Warrenpoint for providing the food after the funeral and to Carrickcruppen Club for the use of the hall.

Patrick’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 22nd November at 6.30pm in The Church of the Sacred Heart, Cloughoge.

May Patrick rest in peace.

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Bernard (Barney) Byrne - R.I.P.Barney’s wife Mary and family would like to e...
11/11/2025

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Bernard (Barney) Byrne - R.I.P.

Barney’s wife Mary and family would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us on our recent bereavement.

Thank you to all who called to the house, our dear friends who helped out during the wake and funeral, brought food, those who attended the wake and funeral and expressed their condolences at this difficult time.

We wish to thank the Trust Carers, the district nursing team, Dr Giby and the staff of Meigh Pharmacy for their care and attention.

A special thanks to Fr Naughton for the beautiful Requiem Mass and to Ellen Maguire and Kevy Canavan for the lovely music at the mass. Thank you to McGennity Funeral Directors who conducted the arrangements and to The Flagstaff Lodge for providing the food after the funeral.

Barney’s Month’s Mind Mass wil be celebrated on Sunday 16th November at 10am in St. Joseph’s church, Meigh.

May he rest in peace.

Funeral notice for the late Margaret McArdle - R.I.P.McArdle, Margaret – R.I.P. Late of 17 Parkview, Newtowncloughoge, ...
10/11/2025

Funeral notice for the late Margaret McArdle - R.I.P.

McArdle, Margaret – R.I.P. Late of 17 Parkview, Newtowncloughoge, Newry. 10th November 2025, peacefully at Evora Hospice, Newry. Beloved wife of the late Peadar, loving mother of Nessa (Angus), Maeve (Johnny) and the late Maura (Sandra), devoted granny to Ava, Paídí, Caoimhe and Rían, dear sister of Maura, predeceased by her brothers Francis and Noel.

Margaret’s remains are reposing at her late residence until removal on Wednesday morning (12th November) at 11.30am, arriving for Requiem Mass at 12.00 noon in The Church of the Sacred Heart, Cloughoge. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass will be live-streamed on the Upper Killeavy Parish website.

Our Lady Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Very deeply regretted by her entire family circle and friends.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired to Evora Hospice c/o the donations box in the family home.

May she rest in peace.

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Margaret McKenna - R.I.P.We, the family, would like to express our sincere g...
09/11/2025

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Margaret McKenna - R.I.P.

We, the family, would like to express our sincere gratitude to those who sympathised with us on the recent loss of our mother, wife, grandmother and aunt Margaret.

Thank you to all who attended the wake and funeral and expressed their condolences at this difficult time.

We wish to thank Ann's Home Care and Enable Home Care for caring for Margaret and Fainche and the district nursing team for providing care when needed.
We also wish to thank Evora Hospice for their services in Margaret's time of need.

A special thanks to Fr Naughton and Pat and Jacqueline McGennity for conducting the funeral arrangements at this difficult time.

Margaret's month’s mind mass wil be celebrated on Saturday 15th November at 6.30 pm in The Sacred HeartChurch, Cloughoge.

May she rest in peace.

Funeral notice for the late Thomas (John) Kennedy – R.I.P.Kennedy, Thomas (John) – R.I.P. Carlingford Lodge and formerly...
07/11/2025

Funeral notice for the late Thomas (John) Kennedy – R.I.P.

Kennedy, Thomas (John) – R.I.P. Carlingford Lodge and formerly of 263 Cedar Wood Park, Cox's Demesne, Dundalk. Passed away peacefully, 5th November 2025.

Predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret, and remembered with love by his devoted daughter Philomena, grandson Ciaran, son-in-law John and brother-in-law Sammy.

John’s remains will repose at his daughter Philomena’s home, 6 Glen Hill, Dublin Road, Newry on Saturday and Sunday. Removal on Monday morning (10th November) at 11.30am arriving for Requiem mass at 12pm in Church of the Assumption, Drumalane. Burial afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Dowdallshill, Dundalk.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Evora Hospice c/o donation box in the wake house.

Deeply regretted by his loving daughter, grandson, son-in-law, brother-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces, friends, and the wider family circle.

May he rest in peace

Funeral notice for the late Molly Ward - R.I.P.Ward, Molly - R.I.P. 40 Altnaveigh Park, Newry.Devoted wife of the late T...
06/11/2025

Funeral notice for the late Molly Ward - R.I.P.

Ward, Molly - R.I.P. 40 Altnaveigh Park, Newry.

Devoted wife of the late Tom, beloved daughter of the late Martin and Maggie McDonagh, adoring mother of Martin, Paddy, Margaret, Biddy and Eileen, also the late Brian, Tom, John, Gerard, Mary and Maggie.

Molly's remains will repose at McGennity's Funeral Home (18 Forkhill Road, Newry) today (Thursday) from 2-6pm and tomorrow (Friday) from 2-5pm when her remains will be brought to The Church of the Assumption, Drumalane, to repose overnight. Her Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 12 noon on Saturday in The Church of the Assumption, followed by burial afterwards in Cloughoge cemetery.

Our Lady Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Very deeply regretted by her children, her 55 grandchildren, her 180 great-grandchildren, her 32 great great-grandchildren, friends and the wider family circle.

May she rest in peace.

Funeral notice for the late Dorothy O'Hagan - R.I.P.O'Hagan, Dorothy - R.I.P. 2 Mullaghans Road, Mullaghbawn, BT35 9UX....
05/11/2025

Funeral notice for the late Dorothy O'Hagan - R.I.P.

O'Hagan, Dorothy - R.I.P. 2 Mullaghans Road, Mullaghbawn, BT35 9UX. 4th November 2025.

Devoted wife of the late Seán and loving mother to Sabina, Desmond, Teresa, Cyril, Matthew and Martha. Cherished grandmother of Catriona, Toby, Seán, Ciaran, Roisín, Eamonn, Rachel, Aisleen, Shane, Maeve, Ronan, Anna, Clare, Rose, Jenny, Amy, Lily, John and Erin. Beloved sister of Attracta and Joan.

Dorothy's remains will repose at her late residence on Wednesday and Thursday from 1pm to 9pm. Removal on Friday morning at 11.30am, arriving for Requiem Mass at 12 noon in St Mary's Church, Mullaghbawn. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Will be very sadly missed by her loving children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, sons-in-law, Brian, Brendan and Davie, daughters-in-law Theresa, Oonagh and Kerry, her friends and the wider family circle.

May she rest in peace.

Funeral notice for the late Charlie Smyth - R.I.P.Smyth, Charlie - R.I.P. Riverside Cottage, 27E Derrycraw Road, BT34 1R...
04/11/2025

Funeral notice for the late Charlie Smyth - R.I.P.

Smyth, Charlie - R.I.P. Riverside Cottage, 27E Derrycraw Road, BT34 1RG. 4th November 2025.

Predeceased by his devoted wife Kathleen, his brother Jim and sister Bernie.

Loving father of Pauline, Patricia, Martin, Deirdre and Kieran. Grandfather of Emma, Catherine, Grainne, Aoife and Alana and great-grandfather to Sophie, Emily, Jude and Louis.

Charlie’s remains will repose at his late residence on Wednesday and Thursday from 2pm until 9pm. Removal on Friday morning at 12.15pm, arriving for Requiem Mass at 1pm in St Catherine's Dominican, Newry. Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Church, Barr.

Our Lady Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for him.

Very deeply regretted by his loving children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, son-in-law, Paddy, daughters-in-law, Ann-Marie & Ann and the wider family circle.

No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Evora Hospice and Alzheimer's Society c/o the donations box in the family home.

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Patrick (Paddy) McGenity– R.I.P. We, the wife ,son, daughter and sister of t...
03/11/2025

Acknowledgement from the family of the late Patrick (Paddy) McGenity– R.I.P.

We, the wife ,son, daughter and sister of the late Paddy McGenity Ballynamadda Road Drumintee; wish to express our sincere and heartfelt thanks to all who offered their sympathy and supported us during the recent bereavement of our dear husband and father.

We are very grateful to our wider family, friends and neighbours who sent Mass cards, sympathy cards, brought food and sent flowers and who attended the wake and funeral. Your presence meant a lot and was very much appreciated.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Paramedics and staff of Craigavon Area Hospital who cared for Paddy in his final hours and for their support, professionalism and empathy. Also to Dr Giby and staff for his care and support and also to Meigh pharmacy.
Thank you to the carers and district nursing team for their support.

A special word of thanks to Fr Seamus White and Deacon George who celebrated the funeral mass.

Thanks to Ciaron and Catriona Murphy for the beautiful music during the mass and to Eamon Murphy for the live stream.


Finally, special thanks to McGennity’s Funeral Directors, for their support, guidance, dedication and professionalism during this sad time.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude.

Paddy’s month's mind mass will be celebrated on Sunday 9th November at 11:00am in St Patrick’s Church Drumintee.


Always missed by his wife, son, daughter, sister, grandchildren, great grandchildren and family circle.

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his gentle soul.

Funeral notice for the late Seán Forde - R.I.P.Forde, Seán - R.I.P. 10 Ardaveen Avenue, Dublin Road, Newry (Formerly Ho...
02/11/2025

Funeral notice for the late Seán Forde - R.I.P.

Forde, Seán - R.I.P. 10 Ardaveen Avenue, Dublin Road, Newry (Formerly Hollybrook, Co. Mayo). 31st October 2025. Beloved husband of Jacinta, father of John (Louise), Declan (Donna), Andrew (Luisa) and Daniel (Sarah), grandfather of Courtney, Georgia, Cate, Maeve, Sarah, Declan Jnr, Conor, Jack and Aoife; predeceased by his parents May and Malachy, and his sisters Mairead and Fionnuala.

Seán’s remains will repose at his late residence on Monday and Tuesday from 1pm until 9pm. Removal on Wednesday morning at 11.15am, arriving for Requiem Mass at 12 noon in The Church of the Sacred Heart, Cloughoge. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Our Lady Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for him.

Very deeply regretted by his loving wife, sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, siblings Malachy, Brian, Siobhán, Halogue and Andrew, brothers and sisters-in-law, and the extended family circle.

May he rest in peace.

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