Foley & McGowan's Funeral Services

Foley & McGowan's Funeral Services A kind, supportive and highly professional service, at a time when you most need it. David McGowan, CEO and founder.

Our caring and dedicated members of staff are highly trained and exercise discretion and sensitivity at all times.

Carmel Mahon (nee Quinn)4 The Orchard, Kevinsfort, Sligo and formerly of 'Maridon", Thornhill, SligoDied 8th November, 2...
09/11/2025

Carmel Mahon (nee Quinn)
4 The Orchard, Kevinsfort, Sligo and formerly of 'Maridon", Thornhill, Sligo
Died 8th November, 2025

Peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after a long
illness, borne with inspirational resilience and dignity.

Pre-deceased by her parents, Don & Mary Quinn, Carmel will be
forever missed and lovingly remembered by her heartbroken husband Joe, daughter Laura, sons Mark & Conor, their spouses & partner Keith, Aileen & Katie, her adored grandchildren Rory, Luke & Jack, her sisters, Maria (Boon), Jean (DW), Deirdre (Schmidt), Bernie (Doyle), Caroline
(Whelan) and brothers Donal, Gerry and Damien and their spouses and families, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of friends and neighbours.

Rest in peace.
Carmel will repose at her residence (F91H2X3) On Monday evening from 5pm to 8pm.
Funeral will arrive at St Patrick’s Church, Strandhill (F91 P960) on Tuesday for 12 noon requiem mass, followed by burial in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Scarden.

Family home private at all other times, please.
You may follow Carmel’s requiem mass by following the link below.
https://www.churchservices.tv/strandhill

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to
Community Palliative Care team, North West Hospice, c/o
Foley and McGowan Funeral Home.

You may leave a message of condolence for Carmel’s family below.
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/carmel-mahon-nee-quinn/

Paschall de PaorGurteen, Co.Sligo and formerly of Doyle Street, Waterford.Died 5th November 2025At Sligo University Hosp...
06/11/2025

Paschall de Paor
Gurteen, Co.Sligo and formerly of Doyle Street, Waterford.
Died 5th November 2025

At Sligo University Hospital.

Predeceased by his father Billy.
He will be Sadly missed by his mother Marie, sisters Claire, Susan, Marteen, Stephanie, brothers-in-law Alan and Alec, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
At Rest.
Reposing at McGowan’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91AKW5) on Saturday 8th November from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, followed by Celebration of life and committal prayers.

you are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family below
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/paschall-de-paor/

Eileen Kearns (née McDonagh)Clapham North, South London (formerly Lissalough, Coolaney)Died 10th October , 2025 The dea...
04/11/2025

Eileen Kearns (née McDonagh)

Clapham North, South London (formerly Lissalough, Coolaney)

Died 10th October , 2025



The death has occurred of Eileen Kearns née McDonagh of Clapham North, South London peacefully at St Thomas’ Hospital, London surrounded by her loving family.

Eileen was predeceased by her parents Joe and Evelyn McDonagh (Lissalough).

Beloved wife of Michael, loving mother of Brenda, Michael and Fiona, and devoted nanny of Áine, Gabriel, Liam, Isabella, Max and Dexter.

She will be sadly missed by her husband, daughters, son, grandchildren, sister Mary, brother-in-law Peter, and brother Francie, sons-in-law Marcus and David, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.



May Eileen Rest in Peace.

Reposing at McGowan’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91AKW5) on Friday 7th November from 7:00pm with prayers at 8:00pm. Requiem Mass will take place at The Church of the Sacred Heart and St Joseph, Rockfield, Coolaney on Saturday 8th November 2025 at 12pm followed by burial in Kilmactranny Cemetery, via Geevagh, Co. Sligo.



You can stream Eileen’s funeral mass live by clicking the link below.

https://mcn.live/Camera/sacred-heart-and-st-joseph-church-coolaney



Family flowers only please.

Donations if desired to Dementia UK, care of The Foley and McGowan’s Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.

You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for her family on



https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/eileen-kearns-nee-mcdonagh/

Damien MonaghanSt. Joseph's Tce., Sligo.Died 2nd November 2025Peacefully in the wonderful care of the doctors, nurses an...
02/11/2025

Damien Monaghan
St. Joseph's Tce., Sligo.
Died 2nd November 2025

Peacefully in the wonderful care of the doctors, nurses and staff at The North West Hospice, Sligo.

Predeceased by his parents Mary and Eddie, his sister, Carmel McGowan and recently by his daughter-in-law Caíra.

Beloved father of Darran, sadly missed by his loving son, grandson, Kyrie, siblings, Mattie, Kieran, Carol, Tracy and Gary, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Rest in peace.

Reposing at McGowan’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Collooney on Tuesday from 5.30pm to 7.00pm, followed by Celebration of Life Ceremony at 7.00pm and Committal prayers in McGowan’s Crematorium.

Family flowers only.
Donations if desired to The North West Hospice c/o Foley and McGowan’s Funeral Home or by clicking on the link below.
https://www.northwesthospice.ie/donations/

You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family on the Foley & McGowan’s website
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/damien-monaghan/

Jimmy Kelly18 St. John's Tce. SligoDied 2nd November 2025Peacefully at St. John’s Community Hospital, Sligo. Jimmy, pred...
02/11/2025

Jimmy Kelly
18 St. John's Tce. Sligo
Died 2nd November 2025

Peacefully at St. John’s Community Hospital, Sligo.

Jimmy, predeceased by his parents Mary and Michael James, his siblings, Gerry, Paschal, Anthony, Paddy, Philomena, Bridgie, Mary, Eddie, Jimmy and William.

Beloved brother of Patricia Kelly (Grange), Bernadette Kelly (Rosses Point), Veronica Kelly (London), Maggie Martin (London) Geraldine Kelly (London), Martin (Sligo).

Sadly missed by his loving brother, sisters, in-laws, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Rest in peace.

Reposing at The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo, on Tuesday evening from 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm.
Funeral will arrive at St. Joseph’s Church, Ballytivnan on Wednesday morning for requiem mass at 11.00 am, followed by burial in Sligo Cemetery.

Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St. John’s Hospital Patient Comfort fund, c/o/ The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Sligo.

Jimmy’s mass may be followed by clicking on the link below
https://www.churchtv.ie/stjosephschurch/
You are welcome to leave a message of condolence on https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/jimmy-kelly/

Martin BrittonGlenmullen Court, Church Street, Sligo and formerly of Donegal Town.Died 29th October, 2025Peacefully, sur...
30/10/2025

Martin Britton
Glenmullen Court, Church Street, Sligo and formerly of Donegal Town.
Died 29th October, 2025

Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at St. John’s Community Hospital, Sligo.

Predeceased by his parents Matt Britton and Nancy Britton née Cooke (Waterford/Donegal Town).

Beloved father of Luke (USA).

He will be sadly missed by his son, brothers Jack (Donegal Town), Matt (Donegal Town), Gary (Dublin) and Raymond (UK), sister Ann Marie Byrne (Sligo), daughter-in-law Jess, Luke’s mother Patricia, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Rest in Peace

Reposing at The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo on Friday 31st October from 6:00pm with removal at 7:30pm to arrive at St. Anne’s Church, Sligo for 8:00pm. Requiem mass will take place on Saturday 1st November at 11:00am with funeral proceeding to McGowan’s Crematorium and Funeral Home, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91 AKW5) for a Cremation Service after.

You can stream Martin’s funeral mass live by following this link - https://mcn.live/Camera/st-annes-cranmore

Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Irish Cancer Society, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.

You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family below.
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/martin-britton/

Andrew Probst12 Kilbrone Drive, Strandhill, Sligo and formerly of 102 Doorly Park, Sligo.Died 29th October, 2025Peaceful...
29/10/2025

Andrew Probst
12 Kilbrone Drive, Strandhill, Sligo and formerly of 102 Doorly Park, Sligo.
Died 29th October, 2025

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at home.

Predeceased by his parents Mary and Hanz, mother-in-law Kathleen Carty and sisters Teresa and Erica.

Beloved husband of Patricia and dear father of Emily (Michael), Charlotte (Nigel), Tristan (Maeve) and Andreas (Megan).

He will be sadly missed by his wife, daughters, sons, grandchildren Joshua, Abigil, Jack, Arthur and Myles, brothers Martin and Karlheinz, sister Ursula, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Rest in Peace

Reposing at his residence (F91 XF75) on Thursday 30th October from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral will arrive to St. Anne’s Church, Sligo on Friday 31st October at 11:00am for requiem mass with funeral proceeding to St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Scarden, Sligo for burial after.

You can stream Andrew’s funeral mass live by following this link - https://mcn.live/Camera/st-annes-cranmore

Family flowers only. Donations if desired to North West Hospice, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.

You can leave a message of condolence for his family below.
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/andrew-probst/

Kevin Coyne1 Collery Drive, Cranmore, Sligo.Died 26th October, 2025Suddenly at his home.Predeceased by his parents Eilee...
27/10/2025

Kevin Coyne
1 Collery Drive, Cranmore, Sligo.
Died 26th October, 2025

Suddenly at his home.

Predeceased by his parents Eileen and Kevin, sister Bernie and his baby son Kevin.

Beloved husband of Betty, dear father of Eamon and father-in-law of Loretta.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, son, daugher-in-law, brother Charlie, sister Helen, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

Reposing at The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo (F91YR61) on Wednesday 29th October from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Funeral will arrive to St. Anne’s Church, Sligo on Thursday 30th October at 11:00am for Requiem mass with funeral proceeding to Sligo Cemetery for burial after.

You can stream Kevin’s funeral mass live by following this link - https://mcn.live/Camera/st-annes-cranmore

House private please.

Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Sligo Cancer Support Centre, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.

You can leave a message of condolence for his family below.
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/kevin-coyne/

24/10/2025

This is a beautiful Claddagh ring that a lovely client wanted to have their husband’s ashes inserted in. Watch this stunning transformation ✨ speak with Bríd about customising a ring to include hair or ashes of a loved one - 0719162140 / info@sligofuneralhome.ie

Patrick (Paddy) O’BeirneOld Cartron Hill, Sligo.Died 13th October, 2025Unexpectedly at his home.Predeceased by his siste...
17/10/2025

Patrick (Paddy) O’Beirne
Old Cartron Hill, Sligo.
Died 13th October, 2025

Unexpectedly at his home.

Predeceased by his sisters Sr. Sheila (USA), Peggy, Maureen and Elizabeth and brother Brian.

He will be sadly missed by his brother Michael, sister Joan, nieces, nephews, in-laws, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Rest in Peace

Reposing at McGowan’s Crematorium and Funeral Home, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91 AKW5) on Wednesday 22nd October from 11:00am with a Celebration of Life Service at 12:00pm.

You can stream Paddy’s Celebration of Life Service by following this link - https://www.mcgowanscrematorium.ie/service-livestream

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to Sligo Cancer Support Centre, care of The Foley and McGowan’s Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.

House private please.

You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family below.
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/patrick-paddy-obeirne/

Eamonn CostelloGlenmalure, Cummeen, Strandhill Rd, Sligo formerly of Shannon Eighter, Sligo.Died 14th October, 2025Peace...
16/10/2025

Eamonn Costello
Glenmalure, Cummeen, Strandhill Rd, Sligo formerly of Shannon Eighter, Sligo.
Died 14th October, 2025

Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in Sligo University Hospital.

Predeceased by his siblings Lily, Seán, Brian and Padraig.

Beloved husband of Una and dear father of Joanne and Damien.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, daughter, son, son-in-law John, Damien’s partner Louise, grandchildren Noah, Aaron and Eve, nieces, nephews, in-laws, relatives and friends.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

Reposing at The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo on Friday 17th October from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Funeral will arrive to St. Patrick’s Church, Strandhill, Sligo on Saturday 18th October at 3:00pm for funeral mass. Funeral will proceed to McGowan’s Crematorium, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91 AKW5) for Cremation Service after.

You can stream Eamonn’s funeral mass live by following this link - https://www.churchservices.tv/strandhill

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to North West Hospice, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.

House private please.

You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family below.

Braxton Lee Gethins29 Langan Drive, Cranmore, Sligo.Died 12th October, 2025Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family a...
14/10/2025

Braxton Lee Gethins
29 Langan Drive, Cranmore, Sligo.
Died 12th October, 2025

Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at Temple Street Hospital, Dublin following a tragic accident at home.

Adored son of Sheryll and Louise and much loved brother of Sunny and Reuben.

He will be sadly missed by his family, extended family and many friends.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace with the Angels

Reposing at 29 Langan Drive, Cranmore, Sligo on Friday 17th October from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral will arrive to St. Anne’s Church, Sligo on Saturday 18th October at 11:00am for Funeral mass. Funeral will proceed to Sligo Cemetery for burial after.

You can stream Braxton’s funeral mass live by clicking this link - https://mcn.live/Camera/st-annes-cranmore

Donations if desired to CHI at Temple Street Hospital, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.

You can leave a message of condolence for his family below.
https://www.sligofuneralhome.ie/braxton-lee-gethins/

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