Joan Duffy, a resident of Ballyshannon Community Hospital and formerly of The Rock Road, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, passed away peacefully on 14th June 2026. According to her family, she died while surrounded by loved ones at Sligo University Hospital. Funeral services are scheduled to take place in Bundoran and Ballyshannon on 16th and 17th June.
Did You Know? The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Patients Comfort Fund at Ballyshannon Community Hospital, with collection points provided at both the funeral home and the church.
Funeral and Burial Arrangements
Public visitation for Joan Duffy will be held at Breslin’s Funeral Home in the West End of Bundoran on Tuesday, 16th June, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The following morning, 17th June, a removal will take place at 10:30 a.m. to St. Joseph’s Church in The Rock, Ballyshannon.
The Mass of the Resurrection is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church. Following the service, the burial will be held at St. Ninnidh’s Cemetery in Newtown, Bundoran. The family has specified that the house will remain private.
Digital Access and Memorial Contributions
For those unable to attend in person, the funeral mass will be broadcast live via the Breslin Funeral Home & Cremation Services Facebook page. Condolences may be submitted privately through the official website at http://www.breslinfunerals.ie or via the portal provided for the Granaghan family.
Expert Insight: The inclusion of digital streaming options and online condolence portals has become a standard practice in Irish funeral arrangements. This shift ensures that extended family members and friends, regardless of their location, can participate in the remembrance process, reflecting a broader trend in how communities maintain social support systems during periods of grief.
What Happens Next
Following the burial service on 17th June, the family will likely transition to a period of private mourning. As the funeral proceedings conclude, the focus for the community will shift toward the long-term recognition of the care provided by local institutions. The family has publicly expressed gratitude to the staff at both the Ballyshannon Community Hospital and the Sligo University Hospital A&E Department for their support during the final stages of Duffy’s life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the funeral mass be held?
The Mass of the Resurrection will be held at St. Joseph’s Church, The Rock, Ballyshannon, at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 17th June.
How can I offer my condolences?
Condolences can be left privately at http://www.breslinfunerals.ie or through the designated online condolence section.
Are flowers requested for the funeral?
No, the family has requested family flowers only and suggests donations to the Patients Comfort Fund at Ballyshannon Community Hospital instead.
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