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Teresa Downes DC*HS (née McDonnell)

Barna Road, Galway and formerly Killala, Co. Mayo. On 5th August, 2023 Teresa died very peacefully at home.

Beloved wife and best friend of the late Donal and much loved mother of Donal Jnr., Orla Mc Keating (Dublin), Karina McDonnell (Naas), Brian (Limerick) and Adrian.

Predeceased by her parents Michael and Bridget and siblings Paddy, Maureen, Jack, Pauline, Tommy, Phyllis and Nancy. 

Mourned and sadly missed by her loving sons and daughters, daughters-in-law Saundra, Olive and Clare, sons-in-law Kevin and Tadhg, adored grandchildren Philip, Henry, Aoife, David, Cialann, Comhghall, Tim, Kate, Brian, Emma, Siobhán and Shane, her seven great grandchildren,  the extended Downes and

McDonnell family, neighbours and friends. 

Reposing at St. Anthony's Room within the Church of St. John the Apostle, Knocknacarra, Galway on Thursday, 10 August from 5 p.m. with Removal into the Church at 7.00 p.m.  Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Teresa at 12 noon on Friday, 11 August and following Mass she will be laid to rest in Rahoon cemetery,  House Private Please.

Oh Mary my Mother and my hope I take refuge under thy mantle. 

There I will live and die.

Deliver me from sin and grant me thy holy blessings.

 

Live Streaming link for Mass   https://www.churchtv.ie/knocknacarra/

Book of Condolence  If you would like to leave a personal message of sympathy for Teresa’s family please find the online book of Condolence below.  The family would like to thank you for your thoughtfulness at this time.

 

 

John and Monica O'Malley, Castlebar
Sincere sympathies to Brian and all the family. RIP
John and Nuala Gallagher Killala
Sincere sympathy to the Downes family also the McDonnell and McLoughlin families on the sad passing of Teresa .Pleasent memories of visits to Cortoon an d her laughter and fun.R I P Teresa.
Mcgregor family Killala
Deepest sympathy to the Downes and McDonnell families from the McGregor family Leadymore.
Brian and Mary O Reilly Ballynew Castlebar
Sincere sympathy to Donal Jnr. Orla, Karina, Brian and Adrian to the extended Downes and McDonnell families on the sad passing of Teresa. beloved wife of her late husband Donal.She was a lovely lady and we enjoyed very much meeting up with Donal and herself from time to time. May her kind and gentle soul rest in peace.
Liamy Mac Nally, Westport
Deepest sympathy to the Downes family. May Teresa rest in peace. May He who began the good work in Teresa bring it to completion in Christ. She was always a joy to meet, as was Donal, great people. They both did much selfless work, may they be rewarded for their kindnesses and generosity. Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a h-anam dílis.
John Healy Castlebar
Deepest sympathy on Teresa's passing a good friend of many years. Reunited now with her best friend. She was a most friendly and kind lady. RIP
Mary Treacy
My deepest condolences to the Downes and Mc Donnell family on the passing of Teresa. May her soul rest in peace.
Mary Treacy. Ballina
My deepest condolences to all the McDonnell, McLaughlin and Caroll families on the passing of Teresa. May her soul rest in peace.
Kevin Lavelle, London
So sorry on the loss of your mother. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Rest in peace Teresa
Johnny Mee, Castlebar
My deepest sympathy to the Downes family on the death of Teresa.
Una and Frank Doyle
Sincere condolence to the Downes and McDonnell families on Teresa’s death
Colin Lavelle, London and Louisburgh
Deepest condolences to all the Downes family on the sad passing of your mother. Both Theresa and Donal were great friends of my parents and I have fond memories of them both. May Theresa’s soul rest in peace.
Noel, Martina Maughan & family, Ballycastle
Deepest sympathy to the Downes and McDonnell families on the passing of Teresa. May Teresa rest in peace.
Tony and Breda McGuire Palmerstown Killala
We offer you all our sincere sympathies on the passing of your beloved mother,grandmot her greatgrandmothe r, aunt, friend and neighbour Tersa,May she now rest in peace Amen.
Tommy & Jo Lyons, Ballina
With our deepest sympathy to the Downes family on the sad passing of your Mum. We have many happy memories of times spent in the company of your wonderful parents. They were great friends of my parents Tony & Mary Lavelle. May Teresa’s kind & gentle soul rest in peace.
Padraig /Dorothy Flynn Castlebar
Our Sincere Sympathy to all the DOWNES FAMILY
Sally Dunleavy and family Castlebar.
Deepest sympathy to the Downes family on the death of your mother. Teresa and Donal were good friends of my late husband Séan. Rest in Peace with your beloved Donal.
Neary Family, Blackfort, Castlebar.
Deepest sympathy to the Downes Family on the death of your mother, Teresa. May she rest in peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
The Bell Family
Deepest sympathy to the Downes Family, her nieces and nephews. May Theresa’s soul rest in peace.
James O'Hora & Bernie Munnelly killybrone
Deepest sympathy to Downes and McDonnell families on the passing of Teresa. May she rest in peace
Jerry and Teresa Cowley
Rest in Peace Teresa - a beautiful Lady. Condolences to all the family at this sad time.
Michael Donnelly, Ballyheane Castlebar
Deepest sympathy to the Downes family on the passing of Teresa. May she Rest in Peace
Deepest sympathy to the Downes family on the passing of Teresa. May she Rest in Peace
Padraic and Kitty Geraghty and family, Kilsallagh
Deepest sympathy to the Downes family at this sad time. Teresa was a very good friend of ours. May she rest in peace.
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