Obituary:
Rafferty (Glenullin), Mary

Rafferty (Glenullin)

February 20, 2023

Rafferty (née Burke) Glenullin 20th February 2023.

Peacefully at home, Mary Elizabeth R.I.P. beloved wife of the late Dessie R.I.P.; loving mother of Colette (McGrath), Goretti (O’Kane), Basil, Annette, Kieran, Joan (Boyle), Kevin, Donna (Guy), Roisin (McAlister) and the late Christina (O’Kane); dearest mother-in-law and much adored grandmother to her 31 grandchildren.

Dear sister of Danny, Eileen McClements, Celine McAllister, Bridie, Patricia Keenan, James, Bernadette Farren, Christina Steenson, Tommy, Carmel Quigg and the late Rose Hegarty and Infant John.

N.B. Mary’s wake will commence this evening (Monday) at 6pm. Family time from 10pm to 11am.

Funeral from her late residence, 12 Drumbane Road, Garvagh, BT51 5DR, on Wednesday at 11:45am for 12:30pm Requiem Mass in St. Joseph’s Church, Glenullin.  Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Our Lady of Knock pray for her.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and the entire family circle.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St Joseph’s Church, Glenullin Renovation Fund cheques payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera St. Kilrea. BT51 5QL.


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  • Narelle, Michael, Roisin and Richard Collins

    22 Feb 2023

    Remembering my Aunt Mary who was a true lady and very kind to us in all ways. We will miss not seeing her when we visit in the Summer. Our deepest condolences to all of her family. Sending lots of love to you all from over here in Melbourne, Australia.

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