Colton Anthony, Dromore, Co Tyrone, formerly of 20 Tummery Road, Shanmullagh, Dromore, Co Tyrone, BT78 3JJ, died peacefully in the South West Acute Hospital, on Wednesday 9th September 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Dympna. Treasured father of Sean, Deborah Bradley (Noel), Nuala, Maura Gallagher (Mark), Martina, Conor (Sandra), Paul (Noleen) and Sarah Gallagher (Andrew). Loving and devoted grandfather to his 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Cherished brother of Mary Mullan, Hughie, Rosie, Brian, Martin and the late Tommy, Kate Brogan, Eamon, Sally McMenamin, Eileen McManus and babies Maura and Bridie.
Anthony will be reposing in his late residence from 4pm until 9pm on Thursday 10th September 2026 and from 2pm until 9pm on Friday 11th September 2026. House private on morning of funeral.
Anthony will leave his late residence at 10.20am on Saturday 12th September 2026 for 11am requiem Mass in St Davog’s Church Dromore, followed by his burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
For those who wish to show a presence on the funeral route, Anthony will travel from the Tummery Road, and along Church Street, Main Street and the Omagh Road, to arrive at St. Davog’s Church for 10.50am.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, daughters, daughters in law, sons in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, in laws, nephews, nieces, and entire family circle and, friends. St. Padre Pio Pray for him.
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My sincerest sympathy to Nuala and the extended Colton family on the passing of your father. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Dear Nuala and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the sad passing of your Dad. Thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Sincere sympathy to Nuala and family. May your dad rest in eternal peace.
Nuala and family, I’m very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Thinking of you all. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely sympathies to Nuala and all the Colton family on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May Anthony rest in eternal peace.
Nuala, so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Thinking of you and your family at this time. May he rest in peace.
Deepest sympathies Nuala and to all your family on the sad passing of your dear dad. I am thinking of you all at this very sad time. RIP
Dearest Nuala and family,
Most sincere condolences on the passing of Anthony.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Much love,
Louise
Skerries
Sincere sympathy to Nuala and the extended Colton Family on the very sad passing of your Father Anthony. I hope your special memories give you some comfort in the days and weeks ahead. May Anthony rest in eternal peace.
Sincere sympathy to Nuala and all your family on the sad passing of you dad. May he rest in peace.
Nuala and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear dad. Thinking of you all and may he rest in peace.
Deepest sympathies to Nuala, family and friends- I am thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Nuala and all the Colton extended family and friends, my sincere sympathy on the passing of your beloved Dad. May he rest in peace. Thinking of all of you at this sad time.
Nuala and Family, Sincere condolences on the passing of your dear father. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Conor, Sandy, Ronan & Pauric our sincere condolences to you and all the Colton Family at this time on the sad passing of Anthony. May he rest in peace 🙏🏻
Dear Nuala, sincere condolences to you and all your family on the loss of your dad. Thinking of you at this difficult time. May he rest in peace. 🕊️
Dear Nuala and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your lovely dad rest in peace.
Dear Nuala and family.
My thoughts and are with you all at this very sad time.
May your dad RIP
Sinead Donnelly
Dear Dympna and Family,
My sincere condolences to you all on the death of your husband and father. I am saddened to read of his death at this time.
Be assured of my thoughts and prayers for you all during these days of sadness and loss, and for the happy repose of Anthony’s gentle soul. May he rest in peace.
Dear Nuala, my deepest condolences to you and your family during this very difficult time. My thoughts are with you. May he rest in peace.
So sorry to hear the sad news of your dads passing Nuala. May he rest in peace and thinking of you at this difficult time.
Dear Nuala, my sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dear Dad. My he rest gently.
Heartfelt condolences to all the Colton clan and extended families and friends. Anthony left his mark on people young and old alike. He was some communicator and a great family man! He loved and loved life to the full. We know he’s left you all with treasured memories. May he Rest in Peace
Sincere sympathy to Nuala and all the family on the sad loss of your Dad – Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. May your cherished and loving memories of him sustain you at this very difficult time.
Nuala and family, I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. May he Rest in Peace