McGirr Francis, Dromore, Co Tyrone, lately of 65 Dooish Road, Badoney, Dromore, BT78 3BA, and formerly of Garvaghey. Died peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital on Saturday 5th October 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Rita. Treasured father of Katrina, Michael, Gerard, Fionnuala, Joan and the late Sínead and Paul. Father in law to Gwawr, Gillian, Eamon and Mike. Loving and devoted Grandfather to Hannah, Sioned, Rory, Liam, Niamh, Freya, Gerwyn, Kate, John, Hugh, William and Finola. Cherished brother of Peter, Phyllis, Eileen and the late Fr. Michael, Paddy, Kevin, Charles, Mary and Isabelle.
Francis will be reposing in his late residence from 5pm until 10pm on Sunday 6th October and from 12noon until 9pm on Monday 7th October.
Francis will leave his late residence at 10.20am on Tuesday 8th October for 11am requiem mass in St Davog’s Church, Dromore, followed by his burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please with donations in lieu kindly accepted for Spirit of Paul McGirr and Stroke Unit SWAH c/o McAtee Funeral Directors.
For those who wish to show a presence on the funeral route Francis will travel from the Dooish Road, along Main Street and the Omagh Road to arrive at St Davog’s Church at 10.50am.
Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife, daughters, sons, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren, brother, sisters, nephews, nieces, extended family, friends and kind neighbours. Our Lady pray for him.
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Deepest condolences to the family.May he rest in peace.
During this difficult time, we hope you are finding peace and comfort from the many joyous memories you have together. You are all in our prayers. Sending you all so much strength and love from Charlotte!
Friends from Charlotte NC want the McGirr family to know that Joan, Mike, Hugh, William and Finola as well as all of Joan’s siblings, nieces and nephews and her mom are in our thoughts and prayers. We are grateful Joan can be with her family in Ireland during this time and to celebrate her father’s life.
We are so sorry for your loss of your dad. Sending you love and prayers. Love you!
Dearest Rita and Family, may God keep you strong at this difficult time and go on to help you all swaddle in the wonderful memories left by Francis. We admired Francis as the most decent of gentle men who’s kindness (and cheeky humour) we had the luck to enjoy. Deepest condolences and all out love, Quinns.
Praying for you Ms. Rita and your precious family. Mr. Frances was a lovely man who was a joy to know, kind to all. Praying for the Lord’s peace to cover your family as you navigate these next days. Much love from the states. Hugs ❤️
Deepest condolences to the whole McGirr family and friends. May God comfort you all. Love from the Simpson family in Zambia.
May he rest in eternal peace
Sincere condolences to Rita, Fionnuala, Katrina,Michael, Gerard Joan and extended family on the death of Francis. May his soul rest in peace . 🙏