Joe McDonnell

Joe-McDonnell

Leeds and formerly of Ballycastle, Co. Mayo.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joe (Josie) who died peacefully on March 6th aged 89 years.

Beloved husband of the late Maureen, much loved dad of Joseph, Maria, Robert and Clare, dear father-in-law of Manda, Ari, Charlotte and Enda, and a cherished grandpa to Jim, Katie, Luke, Eve, Lizzie, Paddy, Vincent, Jacob, Roisin, Megan, Penny and Dan.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Joe will be received into the Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, Leeds 16 on Thursday, 20th March at 5pm.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 21st March at 10am, prior to interment at Yeadon Cemetery.

Requiem Mass can be live-streamed on

https://topcelebrant.com/250321-joe-mcdonnell/

Donations if desired to Wheatfields Hospice for which a plate will be provided.

Enquiries to Hughes Funeral Services, 180 York Road, Leeds.

Published On: March 12th, 2025

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Jarlath Munnelly & Lisa Chambers
3 months ago

Deepest sympathies to Joseph, Maria, Robert and Clare on the death of your dear dad Josie; and to Enda, Amanda, Ari Charlotte, all of Josies grandchildren, the Killala McDonnells, and all of Josies family and friends on this sad time for you all. Josie was such a great character, he really loved life, and loved to tell stories; everything from playing football for Ballycastle, his days in St Muredach’s College, or the different scrapes he got into with the Munnelly’s. We have many many fond memories of him in our family. May God grant him his eternal reward.

Martin and Siobhan Gibbons Letterkenny
3 months ago

So sorry to hear the news of the passing of Josie, he was an absolute gentleman, sincerest condolences to Claire Enda and all the family, may he rest in peace .

Joey and Paddy McAndrew Killala
3 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the McDonnell family on the passing of Joe, may his gently soul rest in peace.

Lorraine (Munnelly) & Padraic Roche
3 months ago

Dear Clare, Enda, Vin, Roisin, Dan, Joe, Manda, Jim, Katie, Lizzie, Paddy, Maria, Ari, Eve, Luke, Robert, Charlotte, Jacob, Megan, Penny & all the Killala McDonnells. We are so sorry to hear about Josie, he was a gentleman. I have very fond memories from our visits to Leeds where he & Maureen were always so welcoming & his visits to Mayo, in particular with Vinnie in Gilvarrys at Mackerel Monday. One of the more memorable occasions was when he was the recipient of the Hall of Fame award from Ballycastle GAA club, it was a great night and was well deserved for a very proud Ballycastle man. Rest in peace Josie, ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Mary T Daly, Ballynew, Castlebar.
3 months ago

Dear Joseph, Maria, Robert, Clare & family,
I am very sorry to hear of the sad loss of your beloved Joe. I am one of the Stauntons from Cappaduff. Mary Heneghan is my Auntie. I met Joe a few times in Tourmakeady during summer holiday times with you and your beautiful Mom Maureen, always a pleasure to meet. Good times!
May God give you comfort, and may God bless & welcome Joe into the eternal happiness of heaven. May God and Mary be with you all.

Kathleen and Nora Lally, Park Ridge, IL
3 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to the McDonnell Family. We have very fond memories of Joe and Maureen’s visits to Chicago. May you Rest In Peace Joe until we meet again.
🙏 🙏 🙏

Cecil & Mary Jackson, Ballycastle
3 months ago

Sympathy to the family of Joseph. May he rest in peace.

The Durkin Family
3 months ago

We all have very fond memories growing up with Joe (and Maureen) who were such good friends to Mum and Dad. Dad will be waiting for the first round of golf with him I’m sure. We will remember Joe as a man of great kindness. Deepest condolences to you all on your very sad loss. RIP

Yvonne & Joe Mahady
3 months ago

Sincere condolences to the McDonnell family on the death of Josie. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Margaret and michael gallagher
3 months ago

Condolence to the mc donnell family

Carole Munnelly
3 months ago

Joe , Maria , Robert & Clare.
Enda, Amanda,Ari & Charlotte .
Vincent,Roisin,Dan,Jim,Katie,Lizzie,Paddy
Luke,Eve,Jacob,Megan& Penny.
I was so sorry to hear the news about Josie.
Remembering the warm welcome from Maureen & Josie during visits to Leeds .
I’m thinking of you all.
May Josie rest in peace with Maureen

Allan Hullah
3 months ago

My condolences to all in the McDonnell family. I have lost a good friend may he rest in peace.

Michael and Helen Flaherty
3 months ago

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Mc Donnell family.We have fond memories of a true gentleman and of spending many happy years working together. May Joe rest in peace .Michael and Helen.

Brian & Agatha Whelan
3 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the McDonnell family on the death of Josie, may he rest in peace.

Paul Walker
3 months ago

Smashing feller very well respected at Headingley golf club I liked Joe enormously.

Mary Butler & Michael McHale
3 months ago

Deepest sympathies to all the McDonnell family on the sad loss of your uncle. May he RIP.

Johnnie and Trisha Cawley, Leeds
3 months ago

Condolences to all Joes family at this difficult sad time, a lovely gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Catherine (Healy) Doores, Doonadoba and Bill Healy, Clifden
3 months ago

Sincerest sympathy to the McDonnell and related families. May Josie rest in peace.

MaryMunnelly Gardenhill
3 months ago

Sincere codolances to all Josies Family and his nieces and Nephews in Killala
May he rest in peace

George & Carmel Ormsby
3 months ago

Sincere condolences to all the McDonnell family on the death of Josie, May he rest in peace.

Peggy Flannery
3 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the McDonnell family, may his soul rest in peace

Laveena Francis
3 months ago

My heartfelt condolences to the McDonnell family! May the departed soul rest in peace.

Thompson family
3 months ago

Our sincere condolences on the passing of a true gentleman RIP Josie

Bryan, Caroline, Boyle and family, Killala
3 months ago

Condolences to all the McDonnell family on the death of Josie-may he rest in peace

Michael Egan, Templetigan, Bonniconlon.
3 months ago

Sincere condolences to all of Joe’s family on his passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Teresa & PJ Munnelly (Leeds)
3 months ago

Please accept our deepest sorrow and sympathy to all the McDonnell family on the loss of their dad. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Paddy and Ann McDonnell Ballycastle
3 months ago

Sincere condolences to all the McDonnell family on the passing of Joe May he rest in peace

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