The Diocese of Derry and Raphoe is in mourning following the death of the Rev Canon Sam Barton, the rector of the Fahan group of parishes.
Funeral from his home, The Rectory, Cahir O’Doherty Avenue, Buncrana on Sunday at 3.30pm for service in Christ Church, Buncrana at 4.00pm.
Burial immediately afterwards in St Mura’s Churchyard, Fahan.
A diocesan spokesperson said: “We remember Sandra, Niall and all the family in our prayers and extend our deepest sympathy at this time.”
Tributes have also been paid on social media.
One message posted on Facebook says: “What a gem of a man! He’ll be sorely missed! Rest easy Sam.”
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