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The death has occurred of Dessie ‘Doodler’ McAuley (Darkley and Armagh)

McAuley, (Darkley and Armagh) September 5, 2025, (peacefully) in the R.V.H surrounded by his loving family.

Dessie (Doodler) RIP. Dearly beloved husband of Kay and devoted father to Jacqueline (Benny RIP), Kim (Joe), Denese (Richard), Darren (Patricia), Tracy (Marty), Shay (Eileen), Lee (Chloe), Jenna (Arnie) and Jamie (Kerry).Cherished brother of the late Billy, Bronagh, Justin and Colm RIP

His remains will repose at his late residence 77 Moss Row Darkley from this evening (Friday) until removal on Monday to arrive at St Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh at 1pm Requiem Mass. Burial afterwards in St Patrick’s cemetery Armagh.

Deeply regretted by his loving wife, daughters & sons & their partners, 17 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, sisters Olive and Marie, nieces, nephews and the entire family circle and many friends.

On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Family welcome visitors to their home Saturday and Sunday without restriction but respectfully ask for privacy to family and friends on Friday evening and Monday morning please

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