Suddenly at Sligo University Hospital. Former County Librarian, Historian and Genealogist.
Predeceased by his parents Martin and Mary Helena, brothers Kevin and Jim, nephew Kevin and grandnephew Ben.
Dearly loved brother of Sr. Dolores (Mercy Convent, Sligo). He will be sadly missed by his sister, sister-in-law Eileen, nieces Mary, Joan, Carmel and Paula, nephews Martin and Neil, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Rest in peace.
Reposing at Seán Feehily’s Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo (Eircode:F91EH98) on Friday January 20th from 5pm until 6:30pm. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo on Saturday January 21st at 11:30am. Funeral Mass will be live streamed via www.sligocathedral.ie Burial will follow in Corrig Cemetery, Geevagh, Co. Sligo. Those who wish to leave a condolence message may do so in private at www.feehilys.ie or by traditional manner. All enquiries to Seán Feehily’s Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo on 0719159999 / 0872411114.
John C. (Sean) Mc Ternan
Condolences
Eugene harte
R.i.p. a gentleman and great gaa for coolera/strandhill
Mary and Tony Rouse, Sligo
Deepest sympathy to Sr.Dolores and the McTernan family on the death of Sean. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Peter Tiernan
Deepest sympathy to all Sean's relatives. He was font of knowledge on Sligo's history and genealogy. Peter & Terry Tiernan. Strandhill.
Elizabeth
A scholar and a gentleman. Abundant in knowledge and history of Sligo. His wit and wisdom will ne're be seen again. Will miss his smile and passion - they were both contagious. Now he belongs to the ages.
Paul McLoughlin
John was a great inspiration during teens while studying and was most helpful and supportive. I am very saddened to now only hear of his passing,RIP .a true gentleman.