The death has occurred of Patrick O’Donnell, also known as Jock McDonald, founder and singer of The Bollock Brothers.
Born in Glenties, Co. Donegal, and raised in Rosbeg, Patrick passed away tragically in a sea incident in Bundoran, Co. Donegal on Saturday, 26th July 2025.
He will be sadly missed by his loving family: daughter Maria Devlin, sons Kilien O’Donnell and Benjamin Godhusen, brothers Gerry and Martin O’Donnell, and by his extended family, friends, and the wider music community.
Predeceased by his beloved mother Sarah O’Donnell (née Johnson) of Rosbeg and his father Patrick O’Donnell.
May He Rest in Peace.
His remains will repose at Shovlins Funeral Home Sandfield Ardara Co.Donegal F94N923 on Friday afternoon 8th August from 3.30p.m to 4.45p.m followed by removal to St Conals Church Kilclooney travelling via Rosbeg,Portnoo arriving at 6p.m
Funeral Mass will take place at 11:00am on Saturday morning 9th August with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Patrick’s Funeral Mass will be livestreamed on Shovlin’s Funeral Home Facebook page
All are welcome to join the family for refreshments afterwards at The Tavern, Portnoo, Kilclooney.