Fr Dermott Donnelly (1967-2022): A humble, hilarious, prayerful priest who loved everyone
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Rónán Johnston2022-07-11T09:30:00
The Catholic Priest, who was the brother of television personality Dec, will especially be remembered for communicating the ministry of Jesus to lost and confused teenagers, says Ronan Johnston
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