Declan Donnelly's older brother dies aged 55
The Catholic priest brother of television presenter Declan Donnelly has died aged 55.
Father Dermott Donnelly, a parish priest at St Joseph's Church in Stanley, County Durham, died peacefully in hospital on Friday afternoon after a short illness., 46, had reportedly been with members of his family at his brother's bedside during his final hours. The TV star tweeted:"I am heartbroken to tell you that my darling brother Fr Dermott sadly passed away this afternoon. We are all beyond devastated. Thank you for your messages of sympathy and support, they are appreciated."
A statement shared by the diocese of Hexham and Newcastle said:"It is with great sadness that we have to inform you of the death of Fr Dermott Donnelly who died peacefully this afternoon in hospital."Please pray for the repose of his soul and keep his family, especially his mother, in your prayers at this difficult time."
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