Death of Mayo priest in California is deeply regretted

The death has taken place of Fr. Michael McFadden, retired Parish Priest of St. Mary’s Church, Vacaville, Sacramento, California, and late of Hollyhill, Castlebar.

He is deeply regretted by his sister Maureen Hoban (Moneen, Castlebar), brother Patsy (Westport Road, Castlebar), Eddie (Newport) and Tom (Hollyhill), brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins and many relatives, to whom sympathy is extended.

Fr. Michael was predeceased by his parents John and Mary McFadden, brothers Danny and Liam (Hollyhill, Castlebar) brother Jack (Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan) and sister Bridie (Kilcullen, Enniscrone).

Fr. Michael will repose in St. Mary’s Parish, 350 Stinson Avenue, Vacaville, CA 95867 on Thursday, from 5 to 8 p.m., with Funeral Mass on Friday morning at 10.30 a.m followed by burial.

May his gentle soul rest in peace.