Obituary of Ethna Mary Coneghan

CONEGHAN - On January 17, 2009 our beloved Ethna Mary Coneghan surrendered her soul into the loving embrace of our Lord. She was predeceased by her father, Patrick Murray; mother Margaret Murray; and brother Anthony Murray. Ethna is survived by her son Damian; daughters Daria (Wayne) and Deirdre; grandchildren Kaila and Kane; and great-grandson Kaden. Ethna was born in Derry, N. Ireland on December 2, 1936. Following completion of her schooling in Dublin, she worked as a Radiographer in England and Scotland. She immigrated to Saskatchewan in 1963 with her husband Dr. John Coneghan. Ethna worked as a freelance writer and subsequently as a Multicultural Consultant for the Provincial Government. Following her retirement, Ethna enjoyed gardening, attending the arts and theatre, and leisurely walks around Wascana Lake. Ethna was a long standing member of the Regina Irish Club and looked forward to her monthly luncheons and book club meetings with The Girls?. Ethna was a bright and capable woman with considerable strength, a sharp wit and great integrity. Ethna will be greatly missed by all. A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. in Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Avenue, Regina. An online book of condolences may be signed at www.speersfuneralchapel.com