Ronan King: Family of popular Lurgan man, who tragically died in a car collision, asked for friends attending to wear his favourite team jersey's Celtic, Armagh GAA and Liverpool
The family of popular Lurgan man Ronan King, who tragically died in a traffic collision in Co Donegal, has announced his funeral arrangements.
Mr King, who is in his 20s, sadly lost his life after a car accident near Pettigo on Sunday August 2.
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The beloved son of Gerard King and Paula McCaffrey, of Soye Gardens, Lurgan, he is the much-loved brother of Callum and Jamie, loving grandson of Sean and Sheila McCaffrey and late John and Mary King, and loving boyfriend of Lucy.
Ronan's remains will be reposing at his grandparents home, 1 Beaumont Square, Lurgan BT66 6EF on Wednesday and Thursday from 12.00noon until 10.00pm where family and friends will be welcome to call and pay their respects.
His funeral will be held on Friday at 9.30am to St Paul's Church for 10.00am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in St Colman's Cemetery. Ronan's Requiem Mass can be viewed on St Paul's Church webcam. The family has asked for no flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Air Ambulance: c/o Jack McLearnon & Son Funeral Directors, 75 North Street, Lurgan BT67 9AH. Tele (028) 38322232 or donation box in the home.
There have been many tributes to the young man but none more heart breaking than that of his mother Paula’s tribute to her ‘handsome’ son.
Describing him as ‘my rock my best friend my everything’, she said: “Totally heartbroken doesn't come close to the pain I feel right now. Loved and missed so much.”
She also said: “Anyone who wants to attend Ronan’s Funeral feel free to wear Ronan’s favourite teams jerseys Armagh, Celtic or Liverpool.”
His brother Callum said: “My big brother, I love you so so much and I’m gonna miss you dearly for the rest of my life. Thank you for being here for me and the family. Rest In Peace.”
His other brother Jamie said: “Rest in peace to my eldest brother Ronan King. He was one of the most gentle souls in this world and was taken away from it far far too soon we all will miss you dearly and love you so so much.”
Ronan was a huge Celtic fan and Glasgow Celtic Supporters Club Lurgan No.1, where he had many friends, paid tribute to their fellow member.
"Ronan was a member of our club, spending time in the bar at the weekends with his friends and travelling to Glasgow with us.
"Our thoughts & prayers are with all his family & friends at this difficult time, may he rest in peace.”
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following the collision which occurred on the R232 at Fincashel, Pettigo, Co. Donegal on 2nd August 2026.
"The collision, involving a car and 4x4 vehicle, occurred at around 2:45pm,” said a Garda spokesperson.
"The driver of the car, a male in his 20s, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
"A passenger in the car, a female in her 20s, was transported to hospital with serious injuries. The driver and sole occupant of the second vehicle, a male in his 60s, was also brought to hospital for assessment only.
"Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have been travelling on the R232 near Pettigo at the time of the collision to come forward."