The funeral mass for Owen Augustine Carragher of Charlottetown, formerly of Brookvale, was held Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, from the Dawson Funeral Home, Crapaud, to St. Joseph's Church, Kellys Cross, where funeral mass was celebrated by Fr. Paul Egan who also proclaimed the gospel and delivered the homily. The pall was placed by the family. First reading was delivered by his niece Paula Carragher. Second reading was read by his niece Stacey Dougay, who also led the prayers of intercession. Cross bearer was Elaine Molyneaux and candle bearers were Angelina Richards and Kelly Hughes. Lay minister was Mary Matters. Music was provided by St. Joseph's Church Choir under the direction of Darlene Lowther. Organist was Ralph McQuaid. Opening hymn was "Amazing Grace" and offertory hymn was "Isaiah 49." Communion hymn was a solo, "Come to the Water" by Darlene Lowther. Incensing of the casket hymn was "Peace is Flowing Like a River" and recessional hymn was "How Great Thou Art." Honorary pallbearers were all in attendance. Pallbearers were Kenny Carragher, David Carragher, Jason Morris, Darcy Morris, Albert Hickox and Frank Curley. Interment to take place later in St. Joseph's Parish Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dawson Funeral Home, Crapaud.

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