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Interestingly, in his will, Francis left all to Brigid Crilly of Tonagh Cottage, Draperstown. Brigid’s brothers, Private Bernard Crilly and Private Charles Crilly, also died in the war. |
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In the event of my death, I leave all my property to my friend, Miss Brigid Crilly, The Cottage, Tonagh, Draperstown, Co Derry. Ireland. No 6970. Private Francis Donnelly, 2nd Battalion Royal Munster Fusiliers 23rd October 1917. C Company. |
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Last Will and Testament of Private Francis Donnelly dated 23rd October 1917: |
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Private Donnelly is buried in Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery. |
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Private Donnelly died of gunshot wounds, which fractured his right thigh, at No 3 Canadian Casualty Clearing Station on 12th November 1917. |
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Private Francis Donnelly was serving with 2nd Battalion of the Royal Munster Fusiliers when he was wounded. |
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Francis had previously been 18280 Private Francis Donnelly with the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers. He had also served with the Army Cyclist Corps (No 7558). |
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After training he went to France on 18th December 1915. |
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Francis Donnelly enlisted in Omagh, Co. Tyrone. |
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Francis Donnelly was born in Draperstown, County Londonderry. |
