Derry Death Notices - Sunday, June 1, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Dorothy Burns (née Parke), Eglinton

• Edith Mary Jones, 137 Kinsale Park, Derry

• Martyn (Marty) McKeague, Kilrea

• John McNicholl, 6 Thackeray Place, Limavady

• Patrick McNicholl, 191 Finvola Park, Dungiven

• Rose O’Neill (née McElhone), 5b Dirnan Road, Lissan

• Fred Sharkey, 101 Crockmore Road, Claudy

Dorothy Burns (née Parke), Eglinton

The death has occurred of the late Dorothy Burns (née Parke), May 30 2025, beloved wife of the late Joseph, formerly of Eglinton, loving mother of Amber and Ronnie, mother-in-law of Jennifer, devoted grandmother of Joanne and her husband Scott and great-grandmother of Arthur and Toby. Funeral service in St Canice’s Parish Church, Eglinton, on Sunday, June 1 2025 at 3.00pm. Interment afterwards in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Cornfield Care Centre (Residences Comfort Fund) C/o W J O’Brien & Son, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU. The Lord is my shepherd.

Edith Mary Jones, 137 Kinsale Park, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Edith Mary Jones, May 30 2025, peacefully at home, 137 Kinsale Park, beloved wife of the late Ivor, loving Mother of Gareth and Hayley and her partner Brian, dear mother in law of Gillian, devoted grandmother of Jonathan (Laura), Justine,(Alan), Ellie (Andrew), dear great grandmother to Ollie, Annie and Darcie, a much loved sister and friend. Funeral leaving her home at 12.30pm on Tuesday, June 3 for 1.00pm service in Holy Trinity Parish Church Culmore followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm until 10.00am. Deeply regretted by her loving family and friends. Safe in the Arms of Jesus.

Martyn (Marty) McKeague, Kilrea

Updated arrangements for the late Martyn (Marty) McKeague, Died May 29 2025 (Kilrea). N.B. Martyn will be reposing at his parents home, 85 Grove Road, Swatragh. Everyone welcome to call on Sunday from 12noon to 9.00pm, beloved partner of Emma and loving father of Lorcan. Much adored son of Damian (Beagle) and Zara; loving brother of Shannon; cherished grandson of Tony and Mary Gibson and the late John and Josie McKeague and a much loved nephew and cousin. Funeral from his parents home on Monday at 11:15am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Craigavole. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Our Lady of Knock pray for him. Deeply regretted by Myra, Sara and the entire McKeague, Gibson, Mullen and McHaghney family circle. No flowers please. Donations if desired to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

John McNicholl, 6 Thackeray Place, Limavady

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of John McNicholl peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on May 29 2025. May he rest in peace. Late of 6 Thackeray Place, Limavady and 191 Finvola Park, Dungiven, Co Derry. Beloved son of Paddy and the late Agnes R.I.P. and loving brother of Marie, Una (Yenican), Michael, Seamus, Malachy, Deirdre (McKenna) and Sinead (Rivers). Very deeply regretted by his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, neice, nephews and the entire family circle. You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlins Funeral Home (414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven, BT47 4NQ) on Sunday, June 1 from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. Leaving the Funeral Home at 6.00pm Sunday to repose at the family home - 191 Finvola Park, Dungiven. Funeral on Monday, June 2 leaving the family home at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://mcn.live/Camera/church-of-st-patrick. Family flowers only please and donations if wished in lieu to Myotonic Dystrophy c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

Patrick McNicholl, 191 Finvola Park, Dungiven

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Patrick McNicholl, peacefully at Deanfield Nursing Home, on May 30 2025. May he rest in peace. Late of 191 Finvola Park, Dungiven, Co Derry. Dearly beloved husband of the late Agnes R.I.P.; much loved father of Marie, Una (Osman Yenican), Michael (Mary P.), Seamus (Diane), Malachy, Deirdre (Anthony McKenna), Sinead (Ryan Rivers) and recently deceased John R.I.P (May 29). A much-adored grandfather of Fergal & Conor; Erman & Aaron; Cathaír, Órlaith & Conán; Oscar and Felix. Son of the late John and Mary, dear brother of Louisa (Hasson) and the late Kathleen (Campbell), Sheila (O'Connell), Hugh, John and Mary Frances. You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlins Funeral Home (414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven, BT47 4NQ) on Sunday, June 1 from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. Leaving the funeral home at 6.00pm Sunday to repose at his home - 191 Finvola Park, Dungiven. Funeral on Monday, June 2 leaving his home at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://mcn.live/Camera/church-of-st-patrick. Family flowers only please and donations if wished in lieu to Myotonic Dystrophy c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

Rose O’Neill (née McElhone), 5b Dirnan Road, Lissan

The death has taken place of the late Rose O’Neill (née McElhone) (Lissan), May 31 2025, beloved wife of the late Tom and loving mother of Seamus (Sharon), Ursula McMenamin (Liam), Paul (Leah) and Barry (Keira), daughter of the late John and Elizabeth and dear sister of the late James, Mary, Annie, Elizabeth, Kathleen, Michael, John and Margaret. Funeral from Seamus’ home, 5b Dirnan Road, Lissan BT80 9XL on Monday, June 2 at 10.30am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St Michael Lissan, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her daughter, sons, son in law, daughters in law, grandchildren Ruairi, Conor, Eamon, Jake, Eoin, Oliver, Patrick and Tom, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. You are welcome to pay your respects on Sunday, June 1 from 1.00pm to 10.00pm.

Fred Sharkey, 101 Crockmore Road, Claudy

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Fred Sharkey, suddenly but peacefully, at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by his loving family on May 30 2025 May he rest in peace. Late of 101 Crockmore Road, Claudy, BT47 4JP, Co Derry. Beloved husband of Teresa. Loving father of Gerard (Kay), Seamus (June), Raymond (Josephine), Patrick, Kieran (Barbara) and Dermot (Aileen). Will be very sadly missed by all his grandchildren, great grandchildren and deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Reposing at his late home. Family time 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral leaving his late home on Monday, June 2 2025 at 1.20pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in Saint Joseph’s Church, Craigbane. Interment immediately afterwards in adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass will be recorded and uploaded onto the following link: https://youtube.com/@mclaughlinfuneraldirectors9616?si=SFazqGgRyXOb0iYY. Our Lady of Knock pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s Dungiven 07747046084 / 07840052022.