Derry Death Notices - Monday, September 8, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Robert James (Roy) Brownlow, 91 Alexander Park, Upperlands, Maghera

• Eamon Cavanagh, 7 Glenbrae Gardens, Derry

• John Joe (Joe) Cunning, 10 Gorse Road, Kilrea

• Annette McDaid, 10 Culdaff Gardens, Creggan, Derry

• Bert McGerty, 63 Shanreagh Park, Limavady

• Michael (Jim) Murray, The Metropole, Derry

• Pamela Stewart, 20 Rose Park Limavady

Robert James (Roy) Brownlow, 91 Alexander Park, Upperlands, Maghera

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Robert James (Roy) Brownlow, September 7 2025, (peacefully) at Altnagelvin Hospital, 91 Alexander Park, Upperlands, Maghera, dearly beloved father of Rhys and Sheila, grandfather of Daryl, dear brother of Kay and a dear uncle and great-uncle. Funeral leaving his home on Wednesday at 11.15am for graveside service at Kilrea Cemetery at 12noon. All welcome at James McMullan and Son Funeral Home, Ballymoney on Tuesday between 7.00pm and 9 00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired to Royal British Legion c/o James McMullan and Son, 18 Church Street, Kilrea, BT51 5QU or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the entire family circle.

Eamon Cavanagh, 7 Glenbrae Gardens, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Eamon Cavanagh, September 6 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved husband of Patricia (Pat), formerly of Mulroy Gardens, loving father of Eamon and Michael, dear brother of Kevin, Noel, Christopher, Marian and the late Kieran and Patrick, cherished brother-in-law of Gerard, Sandra, Jacqueline, Angela, Carolann and the late Sheila and a very special uncle to Jade and all his nieces and nephews. His remains will be reposing in his home, 7 Glenbrae Gardens. Funeral service will take place in W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Monday at 2.00pm. A private cremation will take place later. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

John Joe (Joe) Cunning, 10 Gorse Road, Kilrea

Funeral arrangements for the late John Joe (Joe) Cunning, (Kilrea) Died September 6 2025. Joe's wake will commence today (Monday). Everyone welcome to call at the family home from 12noon to 10.00pm and Tuesday 12noon to 10.00pm. Peacefully at hospital, beloved husband of the late Bridie, loving father of Shane, Roisin, Brendan, Seamus and Shauna. Son of the late John and Mary. Funeral from his late residence, 10 Gorse Road, on Wednesday at 10:15am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Drumagarner. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Devine Mercy of Jesus have mercy on him. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing daughters, sons, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren and entire family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Saint Vincent De Paul can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

Annette McDaid, 10 Culdaff Gardens, Creggan, Derry

The death has taken place of Annette McDaid, September 7 2025, peacefully at her home, 10 Culdaff Gardens, Creggan. Beloved daughter of the late Hannah and Gerry. Dear sister of Gerard, Jim, John, Paul, Matt, Martin, Dominic, Patrick and the late Jemma, Roisin, Raymond, Dick, Brendan and Catherine (Kitty). A much loved aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Annette will be reposing at her home on Monday from 12noon. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 9.20am to St Mary's Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10 00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all her family and everyone that knew her. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady of Knock, pray for her.

Bert McGerty, 63 Shanreagh Park, Limavady

The death has taken place of the late Bert McGerty, September 7 2025, Peacefully at his home, 63 Shanreagh Park, Limavady. Husband of the late Paula R.I.P. Loving father of John, Sharon, Marc, Lee, and Scott. Companion of Reta. A much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Everyone is welcome today (Monday) between 4.00pm and 8.00pm at the family home. Funeral from his home on Tuesday, September 9 at 11.20am for Requiem Mass in Christ the King Church Limavady at 12noon followed by interment in St Mary’s Cemetery, Irish Green Street, Limavady. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Marie Curie. 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh. BT78 5EJ. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady funeral directors. Telephone 028 77764732. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Michael (Jim) Murray, The Metropole, Derry

The death has taken place of Michael (Jim) Murray, September 6 2025, peacefully at Edenballymore Lodge Care Home, Michael, (formerly of The Folly, Foyle Road and late of The Metropole), beloved son of the late Richard and Kathleen, loving brother of the late Eileen, Kathleen and Liam, cherished uncle of Donna, Lisa, Sean, all his nephews and nieces and the late Tracey. Jim will be reposing at Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Chapel. Funeral leaving Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on Monday, September 8 at 9:20am to St. Columba’s Church, Long Tower for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.

Pamela Stewart, 20 Rose Park Limavady

The death has taken place of the late Pamela Stewart, passed away peacefully at her home, 20 Rose Park Limavady on September 7 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Dear Wife of William. Loving Mother of Eric (late Karen), Fiona (Richard) and Jimmy (Sarah). Sister of Ruby, Anna, Cecil, Frankie, Rosaline, Harper, Carol, Nigel and the late Frances and John. Devoted Grandmother Lauren, Jessica, Alexander, Norrie, Oliver and Harriet. All welcome to call and pay respects at her Home, 20 Rose Park Limavady. Funeral will leave her home on Wednesday, September 10 at 1:15pm for a Church service in Christ Church Limavady at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Marie Curie, c/o Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Industrial Estate, Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle.