Derry Death Notices - Sunday, December 14, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Helen Colhoun (née Torrens), Derry

• Bobby Friel, 79 Central Drive, Creggan, Derry

• Gerry Friel, Derry

• Jack John (Jack) Morrison, Dungiven

• Edward Hugh McCafferty, Derry

• Anna McIntyre (née O'Hagan), 206 Bishop Street, Derry

• Martin Óg Shaw, 469 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea

Helen Colhoun (née Torrens), Derry

The death has occurred of the late Helen Colhoun (née Torrens), December 12 2025, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by her loving family) dearly beloved wife of the late Walter, much loved mum of Colin, Corinna and Cathy-Leanne, mother-in-law of Judith, Cecil and Trevor, adored nanna of Cherith, Lydia, Matthew, Rebecca, Rachael, Lucy and Sam, dearest sister of the late Linda. Service of Thanksgiving for her life in Ebrington Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 14 at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Ebrington Presbyterian Church (R & R. Fund) c/o Mrs Julie Faulkner, 22, Glenaden Hill, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 2LJ. “In mystic sweet communion with those, rest is won"

Bobby Friel, 79 Central Drive, Creggan, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Bobby Friel, December 12 2025, peacefully at his home, 79 Central Drive, Creggan. Beloved son of the late Lily and Dan. Loving brother of Jim, Ann, Mary Jo, Patricia and the late Margaret, Dan, Hunter, Phil, Michael and Baby Martin. Much loved uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Bobby will be reposing at his family home. Funeral from his home on Monday, December 15 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. Family time please from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all his family and everyone who knew him. Sister Clare Crockett intercede for him. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our lady of Knock pray for him.

Gerry Friel, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Gerry Friel, December 12 2025, peacefully at home, beloved husband of Mary, loving father of Martin, Deana, Caren, Danny, Feargal and Paul, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and dear brother of Raymond. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O'Brien & Son's Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton on Sunday from 4.00pm - 6.00pm. He will then be removed from there on Monday at 5.45pm to repose overnight in St Eugene's Cathedral. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10o'clock. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Inár gcroíthe go deo.

Jack John (Jack) Morrison, Dungiven

The death has occurred of the late Jack Morrison, passed away peacefully on December 13 2025 at Cornfield Care Centre surrounded by his loving family. Son of the late John and Kathleen. Much loved Brother of Clarke, Pearl, Dorothy and Mary. Also a devoted Uncle to his Nieces, Nephews and Great Nieces and Nephews. House private family and close friends only please. A private service for close family and friends will be held at 408 Drumrane Road on Monday, December 151 followed by a Graveside service at Dungiven Parish Church burial ground at 3:30pm. (all welcome at the Graveyard). Family flowers only please. Donations if desired and cheques made payable to ‘let the Bible speak’ C/o Browns Funeral Directors. 21 Aghanloo Industrial Estate, Aghanloo Road, Limavady BT49 0HE. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.

Edward Hugh McCafferty, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Edward Hugh McCafferty, December 11 2025, beloved son of the late Philomena and Peter, Grainan Drive, loving brother of Donna, Melissa and the late Allison and Daniel, much loved uncle of Leah, Luke, Kelan, Taylor and Ella and great-uncle of Rylee, Daniel and Irah. Edward will be reposing in his sister's home, 37 Clonelagh, on Sunday from 1.00pm - 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Monday at 10.30am for committal in Derry City Cemetery at 11o'clock.

Anna McIntyre (née O'Hagan), 206 Bishop Street, Derry

The death has taken place of Anna McIntyre (née O'Hagan), December 12 2025, Peacefully at Culmore Manor. Beloved Wife of the late Daniel and Beloved Partner of the late Billy. Loving Mother of Patrick, Louise and Michaela. Dear Sister of Margi, Tillie and the late Charlie and May. Beloved Daughter of the late Anna and Patrick O'Hagan. (Formerly Southend Park). A much loved Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Funeral from her home, 206 Bishop Street, Derry on Monday, December 15 at 9:30am to Saint Columbas, Longtower for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have Mercy on her soul. House Private please from 10.00pm to 11.00am.

Martin Óg Shaw, 469 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea

We regret to inform you of the sudden passing of Martin Óg Shaw (Kilrea), Died December 12 2025. N.B. House strictly private please. Funeral arrangements will be updated when they become available. Late of 469 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea. Beloved son of Mairead (McAuley) and the late Martin Shaw; loving brother of Dyllon, Sorchá, Dean, Paul and Stephen and stepson of Ivan. St. Pio & St. Anthony pray for him.