Derry Death Notices - Friday, January 23, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Rosemary (Marie) Brown (née McClafferty), 88 Carnhill, Derry

• Seán Canning (Chico), 10 Ballymore Park, Derry

• James Cresswell (Jim) Ellis, 1 Judges Road, Derry

• William Percival Curry, Ballyversal Road, Coleraine

• John Gilroy, Limavady

• Angelina Kelly (née Doherty), Derry

• Samuel (Sammy) Lynn, 21 Corbally Road, Coleraine

• Joseph (Joe) McCourt, 3 Oakfield Crescent, Derry

• Margaret Milligan (née Wylie), 132 Glen Road, Maghera

• Pat Murray (née Phillips), 10 Collon Lane, Derry

• Roberta Pyper (née Moore), Derry

• Gertrude “Gertie” Quinn, 7 Hawthorn Park, Greysteel

Rosemary (Marie) Brown (née McClafferty), 88 Carnhill, Derry

The death has taken place of Rosemary (Marie) Brown (née McClafferty), January 22 2026, peacefully at home, beloved wife of the late Charlie, loving mother of Damien, Peter, Cherie, Julie, Anne-Marie, Tracy and Yvonne, a much loved mother in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother and dear sister of Majella, Noeleen and the late John, Billy, Robbie and Gerard. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 88 Carnhill, from 12noon - 9.00pm on Friday. Funeral from there on Saturday at 11.30am for 12o'clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Seán Canning (Chico), 10 Ballymore Park, Derry

The death has taken place of Seán Canning (Chico), January 22 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, with his loving partner Irene at his side, beloved partner of Irene Thompson, loving father of Gary and the late Damien, Seán, Caolán, Caoimhe, Caoimhín, Ruairí and Emmet, a devoted granda to all his grandchildren, cherished son of Josephine and the late Seán, dear and loving brother of Declán, Una, Ciaran, Conor and Fergal, and a caring brother-in-law and uncle. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle. Chico will be reposing at his home, 10 Ballymore Park, on Friday, January 23 and Saturday, January 24 from 10:00am to 10:00pm. Car parking available at Seán Dolans GAA. Funeral leaving his home on Sunday, January 25 at 12:30pm to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 1:15pm. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.

James Cresswell (Jim) Ellis, 1 Judges Road, Derry

The death has taken place of James Cresswell (Jim) Ellis, January 21 2026, peacefully in Culmore Manor. Dearly beloved uncle of Carol, Brian, Colin, Lionel, Daphne, Kenny, Karen. Dear Brother Noreen and the late Rossie, Nan, Betty and Mo. Funeral service in his home, 1 Judges Road on Saturday, January 24 at 11.00am followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE. All enquiries to Adair & Neely Funeral Directors 028 71311321. Deeply regretted by his loving family circle.

William Percival Curry, Ballyversal Road, Coleraine

The death has occurred of the late William Percival Curry, January 22 2026, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, formerly of Ballyversal Road, Coleraine. Dearly loved son of the late Thomas and Winifred, loving brother of Eila, Ivan and the late Hugo, brother-in-law of Liz, Barbara and the late Roger and a much loved uncle and great-uncle. House and funeral strictly private. Lovingly remembered by all the family.

John Gilroy, Limavady

The death has occurred of the late John Gilroy, Passed away peacefully at Longfield Care Home Eglinton on January 19 2026. Much loved husband of the late Alice and devoted Father of Julie and Caroline, devoted grandfather of Ben, Arthur and Alice. Dear brother of Irene, Dave, Mick and Bill. House will remain strictly private. Funeral service will be held in Drumachose Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, January 27 at 10.30am followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery at 11.30am. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Book Trust NI and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est, Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.

Angelina Kelly (née Doherty), Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Angelina Kelly (née Doherty), January 18 2026, loving mother of Lyndsey, Kerry and Angelina, (formerly of Blighs Gardens, Creggan) mother-in-law of Josh, devoted nana of Jayden, Cielo, Bowie and Anna Rose, cherished daughter of the late Angela and Danny Doherty and a much loved sister and aunt. Reposing at St Mary’s Church, Creggan. Requiem Mass will be celebrated today (Friday) at 10o'clock. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Samuel (Sammy) Lynn, 21 Corbally Road, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Samuel (Sammy) Lynn, January 21 2026 (peacefully) at his home, 21 Corbally Road, Coleraine, , dearly loved husband of Dorothy, much loved father of Gerald, Kenny, Cindy, Dot and Crystel, a dear father-in-law, devoted granda and great granda. Service in his home on Saturday at 11.00am followed by interment in Ballywatt Presbyterian Church Burying Ground. House Strictly Private. Family flowers only, please, donations in lieu if desired for Marie Curie Nurses c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31, Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by his loving family and entire family circle.

Joseph (Joe) McCourt, 3 Oakfield Crescent, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Joseph (Joe) McCourt, January 21 2026, beloved husband of the late Sheila, loving father of Gerard, Liam, Niall, Una, Nuala and the late Pat, father-in-law of Caroline and Neil and a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather of Connor, Aidan, Niamh, Ciara, Grace and Nora. Joe's remains will be reposing in his home, 3 Oakfield Crescent, on Friday from 12noon - 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Saturday at 9.30am for 10o'clock Requiem Mass in St Eugene's Cathedral. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Margaret Milligan (née Wylie), 132 Glen Road, Maghera

The death has occurred of the late Margaret Milligan (née Wylie), January 22 2026, (peacefully) at Altnagelvin Hospital, surrounded by her loving Family, Margaret, dearly loved Wife of the late Joe, 132 Glen Road, Maghera, much-loved Mother of Ruth (the late Eddie), Henry (Pauline), Olive (the late Adrian), Nigel (Majella) and Stephen, devoted Nanny of David, Tracey, Jolene, Gary, Jasmine, Karla, Adelle, Rodger, Megan, Callum, Emma, Kelly-Rose and Harley-Rae, proud Great-Nanny of Joanna, Olivia, Harry, Matthew, Josh, Bobby, Jake, Chloe, Jonah and Arthur and dearest Sister of Wilbert and the late Jack. All welcome at the Family home on Friday (January 23) and Saturday (January 24) from 2:00pm onwards. Funeral will take place from her home on Sunday, January 25th at 1:45pm, to Tobermore Baptist Church for service at 2:30pm, followed by burial in Kilcronaghan Parish Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to GMSA (Gospel Mission of South America), can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Forever loved and sadly missed by her loving Family and Family Circle. "In Heavenly Love Abiding."

Pat Murray (née Phillips), 10 Collon Lane, Derry

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Pat Murray (née Phillips), January 21 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, loving mother of Paul, Mark and Michaela, mother-in-law of Lauren, Michael and Robynne, devoted grandmother of Isla, Leah, Olivia, Caitlin, Jaxon and dear sister of Anthony, Bernie and the late Ann. *Pat’s remains will be reposing in her home, 10 Collon Lane, from 11.00am – 10,00pm on Friday. Funeral from there on Saturday at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Galliagh. Interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Roberta Pyper (née Moore), Derry

The death has taken place of Roberta Pyper (née Moore), January 20 2026, Peacefully at Ardlough Care Home, (surrounded by her loving family in her 65th year) loving wife of the late Samuel, much loved mum of Adam, Richard and Scott, dearest sister of David Wilson. Service of Thanksgiving in D & R Hay & Sons Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Friday, January 23 at 11.00am followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Very deeply regretted by the sorrowing family circle. “She died as she lived everyone’s friend”

Gertrude “Gertie” Quinn, 7 Hawthorn Park, Greysteel

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Gertrude “Gertie” Quinn peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on January 21 2026, may she rest in peace. Late of 7 Hawthorn Park, Greysteel, Co Derry. Devoted mother of Denise (Frank), Louise (Declan), Sinead (Martin), Charlene (Paul), Lorraine (Paul) and the late Gary and infants Gavin and Mark RIP. A loving grandmother and great grandmother. Partner of Noel (Archie). Very much deeply regretted by the Quinn and Brown family circles. Reposing at her late home on Friday from 1.00pm - 9.00pm. Funeral will take place on Saturday, January 24 2026, leaving her late home at 9.20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale, interment afterwards in St Patrick’s Church, Claudy graveyard. Link https://star-of-the-sea-faughanvale9.click2stream.com/. Family flowers only, donations if wished to Leukaemia and Lymphoma N.I in memory of her late son Gary c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Our Lady Queen of Heaven pray for her. Enquires to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 / 07840052022.