Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, February 11, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Mildred Budina (née Kelly / Harper), Dunderg Road, Macosquin, Coleraine

• Cecilia Gillanders, Coleraine

• Mary Elizabeth (Myrna) Harbison (née Law), 9 Mountview Gardens, Coleraine

• Charles Logue, 41 Troy Park, Derry

• Sheila Morrison (née MacAuley), 189 Kylemore Park, Derry

• Robert Victor “R.V” McFaul, 478 Glenshane Road, Claudy

• John McVey, Mashpee, Cape Cod, USA (Formerly Magherafelt and Newbridge)

• Jean (Betty) Newman, (née McCormick), 60 Donal Casey Court, Derry

• Shuan Toland, Foyle Road, Derry

Mildred Budina (née Kelly / Harper), Dunderg Road, Macosquin, Coleraine

Mildred Budina (née Kelly / Harper), February 10 at Brookmount Nursing Home, Coleraine, and formerly of Dunderg Road, Macosquin, Coleraine, dearly loved wife of the late Gunther, loving mother of Paula, Harry and the late Elizabeth Hope; mother-in-law of Geoffrey and Rosemary; dearly loved nana of Jessica, Laura, Anna, James, George, Charles and Emily. Family and friends are welcome to call at Wades Funeral Home to pay their respects. Funeral Service in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Macosquin on Thursday, February 12 at 2.00pm, followed by interment in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if wished, for Air Ambulance NI, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family circle and friends. – “Safe in the arms of Jesus.”

Cecilia Gillanders, Coleraine

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Cecilia Gillanders, passed away suddenly but peacefully at Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, February 7 2026. Beloved wife of William. Much loved mother of William and Graham. Mother-in-law of Catherine. Devoted grandmother of Sophie, Lily & Ella. A Service will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Monday, February 16 at 2.00pm. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, direct to Cancer Research UK online at www.cancerresearchuk.org. Will always be remembered by her loving family and friends.

Mary Elizabeth (Myrna) Harbison (née Law), 9 Mountview Gardens, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Mary Elizabeth (Myrna) Harbison (née Law), February 10 2026, peacefully at home, 9 Mountview Gardens, Coleraine, beloved wife of the late Samuel (Sammy), loving mother of Garth, much loved sister of Maurice, sister-in-law of Noreen, Andrea, Stewart and family. House strictly private. Funeral service in Wades Funeral Home, Coleraine on Friday at 11.00am followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Donations, if wished to British Heart Foundation, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.

Charles Logue, 41 Troy Park, Derry

The death has taken place of Charles Logue, February 9 2026, beloved husband of Kathleen, loving father of Stephen, Katharine, Hilary, Ruth and Judi, father-in-law of Marie, Dan, Jimmy and Vincent, devoted grandfather of Amy, Megan, Eve, Meabh, Mary Cait, Sophia, Vincent, Patrick and Eamonn, great-grandfather of Jude and Otis and dear brother of James, Marcella, Michael, Rosaleen, Thomas, Kathleen and the late Hubert and Monica. His remains will be reposing in his home, 41 Troy Park, on Wednesday and Thursday from 3.00pm - 9.00pm. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.25am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Eugene’s Cathedral. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Sheila Morrison (née MacAuley), 189 Kylemore Park, Derry

The death has taken place of Sheila Morrison (née MacAuley), February 9 2026, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at her home, 189 Kylemore Park, beloved wife of the late Charlie, loving mother of Helena (Lowe), Siobhan (Quinn), Sheila (Bryne), a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, dear mother-in-law to Kevin, Martin and Paul. Sheila will be reposing at her home on Tuesday from 5:00pm to 10:00pm and Wednesday from 11:00am to 10:00p.m. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, February 12 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Radio Maria Ireland, Unit 8, St. Anthony’s Business Park, Ballymount Road, Dublin 22, D22 R7W2. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Knock intercede for her.

Robert Victor “R.V” McFaul, 478 Glenshane Road, Claudy

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Robert Victor “R.V” McFaul peacefully at Cornfield Care Centre surrounded by his loving family on February 10 2026, At Rest. Late of 478 Glenshane Road, Claudy. Beloved husband of Olivia and loving father of Robert (Diane), Mark (Monica) & Jason (Leanne). Devoted grandfather of Leah, Kyle, Chloe and Alannah. Son of the late Robert John and Margretta and dear brother of Rosemary, Ernie, Hazel, Mavis, and the late Margaret, Jean, Eileen, Ethel, Betty, and Chris. Reposing at his late home. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Service of thanksgiving for Victor’s life will take place at his late home on Thursday,  February 12 at 1.00pm followed by interment in Upper Cumber Cemetery. Family flowers only please and donations if wished in memory of Victor to Dementia N.I. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084/07840052022.

John McVey, Mashpee, Cape Cod, USA (Formerly Magherafelt and Newbridge)

The death has occurred of the late John McVey, February 1 2026,  Mashpee, Cape Cod, USA ( formerly Magherafelt and Newbridge, Co. Derry), Died peacefully, beloved father of Oisin, son of Marian and the late Desie McVey, loving brother of Donna (Gerry), Connie (Eddie), Louise (Stewart) and Marie ( Pouya), much loved uncle to Sarah, Ciaran, Lorcan, Aodhan and great uncle to Tom, Daragh and Ruby. Funeral from 122 Creagh Road on Friday, February 13 2026 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St Trea Newbridge via webcam Church of St. Trea, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his grieving family, beloved Johna and all his extended family in both the USA and Ireland. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Family flowers only, donation in lieu if so desired to The Kevin Bell Trust Donations - Kevin Bell Trust. The wake for John will commence on Thursday, February 12 at 12.00noon to 9.00pm. Family only please on the morning of the funeral.

Jean (Betty) Newman, (née McCormick), 60 Donal Casey Court, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Jean (Betty) Newman, (née McCormick), February 10 2026, peacefully at Foyle Hospice, loving mother of Glen, Gary and the late Stephen, devoted grandmother of Shannon, Micheal, Caoimhin, Sophie, Evan, Maille Rose and Lottie, Mother-in-law to Kerry, cherished sister of Harry, Rose, Neil, Stephen, Helen and Martin. Loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Betty will be reposing at her home, 60 Donal Casey Court. Removal leaving there on Wednesday, February 11 at 6.00pm to Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty for Requiem Mass on Thursday, February 12 at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

Shuan Toland, Foyle Road, Derry

The death has taken place of Shaun Toland, February 9 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, late of Foyle Road, Derry, beloved husband of Kathleen, loving father of Anne Marie, father-in-law of Antoine, cherished grandfather of Loic, Olivia and Paul and dear brother of Mickey, Kathleen, Bobby, Imelda and the late Anthony and James. His remains will be reposing in Altnaderry, Killea, Co Donegal, F93 X076, from 5.00pm on Tuesday. Funeral from there on Thursday at 11.30am for 12o'clock Requiem Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Killea. Interment afterwards in Church of All Saints Cemetery, Newtowncunningham. Family time please from 10.00pm to 12noon and on the morning of the funeral. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Owenmor Care Home Comfort Fund, Culmore Road, Derry. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.