Derry Death Notices - Monday, February 16, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Randal Holmes, Coleraine

• Patrick McErlean, 6 Downings Road, Bellaghy (Updated Funeral Arrangements)

• Gladys McKee, Limavady

• Ann McLaughlin (née Grant), 207 Barleyfields, Culmore, Derry

• Ruth McMullan (née Glenn), 69 Knockwellan Park, Derry

• Bridgeen Neely (née Deery), Surrey (Formerly of 13 Troy Park, Derry)

• Francis O’Loughlin, 29 Brennan Court, Magherafelt

• Vera Pyne (née Casey), 20 Daisyhill Park, Derry

Randal Holmes, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Randal Holmes, February 13 2026 (suddenly) at his home, 18 Homefield Place, Ballyhome, Coleraine, Dearly loved husband of Gwen, loving father of Aaron and Nicola, father-in-law of Hayley, devoted granda of Emily (her mum Elaine) and Harry. Dear brother of Billy, Brian and the late Lorna and a much-loved brother-in-law and uncle. Service in his home on Tuesday at 11.30am followed by interment in Ballywatt Presbyterian Church Burying Ground. Family flowers only, please, donations in lieu if desired for the M.S. Society c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31, Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by his loving family and entire family circle.

Patrick McErlean, 6 Downings Road, Bellaghy (Updated Funeral Arrangements)

The death has taken place of the late Patrick McErlean, February 14 2026, (Suddenly), beloved son of Patrick and Eileen and much loved brother of Sean. Patrick is reposing in O’Donnell’s Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (corner), BT43 8LH. Visitors are welcome to call and pay their respects on Monday, February 16 between 6.00pm and 9.00pm. Patrick’s remains will arrive at St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy, on Tuesday, February 17 at 10.50am for 11.00am Requiem Mass (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery. Family Home Strictly Private” Deeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, brother, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins and all his family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to “Steps” c/o the family. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Gladys McKee, Limavady

The death has occurred of Gladys McKee, Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Cornfield Care Centre centre on February 14 2026, Much loved wife of the late Robin. Devoted Mammy of Georgina, Debbie (Trevor), Ethna (Warren) and David (Kelly). Also a a loving Nana and great Nana. House private (family and close friends only please). Funeral service will be held at 23 Rathbeg Crescent, Limavady on Tuesday at 10.00am (All welcome). Burial in Enagh cemetery immediately after. Family flowers only please, donations if desired and cheques made payable to Cornfield Care Centre centre or Fire Brigade Benevolent Fund, c/o Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est, Aghanloo Road, Limavady BT49 0HE. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle.

Ann McLaughlin (née Grant), 207 Barleyfields, Culmore, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Ann McLaughlin (née Grant), February 15 2026, peacefully at Foyle Hospice, surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of Joe, loving mother of Deirdre, Bronagh, Orla, Aaron and Kevin, devoted grandmother of Jack, Adam, Shea, Abigail, Max, Aedan, Leo and Rafi, caring mother-in-law of Jim, Martina and Hayley, cherished sister of Pat, Josephine, Kate, Michael, Colette and the late Charlie and Eugene. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle. Ann will be reposing at her home, 207 Barleyfields, Culmore on Monday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 17 from 12noon to 7:00pm. Funeral leaving her home on Wednesday, February 18 at 11:20am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 12noon. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please, 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.

Ruth McMullan (née Glenn), 69 Knockwellan Park, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Ruth McMullan (née Glenn), February 13 2026, suddenly, beloved Wife of the late Willie, late of 69 Knockwellan Park, loving Mother of Joanne, Dear Mother in law of Gary and a devoted Grandmother of Jenna and Ellie. Funeral service in Adair and Neely Funeral home Foyle Road at 12noon on Wednesday, February 18 followed by burial in Altnagelvin cemetery. House strictly private, family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Chest Heart and Stroke c/o Adair and Neely Funeral Directors, 12 Foyle Road, Derry. Family and friends welcome to the Funeral Home on Monday and Tuesday evening from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. The Lord is my Shepherd.

Bridgeen Neely (née Deery), Surrey (Formerly of 13 Troy Park, Derry)

We are heartbroken to announce that the death has occurred of Bridgeen Neely (née Deery) on Christmas Day 2025. Late of Camberley, Surrey and formerly of 13 Troy Park, Derry. Dearly beloved wife of David. Daughter of the late Hugh and Sheila Deery. Sister of Maria (Donal), Hugh, John (Ann), Laurena, Michael, Roisin (Will) and Mark (Jess). Much loved aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass for Bridgeen at 10:00am on Friday, February 20 in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Macmillan Cancer Support – macmillan.org.uk. Sacred Heart of Jesus Pray for her.

Francis O’Loughlin, 29 Brennan Court, Magherafelt

The death has taken place of Francis O’Loughlin, February 13 2026, (suddenly but peacefully), (29 Brennan Court, Magherafelt), beloved partner of the late Susan, much loved son of the late Patrick and Eileen and loving brother of Betty, Gerard and the late Patsy, Hugh, Margaret, Anthony and Harry. Francis’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will update them here as soon as they become available. House Strictly Private. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing brother, sister, nieces, nephews and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Alzheimer’s Society” c/o WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, 43 Glenone Road, Clady, Portglenone, BT44 8LH.

Vera Pyne (née Casey), 20 Daisyhill Park, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Vera Pyne (née Casey), February 15 2026, peacefully at Templemoyle Care Home, beloved wife of the late Hugh, loving mother of Hugh, Claire, John and Michael, mother-in-law of Lucia, Tony, Sarah and Jan and devoted granny of Sean, Ryan, Marc, Steven, Jennifer, Aaron, Connor, Elle, Brodie, Kelsey and Mia and great-granny of Jack, Alba, Tommy, Orlaith and Elsie, sister of Hugh Casey and the late Beth, Patsy, Eileen, Kathleen and John. Vera will be reposing at her home, 20 Daisyhill Park, on Sunday, February 15 from 3:00pm to 10:00pm and on Monday from 11:00am to 10:00pm. Funeral leaving her home on Tuesday, February 17 at 11:30am to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown for Requiem Mass at 12noon. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if wished, to Alzheimer’s Society, Sevenoaks, Crescent Link, BT47 6DN. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for her.