Derry Death Notices - Thursday, February 26,2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Ann Clifford (née McLaughlin), 5 Old City Court, Derry

• Herbert Victor (Bertie) Crawford, Derry

• Daniel Cullen, 13 Drumleck Gardens, Derry

• Siobhan Doherty (née O'Hagan), 15 Barrs Lane, Hazelbank, Derry

• David Anthony Ellard, Knocklynn Grove, Coleraine

• Harry Henry Halliday, 27 Garvagh Road, Kilrea

• Ernie Moore, 15 St John’s Park, Derry

• Frank McCarroll, Figary, Fahan (Formerly of Derry)

• Ann McLernon (née O’Neill), 6 Portlee Road, Randalstown (Formerly Bellagherty)

• Caoimhin Porter-McLoone, 5 Moyola Park, Derry

• Therese Smyth (née O’Kelly), London (Formerly of Derry)

Ann Clifford (née McLaughlin), 5 Old City Court, Derry

The death has occurred of Ann Clifford (née McLaughlin), February 25 2026, peacefully at home, 5 Old City Court. Beloved wife of Gerry. Loving mother of Gerry, Brendan, Kevin, Clare and Amanda. A Much loved Grandmother. Beloved daughter of the late Bridget and Brendan. Dear sister of Pauline, Brendan, Adrian, Damien and the late Johnny, Elaine, Jacqueline, Terence and Lawrence. Funeral from her home on Friday at 9.20am to St Mary's Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake private to family only. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all her family and everyone who knew her. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our lady of Knock pray for her.

Herbert Victor (Bertie) Crawford, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Herbert Victor (Bertie) Crawford, February 24 2026, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family in his 85th year) much loved husband of the late Ena, devoted father of Diane, Gail and Gary, adored granda of Amy, Alex and Chloe, great-granda of Hannah, Harry and Thea, dearest brother of Margaret. Service of Thanksgiving in his grand-daughter Chloe’s home, 25 Clooney Terrace, Waterside on Friday, February 27 at 10.30am followed by burial Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to W.H & S.C.T Altnagelvin Hospital Ward 50) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Derry, BT47 3QQ ( Email address would be appreciated for all receipts). Everyone is welcome to call at Chloe’s home today (Thursday) from 12.00noon - 8.00pm. Dearly loved and be sadly missed by his entire family circle. “Too good in life to be forgotten in death”

Daniel Cullen, 13 Drumleck Gardens, Derry

The death has taken place of Daniel Cullen, February 24 2026, suddenly as the result of a car accident, (late of 13 Drumleck Gardens). Beloved son of John Morrow and Sharon Cullen. Loving brother of Joe, John Paul (Twin), Bridie and Doniella. Funeral arrangements later from his sister Bridie's home, 33 Carranbane walk, Shantallow. Deeply regretted and will be missed by all his family and friends. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Knock pray for him.

Siobhan Doherty (née O'Hagan), 15 Barrs Lane, Hazelbank, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Siobhan Doherty (née O'Hagan), February 25 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital. Beloved wife of Gerald. Loving mother of Daniel, Theresa, Gerald and the late Peter. A Much loved Grandmother. Beloved daughter of the late Susie and Peter. Dear sister of Isa, Tommy, Mary, Martina, John, Dessie, Lorraine and the late Maureen, Paddy, Peter, Willie and Sally. Dearest friend of Majella. Siobhan will be reposing at her family home, 15 Barrs Lane, Hazelbank from today (Thursday) at 12noon. Funeral leaving her home on Saturday at 9.20am to Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: https://www.holyfamily-parish.com/webcam.html. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all her family and everyone who knew her. Our Lady of Lourdes, Pray for her. Saint Bernadette, Pray for her.

David Anthony Ellard, Knocklynn Grove, Coleraine

The death has taken place of David Anthony Ellard, February 24 2026, suddenly at hospital, Knocklynn Grove, Coleraine. Beloved son of Mary and the late Patrick, loving partner of Lynda, dear brother of Michael and the late Ann, brother-in-law of Annmaria. David will be reposing at his mother’s home on Thursday by family invitation only. Funeral Service in St. Malachy’s Church, Coleraine on Friday at 1.30pm, followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. House private. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if wished, for Chest, Heart & Stroke, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Lovingly remembered by his family and friends.

Harry Henry Halliday, 27 Garvagh Road, Kilrea

The death has occurred of the late Harry Henry Halliday, February 25 2026, (suddenly) at his home, 27 Garvagh Road, Kilrea. Dearly-loved husband of the late Anna, loving father of the late Martin, father-in-law of Ruth and grandfather of Heather. House private. Friends and relatives are welcome to call at Caldwell's Funeral Home on Friday, February 27 from 7.00pm - 9.00pm. A funeral service will be held in Portglenone Presbyterian Church on Monday, March 2 at 12noon followed by interment in Tamlaght O'Crilly Parish Churchyard. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, for the Eye Clinic, Mater Hospital, Belfast c/o Thompson Caldwell, Caldwell's Funeral Services, 42 Hiltonstown Road, Portglenone BT44 8EQ. Very deeply regretted by the entire family and family circle.

Ernie Moore, 15 St John’s Park, Derry

The death has taken place of Ernie Moore, February 23 2026 peacefully at the Foyle Hospice, beloved husband of the late Nellie, loving father of Jim, Raymond and Paula, father-in-law of Deirdre and Seamus and much loved grandfather of Sosaídh. His remains will be reposing in his home, 15 St John’s Park. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 12noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Frank McCarroll, Figary, Fahan (Formerly of Derry)

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Frank McCarroll, February 25 2026, peacefully at Deanfield Nursing Home, formerly of Figary, Fahan, beloved husband of Mary, loving father of John, Ciara, Suzanne and Frank, a devoted father-in-law and grandfather and dear brother of Mary, Suzanne, Colm, Brian, Brendan, Aileen and the late Jimmy. Frank’s wake will take place in his son’s home, 5 Rosswater, Limavady Road, on Thursday from 12noon - 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Friday at 11.30am for 12o’clock Requiem Mass in St Columb’s Church, Chapel Road. 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.

Ann McLernon (née O’Neill), 6 Portlee Road, Randalstown (Formerly Bellagherty)

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Ann McLernon (née O’Neill), (Randalstown and formerly Bellagherty), February 24 2026,  peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of Seamus and much loved mother of John Paul, Joanne, Roisin, Bernie (Taylor), mother in law of Rhys, loving grandmother of Ciara and Emily. Daughter of the late Joe and Margaret O’Neill and loving sister of Mary Mills, Liz McLaughlin, Brigid Hegarty, Felix, Francie and the late Margaret, Jimmy, John Joe, Grace and Alice. Funeral from her home 6 Portlee Road on Friday, February 27 at 11.15am for 12.00noon Requiem Mass in Church of the Sacred Heart Cargin, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughters, son in law, grandchildren, sisters, brothers, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to N.I Air Ambulance or Marie Curie.

Caoimhin Porter-McLoone, 5 Moyola Park, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Caoimhin Porter-McLoone, February 24 2026, suddenly as the result of a tragic accident, beloved son of Stephanie and the late Darren, loving brother of Chloe, Hunter, Shea, Darren and Ben, dear grandson of Eamon and the late Jacqueline Porter and Isobel McCloskey, a cherished nephew and cousin. Will be sadly missed by his wider family circle and friends. Caoimhin will be reposing at his home, 5 Moyola Avenue on Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27 from 11:00am to 9:00pm. Funeral leaving his home on Saturday, February 28 at 10:20am to St. Brigid’s Church, Carnhill for Requiem Mass at 11:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.

Therese Smyth (née O’Kelly), London (Formerly of Derry)

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Therese Smyth (née O’Kelly), peacefully, surrounded by her loving family in the gentle care of Rectory Court Care Home, Blackheath, London on February 24 2026. Formerly of Derry. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of the late Len. Devoted mother of Siobhan, Grainne and the late Francine. Dearest mother-in-law of Jon and John. Loving granny of Luke, Sian and Rebecca. A much loved sister of Declan and the late Sean, Maire, Seamus, Nancy, Dennis and Fr. Frank. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her nieces, nephews, wider family circle and friends. Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to Alzheimer’s Society c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. St. Bernadette Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Lourdes Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.