Derry Death Notices - Friday, March 27, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Bernadette Dinsmore (née O'Malley), 53 Blackburn Crescent, Lisnagelvin, Derry

• David James Doherty, 15 Sandale Park, Derry

• Andrew JJ Donnelly, 14 Agherton Drive, Portstewart

• Mary Kathleen (Marlene) Hamilton (née McGarrigle), 41 Main Street, Feeny

• Angela McConway, 105 Aghanloo Road, Limavady

• Johnny O’Kane (Den), 193 Finvola Park, Dungiven

• Hilary Winfield, 15 Seymour Gardens, Derry

Bernadette Dinsmore (née O'Malley), 53 Blackburn Crescent, Lisnagelvin, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Bernadette Dinsmore (née O'Malley), March 26 2026, Peacefully at home, 53 Blackburn Crescent, Lisnagelvin (in the tender loving care of her family), much loved wife of George, loving mum and mother-in-law of Michele (Nick), Barry (Oonagh), David (Siobhan) and the late Henry (Michelle), an adored granny of Will, Catherine, Joe, Lucia, Georga, Ben, Toby, Eliza and Sophie, a dear sister of Annie and Shaun. Bernadette’s remains are leaving her late home on Saturday, March 28 at 9.30am for Funeral Mass in St. Columb’s Church, Chapel Road at 10.00am, burial afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family home strictly private all day Thursday, family and friends are welcome to call to pay their respects at the family home on Friday between 1.00pm until 9.00pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Marie Curie or Foyle Hospice c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

David James Doherty, 15 Sandale Park, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of David James Doherty, March 25 2026, suddenly at his home, 15 Sandale Park. Beloved son of Patricia and stepson of John. Much loved brother of Gerard, Gary, Sinead and Sean. Stepbrother of Jonathan and Annette. Loving uncle to his nieces and nephews. A much loved cousin. Former husband of Carla McClintock. David will be reposing at his mother's home, 1 Linsfort Drive, Creggan. Funeral from there on Saturday at 9.30am 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. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Knock pray for him.

Andrew JJ Donnelly, 14 Agherton Drive, Portstewart

The death has taken place of the late Andrew JJ Donnelly, March 24 2026, (suddenly at 14 Agherton Drive, Portstewart). Cherished son of Oonagh and the late John, much loved and spirited brother of Emma, Nuala, Eoin and Katherine; brother-in-law of Martin, Jack, Angel and Andrew; a magical and adventurous uncle of Ruan, Kaeleb, Bea, Freja, Indi, Keir, Saoirse, Colette and Fionn. Funeral Arrangements Later. Family and Friends are welcome to pay their respects at the family home (14 Agherton Drive, Portstewart), from Saturday onwards. Always loved, always remembered.

Mary Kathleen (Marlene) Hamilton (née McGarrigle), 41 Main Street, Feeny

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Mary Kathleen (Marlene) Hamilton (née McGarrigle), March 25 2026, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by her loving family) much loved wife of Martin, devoted mother of Lorraine, Cherilyn, Amanda, Diane and Graham, loving mother-in-law of Steve, Keith, Mark and Mervyn, adored granny of Victoria, Ryan, Rachel, Anna, Ross, Lucy, Adam and Alison, dear sister of John and the late Ann and Violet, much loved sister-in-law, aunt and friend to many. Funeral leaving her late home, 41 Main Street, Feeny on Sunday, March 29 at 1.30pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life in Banagher Parish Church at 2.00pm burial afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Foyle Hospice c/o Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Friday and Saturday from 11.00am until 10.00pm. Dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd”.

Angela McConway, 105 Aghanloo Road, Limavady

The death has taken place of the late Angela McConway, March 26 2026, peacefully at her sister's home, late of 105 Aghanloo Road, Limavady, beloved daughter of the late William and Catherine, loving sister of Eileen, Maurice, Kathleen and the late Mary, Rose and Edward and a much loved sister-in-law, aunt and great-aunt. Angela will be reposing in her brother's home, 25 Scotchtown Road, Magilligan. Funeral from there on Saturday at 10.30am for 11o'clock Requiem Mass in St Aidan's Church, Magilligan. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.  Family time only please from 10.00pm to 12noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Marie Curie, 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh, Co Tyrone. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.  Our Lady of Knock intercede for her.

Johnny O’Kane (Den), 193 Finvola Park, Dungiven

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Johnny O’Kane (Den), suddenly but peacefully, at home on March 25 2026. May he rest in peace. Late of 193 Finvola Park, Dungiven, Co Derry. Beloved husband of Patsy and loving father of Shane (Carol) and Fiona (Eugene). Devoted grandfather of Keisha, Carina and the late Eoghan RIP. Dear brother of Margaret Magee, Paul, Patricia McLaughlin and the late Mary McGilligan, Joe and James RIP. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Reposing  at his late home - family and friends welcome. Funeral from his late home on Saturday, March 28 leaving at 9.30am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St Patricks Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://parishofdungiven.com/. Family flowers only donations if wished in memory of Johnny to Parkinsons N.I c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Saint Joseph patron of the departed souls pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s Dungiven 07747046084 / 07840052022.

Hilary Winfield, 15 Seymour Gardens, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Hllary Winfield, March 25 2026, peacefully in Altnagelvin Hospital. Dearly beloved wife of Andy. Devoted mother of Jason and Keira. Dear mother-in-law to Sinead and Ryan. Loving grandmother of Molly, Jack, Conor, John and the late Charlotte. Funeral service in her late home 15 Seymour Gardens on Saturday, March 28 at 1.00pm followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Northern Ireland Kidney Research Fund, Institute of Clinical Science, Block A, Royal Victoria Hospital, Grosvenor Road, Belfast BT12 6BA. All enquiries to Adair & Neely Funeral Directors Tel: 028 71311321. Deeply regretted by her loving family circle. May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back and until we meet again may you rest in eternal peace.