Derry Death Notices - Evening - Monday, April 6, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

Paul Dempsey, 18 Claragh Hill Drive, Kilrea.

Sarah Patricia (Patsy) Anderson (née McGlinchey), 15 Westland Crescent, Greysteel.

Lawrence Meharg.

Alan Saunders, 75 Benview Estate, Coshquin.

Singh Inder Pal (Dr.) (Retired G.P.), 11 Templegrove, Londonderry.

Susanna Kealey “Susie” née O’Kane, Leeds.

Patrick "Packey" John O’Kane 84 Main Street, Claudy, Co Derry.

Margaret (Katrina) Johnston (née Holden), 117 Fergleen Park, Derry.

David John (Ian) Pollock, formerly of 11 Ballinameen Avenue, Garvagh.

William James (Jim) Booth, 33, Killyneese Road, Castledawson.

George Boyle, formerly of Windsor Terrace.

Linda Galway (née Bates), 12A Killyberry Road, Bellaghy.

Maureen Duggan (née O'Donnell), Clonliffe Park, Culmore.

Paul Dempsey, 18 Claragh Hill Drive, Kilrea.

We regret to inform you of the sudden but peaceful passing of Paul Dempsey R.I.P. (Kilrea) Died April 6, 2026.

N.B. Paul’s wake has not yet commenced. Funeral arrangements will be updated when they become available.

Paul R.I.P. late of 18, Claragh Hill Drive, Kilrea.

Beloved husband of Zara (née Donnelly); loving father of Brenainn (Rachel), Naimh, JP and much adored Granda of Shane, Logan, Cillian, Pierce and Danny.

Son of the late Willie and Vera and loving brother of Barbara (Darragh), Mark and Adrian.

St. Pio pray for him.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

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Sarah Patricia (Patsy) Anderson (née McGlinchey), 15 Westland Crescent, Greysteel.

The death has taken place of Sarah Patricia (Patsy) Anderson (née McGlinchey), April 6, 2026, beloved wife of the late Paddy, 15, Westland Crescent, Greysteel, loving mother of Austin, Dessie, Dominic and Majella, and a much loved mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.

House private please. Family and close friends only.

Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O'Brien & Son's Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, this evening (Monday) from 7 - 9 pm.

Funeral from her home on Wednesday at 9.25 am for 10 o'clock Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

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Lawrence Meharg.

The death has taken place of Lawrence Meharg R.I.P., beloved husband of the late Grace, son of the late John and Mary and dear brother of Martin, Michael, Rosemary, Angela, Sheila and the late Claire, Peter, Sean and Martina.

Requiem Mass for Lawrence will take place in Church of St Columba Straw on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 11.00am, interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Deeply regretted by his brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends.

Everyone welcome to McCusker Bros Funeral Home, 10a, Garden Street Magherafelt, BT45 5DD Magherafelt, Northern Ireland - Google Maps on Monday, April 6, 2026, from 6.00pm to 8.00pm.

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Alan Saunders, 75 Benview Estate, Coshquin.

The death has taken place of Alan Saunders, April 6, 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, Alan, beloved son of the late Frances and a dear and loving nephew, cousin and uncle. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle, all his friends, neighbours and carers.

House private today (Monday) for family and close friends only.

Alan will be reposing at his home, 75 Benview Estate, Coshquin, on Tuesday, April 7, 2026,  from 10:00am.

Funeral leaving his home on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:20am to Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty 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.

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Singh Inder Pal (Dr.), 11, Templegrove, Londonderry

The death has taken place of Singh Inder Pal (Dr.) (Retired G.P.), April 6, 2026 Peacefully at home, 11 Templegrove, Londonderry (in the tender loving care of his family in his 76th year), much loved husband of Jagir, devoted dad of Birinder, Ruby and Nina, loving father-in-law of Amanda, Kip and Angus, adored granda of Reuben, Millie, Cameron, Lilah, Ralph and Ottie, a dear brother (of his siblings abroad) and a special uncle.

Antam Sanskaar (Funeral Service) to take place in Sikh Gurdwara, 16, Simpsons Brae, Londonderry on Monday, April 13, at approximately 9.30 a.m., followed by private Cremation.

Family time only at the family home, with an exception. All are welcome to call at the family home on Friday, April 10, from 3.00 p.m. until 8.00 p.m..

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Foyle Hospice or Marie Curie c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry, BT47 3QQ.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle.

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Susanna Kealey “Susie” née O’Kane, Leeds.

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Susanna Kealey “Susie” née O’Kane peacefully at Gledhow Nursing Home, Leeds on the April 4, 2026, may she rest in peace.

Formerly of Feeny & Dungiven, Co Derry.

Beloved wife of the late Willie John RIP and loving mother of Anna-Maria Sutton (Simon) and the late Noel Kealey RIP.
Devoted grandmother of Joseph, Immy and Charlie.
Daughter of the late Margaret & Canice O’Kane RIP and dear sister of Canice, Eddie, Mary, Paul, Patsy and the late John and Eileen RIP.

Funeral arrangements later.

Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for her.

Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.

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Patrick "Packey" John O’Kane 84 Main Street, Claudy, Co Derry.

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Patrick John O’Kane “Packey” peacefully at home April 6, 2026.
May he rest in peace.

Late of 84 Main Street, Claudy, Co Derry.

Beloved husband of the late Agnes RIP.
Loving father of Carmel (Gerard RIP), Bernie (Eddie), Michael (Bernie), Margaret (Michael), Kieran (Kathleen) and the late Kevin and Terence RIP.
A devoted grandfather and great grandfather.
Deeply regretted by the entire family circle.

Wake commencing at his late home 5pm - Monday (6th). Family time 10pm to 11am.

Funeral from his late home on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, leaving at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in Saint Patrick‘s Church, Claudy. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Requiem mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://mcn.live/Camera/saint-patricks-claudy

Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to SVP Claudy c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors.

Saint Joseph patron of the departed souls pray for him.

Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022

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Margaret (Katrina) Johnston (née Holden), 117 Fergleen Park, Derry.

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret (Katrina) Johnston née Holden, peacefully at home on April 6, 2026.

Late of 117, Fergleen Park. May she rest in peace.

Beloved wife of John-Paul. Devoted mother of Janine, Charmaine and Ryan. Dearest mother-in-law of Jonathan and Darryl. Loving Nana of Maddie, Cillian, Kerrie, Michaela, Harry, Luke, Kelsey, Zach, Cathair and Ellie. Precious daughter of the late Ronald and Isobel. A dear daughter-in-law of Caddie. A much loved sister and sister-in-law. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends.

***Funeral Arrangements Later***

Peace Perfect Peace.

All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

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David John (Ian) Pollock, Formerly of 11 Ballinameen Avenue, Garvagh.

The death has taken place of David John (Ian) Pollock, formerly of 11, Ballinameen Avenue, Garvagh, suddenly at his home in South Africa on April 4, 2026. Dearly beloved husband of the late Anne, much loved father of Gavin and Arden and loving grandfather of Sarah and Jack. Lovingly remembered by his family and friends.

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William James (Jim) Booth, 33, Killyneese Road, Castledawson.

The death has taken place of April 5, 2026 (suddenly) at his home, 33 Killyneese Road, Castledawson, William James (Jim), dearly beloved Husband of the late Isobel, much loved Brother of John and the late Tom, Eileen and Olive and a dear Brother-in-Law and Uncle.

House strictly private.

Wake and Funeral details to follow.

Family flowers only please.

Lovingly remembered by his sorrowing Brother and the entire Family Circle.

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Geroge Boyle, Windsor Terrrace, Derry.

The death has taken place of George Boyle, April 4, 2026 peacefully at Longfield Nursing Home (formerly of Windsor Terrace) beloved husband of the late Meta, loving father of Dermot, Ursula and Eamonn. Devoted grandfather of Grace, Úna and Niamh and great grandfather of Roma and Róise. Dear brother of Jim and the late Winnie, Maureen, Kathleen and Joe. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle.

You are welcome to pay your respects at W J O’Brien & Son's Funeral home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton on Monday from 4 - 6 pm.

George will be removed from there at 6 pm to repose overnight in St. Eugene’s Cathedral. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10 o’clock. Interment afterwards in the City cemetery.

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Sr. Clare intercede for him.

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Linda Galway (née Bates), 12A Killyberry Road, Bellaghy.

GALWAY (nee Bates) – April 5, 2026 (peacefully) at the Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by her devoted family, Lynda Margaret, dearly beloved wife of the late Paul, 12A, Killyberry Road, Bellaghy, much loved and adored mother of David and Hannah, loving daughter of Iris and the late Cecil, dearest sister of Heather, Sandra, Sharon and Cecil, loving daughter-in-law of Garry and Sue, dear sister-in-law of Will, Nigel, Jim, Roberta, Nigel and the late Keith and cherished aunt of Timothy, Matthew and great-aunt of Amelia.

House strictly private.

Funeral arrangements later.

Will always be loved and remembered by her family and the entire family circle.

“Be still and know that I am God” Psalm 46 v10

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Maureen Duggan (née O'Donnell), Clonliffe Park, Culmore.

Maureen Dugan (née O'Donnell) April  5, 2026 beloved wife of the late Paul, formerly of Clonliffe Park, Culmore, loving mother of Beth, mother-in-law of Alex, devoted grandmother of Caitlin, dear sister of Eunan, Raymond and the late Fr. Shaun and a much loved aunt and great-aunt.