Derry Death Notices - Friday, 31st May 2024
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Ellen Andrews (née McDowell), 4 Somerton Grange, Coleraine
The death has occurred of the late Ellen Andrews (née McDowell), 30th May 2024, peacefully at hospital, late of 4 Somerton Grange, Coleraine. Dearly loved wife of Eddie and much loved mother of Gavin, Morag and Colin; mother-in-law of Noleen, Matthew and Evie; nana of James, Emma and Milo. House private. Thanksgiving Service in Wades Funeral Home, on Tuesday at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, to Save The Children, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family circle.
Evelyn Birnie, 15 Mourne Drive, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Evelyn Birnie, 30th May 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin hospital, beloved wife of the late Derek, loving mother of Paul, Lorraine and the late Julie and Nigel, dear mother in law of Yvette and Paul, a devoted grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service in her home, 15 Mourne Drive at 2.00pm on Sunday, 2nd June followed by burial in Glendermott Presbyterian Church burial ground. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to All Saint's Clooney church c/o The Parish office Glendermott Road. Deeply regretted by her loving family circle. Safe and sound in the Arms of Jesus.
John Wesley Cross, 6 Highfield Road, Magherafelt
The death has taken place of the late John Cross, May 29, 2024 (suddenly) (ex RUC GC), 6 Highfield Road, Magherafelt, much loved husband of Valerie, dearly loved father of Vicky and Jonny, dearest brother of Billy, David, Ruth, Andy, Stephen and Linda and also a cherished brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral arrangements later. Lovingly remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “A day of duty done, a day of rest begun”.
Ann Grace Doherty, Bishop Street, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Ann Grace Doherty of Bishop Street, passed peacefully on 30th May surrounded by her loving family. Much loved Mammy to Nicola, Rachel, Martin, the late Jonathan, Gary and Aine and mother-in-law to Paul. Loving Nana to all beloved grandchildren. Dearest sister to Bredge, Mickey and Manus and sister-in-law of Sean, Ann and Nuala. Ann will repose at her brother Manus’ house at 1 St. John’s Park, Derry on Friday, 31st May from 11.00am to 9.00pm. Funeral service will take place in St. Columba’s Church, Long Tower on 1st June at 1:30pm followed by a burial in City Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations can be made to Foyle Hospice. Always loved and remembered by her entire family circle, friends and community.
Siobhan Farrell (née McCloskey), 157a Altmover Road, Foreglen
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Siobhan Farrell (née McCloskey), peacefully at Foyle Hospice on the 29th May 2024. May she rest in peace. Late of 157a Altmover Road, Foreglen, Co Derry. Beloved wife of Sean and loving mother of Shauna and Gerard. Daughter of Marie and the late Joe R.I.P and sister of Sean, Colleen, Seamus and Breidge. Reposing at her late home. Funeral on Saturday, 1st June 2024 leaving at 12.20pm for 1.00pm Requiem Mass in St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Foreglen. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Funeral Mass can be viewed via the church webcam: https://churchmedia.tv/foreglen. Family flowers only please , donations if wished in lieu to Foyle Hospice c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Our Lady, Blessed Mother of Jesus pray for her. Enquires to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Dorothy Granshaw (née Gibbon), 55 Craigbrack Road, Eglinton
The death has taken place of the late Dorothy Granshaw (née Gibbon), 26th May 2024, beloved wife of the late Ian, 55 Craigbrack Road, Eglinton, loving mother of Dean and Michelle, devoted grandmother of Kierin, Harry, Oshiana and Mollie and dear sister of Anthony, Christine, Judy and the late Monica. The funeral service will take place at W J O’Brien & Son’s funeral home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton on Friday at 2.00pm. A private cremation will take place at a later date. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
Kevin Leonard, Rossnagalliagh, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Kevin Leonard, 29th May 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, (late of Rossnagalliagh and formerly of Nicholson Square), loving father of Eoin and Callum, beloved son of the late Lily, cherished brother of Jacqueline, Sharon, John and Michelle and a loving uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Kevin will be reposing at his sister Michelle’s home, 24 Ballymore Park on Friday from 10:00am to 11:00pm. Funeral leaving 24 Ballymore Park on Saturday, 1st June at 9:20am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in The City Cemetery. Jesus I trust in you. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
Margaret McCallion, Lecky Road, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of the late Margaret McCallion, 29th May 2024, peacefully at Seymour House and formerly of Lecky Road, beloved daughter of the late Edward and Ellen and loving sister of Anna, Bridie and the late Nellie, Susie, May, Lily, Josephine, Edward, Jimmy and Willie. Her remains will be reposing in her nephew's home, 33 Drumard Park. Funeral from there on Saturday at 11o'clock for 11.30am Requiem Mass in St Columba's Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
Michael McCloskey, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Michael McCloskey, 30th May 2024 peacefully at the Foyle Hospice, loving father of James, Asheline, Conair and Beth, father-in-law of Jo, Jack and Eimear, cherished grandfather of Hope, River, Odhrán and Beau, son of the late James and Maggie and dear brother of Kathleen, Margaret, Jim, Maureen, Patrick, Willie, Geraldine and the late Lexi and Brendan. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, grandchildren, brothers and sisters, family circle and friends. His remains will be reposing in his sister Margaret’s home, 47 Cashelhill Park, BT48 8LS, from 10.00am on Friday. Funeral from there on Sunday at 10.30am for 11o’clock funeral Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Interment afterwards in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Muff, Co Donegal. Family time please from 11.00pm to 10.00am. 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.
Bridget (Bríd) McCool (née Brown), 13 Inveroe Gardens, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Bridget (Bríd) McCool (née Brown), peacefully at home on 29th May 2024. Late of 13 Inveroe Gardens and formerly of Linsfort Drive. May she rest in peace. Dearest wife of the late Patrick (Finn). Beloved mother of Jean, Danny and Martina. Loving granny of Rachel, Catherine, Mia, Reuben and Reece. A much loved great-granny of Finn, Cillian and Kane. Devoted sister of Roy, Theresa, Peggy, Jean, Sadie and Thomas. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Bríd’s remains will be reposing at her daughter Martina’s home, 13 Inveroe Gardens. Funeral leaving from there on Saturday, 1st June at 11:20am for 12.00pm Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake house will be private from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Bríd’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. St. Jude Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Fatima Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.
John McLaughlin, 15 Elm Grove, Derru
The death has occurred of the late John McLaughlin, 29th May 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved husband of the late Rosie, 15 Elm Grove, loving father of Valarie, Geraldine, Kathleen, John, Caroline, Charmaine and the late Pat and Paul, a devoted grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and dear brother of Matt, Agnes, Maria, Kathleen and the late Rosaleen, James, Patrick, Drew, Gerald and Joseph. His remains will be reposing in his home. Funeral from there on Saturday at 9.20am for 10o'clock Requiem Mass in St Columba's Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. 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.