Derry Death Notices - Friday, 3rd February, 2023
Obituaries
The following deaths have occurred:-
Ivy Isobel Broad (née Hamilton), 9 Sailsbury Crescent, Kilfennan, Derry
The death has occurred of Ivy Isobel Broad (née Hamilton), 2nd February 2023, (peacefully) at her home, 9 Sailsbury Crescent, Kilfennan, (surrounded by her loving family) much loved wife of Percy, devoted mother of Darren, Gordana and Roger, loving mother-in-law of Leila and Billy, adored granny of Gordon, Stephen, Toni, Keiran, Jonathan, Lauren and Ellie, great-granny of Owen, Nolan, Fiadh, Dominic, Arianna, Ivy, Archie, Sophia and Ellie-May, dearest sister of Ally and the late Reba and Willie. Funeral leaving her late home on Sunday, 5th February, followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life in Carlisle Road Presbyterian Church at 2.00pm burial afterwards in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to Foyle Hospice c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her entire family circle and many friends. The Lord is my Shepherd.
William Charles Curry, Derry
The death has taken place of William Charles Curry, 30th January 2023, dearly beloved son of Evelyn and the late William John, loving brother of Hazel, Ronald, Janet, Steven and Gemma, dearest brother-in-law of Kenneth, Lorna and David and a dear uncle. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Gortnessy Presbyterian Church c/o Mr. Ross Hyndman, 32, Temple Road, Lishally, Co Derry BT47 2LJ. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. Memories are like threads of gold, they never tarnish or grow old. Peace is yours, memories ours.
Catherine (Cathy) Davison (née Nesbitt), Derry
The death has occurred of Catherine (Cathy) Davison (née Nesbitt), 1st February 2023, (peacefully) at Altnagelvin Hospital after a short illness surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Norman, loving Mother of Karen and Leanne. Dear mother-in-law of Paul and Richard and a devoted grandmother of Sophie, Adam, Alex, Jack and Katie. Funeral service in Glendermott Parish Church at 1.00pm on Saturday, 4th February followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. House Strictly Private. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable) to I.C.U Altnagelvin Hospital c/o Adair and Neely Funeral Directors 10-12 Foyle Road, Derry BT48 6SR. Deeply regretted by her loving family circle. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Robert Henry (Wilson) Diver, 5 St Columba’s Walk, Greysteel
The death has taken place of Robert Henry (Wilson) Diver, 31st January 2023, beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of Brian, Samantha, Peter, Keith and the late Stephen, father-in-law of Siobhan, Sean, Emma and Alison, a much loved granda and dear brother of the late George, Elizabeth, Jean and Bruce. Funeral from his home, 5 St Columba’s Walk, Greysteel on Saturday at 11.30am for 12o’clock Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Hugh Houston, 26 Buskin Way, Coleraine
The death has taken place of Hugh Houston, 2nd February 2023, (peacefully) at hospital, 26 Buskin Way, Coleraine. Dearly loved husband of Sally, loving father of Kim, Barbara, Aaron and Samantha; father-in-law of Leslie, Barry and Richard; devoted grandfather of Christopher, Nicholas, Michael, Jamie, Rebekah, Peter, Joe and Eve; dear brother of Alan and the late June, and a great-grandfather. House private. Service of Thanksgiving in Terrace Row Presbyterian Church on Sunday at 1.30pm, followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, by making cheques payable to: Crohn’s & Colitis UK, c/o Ms Charlene Wade, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine BT52 1BF. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.
Anthony McCallion, 131 Dowland Road, Limavady
The death has taken place of Anthony McCallion, 1st February 2023, (peacefully) at Owenmor Care Home, beloved son of the late John and Annie, loving brother of Margaret, Brigid and the late Willie-John, loving uncle of Ciaran and to all his nieces and nephews. His remains will be reposing in the family home, 131 Dowland Road, Limavady. Funeral from there on Saturday at 9.25am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Limavady. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Alzheimer's Society, Sevenoaks, Waterside, Derry, BT47 6AL. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Michael McGonagle, formerly of Curryneirin and Top of The Hill, Derry
The death has taken place of Michael McGonagle, 1st February 2023, beloved partner of Julie, loving son of the late William and Vera (formerly of Curryneirin and Top of The Hill), stepson of Margaret, dear brother of William, Teresa, John, Patrick and Martin and a much loved uncle. Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects at W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton on Friday from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. A service will take place there on Saturday at 2.30pm followed by interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. 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.
George Ryan, Marlborough Street, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of George Ryan, (peacefully) at the Foyle Hospice, surrounded by all of his loving family and friends on 1st February 2023. Late of Marlborough Street and formerly of Drumleck Drive. A much loved and renowned Bogside History Tour Guide. Beloved son of the late Willie and Marian. Loving brother of Liam, Jackie and the late Robbie. Dearest brother-in-law of Martrese. A much loved uncle of Conor, Gareth, Megan, Kelly, Karli and Nicky. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. George’s remains will be reposing at his brother Liam’s residence, 61 Ederowen Park. Funeral leaving from there on Saturday, 4th February at 09.20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake House Private From 10.00pm till 10.00am. George’s funeral requiem mass can be streamed live via the link:https://www.churchservices.tv/steelstown. To Know Him Was To Love Him.
Josephine Toner, 17 Glenmill Park, Limavady
The death has occurred of Josephine Toner, 2nd February 2023, (peacefully) at her home, 17 Glenmill Park, Limavady, beloved mother of Genevieve, daughter of the late Charles and Mary Toner R.I.P. A much loved sister of Gordan, Moira, Ivan, Liam, Adrian, and the late Bernadette R.I.P. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Private family time on Thursday please, wake will commence on Friday at 11.00am. Funeral from her home on Sunday at 9.50am for Requiem Mass at 10.30am in St Mary’s Church followed by interment in adjoining Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to Foyle Hospice 61 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE. Queen of the most Holy Rosary Pray for her.
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