Derry Death Notices - Friday, 6th October, 2023
Obituaries
The following deaths have occurred:-
Michael Andrew Clark, 6 Rossmore, Waterside, Derry
The death has taken place of Michael Andrew Clark, 2nd October 2023, (US Navy, Veteran) suddenly at home 6 Rossmore, Waterside. Beloved Brother of William, Rudy, Robert and the late Jackie and John. Funeral service in Kilfennan Presbyterian Church at 1.00pm on Saturday, 7th October followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if wished to Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice, Horizon House, 18 O'Neill Road, Newtownabbey BT36 6WB or visit www.adairneelyfuneraldirectors.com. Fondly remembered by friends, neighbours and local community and his special friend Roxy. Friends welcome to attend Adair & Neely Funeral Home, Foyle Road on Friday from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. In thee O Lord I put my trust.
Terry Doherty, 17 Cedar Street, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of Terry Doherty, 3rd October 2023, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, (late of 17 Cedar Street), beloved husband of the late Bebe, loving father of Clare, Terence, Darren and Sarah, devoted grandfather of Niamh, Darren, Carragh, Devin and Mason. Sadly missed by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and the wider family circle. Terry will be reposing at Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Chapel, viewing on Friday from 4.00pm to 6.30pm. Removal leaving Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on today (Friday, 6th October) at 6.30pm to St. Columba’s Church, Longtower for Requiem Mass on Saturday at 10.00am. followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan at 2.00pm. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes Intercede for him.
Dolores Gallagher (nèe Deehan), 28 Elmwood Terrace, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Dolores Gallagher (nèe Deehan) who sadly passed away after a long illness in Altnagelvin hospital on 5th October 2023. Late of 28 Elmwood Terrace. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of John. Devoted mother of Gary Eoghan and Emer. A much loved mother-in-law of Danielle and Caolan. Loving grandmother of Norah. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her brothers, sisters, wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Dolores remains will be reposing at her late home, 28 Elmwood Terrace. Her funeral will leave from there on Saturday, 7th October at 9.20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Eugene’s Cathedral. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Dolores funeral Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/derrysteugenes. St. Padre Pio Intercede For Her.
Michael (Maxi) Gallagher, 18 Glenbrae Gardens, Derry
The death has taken place of Michael (Maxi) Gallagher, 3rd October 2023, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, MICHAEL, (late of 18 Glenbrae Gardens), beloved husband of Mary, loving father of Pauline, Michael and Jeffrey, Devoted grandfather of Michael and Elena, dear brother of Tommy, (Toby), Agnes, Patricia and the late Beatrice and Kathleen. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews and the wider family circle and friends. Funeral leaving Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on Friday at 9.30am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
Frederick Andrew (Fred) Irvine, 8 Laurel Park, Coleraine
The death has taken place of Frederick Andrew (Fred) Irvine, 3rd October 2023, (peacefully) at hospital, 8 Laurel Park, Coleraine, dearly beloved husband of the late Roberta, much loved father of Paul and Isla, dear father-in-law of Janetha, devoted grandpa of Amelie, Joseph and Madeleine and beloved brother of Muriel, Stanley and the late Wesley, Victor, Brian and Eileen. Service in Hazelbank Presbyterian Church on Monday at 1.00pm followed by a private family cremation. By his own request, mourners are asked not to wear black. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Macmillan Cancer Support c/o Mrs Mona Murdock, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by his loving family and entire family circle.
Allison McCafferty, 6 Fern Park, Derry
The death has taken place of Allison McCafferty, 5th October 2023, loving mother of Kelan, Taylor and Ella, devoted grandmother of Rylee, cherished daughter of the late Philomena and Peter and dear sister of Edward, Donna, Melissa and the late Daniel. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 6 Fern Park, on Saturday and Sunday from 12noon to 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Monday at 9.30 am for 10 o’clock Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
Marion McCauley, 6 Norwood Court, Coleraine
The death has taken place of Marion McCauley, 3rd October 2023, (peacefully) at her home, 6 Norwood Court, Coleraine, dearly beloved wife of the late William John (Billy), much loved mother of Karen, Donna, Richard and Steven, devoted nanny of Vicki, Leah, Ruby, Sophie, Brayden and the late William and a much loved sister and sister-in-law. House strictly private. Service in Murdock’s Funeral Home, 2a Windsor Avenue, Coleraine on Friday at 1.00pm followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. By Marion’s own request, mourners are asked to wear bright colours. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for Marie Curie Nurses c/o Mrs Mona Murdock, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Lovingly remembered by her family and entire family circle.
Patrick McCloskey “ Pat Paroe”, 97 Glenroe Park, Dungiven
We regret to inform that the death has taken place of Patrick McCloskey “Pat Paroe”, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on 4th October 2023. May he rest in peace. Late of 97 Glenroe Park, Dungiven, Co Derry, BT47 4DZ. Beloved husband of the late Eileen R.I.P. Loving father of Elaine and fond father in law of Declan. Devoted grandfather of Niamh, Darragh and Ryan. Dear brother of John, Ann, Claire, Martin and the late Mary Bridget R.I.P. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Reposing at his late home. Funeral from his late home on Saturday, 7th October leaving at 1.45pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in Saint Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please , donations if wished in lieu to WHSCT Coronary Care Unit c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Saint Joseph patron of the departed souls pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors, Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Kirk (Jap) Moore, Drumceatt Park, Limavady
The death has taken place of Kirck (Jap) Moore, passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on 5th October 2023, Late of Drumceatt Park, Limavady. Dear Husband of Karin, devoted Father of Charlyn (Mark), Lindsey and Daniel, loving grandfather of Cody, Brooke, Molly, Colton, Harry, Charlie and Lilly. Friends and family welcome at Browns Funeral Home on Friday evening from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Funeral service will be held in Browns Funeral Home on Saturday at 1.00pm followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Heart Beat NI and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est, Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.
Sarah (Sadie) Smith (née Logue), 369 Carnhill, Derry
The death has occurred of Sarah (Sadie) Smith (née Logue), 5th October 2023 peacefully at Cornfield Care Centre, Limavady, wife of the late Paddy, 369 Carnhill, loving mother of Pat, Bridgeen and Charlie, mother-in-law of Kevin, devoted grandmother of Patrice, Shannon, Cobhlaith, Saoirse and Callum and dear sister of Neil, Una, Marion and the late May, Bridie and Kathleen. Her remains will be reposing in her home. Funeral from there on Saturday at 11.30am for 12o’clock Requiem Mass in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill. 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 Dementia NI, NICVA Building, 61 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast, BT15 2GB. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
John Barry Turner, Coleraine
The death has taken place of John Barry Turner, 4th October 2023, peacefully at his brother’s residence, 7 Forest Park, Coleraine. John Barry, brother of Derek and Dr Tom, and their wives Liz and Carrie. Private Family Cremation to take place at Roselawn Crematorium, Belfast, at a later date. Family Flowers Only Please. If you wish to pay your respects to John, you are welcome to call at Wades Funeral Home. Donations, if wished to, Marie Curie or Macmillan Cancer Support, c/o Ms Charlene Wade, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. A perfect Gentleman who will always be remembered and loved by his family circle.
Jean Younge (née Walker), Knockwellan Park, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Jean Younge (née Walker), 5th October 2023, peacefully at the Causeway Hospital, Coleraine (formerly of 27, Knockwellan Park, Derry in her 89th year) dearly beloved wife of the late Norman, much loved mother of Dale. Service of Thanksgiving for her life in D. & R. Hay & Sons, Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Saturday, 7th October at 2.00pm followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to All Saints’ Clooney Parish Church (cheques made payable to Clooney Select Vestry) c/o Mrs Helen Henderson, 5, Manning Way, Brigade, Derry BT47 6GL. House Strictly Private. Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home today (Friday) from 2.00pm until 4.00pm. Very deeply regretted by the entire circle. “The day Thou gavest Lord is ended“
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