Derry Death Notices - Friday, March 7, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Eileen Barr, 20 Larkhill, Steelstown Road, Derry
The death has occurred of Eileen Barr, late of 20 Larkhill, Steelstown Road, Derry and formerly Avondale House, Tooban, Burnfoot. Predeceased by her parents Bridie and Jack Barr and brother Michael. Deeply regretted and will be forever missed by her loving brothers and sisters Patrick, Kathleen King, John, Jim and Deirdre, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Eileen’s remains will be reposing at the family home in Avondale House, Tooban, Burnfoot on Friday, March 7 from 12noon where all are welcome to pay their respects. Family time please from 11.00pm to 12noon. Removal from there on Sunday, March 9 at 10.45am to St Mura’s Church, Fahan for Requiem Mass at 11.30am followed by interment in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please donations in lieu, to The Donegal Hospice c/o any family member or Shaun Murphy Funeral Director.
Marie Brown (née McLaughlin), 18 Aranmore Avenue, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Marie Brown (née McLaughlin), March 6 2025, at Melmount Manor Nursing Home, Strabane, beloved partner of the Late John Crockett loving mother of Johnny, Angela, Sandra,and Carol much loved grandmother, great grandmother and sister. Marie will be reposing at her family home, 18 Aranmore Avenue. Funeral from there on Sunday, March 9 at 12.50pm going to St Mary’s church Creggan for Requiem Mass at 1.30pm Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all her family and everyone who knew her. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on her sole Our Lady of knock pray for her.
Ryan Cooke, 452 Glenshane Road, Claudy
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Ryan Cooke suddenly at home on March 4 2025, may he rest in peace. Late of 452 Glenshane Road, Claudy, Co Derry. Loving father of Tyler, Eva, Caleb and the late Amy-Lee R.I.P.
Son of the late Gerard and Carmel R.I.P and dear brother Gary, Paul, Shannon and the late Adrian R.I.P. Family time 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral from his late home on Saturday, March 8 leaving at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Saint Patrick‘s Church, Claudy. Interment immediately afterwards in Upper Cumber graveyard with his late daughter. Requiem Mass can be viewed: https://mcn.live/Camera/saint-patricks-claudy. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for from him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.
Jim Cusack, 19 Westland Terrace, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Jim Cusack, March 5 2025, peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family, at his home, 19 Westland Terrace, (formerly of Cable Street), beloved husband of Philomena, loving father of Sineade, Carmen, Denise, Orla, Maria and Rebecca, a dear father-in-law and devoted grandfather and great-grandfather, dear son of the late Seamus and May, cherished brother to his brothers and sisters and a loving uncle to his nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Funeral leaving his home on Saturday, March 8 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. House strictly private for family only. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to the Stroke Ward Altnagelvin Hospital. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
Caitlin Rose McMullan, 67 Broagh Road, Castledawson
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Caitlin Rose McMullan (Broagh), March 6 2025, 67 Broagh Road, Castledawson, beloved daughter of Colm and Stella and dear sister of Shèa, granddaughter of Mehall & Kate and Rosemary & Clement. Funeral arrangements later. Forever loved by her dad, mum, brother, grandparents and all the McMullan and McGinn families and their extended family circle and friends. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Angel of God, my guardian dear, To whom God's love commits me here, Ever this day, be at my side, To light and guard, Rule and guide. The wake for Caitlin has not yet commenced.
Andrew (Andy) Scott, 27 Westland Drive, Magherafelt
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Andrew (Andy) Scott, March 6 2025, 27 Westland Drive, Magherafelt, beloved husband of Margaret and loving father of Ciaran and Brendan, grandfather of Daniel, dear brother of George, June, Jean, Elaine and the late Ella and Jim. Viewing in McCusker Bros Funeral Home, 10a Garden Street, Magherafelt on Friday, March 7 from 6.00pm to 8.00pm and from 9.00am on Saturday. Requiem Mass in Church of Our Lady of the Assumption on Saturday, March 8 at 11.00am, interment afterwards in Polepatrick Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his wife, sons, grandson, brother, sisters and extended family circle. House Strictly Private.
Patricia Smyth (née Rice), Millburn Road, Coleraine
The death has occurred of the late Patricia Smyth (née Rice), died March 5 2025, peacefully at home, Millburn Road, Coleraine. Patricia (RIP), beloved wife of the late Desmond, loving mother of Janet, Sharon and Ciara and a much loved mother-in-law, grandmother, sister and sister-in-law. House private. Funeral Mass in St. Malachy’s Church, Coleraine, on Saturday at 11 a.m., followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Marie Curie or NI Hospice, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. “On her soul sweet Jesus have mercy.”
Maureen Thoday (née Moorcroft), Carthall Park, Coleraine
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Maureen Thoday (née Moorcroft), died March 4 2025, peacefully at Ratheane Nursing Home, Coleraine, late of Carthall Park, Coleraine. Pre-deceased by her devoted husband Jim, October 3 2024; loving mother of Gary (Tina) and David, precious nan of Marc (Stacey) and Melanie (Stefan), proud great-nan of Freya and Arwen, loving sister of Alma, June and Jennifer. A celebration of her life will be held in Wades Funeral Home, Coleraine, on Tuesday, March 11 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Lymphoma and Leukemia NI. c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.
Hugh Glenn (Glennie) Wilson, 32 Windyhill Road, Limavady
The death has taken place of the late Hugh Glenn (Glennie) Wilson, Passed away peacefully on March 5 2025 at Waterside Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Much loved husband of the late Annie, loving father of Gary, Nigel, Christine, Donna and Claire, also a very dear Father in law, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Brother. Funeral service will leave his late home, 32 Windyhill Road, Limavady on Saturday at 1.00pm for service in Derramore Presbyterian Church at 2.00pm followed by burial in adjoining Churchyard. (All welcome to call at the family home and attend the Funeral.) Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Derramore Presbyterian Church 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.