Derry Death Notices - Saturday, 17th August 2024


Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Rev. Fr. John Doherty, Strabane (formerly of Derry
The death has taken place on August 16th 2024
at Altnagelvin Hospital of Rev. Fr. John Doherty Pastor Emeritus Melmount and retired Parish Priest of Leckpatrick, 41 Melmount Road, Strabane and formerly of Pennyburn, Derry. Beloved son of the late (wee) Willie and Bridie Doherty, much loved brother of the late Rita. Reposing at St Mary’s Church, Melmount on Sunday (August 18th) from 1.30pm to 9.00pm with Evening Prayer at 6.00pm. Requiem Mass on Monday (August 19th) at 12noon. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by Bishop Mc Keown and the Priests and people of the Derry Diocese, his housekeeper Bernadette and his sorrowing family circle.nSacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the Parish Webcam: http://www.melmountparish.com/webtv.html
Betty Selena Doyle (née Craig), Limavady
The death has taken place of the late Betty Selena Doyle (née Craig), passed away peacefully in Cornfield Care Centre on 15th August 2024. Much loved wife of the late Cecil. Dear sister of the late Davis and Gilmore. Funeral service will be held in Limavady Gospel Hall on Saturday, 17th August at 12:30pm followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery. Family flowers only pleased, donations if desired and cheques made payable to Foyle Hospice. C/o Browns Funeral Directors, 21Aghanloo ind Est Aghanloo Road Limavady BT49 0HE. Will be lovingly remembered by her many friends and family.
Thomas Robert (Bobby) Gordon, 21 Crawfordsburn, Maghera
The death has occurred of the late Thomas Robert (Bobby) Gordon, August 16th 2024 (suddenly) at his home, 21 Crawfordsburn, Maghera, much loved Father of Megan, Janet and Stephanie, a devoted Granda, dearly beloved Son of Stewart and Mamie, adored Brother of Jeanette and Eileen, a dear Brother-in-Law of Ringland and loving Uncle of Christopher and Adam. Wake and funeral arrangements to follow. Forever loved and sadly missed by his sorrowing Family and Family Circle. "Till we meet again"
Francis “Francie” McCormick, 19 Carnanbane Road, Dungiven
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Francis “Francie” McCormick, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by his loving family on the 16th August 2024. May he rest in peace. Late of 19 Carnanbane Road, Dungiven, Co Derry. Beloved husband of the late Dolores R.I.P and loving father of Kieran (Rosaleen R.I.P), James (Joanne), Caroline (Sean), Martina (Mark), Bridgeen , (Ryan), Frank (Sarah) and the late Majella and Colm R.I.P. Devoted grandfather of Conor, Emma, Chloe, Oran, Orlagh, Jamie, Noah, Éabha, Ollie the late baby Mia R.I.P and great grandfather of Aódhan, Aoifé. Son of the late John and Roseann R.I.P and dear brother of Margaret , Liam and the late Jim, Jack, Eileen ,Thomas and Colm R.I.P Reposing at his late home. Francie’s wake will commence on Saturday, 17th August at 11.00am. Family time please from 11.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral on Monday, 19th August 2024 leaving his late home at 10:15am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in Saint Joseph’s Church, Banagher. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam: https://www.banagherparish.com/. Family flowers only please donations if wished in lieu to WHSCT The Palliative Care Team Altnagelvin c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Deeply regretted by his loving sons, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sister, brother, brothers-in-law, sisters-in- law, nephews, nieces and the entire family circle. Saint Padre Pio intercede for him. Enquires McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Daniel (Danny) McCorriston, 45 Coleraine Rd, Portrush
We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of Daniel (Danny) McCorriston, peacefully at his home, 16th August 2024. May he rest in peace. Late of 45 Coleraine Rd, Portrush, Co Antrim, BT56 8HR (Formerly Magilligan). Beloved husband of the late Margaret RIP. Loving father of Peter (Ros) Sean (Nuala) Dermot (Marie) and Martin (Martina). Devoted Grandfather of Danny, Orla, Carla, Oran, Jack, Rory and Aoife. Dear brother of Kathleen O Connor and the late Mary Begley, Hall and Con. R.I.P and sadly missed by his loving partner Mary Byrne. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Reposing at his son’s home at 45 Coleraine Road, Portrush from 4.00pm Saturday, 17th August. Funeral on Monday, 19th August leaving his home at 1.20pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in St Malachy’s Church Coleraine with internment immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Church graveyard, 115 Irish Green St., Limavady BT49 9AB. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2Ky_coy9-Q. Family flowers only. Donations if wished in lieu to Marie Curie c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Enquires to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
William McGuinness, 1 Inishowen View, Greysteel
The death has taken place of the late William McGuinness, 15th August 2024, beloved son of the late Margaret and Leonard, 1 Inishowen View, Greysteel, a loving brother, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral from his home on Sunday at 11.30am for 12o’clock funeral Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. 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.
Jim McLaughlin, Blackrock, Louth (formerly Derry)
The death has occurred of Jim McLaughlin, late of Seafield Road, Blackrock, Louth and formerly of Derry City, who passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, 15th August 2024. Beloved husband of Reina (née Fletcher) and cherished dad of Paul, Sean, Jane and Martin. Predeceased by his parents Edward and Sarah, his grand-daughter Chloe and his brothers and sisters. Jim will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife, sons, daughter, sister Bridie Gallagher, sons and daughters in-law, his adored grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family relatives, wonderful friends and by all who knew and loved him. May His Soul Rest In Peace. Reposing at his residence in Wallace's Road, Blackrock (A91A7Y3) from 12noon to 8.00pm on Saturday. Removal on Sunday afternoon to St. Fursey's Church, Haggardstown (A91XH75) arriving for Funeral Mass at 1.00pm followed by burial in adjoining Cemetery. House Private on Sunday by Family Request. Family Flowers Only, Donations please to the Birches Day Care.
Darren Quigg, 1 Bristol Court, Coleraine