Derry Death Notices - Saturday, 6th January, 2024


Obituaries
The following deaths have occurred:-
Michael Browne, Benevenagh Gardens, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Michael Browne, 4th January 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, (formerly of Benevenagh Gardens), loving father of Leanne, dear grandfather of Amie-Leigh and Clara, beloved son of the late Barney and Annie, cherished brother of May, Kathleen, Margaret, John, James, Brian, Raymond, Paul, Kevin and Adrian, a dear uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Loved and sadly missed by the wider family circle. Michael will be reposing at Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Chapel on Saturday, 6th January from 2.00pm to 4.00pm and Sunday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Funeral leaving Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on Monday, 8th January at 9.20am to St. Mary’s Church Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10.00am followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium Cavan at 3.00pm. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
Aaron Donaghy, Glenbeg Walk, Limavady
The death has taken place of Aaron Donaghy, 4th January 2024, suddenly. Late of Glenbeg Walk, Limavady. Beloved father of Lennon, Brandon, Taylor, Kai, and Devon. Loving son of Madge and David. Dear brother of Rachael, and uncle of Harvey, Kelsie and Karlie. Wake strictly private please. A private funeral service will take place on Monday in Tamlaghtfinlagan Parish Church, Ballykelly. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE. Enquiries to Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady funeral directors. Telephone 028 77764732. The Lord is my Shepherd.
Brian Hegarty, 51 Violet Street, Derry
The death has taken place of Brian Hegarty, 1st January 2024, peacefully at home, 51 Violet Street, beloved son of the late Gerard and Dolly, loving brother of John, Noeleen and Fidelma, brother-in-law of Jarlath, Donal and Una, a much loved uncle and great-uncle. His remains will be reposing in his sister's home 14 Brookhill, Culmore Road. Funeral from there on Saturday at 12.20pm for 1o'clock Requiem Mass in St Columb's Church, Chapel Road. Interment afterwards in St Mary's Cemetery, Ardmore. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Concern, C/o The Manager, 29 Ferryquay Street, Derry, BT48 6JB. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
John Alexander Hunter, Portstewart
The death has occurred of the late John Alexander Hunter, 3rd January 2024, died peacefully at Causeway Hospital, late of Portstewart. Dearly loved husband of the late Mary, loving father of Christopher, Katherine and Victoria, father-in-law of Rosie and Tony and a much-loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service in Wades Funeral Home, Coleraine on Friday, 12th January 2024 at 11.30am, followed by cremation at Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium at 2.00pm. No flowers please. Donations, if wished, for Cancer Research, c/o Ms Charlene Wade, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF, or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.
Maud Hutchinson (née Warke), 12 Queens Court, Coleraine
The death has taken place of Maud Hutchinson (née Warke), 5th January 2024, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, 12 Queens Court, Coleraine. Dearly loved wife of the late Alfred, loving mother of Jim, Valerie, Alfie, Margaret, Karen, Derek and the late Raymond and a much loved mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. House strictly private. Funeral service in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Macosquin on Monday at 12noon followed by a private family interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for St. Mary’s Parish Church (cheques payable to Camus-Juxta-Bann) or Dementia N.I. c/o Ms Charlene Wade, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF, or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.
Ronald Jamieson, Kilcul Road, Claudy
The death has taken place of Ronald Jamieson, 5th January 2024, peacefully at Rush Hall Care Home, Limavady, formerly of Kilcul Road, Claudy, beloved husband of the late Lily, loving father of William, Evelyn, Samuel, Kathleen, Margaret and the late Louise, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and dear brother of the late Edwin. House strictly private please. Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects at W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU on Saturday and Sunday from 5.00pm - 7.00pm. Funeral service there on Monday at 12.30pm. Interment afterwards in Upper Cumber Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Dementia NI C/o W J O'Brien & Son Funeral Directors. The Lord is my Shepherd.
Brigid McIntyre (née Lagan), 1 Ard Na Smoll, Dungiven
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Brigid McIntyre (née Lagan), peacefully at Longfield Nursing Home on 4th January 2024. May she rest in peace. Formerly of 1 Ard Na Smoll, Dungiven, Co Derry. Beloved wife of the late Robert R.I.P and loving mother of Eileen, Patricia, Robert and Diane. Will be sadly missed by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Daughter of the late James and Mary R.I.P and dear sister of Eileen, Joe, Brian, and the late Cassie, Margaret, Billy and Mary. You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlin's Funeral Home 414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven BT47 4NQ on Saturday from 2.00pm to 5.00pm with removal to St Patrick’s Church, Dungiven for 5.30pm. Funeral will take place on Sunday, 7th January at 1.30pm. Interment immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Church, Errigal, Ballerin Graveyard. Our Lady Queen of the most holy rosary pray for her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Elaine McNamara, Derry
The death has taken place of Elaine McNamara, 4th January 2024, beloved partner of Kevin, loving mother of Demi, mother-in-law of Ryan, devoted nanny of Kevin Barry, Charley and Alexandra, beloved daughter of the late Jim and Kathleen (Lisfannon Park), dear sister of Margaret, Jim, Ronnie, Cathy, Bobby and the late Marie and a much loved aunt, great-aunt and sister-in-law. Her remains will be reposing in her daughter’s home, 115 Beraghvale, Skeoge Road. Funeral from there on Sunday at 10.10am for 10.45am funeral Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
William George (Whymer) Thompson, Irwin Avenue, Limavady
The death has taken place of William George (Whymer) Thompson, passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on 5th January 2024. Late of Irwin Avenue, Limavady. Much loved husband of Sharon and dear father of Richard and Craig, devoted grandfather of Abbie, Mason, Mia, Brody and Jacob. House strictly private. Funeral service will be held in Browns Funeral Home on Sunday at 2.00pm followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery at 3.00pm. Friends and family welcome to call at Browns Funeral home on Saturday from 1.00pm to 5.00pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Dogleap Animal Charity 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.
Phillip Ward, 48 Westway, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Phillip Ward, suddenly at his home, on 5th January 2024. Late of 48 Westway and formerly of 46 Westway. May he rest in peace. Beloved husband of Carmel. Devoted father of Séan. A much loved father-in-law of Sharon. Loving granda of Adam, Aimee, Aaron and Emma. A much loved great-granda of Balaneie. Precious son of the late William and Kathleen. Dearest brother of James, Mary, Liam, Anne, Anthony, Bernie, Tom and the late Paddy. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Phillip’s remains will be reposing at his late home, 48 Westway from 12.00pm this afternoon, Saturday, 6th January. Funeral leaving from there on Monday, 8th January at 11.20am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake house will be strictly private from 11.00pm until 11.00am. Phillip’s funeral Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. St. Anthony Pray For Him. Our Lady Of Knock Intercede For Him. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.