Derry Death Notices - Saturday, May 9, 2026
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Harry Pat Bigmore, 1 Gaussen Villas, Ballyronan
The death has occurred of the late Harry Pat Bigmore, May 8 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family, 1 Gaussen Villas, Ballyronan), beloved son of the late Harry and Mary, much loved father of Brian, (Theresa), Mary (Kieran), Una (Paul) and Kevin (Suzanne) and loving brother of Frank, John and the late James. Harry Pat’s wake will officially begin at his late residence on Saturday, May 9 at 1pm. His remains will be removed from there on Monday, May 11at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Loup (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. NB: Family time requested please between 10pm - 11am. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers, sisters in law, grandchildren: Cora, Jack, Ciaron, Katie, Ronan, Ethan, Maria, Lilyrose, and Ella, great-grandson Paudi and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Family flowers only please. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com
Shirley Booth (née McFarland), 2 Ballymaguigan Road, Magherafelt
The death has taken place of Shirley Booth (née McFarland), Called home May 7 2026, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, dearly beloved wife of the late Ian, 2 Ballymaguigan Road, Magherafelt, much loved and devoted mother of Michelle, Alexander and Keipher, dear mother-in-law of Richard, dearest sister of Kathleen and the late John, Nan and Geordie a dear sister-in-law of Winston, Robert, Bernice, Adrian and Christina and also a cherished aunt and great-aunt. House strictly private. Family and Friends welcome in Garvin’s Funeral Home, 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP on Saturday (May 9) from 7:00pm –8:30pm. Funeral from her home on Sunday (May 10) at 2:00pm for service in Aughrim Gospel Hall at 2:30pm followed by burial in Gracefield Graveyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for The Faith Mission payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c). Always loved and remembered by the entire family circle. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” Psalm 46 v 1
Sarah (Sally) Boyle (née Cooper), 7 Clós Gort Na Sí, Derry
It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Sarah (Sally) Boyle (née Cooper), peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital after a short illness on May 7 2026. Late of 7 Clós Gort Na Sí and formerly of Sandown Drive. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of the late Bernard. Beautiful mother of Bernard (Marion RIP), Olivia (Paul), Aidan (Patricia), Mary (Jim) and Annette (Johnny). Treasured grandmother of Ciarán, Louise, Joseph, Roisin, Shea, James, Michael, Matthew, Luke and Sally Mae. Loving great-grandmother of Katie, Leah, Lochlainn, Brideen, Nuala and Roux. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends. Sally’s remains will be reposing at her daughter Annette’s home, 49 Thornhill Park from 12 noon this afternoon, Saturday, May 9. Funeral leaving from there on Monday, May 11 at 10:45am for 11:30am Requiem Mass in St. Columb’s Church, Chapel Rd. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. The wake house will be private from 10pm until 12 noon. Sally’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link: https://m.youtube.com/c/WatersideParish. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to CCU Altnagelvin c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. “O Sacrament Most Holy, O Sacrament Divine, All praise and all thanksgiving, be every moment thine” All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.
Alison Rosemary Howe (née Young), 43 Ashburn Avenue, Derry
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Alison Rosemary Howe (née Young), May 7 2026, died peacefully in Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by her three sons), beloved wife of the late Charles and dear mother of Timothy, Niall and Jonathan, a much loved mother-in-law, aunt and grandmother to Nathan, Jamie, Lara, Karl, Katie, Callum, Charlie and Lucy. A celebration of her life will take place in St. Columb’s Cathedral, Derry, on Monday, May 11 at 2.00 p.m., followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Friends and family are welcome to visit her late home, 43 Ashburn Avenue, Derry, BT47 5QE on Sunday, May 10 from 1.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to (cheques made payable to) St. Columb’s Cathedral c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ and/or Ambassadors Football (cheques made payable to) Ambassadors Football c/o Mr Derek Livingstone, 30 Glenhugh Park, Ahoghill, BT42 1LR or payment by bank transfer (Payment reference: Yakaar Project, Sort Code: 98-12-90, Account No.: 14221626). Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. “Gone to be with Christ”
Jean Hudson (née Lorimer), 26 William Street, Bellaghy
The death has taken place of Jean Hudson (née Lorimer), May 7 2026, (peacefully) at her home, 26 William Street, Bellaghy, (age 100 years), beloved wife of the late Sandy, much loved mother of Eileen and the late Robin, devoted grandmother of Sharon, Steven and Paul and great grandmother of Jack, Isabel, Amelia, Poppy and Henry. House strictly private. All welcome at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 18 Deerpark Road, Bellaghy, on Saturday (May 9) from 6pm - 8pm. Funeral from her late residence on Sunday at 3 pm for service in Bellaghy Presbyterian Church (kindly granted) at approximately 3.30 pm. Interment afterwards in the Ballyscullion Parish Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Ballyscullion Parish Church payable to Hamilton’s Funeral Services, 18 Deerpark Road, Bellaghy, Magherafelt, BT45 8LB. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her daughter Eileen and partner Nigel, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Safe In The Arms Of Jesus.
May Fan Ling, Glenshane Road, Derry
The death has taken place of May Fan Ling, May 8 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved daughter of Alice and Robert, Glenshane Road, partner of Liam McCallion and a much loved sister, niece, cousin and friend. May Fan will be reposing in her partner's home, 86 Strabane Old Road, from 10 am on Saturday and Sunday. Funeral from there on Monday at 1.20 pm for 2 o'clock funeral service in W J O'Brien & Son's Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU. A private cremation will place in Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium later. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. To know her was to love her.
Margaret McTaggart (née McTaggart, Ballynease), 61 Coleraine Street, Kilrea
Funeral arrangements for the late Margaret McTaggart (née McTaggart, Ballynease), Died May 7 2026 (Kilrea). Everyone welcome to call at the family home today (Saturday) from 12 noon to 9pm. Peacefully at Causeway Hospital Margaret R.I.P. beloved wife of Jimmy; loving mother of Shane (Louise), Declan (Majella) and Nigel (Kristin) and much adored Granny of Shea, Cara, Aoife, Niamh, Cormac, Ruairi and Orla. Daughter of the late Neil and Annie and dear sister of Annie and the late John, Patrick and Mary. Funeral from her late residence, 61 Coleraine Street, on Sunday, May 10 2026 at 2:20pm for 3pm Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Drumagarner. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Deeply regretted by the entire McTaggart family circle. Family flowers only please.