Derry Death Notices - Sunday, 24 March 2024


Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Bernard (Gerry) Harvey, Kilmalogue Court, Portarlington (formerly Derry City)
The death has occurred of Bernard (Gerry) Harvey, 21st March 2024, late of Kilmalogue Court, Portarlington, Offaly, and formerly of Lewisham, London and Derry City, peacefully at the Regional Hospital Portlaoise and previously in the wonderful care of the staff of Oakdale Nursing Home Portarlington. Predeceased by his parents George and Peggy. Deeply regretted by his loving brother George, sister Jean, brother-in-law Philip, sister-in-law Sue, niece, nephews and their families, relatives and friends. May He Rest In Peace. Reposing from 9.00am at Maher's Chapel of Rest Portarlington (Eircode R32 X5XV) on Monday morning with Removal to St Michael's Church, Portarlington for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Funeral afterwards to St Michael's Cemetery, Portarlington. Bernard's Requiem Mass will be streamed live on: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-michaels-church-portarlington
Vera Jeanette McBride, 127 Mill Road, Portstewart
The death has taken place of the late Vera Jeanette McBride, 23rd March 2024, peacefully at Robinson Memorial Hospital, Ballymoney. Late of 127 Mill Road, Portstewart. Dearly loved daughter of the late Sandy and Mabel McBride, loving sister of the late Anne and the late Alexander (Mack / Tex), a beloved sister-in-law of Hazel and much loved aunt of David, Karen, Andrew and Linda. Service of Thanksgiving in Agherton Parish Church, Portstewart, on Tuesday at 12noon, followed by interment in Agherton Cemetery, Portstewart. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, to Marie Curie or Water Aid, c/o Hugh Wade & Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.
Cecilia (Sheila) McCarron (née Curran), formerly of Nixon’s Corner and Killea, Derry
The death has occurred of Cecilia (Sheila) McCarron (née Curran), 22nd March 2024, at Melmount Manor Nursing Home, Strabane, formerly of Nixon’s Corner and Killea, Derry. Cecilia will be lovingly missed by her children Neil, Sean, Mary, Catherine and Garrett and their spouses Majella, Maria, Conor McGranaghan and John Friel, her beloved grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and all her extended family and friends. Cecilia is predeceased by her loving husband Jim, formerly of Castleblaugh, Co. Donegal. RIP. Cecilia will be reposing at Kelly’s Funeral Home, Oakfield, Raphoe from on Sunday, 24th March, between 4.00pm and 9.00pm for anyone wishing to pay their respects. Rosary at 8.00pm. Then on Monday morning, 25th March, the funeral cortège will be leaving from Kelly’s at 10.10am via Nixon's Corner travelling to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Killea for 11.00am Requiem Mass with burial immediately afterwards in All Saints Church Cemetery, Newtowncunningham. Mass can be viewed on https://newtownkilleaparish.ie. Family flowers only please with donations in lieu, if desired, to Melmount Manor Nursing Home patient comfort fund c/o any family member or Kelly’s Funeral Directors, Oakfield, Raphoe. Deep are the memories; Precious they stay; No passing of time will take them away.
Willie McKinney, 4 Ferndale Park, Greysteel
The death has occurred of the late Willie McKinney, 23rd March 2024, beloved husband of Margaret, 4 Ferndale Park, Greysteel, loving father of Tracy and the late Jason, father-in-law of Barry and Tracey, devoted grandfather of Corey, Lee, Morgan, Megan, Ellie, Hanah and Odhran and a much loved great-grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. His remains will be reposing in his home. Funeral from there on Tuesday at 10.25am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Teresa Marlow (née Mullan), 2 Learmount Drive, Park, Claudy
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Teresa Marlow (née Mullan), suddenly but peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast on the 22nd of March 2024. May she rest in peace. Late of 2 Learmount Drive, Park, Claudy, Co Derry. Beloved wife of John Joe. Loving mother of Aisling and Colleen and dear mother in law of Eoghan McGilloway. Daughter of the late Patrick and Bridget Mullan R.I.P (Park Cottages) and dear sister of Patricia (Deeny), Catherine ( Forester), Margaret (McCloskey) and the late Anna (Bond) R.I.P. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Reposing at her late home. Family home is strictly private. Funeral on Monday, 25th March leaving her late home at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass at Saint Mary’s Church, Altinure. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://www.banagherparish.com/. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.bFamily flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke (NICHS) c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven. Our Lady Queen of the most holy rosary pray for her. Enquires McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Mary Mawhinney (née McKee), 1 Castle Court, Castledawson
The death has occurred of the late Mary Mawhinney (née McKee) (Castledawson, formerly Belfast), 22nd March, beloved wife of the late Jim and loving sister of Hughie and the late Jenny, John, Sonny, Charlie, Tommy, Lou, Jim, and infant Louise. Funeral from her home, 1 Castle Court, Castledawson on Monday, 25th March at 10.30am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St Patrick Castledawson, interment afterwards in cemetery of Church of St. John Milltown. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing brother, nephews, nieces, and extended family circle. Mary’s wake will commence Sunday, 24th March from11.00am.
Kay O’Kane (née McDermott), 2 Cregg Mor Drive, Claudy
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Kay O’Kane (née McDermott), peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on 23rd March 2024. May she rest in peace. Late of 2 Cregg Mor Drive, Claudy, Co Derry and formerly Donemana. Beloved wife of Micky Gerard. Loving mother of Brenda (Christy), Adrian, Quintin (Sinead) and Cormac (Jacqui). Devoted Grandmother of Michelle, Ciara, Paul, Conor, Leanne, Eoin, Saoirse and Shea and Great Grandmother of Ruairi, Fiadh, Aoife and Tiernan. Daughter of the late May and Dan R.I.P and dear sister of Christopher, Ned, Tom, Gerard, Noel, Myra, Val, Marian, Gabrielle, Claire, Ursula and the late Anne R.I.P. You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlins funeral home (414a Ballyquin Road ,Dungiven, BT47 4NQ) today (Sunday) from 1.00pm to 3.00pm. Leaving the funeral home at 3.00pm to repose at her late home. Family time please 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral on Tuesday, 26th March leaving her late home at 12.30pm for 1pm Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church Claudy, Interment immediately in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://www.mcn.live/Camera/saint-patricks-claudy. Family flowers only please donations if desired in lieu to Foyle Hospice or Maire Curie c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Our Lady of Knock pray for her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.