Derry Death Notices - Sunday, 7th April 2024


Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Philip John James Beattie, Brookview Glen, Eglinton
The death has taken place of the late Philip John James Beattie, 5th April 2024, at Altnagelvin Hospital, dearly loved son of Ian and Jennifer, Brookview Glen, Eglinton, much loved brother of Graeme and Matthew, brother in law of Natalie, dear uncle to Patrick and Owen and grandson of Betty. Service of Thanksgiving on Tuesday at 2.00pm in Faughanvale Presbyterian Church, burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Faughanvale Presbyterian Church. Lovingly Remembered. "In heavenly love abiding".
Neil Bradley, 110 Elaghmore Park, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Neil Bradley, 5th April 2024, peacefully at his home, 110 Elaghmore Park, (ex. Milanda Bakery) beloved husband of Mina, loving father of Gerard, Neil, Gareth and Bridgeen, a devoted grandfather to all his grandchildren, and a dear and loving son of the late Mary and Thomas. Funeral leaving his home on Monday, 8th April at 10.20am to St. Joseph’s Church, Galliagh for Requiem Mass at 11.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Neil will be reposing at his home today (Sunday) from 3.00pm to 9.00pm. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.
Kathleen Dunlop (née McMenamin), 15 Bentley Terrace, Derry
The death has taken place of Kathleen Dunlop (née McMenamin), 5th April 2024, peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital, beloved wife of the late Willie, 15 Bentley Terrace, loving mother of Anne, Josephine, Pauline, Raymond, Donna, Brendan, Paul, Deborah, Kevin and the late Brien and a much loved mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Her remains will be reposing in her home from 11.00am to 10.00pm on Sunday and Monday. Funeral from there on Tuesday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Columb’s Church, Chapel Road. Interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her. Our Lady of Knock intercede for her. As the deer longs for running streams, so my soul longs for you, O God.
David Gamble, 487 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea
Funeral arrangements for the late David Gamble (Kilrea), died 6th April 2024, peacefully, at Causeway Hospital, late of 487 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea. Beloved husband of the late Betty; loving father of Sharon and James; father-in-law of Russell; grandfather of Catherine, Rachael and Jonathan and great grandfather of Jude. Brother of Bertie and the late Sally and Willie. House Private Please. Everyone welcome at the family home on Tuesday, 9th April, for funeral service commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment in Second Kilrea Presbyterian Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie, c/o McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL. “The Lord is my shepherd.”
Victor Hall, 29th March 2024, 5 Killeague Road, Macosquin
The death has taken place of Victor Hall, 29th March 2024, suddenly at home, 5 Killeague Road, Macosquin, BT51 4NH. Beloved father of Richard. Son of the late John and Annie. Beloved brother of Marion, Eileen and Maureen and the late John, Robert, Albert, David, Wallace, Cyril, Margaret and Ann. House Strictly Private. Funeral Service in his home on Monday at 12noon, followed by interment in Macosquin Presbyterian Churchyard (Englishtown). Funeral cortege travelling via Killure Road, Glenleary Road, Castleroe Road and Coolyvenny Road. Visitors welcome to the house for the service and for the committal. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, Richard’s partner Margaret, sisters and wider family circle. Detail enquiries to www.jagormley.com
Ian Hempsey, 147 Mussenden Road, Castlerock
The death has taken place of Ian Hempsey, 6th April 2024, peacefully at hospital, 147 Mussenden Road, Castlerock. Dearly loved husband of Emily, much loved father of Peter and Elaine, father-in-law of Lorraine and Ashley, grandfather of Kristoffor, Karlye, Kirby, Harriet and Ross, brother-in-law of Bob. Service of Thanksgiving in St. Paul’s Parish Church, Articlave, on Tuesday at 11.00am, followed by interment in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations if wished to St. Paul’s Parish Church, Articlave, c/o Hugh Wade & Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. ‘The Lord Is My Shepherd.’
Margaret Hetherington (née Lapsley), 232 Lincoln Court, Waterside, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Margaret Hetherington (née Lapsley), 5th April 2024, peacefully at her home, 232 Lincoln Court, Waterside (surrounded with love) much loved and devoted wife of Ivan. Funeral Arrangements Later. House Strictly Private. No flowers by request. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd”
Eóin Lynch, 22 Carnanreagh Road, Craigbane, Claudy
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Eóin Lynch, peacefully at Altnagelvin Intensive Care Unit on 5th April 2024. May he Rest in Peace. Late of 22 Carnanreagh Road, Craigbane, Claudy, Co Derry. Beloved son of Bernie and Benny. Loving brother of Cathair, Sara, Caitlin, Erin and Cein. Devoted partner of Oisin. Dear grandson of Frank Gormley and his late wife Agnes R.I.P. and the late Barney and Kathleen Lynch R.I.P. Sorely missed by all his extended family and friends. Wake and funeral arrangements will be announced when they become available. Family flowers only please, donations, if wished, in lieu to WHSCT Altnagelvin I.C.U. c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors, Dungiven. Saint Joseph patron of the departed souls pray for him. Enquires McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Catherine (Cathy) McKendry (née Mulholland, London (formerly Lavey)
The death has occurred of the late Catherine (Cathy) McKendry (née Mulholland, (London and formerly Lavey), beloved wife of Tony, much loved mother of Sarah and Rachel, loving sister of Maura, Patricia, Ita and Liam and dear daughter of late Neil Joseph and Matilda (Tilly). Cathy’s remains will arrive at St Mary’s Church, Lavey on Monday, 8th April at 7.00pm. Mass on Tuesday, 9th April at 11.00am followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by all her sorrowing family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Trocaire” c/o the family. Detail enquiries to WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com