Derry Death Notices - Sunday, June 29, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Brona Boyle (née Mallon), 38a Lisnagrot Road, Kilrea
The death has occurred of the late Brona Boyle (née Mallon), Kilrea, peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of Brian and devoted mother of Conor (Nicki) and Maeve (Conor), dear grandmother of Aoife, Nola, Cillian, Gráinne and Cormac. Daughter of the late Dr Sean and Máire Mallon and loving sister of Maelisa Cunning (Paul) and Eimear McDermott (Paul). Funeral from her late residence, 38a Lisnagrot Road, on Tuesday at 11:15am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Drumagarner. Interment afterwards in adjoining churchyard. Her wake will commence on Sunday at 12noon, with family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am. On her soul Sweet Jesus have mercy. Deeply regretted by the entire Boyle and Mallon family circle. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support c/o Dempsey Funeral Directors, Kilrea or cheques to be made payable to NHSCT Charitable Trust.
William Edward (Willie) Brown, 27 Station Road, Desertmartin
The death has taken place of William Edward (Willie) Brown, June 26 2025 (suddenly) at his home, 27 Station Road, Desertmartin, beloved Son of the late Eddie and Jean, much-loved Brother of Kenny, Fiona, Robbie and Sylvia, a dear Brother-in-law, dearly loved Uncle of Janet, Linda, Gareth, Cherith and Matthew and cherished Great Uncle of Bethany and Luke. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Sunday, June 29 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm. Funeral service will take place in D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Monday, June 30 at 12noon, followed by burial in Dromore Parish Churchyard, Desertmartin. Sadly missed by the entire Family Circle.
Catherine Conway (née Ford), 10 Liscloon Drive, Derry
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Catherine Conway (née Ford), June 27 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, (formerly of Central Drive), beloved wife of Gerry, loving mother of Geraldine, Mark, Elaine, Stephen and Julie, devoted grandmother of Dilynn, Abbie, Ciaran, Zoe, Cillian and Cain, mother-in-law to Sarah, Roisin and Johnny, dear daughter of the late Norman and Ena, cherished sister of Laura, Paul, Jim, Gerry and the late Norma and Aiden and a loving aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Catherine will be reposing at her home, 10 Liscloon Drive. Family time please from 10:00pm to 12noon. Funeral leaving her home on Monday, June 30 at 12:20pm to Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Steelstown for Requiem Mass at 1:00pm. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.
Patricia Durnin (née Morrison), Derry
The death has taken place of the late Patricia Durnin (née Morrison), Peacefully at Altnagelvin hospital. Beloved Wife of the late Frank and Loving Mother of Frank J, Joey and Susan. Dear Grandmother of Oonagh, Diarmuid, Karen, Catherine, Sinead, Béibhinn and Christopher. A much loved Great-Grandmother. Dear sister of Kathleen, Charlie and the late Sally, Matt, Rosie, John and Joe. Funeral from her son Joe's home, 7 Templegrove, Derry on Monday, June 30 at 9:30am to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment immediately after in Ballyoan Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have Mercy on her soul. House private from 10:00pm to 11:00am please. Family flowers only please. Donations if wished to Children's heartbeat Trust, Howard building HF10, Twin Spires Centre, 155 Northumberland Street, Belfast BT13 2JF (Charity no: NI102410) Or care of any family member.
Peter Kevin Farrelly, 994 Freehall Park, Castlerock
We regret to inform you of the sudden but peaceful passing of Peter Kevin Farrelly (Castlerock). Died June 27 2025. N.B. Everyone welcome to call at the family home on Monday, June 30 2025 from 1.00pm to 8.00pm. Suddenly but peacefully at home, beloved husband of Ann (née Kelly, Aghadowey); loving father of Catherine, Michael, Geraldine (McCreadie) and Siobhan (Keery); cherished father-in-law of Laura, Glen, Tommy and Maly. Much adored Grandfather of Emmy, Conan, Tiarnán and Fódhla. Son of the late Tom and Elizabeth and dear brother of John. Funeral from his late residence, 994 Freehall Park, on Tuesday at 11:20am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Dunboe. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by the entire Farrelly and Kelly family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to MS Society can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.
Violet Gault (née McGonagle), 2 Broomhill Court, Limavady Road, Derry
The death has taken place of Violet Gault (née McGonagle), June 28 2025, Peacefully at Foyle Hospice (surrounded by her loving family after a long illness courageously borne) much-loved wife of John, devoted mother of David and Rhonda, loving mother-in-law of Lisa and Laurie, adored granny of Adam and Charlie, dearest sister of Robert, Anne, Sam and the late James. Service of Thanksgiving in her late home, 2 Broomhill Court, Limavady Road, on Tuesday, July 1 at 1.00pm followed by burial in Glendermott Presbyterian Church burial ground. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, to Foyle Hospice: c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BGT47 3QQ. Everyone is welcome to call a the family home and pay their respects to Violet on Sunday and Monday from 11.00am until 9.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. “The Lord’s my Shepherd.”
Brendan Joseph (B.J.) Harkin, 51 Cornshell Fields, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Brendan Joseph (B.J.), June 25 2025, suddenly at his home, 51 Cornshell Fields, formerly of Earhart Park, loving father of Calum, Coraleigh, Layla, Breanainn and the late Brendan and Quinton, beloved son of the late Billy and June, cherished brother of Anna, Brian and Terence and a loving uncle to his nephews and nieces. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Brendan will be reposing in Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on Sunday, June 29 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Family only on Monday. Private funeral service will take on Tuesday, July 1 followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Chest Heart & Stroke, 10 Spencer House, 14-22 Spencer Road, Derry, BT47 6QA. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
Elizabeth Leitch, 8 Bayview Park, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Elizabeth Leitch, June 27 2025, peacefully at home, 8 Bayview Park, Beloved wife of the late Dr Henry (Harry) Leitch, and a loving mother of Claire. Funeral service in her home at 12noon on Wednesday, July 2 followed by burial in Ballymoney Cemetery. House strictly private, family flowers only donations in lieu, if wished, to Marie Curie Cancer Care, 29 Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh BT78 5EJ. At rest.
Martha Taylor, 18 Rectory Park, Garvagh
The death has taken place of Martha Taylor, June 27 2025, peacefully at Causeway Hospital Coleraine, late of 18 Rectory Park, Garvagh. Dearly beloved wife of the late Robert, and much loved mother of Harold, Alistair and Derek. Dear mother in law of Sharon, Shirley and Liz. Devoted grandmother and much loved great grandmother. Dear sister of Harry and the late Bobby and Willie. House private please. Service of thanksgiving on Monday, June 30 2025, in First Garvagh Presbyterian Church, at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu (if desired) for Motor Neurone Disease Association Northern Ireland, C/O Mrs Elizabeth Mullan, 103 Main Street, Garvagh, BT51 5AB. Tel: 02829558684. Very deeply regretted and lovingly remembered by the entire family circle. '...with Christ, which is better by far.' (Philippians Ch1 v23).
Clifton (Cliff) Wade, 7 Maybrook Mews, Derry