Derry Death Notices - Thursday, 29th June, 2023
Obituaries
The following deaths have occurred:-
Rosemary Brand, York (formerly Derry)
It is with great sadness that the family of Rosemary Brand announces her passing after a brief illness on 27th June 2023, at the age of 83. Rosemary passed away peacefully with her family at her side at her daughter’s home in York. She held such a special place in the hearts of her daughter Cheryl and her granddaughters Melanie, Christina and Rose. The funeral service will be held at York Crematorium on Wednesday, 12th July at 11.20am. A Memorial Service will be held at Rosemary's home in Derry where all family and friends are welcome, details of this to be confirmed.
Stephen Donaghy, 33 Columbia Park, Dungiven
We regret to inform you the death has taken place of Stephen Donaghy, (peacefully) at Altnagelvin Hospital on 28th June 2023. May he rest in peace. Late of 33 Columbia Park, Dungiven, Co Derry. Loving father of Brandon. Beloved son of the late Marie and Charlie R.I.P. and dearly loved brother of Niall, Nona, and the late Charlotte and Christopher R.I.P. Loving uncle of Clara and great uncle of Ená. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Viewing at McLaughlin’s Funeral Home (414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven, Co Derry, BT47 4NQ) on Thursday, 29th June from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Leaving the funeral home at 8pm to repose at his late residence. Funeral from there on Saturday 1st July leaving at 10.30am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Peter & St Paul’s Church Foreglen. Interment immediately afterwards and the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to HURT (Have your tomorrows - 14 Clarendon Street, Derry) c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. St Joseph patron of departing souls pray for him.
William (Willie) Hegarty, 1 Eglinton Place, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of William (Willie) Hegarty, (suddenly) at his home on 24th June 2023. Late of 1 Eglinton Place and formerly of Fountain Hill. May he rest in peace. Father of Margaret, John, Christine, Dena and the late Martin. Grandfather to all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Willie’s remains will be reposing at his late residence, 1 Eglinton Place from 11.00am today (Thursday, 29th June). Funeral leaving from there on Friday, 30th June at 9.20am for 10.00 Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in St. Mary's Cemetery, Ardmore. Willie’s funeral Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. St. Columba Pray For Him. Our Lady Of Lourdes Intercede For Him.
Kevin Judge, 8 St. Columba’s Park, Garvagh
The death has taken place of Kevin Judge, 28th June 2023, (peacefully) at hospital, beloved partner of Pat, loving father of Janet, Maria and the late Francis and Martina; father-in-law of David and much adored Granda of Mary-Jane, Joe, Finn and Eddie. Son of the late Eugene and Kathleen and dear brother of Celine (Boylan), Desmond and the late Owen. Kevin’s wake will commence today (Thursday) at 11.00am. Funeral from his partner Pat’s residence, 8 St. Columba’s Park, on Saturday at 11.30am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Ballerin. (Mass will be broadcast live on the parish website http://www.errigalparish.com/media.html). Interment afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Craigavole. (Arriving approx. 1.45pm). Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his Soul. Deeply regretted by the entire Judge and Doherty family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Macmillan c/o McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.
Violet Wade (née Reid), 12 St Aidan’s Terrace, Derry
The death has occurred of Violet Wade (née Reid), 27th June 2023, beloved wife of the late Christie, loving mother of Donna, devoted grandmother of Emma and Lucy and dear sister of Walter and the late Jean. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 12 St Aidan’s Terrace. Funeral from there on Friday at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
Lee Watt, 26 Lilac Avenue, Limavady, (updated arrangements)
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