Derry Death Notices - Thursday, December 19, 2024
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Alfreda Astbury (née Stephenson), Limavady
The death has occurred of the late Alfreda Astbury (née Stephenson), passed away at Brooklands Edenballymore Lodge, in her 101st year, surrounded by her loving family. Much treasured Mother of June, Robert, Colin and Linda. Much loved Grandmother of Iain And Gareth, Karen, Andrew and Amy. Catherine and Rebecca and Great Grand Mother of Freya and Alex and Evie. Sophia and Solveig (Sunny). Also a beloved Aunt. House private, close friends and family welcome to call at her Daughter June's home 14 Castle Gardens, Limavady. All Welcome at Funeral. Funeral Service will be held in Drumachose Presbyterian Church on Friday at 11.00am. Burial Will take place afterwards in Altnagelvin Cemetery at 1.00pm. All welcome at the Belfray Country Inn for refreshments after the commital. Family Flowers only please Donations if desired and cheques made to Brooklands Edenballymore Lodge, c/o Browns Funeral Directors 21 Aghanloo Industrial Estate, Aghanloo Road Limavady BT49 0HE. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle.
Dorothy Winifred Boyd (née McCormick), 44 Primity Terrace, Newbuildings
The death has occurred of the late Dorothy Winifred Boyd (née McCormick), December 17 2024, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by her loving family) much loved wife of William (Billy) devoted mum of Jillian and Alan, loving mother-in-law of Randal, adored granny of Tara, Emma and Hannah, dearest sister of Betty. Service of Thanksgiving in her late home, 44 Primity Terrace, Newbuildings, on Friday, December 20 at 11.00am, followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to the Chest, Heart & Stroke Association c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home from 11.00am until 9.00pm. Very deeply regretted and will lovingly remembered by her entire family circle. “God’s garden must be beautiful, he only takes the best”.
Cynthia Mary Carruthers (née Gourley), 44B Buskin Way, Coleraine
The death has taken place of the late Cynthia Mary Carruthers (née Gourley), December 17 2024, peacefully at hospital, 44B Buskin Way, Coleraine. Dearly loved mother of Janice, mother-in-law of Roy, much loved granny of Kyle and Carla (Gary), great-granny of Amelia and dear aunt of Janet and Ian. House strictly private. uneral service in Wades Funeral Home, Coleraine on Friday, December 27 2024 at 11.00am followed by a private family cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if wished, to Age Concern Causeway c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.
Margaret Amy Isobel Kennedy (née Wilson), 20 Curryfree Road, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Margaret Amy Isobel Kennedy (née Wilson), December 18 2024 Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by her loving family after a short illness courageously Borne) much loved wife of William John (Johnny) devoted mother of Scott, Linda, Richard and Ian, loving mother-in law, adored granny, dearest sister of William. Funeral leaving her late home, 20 Curryfree Road, Derry on Saturday, December 21 at 12.15pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life in Glendermott Presbyterian Church at 1.00pm burial afterwards in the adjoining burial ground. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (Cheques made payable to W. H. & S. C. T. Altnagelvin Hospital (Ward 50) or Foyle Hospice c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home from 11.00am until 10.00pm. Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by her husband, sons, daughter, brother, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and the entire family circle. “Too good in life to be forgotten in death.” “Safe in the arms of Jesus”
Kathleen McGonigle, Keely Gardens, Aghadowey
The death has taken place of the late Kathleen McGonigle, December 17 2024 (peacefully) at Casueway Hospital, late of Keely Gardens, Aghadowey, dearly beloved wife of the late George, much loved mother of Gary and Gavin and loving grandmother of Cameron, Olivia, Evie and Ewan. Service in James McMullan and Son Funeral Home on Friday at 11.30am followed by interment in Aghadowey Presbyterian Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support c/o James McMullan and Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Sadly missed by the entire family circle.
John McMeel, Moneyglass
The death has taken place of the late John McMeel (Moneyglass), December 17 2024, late of Castlehill Nursing Home, Castledawson, beloved son of the late Owen and Maureen and dear brother of James, Owen, Noel and the late Conor and Ita.
Funeral Cortege from his brother James’ home, The Rock, 40b Roguery Rd, Moneyglass on Friday, December 20 at 1.30pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in Church of Our Lady of Lourdes Moneyglass, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for him. Sorely missed by his brothers, sisters in law Sinead and Celine, nephews Don, C.J., Owen and Jimmy, nieces Anne and Gemma and extended family and friends. The wake for John will commence on Thursday, December 19 from 11.00am to 10.00pm.
Thomas Joseph (Tommy) McPherson, 10 Royal Avenue, Portstewart
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Thomas Joseph (Tommy) McPherson, December 17 2024, peacefully at The Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital, 10 Royal Avenue, Portstewart. Dearly loved partner of Frances, loving son of the late Joseph and Isobel and dear brother of the late Alfred. House strictly private. Family and friends are welcome to call at Wades Funeral Home, to pay their respects, on Friday at 2.00pm - 5.00pm. Funeral service in Wades Funeral Home on Monday, December 23 at 2.00pm followed by a private cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if wished, to (NH&SCT) for use in The Macmillan Unit c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered.
Anna Young (née McCallion), 7 Camelia Court, Derry
It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Anna Young (née McCallion), peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on December 17 2024. Late of 7 Camelia Court and formerly of the Lecky Rd. May she rest in peace. Dearest partner of the late Patsy. Loving mother of Annemarie, Linda, Heather, Teresa, Sean, Kieran and Paul. A much loved granny and great-granny to all of her grandchildren. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends. Anna’s remains will be reposing at her late residence, 7 Camelia Court. Funeral leaving from there on Friday, December 20 at 10:20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Trench Roadd. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. The wake house will be private from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Anna’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://m.youtube.com/c/WatersideParish. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.