Derry Death Notices - Thursday, January 16, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
James Kevin Clarke, 16 Tivoli Park, Derry
The death has taken place of the late James Kevin Clarke, January 14 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved husband of Veronica, loving father of Michelle, Jim, John, Kathy and the late Julie, devoted Granda of Kerrie, Emma, Conor, Gemma, Oran, Rebecca, Eva and Talloh and great-granda of Lauren, Josh, Eoin and Reuben and a cherished brother and father-in-law. James Kevin will be reposing at his home, 16 Tivoli Park. Funeral leaving there on Friday, January 17 at 9:20am to Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.
Ciaran Donohoe, 16 Culmore Road, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Ciaran Donohoe, suddenly on January 13 2025, precious son of Tony and Bernadette, much loved brother of Bernardine, Jeanette and Aileen, brother-in-law of Emmett, Jonathan and Sean, treasured uncle of Ronan, Anna, Senan, Eóin and Cillian. Ciaran will be reposing at his home, 16 Culmore Road on Thursday, January 16 from 1:00pm to 10:00pm and Friday from 1:00pm to 10:00pm. Funeral leaving his home on Saturday, January 18 at 9:30am to St. Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Queen of the most holy rosary, pray for him.
Gladys Georgina Holmes, Limavady
The death has taken place of the late Gladys Georgina Holmes, passed away peacefully on January 14 2025 at her own home in Limavady, surrounded by her loving family. Much loved wife of William-John, loving Mother of Mark and Clive, dear Grandmother of Dylan, Jamie, Ben, Lucy, Arlo and Rufus, good friend of Janet and Shell. House private, family and friends welcome to attend the graveside service in Drumachose Presbyterian Church on Friday at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Alzheimer's society and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est, Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Sadly missed by her husband and all the family.
Margaret Hone (née Hudson), 12 Mulderg Cottages, Claudy
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Margaret Hone (née Hudson), peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by her loving family on January 15 2025, may she rest in peace. Late of 12 Mulderg Cottages, Claudy, Co Derry. Beloved wife of Patsy. Loving mother of Martin (Gordon), Paula (Dominic), Gareth, Conor (Siobhan), Gillian (Chal) and the late infant Yvonne R.I.P. Devoted grandmother of Deborah, Kevin, Patrick, Eoghan, Cathal, Liam, Emma, Izzie and Annie. Also a loving great grandmother of Fiadh, Clodagh and Pauric. Daughter of the late Elizabeth Hudson R.I.P and dear sister of George and sister in-law of Colleen. Wake will commence today (Thursday, January 16) at 11.00am. Family time 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral from her late home on Saturday, January 18 leaving at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Saint Patrick‘s Church, Claudy. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.
Kevin Patrick McLaughlin, Greysteel
The death has taken place of the late Kevin Patrick McLaughlin, January 14 2025 peacefully at Belfast Royal Victoria Hospital, loving father of Joanne, Liam and Justine, devoted grandfather of Kian, Jasmine, Derry, Georgie, Arya, Blake and Reign, much loved son of the late Patsy and Bridie and dear brother of Phonsie, Kathleen, Rose, Brian, Mary, Carol and the late Tommy, Phyllis and Barry. Rest in peace. Deeply regretted by all the McLaughlin family circle. His remains will be reposing in his sister Carol’s home, 30 Briar Hill, Greysteel. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family time please from 9.00pm to 11.00am. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Agnes B. (Bridie) Moore, 1a Sandy Braes, Magherafelt
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Agnes B. (Bridie) Moore, (Magherafelt / Desertmartin), January 14 2025, late of 1a Sandy Braes and formerly 20 Longfield Road, Desertmartin, mother of Christopher and the late Damien and dear sister of Vera McAllister. Removal from McCusker Bros Funeral Home on Thursday, January 16 at 5.30pm arriving at Church of St. Mary Coolcalm at 6.00pm. Requiem Mass on Friday at 11.00am, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her son, grandchildren Lisa, Cliona, Phelim, Dara, great granddaughter Fiadh, sister and extended family circle. Viewing in McCusker Bros Funeral Home, 10a Garden Street on Thursday, January 16 from 3.45pm to 5.30pm.
Susie O’Kane (née McGowan), Limavady
Funeral arrangements for the late Susie O’Kane (née McGowan), died January 15 2025. Everyone welcome to call at her son Brian’s home, 79 Shanreagh Park, on Thursday from 10.00am to 10.00pm. Peacefully surrounded by her loving family, loving wife of the late Leo; beloved mother of Brian, Sharon, Marie and Leona; mother-in-law of Mary, Trevor, Terence and much adored granny of Christopher, Adam, Sinead, Kerry, Lauren, Anna and the late Ciarán. Daughter of the late James and Annie McGowan and sister of the late Teresa, Annie, Minnie, Jamesie and Johnnie. Funeral from her son Brian’s residence, 79 Shanreagh Park, on Friday at 9:20am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St. Finlough’s Church, Ballykelly. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Deeply regretted by the entire O’Kane and McGowan family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to St. Finlough’s Cemetery Fund can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.
Kathleen Shott (née Herald), Knocklayde Park, Coleraine
We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of the late Kathleen Shott (née Herald), January 14 2025, peacefully at St James Lodge, Ballymoney, and formerly of Knocklayde Park, Coleraine. Much loved wife to Charlie, devoted mother to Andrew, David and Kathryn, mother-in-law to Kerry, Clive and Katie and loving grandmother to Matthew, Kathryn, Chloe, Kirsten and Emily. House private. Service of Thanksgiving in First Coleraine Presbyterian Church on Saturday, January 18 at 12.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if wished, for Alzheimer’s Society NI, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Kathleen will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by the entire family. "I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever". Psalm: 23: 6.
Florence Rose Simpson, Limavady
The death has taken place of the late Florence Rose Simpson, passed away peacefully at her own home surrounded by her loving family on January 14 2025. Much loved Mother of Peter (Geraldine), David (Karen) and the late Carole also a loving Grandmother and Great Grandmother. All welcome to call at Browns Funeral Home on Thursday (January 16) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Funeral service will be held in Browns Funeral Home on Friday at 1.00pm. Followed by Cremation. Donations if desired and cheques payable to Marie Curie and Foyle Hospice and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est. Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle.
Mary Swift (née Coogan), 353 Carnhill, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Mary Swift (née Coogan), January 14 2025, peacefully at her home, 353 Carnhill, surrounded by her loving family, (formerly of Rossville Street), beloved mother of Geoff, Les and Louise, dear mother-in-law of Shirley, Tracey and John, loving grandmother of Dylan, Tasha, Shaniece, Tiernan, Zoe and T.J. and great-grandmother of Roman, darling daughter of the late Jackie and Molly Coogan, cherished sister of Rose, Tommy and the late Jean, Jimmy and Don, and a devoted aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Mary will be reposing at her home. Funeral leaving there on Friday, January 17 at 9:20am to St. Brigid’s Church, Carnhill for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time please from 11:00pm to 10:00am. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for her.