Derry Death Notices - Thursday, March 13, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Rosaleen Barr, 100 Ballyarnet Road, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Rosaleen Barr, March 11 2025 at Oakleaves Care Centre. Loving mother of Joseph, Brian, Kieran and David. Much loved grandmother. Daughter of the late James and Kathleen. Dear sister of Noel, Catherine, Jim, John, Joanie, Michael, Martin, Ann, Ursula and the late Denis. Rosaleen will be reposing at her family home, 100 Ballyarnet Road. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.15am to St Mary's Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all her family and everyone that knew her. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady of Knock pray for her.
Oisin Seamus Gerald Devenney, Gelvin Gardens, Waterside, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Oisin Seamus Gerald Devenney, March 11 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved son of Lorraine and Kieron, Gelvin Gardens, Waterside and a much loved and cherished grandson, godson, nephew, cousin and friend. His remains will be reposing in his grandmother’s home, 82 Hollymount Park, Waterside. Funeral from there on Friday at 10.30am for 11o'clock Requiem Mass in The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Trench Road. Interment afterwards in St Mary's Cemetery, Ardmore. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Hardest goodbye no one was ready for, a part of us that will never leave, as you touched the hearts of everyone who had the pleasure of meeting you.
Edward (Eddie) Grieve, 9 Tullykeeran Gardens, Maghera (Updated Funeral Arrangements)
The death has occurred of Edward (Eddie) Grieve, March 10 2025, suddenly but peacefully, Maghera (Formerly Mulderg Cottages, Claudy). Much loved father of Lisa and Ryan. Dearly beloved partner of Bridgeen. Son of the late Patrick and Mary Grieve. Devoted brother of Anne Kelly, Joe, Margaret Donoghue, John, George, Angela and the late Mary Lavelle and Bernie Myles. Dear stepfather of Mark, Danielle, Jamie-Lee, Anthony and Kiara. Also a loving grandfather. Eddie’s wake will commence on Thursday, March 13 at 11.00am. Please use Watty Graham’s GAC Club car park when attending the wake. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral from his home, 9 Tullykeeran Gardens, BT46 5GH on Saturday March 15 at 10.10am for 11 00am Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Glen. Interment afterwards in adjoining Cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed online via: st-patricks-church-maghera - MCN. No Flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Chest, Heart and Stroke (NI). Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by sorrowing son, daughter, partner, brothers, sisters, stepchildren, grandchildren, nephews, nieces and wider family circle.
James Hanna, Limavady
The death has taken place of James Hanna, March 10 2025, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital and late of Edenvale Care Home, Limavady. Beloved husband of the late Lila R.I.P. Loving father of Gerald (Angela), Adrian (Susan), and Caroline (Martin). A much loved grandfather of Paul, Mark, Rachael, Conor, Amy, Ryan, Adam and great-grandfather of Lila and Finn. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am please. Funeral from his son Adrian’s home 82 Castle Park, Limavady on Thursday, March 13 at 9.25am for Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Limavady at 10.00am followed by interment in adjoining cemetery. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 02877764732. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
James Brian John Hodges, 23 Woodford Park, Coleraine
The death has taken place of the late James Brian John Hodges, March 12 2025, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, late of 23 Woodford Park, Coleraine and formerly of Downpatrick. Dearly loved husband of Fidelma, loving father of Madison, Stuart and Naomi and much loved grandfather of Alexander; also beloved son of Doreen and the late Raymond and dear brother of Andrew and Wendy. House private. Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects at Wades Funeral Home on Thursday 2.00pm - 4.00pm and Friday 5.00pm - 7.00pm. A celebration of Brian’s life will be held in Wades Funeral Home on Saturday at 11.00am followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Macmillan Cancer Support or The Injured Jockeys Fund c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.
Rosemary Johnston (née Glenn), 10 Willowbrook Park, Coleraine
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Rosemary Johnston (née Glenn), March 12 2025, peacefully at the Bohill Care Home, and formerly of 10 Willowbrook Park, Coleraine. Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, loving mother of Lesley and Stanley and mother-in-law of John and Amanda. Funeral service in her daughters home, 16 The Hawthornes, Coleraine on Friday at 12noon followed by interment at Portstewart Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Lovingly remembered by all the family.
David James (Jimmy) Kelly, 6 Lisneal Court, Caw, Derry
The death has taken place of the late David James (Jimmy) Kelly, March 11 2025, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family in his 85th year) dearly beloved husband of the late Joy , devoted father of Kim, Sylvia, David, Denise and Louise, a loving father-in-law of Ricky, Jim, Ian and David, adored granda, great-granda, and great-great-granda. Service of Thanksgiving in his late home, 6 Lisneal Court, Caw, on Friday, March 14 at 11.00am followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to Craigdene Care Home, c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ, Everyone is welcome to call at the family home to-day Wednesday and on Thursday from 10.00am until 9.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. “One of Life’s true gentlemen”. “Peace is yours, memories ours”.
Jolene (Joe) McDaid, Limavady
The death has taken place of the late Jolene (Joe) McDaid, Passed away on March 9 2025. Much loved daughter of Marlene and Vincent, loving Mother of Josh, Dear sister of Vinnie, Anthony, Christle, Glen and the late James also a loving Auntie. Home will remain strictly private. Graveside service will be held in Enagh Cemetery on Friday at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable Marie Curie Cancer Care and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Jolene will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle.
Mary Ann McIntyre, Drumrane Road, Limavady
The death has occurred of the late Mary Ann McIntyre, Passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by her loving family on March 11 2025. Late of Drumrane Road, Limavady. Much loved wife of the late James, loving Mother of Clifford, (Iris), Sandra (Ian) also a loving Grandmother and Great Grandmother, sister of John and Sadie. House strictly private. Anyone wishing to pay their respects to Mary Ann may call at Browns Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. Funeral service will be held in Browns Funeral Home on Friday at 2.30pm followed by burial in Largy Presbyterian Church Burial Ground. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Alzheimer's NI 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.
John Kennedy Stevenson, Limavady
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of John Kennedy Stevenson, Passed away peacefully at his own home surrounded by his loving family on March 11 2025. Much loved husband of Muriel, loving father of Marty, Ruth, David and John-Joe, dear Father in law of Iain and Ruth and devoted grandfather of Andrew, Amy, Katie, James, Beth and Magnus and brother of Rebecca. Funeral service will be held in Derramore Presbyterian Church on Saturday at 2.30pm followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Anyone wishing to pay respects before hand is welcome to come to family home in the afternoon of March 13 and 14. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Marie Curie Cancer Care or Derramore Presbyterian Church and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est. Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.
Robert (Jackie) Watters, 7 West View Terrace, Sion Mills
The death has taken place of the late Robert (Jackie) Watters, March 12 2025, Peacefully at home (in the tender loving care of his family, in his 81st year) much loved husband of Margaret, special uncle of Michael, Janice and all his loving nieces and nephews, a devoted brother-in-law and treasured cousin of Emily, Clarence and Eileen. Service of Thanksgiving for his life will take place in D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Home, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ on Friday, March 14 at 1.30pm, followed by burial in Glendermott Presbyterian Church burial ground. Jackie’s remains will be reposing at his late home, 7 West View Terrace, Sion Mills on Wednesday 12th March, be removed to his cousin Emily’s home, 27 Church Brae, Altnagelvin, Derry on Thursday, March 13 evening, leaving Emily’s home at 1.20pm on Friday to travel to the Funeral Home before the Service of Thanksgiving (at the above address) at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Foyle Hospice c/o Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE. All enquiries to D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Directors 028 71312567. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his friends and entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd”