Derry Death Notices - Thursday, March 20, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Thomas (Tommy) Collins, 5 Daisyhill Park, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Thomas (Tommy) Collins, March 19 2025, beloved husband of Angela, loving father of Dominique, Emmett, Stephen, Kelvin and Gareth, father-in-law of Rhona, Lyndsey, Lisa, Harry and Bernard, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and dear brother of Jackie, Christine, Terence, Brendan and the late Jim, Gerald, Bridie and Michael. His remains will be reposing in his home, 5 Daisyhill Park, on Thursday from 3.00pm – 9.00pm. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
William (Willie) Coyle, 9 Beechleigh Park, Eglinton
The death has occurred of the late William (Willie) Coyle, March 19 2025, beloved husband of the late Mary, 9 Beechleigh Park, Eglinton, loving father of Liam, Damien, Ronan and Brian, father-in-law of Mel and Donna, devoted grandfather of Jamie and Jack and dear brother of Peggy, Sally, Harry and the late Rose, Catherine and Josie. His remains will be reposing in his home. Funeral from there on Friday at 1.30pm for 2o’clock Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 12noon. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
David Samuel Hazlett, Landmore House, 126 Agivey Road, Aghadowey
The death has taken place of the late David Samuel Hazlett, March 18 2025, (suddenly but peacefully) at his home, Landmore House, 126 Agivey Road, Aghadowey, dearly beloved husband of Betty, much loved father of Janet, Louise, Kathryn, Heather and William and a dear father-in-law, grandfather and brother. Service in Moneydig Presbyterian Church on Friday at 2.00pm followed by interment in adjoining churchyard. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired to Cancer Research (Kilrea) c/o James McMullan and Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Sadly missed by his sorrowing family and entire family circle.
Frances Evelyn Loughrey (née Lennox), Magherafelt
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Frances Evelyn Loughrey (née Lennox), March 15 2025, (peacefully) at Brooklands Care Home, Magherafelt, in her 98th year, dearly beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved and devoted mother of Lillian and the late Stewart, dear mother-in-law of Gregory and the late Sally, loving grandma of Alexander, Charlotte, Patrick, Morgan and Blake and dearest sister of Tom and the late George, Vena, Dorothy and Ida. Family and friends welcome in Garvin’s Funeral Home, 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP on Thursday evening (March 20) from 7.00pm - 8.00pm. Funeral service in Christ Church, Castledawson on Friday (March 21) at 1.00pm. A private cremation will take place at a later date. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for NI Chest, Heart & Stroke payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donations A/c). Frances will always be loved and remembered by her family and the entire family circle. “You should be known for the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God.” 1 Peter 3 v 4
Sean McLaughlin, 49 Ballymagowan Avenue, Creggan, Dery
The death has occurred of the late Sean McLaughlin, March 18 2025, Peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast, late of 49 Ballymagowan Avenue, Creggan. Husband of Mary, Loving father of Orán, Ríoghán, and Tíerná, Devoted grandfather of Ruadhán. Beloved son of the late Alex and Mary McLaughlin R.I.P. Caring brother of Annette, Dear uncle of Emmet, Seán, and Conal. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Private family time from 10.00pm to 10.00am Please. Funeral from: 49 Ballymagowan Avenue, Creggan BT48 9QR on Saturday, March 22 at 9:20am for Requiem Mass at 10.00am in St Mary’s Church, Creggan followed by interment in City Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to: Regional Intensive Care Unit, Royal Victoria Hospital, Grosvenor Road, Belfast BT12 6BA. Enquiries to Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 02877764732 Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Ryan (Scotchy) Mellon, 15 Glen Road, Derry
Ryan (Scotchy) Mellon, March 17 2025, beloved son of Cathy, loving brother of Charlene and Annette, devoted uncle of Caoimhe, Rhys, Alicia, Shea, Eimear, Tyler and Jayden and a very dear nephew, cousin and friend. His remains will be reposing in his home, 15 Glen Road. Funeral from there on Friday at 12o'clock for 12.30pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Creggan. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Mary Nicell (née Friel), Baldoyle, Dublin 13 (formerly of Derry)
The death has taken place of the late Mary Nicell (née Friel), March 18 2025, suddenly but peacefully in the care of St. Vincent’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Late of Baldoyle, Dublin 13 and formerly of Derry. Beloved wife of the late Martin and predeceased by her sisters Deirdre and Maeve. Very sadly missed by her loving daughter Clare, son-in-law Leo, her adored grandchildren Thomas, Sophie, Ollie and Jessie, brother Michael, sister Isolde, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours. May She Rest in Peace. Reposing in Staffords Funeral Home, Golf Links Road, Portmarnock on Friday, March 21, from 4.00pm to 6.00pm. Removal to St. Laurence O’Toole Church, Baldoyle on Saturday morning for a Funeral Service at 10.00am followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the Irish Cancer Society. A live stream of Mary’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: https://churchmedia.tv/camera/stlaurence-otoole-church
Robert Alexander (Robbie) Thompson, 53 Bigwood Road, Lisdillon
The death has taken place of the late Robert Alexander (Robbie) Thompson, March 16 2025, Suddenly at his home, 53 Bigwood Road, Lisdillon (surrounded by his loving family in his 29th year) much loved son of Maurice and Janine, loving dad of Mylie, precious brother of Jane, Sammy, Jill, Joanne and David, a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Service of Thanksgiving in his late home on Friday, March 21 at 12.00noon followed by burial in Glendermott Presbyterian Church burial ground. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (Cheques made payable to W. H. & S.C.T Altnagelvin Hospital (I.C.U.) or Epilepsy N. I. c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his entire family. “ The day Thou gavest Lord is ended “