Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, 14th May 2024
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Margaret (Maggie) and John Callan Green (Graveside Service and Internment Notice)
In loving memory of Margaret (Maggie) Callan Green and her son, John Green. Daughter and grandson of the late George and Catherine Callan, Inishowen Gardens. With heavy hearts family and friends are invited to join us for a graveside service as we lay to rest the ashes of our beloved Maggie and John with George and Catherine Callan, our dear parents and grandparents, on Saturday, 18th May at 2.00pm at Ardmore Cemetery, Derry. Loved and missed deeply by their loving family in France, Germany, Canada, Derry, Lisburn and wide circle of friends. "Sacred heart of Jesus i place all my trust in thee”
John William (Jack) Dowie, 165 Gulladuff Road, Bellaghy
The death has taken place of the late John William (Jack) Dowie, May 12th 2024, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, dearly beloved husband of Kathleen, 165 Gulladuff Road, Bellaghy, much loved father of Jonathan, Stephen, Timothy and David, a devoted grandfather and great grandfather and a dear father-in-law. House strictly private. A service of thanksgiving for Jack’s life will take place in Ballyscullion Parish Church, Bellaghy on Tuesday, 14th May at 2.00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Ballyscullion Parish Church, payable to Hamilton’s Funeral Service, 18 Deerpark Road, Bellaghy, Magherafelt, BT45 8LB. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. Abide In Me And I In You. John 15 v 4
Susanna Kealey (née Lavery), 101 Oldtown Road, Castledawson
The death has taken place of the late Susanna Kealey (née Lavery), Died 13th May 2024, peacefully at Milesian Manor Care Home. Much loved mother of Brid, Seamus and Paddy. Susanna will repose at her home, 101 Oldtown Road, Castledawson, BT45 8BZ until Wednesday, 15th May. Family time 10:00pm to 10:00am. Her remains will be removed to St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy for 11:00am Requiem Mass and burial in adjoining cemetry. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughter, grandchildren, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, nephews, nieces and the wider family circle.
Anne McCool (née Boyle), 35 Papworth Avenue, Culmore Road, Derry
The death has taken place of Anne McCool (née Boyle), May 12th 2024, at Altnagelvin Hospital, of 35 Papworth Avenue, Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8PT. Beloved wife of Kevin, much loved mother of Nicola and Kevin, mother-in-law Roslyn, dearly loved grandmother of Jamie, Zach, Jacob, Ollie, Sophia, Ariyah, Kevin Og and Conor, cherished daughter of the late Mardie and Lawrence Boyle and sister of Terri, Catherine, Evelyn, Fr. Lawrence, Harry, Paula and the late Shaun and Brian. Reposing at her home. Funeral leaving her home on Wednesday (May 15th) at 12.20ppm for Requiem Mass in St Patrick`s Church, Pennyburn at 1.00pm. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Donations in lieu of flowers please to Marie Curie, c/o Quigley Funeral Directors, 1A Newtown Place, Strabane. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the Parish Webcam: https://www.churchservices.tv/pennyburn
Joanne McDonald, 55 Ballymagowan Avenue, Creggan, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Joanne McDonald, 10th May 2024, beloved daughter of Blackie & Bridie, loving sister of Nicola, Kerry and Laura, sister-in-law of Conor, Chris and Dean and much loved aunt of Erin, Alfie and Oscar. Joanne will be reposing in the family home, 55 Ballymagowan Avenue, Creggan from 4.00pm on Tuesday. Funeral from there on Thursday at 10.25am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
Gerald McWilliams, 80 Highmoor Road, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Gerald McWilliams, 13th May 2024, peacefully at home, 80 Highmoor Road, beloved husband of Hannah, loving father of Raymond, Barry, Ryan and Geraldine, devoted grandfather of Luke, Daniel, Katie, Mollie and Ryan and dear brother of Josie, Christy and the late James, John and Phonsie. House restricted to family only please. Funeral from his home on Wednesday at 11.25am for 12o’clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Tamnaherin. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Mary Mesce (née McLaughlin), 5 Rosseden Drive, Limavady
The death has taken place of the late Mary Mesce (née McLaughlin), 13th May 2024, peacefully at the Foyle Hospice, beloved wife of Vincenzo, 5 Rosseden Drive, Limavady, loving mother of Joanne, Nigel, Naomi and Rosena, step-mother of Lorenzo, Marco and Francesca, mother-in-law of Damien, Marie, Mark and Colin, devoted grandmother of Mia, Joseph, Liam, Seanog, Elin, Remy, Oisin, Cody, Emelia, Thomas, Jamie, Luciano, Santino and Georgio, great-grandmother of Clodagh and dear sister of Roger, Teresa, Pat, Martha and the late Helen. Deeply regretted by all her extended family and friends. Mary’s remains will be reposing in her home. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in Christ The King Church, Limavady. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
William (Billy) Mullan, Ballyavelin Road, Limavady
The death has taken place of the late William (Billy) Mullan, 12th May 2024, peacefully at Causeway Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn. Loving father of Steven (Tammie) and Ivan (Leanne). A much loved grandfather of Stephanie, Declan, Jameson, Molly, Cara and Ben. Brother of Betty, Rita and the late Jim and Norman. Reposing in his home. Family time from 11.00pm to 10.00am please. Funeral service in his home; Ballyavelin Road, Limavady on Wednesday, 15th May at 1.30pm followed by burial in Christ The King Church Cemetery, Scroggy Road, Limavady. Enquiries to Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady funeral directors. Telephone 02877764732. At Peace.
Olivia Smith, 80 Rockfield, Madam's Bank Road, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Olivia Smith, 12th May 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of James (Chang) Smith, 80 Rockfield, Madam's Bank Rd, loving mother of Jim, Darren and Letitia, mother-in-law of Tina and John, devoted granny of Ryan, John, Emily, Hannah, Jessica, Jack and Olivia, cherished daughter of Bernie and the late John Sheerin, much loved sister of Phidelma, Bill, Maisie, Bernie, John, Paul, Helen, Jim, Patricia and the late Christy and a special aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Olivia’s remains will be reposing in her home. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am and house private on the morning of the funeral. Queen Of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her. St Pio intercede for her.
Louis Taylor, 98 Highfield Road, Magherafelt
The death has taken place of the late Louis Taylor, 11th May 2024, beloved husband of Irene and loving father of Maelisa, Damien and Gary, dear brother of Margaret Doherty and John. Funeral from his home, 98 Highfield Road on Wednesday, 15th May for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and via webcam (Webcam – Magherafelt Parish). Interment afterwards in the cemetery at Church of St. John, Milltown. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his wife, daughter, sons, son in law Henry, daughters in law Katrina and Anne, grandchildren Anna, Johnny, Finn, Orin, Ethan and Esme, brother, sister, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. The wake for Louis will commence at 11.30am on Tuesday, 14th May. Strictly private house on the morning of the funeral.
Jean Wallace (née Gordon), 11 Churchtown Lane, Killygullib, Kilrea
The death has taken place of Jean Wallace (née Gordon), died 12th May 2024, peacefully at Hospital. surrounded by her loving family, 11 Churchtown Lane, Killygullib, Kilrea, dearly loved wife of the late Robin, loving mother of Raymond, Doreen (John), Allan (Laura), Mervyn (Elaine) and Leslie (Gillian), adored granny and great-granny and loving sister of Frances, Eileen, Doreen and the late Elma, Annie and John. House private. Service of Thanksgiving in Churchtown Presbyterian Church on Wednesday at 12noon followed by interment in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired to Dementia NI c/o James McMullan and Son, 18 Church Street, Kilrea, BT51 5QU or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Much loved and respected by her family and family circle.
Stephen Andrew White, 2 Loguestown Park, Coleraine
The death has taken place of the late Stephen Andrew White, 10th May 2024, peacefully at Causeway Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Christine. A loving father, loving son of Audrey and the late Walter, beloved brother and much loved grandfather to many. House private, family and close friend’s welcome. No flowers please. Donations if so desired to Macmillan Cancer Support (NI) via link. Steven’s wake will commence on Wednesday, 15th May at his home. Funeral service at his home, 2 Loguestown Park, BT52 2HR at 1.00pm on Thursday, 16th May. Followed by burial in Coleraine Cemetery. (All Welcome). Peace Perfect Peace. Enquiries to J A Gormley Funeral Directors, Coleraine Tel: 028 70531181.