Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, 19th March 2024
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Vera Cahill (née McDermott), Sandyford, Dublin (formerly of Molenan, Co Derry)
The death has occurred of Vera Cahill (née McDermott), 16th March 2024, passed away peacefully. Late of Sandyford, Dublin (formerly of Molenan, Co Derry)Beloved wife of the late John (Seán). Loving mother of Concepta, Pauline, Suzanna, Karen, Conor and John. Vera will be sadly missed and always remembered by her loving family, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, her brother Eamonn, sisters Margaret, Annie, Theresa, Kathleen and Marion, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, 20th March at 10o'clock in St Mary's Church Sandyford, followed by burial in Glencullen Cemetery. If you are unable to attend the funeral service in person, you may view online by clicking the link https://sandyfordparish.org/webcam/
Fergal Creelman, Ballykelly
Updated Arrangements for the late Fergal Creelman (Ballykelly & formerly Magilligan), died 16th March 2024. Fergal is reposing in McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL. Everyone welcome to call on Wednesday evening from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. Fergal R.I.P. beloved father of Odhrán. Son of June and the late Michael and beloved brother of Niall, Michaela (Stevens), Roisin (Mullan)and Kirsty (Darroch). Funeral from McKiernan’s Funeral Home, on Thursday, 21st March at 9.45am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St. Aidan’s Church, Magilligan. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by the entire Creelman family circle. St. Pio pray for him.
Frances Elizabeth (Betty) Doherty (née Dinsmore), Derry
The death has taken place of the late Frances Elizabeth (Betty) Doherty (née Dinsmore), 16th March 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, dearly beloved wife of the late Norman, much loved mother of Anne, loving mother-in-law of Noel, devoted granny of Jonathan, dearest sister of Olive. Private funeral service will take place in D. & R. Hay & Sons, Funeral Home 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Tuesday, 19th March at 11.00am followed by (committal in Altnagelvin Cemetery were everyone is welcome). Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Waterside Presbyterian Church c/o Mrs. Olive Hamilton, 2, Rosswater, Limavady Road, Derry, BT47 6YR. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family. The Lord's my Shepherd.
Robert James (Jim) Johnston, ISM, 6 Rossendale Avenue, Limavady
The death has taken place of Robert James (Jim) Johnston, ISM, in his 80th year, 18th March 2024, peacefully at Waterside Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, beloved husband of Connie, 6 Rossendale Avenue, Limavady, loving father of Anne, Elizabeth, Alison and Jennifer, father-in-law of Thomas, Paul, Tom and Dave, devoted grandfather of Megan, Connor, Violeta and Rhys, and dear brother of William, Albert, Margaret-Rose and Stanley. Reposing at his late home, funeral from there on Wednesday, 20th March, 12noon for 1.00pm service in Dungiven Church of Ireland. Interment afterwards in the adjoining burying ground.bSafe in the arms of Jesus. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, Ward 2, Dementia Unit, Waterside Hospital, cheques made payable to Browns Funeral Directors, Limavady, BT49 0HE Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am.
Norman Lennox, 10 Bowmans Road, Aughagaskin, Magherafelt
The death has occurred of the late Norman Lennox, 16th March 2024, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, 10 Bowmans Road, Aughagaskin, Magherafelt, dearly beloved son of the late John and Margaret, loving brother of Andy and his wife Sylvia, Freddie and his wife Beth, also a dear uncle and great-uncle and a cherished cousin of Margaret and her husband Tom. House strictly private. Family and friends welcome in Garvin’s Funeral Home, 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP on Wednesday evening (20th March) from 7.00pm – 8.00pm. Funeral service in Garvin’s Funeral Home on Thursday (21st March) at 11.45am followed by burial Polepatrick Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Lovingly remembered. “The Lord is my Shepherd” Psalm 23 v 1
Vincent (Vinnie) McAteer, 43 Drumsaragh Road, Kilrea
Funeral arrangements for the late Vincent (Vinnie) McAteer R.I.P. (Kilrea) Died 18th March 2024. Everyone welcome to call at the family home, 43 Drumsaragh Road, Kilrea on Tuesday from 12noon to 10.00pm. Peacefully surrounded by his loving family Vinnie R.I.P. beloved husband of Susanna (née Dowds); loving father of Malachy, Sharon (Larkin), Cormac, Majella and Mariette (Mulvenna); dear Father-in-law of Róisin, Rory, Úna, and Michael and a much-adored Granda of Niamh, Oran, Ciabhán, Aoibhín, Pearse, Méabh, Ellen, Gerard, Ciarán, Bronagh, Cormac, Conor, Gemma and Declan. Son of the late Patrick and Margaret and dear brother of Rosaleen (Mc Donald) and the late Molly (Scally), Patsy, Peggy (Madden), Sean and Baby Cathal. Funeral from his late residence on Wednesday at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Drumagarner. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.vSt. Pio pray for him. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Kilrea Health Centre c/o McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.
Lisa Ryan, 12 Ferndale Drive, Derry
The deathhas occurred of the late Lisa Ryan, 17th March 2024, suddenly at her home, 12 Ferndale Drive, partner of Sean, loving mother of Amy, Katelyn and Gavan, dear daughter of Raymond and the late Ann, cherished sister of Stephen, Cathy, Annette, Brian, Leigh, Raymond, Paul, Terry and the late Elaine, a dear and loving aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Loved and sadly missed by the wider family circle. Funeral arrangements later from the family home 48 William Street. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.
Edna Smyth, 26 Society Street, Coleraine
The death has taken place of the late Edna Smyth, 17th March 2024, peacefully at home, 26 Society Street, Coleraine. Dearly loved daughter of the late Thomas and Victoria, loving aunt of Liz and Stuart and a much loved great-aunt. Service of Thanksgiving in New Row Presbyterian Church, Coleraine on Thursday at 11.00am followed by interment in Mosside Presbyterian Churchyard. Donations, if wished, to New Row Presbyterian Church or Marie Curie c/o Hugh Wade & Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.
George Winston Street, 24 Faughan Crescent, Drumahoe
The death has taken place of the late George Winston Street, 18th March 2024, peacefully at Edenvale Care Home, Limavady, (surrounded by his loving family in his 85th year formerly of 24 Faughan Crescent, Drumahoe) dearly beloved husband of Dorothy, much loved father of Paula, Stephen and Adele, loving father-in-law of Wilson and Mark, adored grandfather, of Adam, Louis, Andrew, Hannah, Rachel and the later Leah dearest brother of Freda. Service of Thanksgiving for his life in D & R Hay & Sons, Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Wednesday, 20th March, at 12noon followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to Glendermott Parish Church or Edenvale Care Home (Comfort Fund) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director. (address as above). Family home private by request. Everyone is welcome to call at the funeral Home today (Tuesday) from 6.00pm until 8.00pm Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. One of life’s true gentlemen.