Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, 23rd January, 2024
Obituaries
The following deaths have occurred:-
Vicky Ballantine, (née Thompson), 63 Shepherds Glen, Derry
The death has taken place of Vicky Ballantine, (née Thompson), passed away on 21st January 2024, loving wife of the late Jirus, cherished mother of Robin, (Diane), Jill and Kim, and nana to Lee and Adam. Loved and sadly missed by the wider family circle. Vicky will be reposing at her home, 63 Shepherds Glen. Funeral service at her home on Wednesday, 24th January at 1.15pm followed by interment in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Ward 26 Altnagelvin Hospital, C/o Bradley & McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Safe in the arms of Jesus.
Edward Barras, Derry
The death has taken place of Edward Barras, 21st January 2024, peacefully at his daughter Aisling’s home, beloved husband of the late Eileen, loving father of Aaron and Aisling Dillon, dear father-in-law of Catriona and Paul, devoted grandfather of Ciaran, Carla, Ryan, Gemma, Patrick and Jack and great-grandfather. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. House strictly private please. Everyone is welcome to attend Edward’s Requiem Mass which will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan at 11.00am on Wednesday, 24th January, followed by interment in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
William John (Willie) Duncan, 42 Riverside Park, Altnagelvin, Derry
The death has taken place of William John (Willie) Duncan, 22nd January 2024, peacefully at home, 42 Riverside Park, Altnagelvin, (surrounded by his loving family in his 81st year) much loved husband of Millie, devoted father of Scott, Tammy and Glenn, loving father-in-law of Michelle and Alana, adored granda of Hannah, Lucy, Amber, Cooper and Marcus, dearest brother of Tommy, Mattie and Harry. Funeral Service in his late home on Wednesday, 24th January at 1.00pm followed by burial in Glendermott Presbyterian Church burial ground. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support (cheques made payable to Macmillan Cancer Support) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by his entire family circle. “Forever in our thoughts”
Billy Forbes, 26 Silverthorn Avenue, Coleraine
The death has occurred of Billy Forbes, 22nd January 2024, at the Causeway Hospital, 26 Silverthorn Avenue, Coleraine and formerly of Strabane. Beloved partner of Laura, dearly loved son of the late Dora and Arthur Forbes and brother of Imelda, Dolores, Peter, Mary, Martin, Stephen and Michelle. Reposing at his brother, Martin Forbes`s home, 12 Tulacorr Heights, Strabane on Tuesday (23rd January) from 5.00pm. Funeral leaving his brother`s home on Wednesday (24th January) at 6.00pm to St Mary`s Church, Melmount for Requiem Mass on Thursday, 25th January 25th at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing partner, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Family time please from 11.00pm to 11.00am. The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the Parish Webcam: http://www.melmountparish.com/webtv.html.
Peter Kirk, 13A Dunlade Road, Greysteel
The death has taken place of Peter Kirk, 21st January 2024 beloved husband of Annette, 13A Dunlade Road, Greysteel, loving father of Emma and Lucy, father-in-law of Mickey and Carl, devoted grandfather of Leo and dear brother of Seamus, John, Marie, Anthony and Liam. House private please from 6.00pm. Funeral arrangements later. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Florence (Polly) Logue (née Reid), 4 Alandale Park, Eglinton
The death has occurred of the late Florence (Polly) Logue (née Reid), 22nd January 2024, peacefully at her daughter’s home, surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of the late Rev. Stanley, loving mother of Geraldine, Neville, Ingrid and Beulah, mother-in-law of Sam, Susan, John and Gareth, devoted granny of Callum, Alex, Ewan, David, Amelia, James, Jonathan, Lydia, Christopher, Richard and Jamie, grand-mother-in-law of Sophie and great-granny of Eleonore. House strictly private please. Funeral service in her home, 4 Alandale Park, Eglinton on Wednesday at 1.00pm. Interment afterwards in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only please. The Lord is my Shepherd.
Margaret McGinley (née Bryson), Castleview Park, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Margaret McGinley (née Bryson), peacefully at Causeway Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on 21st January 2024. Formerly of Castleview Park. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of the late Michael. A much loved mother of Raymond, Jean, Deirdre, Janina, Marisa and Lydia. Dearest mother-in-law of Berni, Brendan, Jim, Steve, Conor and Alan. Cherished grandmother and great-grandmother to all of her grandchildren. Beloved sister of Sheila. Dearest sister-in-law of Eddie. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends. Margaret’s remains will be reposing at her granddaughter Ciara’s residence, 64 Carnhill. Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday, 24th January at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St. Brigid’s Church, Carnhill. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake house will be private from 9.00pm until 11.00am and will also be private on Wednesday morning. Margaret’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/carnhill. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Dementia N.I c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. St. Padre Pio Pray For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.
Sam McIntyre, 184 Ballyquin Road, Limavady
The death has taken place of Sam McIntyre, 22nd January 2024, passed away at his late home, 184 Ballyquin Road, Limavady. Much loved husband of Sarah, loving father of Carol (David) Trevor (Joanne) Loving grandfather of Sophie and Rachel. Funeral will be leaving his late home on Friday at 1.30pm for service in Balteagh Presbyterian Church at 2.00pm followed by burial in adjoining Churchyard. Friends and family all welcome to call at the home on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2.00pm to 9.00pm. No flowers please donations if desired and cheques payable to Parkinsons NI.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.
Edward O'Kane, 9 Clon Road, Eglinton
The death has occurred of Edward O'Kane, 21st January 2024, beloved husband of Mary Bridget (née McLaughlin of Glenagivney, Moville) , late of 9 Clon Road, Eglinton, loving father of Eamon, Teresa, Ethna and Colin, father-in-law of Caroline, Bernard and Claire, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and dear brother of Maureen and the late Annie, Ruby, Patsy, Bobby and Francie. House private please. Funeral from W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, on Tuesday at 11.30am 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.
Dr J.C. (Jim) Stone, 8 Glenaden Hill, Altnagelvin, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Dr J.C. (Jim) Stone, 22nd January 2024, peacefully in hospital, beloved husband of Mary and the late Anne, loving father of Carol, Ciaran, Catherine, Brendan and Rachel, father-in-law of Richard, Neil and Anna and much loved granda of Owen, Amelia, Shea, Ava, James and Graeme. Cherished brother of Joe, Catriona, Michele and the late Mary and Olivia and a dear brother-in-law and cousin. Jim’s remains will be reposing in his home, 8 Glenaden Hill, Altnagelvin on Tuesday from 3.00pm - 8.00pm and on Wednesday from 12noon - 8.00pm. Funeral from there on Thursday at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Trench Road. Interment afterwards in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to St Vincent de Paul C/o The Parish Office, 32 Chapel Road, Waterside, Derry, BT47 2BB. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
William James Whiteside, 56 Bovevagh Road, Dungiven
The death has taken place of William James Whiteside, 21st January 2024, passed away peacefully at his own home, 56 Bovevagh Road, Dungiven, surrounded by his loving family. Dear Husband of the late Margaret, loving Father of Valerie, Roland, Mark, June, Jacqueline, Karen, Yvonne and lan, dear Father in law, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Funeral will leave his late home on Wednesday at 12.30pm for service in Bovevagh Parish Church at 1.00pm followed by burial in adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to kidney Care UK 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.