Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, 1st November, 2023
Obituaries
The following deaths have occurred:-
Diane Mayhall Acree (née Reynolds), Virginia
The death has taken place of Diane Mayhall Acree (née Reynolds), peacefully in University of Virginia Hospital at Culpepper, Virginia, much loved wife of David, devoted mother of Steven and Jeffrey loving mother-law-law of Susan and Brandy, adored grandmother of Zachary and Ashlunn, devoted daughter of the late Albert and Eleanor Reynolds. Service of Thanksgiving in D. & R. Hay & Sons, Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Derry BT47 3QQ on Wednesday, 1st November at 11.30am followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Very deeply regretted by her sorrowing family circle. “At home with the Lord“
Pat Clarke, 58 Northland Road, Moneymore
The death has taken place of Pat Clarke (Moneymore, formerly Ruskey), 29th October 2023, beloved husband of Margaret and loving father of Marty, brother of Mary (Quinn). Funeral from his home, 58 Northland Road, on Wednesday, 1st November at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St. John and St. Trea Moneymore, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. House private on morning of funeral please. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, sister, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. Family time only please from 10.00pm until 10.00am.
Francis Doherty, 52 Madison Avenue, Eglinton
The death has taken place of Francis Doherty, 31st October 2023,peacefully at his home, 52 Madison Avenue, Eglinton, loving father of Sheanene and Sarahjane, beloved son of the late John and Annie Doherty and dear brother of Sandra, Thomas, Martin, Lesley and the late Kathleen, Noeleen, Alex and William and a much loved grandfather and uncle. His remains will be reposing in his sister’s home, 39 Dellwood, Eglinton. Funeral from there on Thursday at 9.30am for 10o’clock funeral Mass in St Mary’s Church, Tamnaherin. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Paula Gallagher (née Brown), Derry
The death has occurred of Paula Gallagher (née Brown), 28th October 2023, peacefully at City Hospital, Belfast. Beloved partner of Edward Sweeney and Loving Mother of Edel. Beloved Granny of Mia, Maddie and Maci. Dear sister of Brian, Marie, Pat, Gerald and Carol. Funeral from her sister Carol's home, 4 Tutor Court on Wednesday, 1st November at 9.30am to Saint Mary's Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have Mercy on her soul. Donations if wished to help donate equipment at Paula's place of work - St Colmcille’s Primary School Nursery unit in Claudy. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/In-memory-paula-gallagher?utm_term=K63RdQdpj
Monica Gillen (née Duffy), 9 Moymore Place, Strathfoyle
The death has taken place of Monica Gillen (née Duffy), 29th October 2023, beloved mother of Tracey, Emma, Cara, Naomi and Roisin, devoted grandmother of Callum, Caitlin, Jamie, Caomhan, Courtney, Cody, Tiernan, Ronan, Ciara-Leigh and Emily, daughter of the late Eileen and John Duffy, loving partner of Chris Keen and dear sister of Kathleen, Marian, Lucy, Veronica, Christine and Paul. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 9 Moymore Place, Strathfoyle. Funeral from there on Thursday at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Strathfoyle. Interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. 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.
Michael (Mickey) Harkin, 82 Northland Road, Derry
The death has taken place of Michael (Mickey) Harkin, 82 Northland Road, Derry, 30th October 2023, at Altnagelvin Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Margo, much loved father of Tom, Toni, Michael and John and brother of Fr. Pat (Redemptorist Community, Brazil) and the late Sheila and Mary. Reposing at his home on Wednesday (1dt November) from 2.00pm. Funeral leaving his home on Friday (3rd November) at 9.20am for Requiem Mass in St Eugene’s Cathedral, at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Cloughcor. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughter, brother, grandchildren and family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Donations in lieu of flowers please to Trocaire Middle East Appeal, 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 http://www.steugenescathedral.com/webcam.html
Richard Thomas Allan (Ned) Johnston, 100 Doneybrewer Road, Derry
The death has taken place of Richard Thomas Allan (Ned) Johnston, 30th October 2023, husband of the late Valerie (formerly of 100 Doneybrewer Road) loving father of Gillian, Kim and Jennie, father-in-law of Darren, Andrew and Adam, devoted grandfather of Chelsea, Ellie and Carter and dear brother of Edward. His remains will be reposing in his daughter’s home, 137 Sperrin Park, from 12noon – 10.00pm on Wednesday. Funeral service there on Thursday at 1.00pm. Interment afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery. The Lord is my shepherd.
Frank McGlinchey, 8 St Columba’s Walk, Greysteel
The death has taken place of Frank McGlinchey, 31st October 2023, beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of Mary, Hugh, Sadie, Bernard, Patrick, Maggie and Kevin, a much loved father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. His remains will be reposing in his home, 28 St Columba’s Walk, Greysteel. Funeral from there on Thursday at 12o'clock for 12.30pm funeral Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
John Moore, Perth (formally of Malin Gardens, Creggan)
The death has taken place of John Moore, 30th October 2023, suddenly at his home in Perth, Australia, (formally of Malin Gardens, Creggan, Derry). Much loved husband of Sheree, father of Caoimhin, beloved son of the late Pearse and Gabrielle, brother to Martina, Adelle, Nicole and the late Michael. At John’s wishes cremation will take place in Australia and his ashes will be scattered in Scotland at a later date. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all his family and everyone that knew him. May John rest in peace.
Patrick Moore, 32 Barry Street, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Patrick Moore, 31st October 2023, suddenly at his home, 32 Barry Street, beloved husband of June, loving father of Patrick, Michael, Stephen, Damian, Martin, Ann and Mark, a dear and loving grandfather, great-grandfather and father-in-law to his son-in-law and daughters-in-law, and loving brother to Kay. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle and friends. Patrick will be reposing at his home on Wednesday, 1st November from 11.00pm to 10.00am and Thursday from 11.00pm to 10.00am. Funeral leaving his home on Friday, 3rd November at 9.20am to St. Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Robinson (née Magee), 7 Allen Park, Donemana
The death has occurred of Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Robinson (née Magee), 30th October 2023, peacefully at her home, 7 Allen Park, Donemana (surrounded by her loving family after a short illness) much loved wife of Keith, loving sister of Robbie, May and the late William, dearest sister-in-law of Hazel and Stephen, adored aunt and great-aunt, devoted God-Mother of Logan. Funeral leaving her late home on Thursday, 2nd November at 1.00pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life in St. James Parish Church, Donemana at 1.30pm followed by burial in St. Michael’s Burial Ground. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Donemana Primary School Family and Friends Association, c/o Mrs. Ruth Hay, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Dearly loved and will be sadly my her many friends and the entire family circle. “Too good in life to be forgotten in death“
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