Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, 3rd January, 2024
Obituaries
The following deaths have occurred:-
Anne Cregan (née McGeady, 2 Rathmore Road, Derr
The death has occurred of the late Anne Cregan (née McGeady), 1st January 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of Cathal, loving mother of Cathal, Jenny, Colm and Beth, devoted grandmother of Freya and Lorcan, dear daughter of Betty and the late Anthony. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her sisters, brothers and the entire family circle. Anne will be reposing at her home, 2 Rathmore Road. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, 4th January at 9.20am to St. Columba’s Church, Longtower for requiem mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.
Reggie Crozier, 8 Bannvale, Coleraine
The death has occurred of the late Reggie Crozier, 1st January 2024, suddenly, 8 Bannvale, Coleraine. Dearly loved husband of Freda, loving father of Diane, dear brother of Joe and Rhoda and a much loved brother-in-law and uncle. Service of Thanksgiving in Coleraine Congregational Church on Thursday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, to N.I. Chest, Heart & Stroke or Faith Mission C/o Hugh Wade & Son, 3 Upper Abbey St Coleraine BT52 1BF or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. “The Day Thou Gavest, Lord, Is Ended.”
Josephine Dillon (née McDaid), 50 Circular Road, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Josephine Dillon (née McDaid), peacefully at Altnagelvin hospital on 1st January 2024. Late of 50 Circular Road. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of the late Patsy. Devoted mother of John, Pat, Matt, Marie, Michael, Noel, Paul and the late Rachel. Loving granny, great-granny and great-great granny to all of her grandchildren. A much loved sister, mother-in-law and aunt. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends. Josephine’s remains will be reposing at her daughter Marie's residence, 3 Kildrum Heights, Killea. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday, 4th January at 9.15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Mary's Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Josephine’s funeral Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. St. Padre Pio Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Fatima Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.
Richard James Faith (Scruffy) (updated funeral arrangements)
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Richard James Faith (Scruffy), peacefully at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Hospital on 16th December 2023. Late of Faith Farms, Inverbervie, Scotland. May he rest in peace. Beloved husband of Michelle. Devoted father of Robyn and Ben. A much loved son of William and Isobel and son-in-law of John and Thelma. Dear brother of Andrew, Jackie, Hilary and Robert. Dearest brother in law of Deborah, Carol, Anthony and Lydia. Much loved uncle of Erin, Henry, Oliver, Reuben, Isobel and William. Best friend to Clarke. Service and Committal of the ashes at Saint Canice's Church of Ireland, Eglinton on Friday, 5th January 2024 at 2.00pm. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.
Eileen Gorman (née Anderson), 27 O'Hara Road, Maghera
The death has taken place of Eileen Gorman (née Anderson), 2nd January 2024, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by her loving Family, dearly beloved Wife of the late Sammy, 27 O'Hara Road, Maghera, much loved Mother of Philip and Lynn, a loving Mother-in-Law of Claire and Trevor, devoted Granny of Danielle and her Husband Conor, Joanna, Ross and Katie, Great Granny of Theo and a dear Sister of May, Sadie and the late Jack, Madge and Jean. All welcome to call at the Family home. Funeral from her home on Friday, 5th January at 1.00pm, to St. Lurach's Parish Church, Maghera for service at 1.30pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke and St. Lurach's Parish Church, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Forever loved and sadly missed by the entire Family Circle. "The Lord is my Shepherd"
Sarah Jane Leighton, Cloyfin Road, Coleraine
The death has taken place of Sarah Jane Leighton, 30th December 2023, in her 97th year, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Clairville Care Home; formerly of Cloyfin Road, Coleraine. Dearly loved daughter of the late Mary and John, dear sister of the late John and Tommy, loving aunt of Robert (Laurie), Bill (Cheryl) and nieces Mary (Gary) and Janet in Canada; and Alistair in Northern Ireland. Will be sadly missed by her many great and great-great nieces and nephews. Sarah is also remembered by many amazing friends and neighbours. Funeral service in Ballyrashane Parish Church on Thursday, 4th January 2024 at 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, to Ballyrashane Parish Church, c/o Hugh Wade & Son, 3 Upper Abbey St Coleraine BT52 1BF or online at hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. The family would like to thank all the staff at Clairville Care Home for their care and support.
George “Geordie” McCullagh, 3 Ashford Park, Feeny
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of George “ Geordie” McCullagh, suddenly on 1st January 2024. Late of 3 Ashford Park, Feeny, Co Derry. Beloved husband of Eileen and loving father of Ciara (Christy), Julie, Grainne (Craig), Elaine (Ryan) and Louise (Tony). Devoted grandfather of Ruairi, Sophie, Saoirse, Cadan, Conor, Fiadh-Grace, Saorla- Rose. Son of the late Katie and John R.I.P and dear brother of Peter, Hugh, John, Pat, Bridget, Anthony, Eugene and the late Susan and Bernard R.I.P. Deeply regretted by the McCullagh and McGurk family circles. Wake and funeral arrangements will be updated as soon as they become available. Saint Joseph patron of the departed souls pray for him. Enquires McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Mary McGowan, 20 Dromore Avenue, Limavady
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Mary McGowan, peacefully at Altnagelvin Intensive Care Unit, on 1st January 2024. May she rest in peace. Late of 20 Dromore Avenue, Limavady, Co Derry. Beloved daughter of the late Patrick (Paddy) and May R.I.P. Loving sister of Ann, John, Lawerence, Christine, Liam, David and the late Siobhan R.I.P. Deeply regretted by her nieces, nephews, sisters in law, brothers in law and the entire family circle. Reposing at her late home. Funeral on Thursday, 4th January 2024 leaving her late home at 9.15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Limavady. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to WHSCT Altnagelvin I.C.U, c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Our Lady of Knock pray for her. Enquiries to Mc Laughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Brendan McLaughlin, 5 Ard-Na-Grann, Dungiven
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Brendan McLaughlin, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on 1st January 2024. May he rest in peace. Late of 5 Ard-Na-Grann, Dungiven, Co Derry. Beloved husband of Veronica (Vonnie) and loving father of Colm (Ann), Oisin (Mandy), and Shane (Sabrina). Devoted grandfather of Michelle, Orla, Ciara, Cathan, Teighan, Niall, Shea, Alicia and Niamh. Beloved son of the late Thomas and Lily R.I.P. and loving brother Joan, Rose and the late William Bernard, Gerard, Vincent, Johnnie, Josie, Michael, Veronica, Phonsie, Laurence, Dessie, Dympna, Majella and Mary R.I.P. Reposing at his late home. Funeral on Thursday, 4th January leaving at 12.15pm for 1.00pm Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed on http://www.dungivenparish.com/webcam/. Family flowers only please and donations if desired to Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke (NICHS)c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven. Saint Joseph patron of the departed souls pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s Dungiven 07747046084 / 07840052022.