Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, 8th May 2024
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
James (Alan) Black, 6 Cadogen Park, Kilfennan, Derry
The death has taken place of the late James (Alan) Black, May 7th 2024, Suddenly at Altnagelvin Hospital, (surrounded by his loving family his family in his 73rd year) much loved son of the late James (Jim) and Kathleen (Cissie), dear brother of Alma, loving brother-in-law of Gareth. A Service of Thanksgiving for his life will take place in his late home, 6 Cadogen Park, Kilfennan, Derry on Thursday, 9th May at 2.00pm, burial afterwards in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to All Saints’ Clooney Parish Church (cheques made payable to All Saints’ Clooney Select Vestry) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. "To know him was to love him”. “In heavenly love abiding”.
Greta Cooke (née McQuaid), Galliagh Park, Derry (Updated Arrangements)
The death has taken place of the late Greta Cooke (née McQuaid), 5th May 2024, peacefully at Edenballymore Lodge Care Home, (late of Galliagh Park, formerly of Westland Avenue), beloved mother of Brenda, Monica, Jeffrey, Eoin, Deirdre and Denise. Funeral leaving there on Wednesday, 7th May at 9.30am to St. Columba’s Church, Longtower for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. A private cremation will take place in Lakelands Crematorium, Co. Cavan on Thursday. No flowers please. Thérèse of Lisieux pray for her. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.
Iris Corby (née Sinclair), 38 Inglewood Avenue, Coleraine
The death has taken place of the late Iris Corby (née Sinclair), 5th May 2024, (suddenly) at her home, 38 Inglewood Avenue, Coleraine, dearly loved wife of Geoff much loved mother of Terry and Fiancée Connie, Kirsty and Partner Keith. Devoted grandmother of Nicole and fiancé Jordan, Ross, Kaitlyn and the late Gemma and great-grandmother of Poppy Iris. Service in her home on Friday at 11.00am followed by a private family cremation. Donations in lieu if desired for N.I.C.H.S. C/O Mrs Mona Murdock 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by her loving family and entire family circle.
Johnny Doherty, 2 Drumkill Gardens, Kilrea
The death has taken place of the late Johnny Doherty (Kilrea), suddenly but peacefully at hospital, beloved son of the late William and Susan, grandson of the late Annie and dear brother of Ann, Brian, Bernie, Paddy and the late Christine and Mary Teresa. Wake will commence on Wednesday from 11.00am to 10.00pm at his late residence, 2 Drumkill Gardens, Kilrea. Funeral from above on Thursday at 11.15am for 12noon requiem Mass in St Mary's Church, Drumagarner. Interment afterwards in adjoining church yard. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing brothers, sisters, Davy, Martin, Jody, nephews, nieces and family circle. Enquiries to Dempsey Funeral Directors ,11 Coleraine Street, Kilrea, 02829540226.
Mary Gallagher (née O’Donnell), Glasgow
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Mary Gallagher (née O’Donnell), peacefully in Glasgow on 24th April 2024. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of the late John Joseph R.I.P. Loving mother of Pamela, Philomena and the late Sean- Anthony and Maureen R.I.P. Daughter of the late Hugh and Ann-Jane R.I.P and dear sister of Teresa, Joe and the late Hugh, John, Sam, Suzanna, James, Tommy and infant Philomena R.I.P. Mary’s remains will arrive at St Joseph’s Church Banagher at approximately 11.30am, Wednesday, 8th May 2024 for interment in the adjoining graveyard. St Padre Pio pray for her. Enquires to Mc Laughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Patsy Kelly, 26 Pellipar Park, Dungiven
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Patsy Kelly, peacefully at Rush Hall Care Home surrounded by his loving family on 7th May 2024. May he rest in peace. Late of 26 Pellipar Park, Dungiven, Co Derry. Beloved husband of the late Madeline R.I.P and loving father of Martin, Kieran, Cathal and late Mary R.I.P. Fond father in law of Terrance and Dymphna. Much loved grandfather of Fionnula, Ryan, Eileen, Catherine and Fíachra. Dear brother of Maureen, Christy and the late Gerard, Carmel, Denis, Kevin, Colm, Ann, and infant Jimmy R.I.P. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Reposing at his late home, funeral from there on Thursday, 9th May leaving at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church Dungiven , interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Link https://www.dungivenparish.com/webcam/. St Padre Pio pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.
Martha Roddy McCarron, 1C Abbey Park, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Martha Roddy McCarron, 6th May 2024, at Altnagelvin Hospital. Beloved wife of John, loving mother of Dougie, Alex, Denise and the late Bernadette. A much loved Grandmother of Toni, Jodi, Murryn, Shelena, Kiera and great grandmother of Gary John and Zoe. Martha will be reposing at her home, 1C Abbey Park. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.30am to St Eugene's Cathedral for Requiem Mass 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: http://www.steugenescathedral.com/webcam.html. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all her family and everyone that knew her. Sacred Heart of Jesus have Mercy on her soul. Our lady of knock pray for her.
Nancy Moran, (née Gallagher), 23 Lindenwood Park, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Nancy Moran, (née Gallagher), 7th May 2024, peacefully at her home, 23 Lindenwood Park, beloved wife of the late Danny, loving mother of Teresa, Gerard and Cathy, devoted grandmother of Anne, Joe, Maria, Conor, Ryan and Emmett and great-grandmother of Cadhla, Joe and Aodhán, cherished sister of Maureen and Bernadette. Loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, 9th May at 9.20am to Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. House Private Please. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.
Joan O’Connell (née Canavan), Foxrock (late of Derry)
The death has occurred of the late Joan O’Connell (née Canavan), May 7th 2024, (Foxrock, D18 and late of Derry) (peacefully) in the kind care of all the staff of the Blackrock Clinic. Joan, beloved wife of the late Sean, loving mother of Shane, Breiffne, Bronagh, Colm and Clodagh. Sadly missed by her devoted children, daughters-in-law Tracy and Beth, sons-in-law Graham and Gavin, adored grandchildren Molly, Lucy, Bryan, Seán, Sophie, Maude, Isobel, Harry, Rosa, Callum and Leon, her brother Micheál, sister Patricia, extended family, neighbours and friends. Remembering also her late siblings Ivor, Colm, Maeve and Carmel. Reposing Friday, May 10th, in Quinn’s of Glasthule from 4.00pm to 6.00pm. Removal Saturday, May 11th, to Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Church, Foxrock arriving for 10.00am Funeral Mass which can be viewed online at Foxrock Church Webcam followed by cremation in Mount Jerome Crematorium. “I remembered her head bent towards my head ... Never closer the whole rest of our lives.” Seamus Heaney
Doreen Frances Stockman (née Hyndman), 16 Loughill Park, Tobermore
The death has taken place of the late Doreen Frances Stockman (née Hyndman), 5th May 2024, (suddenly) at her home, 16 Loughill Park, Tobermore, dearly beloved Wife of the late Mervyn, devoted Mum of Neil, loving Mother-in-Law of Abi, proud and much adored Granny Doe of Maisie and Fraser, a cherished Foster Mum and dearest Sister of Lorna, Ronnie, Gerald, Sharyn and the late Glenda. All welcome at the Family home on Wednesday (May 8th) from 12noon to 9.00pm. Funeral will take place from her home on Thursday, May 9th at 2.30pm, to Kilcronaghan Parish Church for service at 3.00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support and Mid Ulster Community First Responders, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. “Love you always”
Kathleen White, 35 Malin Gardens, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Kathleen White, peacefully at her home, on 6th May 2024. Late of 35 Malin Gardens and formerly of Hamilton Street and 47 Leenan Gardens. May she rest in peace. Beloved partner of Peter. Devoted mother of Cathal, Sinead, Cathy, Peter, Liam and the late Gary. A much loved mother-in-law of Roisin, Ailish and the late Lisa. Loving granny to all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends. Kathleen’s remains will be reposing at her late home, 35 Malin Gardens. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday. 9th May at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St. Marys Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake house will be private from 9.00pm until 11.30am. Kathleen’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. St. Anthony Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Fatima Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.