Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Imelda Bannon (née McFlynn), Swatragh
We regret to inform you of the sudden passing of Imelda Bannon (née McFlynn), died suddenly, August 4 2025 (Swatragh). Funeral arrangements will be updated when they become available. Imelda’s wake has not commenced yet. Beloved wife of Robert and loving mother of Éadaon, Bróna, Oisín and Áine. Beloved daughter of Marian and the late Fergal McFlynn and much adored sister of Paul (Roisin), Gemma (Gareth) and Oran (Catherine) and a much loved aunt. Daughter-in-law of Bernadette and the late Sandy Bannon and sister-in-law of Raymond, Patrick and Maria. Our Lady Queen of Ireland pray for her. Deeply regretted by the entire Bannon and McFlynn family circle. No flowers please.
William John (Billy) Brown, 6 The Oasis, Magherafelt
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of William John (Billy) Brown, August 4 2025, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by his family, dearly beloved husband of Mavis, 6 The Oasis, Magherafelt, much loved stepfather of Julie, Alan and Jayne, loving granda to Emily, dearest brother of David, Samuel, Marjorie and the late Anette, Hadessa and Roberta and a dear brother-in-law of Eric and Mary. House strictly private. Family and friends welcome at Garvin’s Funeral Home, 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP on Wednesday evening (August 6) from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Funeral from Garvin’s Funeral Home on Thursday (August 7) at 1:30pm for service in Calvary Free Presbyterian Church at 2:00pm followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Kidney Care UK payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c). Always loved and remembered by the entire family circle. With deepest sympathy to our sister-in-law Mavis and family, Alan, Jane and Julie. Billy will always be loved and remembered by his brothers David and Samuel, sister Marjorie, Brother-in-law Eric, sister-in-law Mary, nieces and nephews, Tracy, Sasha-Lee, Courtney, Eric Jnr, and Raymond, also the Hynes and McKee Families. “At home with the Lord.”
Maureen Cubitt (née Stevenson), Lauravale, Limavady
The death has occurred of the late Maureen Cubitt (née Stevenson), Passed away peacefully at Cornfield Care Centre on August 5 2025, formerly of Lauravale, Limavady. Dearly loved wife of the late Leslie. Much loved Mother of Leslie (Elaine) and Mandy (Richard). Grandmother of Lynsey, Yasmin, Caroline, Matthew and Emma, and a Great Grandmother of Harry, Alice, Eva and Ethan. Dear Sister to James, Sadie, Irene ,Margaret, Ruth , George and the late Bertie. Family and Friends are welcome at her daughters house, "Gleenkeen House", 23 Ringsend Road, Limavady from 2.00pm to 9.00pm. Funeral Service will be held in Drumachose Presbyterian Church on Thursday, August 7 at 12noon followed by private family burial in Enagh Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques made payable to Alzheimer's Society, c/o Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Industrial Estate, Aghanloo Road, Limavady, BT49 0HE. Deeply regretted by her loving family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus.
Margaret Ann Friel (née Maguire), 20 Little Diamond, Derry
The death has taken place of Margaret Ann Friel (née Maguire), August 5 2025, peacefully at her home ,20 Little Diamond, wife of the late Seamus, loving mother of Seamus, Sharon, Thomas and the late AnnMarie, a devoted granny and great-granny to all her grandchildren, a dear mother-in-law, beloved daughter of the late Jimmy and Mary Maguire, cherished sister of Brian, Roseleen and all her late brothers and sisters and a dear aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Margaret Ann will be reposing at her home. House private please from 10:00pm to 11:00am. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, August 7 at 9:30am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral 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.
Aline Merron (née Carmichael), Dunsuivnish Drive, Portstewart
The death has taken place of Aline Merron (née Carmichael), August 5 2025, (peacefully at her home, Dunsuivnish Drive, Portstewart). Much loved mum of Amy and Niamh, mother-in-law of Mark, adored granny of Aiden and Lucia-Jane; and loving sister of Brenda. House Strictly Private. Friends and Family are welcome to call at Wades Funeral Home, to pay their respects on Thursday evening during 7.00pm – 9.00pm. Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Star of the Sea, Portstewart, on Saturday, August 9 2025, at 11.00am, followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for B.A.R.K (Benvardin Animal Rescue Kennels), c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family.