Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
William James (Willie) Buchanan, 29 Carmoney Road, Eglinton
The death has taken place of the late William James (Willie) Buchanan, passed away peacefully at home, 29 Carmoney Road, Eglinton. Much loved husband of the late Betty, Loving father of Ivan, Nigel (Kerry) and the late Mark. Devoted Grandfather and Great grandfather of Sarah, Kellie, William, Lee, Ben, Megan also Emily, Elliott and Finley. And a dear Brother and Brother in law. Friends and family all welcome to call at the family home from 10.00am to 10.00pm. Funeral service will be held in his late home on Thursday at 1.30pm followed by burial in St. Canices Parish Church graveyard at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Foyle Hospice 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.
John Cornett, Mill Road, Portstewart
The death has taken place of the late John Cornett, December 10 2024, peacefully at hospital, Mill Road, Portstewart. Dearly beloved husband of Irene, loving father of Johanne and Andrew, father-in-law of Lewis and Fiona and much loved grandfather of Annabelle and Heather. House private. Service of Thanksgiving in Burnside Presbyterian Church, Portstewart on Friday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, to Marie Curie c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all the family.
Ronald Harkin (Ronnie) Curry, 42 Parkview, Castledawson
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Ronald Harkin (Ronnie) Curry, December 9 2024, peacefully at Belfast City Hospital, surrounded by his family, Ronald Harkin (Ronnie), dearly beloved husband of the late Myra, darling father of Lynn, David, Petra and Robert, dear father-in-law of Denis, Liz, Andy and Colette, precious wee granda of Karen, Grace, Alex, Scot, Erin, Jodie, Molly and Lewis and wee Ronnie to Harry, Bella and Patrick. Funeral from his home, 42 Parkview, Castledawson on Friday at 1.30pm to Christ Church for service at 2.00pm followed by interment in adjoining churchyard. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Christ Church Mustard Seed Project c/o James McMullan & Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Sadly missed by his sorrowing family and entire family circle. "I will never leave you or forsake you." Hebrew 13 v 5.
Michael Dooher, 59 Aberfoyle Crescent, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Michael Dooher, December 8 2024, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, after a short illness, beloved husband of Kate, loving father of Vincent, Benny, Michael and Jonnie, devoted grandad, a dear father-in-law and loving brother to PJ, Tony, and Kevin and sisters Mary and Sheila. Will be sadly missed by the wider family circle. Michael will be reposing at his homec, 59 Aberfoyle Crescent. Please wear a mask when visiting the family home. Funeral leaving his home on Wednesday, December 11 at 11:20am to St. Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn for Requiem Mass at 12noon. Funeral leaving afterwards to Killala, Co. Mayo for Requiem Mass at St. Patrick’s Church, on Thursday, December 12 at 12noon. Interment will follow in Killala Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE or Foyle Search and Rescue, 20 Victoria Road, Derry, BT47 2AB. Sacred Heart of Jesus we place all our trust in Thee.
Helen Catherine Higgins (née Matthewman), 25 Brockagh Road, Glenullin
We regret to inform you of the sudden but peaceful passing of Helen Catherine Higgins (née Matthewman), died December 10 2024. House strictly private please. Funeral arrangements will be updated when they become available. Helen, late of 25 Brockagh Road, Glenullin. Wife of the late Seamus and beloved mother of James, Christopher, Dane and the late Simon. Daughter of the late Denis and Eithnè and loving sister of James, Barry, Niel and the late Julie. Rest in heavenly peace. Deeply regretted by the entire Higgins and Matthewman family circle. No flowers please. Donations if desired to Dementia NI can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.
Kenneth (Kenny) McFarland, 23 Duncastle Park, Newbuildings
The death has taken place of the late Kenneth (Kenny) McFarland, December 9 2024, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family (in his 65th year) much loved husband of Andrena, devoted dad of Kirsty, Natalie, Amy and Calum, loving father-in-law of Craig and Mark, adored granda of Sophia, Oliver, Jake, Abigail, Charlotte, Teddy, Reuben, Harry and Zaza, dearest brother of Trevor. Service of Thanksgiving in his late home, 23 Duncastle Park, Newbuildings on Thursday, December 12 at 11.30am followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Children Heartbeat Trust c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Everyone is welcome to call the family home from 11.00am until 9.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his many friends and the entire family circle. “One of Life’s true gentlemen“
Conor McMeel, The Rock, 40a Roguery Road, Moneyglass
We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of the late Conor McMeel, December 8 2024, beloved husband of Celine and loving father of Don, C.J. (Neil) and Gemma (Niall), son of the late Owen and Maureen and dear brother of James, Owen, John, Noel and the late Ita. Funeral Cortege from his home, The Rock, 40a Roguery Road, Moneyglass on Thursday, December 12 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of Our Lady of Lourdes Moneyglass, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for him. Sorely missed by his wife, sons, daughter, brothers, sister in law Sinead, nephews Owen and Jimmy, niece Anne and extended family and friends. Family time from 10.00pm to 10.00am.
Martin McNutt, 12 Farmhill, Derry
The death has taken place of the Martin McNutt, December 8 2024, suddenly at his home, 12 Farmhill, beloved partner of Catherine, loving father of Martin, Michaela and William, devoted grandfather of Conor, Luca, Farah, Rhia and Theo and a dear father-in-law to Ciarrai, Johnny and Nicole and a cherished brother to his brothers and sisters. Loved and will be sadly missed by his wider family circle and friends. Martin will be reposing at his home. Funeral leaving his home on Friday, December 13 at 9:20am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan, 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.
Gillian Parr (née Connock), Swilly Drive, Portstewart
The death has taken place of the late Gillian Parr (née Connock), December 2 2024, late of Swilly Drive, Portstewart. Dearly loved wife of the late Steve. Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Church, Portstewart on Saturday, January 11 2025 at 11.00am followed by interment in Agherton Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, for Diabetes NI c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by Carolyn, Susan and all her family and friends.
Jean Porter (née McIlroy), 6 Carsonville Drive, Upperlands
The death has taken place of the late Jean Porter (née McIlroy), December 10 2024, (peacefully) at The Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, dearly loved Wife of Harry, 6 Carsonville Drive, Upperlands, much loved Mother of Carol, Philip and Richard, loving Mother-in-Law of Mark, Helen and Ruth, a devoted Granny and Great Granny and a dear Sister. All welcome at the Family home on Wednesday (December 11) and Thursday (December 12) from 12noon - 9:00pm. Funeral will take place from her home on Friday, December 13 at 1:30pm, to St. Lurach's Parish Church, Maghera for service at 2:15pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Alzheimer's Society, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. "Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts"
Rosemary (Rosie) Ross (née Patterson), Ballyoan House, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Rosemary (Rosie) Ross (née Patterson), December 9 2024, at Ballyoan House. Loving mother of Jimmy and Kimberly, a dear sister of Peter, Marta, Gerry, Sheila, Patricia and the Late Alan and a Loving Aunt of John. Funeral service in Longtower Chapel at 10.00am on Friday, December 13 followed by a private Cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. Family flowers only, family and friends welcome to Ballyoan House, Gransha Park to pay their respects.
Those who think of her today, a little prayer to Jesus say.
Teresa Sweeney, 19 Coleraine Road, Portstewart
The death has taken place of Teresa Sweeney, December 10 2024, peacefully at home (surrounded by her loving family), 19 Coleraine Road, Portstewart. Dearly beloved wife of the late Charlie, loving mother of Marina (and Seamus), Siobhan and the late Clare, a much-loved grandmother, sister and aunt. Family and friends are welcome to call at the family home on Wednesday and Thursday between the hours of 1.00pm and 9.00pm. Funeral from her home on Friday at 11.30am to St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Church for Mass at 12.00 noon. Interment afterwards in Agherton Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu if desired, to St Mary’s Star of the Sea (Parish Funds), c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. “Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.”
Elsie Bamford Turner (née McClure), 20 Caw Park, Limavady Road, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of the late Elsie Bamford Turner (née McClure), December 8 2024, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (in her 98th year, formerly of 20 Caw Park, Limavady Road, much loved wife of the late George, loving mother of David and Rosie, dear mother-in-law of Jean, adored grandmother and great-grandmother, a dear aunt and great-aunt. Funeral and Committal Service (Private) A Memorial Service will follow on January 11 2025 in First Derry Presbyterian Church at 2.00pm. Very deeply regretted by her entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd”
Stephana Martin Young, Limavady
The death has taken place of the late Stephana Martin Young, December 10 2024, Peacefully in Cornfield Care Centre. Dearly beloved wife of the late Willie. Devoted Mother of Janice and Michael, in-law to Terry and Debbie. Loving Grandmother of Christopher, Stephen, Rebecca and Katharine. A private Family committal will take place followed by an Act of Thanksgiving for her life at a later date. Family flowers only, donations if desired made payable to Cornfield care Centre, (Patients Comfort fund) 51 Seacoast Road, Limavady, BT499DW. All Enquires to Adair and Neely Funeral Directors 02871311321. Precious Memories