Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Alice Barr (née Purcell), 211 Carnhill, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Alice Barr (née Purcell), January 21 2025, peacefully at the Foyle Hospice, loving mother of Peter, Margaret, Siobhan, Fiona and James, devoted grandmother of Sarah, Rachel, David, Shannon, Jamie-Lee, Gavin, Jack, Ríon, Gareth, Robyn, Hannah, Killian and the late Lillianna Grace, great-grandmother of Aoife, Zara, Lily, Shea, Aodhan, Harry, Grace, Eimear, Drew and Lennon, former wife of Jim and a much loved mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 211 Carnhill, from 11.00am on Wednesday. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.20am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. 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. St Pio intercede for her.
Nuala Convery (née McKenna), Belfast (formerly Craigadick, Maghera)
The death has taken place of the late Nuala Convery (née McKenna), January 20 2025, Peacefully, Belfast and formerly Craigadick, Maghera. Beloved wife of the late Joseph and devoted mother of Dermot, Philip, Rory, Paula McStay and Fergal. Loving daughter of the late Jack and Genevieve McKenna. Beloved sister of Noel, Gem, Clare, Anne and the late Fr. Philip, Libby and Deirdre. Funeral arrangements will be updated when they are available. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to SVDP, Maghera. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing daughter, sons, grandchildren, sisters, nephews, nieces and family circle.
Brendan Hartop, 70 Seacoast Road, Limavady
The death has occurred of Brendan Hartop, January 19 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital. Loving husband of Kathrine. Caring father of Kevin and Daniel. Devoted Grandfather of Ava, Evie, Isla and Lily. His remains will repose at his late residence, 70 Seacoast Road, Limavady. (Parking available in Blairs Industrial Estate car park opposite the family home) Family time please between 10.00pm and 11.00am. Funeral from his late home on Thursday, January 23 at 10.00am proceeding to Lakeland Crematorium, Co.Cavan arriving at 1.00pm. Deeply regretted by his entire family circle.
Maureen McGuigan (née McWilliams), Ballyronan
We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of the Maureen McGuigan (née McWilliams), January 20 2025, formerly Ballinscreen, beloved mother of Shane and Stacey, daughter of Brigid and the late Thomas and dear sister of Una, Fiona, Jennifer and Sean. Funeral on Wednesday, January 22 in Church of St Patrick Loup at 2.00pm, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her son, daughter, daughter in law Kay, Stacey’s partner Ryan, grandchildren Kyra, Caoimhe, Orlaith, mother, brother, sisters, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to Diabetes Society by clicking the link below - Donate to Diabetes. The wake for Maureen will be Private.
Dorothy Elizabeth McKay, 29 Kingsbury Gardens, Coleraine
The death has taken place of the late Dorothy Elizabeth McKay, January 21 2025, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, late of 29 Kingsbury Gardens, Coleraine. Darling wife of the late William, and loving mother of John and Ruth, mother-in-law of Martha and Mark, grandmother of Noel, Clare and Robert, great-grandmother of Micah and Lois. Funeral Service in Macosquin Parish Church on Friday at 1.00pm, followed by interment in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Macmillan Cancer Support, 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 and friends.
Claire Meehan (née Duffy), 2 Celtic Court, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Claire Meehan (née Duffy), January 21 2025, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of the late Charlie, (former Driving Instructor), loving mother of Cathal Meehan, Blanaid Edwards, Paula McCallion, Finnula McMonagle and Una Mac Farland, devoted grandmother of Michaela Rodgers, Martina Ferry, Emer Dunne, Cathal Meehan, Gary McMonagle, Caolan Mac Farland, Niall Edwards, Michael McCallion, Shea Edwards and Oran Mac Farland and great-grandmother of Faye Craig-Meehan, Clodagh and Eadha Rodgers, Fionn and Meabh McCallion, Cara and Cillian Dunne, and Cillian Ferry, dear mother-in-law to Mickey McCallion, Danny McMonagle and Eddie Mac Farland. Claire will be reposing at her home, 2 Celtic Court, on Wednesday from 12noon to 9:00pm. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, January 23 at 9:20am to St. Columba’s Church, Long Tower 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.
Maura O’Brien (née O’Hagan), 32 Fountain Place, Ballymena (formerly Maghera)
The death has occurred of the late Maura O’Brien (née O’Hagan), January 20 2025, (peacefully at hospital), 32 Fountain Place, Ballymena (formerly Maghera), beloved wife of the late Gerry, much loved mother of Patricia (Lindsay), Gerard, Lorraine and Gemma, and loving sister of Louis, Kevin and the late Joey, Colm, and Tony. Maura’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will publish them here as soon as they become available. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, brothers, son in law Keith, daughter in law Fiona, grandchildren Nicole, Megan, Ciara, Darragh, Rachael and Madison, and great grandchildren Tiernan and Conan. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Family time requested each day please between 9.00pm – 10.00am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Macmillan Cancer Care c/o the family. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.