Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:-
Trevor Bailie, 21 Parkmore Road, Magherafelt
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Trevor Bailie, May 5 2025, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, dearly beloved husband of the late Margaret, 21 Parkmore Road, Magherafelt, much loved father of David and Simon, loving Granda of Naomi and Christopher and cherished great-granda of Mya. House strictly private. Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Cancer Research NI payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c). Lovingly remembered by the entire family circle. “For God so loved the word, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John Ch 3 v 16
Louise Canning (née McCloskey), 35 Gortnarney Road, Drumsurn
The death has taken place of Louise Canning (née McCloskey) (Drumsurn), May 4 2025, beloved wife of the late Charlie and loving mother of Elaine, Caroline (Doran), Raymond, Fiona (Patton), Catherine (Black) and dear sister of Mary (Morris), Phyllis (Doherty), Peggy (McBride), Eileen (McGuckin deceased), Bridie (McEldowney deceased), Anne (McCullough) and devoted grandmother to Toni, Cara, Padraig, Daire, Niamh, Odhran, Aodhan and Oisin. Funeral from her home, 35 Gortnarney Road, Drumsurn on Wednesday, May 7 2025 for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Matthew’s Church, Drumsurn. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her son, daughters, sons in law, grandchildren, sisters and extended family circle. Donations in lieu of flowers to Meningitis Now Charity.
Henry (Harry) Gilmour, Alexander House, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Henry (Harry) Gilmour, May 6 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, (late of Alexander House), husband of the late Marie, loving father of Paul, Mairead and the late Deborah, dear son of the late Patrick and Bridget, devoted grandfather of Ciara, Kyle, Leah, Brooke, Maisie-Kate, Jake and Darla, great-grandfather of Jessica and Kadie, Harry will be sadly missed by his one and only son-in-law Samuel, brothers and sisters and the wider family circle. Harry will be reposing at his daughter Mairead’s home, 27 Ballymagowan Gardens on Wednesday, May 7 from 3:00pm to 10:00pm and Thursday from 11:00am to 10:00pm. Funeral leaving 27 Ballymagowan Gardens on Friday, May 9 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 his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.
Rosaleen McCloskey (née Doherty), 80 Rosskeen Park, Derry
It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Rosaleen McCloskey (née Doherty), peacefully at home on May 5 2025. Late of 80 Rosskeen Park and formerly of 10 Malin Gardens. May she rest in peace. Beloved mother of Joseph, Lisa, Nicola and the late Stephen and Lorraine. A much loved mother-in-law of Sinead. Loving granny and great-granny to all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rosaleen’s remains will be reposing at her late home, 80 Rosskeen Park. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday, May 8 at 10:20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Rosaleen’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. St. Lucia Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Fatima Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.
Mary Jane O'Neill, 17 Beechland Park, Clady, Portglenone (Updated Funeral Arrangements)
Updated funeral arrangements for the late Mary Jane O'Neill, May 3 2025, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family), 17 Beechland Park, Clady, Portglenone, beloved wife of the late John James and much loved sister of Anthony, Seamus, Dennis, Martin, Rosaleen, Susan, Peggy and the late Charlie, Henry, Eugene and Dolores. Mary Jane’s wake will officially begin at her late residence on Wednesday, May 7 at 11.00am. Her remains will leave from there on Thursday, May 8 at 11.45am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.
Joseph Patrick Ryan, 22 Cloneen Drive, Moneymore
The death has taken place of the late Joseph Patrick Ryan, May 5 2025, beloved husband of Sara, son of the late Joseph and Phylis Ryan and brother of Eithna and the late Robert and baby Lorraine who died in infancy, son in law of Joe and the late Clare McQuillan. Funeral from McCusker Bros Funeral Home, 10a Garden Street Magherafelt on Friday, May 9 at 2.15pm for 3.00pm Requiem Mass in Church of St Patrick Glen, cremation to follow at a later date. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his wife, sister, father in law, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and extended family circle. Family flowers only, donation in lieu if so desired to Marie Curie Donate | Marie Curie. House Strictly Private. Viewing in McCusker Bros Funeral Home, 10a Garden Street, Magherafelt on Thursday, May 8 from 6.00pm to 8.00pm.
Eileen Walls (née McDowell), Newbridge
The death has occurred of the late Eileen Walls (née McDowell) (Newbridge), May 3 2025, formerly 6 Moyola View Creagh, wife of the late Tom and loving mother of Joseph, Deirdre, Pat, Moira, Tom and the late infant Sean, mother in law to Gerry, Tommy, Brenda, Caroline and the late John, dear sister of the late Bridie, Mary, Rory, John and Mick. Requiem Mass in Church of St. Trea Newbridge on Wednesday at 2.00pm, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Our Lady of Knock pray for her. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sons in law, daughters in law and the entire family circle. Family flowers only.