The following deaths have occurred:-
• Clare Begley (née Ryan), 28 Briar Hill, Greysteel
• Valerie Crichton BEM (née Curry),10 Bann Drive, Lisnagelvin, Derry
• Judy Dickinson (née McNicholl), Perth (formerly of Faughanvale)
• Thomas (Tommy) Evans,24a Broagh Road, Castledawson
• Nuala Farrell (née Murray/Jahn), Meath (formerly Drumahoe)
• Rosaleen Hargan,31 Milltown Crescent, Derry
• Declan Seamus (Decky) Kennedy, Coleraine
• John Joe McGilloway, 40 Mimosa Court,Derry
• Phyllis McKergan (née Ferson), 17 Seafield Park, Portstewart
• Georgina Grierson Winifred (Winnie) Nixon (née Simpson), 7 Somme Park, Altnagelvin, Derry
• Desmond Harold (Dessie) Thompson, 122 Lincoln Courts, Waterside, Derry
• Patrick (Paddy) Tyre, 4 Melmore Gardens, Derry
Clare Begley (née Ryan), 28 Briar Hill, Greysteel
The death has occurred of the late Clare Begley (née Ryan),7th July 2024, beloved wife of Kevin, 28 Briar Hill, Greysteel, loving mother of Ryan and Aidan, mother-in-law ofAdina, dear sister of Anne and the late Reggie and Dermot, a much loved aunt and devoted friend of Lucy and Joe.Clare’s remains will be reposing in her home on Wednesday from 12noon - 8.00pm. Funeral from there on Thursday at 12.15pm for 1o’clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City cemetery.Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Rainbow Rehoming Centre, Ballygudden Road, Eglinton, Co Derry, BT47 3AF.Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her. St Michael intercede for her.
Valerie Crichton BEM (née Curry),10 Bann Drive, Lisnagelvin, Derry
The death has taken place of the lateValerie Crichton BEM (née Curry),July 9th 2024, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, dearly loved wife of John, loving mother of Rhonda, dear mother-in-law of Geoffrey, much loved grandmother of Jonathan, Ryan and his wife Nicole and great-mother of baby Beth, dear sister of Ernie, Raymond and Alicia and the late Minnie, Elsie, Rita and Davy.Funeral leaving her late home, 10 Bann Drive, Lisnagelvin, on Saturday, 13th July at 1.00pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life in Upper Cumber Presbyterian Church at 1.30pm burial afterwards in Upper Cumber Cemetery.Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to W.H & S.C.T Altnagelvin Hospital Renal Unit) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director 24A.Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ.Family time please from 9.00pm until 11.00am.Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle.Nearer my God to Thee
Judy Dickinson (née McNicholl), Perth (formerly of Faughanvale)
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Judy Dickinson (née McNicholl),8th July 2024, in Perth, W. Australia (formerly of Faughanvale), beloved wife of Bob, loving mother of Siobhan and Christopher, mother-in-law of Dave, devoted grandmother of Saoirse, daughter of the late Michael and Kathleen McNicholl and dear sister of Patrick, Helen, Hugh, Betty, Michael and Mary.Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.
Thomas (Tommy) Evans,24a Broagh Road, Castledawson
The death has taken place of the late Thomas (Tommy)Evans,July 9, 2024, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, 24a Broagh Road, Castledawson, much loved and devoted father of Alexandria, June and Georgina, loving grandfather of Nathan, Natasha, Leanna, Lauren, Bethany, Kareena, William, Lucinda, Jodie, Jade, Clayton, Lealand, cherished great-grandfather of Alexis-Mai, Katie, Penelope and Hunter and dearest brother of the late Caroline. Family and friends welcome at his home. Funeral arrangements later. Lovingly remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd” Psalm 23 v 1
Nuala Farrell (née Murray/Jahn), Meath (formerly Drumahoe)
The death has taken place of the late Nuala Farrell (née Murray/Jahn), Pinebrook, Trim, Co. Meath and formerly Luton, England and Drumahoe, Co. Derry, 8th July 2024. Predeceased by her husbands Waldermar and Joe, her daughter Caroline, brothers Hugo and Patrick.Deeply regretted by her son Richard, grandson Kerry, god-son Martin, god-daughter Bernadette, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.May Nuala Rest in Eternal Peace.Reposing at Heffernans Funeral Home, High Street, Trim, C15 HDT1 on Wednesday, 10th July from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Removal on Thursday morning to St. Mary’s Church, Ardmore, Co. Derry for Funeral Mass at 12noon, which can be viewed on http://www.ardmoreparish.com/webcam.html followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.House Private please.
Rosaleen Hargan,31 Milltown Crescent, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Rosaleen Hargan,8th July 2024 peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, beloved daughter of the late Tommy and Bridie, 31 Milltown Crescent, loving sister of Gerry, Ann, Sean, Eileen, Doreen and the late Patsy and a much loved aunt and great aunt.Rosaleen’s remains will be reposing in her home. Funeral from there on Thursday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ardmore. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
Declan Seamus (Decky) Kennedy, Coleraine
The death has taken place of the late Declan Seamus (Decky) Kennedy, 6th July 2024 (suddenly), much loved son of Rhonda and Eddie, beloved brother of the late Dean, much loved grandson of Maureen and the late Seamus, Charles and Christine and a dear nephew and Cousin. Funeral from his grandmother’s home, 3 Alderbrook Gardens, Coleraine on Wednesday at 9.15am for 10.00am Mass in St Johns Church followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.Deeply regretted by his loving family and friends.Sacred Heart Of Jesus Have Mercy On His Soul.
John Joe McGilloway, 40 Mimosa Court,Derry
The death has occurred of the late John Joe McGilloway,8th July 2024, beloved husband of the late Pauline, 40 Mimosa Court, loving father of Kellie, Orlaigh, Sarah, John and Barry, father-in-law of Dawn, Marty and Philip, devoted grandfather of Jack, Caoimhin, Calvin, Alfie, Zara, Ella and Shea and dear brother of Kitty, Mary, Donna, Joanne and Charlie.His remains will be reposing in his sister-in-law's home, 30 Tammeymore Park. Funeral from there on Thursday at 10.30am for 11o'clock Requiem Mass in The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Trench Road. Interment afterwards in St Mary's Cemetery, Ardmore. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am.Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.
Phyllis McKergan (née Ferson), 17 Seafield Park, Portstewart
The death has occurred of the late Phyllis McKergan (née Ferson), 9th July 2024, (peacefully) at hospital, 17 Seafield Park, Portstewart, dearly beloved wife of the late Robert, much loved mother of David, mother-in-law of Diane, devoted grandmother of Ben and Calum and a beloved sister and aunt. Service in Portstewart Presbyterian Church on Thursday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for The Dogs Trust c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle.
Georgina Grierson Winifred (Winnie) Nixon (née Simpson), 7 Somme Park, Altnagelvin, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Georgina Grierson Winifred (Winnie) Nixon (née Simpson), July 8th 2024, Peacefully at Foyle Hospice (surrounded by her loving family in her 93rd year, formerly of 7 Somme Park, Altnagelvin) much loved wife of the late Sammie, devoted mum of Cheryl, Lindley and the late Robert, loving mother-in-law of Bertie and Shiobhan, adored granny of Rachel, Naomi, Claire, Tasha and the late Gemma and Jade, great-granny of Callum and the late Ronan and a dearly loved sister of Fred.Service of Thanksgiving in her son Lindley’s home, 174 Canterbury Park, Kilfennan on Thursday, 11th July at 2.00pm followed by burial Altnagelvin Cemetery.Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Travelling Light Foundation a charity in memory of Winnie’s great-grandson Ronan c/o Mrs. Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry.“House Private“ family and close friends are welcome to call.Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle."What a friend we have in Jesus"
Desmond Harold (Dessie) Thompson, 122 Lincoln Courts, Waterside, Derry
The death has taken place of the late Desmond Harold (Dessie) Thompson, July 9th 2024, Suddenly at his home, 122 Lincoln Courts, Waterside, much loved dad of Jonathon and Thomas, loving father-in-law of Alison, adored granda of Ollie, precious brother of Rosemary, Anne, Alan, Avril and Valerie. Funeral Arrangement later (All enquires to D. & Hay & Sons, Funeral Directors). Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Chest, Heart & Stroke c/o Mrs. Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by his entire family circle. “The Lord’s my Shepherd“
Patrick (Paddy) Tyre, 4 Melmore Gardens, Derry
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Patrick (Paddy) Tyre, suddenly at Altnagelvin Hospital on 8th July 2024. Late of 4 Melmore Gardens. May he rest in peace.Beloved husband of Evelyn. Devoted father of Séan, Eamon, Colin, Rósin, Emmet and Aóife. A much loved father-in-law of Kathy, Amanda, Kieran, Denise and Eóin. Loving granda of Ethan, Kirstie, Jane, Brendan, Abaigh, Lennon, Eamonn, Ellen, Ronan, Caóimhin, Dara, Zara, Tiernan and Aódhan. Precious great-granda of Daíthi, Cónan and Córa. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his brothers and sisters, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.Paddy’s remains will be reposing at his late family home, 4 Melmore Gardens. Funeral leaving from from there on Thursday, 11th July at 9:20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Mary's Church, Creggan. Burial will take place afterwards in the City Cemetery.Wake house will be private from 10..00pm until 10.00am.Paddy’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link:https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan.Our Lady Of Knock Intercede For Him. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.
