Derry Death Notices - Monday, August 31, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

Maureen Cooke (née Greer), Derry - It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Maureen Cooke (née Greer), August 30 2026, Peacefully at Ardlough Care Home (surrounded by her loving family) much loved wife of the late John, devoted mum of Ian, Gary, Yvonne, Sharon and the late Jeanette, loving mother-in-law of Catherine, John and Donna, an adored granny and great-granny. Service of Thanksgiving in her son Ian’s home 23, Bond Street, Waterside on Wednesday, September 2 at 11.00am followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to Ann’s Care Homes, Ardlough Care Home) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Everyone is welcome to call at Ian’s on Monday from 2.00pm until 9.00pm, Tuesday from 11.00am until 9.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. “To live in the hearts of those we leave behind, is not to die”. “Peace is yours, memories ours”

Jim Devine, Eglinton - It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Jim Devine, August 30 2026, formerly of The Black Braes and Dellwood, Eglinton, beloved husband of Margaret, loving father of Marcella, Martin, Yvonne and Paul, father-in-law of Paul, Catherine, Alan and Annette, a much loved grandfather and great-grandfather and dear brother of Margaret, Kevin, Rosaleen, Jacinta and the late Johnny, Nellie, Brian, Dessie and Pat. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O'Brien and Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, on Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale on Tuesday at 11 o'clock. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Patricia “Pat” Higgins (née McManus), 1 Holmlea Park, Dungiven - We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Patricia “Pat” Higgins (née McManus), peacefully at home on 29th of August 2026. May she rest in peace. Late of 1 Holmlea Park, Dungiven, Co Derry, BT47 4JT and formerly Geevagh, Co Sligo. Beloved wife of Sean and loving mother of Shauna (Daragh), Karen (Davy), Gavin (Maura), Niall (Charmaine) and the late Feargal R.I.P. Devoted grandmother of Oran, Daragh, Dualta, Fearghal, Johnny, Libby, Seamus, Feargal, Cahir, Eoin, James, Annie, Molly, Paddy and great grandmother of Páidi and Nía. Daughter of the late John and Elizabeth R.I.P. and dear sister of Padraic, Gerard, Mai, Attracta, Philomena, Frances and the late Rosaleen, Johnny, Jimmy and Martin R.I.P. Reposing at her late home. Family time 10pm to 11am. Funeral on Tuesday, September 1 2026 leaving her late home at 10.10am for 11am Requiem Mass in Saint Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Marie Curie c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Our Lady pray for her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 / 07840052022.

Ivan (Dodger) Laird, 81 Primity Crescent, Newbuildings - The death has taken place of Ivan (Dodger) Laird, August 30 2026, Peacefully at Waterside Hospital, (surrounded by his loving family, in his 69th year), much loved partner of Sharon, devoted dad of Richie and Kacey, adored grandad of Charlotte, a loving father-in-law of Jenny, dearest brother of Bob, Joan, May, Anne, Lynda, Idena, and Joy, a dear brother-in-law, and uncle. Service of Thanksgiving in his late home, 81 Primity Crescent, Newbuildings, on Tuesday, September 1 at 1.30pm, followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to The Church of Ireland Centre Newbuildings), c/o The Rectory Office, Church Brae, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 2LS. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Monday from 1.00pm until 8.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. ''He died as he lived, everyone's friend''

John Mullan, 41 Ballyrory Road, Claudy - We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of John Mullan peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on August 30 2026, may he rest in peace. Late of 41 Ballyrory Road, Claudy, Co Derry. Beloved husband of the late Rose and loving father of Deirdre (Marty), Sean (Catherine), Dympna (Dermot), Edward (Wendy), Ciaran (Krystle), Colm (Clare) and Roisin (Alfie). Devoted grandfather of Paddy, Megan, Shéa, Hannah, Caiden, Clara, Emerald, Ellie, Cillian, Freya, Erin, Chloe and Cara. Son of the late Edward and Mary RIP and dear brother of the late Gerard and May RIP. Reposing at his late home, Funeral from there on Tuesday, September 1 2026, leaving at 1:15pm for 2pm Requiem Mass in St. Joseph’s Church Craigbane, interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass will be recorded and uploaded onto the following link. https://youtube.com/@mclaughlinfuneraldirectors9616?si=2EDxDbqRQwMOOiRS. Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all his loving family and the entire family circle. Our Lady of Knock pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors 07747046084 or 07840052022.

Vincent McGuigan, Lodge Road, Coleraine - The death has taken place of Vincent McGuigan, August 28 2026, peacefully at Hospital. late of Lodge Road, Coleraine. Dearly loved husband of Emer and much loved father of Nicola (Ralph), Ciara (Nick) and Ryan (Catrina); adored granda of Lauren and Caitlin, and step-granda of Peter. House Strictly Private. Requiem Mass in St. Malachy’s Church, Coleraine on Wednesday, September 2 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if wished, for Marie Curie NI, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.

Jean Peoples, Derry - The death has taken place of Jean Peoples, August 29 2026, peacefully at Meadowbank Care Home, loving sister of the late Sadie, Willie and Kate, and a much loved aunt. Jean will be reposing in her niece's home, 13 St Canice's Park, Eglinton, on Monday from 4 - 10 p.m. Funeral service there on Tuesday at 1 o'clock followed by interment in Altnagelvin Cemetery. The Lord is my Shepherd