Derry Death Notices - Monday, October 19, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

Isabell Barbour (née Anderson), 10 Iona Park, Derry - It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Isabell Barbour (née Anderson), died in her sleep whilst on holiday in Benidorm, Spain on October 17 2026. Late of 10 Iona Park and formerly of 63 Lecky Rd, Derry. May she rest in peace. Beloved mother of Kevin, Eoghan and Claire. Devoted Granny of Leo and Ella. Precious daughter of the late Dinky and Betty Anderson. A much loved sister of Robert, Helen, Jack, Peter, Noeleen, Christine, Martina, Sharon and the late Sheena. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her nieces, nephews, wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Funeral arrangements later. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h’anam dílis. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Rosemary Bowerman (née McCloskey), 522 Seacoast Road, Magilligan - It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Rosemary Bowerman (née McCloskey), October 16 2026, Peacefully at her home: 522 Seacoast Road, Magilligan. Beloved wife of Edwin. Loving mother of Gabriel, Pauline, Gary, Sarah, Mark, David and the late John and Paul. R.I.P. A much loved grandmother. Daughter of the late Willie and Kathleen McCloskey R.I.P. Dear sister of Marion, Terry and the late Seamus, Kathleen, Jean, Elish, Liam, Tommy, Eugene, Hilda, Tony, and Sean R.I.P. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Private family time from 9pm to 10am please. Funeral from her home: 522 Seacoast Road Magilligan on Monday, October 19 at 10.25am for Requiem Mass in St Aidan’s Church Magilligan at 11am followed by interment in adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Chest, Heart & Stroke 21 Dublin Road, Belfast BT2 7HB. Enquiries to Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 02877764732. Queen of the most holy rosary pray for her.

Michael Deery, 15 Galliagh Park, Derry - It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Deery, peacefully at Longfield Care Home on October 18 2026. Late of 15 Galliagh Park, Derry. May he rest in peace. Beloved father to all of his loving children. A much loved Granda to all his grandchildren. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his sons and daughters-in-law, wider family circle and friends. Michael will be reposing at his son William’s home, 100 Ederowen Park, Galliagh. Funeral leaving from there on Tuesday, October 20at 10.20am for Requiem Mass in St. Joseph’s Church, Galliagh at 11am. Burial will take place afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake house will be private from 10pm until 11am. Michael’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/galliagh. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to “The Staff” of Longfield Care Home c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Frederick Henry (Fred) Derbyshire, Limavady - The death has occurred of Frederick Henry (Fred) Derbyshire (aged 98), October 16 2026, peacefully at Cornfields Care Home, formerly of 15 Plantation View, Limavady. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, dear father of Brian (Tammy) and David (Kerry). Loving granddad to Billie-Rose, Nathan, Macauley and Michael, great-grandad to Arthur & Darby. Friends and family welcome to call at Brown’s Funeral Home on Thursday, October 22 from 6.30pm- 8pm. Funeral leaving Brown’s Funeral Home on Friday, October 23 at 11.00am for graveside service at Enagh Cemetery, Limavady at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired and cheques payable to Northern Ireland Chest, Heart and Stroke, and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Estate, Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Will be lovingly remembered and missed by his entire family circle.

Marie Hunter (née Campbell), 3 Annadale Lane, Limavady - The death has occurred of the late Marie Hunter (née Campbell), October 18, 2026 (former proprietor of Stitch & Sew Limavady), peacefully at her home: 3 Annadale Lane, Limavady, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Morice (Johnny). Loving mother of Paula (Martin), and Bob (Lisa). A much loved grandmother of Kiera, Laura, Sarah, Lucy, and Thomas. Daughter of the late Bob and May Campbell. R.I.P. Dear sister of Patsy and the late Bobby R.I.P. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. House private please, family only. Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Dementia NI NICVA Building, 61 Duncairn Garden, Belfast BT15 2GB https://www.dementiani.org/support-us/donate-today. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 028 77764732. Queen of the most holy rosary pray for her.

Enda McGrogan, 36 Creagh Road, Newbridge - The death has taken place of Enda McGrogan (Newbridge), October 17 2026, loving father of Karen (JC), Colm, Enda (Nicole), the late Brendan (R.I.P.), and their mother Una. Son of the late Jeannie and Ned and dear brother of Katie, Moya, Patsy, the late Sean, and Mary who died in infancy. Funeral from 36 Creagh Road on Tuesday, October 20 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St. Trea Newbridge, via webcam Church of St. Trea, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sons, daughter, their partners, grandchildren and great grandchildren Kim, Tamara, Eanna Og, Paidi, Bonnie and Teddie, sisters, brother, nephew, nieces and extended family circle. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am.