Derry Death Notices - Saturday, September 5, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

Ann Carlin (née Caldwell),14 Benevenagh Gardens, Derry - It is with regret we announce the passing of Ann Carlin (née Caldwell), September 3 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of the late Liam, loving mother of Julie, Jennifer, Steven, Karen and Christina, devoted nana, dear daughter of the late Gerald and Tilly, cherished sister of George, Paddy, Geraldine and the late Louise. Ann will be reposing at her home, 14 Benevenagh Gardens. Family time please from 10:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. Funeral leaving her home on Monday, September 7 at 9:20 a.m. to St Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

James (Jim) Daly, Rathbrady Road, Limavady - The death has taken place of James (Jim) Daly, September 2 2026, suddenly at his home: Rathbrady Road, Limavady. Beloved son of the late Eileen R.I.P. Dear nephew of the late Charles, John, and Ann R.I.P. A much loved cousin. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Family members are welcome at O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Home. 10 Ballyclose Street on Saturday, September 5 from 2pm to 4pm. Everyone is welcome on Monday evening, September 7 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral from O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral home on Tuesday, September 8 at 10.30am for Requiem mass in St Aiden’s Church Magilligan at 11am followed by interment in adjoining cemetery. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 02877764732. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Norman Irwin BEM, Coleraine - The death has taken place of Norman Irwin BEM, September 2 2026, peacefully at The Cottage Care Home, Coleraine, aged 107 years, late of Killowen House, Coleraine. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, much loved father of David, Elizabeth and the late Margaret and Joy; adored and much loved grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather. Service of Thanksgiving in New Row Presbyterian Church, Coleraine on Saturday, September 19 at 11.30am followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if wished, for Community Rescue Service 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.

William Edward (Eddie) Lavery, 46 Knockwellan Park, Altnagelvin, Derry - The death has taken place of William Edward (Eddie) Lavery, September 4 2026, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family in his 97th year), much loved husband of the late Edith, devoted dad of Raymond, Julie and Paul, loving father-in-law of Dorothy, Jes and Denise, adored granda and great-granda. Service of Thanksgiving for his life in his late home 46, Knockwellan Park, Altnagelvin on Sunday 6th September at 2.00 p.m., followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, (cheques made payable) to W.H. & S.C.T. Altnagelvin Hospital Ward 42 c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Saturday from 2.00 p.m. until 4.00 p.m. and evening from 6.00 p.m. until 8.00 p.m. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. “Peace is yours, memories ours”.

Baby James Woods McCready - It is wtih sadness we announce the passing of baby James Woods McCready, August 29 2026 – September 2 2026, precious son of Jordan and Grace, beautiful grandson of Andrew and Jill, and Sam and Audrey Richmond. Houses strictly private. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Macosquin Presbyterian Church (Englishtown) on Sunday, September 6 at 3.00pm. We kindly ask, if possible, that you consider wearing something other than black. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, for Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” Psalm 139 v 14.