Derry Death Notices - Sunday, November 8, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

John Kelly, 7 Westway, Derry - The death has occurred of John Kelly, November 7 2026, peacefully at his home, 7 Westway, (former Chair of The Bloody Sunday Campaign, Honorary Chair of The Bloody Sunday Trust, formerly of 76 Beechwood Avenue), beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of John, Michael, Emmett, Mark, Niall and Martin, devoted grandfather to Sean, Ruari, Mollie, Luke, Aedan, Nathan, Ava, Thomas and Eve, dear father-in-law of Deirdre, Adelle, Caitlin and Sinead, darling son of the late John and Kathleen, brother of Via, Ka, Philomena, Peggy, Martin, Christine and the late Jean, JoJo, Marian, Terry and Michael. John will be reposing at his home. Family time please from 9:00pm to 11:00am. Funeral leaving his home on Monday, November 9 at 9:20am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if wished, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE or City Friends of Marie Curie, 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh, BT78 5EJ. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on him soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.

Kathleen McElwee (née Hasson), Feeny - It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Kathleen McElwee (née Hasson) (Feeny), November 6 2026. Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital. Beloved wife of the late David and loving mother of Majella (Eric), Fiona (John), Michael (Rachel) and the late David. Sister of the late Bridie, Mickey, Billy and Margaret R.I.P. A much loved granny of Sinead (Lenny), Sam, Declan, Cian (Taya), Neelagh, Caragh and Eibha. Funeral arrangements later.bDeeply regretted by her loving daughters, son, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and wide family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Family flowers only please and donations in lieu if desired to Foyle Search and Rescue c/o Patrick McGrellis & Son Funeral Directors 07858185599.