Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, September 29, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

Bridget (Bridie) Gillespie (née Downey), 11 Glengalliagh Park, Derry - It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Bridget (Bridie) Gillespie (née Downey), peacefully at Edenballymore Lodge Care Home on September 28 2026. Late of 11 Glengalliagh Park. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of the late Bobby. Devoted mother of Stephen, Fiona, Robert, Charles, Audrey, Bridgeen and the late Sinead. Dearest mother-in-law of Tracey, Paul, Ginette, Agnieszka, Chris, Gary and Ian. A much loved Granny to all of her loving grandchildren. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Bridie will be reposing at her late home, 11 Glengalliagh Park from 1pm today, (Tuesday, September 29). Funeral leaving from there on Thursday, October 1 at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in St. Brigid’s Church, Carnhill . Burial will take place afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake house will be private from 10pm in the evening until 12 noon. Bridie’s Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the St. Brigid’s Church, Carnhill webcam. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to Alzheimer’s N.I c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. Our Lady Of Lourdes Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823

Eugene Glass, Rosebrook Cottage, 6 Ballynarrig Road, Limavady - The death has taken place of Eugene Glass, September 28 2026, Suddenly at his home: Rosebrook Cottage, 6 Ballynarrig Road, Limavady, BT49 9LP. Beloved husband of Anne. Loving father of Chrissie (Alan), Aoife (Louise) and Éadaoin. Devoted grandfather of Eoghan, Fiadh, Annie and the late baby twins Cillian and Conor R.I.P. Dear son of the late Hugh and Ita R.I.P. Much loved brother of Christopher, Mary, Cathal, Kieran, Una and the late Martin R.I.P. Deeply regretted by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and wider family circle. Funeral arrangements will be updated when they become available. House private please until the wake details are confirmed. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady funeral directors. Telephone 028 77764732. Saint Padre Pio pay for him. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Doreen Elizabeth Gordon, Limavady - The death has occurred of the late Doreen Elizabeth Gordon, Passed away peacefully at her own home surrounded by her loving family on September 28 2026. Much loved wife of the Bob, Loving and devoted mother of Maxine, Bobby, Samantha, Claire, Tracy, Jenny, Emma and Tiernan. Also a dear Grandmother of 23 Grandchildren and Great Grandmother of 26. House and funeral strictly private (Family only). Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Foyle Hospice and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle.

Gerry Phelan, 287 Carnhill, Derry - The death has taken place of Gerry Phelan, September 27 2026, beloved husband of Kathleen, loving father of Joanne, Darren, Natalie, Connor and the late Garreth, father-in-law of Brendan, Michelle, Aaron and Emma, devoted grandfather of Aimee, Bronagh, Darragh, Micha, Layla and Evie and dear brother of Jim, Richard, John, Karen, Rhona, Patricia and the late Christopher. Gerry will be reposing in his home, 287 Carnhill, on Tuesday from 12 - 10 pm. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 9.30 am for 10 o'clock Requiem Mass in St Brigid's Church, Carnhill. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Thomas (Tom) Quinn, 16 Moneymore Road Magherafelt - It is with regret we announce the passing of Thomas (Tom) Quinn (Magherafelt), September 28 2026, late of 16 Moneymore Road, beloved son of the late Phil and Frank and dear brother of Mary (Furey) and the late Michael. R.I.P. Tom will repose at his home today (Tuesday) from 1.00pm until 10.00pm. Removal on Wednesday from his home at 5.40pm to the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption arriving at 6.00pm Requiem Mass on Thursday at 11.00am. Interment afterwards in St. John's Cemetery, Milltown. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sister, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, family circle and friends. Tom's Requiem Mass can be viewed on the parish webcam.

Dr Bernard Sheils, Derry - The deah has occurred of Dr Bernard Sheils, September 22 2026, passed away peacefully with family by his side, in the care of wonderful staff at Edenballymore Lodge. Beloved husband of Brídín and loving father of Áine, Eoghan, Deirdre and Sinéad. Sorely missed by his family, extended family, and friends. Requiem Mass will take place on Tuesday at 10.00am in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Private cremation will take place later. No flowers please. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

William Henry James Todd, 36 Coolshinney Road, Magherafelt - The death has taken place of William Henry James Todd, September 27 2026, (peacefully) at his home, 36 Coolshinney Road, Magherafelt, in the loving care of his family, William Henry James (Junior), dearly beloved husband of Sadie, much loved and devoted father of Warren and Julie, dear father-in-law of Irene and Trevor, loving granda of James, Jill, Sebastian and Georgia and dearest brother of Edith, Sidney and the late David. House strictly private. A service of thanksgiving for Henry’s (Junior’s) life will take place in First Magherafelt Presbyterian Church on Wednesday (Sept 30) at 2:00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for The Northern Ireland Hospice and Marie Curie payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Will always be loved and remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “The day thou gavest Lord is ended”

Desmond Whitters, London - The death has occurred of the late Desmond Whitters, son of Helen and Des (deceased) and brother of Paul (deceased), Aidan and Emma, passed away at his home in London on September 13 2026. HIs loss is deeply felt by his mother, siblings, niece, nephews and wider family. Though we need to weep your loss, You dwell in that safe place in our hearts, Where no storm or night or pain can reach you. (John O'Donohue)

Gemma Wright (née Roberts), 12 Collon Lane, Derry - It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Gemma Wright (née Roberts), September 27 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of the late David, loving mother of David, Stephen, Margaret, James and Catherine and dear sister of Paul, Jimmy, Martin and the late Eithne, Sheila, Barlo, Georgie, Tony and Willie. Gemma will be reposing in her home, 12 Collon Lane. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 10.30 am for 11 o'clock Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's Church, Galliagh. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.