Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, September 2, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

Robert Hamilton Cunningham, Derry - The death has taken place of Robert James Cunningham, September 1 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved Husband of Christine, loving Father of Alistair, David, Christopher and Robert, also a devoted Grandfather. A private cremation will take place, all enquiries to Adair and Neely Funeral Directors 84 Duke Street 02871311321.

Edwin (Ted) Fry, 9 Torrens Avenue, Derry - The death has occurred of the late Edwin (Ted) Fry, August 31 2026, after an illness bravely borne. Dearly beloved husband of Helena. Devoted father of Belinda, Gary and Daniel. Father-in-law of Gernnaro, Klaudia. Loving Grandfather Mia, Serena and Samuel. Funeral service in his late home, 9 Torrens Avenue on Thursday, September 3 at 2pm followed by a private cremation. All enquiries to Adair & Neely Funeral Directors, 84 Duke Street BT47 6DQ Tel No. 028 71311321. Will be very sadly missed by his family circle and friend. In Life he lived for those he loved and those he loved remembered.

Margaret McClements, 18 Strathard Close, Coleraine - It is wtih deep regret we announce the passing of Margaret McClements, August 29 2026. at her home, 18 Strathard Close, Coleraine, dearly loved mother of Timothy (Lisa), Daniel (Sam) and David (Louise), devoted granny of Jordan, Jessica, Jack, Ethan and Summer and dear sister of Maureen, Lorna, Isobel and David. Service in her son’s home, 100 Drumcroon Road, Coleraine BT51 4ER on Friday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. All friends and visitors welcome at her sons home 100 Drumcroon Road, Coleraine on Thursday from 12.00 noon to 7.00pm. Family flowers only, please, donations in lieu if desired for Benvarden Animal Rescue and Kennels (BARK) c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31, Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle.

Mark Oakley, 147 Rosses Gate, Derry - The death has taken place of Mark Oakley, August 30 2026, suddenly at Altnagelvin Hospital, loving father of Teddy, beloved son of Serina, cherished brother of Andy, Cleona, Ben and Amber, dear brother-in-law to Poppy, devoted uncle of Rueban, Leo, Caidan and Phoebe. Loved and will be sadly missed by his wider family circle, his loving friends Niamh, David and Ryan, his uncle Norman and all his aunts, uncles and cousins. Mark will be reposing at his home, 147 Rosses Gate on Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m. Funeral leaving his home on Friday, September 4 at 9:20 a.m. to St. Columb’s Church, Chapel Road for Requiem Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.

Thomas James (Jim) Pollock, Edenbane Road, Kilrea - The death has occurred of the late Thomas James (Jim) Pollock, August 31 2026, (peacefully) at Causeway Hospital, Edenbane Road, Kilrea, dearly beloved husband of Edna, much loved father of James, Janine and Alan, dear father-in-law of Sharon and Alan, much loved grandfather of Oliver, William, George, Matilda and Alana, Ewan and Jana and dear brother of Nan, Elizabeth, Winston and Samuel. House and Funeral private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired to Parkinsons Support NI c/o James McMullan and Son, 18 Church Street, Kilrea, BT51 5QU or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Sadly missed by his sorrowing family and entire family circle.

John William Riddell, 3 Hazelgrove, Tobermore - It is with deep regret we announce the passing of John William Riddell,August 30 2026, peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by his loving Family, 3 Hazelgrove, Tobermore BT45 5PS, devoted Father of Julie, Jonathan and the late Janet, loving Father-in-Law of George, cherished Grandad of Laura, Ryan, Charley, Rebecca, Jude and the late Jamie, a devoted Great Grandad and dearest Brother of Frances, Noel, Samuel and Alan. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Wednesday, September 2 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Funeral will take place from his home on Thursday, September 3 at 1:20pm, to St. John's Parish Church, Moneymore for a Service of Thanksgiving for John's Life at 2:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Charis, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Will be sadly missed by his loving Family and Friends. “Too good in life to be forgotten in death”.

Jean Pumphrey (née Phillips), Bell's Hill, Limavady - The death has taken place of Jean Pumphrey (née Phillips), August 30 2026, died peacefully at home in Bell's Hill, Limavady, beloved wife of the late Les, mother of Rachel, Janey and Roslyn, and grandmother of Emily, Robbie, David, Caitlin and Sam. House and funeral strictly private please. No flowers please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE.