Derry Death Notices - Sunday, December 1, 2024

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Michael Joseph Connor, 39 Drumahoe Road, Derry

• Margaret Henrietta Davis (née Tomkins), Derry

• Deirdre Doherty, 18 Templeard, Culmore, Derry

• Ryan Doherty, Beraghvale Close, Derry

• Margaret Jean Kells, 31 Rockview Park, Moneymore

• Samuel John Kennedy (Sam) Hyndman, 12 Curragh Road, Maghera

• Robert John Leslie Irwin, 2 Branson Park, Limavady

• Edward (Eddie) Thompson, 360 Clooney Road, Ballykelly

• James Whitsitt, Limavady

Michael Joseph Connor, 39 Drumahoe Road, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Michael Joseph Connor, November 29 2024, peacefully at his home, 39 Drumahoe Road, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Eileen. Loving father of Gemma, Sean, Caroline, Karen and Elaine. Father-in-law of Kevin, Siobhan, Nigel, Stephen and Bhavash. A much loved Papa of Connor, Aimee, Emily, Joseph, Benjamin, Jane, Matthew, Daniel, Evie, Tom, John, Jack and Dan, and his great grandson Charlie. Dear brother of Brigid and the late Celine, Jane, Francie, Willie, Malachy, and Felix.bDeeply regretted by all the family circle. Michael's wake will take place in his home on Sinday from 1.00pm to 10.00pm. Funeral from his home on Monday, December 2 at 11.30am for Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Ardmore at 12noon followed by interment in Mullabouy Cemetery, Slaughtmanus Road. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to: Marie Curie. City friends of Marie Curie, 20 Dunhugh Park, Victoria Road, Derry BT47 2NL Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady funeral directors. Telephone 028 77764732. Queen of the most Holy Rosary pray for him.

Margaret Henrietta Davis (née Tomkins), Derry

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Margaret Henrietta Davis (née Tomkins), November 30 2024, Peacefully at Daleview Care Home, formerly of 26 Laurel Park, Kilfennan and late of Clonevin, Co Wexford, dearly beloved wife of the late William ( Billy) much loved mother of Stephen and Timothy, loving mother-in-law of Mary, adored nana of Peter, Isaiah and Elizabeth, loving sister of Ruth Sutton, and the late John Tomkins, Grace Allen and Hannah McVicker. Funeral leaving D & R Hay & Sons Funeral Home, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Friday, December 6, at 1.30pm followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery, Memorial Service will take place immediately after the committal Service in Faughan Reformed Presbyterian Church at 3.00pm. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to R. P. Mission Committee or Daleview Comfort Fund, c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director (above address). Family Home Private. Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home on Monday from 11.00am until 2.00pm; Wednesday, December 4 from 6.00pm until 8.00pm; and Friday morning from 10.30am. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain Philippians (Chapter 1 verse 21)

Deirdre Doherty, 18 Templeard, Culmore, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Deirdre Doherty, November 29 2024, (formerly of 18 Templeard, Culmore), beloved daughter of Patricia and the late Brian, loving sister of Philip, Shaun, Siobhan and Brian, dear sister-in-law to Jacqueline, Catriona, Mary and the late Tom and a cherished aunt and great-aunt to all her nieces, nephews and grand-nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle. Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers to either Northlands Addiction Treatment Centre, Shepherds Way Complex, Derry, BT47 5GW or Derry Alcoholics Anonymous, 12A Queen Street, Derry, BT48 7EG. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for her.

Ryan Doherty, Beraghvale Close, Derry

The Death has taken place of Ryan Doherty, late of Beraghvale Close, Derry, beloved son of Brian Doherty and Geraldine O’Neill (née McKeever) and stepson of the late John O’Neill. Much loved brother of Raymond (Laura) and Lynsey (Ryan). Darling daddy of Ryan and Rebecka, adored grandson of Molly McKeever and much loved uncle of Rachael. Ryan will be sadly missed by all his aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends. Deep are the memories, Precious they stay; No passing of time, Will take them away. Ryan will be reposing at his mother’s Geraldine's residence Boyagh, Porthall, Lifford, Donegal, F93 KPK2 from 12.00pm to 9.00pm on Sunday, December 1 and on Monday, December 2 from 12noon to 9.00pm. Morning of the funeral private please to family. Funeral leaving Boyagh, Porthall on Tuesday morning at 9.00am going to St Mary’s Church, Creggan, Derry for 10.00am Requiem Mass with burial afterwards in the Derry City Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan

Margaret Jean Kells, 31 Rockview Park, Moneymore

The death has occurred of the late Margaret Jean Kells, November 29 2024, (peacefully) at Brooklands Nursing Home, Magherafelt, (aged 100 years), formerly of 31 Rockview Park, Moneymore, beloved Sister of the late Jim, Miller, Maud, Sadie, May, Nina, Rosaleen, Andy, Ralph, Bertie and Nora and a much loved Aunt.bAll welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Sunday, December 1 from 4:00pm - 5:30pm.bA Service of Thanksgiving for Jean's Life will take place in First Moneymore Presbyterian Church on Monday, December 2 at 2:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered by all her Nephews and Nieces and their Families. "The day Thou gavest, Lord is ended"

Samuel John Kennedy (Sam) Hyndman, 12 Curragh Road, Maghera

The death has taken place of the late Samuel John Kennedy (Sam) Hyndman, November 30 2024, (suddenly), dearly loved Husband of Moyra, 12 Curragh Road, Maghera, much loved Daddy of Arlene, Stephen and Lorraine, a dear Father-in-Law of Colin and devoted Granda of Megan and Cameron. All welcome at the Family home between 2:00pm and 9:00pm. Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Forever loved and sadly missed by his loving Wife, Family and Family Circle. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith" 2 Tim 4 v 7

Robert John Leslie Irwin, 2 Branson Park, Limavady

The death has taken place of the late Robert John Leslie Irwin, November 29 2024, at Altnagelvin Hospital, Latterly of 2 Branson Park, Limavady. Devoted brother of Hilary. Service of thanksgiving for his life on Tuesday, December 3 at 2.00pm in 2nd Limavady Presbyterian Church.bNo flowers by request please. Donations in lieu if desired to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE. Lovingly remembered by his sister, family and family circle. "Treasured Memories".

Edward (Eddie) Thompson, 360 Clooney Road, Ballykelly

The death has occurred of the late Edward (Eddie) Thompson, November 29 2024, peacefully at home, beloved husband of Donna, 360 Clooney Road, Ballykelly, loving father of Naomi, Natalie, Laura, Sarah, Emma and the late Amy and Nicole, a much loved father-in-law and grandfather, son of the late John and Emma (Walworth) and dear brother of Joan and the late Jim, Harry, Florie, Isa, Dorothy, Ethel, Jackie and Tommy. His remains will be reposing in his home. Funeral from there on Monday at 1.30pm for service in Tamlaghtfinlagan Parish Church, Ballykelly at 2.00pm. Interment afterwards in the adjoining churchyard. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Marie Curie C/o Mrs Joan Doherty, 20 Dunhugh Park, Victoria Road, BT47 2NB. The Lord is my shepherd.

James Whitsitt, Limavady

The death has occurred of the late James Whitsitt, November 27 2024, peacefully at Edenvale Care Centre, Limavady, beloved husband of the late Kathleen, formerly of Saintfield, Co. Down, loving son of the late Reginald and Christine Whitsitt, dear brother of the late Eleanor and Katherine, brother-in-law of the late Thompson Campbell, a much loved uncle of David and Helena Trafford and great-uncle of Adam.bCremation will take place in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium, 51 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey, on Wednesday, December 4 at 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Edenvale Care Centre, Limavady (cheques made payable to Ann’s Care Homes Edenvale Social Fund.) The Lord is my shepherd.