Derry Death Notices - Thursday, January 2, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Joseph (Joe) Convery, 146 Fivemilestraight, Maghera

• Joe Dempsey, 37 Drumeil Road, Aghadowey

• Gladys Fulton (née Pepper), 117 Leckagh Drive, Magherafelt

• Eily Gallagher (née McCormick), 51 Faughan Crescent, Derry

• John Glass, 5 Brackaghreilly Road, Maghera

• Kathleen Henry (née Murray), 61 Moyagoney Road, Portglenone

• Ann McAlister (née Kelly), 66 Ardnamoyle Park, Shantallow, Derry

• Tia McGuinness, 88 Inishcarn Road, Derry

• Daniel (Danny) McNeill, Derry

• Anna O’Kane (Dan) (née McGilligan), 31 Corrick Road, Dungiven

• Óisín Quinn, 49 Belraugh Road, Ballerin

• Violet Reid (née Brown), 4 Hillview Terrace, Castledawson

• Patrick (Shacks) Sharkey, St. John’s Park, Derry

• Alan Stewart Thompson, 144 Kingslane, Ballykelly

• Jacqueline Tracey (née Logue), 8 Walworth Park, Ballykelly

Joseph (Joe) Convery, 146 Fivemilestraight, Maghera

The death has taken place of the late Joseph (Joe) Convery (Maghera), January 1 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Much loved husband of Annie. Loving father of Patrick (PC), Margaret Lynch, Joanna, Roisin and Martina Henry. Much loved grandfather of Carleen, Ciara, Ryan, Tara, Erin, Adam and Jonathan. Son of the late Paddy and Rosie and brother of Kate Doherty, Danny, Thomas and the late Pat, Rosella Crilly, Helen Clarke, Anthony, Sean and Infant James. House private from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral from his home, 146 Fivemilestraight, BT46 5JP on Friday, January 3 at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick's Church, Glen. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed via www.mcn.live/Camera/st-patricks-church-maghera. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughters, grandchildren, brothers, sister, sons-in-law Paul and Mark, daughter-in-law Deirdre, nephews, nieces and wider family circle.

Joe Dempsey, 37 Drumeil Road, Aghadowey

The death has occurred of the late Joe Dempsey (Aghadowey), Peacefully surrounded by his family in his 101st year, beloved husband of the late Brigid (née Cassidy) and dear mother of John Charles, Gerry, Paul and the late Francis and Paddy and a much loved Granda and great Granda. Funeral from his home, 37 Drumeil Road on Friday at 10.45am for 11.30am Requiem Mass in The Church of the Assumption, Cullycapple Rd, Aghadowey. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. St Bridget pray for him.bDeeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters in law Geraldine, Angie and Margaret, brother Eddie, grandchildren, great grandchildren and entire family circle.bHouse strictly private. Close family and friends are welcome to call.bFamily flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to St Vincent de Paul, c/o Dempsey Funeral Directors, 11 Coleraine St, Kilrea. 02829540226.

Gladys Fulton (née Pepper), 117 Leckagh Drive, Magherafelt

The death has taken place of the late Gladys Fulton (née Pepper), December 31 2024, (peacefully) at Magherafelt Manor Care Home, formerly of 117 Leckagh Drive, Magherafelt, dearly loved and devoted mother Pamela, Samantha and Caroline, dear mother-in-law of Mark and Andy, loving granny of Josh, Ellie, Holly, Adam and Emily and dearest sister of Tommy, Vena, Elizabeth, Eileen and the late Sam, Albert, Margaret, Sadie and Rosemary. House strictly private. Family and friends welcome in Garvin’s Funeral Home, 15 Ballyronan Road, BT45 6BP on Friday Evening (Jan 3) from 7:00pm – 8:00pm. Funeral service in First Magherafelt Presbyterian Church Saturday (January 4) at 1:00pm followed by burial in Christ Church Parish Churchyard, Castledawson. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Alzheimer's Research NI payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c). Always loved and remembered by her family and the entire family circle. “Absent from the body, present with the Lord” 2 Corinthians 5 v 8

Eily Gallagher (née McCormick), 51 Faughan Crescent, Derry

the death has taken place of the late Eily Gallagher (née McCormick), January 1 2025, peacefully in her 91st year, beloved wife of the late Jim, 51 Faughan Crescent, loving mother of Danny, Geralyn and Marina, mother-in-law of Eddie, devoted grandmother of Laura, Ben, Emma and Shannon, great-grandmother of Aliyagh, Jordan, Shayne, Corah and Hallie and a much loved sister and aunt. Her remains will be reposing in her home. Funeral from there on Friday at 12.30pm for 1o’clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ardmore. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family time please from 11.00pm to 10.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to St Vincent de Paul C/o W J O’Brien & Son Funeral Directors, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU or the Parish Office. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

John Glass, 5 Brackaghreilly Road, Maghera

The death has taken place of the late John Glass (Brackagh), January 1 2025, beloved husband of Anne (nee Kerr) and dear father of Mary (Thomas), Elizabeth (late Dermot), Joseph (Carmel), Frances, Susanne (Noel) and James (Ciara), son of the late James and Elizabeth and dear brother of Madge (McKeever), Margaret (Doherty) and the late Martha McElhinney, Mary Jane and Matt. Funeral from his home, 5 Brackaghreilly Road on  Saturday, January 4 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St Patrick Glen, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren, sisters, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. Family flowers only. Family time please from 11.00pm to 11.00am.

Kathleen Henry (née Murray), 61 Moyagoney Road, Portglenone

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Kathleen Henry (née Murray), (suddenly but peacefully), 61 Moyagoney Road, Portglenone, beloved wife of Patrick (Paddy), much loved mother of Julia and loving sister of Veronica (O’Neill), James and the late Patricia (Davidson), Elizabeth (Dixon), Brigid (Lynn) and Susan (Loughran). Kathleen’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental services Tel: 028 2563 1406.

Ann McAlister (née Kelly), 66 Ardnamoyle Park, Shantallow, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Ann McAlister (née Kelly), January 1 2025, peacefully at her home, beloved wife of Jack, 66 Ardnamoyle Park, Shantallow, loving mother of Ciara (McElhinney), Ann (Kennedy), John, Paul, Martin and Maureen (Fitzmaurice), mother-in-law of Robert, Annika, Sineád, Kris and Terri, devoted grandmother of Jane, Emma, Carter, Kate, Albert, Fiona, Jack, Martin, Shay and Freya, daughter of the late Martin and Maureen Kelly and dear sister of Margaret (McNeill), Desmond and the late Maura (Gallagher). Her remains will be reposing in her home. Funeral from there on Friday at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Interment afterwards in the City cemetery. Family time please from 10.30pm to 11.00am. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Tia McGuinness, 88 Inishcarn Road, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Tia McGuinness, January 1 2025 at Altnagelvin Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Charlie. Loving father of Harry, Martina, Lynn, Terri, Charlie, Declan and the late Jim. Much loved grandmother and great grandmother. Dear mother in law of John, Gerry, Mary, Fiona and Maria. Tia is now reposing at her family home, 88 Inishcarn Road. Funeral arrangements later.bDeeply regretted and will be sadly missed by all her family and everyone that knew her. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady of Knock pray for her.

Daniel (Danny) McNeill, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Daniel (Danny) McNeill, December 30 2024, Peacefully in Altnagelvin Hospital. Dearly Beloved husband of Isabel. Loving Father of Sandra and Daniel. Dear father-in-law of Paul and Sophie. Devoted Grandfather to his six Granddaughters and Great-grandson. Funeral service in St Agnes Church, Andersonstown Road, Belfast on Saturday, January 4 at 11.00am followed by Burial at St Josephs New Cemetery, Hannahstown Hill, Belfast. Visitors Welcome to Danny's Daughters home, 102 Cawhill Park on Friday, January 3 between 4.00pm and 7.00pm. Family Flowers only. Donations if desired made directly to Marie Curie. All enquires to Adair and Neely Funeral Directors, 02871311321. Deeply regretted by his loving family circle.

Anna O’Kane (Dan) (née McGilligan), 31 Corrick Road, Dungiven

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Anna O’Kane (Dan) (née McGilligan), peacefully at home on January 1 2025, may she rest in peace. Late of 31 Corrick Road, Dungiven, Co Derry. Beloved wife of late Patrick R.I.P. Loving mother of Pascal, Yvonne, Dermot, Rory, Grainne, Roger, Canice, Colette, Eamon and Fergus. A devoted grandmother and great grandmother. Daughter of the late Bernard and Ellie Rose R.I.P and dear sister of Jim and the late Harry, Paddy, Jean, May, Dermot and Gerard R.I.P. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle.bReposing at her late home. Funeral on Friday, January 3 leaving her late home at 10.00am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Saint Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the following link https://mcn.live/Camera/church-of-st-patrick. Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke (NICHS) c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Blessed Mary mother of Jesus pray for her. Enquiries to Mc Laughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

Óisín Quinn, 49 Belraugh Road, Ballerin

Funeral arrangements for the late Óisín Quinn (Aged 6) at the Royal Children’s Hospital (Belfast). Óisín’s wake will commence today (Thursday) at 12noon to 11.00pm and on Friday from 12noon to 11.00pm. Family time on the morning of the funeral please. Precious son of Mark and Collette and adored brother of Brandon, Shauna, Ruairi, Eábha, Conor, Ciarón and Anntoin. Grandson of Mary Agnes and the late Hugh (Higgins) and the late Willie and Catherine (Quinn). Funeral from his home, 49 Belraugh Road, Ballerin. Mass of the Angels will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Ballerin on Saturday, January 4 2025 at 11.00am. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. (Please wear bright clothes to Óisín’s mass) Much adored by all his family and friends. “Let the little children come to me; do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs.” No flowers please. Donations if desired to NI Children’s Hospice can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

Violet Reid (née Brown), 4 Hillview Terrace, Castledawson

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Violet Reid (née Brown), December 30, 2024 (suddenly) at Castle Lodge Nursing Home, Antrim, Violet, (in her 98th year), 4 Hillview Terrace, Castledawson, dearly beloved wife of the late Derek, much loved and devoted mother of Noel, Ivor and Jill, dear mother-in-law of Phyllis, Anne and Rod, loving grandmother of Neil, Lavern, Christopher, Susan and Victoria, cherished great-granny of Noah and Joshua-Beau and dearest sister of Winnie, Olive, Eva, Grace, Sheila and the late Pat, Glynis, Cyril, Roland, Victor, Sidney and Dermot. House strictly private.  Family and friends welcome in Garvin’s Funeral Home, 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP on Thursday afternoon (January 2) from 4:30pm – 6:00pm. Funeral service in Christ Church, Castledawson on Friday (January 3) at 12noon followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Christ Church Building Fund payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c). Lovingly remembered by her family and the entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd” Psalm 23 v 1

Patrick (Shacks) Sharkey, St. John’s Park, Derry

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of the late Patrick (Shacks) Sharkey, January 1 2025, in his 91st. year, peacefully at Oak Leaves Care Home, (formerly of St. John’s Park), beloved son of the late William and Annie, loving brother of the late Liam, Bernie, Celine, Gerard and Robert and loving uncle and great-uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle. Patrick will be reposing in Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Chapel on Thursday, January 2 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Removal leaving Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on Thursday at 6:30pm to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass on Friday, January 3 at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.

Alan Stewart Thompson, 144 Kingslane, Ballykelly

The death has occurred of the late Alan Stewart Thompson, Passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on December 31 2024. Devoted Husband of the late Elizabeth (Beth) loving father of Naomi (Mark) David (Laura), Grandfather of Tyler and Mollie, Son of Tessie and the late Stanley, brother of Robert, David, Gordon, Gilbert, Ivan, Roberta, Ian, Jonathan and Julie. All welcome to call at his late home, 144 Kingslane, Ballykelly on Thursday from 10.00am to 10.00pm. Friday house will be private. Funeral will leave his late home on Friday at 1.30pm for service in Tamlaghtfinlagan Parish Church at 2.00pm followed by burial in adjoining Churchyard. 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. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle and friends.

Jacqueline Tracey (née Logue), 8 Walworth Park, Ballykelly

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Jacqueline Tracey (née Logue), peacefully at Foyle Hospice, surrounded by her loving family, on January 1 2025, may she rest in peace. Beloved wife of Damien. Loving mother of Jennifer (Kevin) and Jonathan (Sheree). A devoted grandmother of Noah and Olivia. Daughter of the late David and Brigid R.I.P and dear sister of Ann (McIvor), Claire (Doherty), David, Brian, Liam, Seamus and Noel. Deeply regretted by the entire Logue, Tracey and wider family circle. Reposing from her home, 8 Walworth Park, Ballykelly BT49 9HH. Wake will commence on Thursday, January 2 at 12noon. Family time 10.00pm - 12noon. Funeral on Saturday, January 4 2024 leaving her late home at 9.15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass at St Finlough’s Church, Ballykelly. Internment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the following link https://limavadyparish.org/. Family flowers only please and donations if wished in lieu to Foyle Hospice c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. St Padre Pio pray for her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.