Derry Death Notices - Thursday, January 23, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Majella Doherty (née Kavanagh), 41 Ardnamoyle Park, Shantallow, Derry

• Brian McCallion, 88 Ballymacombs Road, Bellaghy

• Rachel Morrison (née Killen), Derry

• Oliver Mulholland, 34 Duncreggan Road, Derry

• Florence Simpson (née Robinson), 86 Strabane Old Road, Waterside, Derry

• Thomas William (Bill) Vallely, 28 Shellbridge Park, Coleraine

Majella Doherty (née Kavanagh), 41 Ardnamoyle Park, Shantallow, Derry

We regret to inform you that the death has occurred of the late Majella Doherty (née Kavanagh), January 21 2025, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, treasured wife of Mark, loving mother of John, Steven, Carmen and the late Kevin, beloved Nana of Briana, Cara-Leigh, Raina, Alayah, Callum, Jack and Wee Johnny, doting great-grandmother of Kai beloved mother-in-law of Amy and Sean, cherished daughter of the late Molly and Harry Kavanagh, daughter-in-law of Irene and the late Pius Doherty, darling sister of Pam, John, William, Cliffy and the late Chucky, Larry and Gerry and a much loved sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend. Will be sorely missed by her beloved Buttons. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 41 Ardnamoyle Park, Shantallow. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.25am for 10o'clock Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Interment afterwards in the City cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 10.00am. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Brian McCallion, 88 Ballymacombs Road, Bellaghy

The death has taken place of the late Brian McCallion, January 22 2025, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family), 88 Ballymacombs Road, Bellaghy, beloved husband of Margaret (O’Boyle), much loved father of Brian, Joseph and Margaret (Fullerton, Lisnamuck), loving brother of John and the late Willie. Brian’s wake will officially begin at his late residence on Thursday, January 23 at 6.00pm. His remains will leave his late residence on Saturday, January 25 at 10.30am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery. NB: Family time requested each day between 10.00pm and 10.00am. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter, brother, daughters in law Louise and Katrina, son in law Sean, sisters in law, brothers in law, grandchildren Kevin and Louise Fullerton, and Naoise, Amelia and Deaglán McCallion. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.

Rachel Morrison (née Killen), Derry

The death has taken place of the late Rachel Morrison (née Killen), January 21 2025, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Owen Mor, Care Home, loving mother of John, Sandie, Pauline, Claire and Stephanie, a devoted grandmother, great-grandmother and Mother-in-law, beloved daughter of the late Alex and Jeannie Killen, (formerly of Springtown Camp), cherished sister of Harry, James and the late Faye, Noreen and Jean. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Rachel will be reposing at her daughter Pauline’s home, 95 Ardnamoyle Park. Funeral leaving 95 Ardnamoyle Park on Friday, January 24 at 11:50am to Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Steelstown for Requiem Mass at 12:30pm. Interment afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery Ardmore. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

Oliver Mulholland, 34 Duncreggan Road, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Oliver Mulholland, January 22 2025m peacefully at Brooklands Care Home, beloved husband of Kay, 34 Duncreggan Road, loving son of the late Elizabeth and Patrick, dear brother of Mary and Seamus and a much loved brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. His remains will be reposing in his home from 11.00am - 9.00pm on Thursday. Funeral from there on Friday at 11.30am for 12o’clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Dementia NI.NICVA Building, 61 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast, BT15 2GB. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Florence Simpson (née Robinson), 86 Strabane Old Road, Waterside, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Florence Simpson (née Robinson), January 21 2025, beloved wife of the late Liam, loving mother of Martina, Helen, Judy, Matthew and the late Christopher and John-Joseph and a much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 86 Strabane Old Road, Waterside. Funeral from there on Friday at 2.00pm to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Thomas William (Bill) Vallely, 28 Shellbridge Park, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late Thomas William (Bill) Vallely, January 21 2025, (peacefully) at The Bohill Care Centre, Coleraine, late of 28 Shellbridge Park, Coleraine, dearly loved husband of Sheila and a much loved father, father-in-law, grandfather and brother-in-law. Service in Murdock’s Funeral Home, 2a Windsor Avenue, Coleraine on Friday at 12.30pm followed by a private family committal in Coleraine Cemetery. House strictly private. Family and friends welcome at Murdock’s Funeral Home on Thursday evening between 7.00pm and 9.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Alzheimers Society c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by his loving family and entire family circle.