Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, March 19, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Eddie Boyle, 65 Blackrock Road, Kilrea

• William John (Willie) Daly, 835 Windyhall Park, Coleraine

• Shaun-Paul Fahy, 180 Glenowen Park, Derry

• Vonnie Grace (née McIntyre), 40 Larkhill, Derry

• David Samuel Hazlett, Landmore House, 126 Agivey Road, Aghadowey

• Rachel (Rae) Millen (née McAfee), Coleraine

• Robert Alexander (Robbie) Thompson, 53 Bigwood Road, Lisdillon

• James Wilson, 111 Avonbrook Gardens, Coleraine

Eddie Boyle, 65 Blackrock Road, Kilrea

Funeral arrangements for the late Eddie Boyle (Kilrea and formerly Belfast), died March 17 2025. Peacefully at home after a short illness, Eddie late of 65 Blackrock Road, Kilrea. N.B. As per Eddie’s wishes the funeral and cremation will be strictly private. Father of Claire; beloved son of Eddie and Marie and loving brother of Annmarie McGuigan (David), Lorraine, Jennifer Leaden (Declan) and Stephen. ‘Rest in Peace’ Deeply regretted by the entire Boyle family and his friends. No flowers please. Donations if desired to Marie Curie can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

William John (Willie) Daly, 835 Windyhall Park, Coleraine

The death has occurred of the late William John (Willie) Daly, March 18 2025, (peacefully) at hospital, 835 Windyhall Park, Coleraine. dearly loved husband of Sharon, much loved dad of Andrew, Jonathan and Stuart, adored granda of Katelyn, Ben, Lucy, Scott, Lewis, Thomas, Kyron, Ollie, Archie and Gracie-Mae, beloved son of Dan and the late Lily, dear son-in-law of Isobel and the late Hugh (Sonny) devoted brother of Eleanor, Frank and Laurence and a dearly loved brother-in-law and uncle. Service in his home on Thursday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Macmillan Nurses or Autism NI c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Loved by the entire family circle Psalm 91 vs. 4.

Shaun-Paul Fahy, 180 Glenowen Park, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Shaun-Paul Fahy, March 16 2025, loving father of Grace, beloved son of the late Margaret Fahy, foster son of Mary McGill and dear brother of Jonathan, Brian and Anthony. His remains will be reposing in his home, 180 Glenowen Park from 11.00am on Wednesday. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Creggan. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Vonnie Grace (née McIntyre), 40 Larkhill, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Vonnie Grace (née McIntyre), March 18 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family, at her home, 40 Larkhill, beloved wife of the late Paul, loving mother of Dorothy, Charlie, Paul, Sean, Karen, (Debbie), Joan, (Diarmuid) and the late Ann-Marie, a devoted granny and great-granny, dear mother-in-law to Jacqui and the late Pat, cherished sister of Tillie. Loved and will be sadly missed by her wider family circle Derry and Tipperary. Vonnie will be reposing at her home on Wednesday from 11:00am to 9:00pm. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, March 20 at 9:30am to Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Steelstown for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers donations in lieu if wished to Alzheimer’s Society, Sevenoaks, Waterside, Derry BT47 6AL. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

David Samuel Hazlett, Landmore House, 126 Agivey Road, Aghadowey

The death has taken place of the late David Samuel Hazlett, March 18 2025, (suddenly but peacefully) at his home, Landmore House, 126 Agivey Road, Aghadowey, dearly beloved husband of Betty, much loved Janet, Louise, Kathryn, Heather and William and a dear father-in-law, grandfather and brother. Funeral arrangements later. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired to Cancer Research (Kilrea) c/o James McMullan and Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Sadly missed by her sorrowing family and entire family circle.

Rachel (Rae) Millen (née McAfee), Coleraine

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Rachel (Rae) Millen (née McAfee), Died March 18 2025, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, late of Ringrash Road and Cairn Road, Coleraine. Dearly beloved wife of the late Norman, sister of Sally, Martha, Florrie and the late Mary and Johnny and a much adored aunt. Service of Thanksgiving in Macosquin Parish Church on Thursday at 11.00am followed by interment in the adjoining churchyard. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for NI Chest, Heart & Stroke or St. Mary’s Church Macosquin (Camus Juxta Bann), c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.

Robert Alexander (Robbie) Thompson, 53 Bigwood Road, Lisdillon

The death has taken place of the late Robert Alexander (Robbie) Thompson, March 16 2025, Suddenly at his home, 53 Bigwood Road, Lisdillon (surrounded by his loving family in his 29th year) much loved son of Maurice and Janine, loving dad of Mylie, precious brother of Jane, Sammy, Jill, Joanne and David, a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Service of Thanksgiving in his late home on Friday 21st March at 12.00noon followed by burial in Faughan Reformed Presbyterian Church burial ground. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (Cheques made payable to W. H. & S.C.T Altnagelvin Hospital (I.C.U.) or Epilepsy N. I. c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. Dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his entire family. “The day Thou gavest Lord is ended“

James Wilson, 111 Avonbrook Gardens, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late James, Wilson, March 17 2025, peacefully at his home, 111 Avonbrook Gardens, Coleraine. Jimmy, dearly beloved partner of June, dear father of Emma and Zoe, son of Margaret and the late George Wilson and loving brother of Richard. Service in his home on Tuesday, March 25 2025 at 10.30am, followed by a cremation at Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium at 1.00pm. No flowers please. Donations, if wished, for NHSCT Charitable Trust Funds (for the Macmillan Unit at Antrim Area Hospital) and Marie Curie, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered and missed by all his family and friends.