Derry Death Notices - Monday, May 19, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Patrick (Pat) Burke, 138 Lettershandoney Avenue, Tamnaherin

• Paul (Bambo) Conway, 55 Ballinderry Bridge Road, Ballinderry

• Nancy Hegarty (née McErlain), Rose Cottage, 37 Magherafelt Road, Draperstown

• James Moore, 104 Mayogall Road, Lavey

• Mary Murphy (née Fahy), 12 Clarendon Manor, Derry

Patrick (Pat) Burke, 138 Lettershandoney Avenue, Tamnaherin

The death has occurred of the late Patrick (Pat) Burke, May 18 2025, beloved husband of the late Deirdre, 138 Lettershandoney Avenue, the most loving father of Tanya, Tina and Patricia, father-in-law of Paul, Martin (Deceased), Ronald and Rob, devoted grandfather of Emma (Niall), Aoife, Patrick, Paul, Zach, Brody, Alby and the late Jack and Josh, great-grandfather of Neala and Gracie, a dear brother and good friend of Aidan. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O'Brien & Son's Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Monday from 5.00pm - 7.00pm and then in his home on Tuesday from 12noon - 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 11.30am for 12o'clock Requiem Mass in St Mary's Church, Tamnaherin. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Paul (Bambo) Conway, 55 Ballinderry Bridge Road, Ballinderry

The death has occurred of the late Paul (Bambo) Conway, May 17 2025, Late of 55 Ballinderry Bridge Road, Ballinderry, May he Rest in Peace. Beloved husband of Marion and devoted father of Sean. Son of the Late Paddy and B-Ann R.I.P. and much-loved brother of Siobhan, Katrina, Ann and Patrick. Paul’s wake and funeral arrangements will follow later Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, brother, sisters, nieces, nephews, father in-law, mother in-law, sisters in-law, brothers in-law and entire family circle. Saint Padre Pio pray for him. All enquires to Cassidy Funeral Directors.

Nancy Hegarty (née McErlain), Rose Cottage, 37 Magherafelt Road, Draperstown

The death has taken place of the late Nancy Hegarty (née McErlain), May 17 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of the late Bernard and loving mother of Peter, Michael, Johnny, Francis, Patrick, Dolores (McCormick), Theresa (McGrogan), Bernadette (Wilson) Mary (McDonald) and Oliver. Daughter of the late Peter and Bridget McErlain and sister of the late Patrick, Rita and Owen. Funeral from her home, Rose Cottage, 37 Magherafelt Road, on Tuesday, May 20 at 11.15am for 12noon Requiem Mass in Church of St. Columba Straw, via webcam https://www.devlinmedia.tv/ interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Family time only please from 10.00pm - 10.00am.

James Moore, 104 Mayogall Road, Lavey

The death has occurred of the late James Moore, May 18 2025, (peacefully at hospital), late of 104 Mayogall Road, Lavey, beloved husband of the late Brigid (née Cushnahan), much loved father of Dermot, Grainne, Sean, Deirdre, Maeve, Orla, Ultan, Niamh, Turlough, Lurach, Canice and the late Seamus. James’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will update them here as soon as they become available. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren, and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.

Mary Murphy (née Fahy), 12 Clarendon Manor, Derry

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Murphy (née Fahy) at Altnagelvin Hospital on May 18 2025. Late of 12 Clarendon Manor and formerly of Cloncool Park and Tuam, Co. Galway. May she rest in peace. Legendary teacher, actress, broadcaster, writer and stalwart of St. Eugene’s Cathedral. Dear wife of the late Daithi. Beloved mother of Niall and mother-in-law of Jan. Precious grandmother of Rianna, Matthew and Georgia. Funeral Arrangements Later. At dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.