Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, May 27, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Rosemary Davidson (née Fyffe), Ballycairn Road, Coleraine

• Arthur Pearson, 53 Nedd Road, Ballykelly

• Patricia Starrett (née Gallagher), 13 Knockdara Park, Derry

• Kathleen Tracey (née McCafferty), 78 Strabane Old Road, Top of the Hill, Derry

• Olive Angela Wilkinson, 91 Drumcroone Road, Blackhill, Coleraine

Rosemary Davidson (née Fyffe), Ballycairn Road, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late Rosemary Davidson (née Fyffe), May 23 2025, peacefully at The Cottage Care Home, (Aged 95), late of Ballycairn Road, Coleraine. Dearly loved wife of the late Jimmy, loving mother of John, Stephen, Paula, Julie and Lydia, mother-in-law of Diana and Andrew, much loved granny of William, Adam, Kerrie, Ben, Celia, Max and Mabel; dear sister of Bill and the late John and a loving great-granny. Funeral service in Wades Funeral Home, Coleraine on Friday at 2.00pm followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for the Cancer Fund for Children and Dementia N.I. 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.

Arthur Pearson, 53 Nedd Road, Ballykelly

The death has taken place of Arthur Pearson, May 26 2025, Peacefully at Cornfield Care Centre, Limavady. Late of 53 Nedd Road, Ballykelly. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, and close friend of Joy. Loving father of Artie, Geoff, Barbara, Adrian, Maggie, Thomas and the late Alan and Colin. A much loved grandfather of Danielle, Abbie, Kacie, Shianne, Ben, and all his grandchildren, and a great-grandfather. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Family and friends welcome at O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Home, 10 Ballyclose Street, Limavady on Tuesday (May 27) from 2.00pm to 5.00pm and Wednesday (May 28) from 2.00pm. Service in Funeral Home on Wednesday at 4.00pm followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Cornfield Care Centre Comfort Fund, 51 Seacoast Road, Limavady. BT49 9DW. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 028 77764732. At Peace.

Patricia Starrett (née Gallagher), 13 Knockdara Park, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Patricia Starrett (née Gallagher), May 25 2025, loving mother of Arian, Ciara and Keshia, devoted granny of Eve and Rose, mother-in-law of Kerry, Gary and Luke and a dear sister and friend. Patricia will be reposing in her home, 13 Knockdara Park, on Tuesday from 12noon – 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Columb’s Church, Chapel Road. Interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Kathleen Tracey (née McCafferty), 78 Strabane Old Road, Top of the Hill, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Kathleen Tracey (née McCafferty), May 26 2025, beloved wife of the late Benny, 78 Strabane Old Road, Top of the Hill, cherished mother of Michael, Karen, Jacqueline, Angela, Paula, Helena, Charlie, Paddy and the late Leonard and a much loved grandmother, great-grandmother, a dear sister, aunt and friend. Kathleen will be reposing in her home. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 11.30am for 12o’clock Requiem Mass in The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Trench Road. Interment afterwards in the St Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Olive Angela Wilkinson, 91 Drumcroone Road, Blackhill, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Olive Angela Wilkinson, May 26 2025, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, 91 Drumcroone Road, Blackhill, Coleraine, dearly beloved wife of John, much loved mother of Angela, Stephen and Richard, dear mother-in-law of John, loving grandmother of Naomi and John and dear sister of Margaret, John and the late Mary, Ken and Jean. Service of Thanksgiving in Aghadowey Presbyterian Church on Thursday at 12noon. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Faith Mission c/o James McMullan & Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Sadly missed by her sorrowing family and entire family circle. "In all Thy ways acknowledge Him." Prov. 3 v. 6.