Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, June 4, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• David Ian Beattie, Eglinton

• Frances Borland (née Borland), 25 Clements Court, Derry

• Gerry Friel, 72 Ballyarnett Village, Derry

• John Stuart Graham, 56 Caw Hill Park, Derry

• Jacqueline Hawe, Whitehill Park, Limavady

• Audrey Elizabeth Alexander Hunter, 4 Gorteade Wood, Upperlands, Maghera

• John Smith (Smudge), 72 Drumachose Park, Limavady

David Ian Beattie, Eglinton

The death has taken place of the late David Ian Beattie, June 2 2025, at Altnagelvin Hospital, Eglinton, dearly loved husband of Jennifer, much loved father of Graeme, Matthew and the late Philip, father-in-law of Natalie, very dear grandfather of Patrick, Owen, Finlay and Jude, beloved son of Betty and dear brother of Michael and Claire. Service of Thanksgiving on Saturday at 2.00pm in Faughanvale Presbyterian Church, burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to RVH Liver Support Group c/o DJM Robinson & Son, 121 Culcrum Rd., Cloughmills. BT44 9DT. Lovingly Remembered. "In heavenly love abiding."

Frances Borland (née Borland), 25 Clements Court, Derry

The death has taken place of Frances Borland (née Borland), June 3 2025, beloved wife of the late Ronnie, loving mother of Derek, Valerie, Janice, Uel, Jennifer and Paul, a much-loved mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. House strictly private please. Funeral service in her home, 25 Clements Court, on Thursday at 1.00pm followed by interment afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Marie Curie, 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh, BT78 5EJ. The Lord is my shepherd.

Gerry Friel, 72 Ballyarnett Village, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Gerry Friel, June 1 2025 beloved husband of Margaret, loving father of Gerard, John, Michael, Clare and Brian, devoted grandfather of Emma, Grace, Anna, Patrick, Aisling, Tommy Max, Tom, Conor and Charlie, great-grandfather of Jack, Emily, Caragh and Florence and dear brother of John, Brendan and the late Mary and Tony. Funeral from 72 Ballyarnett Village on Wednesday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment with his late wife Phyllis in Milltown cemetery, Belfast at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

John Stuart Graham, 56 Caw Hill Park, Derry

The death has occurred of the late John Stuart Graham, June 2 2025, Peacefully at Longfield Care Home, Eglinton (formerly of 56 Caw Hill Park in his 91st year) loving and devoted husband of Ellen, much loved father of Brian and Alan, loving father-in-law of Gail and Kay, adored grandfather, a dear brother of Basil, Bob, Hazel and the late Ivan, dearest brother-in-law and uncle. Service of Thanksgiving in D. & R. Hay & Sons, Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Thursday, June 5 at 11.00am followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Kilfennan Presbyterian Church c/o Alison Carruthers, 36, Ross Bay, Limavady Road, Derry BT47 6JG. Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 4 from 5.00pm until 8.00pm. Deeply regretted and sadly missed. “One of life’s true Gentlemen “

Jacqueline Hawe, Whitehill Park, Limavady

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Jacqueline Hawe, Passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on June 3 2025. Late of Whitehill Park, Limavady. Much loved partner of Ivan, devoted mother Lisa (Matthew), Nicola (Willie), loving Grandmother of Jade, Kerry, Corey, Harry and Olivia, Great Grandmother of Kai, dear sister of Billy, Averil and the late Bobby, Victor, Rosemary, Lorna and a dear Aunt. House strictly private. All welcome to call at Browns Funeral Home on Wednesday evening from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Funeral service will be held in Browns Funeral Home on Thursday at 12noon followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery at 1.00pm. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle. 'At Home with The Lord'

Audrey Elizabeth Alexander Hunter, 4 Gorteade Wood, Upperlands, Maghera

The death has taken place of the late Audrey Elizabeth Alexander Hunter, June 3 2025, (peacefully) at Craigdun Care Home, late of 4 Gorteade Wood, Upperlands, Maghera, dearly beloved wife of the late Ronnie, dearest mother of Mark, Andrew and David, dear mother-in-law of Sharon, Audrey and Libby, devoted grandmother of Ingrid, Alex, Rachel, Thomas, James and Jonathan and dear sister of Olive. Graveside service at Churchtown Presbyterian Church on Thursday at 2.30pm where everyone is welcome. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the entire family circle. "The Lord is my Shepherd."

John Smith (Smudge), 72 Drumachose Park, Limavady

The death has taken place of the late John Smith (Smudge), June 2 2025, peacefully at home, 72 Drumachose Park, Limavady. Beloved husband of Pat. Loving father of Steven, Laura (Paul), Shaun (Judith), Emma (Maggie), Julie (Martin), Megan, Daniel and of the late Phillip and Liam R.I.P. A devoted Grandfather of nine. Family time please between 10.00pm and 10.00am. Funeral from his late home on Wednesday, June 4 at 11.20am for 12.00pm Requiem Mass at St.Mary's Church, Limavady. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed online via the following link - https://www.youtube.com/live/Moer2BVis4c?si=AcKF8nOJ4JYK-sW9. Family flowers only please! Donations in lieu of flowers can be made out to "Marie Curie" c/o O'Brien & McGrotty Funeral Directors, 16 Glenside Brae, Limavady, BT490RY. Deeply regretted by his entire family circle. St.Pio pray for him.