Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, July 2, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Cathal Archibald, 3 Fir Avenue, Drumsurn

• Teresa Bradley (née Sweeney), 127 Templegrove, Buncrana Road, Derry

• Samuel David (Sam) Brown, 25A Loup Road, Moneymore

• Anne Cassidy (née Whiteside), 220 Tamnaherin Road, Cross

• Darren Coyle, 82 Kylemore Park, Derry

• Thomas Gallagher, 1 Virginia Court, Waterside, Derry

• Patrick Joseph “Pat” Gormley, 5 Whitehorn Drive, Curryneirin, Derry

• Martin Hasson, Curryneirin

• Margaret O'Neill (née Owens), Derry

• Martha Jackson (Mattie) Waterstone, Derry

Cathal Archibald, 3 Fir Avenue, Drumsurn

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Cathal Archibald, suddenly at home on July 1 2025, may he rest in peace. Late of 3 Fir Avenue, Drumsurn, Co Derry. Beloved son of Damien and Sharon. Loving brother of Michael, Richaél and Aoife. Very deeply regretted by his sorrowing nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and the entire family circle. Wake and funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please and donations if desired in lieu to L.I.P.S c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Saint Joseph patron saint of the departed souls pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.

Teresa Bradley (née Sweeney), 127 Templegrove, Buncrana Road, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Teresa Bradley (née Sweeney), June 29 2025, beloved wife of Seamus, loving mother of Oonagh, Sharon and Shea, mother-in-law of Jase, devoted grandmother of Lauren, Ethan and Darcy and dear sister of Alacoque, Marian, Eamonn, Gina and the late Patsy. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 127 Templegrove, Buncrana Road. Funeral from there on Thursday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Samuel David (Sam) Brown, 25A Loup Road, Moneymore

The death has occurred of the late Samuel David (Sam) Brown, July 1 2025, (peacefully) at his home, 25A Loup Road, Moneymore, surrounded by his loving Family, Samuel David (Sam), dearly loved Husband of Violet, loving Father of Stephen, Richard and Elaine, a dear Father-in-Law of Gillian, Gail and Ossie, proud Granda of Sophie, Ethan, Bradley, Michael, Lewis, Jacob and Noah and dearest Brother of Des, Sheila, Lorna, Harvey, Robert and the late James and Doris. All welcome at the Family home on Wednesday (July 2) from 2:00pm - 8:30pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Sam's Life will take place in Lecumpher Presbyterian Church on Thursday, July 3 at 1:00pm, followed by a private Family burial. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Lecumpher Presbyterian Church and Drop Inn Ministries, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. "There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away" Rev 21 v 4

Anne Cassidy (née Whiteside), 220 Tamnaherin Road, Cross

The death has occurred of the late Anne Cassidy (née Whiteside), June 30 2025, peacefully at Rushall Care Home, Limavady, beloved wife of the late Raymond, 220 Tamnaherin Road, Cross, loving mother of Stephen, Joanne, Katrina and Darren, mother-in-law of Brenda, Ken and Maria, devoted grandmother of Mark, Amie, Dáire, Michael and Anna and dear sister of Teresa, Mary and the late John and Michael. Her remains will be reposing in her home on Wednesday from 12noon to 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Thursday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Tamnaherin. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Darren Coyle, 82 Kylemore Park, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Darren Coyle on June 30 2025. Formerly of 82 Kylemore Park. May he rest in peace. A much loved son of Teresa and Tommy. Loving brother of Frank, Aiden, Stacey, Tomás and brother-in-law of Tara, Mandy, Darryl and Ciara. A caring uncle of Dylan, Felix, Max, Laurie, Anya, Alfie and Grace. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and his wee buddy Jax. Darren’s remains are now reposing at his late family home, 5 Oakgrove. Funeral leaving from there on Friday, July 4 at 9:15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Wake house will be private from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Darren’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. "Peace Perfect Peace” All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Thomas Gallagher, 1 Virginia Court, Waterside, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Thomas Gallagher, June 30 2025, Peacefully at the Foyle Hospice. Tommy beloved partner of Lorna. Dear son of Thomas (Toby) and the late Margaret (Margo). Dear brother of Patrick, Joseph, Martin and Sean. A much loved Uncle and brother in law to Cathy. His remains will be reposing at home. Funeral from his home, 1 Virginia Court, Waterside, Derry on Thursday, July 3 at 11:20am to St Columbs Church, Chapel road for Requiem Mass at 12noon. Interment immediately afterwards in Ardmore Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have Mercy on his soul.

Patrick Joseph “Pat” Gormley, 5 Whitehorn Drive, Curryneirin, Derry

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Patrick Joseph “Pat” Gormley peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on July 1 2025. May he rest in peace. Late of 5 Whitehorn Drive, Curryneirin, Derry. Beloved husband of Patricia. Loving father of Sean (Emma) and Natasha (John). Loved dearly by his grandchildren. Son of the late William and Mary Gormley R.I.P and dear brother of Mary and the late Liam, Sarah and Seamus R.I.P. You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlin’s Funeral Home (414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven BT47 4NQ) on Wednesday (July 2) from 5.00pm to 7.00pm and Thursday (July 3) 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Leaving the Funeral Home at 7.00pm to repose in St Mary’s Church Ardmore. Cortege will pause at Pat’s late home. Requiem Mass will take place on Friday, July 4 2025 at 10.00am. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam Link http://www.ardmoreparish.com/. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him. Enquires to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840952022.

Martin Hasson, Curryneirin

The death has taken place of Martin Hasson, July 1 2025 beloved husband of Margaret, Curryneirin, loving father of Simon and Jennifer, devoted grandfather of Dillon and Erin and dear brother of George, Charlie, Harry and Maureen. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, on Wednesday from 7.00pm – 9.00pm. Funeral service will take place there on Thursday at 3.00pm. Interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Margaret O'Neill (née Owens), Derry

The death has taken place of the late Margaret O'Neill (née Owens), July 1 2025, peacefully at Culmore Manor, beloved wife of the late Harry (formerly Coshquin Road), loving mother of Patricia, Phelim, Paul and the late Jonathan, a much loved mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and dear sister of Roisin and the late Joyce, Jonny and Frances. Her remains will be reposing in her daughter’s home, 30 Messines Park, on Wednesday and Thursday from 12noon – 10.00pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty on Friday at 10o’clock. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Culmore Manor (The Residents Comfort Fund) c/o Culmore Manor 39, Culmore Road, BT48 8JB. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Martha Jackson (Mattie) Waterstone, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Martha Jackson (Mattie) Waterstone, June 30 2025, peacefully in Cornfield Care Centre. Formerly of Lincoln Court. Dearly beloved Wife of the late Harry. Devoted Mother of David. Dear Mother-in-law of Diane. Loving Grandmother of Dylan and Harry. Funeral service in David’s home, 26 Woodvale Road, Eglinton on Thursday, July 3 at 12noon followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Dementia NI, North City Business Centre, 2 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast BT15 2GG. Visitors welcome to pay respects between 5.00pm – 10.00pm. All enquiries to Adair & Neely Funeral Directors Tel No. 02871311321. Deeply regretted by her loving family circle.