Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, August 5, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• William John (Billy) Brown,  6 The Oasis, Magherafelt

• Fred Cullen, 24 Argyle Terrace, Derry

• Margaret Doherty (née Duffy), 74 Whitehouse Park, Derry

• Anna McComb (née O’Neill), Portrush

• Anna McComb (née O’Neill), Portrush

• Phyllis McDermott (née O'Kane), 45 Brae Head Road, Nixon's Corner, Derry

• Catherine Bernadette (Kathleen) Sheppard, Kintullagh Care Home, Ballymena (Formerly of Coleraine)

William John (Billy) Brown,  6 The Oasis, Magherafelt

The death has occurred of William John (Billy) Brown, August 4 2025 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by his family, William John (Billy), dearly beloved husband of Mavis, 6 The Oasis, Magherafelt, much loved stepfather of Julie, Alan and Jayne, loving granda to Emily, dearest brother of David, Samuel, Marjorie and the late Anette, Hadessa and Roberta and a dear brother-in-law of Eric and Mary. House strictly private. Funeral arrangements later. Always loved and remembered by the entire family circle. “At home with the Lord”

Fred Cullen, 24 Argyle Terrace, Derry

The death has taken place of Fred Cullen, August 4 2025 peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at his home, 24 Argyle Terrace, (Snooker, formerly of Cromore Gardens), beloved husband of the late Margaret, (née Campbell), loving father of Denis, Sharon, Anna Marie and Michael, devoted grandfather of Caitlin, Eoin, Martin, Riley, Simone, Cheyanne, Callen and Aliyah, cherished brother of Meave, Malachy and the late William, Ted and Regie. Sadly missed by his friends and the wider family circle. Fred will be reposing at his home. House strictly private from 10:00pm to 11:00am. Funeral leaving his home on Wednesday, August 6 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.

Margaret Doherty (née Duffy), 74 Whitehouse Park, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Margaret Doherty (née Duffy), August 4 2025, beloved wife of Frankie, loving mother of Keith, Gareth, Callum and Glenn, mother-in-law of Caroline, Megan and Rioghnach and devoted grandmother of Ava, Rowan, Freyja and Matthew. Family and close friends are welcome to pay their respects at the family home, 74 Whitehouse Park, on Tuesday from 3.00pm - 9.00pm. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 10.40am for 11.30am Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Friends of Altnagelvin (Ward 50) C/o Mr Peter Nicholl, MDEC Unit, Altnagelvin Hospital, Glenshane Road, Derry, BT47 6SB. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Charles (Robbie) Doran, Derry

Our darling beloved Charles (Robbie) Doran passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2 2025. He will be very much missed by his family, and we take comfort in knowing that he is with Jesus now. He leaves his wife Irene, sons Martin and Robert, his daughter Isobel, his grandchildren Jonathan, David, Judah, Abigail, Josiah, Eve and Elliot, and his great-grandchildren, Lydia, Martha, Elizabeth, Olive and Laurie. Service of Thanksgiving for his life in D & R Hay & Sons Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Thursday, August 7 at 1.30pm followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 6 from 11.00am until 3.00pm evening time from 6.00pm until 8.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his family circle. “Redeemed by his precious blood”

Anna McComb (née O’Neill), Portrush

The death has taken place of Anna McComb (née O’Neill), August 4 2025, peacefully at Brookmount Nursing Home, formerly of Lower Main Street, Portrush. Dearly loved wife of the late Tommy, loving mother of Jane and Angela, mother-in-law of Graham and Ian, much loved nanny of Chloe, Hamish, Owen, and Dylan and great-nanny of Lily Anna. Funeral service in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Portrush on Friday 8th August 2025 at 2.00pm followed by interment in Ballywillan Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for The R.N.L.I. (Portrush Branch) 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.

Phyllis McDermott (née O'Kane), 45 Brae Head Road, Nixon's Corner, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis McDermott (née O'Kane), peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on August 4 2025. Late of 45 Brae Head Road, Nixon's Corner. May she rest in peace.Beloved wife of the late Hughie. Much loved mother of Martin, Ciaran and Darren. Dearly loved mother-in-law of Donna, Siobhan and Sharon. Loving granny of Sarah, Ronan, Caolan, Shay, Cathal, Megan and Patrick. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Phyllis' remains will be reposing at her late home, 45 Brae Head Road, Nixon's Corner. Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday, August 6 at 9:15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Columba's Church, Longtower. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Phyllis' Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link: https://churchmedia.tv/st-columbas-church-longtower. Wake house private please from 10.00pm until 11.00am. St. Padre Pio, Pray for Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Warren Thompson-Connolly, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Catherine Bernadette (Kathleen) Sheppard, Kintullagh Care Home, Ballymena (Formerly of Coleraine)

The death has occurred of the late Catherine Bernadette (Kathleen) Sheppard, August 3 2025, peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital, Kintullagh Care Home, Ballymena and formerly of Hazelbank Road, Coleraine. Dearly beloved wife of the late Sammy and much loved mother of Samuel and the late Jackie, mother in law of Martha, grandmother of Roslynne (Steven) and Nigel (Lori), great-grandmother of Jamie, Ryan, Reuben, Theo and Robyn. Service in Wade’s Funeral Home, Coleraine on Thursday at 12noon followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. No flowers at her own request. Donations, if wished, for NI Chest Heart and Stroke c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all the family circle. Funeral Scam: Please note you may receive unsolicited messages from individuals posing as the family. We recommend that you do not accept these ‘Friend Requests’ and remember, donations to the nominated charity can only be sent via www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com.