Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Ruby Duffy (née McAdams), Strabane (Formerly of Brandywell, Derry)

• Jim Hamilton, 21 Woodside Heights, Derry

• William James (Jimmy) Houston, 97 Donneybrewer Road, Derry

• Patricia (Pat) McGuinness (née McGlinchey), 89 Dunlade Road, Greysteel

• Stephen Glasgow McKeown, 1 Carndaisy Lane, Moneymore

• Jose Smyth (née Quinn), 54 Roemill Gardens, Limavady

Ruby Duffy (née McAdams), Strabane (Formerly of Brandywell, Derry)

The death has taken place of Ruby Duffy (née McAdams), August 25 2025, at Altnagelvin Hospital, late of 3 Hazelwood, Strabane and formerly of Lampton Court, Strabane and the Brandywell, Derry. Beloved wife of the late Bobby, much loved mother of Caroline, Annemarie, Robert, Cathy and the late Lisa, dearly loved grandmother of Adam, Van, Sarah, Liam, Laura, Ethan, Thomas, Bridget, Patrick, Emma and Hannah and sister of Helen, Eamon, Ron, Marietta and the late Kathleen, Thomas, Teresa, John, Paddy, and Frank. Reposing at her home. Funeral leaving her home on Wednesday (August 27) at 9.30am for Requiem Mass in St Mary`s Church, Melmount at 10am. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Donations in lieu of flowers please to the Alzheimer`s Society, c/o Quigley Funeral Directors, 1A Newtown Place, Strabane. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am and on the morning of the funeral. The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the Parish Webcam http://www.melmountparish.com/webtv.html

Jim Hamilton, 21 Woodside Heights, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jim Hamilton, peacefully at The Royal Infirmary Hospital, Edinburgh on August 23 2025. Late of 21 Woodside Heights. May he rest in peace. Beloved husband of Una. Devoted father of Cara and Kate. Loving son of Bernie and the late Jim. A much loved brother of Christina, Maureen, Thomas, Pauline and Briedge. A dear brother-in-law and uncle. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Funeral Arrangements Later. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. On His Soul Sweet Jesus Have Mercy. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

William James (Jimmy) Houston, 97 Donneybrewer Road, Derry

The death has occurred of the late William James (Jimmy) Houston, August 24 2025, peacefully at Edenvale Care Home, Limavady. Dearly beloved husband of the late Margaret. Devoted father of Julie, Hazel and Rachel. Dear father-in-law of Jason, Brian and Terry. Loving grandfather to Lauren, Taylor, Grace, Remi, Teddy. Brother of Pam, Isobel and Robert. Precious uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Funeral leaving his late home, 97 Donneybrewer Road on Wednesday, August 27 at 12.15pm for 1.00pm service in Ballyarnett Presbyterian Church followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. House private. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Ballyarnett Presbyterian Church c/o Elizabeth Jackson, 4 Glenabbey Cottages BT48 8LP. All enquiries to Adair & Neely Funeral Directors Tel No. 028 71311321. Deeply regretted by his loving family circle.

Patricia (Pat) McGuinness (née McGlinchey), 89 Dunlade Road, Greysteel

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Patricia (Pat) McGuinness (née McGlinchey), August 24 2025, at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of Leo, 89 Dunlade Road, Greysteel, loving mother of Noel, Leona, Paul, Kerry, Shannon and the late Joanne, a devoted grandmother and dear sister of the late Mary, Kathleen, Sarah, Bernadette and Agnes. Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Dementia NI, Nicva Building, 61 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast BT15 2GB. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Stephen Glasgow McKeown, 1 Carndaisy Lane, Moneymore

The death has occurred of the late Stephen Glasgow McKeown, August 25 2025, (peacefully) at Corkhill Care Centre, devoted Husband of Betty, 1 Carndaisy Lane, Moneymore, much loved Dad of Heather, Robin (Karen) and Colin (Jenny), adored Papa of Grace, Ryan and Ava and a dear Brother of Florence (Stanley), Robin (Mary), Noel (Anne), Ann and the late John (Rosemary). House strictly private. Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only please. "The Son of God... loved me and gave Himself for me" Galatians 2 v 20

Jose Smyth (née Quinn), 54 Roemill Gardens, Limavady

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Jose Smyth (née Quinn), peacefully at Rush Hall Care Home on August 24 2025. May she rest in peace. Late of 54 Roemill Gardens, Limavady, Co Derry. Beloved wife of the late Roy R.I.P. Loving mother of Alison, Emma (Jim) and Roberta (Conrad). Devoted grandmother of Louise, Rory, Tia, Aaron, Erin and Finn. Daughter of the late Joe and Margaret Quinn R.I.P and dear sister of Maurice and the late Billy, May and Jimmy R.I.P. Jose is now reposing at her late home. Wake will commence on Tuesday at 12.00pm - 4.00pm and 6.00pm - 9.00pm. Funeral on Wednesday, August 27 2025, leaving her late home at 9.25am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Limavady. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church website https://limavadyparish.org/. Interment in Enagh Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Rush Hall Patients Comfort Fund c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for her. Enquires to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.