Derry Death Notices - Saturday, September 27, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Andrew Mark Hamilton, Derry

• Oisín Johnston, 34 Waterfoot Road, Magherafelt

• Thomas McCourt, 1 Osborne Street, Derry

• Eoín McCusker, 84 Meetinghouse Ave, Maghera

• Brendan McPeake, 3 Tirkane Court, Maghera

• James Sweeney, 25 Parklea, Portstewart

• Alison Norma Wilson (née Cloughan),  7 Drumconvis Road, Coagh

Andrew Mark Hamilton, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Andrew Mark Hamilton, Passed away peacefully at Edenballymore Lodge on September 3 2025. Dearly beloved son of Eleanor (Ella) and the late Robert Hamilton, brother of Roberta and Caroline, brother-in-law of David and Nelson, uncle of Benjamin, Jennifer and Jaden. Funeral cortege leaving Adair & Neely Funeral Home on Wednesday,, October 1 at 12.15 pm for committal at Glendermott (New) Cemetery at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Horatio’s Garden Northern Ireland (www.horationsgarden.org.uk). "The Lord is my Shepherd"

Oisín Johnston, 34 Waterfoot Road, Magherafelt

It is with deep sorrow and regret we announce the passing of Oisín Johnston (Ballymaguigan), September 25 2025, beloved son of Paul and Denise and loving brother of Katie (McKenna), Paul and Aodhán. Funeral from his home,  BT45 6LF on Sunday, September 28 2025 at 1.15pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in Church of St Trea Newbridge, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his father, mother, sister, brothers, brother in law Colum, nephews, aunts, uncles and extended family circle. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am. The wake for Oisín has now commenced. Parking at St. Treas GFC.

Thomas McCourt, 1 Osborne Street, Derry

The death has taken place of Thomas McCourt, September 26 2025, Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, 1 Osborne Street. Beloved partner of Jackie, loving father to Brian, Shane and Aine. Stepfather to Darren. Beloved son of the late Pat and Maureen. Dear brother of Mairead, Pat, Damien, Bernetta, Donna and the late baby Ellen Josephine. Much loved father in law and Granda. Thomas will be reposing at his home. Funeral from there at 9.20am on Monday, September 29 to St Eugene's Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time 10.00pm to 10.00am. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: https://www.steugenescathedral.com/webcam.html. Deeply regretted by all his family and friends. Slan Abhaile.

Eoín McCusker, 84 Meetinghouse Ave, Maghera

The death has taken place of the late Eoín McCusker, September 26 2025, Peacefully at his home, 84 Meetinghouse Ave, Maghera BT46 5BB surrounded by his loving family. Dearly beloved son of Michael and Caroline and loving brother of Liam, Mark and Steven and much loved partner of Fiona and her daughters Katelyn and Alisha. Funeral cortege walking from his parents home, 18 Tullyheran Rpad BT46 5JQ on Monday, September 29 at 1.10pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Glen. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed online via: st-patricks-church-maghera - MCN. Family time requested from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to Marie Curie NI. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.BDeeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, brothers, partner, sister-in-law Anna and nephew Eli, nieces Eden and Elle, aunts, uncles, cousins and wider family circle. One way traffic systems will be in operation. Please enter the Tullyheran Rd via St Lurach’s Gardens side and exit via St Mary’s school side. Eoín’s wake will commence at 11.00am today (Saturday, September 27).

Brendan McPeake, 3 Tirkane Court, Maghera

The death has taken place of Brendan McPeake, September 26 2025, eloved partner of Geraldine (Kealey), son of the late Susan and James and dear brother of Roisin (O’Kane), James, Marie (O’Kane), Susan (O’Kane), Teresa (Toner), Joe, Gerard, Rita (O’Kane), Sean, Martina (McGillian), Peter, Colm, Una (McCullagh), Sharon (McCann), Christine, Claire (Lavery), Eugene and the late Pat. Funeral from his home, 3 Tirkane Court, Maghera on Monday, September 29 at 10.15am for 11.00am Mass in Church of St Patrick Glen, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his partner, brothers, sisters, sisters in law, brothers in law, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. The wake for Brendan will commence at 11.00am on Saturday, September 27.

James Sweeney, 25 Parklea, Portstewart

The death has taken place of the late James Sweeney, September 25 2025, Peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital. Beloved husband of Jean. Loving father of Theresa, Sonia and the late James R.I.P. Devoted grandfather of Nigel, Jason, Andrew and Alister and great-grandfather of Ellie-May, Alfie, Ollie, Theo, Aviere, and Maisy. Dear son of the late James and Annie R.I.P. Brother of Bridget and the late Margaret R.I.P. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Family time from 9.00pm to 10.00am please. Funeral from his home: 25 Parklea, Portstewart on Sunday, September 28 at 1.00pm for Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church Portstewart at 1.30pm followed by interment in Agherton Cemetery, Portstewart. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: MS Society Northern Ireland, The Resource Centre, 34 Annadale Avenue, Belfast, BT7 3JJ. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 02877764732. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Alison Norma Wilson (née Cloughan),  7 Drumconvis Road, Coagh

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Alison Norma Wilson (née Cloughan), September 26 2025, (suddenly) at her home, after a short illness, in the loving care of her Family, Alison Norma, dearly loved Wife of David, 7 Drumconvis Road, Coagh, devoted Mum of Carolyn and Matthew, beloved Daughter of the late David and Joy, loving Sister of Elaine and Andrew, a dear Daughter-in-Law of Eric and Wilma, dearest Sister-in-Law of Alastair and Denise and a loving Aunt of Alanna, Kendra and Jayden. All welcome at the Family home on Saturday (September 27) from 3:00pm – 9:00pm. Funeral will take place from her home on Sunday, September 28 at 2:30pm to Coagh Presbyterian Church for service at 3:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to NIPANC can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. “Forever in our hearts”