Derry Death Notices - Thursday, October 16, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Michael Patrick Bradley, 29 Disert Road, Draperstown

• Peter Kearney, 49 Oldtown Road, Bellaghy

• Maeve Kerr (née McEneaney), 38 Hillview Avenue, Prehen, Derry

• Evan Macauley, 13 Seafield Park, Portstewart

• Daniel (Danny) McCrory, Derry

• Derek Graham McQuillan, 1 Kings Road, Coleraine

• Pastor Robert Hugh Scott, 6 Hillmount Crescent, Tobermore

Michael Patrick Bradley, 29 Disert Road, Draperstown

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Michael Patrick Bradley of Labby passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. Dearly beloved husband of Molly and devoted father of Joyce, Shane, Clement (Kathy), Marlene (Andrew), Caroline, Sheelagh and Brenda (Paddy). Much loved and cherished Granda of Shànnen (Johnny), Lauren, Rosa, Ellen-Rose, Michael, Peadar, Daithí, Leona, Faith (died in infancy), Evie-Mae, Aodhán, Lorcán, Fiachra, Iarla and Éibhleann. Much loved son of the late Mickey and Rose Bradley and dear brother of John, Jim, Rosemary, Donal, Bernadette (died at birth), Margaret, Veronica and Imelda. Reposing at the Bradley family home. Family time frpm 10.00pm until 11.00am. The Bradley family encourage attendees to use the transport provided from McTeagues family home (sign posted) at the bottom of Disert Road to lessen the traffic on the Disert Road. Funeral from his late home, 29 Disert Road, Draperstown BT457JN on Friday, October 17 at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St. Columba’s Church Straw, burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.

Peter Kearney, 49 Oldtown Road, Bellaghy

The death has occurred of the late Peter Kearney, October 13 2025, (passed away at home surrounded by his loving family, 49 Oldtown Road, Bellaghy), beloved husband of Kathleen, much loved father of Gregory, Aaron, Catherine (Wallace), Liam and Marie Therese (Moane) and loving brother of Henry John, Lily (McStocker), Margaret (Walsh), Mary Anne (Muldoon) and the late Ambrose and Willie. Peter’s remains will leave his late residence on Thursday, October 16 at 10.20am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family time requested please between 9.00pm and 12noon. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brother, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Padre Pio Pray for him. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.

Maeve Kerr (née McEneaney), 38 Hillview Avenue, Prehen, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Maeve Kerr (née McEneaney), October 14 2025, peacefully at her home, 38 Hillview Avenue, Prehen, beloved wife of the late Desmond (Des), loving mother of Brendan, Dermot, Deirdre, Adrian, Paul and Caroline, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a dear and loving sister to Anne, Angela, Seamus and the late Biney and Dympna. Maeve will be reposing at her home on Thursday from 11:00am to 10:00pm. House private on Friday morning. Funeral leaving her home on Friday at 9:20am to St. Columb’s Church, Chapel Road for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

Evan Macauley, 13 Seafield Park, Portstewart

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Evan Macauley, October 13 2025, suddenly at 13 Seafield Park, Portstewart. Evan, dearly loved father of James and Robert, loved brother of Derek, Nigel, Richard and Ruth. Funeral Service in Wades Funeral Home on Monday, October 20 at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if wished, for NI Chest, Heart & Stroke, c/o Hugh Wade & Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.

Daniel (Danny) McCrory, Derry

The death has taken place of Daniel (Danny) McCrory, October 14 2025, peacefully at his home, beloved husband of Ann, loving father of Aiden, Daniel, Ann Marie and the late Barry, devoted granddad to Shea, Darragh, Gary, Jammie and Johnathan, dear son of the late Charlie and Bridget (Omagh) and a cherished uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle and all his friends and neighbours. Danny will be reposing at his home on Thursday, October 16 and Friday, October 17 from 11:00am to 10:00pm. Funeral leaving his home on Saturday, October 18 at 10:20am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 11:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.

Derek Graham McQuillan, 1 Kings Road, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late Derek Graham McQuillan, October 14 2025, peacefully at home, 1 Kings Road, Coleraine. Much loved husband of Marlene, adored dad of Paula (Neil) and Hayley (Mark), brother of Norman and the late Alex, Iza, Joey and Pat. Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects at Derek's home from 3.00pm - 5.00pm and 7.00pm - 9.00pm on Thursday and Friday. Funeral service in Macosquin Parish Church on Saturday at 11.00am followed by interment in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Prostate Cancer c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. Forever in our hearts.

Pastor Robert Hugh Scott, 6 Hillmount Crescent, Tobermore

The death has taken place of Pastor Robert Hugh Scott, October 14 2025, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, formerly of 6 Hillmount Crescent, Tobermore and latterly of Magherafelt Manor Nursing Home, dearly loved Husband of the recently deceased Charlotte Alena (Ena), much loved Dad of Clive, Stephanie and Philip, a loving Father-in-Law of Janet, Tom and Wendy, devoted Granda of Stephen, Jeff, Clare, Sarah, Andrew, Ethan, Shannon, Alex, Katie, Andrew, Beth, Hannah and Jessie, Great Granda of Anna, Daniel, Thomas, Beth, Nathaniel, Nehemiah, Faith, Harry and Louis and dearest Brother of Gladys, Yvonne, Tillie and the late Mary and infant Tommy. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Thursday evening (October 16) from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Robert’s Life will take place in Tobermore Presbyterian Church (kindly granted) on Friday, October 17 at 2:00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Elim Missions, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. “Be still, and know that I am God” Psalm 46 v 10a