Derry Death Notices - Monday, October 27, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Nathaniel (Nat) Catherwood, 3 Grove Terrace, Maghera

• Lynn Connor, University Court, Coleraine

• Margaret Rose Evans (née Ritchie), 32 Queens Avenue, Magherafelt

• Mary Hylands, Ballyrashane Road, Coleraine

• Deirdre McErlean (née Loughery), 106a Moneysharvin Road, Maghera

• James Alexander (Alec) McNatt, 41B Whitehill Road, Eglinton (Formerly of Manorcunningham)

Nathaniel (Nat) Catherwood, 3 Grove Terrace, Maghera

It is with deep sorrow and regret that we announce the passing of Nathaniel (Nat) Catherwood, October 26 2025, (suddenly) at his home, 3 Grove Terrace, Maghera, dearly loved and devoted father of Louise, Gail and Vernon, much loved father-in-law of Billy and Aaron, loving granda of Nathan, Ryan, Kyle, Matthew, Lisa, Steven and Nigel and dearest great-grandfather of Emilee, Connor, Josè, Jack, Ajay, Dylan, Joshua, Dawson, Eli and Marley. House strictly private. Funeral arrangements later. “Safe in the arms of Jesus”

Lynn Connor, University Court, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Lynn Connor, October 24 2025, peacefully, at Royal Victoria Hospital, University Court, Coleraine, daughter of the late Ralph and Anne, dear sister of Gary, sister-in-law of Pauline and aunt of Craig and Amy. Graveside service at Ballymoney Cemetery on Tuesday at 2.00pm. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Alzheimer's Society c/o James McMullan & Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle.

Margaret Rose Evans (née Ritchie), 32 Queens Avenue, Magherafelt

The death has occurred of the late Margaret Rose Evans (née Ritchie), October 26 2025, (peacefully) at her home, surrounded by her loving Family, dearly beloved Wife of the late Matt, 32 Queens Avenue, Magherafelt, much loved Mother of Barbara, Stephen and Nigel, loving Mother-in-Law of Johnston, Jennifer and Sharon and much adored Granny of Jennifer, Richard and Matthew. House strictly private. Wake and Funeral arrangements to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP.

Mary Hylands, Ballyrashane Road, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Mary Hylands, October 25 2025, (peacefully) at hospital, late of Ratheane Nursing Home and formerly Ballyrashane Road, Coleraine, dear beloved wife of the late Billy, dear mother of Aiden, Kathleen, John, Christine, Mary, Andrew and the late Mitchell and William and a dearest granny and great-granny. Service in Ballyrashane Parish Church on Wednesday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for N.I. Chest, Heart and Stroke Association c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Friends and family welcome at 100 Ballyrashane Road, Coleraine on Monday from 5.00pm to 9.00pm. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters, their partners, grandchildren great-grandchildren and entire family circle.

Deirdre McErlean (née Loughery), 106a Moneysharvin Road, Maghera

The death has occurred of the late Deirdre McErlean (née Loughery), October 25 2025, Peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late John. Much loved mother of Karl and Jill O’Donnell. Devoted grandmother of Oran, Aobha, Callum, Ronan and Shauna. Daughter of the late Jim and Bridget Loughery and sister of Maybeth McLarnon and the late Christy and Joe. Funeral from her home, 106a Moneysharvin Road, BT46 5HY on Tuesday, October 28 at 10.15am for 11.00am 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. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughter, grandchildren, son in law Damien, daughter in law Yanti, sister, nephews, nieces and wider family circle. Enquiries available via J A Gormley Funeral Directors Maghera & Coleraine.

James Alexander (Alec) McNatt, 41B Whitehill Road, Eglinton (Formerly of Manorcunningham)

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of James Alexander (Alec) McNatt, October 25 2025, Peacefully (surrounded by his loving family in his 86th year) at his son's residence and formerly of Tullybogley, Manorcunningham, Co. Donegal, loving father of Stephen and David, much loved father-in-law of Shelley, grandfather of Ryan and dear brother of Violet, and the late Robert and Sammy. Funeral Service in Kilfennan Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, October 28 2025 at 12.30pm followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. House private family only please, at his sons home, 41B Whitehill Road, Eglinton BT47 3JT. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheque made payable to Marie Curie email address would be appreciated for receipts) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ. Very deeply regretted by his sorrowing family and family circle. "Silent thoughts of times together, hold memories that will last forever"