Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, December 2, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Barbara Irene (Aggie) Allen, 12A Drumalief Road, Limavady

• Mary Elizabeth (Molly) Allen (née Yearl), 8 Edmund Court, Tobermore

• Eileen Hazel Jean Buchanan (née Crowe), 162 Victoria Road, Bready

• Jean Campbell, 29 Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry

• James Colvin, Coleraine

• Marian Theresa Devlin (née Diamond), 9 Old Mill Court, Moneymore

• Noreen Egan (née McDermott), 25 Crescent, Chartham, Canterbury (formerly Main Street, Dungiven)

• Darren George Henderson, 133 Bushmills Road, Coleraine

• Jeanette Irwin (née Cahoon), 14 Cambridge Park, Coleraine

• Maureen Louden (née Northey), 74A Culmore Point, Derry

• Eleanor Martin (née Anderson), Australia (Formerly of Market Street, Moneymore)

• Sarah (Sadie) McCready (née Currie), 1 Rectory Road, Tobermore

• Doris Mary McDowell (née Scholes), Moneycarrie Road, Garvagh

• Terence (Terry) O'Kane, Limavady

• Shirley Parke (née Kerr), 34 Knocknougher Road, Articlave

• Vivian Helen Truss (née Keys), Bushmills

Barbara Irene (Aggie) Allen, 12A Drumalief Road, Limavady

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Barbara Irene (Aggie) Allen, Passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on November 30 2025. Late of 12A Drumalief Road, Limavady. Much loved mother of Olsen, devoted Nana of Amanda, Lesley and Aimee loving Great Granny of Kelsie, Skye, Carter, Willow and Heidi. House private. All welcome to the funeral service held at her late home on Wednesday at 1.00pm followed by graveside service in Derramore Presbyterian Church at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Air Ambulance NI and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est. Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her entire family circle.

Mary Elizabeth (Molly) Allen (née Yearl), 8 Edmund Court, Tobermore

The death has taken  place of Mary Elizabeth (Molly) Allen (née Yearl), November 30 2025, (peacefully) at Belfast City Hospital, dearly loved Partner of the late Raymond, 8 Edmund Court, Tobermore, devoted Mother of Paul, Rhonda and Lee, loving Mother-in-Law of Diane, Gareth and Jenni, loved Grandmother of Kole, Missy and Teddy, proud Great Grandmother of Niko and a dear Sister. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Tuesday evening (December 2) from 6:30pm - 9:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Molly's Life will take place in D. Watters Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 3 at 1:00pm, followed by burial in Kilcronaghan Parish Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Friends of the Cancer Centre, Belfast City Hospital, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. "God saw the road was getting rough, the hills were hard to climb. He gently closed those loving eyes and whispered peace be thine"

Eileen Hazel Jean Buchanan (née Crowe), 162 Victoria Road, Bready

Funeral arrangements for the late Eileen Hazel Jean Buchanan (née Crowe), November 30 2025, Peacefully at her home, 162 Victoria Road, Bready (surrounded by her loving family) much loved and devoted wife of Alastair, cherished mum of Stephen, Ian and Sharon, loving mother-in-law of Emma, Rachel and Christopher, adored granny of Kate, James, Robbie, Max and George, dearest sister of William and Ruby, a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Private burial will take place in Mountcastle Cemetery. Service of Thanksgiving for her life will be held in Bready Reformed Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, December 3 at 1.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to The Good News for Everyone or Marie Curie c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Chch Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT473QQ. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home from 5pm on Monday and from 11.00am on Tuesday. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is a store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day,” 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Jean Campbell, 29 Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry

The death has occurred of Jean Campbell, November 29 2025, suddenly at her home, 29 Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry. Beloved wife of the late David. Loving sister of Mary and Sammy and the late Helen and Andy. Dearest sister-in-law of Wallace. Deeply regretted by all her nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. Funeral arrangements to be confirmed later. House is private. The Lord Is My Shepherd.

James Colvin, Coleraine

The death has taken place of James Colvin, November 30 2025, at hospital (surrounded by his family) James, dearly loved husband of the late Mary and much loved father of Jim, Avril, Carol, John, Margaret, Valerie and the late Ann; a much loved granda, great-granda and brother. Family flowers only please. Service of Thanksgiving in Wades Funeral Home, Coleraine, on Wednesday at 11 a.m., followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Donations, if wished, for Macmillan Cancer Support, 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.

Marian Theresa Devlin (née Diamond), 9 Old Mill Court, Moneymore

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Marian Theresa Devlin (née Diamond), (9 Old Mill Court, Moneymore) November 30  2025, suddenly passed away surrounded by family and friends, beloved wife the late Eugene and loving mother of Kieran, Michelle, Emma, Catherine, Grandmother of Bella-Rose and Austyn and dear sister of Patsy, Michael, Oliver, Dominic, Gregory, Anne, Mary, Martina and the late Desmond. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral from her home, 9 Old Mill Court, Moneymore on Wednesday, December 3 at 1.30pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in Church of St. John and St. Trea Moneymore via webcam at st-john-trea-church-moneymore - MCN. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her son. daughters, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, sisters in law Claire, Dolores, Geraldine, Charlie, Martin and the extended family circle and friends. 

Noreen Egan (née McDermott), 25 Crescent, Chartham, Canterbury (formerly Main Street, Dungiven)

The death has occurred of Noreen Egan (née McDermott), November 26 2025, peacefully at Bedford Charter House, England. Beloved wife of the late Bernard, 25 Crescent, Chartham, Canterbury (formerly Main Street, Dungiven, Co. Derry), loving mother of Anne, mother-in-law of Ian, much loved grandfather of Alice, Charles and Jim, dear sister of the late Rosie Hegarty, Harry, Sr. Emmanuel, Sr. Cecilia, Mary Farrelly, Ethna Deeny, Sr. Sheila, Anna McElhinney and Michael. Requiem Mass can be viewed live on Monday, December 15 at 12noon via the link: https://stthomasofcanterbury.com/livestream/. Please ensure that you watch the live-stream services on time as they are not currently recorded. Deeply regretted by her extended family circle. Jesus Good Shepherd have mercy on her soul. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Darren George Henderson, 133 Bushmills Road, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Darren George Henderson, December 1 2025, peacefully at his home, 133 Bushmills Road, Coleraine, much loved son of the late John and Gretta and loving brother of Paul, Debbie, Louise, Liane and Gareth, and a much loved uncle to his nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces. Service to be held in his sister Debbie’s home, 48 Hazelbank Road, Coleraine on Thursday at 11.00am followed by interment at Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Marie Curie (NI) c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Friends are welcome to call at Debbie’s home, 48 Hazelbank Road, Coleraine on Tuesday and Wednesday between the hours of 1.00pm and 7.00pm. Lovingly remembered by all his family circle.

Jeanette Irwin (née Cahoon), 14 Cambridge Park, Coleraine

The death has occurred of the late Jeanette Irwin (née Cahoon), November 30 2025, (peacefully) at hospital, 14 Cambridge Park, Coleraine, dearly loved wife of Samuel (Moore), much loved mother of Gary and Paul, a dear mother-in-law, devoted granny of Poppy, Kallie and Eva, treasured aunt of Debbie and a dear sister and aunt. Following a private family committal a Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Portrush Baptist Church on Wednesday at 11.30am. House strictly private. Flowers or donations if desired for Portrush Baptist Church c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by her loving family, friends and entire family circle.

Maureen Louden (née Northey), 74A Culmore Point, Derry

The death has taken place of Maureen Louden (née Northey), December 1 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of Ken, 74A Culmore Point, loving mother of Peter and John, cherished mother-in-law of Louise, devoted grandmother of Lucy, Amy and Harry, dear sister of Lorna, David, Kate, Bryan and the late Sandy and Terry and a much loved aunt. Deeply regretted by all her extended family and friends. House strictly private please. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Directors, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Tuesday, December 2 2025 from 5.00pm - 8.00pm. Funeral service will take place in her home on Thursday at 11o’clock (All welcome) followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Marie Curie Cancer Care, 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh, BT78 5EJ. The Lord is my shepherd.

Eleanor Martin (née Anderson), Australia (Formerly of Market Street, Moneymore)

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Eleanor Martin (née Anderson), November 30 2025, (peacefully) in Sydney Australia and formerly of Market Street, Moneymore, Eleanor, darling Wife of Terry, Daughter of the late Maggie and Francie Anderson, beloved Sister of Shirley and Trevor, Sister-in-Law of Noel and Lorraine and loving Aunty of Wendy, Linda, Julie and Graham. Lovingly remembered by the entire Family Circle.

Sarah (Sadie) McCready (née Currie), 1 Rectory Road, Tobermore

The death has occurred of the late Sarah (Sadie) McCready (née Currie), November 30 2025, (peacefully), (in her 96th year), 1 Rectory Road, Tobermore, much loved Mother of Anne (John) and Margaret (Patrick), adoring and proud Granny of Carly, Stephen, Sophie and Erin, Daughter-in-Law of the late Bobby and Bella, a dear Sister of the late Agnes, Martha, Hilda, Billy, Joe and Lizzie and a loving Aunt. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Wednesday evening, December 3 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Funeral will take place from D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Thursday, December 4 at 1:30pm, to Kilcronaghan Parish Church for service at 2:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. "Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on"

Doris Mary McDowell (née Scholes), Moneycarrie Road, Garvagh

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Doris Mary McDowell (née Scholes), November 30 2025, peacefully at hospital, Moneycarrie Road, Garvagh, dearly beloved wife of the late Ronnie, much loved mother of Corinne and Michelle, mother-in-law of Stephen and Jason and much loved granny of Ryan, Lauren, Joe and Louis. A service of committal will take place in 1st Garvagh Presbyterian Churchyard on Thursday at 2.30pm. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Cancer Research 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.

Terence (Terry) O'Kane, Limavady

The death has taken place of Terence (Terry) O'Kane, December 1 2025, peacefully at Rush Hall Care Home, formerley of Church Street, Limavady. Devoted husband of the late Anne R.I.P. Beloved Uncle of Geraldine and Maureen and brother-in-law of Jack Duffy. Dear brother of the late Vincent, John and Charlie R.I.P. His remains will repose at 157 Meadowvale Park where all are welcome to call at the house. Funeral from there on Thursday, December 4 at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St.Marys Church. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. St. Joseph pray for him.

Shirley Parke (née Kerr), 34 Knocknougher Road, Articlave

The death has occurred of the late Shirley Parke (née Kerr), November 30 2025, (peacefully) at her home, 34 Knocknougher Road, Articlave, dearly loved wife of John, loving mother of Ruth and Wesley, mother-in-law to Roz and Nathan, much loved daughter of Teenie, dear sister of Jacqui, sister-in-law of Daphne and John and loving aunt of Gregory, Nadine, Douglas and David. Service in St. Paul’s Church, Articlave on Thursday at 2.00pm followed by interment in the adjoining churchyard.
House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Marie Curie Nurses c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle.

Vivian Helen Truss (née Keys), Bushmills

The death has taken place of Vivian Helen Truss (née Keys), November 29 2025. (peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and in the tender care of the team at Madelayne Court, Portstewart), formerly of Bushmills. Dearly beloved wife of the late Allan, loving mother of Melanie and Richard, mother-in-law of Dave and devoted grandmother of Eve and Lucy. Service in Murdock’s Funeral Home, 2A Windsor Avenue, Coleraine on Wednesday at 1.00pm followed by interment in Dunluce Parish Churchyard. Viewing at Murdock’s Funeral Home, 2a Windsor Avenue, Coleraine on Tuesday from 4.00pm to 7.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Madelayne Court Residents Fund or Parkinsons UK c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle.