Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, December 9, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Thomas (Tom) Booth, 3 Moyola Gardens, Castledawson

• Sinéad Coxhill (née Mullan), 7 Rodney Street, Portrush (Formerly of Ballerin)

• Alan Dawson, 4 Termoneeny Park, Knockloughrim

• Neil Doherty, 18 Deanfield, Limavady Road, Derry

• Margaret “Peggie” Donaghy (née O’Hagan), 38 Garvagh Road, Dungiven

• Brian Martin, 39 Demense Avenue, Derry

• Eamon Melaugh, Derry

• Felix McGurk, 55 Bell’s Hill, Limavady

• Catherine Ann Patterson (née Ross), 1 Lapwing Way, Clooney

• Samuel John (Sam) Porter, Coleraine

• Harry Quigg, Edenmore Road, Limavady

• Leonard Rankin, 65 Monnaboy Road, Eglinton

• Maureen Watterson (née Patterson), 27 Highfield Road, Magherafelt

• Samuel James (Jim) Wright, 39 Alexander Park, Upperlands

Thomas (Tom) Booth, 3 Moyola Gardens, Castledawson

The death has taken place of Thomas (Tom) Booth, December 7 2025, (suddenly but peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, dearly beloved husband of Marcella, 3 Moyola Gardens, Castledawson, much loved and devoted father of Jacqueline, Darren, Gareth, Steven, Dean, Gavin and Aimee-Lee, also a dear father-in-law, loving granda of Scarlett, Tammy-Dakota, Halliee-Ray, Brody, Kyla, Blake, Remy, Tommy, Ollie, Jake, Josh and Arthur, cherished brother of Muriel, Norman, Eddie, Rodney, Sylvia, Wendy, Trevor and Leonard and dearest son-in-law of Alice and the late Raymond. Family and friends welcome at his home on Tuesday (December 9) from 12noon – 9:00pm. Funeral from his home on Wednesday (December 10) at 11.00am for service in Christ Church Parish Church at 11:30am followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Chest, Heart and Stroke payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donations A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Will always be loved and remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd” Psalm 23 v 1

Sinéad Coxhill (née Mullan), 7 Rodney Street, Portrush (Formerly of Ballerin)

Funeral arrangements for the late Sinéad Coxhill (née Mullan) Died December 8 2025. (Portrush & formerly Ballerin) N.B. Sinéad is reposing at her brother Karl’s home, 54A Coolnasillagh Road, Ballerin. BT51 5EN. Everyone welcome to call from 11.00am on Tuesday. Peacefully at home Sinéad R.I.P. late of 7 Rodney Street, Portrush. Beloved daughter of the late Peter & Jean Mullan; loving sister of Paul, Fionnuala, Roisin, Imelda and Karl; sister-in-law of Nuala, Pat, Patrick, Gerard and Rita and a much adored aunt and great aunt. Funeral from Karl’s home on Wednesday at 1:50pm for 2:30pm Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Ballerin. (Mass will be broadcast live on the parish website http://www.errigalparish.com/media.html). Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. May her gentle Soul rest in peace. Deeply regretted by the entire Mullan family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Cancer Research UK can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

Alan Dawson, 4 Termoneeny Park, Knockloughrim

The death has taken place of Alan Dawson, December 6 2025, (peacefully), at Antrim Area Hospital, after a short illness, 4 Termoneeny Park, Knockloughrim, dearly beloved husband of June, much loved brother of Aileen and the late Betty, loving son of the late Robert and Ruby and also a dear brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Family and friends welcome at his home on Tuesday (December 9) and Wednesday (December 10) from 3:00pm – 9:00pm. Funeral from his home on Thursday (December 11) at 1:30pm for service in Termoneeny Parish Church at 1:45pm followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Termoneeny Parish Church Building Fund payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donations A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Lovingly remembered by his wife and the entire family circle.

Neil Doherty, 18 Deanfield, Limavady Road, Derry

The death has taken place of Neil Doherty, December 7 2025, beloved husband of the late Bronagh, 18 Deanfield, Limavady Road, loving father of Conor, Aoife and the late Fergus, father-in-law of Sara, devoted grandfather of Farah and dear brother of Kathleen and the late Judith, Jack and Edward. Neil's remains will be reposing in his home on Tuesday from 1.00pm - 9.00pm. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 1.30pm for 2o'clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ardmore. A private cremation will take place later. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to the Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Margaret “Peggie” Donaghy (née O’Hagan), 38 Garvagh Road, Dungiven

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Margaret “Peggie” Donaghy (née O’Hagan), peacefully at Ann’s Care Home on December 8 2025. May she rest in peace. Late of 38 Garvagh Road, Dungiven, Co Derry, BT47 4LU. Beloved wife of the late Frank RIP and loving mother of Francis (Donna), Paul (Margaret), Deirdre (Seamus), Seamus (Martina), Thomas (Siobhan), Raymond (Emma) and Margaret. A devoted grandmother and great grandmother. Daughter of the late Margaret and James R.I.P and dear sister of Thomas and the late John, Francie, James, Rena and Jean RIP. Wake at her late home commencing at 3.00pm on Tuesday, December 9. Family time 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral on Thursday, December 11 2025 leaving her late home at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.
Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam: https://mcn.live/Camera/church-of-st-patrick. Family flowers only please and donations if wished in lieu to Dementia N.I c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Our Lady of Knock pray for her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

Brian Martin, 39 Demense Avenue, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Brian Martin, December 7 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, after a short illness, (formerly of Dawros Gardens), beloved husband of the late Helen, loving father of Nicola, dear father-in-law to Shaun, devoted grandfather of Freddie, dear son of the late Manus and Kathleen, cherished brother of Margaret, Connie, Johnny. Dinny, Marie, Eugene and the late Noel, Hugo, Manus, Janet and Breege, and a loving uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Brian will be reposing at his home, 39 Demense Avenue. House Private From 10:00pm to 11:00am. Funeral leaving his home on Wednesday, December 10 at 11:30am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 12:00noon. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.

Eamon Melaugh, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Eamon Melaugh, December 8 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, aged 92 years, beloved husband of Mary, late of Alexander House, loving father of Martin, Terence, Colm, Bernie, Kieran, Irene, Dermott, Deirdre, Aidan, Seamus and Ursla, a cherished father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather and dear brother of Irene and the late Harry, Marie and Goretti. Sadly missed by all his extended family and friends. Eamon will be reposing in his daughter's home, 3 Sandringham Drive, Prehen, BT47 2PQ, on Tuesday from 1.00pm - 9,00pm. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 9.30am for 10o'clock Requiem Mass in St Columba's Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Forever in our hearts

Felix McGurk, 55 Bell’s Hill, Limavady

Funeral arrangements for the late Felix McGurk, December 7 2025 beloved husband of the late Anne, loving father of John, Siobhan and Debbie, father-in-law of Deirdre, Thomas and Mark, much loved grandfather of Finn, Patrick, Anna, Conor and Charlie, son of the late Patrick and Nellie (Tullybrisland, Greysteel) and dear brother of Hughie, Una and the late Gerard, Charlie, Celine, Angela, Brendan, Eileen and Bridie. Felix is reposing in his home, 55 Bell’s Hill, Limavady on Tuesday from 12noon – 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 12.30pm for 1o’clock Requiem Mass in Christ The King Church, Limavady. Interment afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Marie Curie, 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh, BT78 5EJ. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Catherine Ann Patterson (née Ross), 1 Lapwing Way, Clooney

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Catherine Ann Patterson (née Ross), December 7 2025, Suddenly at her home (1 Lapwing Way, Clooney, surrounded by her loving family) much loved mum of Darren, Koyln and Hayley, a loving mother-in-law of Gillian and Lyndsey, adored nanna of Lewis, Lily, Holly, Alex, Polly, and Paityn, dearest sister of Lynette and Elaine. Service of Thanksgiving in her late home on Wednesday, December 10 at 1.00pm, followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Tuesday from 3.00pm until 9.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. “Your presence is missed, but in our hearts you will live forever”

Samuel John (Sam) Porter, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Samuel John (Sam) Porter, December 6 2025, peacefully at Antrim Care Home, formerly of Coleraine and Limavady. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of Oswald, Sharon and Gillian, father-in-law of Joanne, Max and Dee, much loved grandfather of Olivia, Benjamin, Tamsin, Gilly, Zara and Sam and dear brother of Margaret. Service of Thanksgiving in Killowen Parish Church, Coleraine on Tuesday, December 16 2025 at 12noon followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for The RUC Benevolent Fund 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.

Harry Quigg, Edenmore Road, Limavady

The death has occurred of the late Harry Quigg, passed away peacefully at Cornfield Care Centre surrounded by his loving family on December 8 2025. Late of Edenmore Road, Limavady. Much loved Brother of the late Rosaleen and Jimmy. Loving Uncle of Cindy, Drew, Marisha and Natasha. Also a dear Great Uncle.vHouse strictly private. Funeral service will be held in the family home, 45 Bonnanaboigh, Dungiven on Thursday at 12noon. Followed by burial in Tamlaghtfinlagan Parish Church Ballykelly at 1.00pm (all welcome to graveside service). Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.

Leonard Rankin, 65 Monnaboy Road, Eglinton

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Leonard Rankin peacefully at home on December 8 2025. May he rest in peace. Late of 65 Monnaboy Road, Eglinton, Co Derry. Beloved husband of the late Mary R.I.P. Loving father of Ryan (Charlotte), Tara (Sean), Gareth (Orla) and Donna (Ryan). Devoted grandfather of Jerrard, Cole, Luca, Lucy, Jack, Ben, Ella, Leo, Alfie, Cian, Rosierai, Nora, Tom , Isla, the late Charlie RIP and great grandfather of Noeva, Daisy, Kayden and Skye.
Son of the late Dick and Cissie RIP and dear brother of Rita, Ken, Eugene and the late Marie RIP. Reposing at his late home. Funeral on Wednesday, December 10 2025, leaving his late home at 1.15pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Tamnaherin. Link https://st-marys-tamnaherin5.click2stream.com/. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu of flowers to Foyle Hospice c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022

Maureen Watterson (née Patterson), 27 Highfield Road, Magherafelt

The death has occurred of the late Maureen Watterson (née Patterson), December 6 2025, (suddenly) at her home, 27 Highfield Road, Magherafelt, beloved wife of the late Ben, much loved and devoted mother of Amanda, dear mother-in-law of Darren, loving nanny of Aaron and Ryan and dearest sister of Willis and Isobel. House strictly private. Family and friends welcome in Garvin’s Funeral Home, 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP on Tuesday evening (December 9) from 7:00pm – 8:30pm. Funeral service in Magherafelt Independent Methodist Church on Wednesday (December 10) at 1:30pm followed burial in Polepatrick Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Magherafelt Independent Methodist Church Building Fund payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donations A/c). Always loved and remembered by her family and the entire family circle. “Absent from the body, present with the Lord”

Samuel James (Jim) Wright, 39 Alexander Park, Upperlands

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Samuel James (Jim) Wright, December 7 2025z, (peacefully) at The Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, 39 Alexander Park, Upperlands, beloved Son of Charlie and the late Jean, much loved Brother of Jennifer and the late Roberta and Charles, a dear Brother-in-Law of Bushy and Jackie, a dearly loved Cousin of Alan and Clare and a loving Uncle, Great Uncle and Cousin. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Tuesday evening (December 9) from 6:00pm - 8:00pm and at his own home on Wednesday evening (December 10) from 4:00pm - 10:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Jim's Life will take place at his own home on Thursday, December 11 at 1:30pm, followed by burial in St. Lurach's Parish Churchyard, Maghera (at 2:15pm approx.). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered by the entire Family Circle. "You'll Never Walk Alone"