Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, December 16, 2025

The following deaths have occurred:-

• William Robert Chambers, Coleraine

• Brendan (Benny) Devlin, 40 Drumrot Road, Moneymore

• Lila Doherty, 95 Drumard Park, Derry

• Philomena McAnee (née Doherty), 43 Lisnarea Avenue, Derry

• Cathal McKenna, 5 Glenshane Park, Draperstown

• Joseph (Joe) O’Neill, 744 Feeny Road, Dungiven (Formerly of Rocktown)

• Reginald (Reggie) Patterson, 7 Gortgranagh Drive, Coleraine

• Isobel Florence Peden (née Seffen), 40 Station Road, Maghera

• Martin Óg Shaw, 469 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea (Updated Funeral Arrangements)

• John (Liam) Sheerin, Ardlough Care Home, Derry

William Robert Chambers, Coleraine

The death has taken place of William Robert Chambers, December 14 2025, (peacefully) at Cottage Care Home, Coleraine, (in his 91st year), son of the late Tommy and Margaret, dearly loved brother of Annie (Lennox) and the late Violet, Tommy, Girlie, Alex, Winston and Mabel (infant) and also a dear uncle and great-uncle. Funeral arrangements later. Lovingly remembered by the entire family circle. “Safe in the arms of Jesus”

Brendan (Benny) Devlin, 40 Drumrot Road, Moneymore

The death has taken place of Brendan (Benny) Devlin, December 13 2025, (40 Drumrot Road, Moneymore) beloved husband of Frances and loving father of Catherine, Laura (Mirek) and Damian (Melissa) the late Brendan (Died at infancy), Grandfather of Ryan Matthew Jude Eva Éamonn Óg, Cónnall, Sophia, Magdalena and Jan, great grandfather of Violet May and Zachary. Son of the late Brendan and Joyce Devlin and dear brother of Eugene, Joyce, Michael, Bridget and the late Margaret Henry and Patsy. Funeral from his home, 40 Drumrot Road, Moneymore on Wednesday, December 17 at 10.30am for 11.00am 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 his soul. Deeply regretted by his wife, son and daughters and their partners, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters and extended family circle. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am.

Lila Doherty, 95 Drumard Park, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Lila Doherty, December 14 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, LILA, beloved daughter of the late Bobby and Bridget, loving sister of Frankie and Marie, a dear aunt and great-aunt. Loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Lila will be reposing at her home, 95 Drumard Park. House Private From 10:00pm to 11:00am. Funeral leaving her home on Wednesday, December 17 at 9:20am to Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

Philomena McAnee (née Doherty), 43 Lisnarea Avenue, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Philomena McAnee (née Doherty), December 15 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, (formerly of Broadway, Creggan), beloved wife of the late Cathal, loving mother of Deirdre, Grainne and Ciara, Dear mother -in-law to Declan, Andy, Columba and Paul, devoted grandmother of Caitlin, Ava, Abbie, Eimear and Amelia. Loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Philomena will be reposing at her home, 43 Lisnarea Avenue. House Private From 10:00pm to 11:00am. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, December 18 at 9:20am to St. Patrick’s Church Pennyburn for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

Cathal McKenna, 5 Glenshane Park, Draperstown

The death has taken place of Cathal McKenna, December 14 2025, beloved son of Larry and Brenda, dearly loved brother of Charlene (McGovern) and Laura (Trainor), much loved uncle of Daniel, Grace, Aoife and Éadaoin. Funeral from his home, 5 Glenshane Park, Draperstown on Thursday, December 18 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St. Columba Straw, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his father, mother, sisters, brothers in law Gerard and Seamus, nephew, nieces, grandfather, aunts, uncles and the extended family circle and friends. Wake time from 3.00pm to 9.00pm on Tuesday and Wednesday. The wake for Cathal will commence at 3.00pm on Tuesday, December 16.

Joseph (Joe) O’Neill, 744 Feeny Road, Dungiven (Formerly of Rocktown)

Funeral arrangements for the late Joseph (Joe) O’Neill, December 15 2025, Peacefully at Oakleaves Care Home, Derry City (Dungiven and formerly Rocktown), surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Loretto (née Laverty) and Loving father of Michelle Murphy, Aimee Craig, Joseph, Dominic and Jo-Ann McAlinden. Grandfather of Enda, Faye, Aoife, Finola, Chloe, Mia, Roísín, Clodagh, Connlá and Páiric. Son of the late John and Mary Ann. Brother of Rosaleen Kerr, Seamus, Anne Gilligan, Michael, Hugh, Brendan, Geraldine Duggan, Kevin, Pauline, Fergal and Declan and the late John, Rita Quigg, Gerard. House strictly private at Joe’s request. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to DEEDS (Dementia Engaged and Empowered Derry & Strabane). Funeral from his home, 744 Feeny Road, BT47 4TB on Wednesday, December 17 at 10.10am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Dungiven. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed via: church-of-st-patrick - MCN. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his Soul. Deeply regretted by sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, sons-in-law Paul, Raymond, Niall, daughters-in-law Nicole and Agnes, nephews, nieces and wider family. Enquiries to www.jagormley.com Tel: 07733327532.

Reginald (Reggie) Patterson, 7 Gortgranagh Drive, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Reginald (Reggie) Patterson, December 13 2025, peacefully at home, 7 Gortgranagh Drive, Coleraine. Dearly loved husband of the late Anne, loving father of Judith, Claire, Diane and Sarah and father-in-law of Ciarán, Phil and Kevin; devoted grandfather of Liam, Patrick, Michael, Alfie, Rose, Matthew, Luke and Joseph and dear brother of Louise. Service of Thanksgiving in St. Patrick’s Parish Church, Coleraine on Saturday, December 20 2025 at 12noon. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Marie Curie 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.

Isobel Florence Peden (née Seffen), 40 Station Road, Maghera

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Isobel Florence Peden (née Seffen), December 13 2025, (suddenly) at Antrim Area Hospital, dearly beloved Wife of the late John, 40 Station Road, Maghera, much loved Mother of Gavin and Jonathan, devoted Grandmother of Jonathan (late), Alec, Daniel, Kai and Scarlett-Jayne, a loving Mother-in-Law of Peter and dearest Sister of Margaret, Sandra, Helen and the late Jim, Sylvia, Tommy and Georgina. All welcome at her home on Tuesday, December 16 from 1:00pm - 8:00pm. Funeral will take place from her home on Wednesday, December 17 at 2:30pm, to Maghera Presbyterian Church for service at 3:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Rheumatology Department, Musgrave Park Hospital, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. "Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts"

Martin Óg Shaw, 469 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea (Updated Funeral Arrangements)

Updated arrangements for the late Martin Óg Shaw (Kilrea), died December 12 2025. N.B. House strictly private please. Martin Óg R.I.P. beloved son of Mairead (McAuley) and the late Martin Shaw; loving brother of Dyllon, Sorchá, Dean, Paul and Stephen and stepson of Ivan. Funeral from his late residence, 469 Beechview Gardens, on Wednesday at 11:20am for 12 noon Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Drumagarner. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Everyone welcome to attend. St. Pio & St. Anthony pray for him. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle and all his friends. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the NI Chest, Heart & Stroke can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

John (Liam) Sheerin, Ardlough Care Home, Derry

The death has taken place of John (Liam, aged 62) Sheerin, died peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on December 14 2025. Former resident of Ardlough Care Home, who will be sorely missed by all staff and residents. Son of the late Bernadette Radcliff, brother of Patrick Sheerin. Will be missed by the wider family circle. Liam is now reposing at Ardlough Care Home, with the wake on Tuesday, December 16 from 2:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral leaving Ardlough Care Home on Wednesday, December 17 at 9:00am to St. Columba's Church, Longtower for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if wished, to The Residents' Comfort Fund, Ardlough Care Home, Ardlough Road, Waterside, BT47 5SW. "O Holy St. Anthony, your love for God made you worthy to possess miraculous powers. Whisper our petition into the ears of the sweet infant Jesus, asking Him to grant the soul of our departed loved one, Liam, the grace of eternal rest and peace in Heaven."