Derry Death Notices - Friday, January 9, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Margaret (Nancy) Agnew, Coleraine (Formerly of Rothesay Court and Castlerock)

• Sally Barr (née McGuirk), 3 Edenmore Road, Limavady (Updated funeral arrangements)

• Monica Brolly (née Forrest), 34 Shanreagh Park, Limavady

• Theo DeGrott, 20 Westland Avenue, Derry

• Gerald Etherson, 156 Dumagarner Road, Kilrea

• Henry (Harry) Kane, 602 Tullans Park, Coleraine

• James (Jim) McCorkell, 32 Rossbay, Limavady Road, Derry

• Ann McLaughlin (née Wade), 7 Glenbrook House, Derry

Margaret (Nancy) Agnew, Coleraine (Formerly of Rothesay Court and Castlerock)

The death has occurred of the late Margaret (Nancy) Agnew, January 6 2026, peacefully at Ratheane Nursing Home, formerly of Rothesay Court and Castlerock, dearly loved wife of the late John and friend to many. Funeral service in Wades Funeral Home on Saturday at 11.00am followed by interment in Downhill Burial Ground. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for NI Hospice or Terrace Row Presbyterian Church, 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 and friends.

Sally Barr (née McGuirk), 3 Edenmore Road, Limavady (Updated funeral arrangements)

The death has taken place of Sally Barr (née McGuirk), January 7 2026, Suddenly at her home: 3 Edenmore Road, Limavady. Loving mother of David, Kevin, and Amy, and a much loved grandmother. Daughter of the late Eileen and Tom. R.I.P. Dear sister of Nuala, Mary, Michael, Neil, and the late Kathleen R.I.P. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Wake will commence on Friday, January 9 at 6.00pm. Private family time from 10.00pm to 12noon please. Funeral from her home on Sunday, January 11 at 11.10am for Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church Faughanvale at 12noon followed by private cremation in Lakelands Crematorium Cavan. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Macmillan Cancer Support, PO Box 791. York House, York. https://www.macmillan.org.uk/donate/donate-in-memory. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady funeral directors. Telephone 028 77764732.

Monica Brolly (née Forrest), 34 Shanreagh Park, Limavady

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Monica Brolly (née Forrest), suddenly but peacefully, at home on January 8 2026. May she rest in peace. Late of 34 Shanreagh Park, Limavady, Co Derry. Beloved wife of Nigel. Loving mother of Ryan (Anne-Marie), Niall (Lynn), Aron (Kirsty) and Matthew (Emma). Devoted grandmother of Meghan, Adam, Killian, Grace, Darcy, Erin, Pearse, Katie and Matilda. Daughter of the late James and Mary RIP and dear sister of Donald, Tommy, Nellie, Deirdre, Gerard, Rita and the late Patsy, Marie, Kathleen, Francie, Lucie and Michael R.I.P. Reposing at her late home on Friday, January 9, wake commencing at 3.00pm. Family time 10.00pm to 11.00am. Funeral on Monday, January 12 2026 leaving at 09:20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Limavady. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church website https://limavadyparish.org/. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Foyle Hospice c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for her. Enquires to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

Theo DeGrott, 20 Westland Avenue, Derry

It is with deep regret and sorrow we announce the passing of Theo DeGrott, January 7 2026, peacefully at his home, 20 Westland Avenue, surrounded by his loving family, THEO, beloved husband of the late Marie, loving father of Steven and the late Karla, devoted grandfather of Lee, Sean, Shannon and Ciara and great-grandfather of Patrick and Clodagh, cherished brother of Rein, Jan, Alwina, Winnie and Geertje and a devoted uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle (Donegal and Holland). Theo will be reposing at his home. Funeral leaving his home on Saturday, January 10 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.

Gerald Etherson, 156 Dumagarner Road, Kilrea

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Gerald Etherson, January 8 2026, (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Gerald RIP, beloved husband of the late Alice (Ellie) (née Cassidy), much loved father of Gerald (Joanne) and Paul (Bronagh), loving brother of Bobby, Patsy, Danny, Harry, Bernie, Jean and the late James and dear granda to Matthew, Amy, Luke, Henry, Arthur, Annie and Jack. Gerald’s wake will officially begin in his late residence (156 Dumagarner Road, Kilrea) on Friday, January 9 at 10.00am. His remains will leave from there on Sunday, January 11 at 12.45pm for 1.30pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Drumagarner (which will be broadcast live via “WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors” Facebook page) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery remains. NB: Family time requested each day please between 10.00pm and 10.00am. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters in law, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred heart Jesus have mercy on his soul. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “SVP” c/o the family. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com.

Henry (Harry) Kane, 602 Tullans Park, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Henry (Harry) Kane, January 6 2026, (peacefully) at his home, 602 Tullans Park, Coleraine, dearly loved father of Janet, Sean, Judith and Gavin, father-in-law of Brian and the late Ian, grandfather of Ryan (Karen), Gary (Louise), Cameron, Hannah, Chloe and Calum and a much loved great-grandfather. Service in Murdock’s Funeral Home, 2A Windsor Avenue, Coleraine, on Thursday, January 15 at 11.00am followed by a private family cremation. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for NI Air Ambulance c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving family and entire family circle.

James (Jim) McCorkell, 32 Rossbay, Limavady Road, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late James (Jim) McCorkell, January 8 2026, Peacefully at his home, 32 Rossbay, Limavady Road (surrounded by his loving family and friends in his 85TH year) much loved and devoted husband of Ann, loving Daddy of Kathy (David), Jill (Mark) and Amy (Jamie). Adored Papa of Michael, Annie and Jill, dearest brother-in-law of Moira and Brian and life long friend of Jackie, Gail and Moore. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Marie Curie Cancer Care or Neonatal Unit, Royal Victoria Hospital, c/o Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ. “His life, a beautiful memory. His dying a silent grief” Family home strictly private.

Ann McLaughlin (née Wade), 7 Glenbrook House, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Ann McLaughlin (née Wade), January 8 2026, passed away peacefully at home, beloved wife of Eddie (formerly of Fairman Place) loving mother of Orlaith, Ronan, Meghan, Cormac, Caolan and Caoimhe, devoted Nana of Miceál, Carrágh, Fliónn, Roís, Milo, Daithí, Rossa, Noah, IslaKate, Eve, Saoirse, Cas and Cora, cherished daughter of the late John and Kathleen Wade and dearest sister of Seán, Danny, Liam, Eugene and the late Marty, Pat and Mary. Ann will be reposing in her home, 7 Glenbrook House on Friday and Saturday from 11.00am - 10.00pm.  Funeral from there on Sunday at 12o'clock for 12.30pm funeral Mass in Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty.  Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Service can be viewed online via the church webcam. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Foyle Search and Rescue, Victoria Road, Derry.