Derry Death Notices - Thursday, January 15, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Audrey Bell, “The Cottage” 38 Moneyhaw Road, Moneymore

• James (Jim) Bradley, Parkmore Gardens, Magherafelt

• George Caldwell, 33 Hatmore Park, Derry

• Michael Carten, 35 Laurel Road, Glack

• Ann Jean Coyle (née Mulhern), 21 Shearwater Way, Derry

• Susan Faulkner, 37 Carhill Road, Tirkeeran, Garvagh

• Thomas (Tommy) Kelly, 5 Knoxhill Avenue, Prehen, Derry

• Jamaes Mackey, 2 Hyacinth Avenue, Ballykelly

• Dympna McAteer (née Archibald), 23 Temain Road, Drumsurn, Limavady

• Audrey McNabb, 24 Cypress Drive, Coleraine

• Philomena O'Brien (née McElhone), Ballyroan, Dublin (Formerly of Castledawson)

• Jim Parke, 3 Sandown Drive, Kilfennan, Derry

• Brendan Raddie, St Canice’s Park, Eglinton

• Catherine (Kathleen) Reynolds, 19 Seafield Park, Portstewart

• Janet Smyth (née McQuillan), 876 Killyvalley Park, Garvagh

Audrey Bell, “The Cottage” 38 Moneyhaw Road, Moneymore

The death has occurred of the late Audrey Bell, January 14 2026, (peacefully) at her home, “The Cottage” 38 Moneyhaw Road, Moneymore, (in her 100th year) loving daughter of the late Willie and Emma, much loved sister of the late May, Henderson, Edith, Morton and Irene, dearest aunt of Carol, Jody, Felicity, Gregory and the late Jonathan and John and also a much loved great-aunt. Family and Friends welcome at her home on Friday (January 16) from 4:00pm – 8:00pm. A service of committal will take place in St John’s Parish Churchyard, Moneymore on Saturday (January 17) at 1:15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Marie Curie Nursing payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Lovingly remembered by the entire family circle.

James (Jim) Bradley, Parkmore Gardens, Magherafelt

The death has taken place of James (Jim) Bradley, January 13 2026, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, dearly loved Husband of the late Kate, formerly of Parkmore Gardens, Magherafelt, much loved Father of Bobby and the late George, a dear Father-in-Law of Irene, devoted Granda of Diane (Gareth) and Mark (Aimee), Great Granda of Ethan, Joel, Erin and Grace and dearest Brother of Sam, Harry and Kathleen. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore, on Thursday evening (January 15) from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Jim’s Life will take place in First Magherafelt Presbyterian Church on Friday, January 16 at 1:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Lovingly remembered by his sorrowing Family and Family Circle. "At Home with the Lord".

George Caldwell, 33 Hatmore Park, Derry

The death has occurred of the late George Caldwell, January 14 2026, peacefully at his home, 33 Hatmore Park, beloved husband of Celine, loving father of Lisa, Christopher and Jonathan, devoted granda of Lauren, Alex, Brendan, Ethan, Eden, Davin, Kaelan and the late baby Emily, dear father-in-law to Barry, Rachel and Lisa, cherished son of the late Mary and William, dear and loving brother of May, Billy and Martin, and a caring uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle, his friends and neighbours. George will be reposing at his home on Thursday, January 15 and Friday, January 16 from 11:00am to 10:00pm. Funeral leaving his home on Saturday, January 17 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if wished, to Northwest Cancer Centre, WH&SCT, Financial Accounting Department, Administration Offices, Gransha Hospital, Derry, BT47 6TJ. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.

Michael Carten, 35 Laurel Road, Glack

The death has occurred of the late Michael Carten, January 14 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by his loving family, late of 35 Laurel Road, Glack beloved husband of the late Maureen, loving father of Gerard, Paul, Marie, Helen, Michael, Sean and Damien, dearly loved grandfather of Callum, Ciara, Eimear, Myrid, Tilly and Martha and cherished great-grandfather of Maggie Ray. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O'Brien & Son's Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Thursday from 7.00pm - 9.00pm and on Friday from 5.00pm - 7.00pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Finlough’s Church, Ballykelly on Saturday at 10o'clock. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to St. Patrick's Missions c/o any family member. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Ann Jean Coyle (née Mulhern), 21 Shearwater Way, Derry

The death has taken place of Ann Jean Coyle (née Mulhern), January 14 2026, peacefully at home, beloved wife of the late Raymond, loving mother of Caroline, Helen and the late Michael, mother-in-law of Bob and Gee, devoted grandmother of John, Robert, Molly and Bethany and dear sister of Betty (John), Danielle, Helen (Karl) and the late Kathleen, David, Isobell, Teresa and Frances.  Dearly remembered by all her nieces, nephews and wider family circle. Ann's remains will be reposing in her home, 21 Shearwater Way.  Funeral from there on Friday at 9.30am for 10o'clock Requiem Mass in St Columb's Church, Chapel Road.  Interment afterwards in St Mary's Cemetery, Ardmore.  Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Susan Faulkner, 37 Carhill Road, Tirkeeran, Garvagh

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Susan Faulkner, January 142026, (Tirkeeran, Garvagh). N.B. House private please. Family and friends welcome to call at the family home today, Thursday, January 15 2026 from 12noon to 8.00pm. Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family Susan R.I.P. beloved wife of the late Charlie; loving mother of Bridget (McGahon), Cahal, John and Francis; mother-in-law of Noel, Deirdre, Jacqueline and the late Dolores; much adored Granny of Caroline, Cathal, Johnathan, Gemma, Suzanne, Cathy, Eamon and a great granny. Daughter of the late Patrick and Susan and dear sister of Kathleen McMullan and the late Willie and Mary. Funeral from her late residence, 37 Carhill Road, on Friday at 2:20pm for 3.00pm Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Craigavole. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. St. Theresa pray for her. Deeply regretted by the entire Faulkner and McKeefry family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Dementia NI can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

Thomas (Tommy) Kelly, 5 Knoxhill Avenue, Prehen, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Thomas (Tommy) Kelly, January 13 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved husband of Miriam, 5 Knoxhill Avenue, Prehen, loving father of Emmett, dear brother of Richard, William, Edmund, Francis, Jack, Eileen and the late Josephine and a much loved uncle. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Thursday from 1.00pm – 3.00pm. A private cremation will take place at a later date. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Friends of Altnagelvin C/o Mr Peter Nicholl, MDEC Unit, Altnagelvin Hospital, Glenshane Road, Derry, BT47 6SB. Sos sa tsíocháin.

Jamaes Mackey, 2 Hyacinth Avenue, Ballykelly

The death has taken place of James Mackey, January 12 2026, Peacefully at his home: 2 Hyacinth Avenue, Ballykelly. Beloved husband of the late Bernadette R.I.P. Loving father of Sean, Kathleen (McGee), Caroline (McFeely), Seamus, and the late Ann-Marie R.I.P. Dear Father-in-Law of James, Diane and the Late Paschal. A much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Son of the late James and Bridget. R.I.P. Dear brother of the late Paddy, Vincent, Johnny, Mary, Loretta, and Eileen. R.I.P. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Funeral from his home on Thursday, January 15 at 9.20am for Requiem Mass at 10.00am in St Finlough’s Church Ballykelly followed by interment in adjoining Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Marie Curie 29G Gortrush Ind Estate, Omagh, BT78 5EJ. Enquiries to Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 02877764732. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Dympna McAteer (née Archibald), 23 Temain Road, Drumsurn, Limavady

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Dympna McAteer (née Archibald), peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on the January 14 2026, may she rest in peace. Late of 23 Temain Road, Drumsurn, Limavady, Co Derry. Loving wife of Noel and devoted mother of Ciara (James), Darragh (Sarah), Mark, Shane (Bronagh), Francesca (James) and Raphael (Emma). Dearly loved by her grandchildren Toireasa-Maire, Niamh, Leonie, Meghan, Jack, Ollie, Peadar, Katie - Jane, Michael, Emmet, Ruairi, Cayden, Aaron and Aurora. Daughter of the late Sarah Ann and George R.I.P and very deeply regretted by her sisters and brothers and the entire family circle. Reposing at her late home on Thursday, January 15, you are welcome to call at the family home from 5.00pm to 9.00pm on Thursday and 12noon to 9.00pm on Friday (January 16). Funeral on Saturday, January 17 leaving her late home at 9.15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in Saint Matthew’s Church, Drumsurn. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass will be recorded and uploaded onto the following link: https://www.youtube.com/@mclaughlinfuneraldirectors9616. Saint Padre Pio intercede for her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.

Audrey McNabb, 24 Cypress Drive, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late Audrey McNabb, January 14 2026, (peacefully) at hospital, 24 Cypress Drive, Coleraine, dearly beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved daughter of the late Sam and Martha Kirk, beloved sister of the late Bel, devoted aunt of Christine, loving cousin of Matsie and a dear friend. Service in Murdock’s Funeral Home, 2a Windsor Avenue, Coleraine on Saturday at 11.00am followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Alzheimers UK c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving family and entire family circle.

Philomena O'Brien (née McElhone), Ballyroan, Dublin (Formerly of Castledawson)

The death has occurred of the late Philomena O'Brien (née McElhone), late of Ballyroan, Dublin (Formerly of Castledawson), peacefully after a short illness in the exceptional care of Tallaght Hospital. Beloved wife of Donal. Philomena will be deeply missed and remembered always by her loving family, her sisters Teresa and Patricia, her brothers Anthony, Jimmy and Sean (deceased), her brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May She Rest in Peace Philomena will repose in Peter Massey Funerals, The Ruah Centre, Ballyroan (D14 T0C8) on Sunday (January 18) from 2.00pm - 3.00pm. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, at 10.00am, in the Church of the Holy Spirit, Ballyroan with burial thereafter in Bohernabreena Cemetery. If you are unable to attend the funeral Mass you may view online by following the link: https://churchmedia.tv/ballyroan-parish-church-rathfarnham. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the doctors, nurses and all staff in Tallaght Hospital and to Philomena's carers from Heritage Homecare for the exceptional care and kindness shown during her time with them. All enquiries to Peter Massey Funerals, Rathfarnham. Tel: 01 4064100.

Jim Parke, 3 Sandown Drive, Kilfennan, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Jim Parke, January 13 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, (late of 3 Sandown Drive, Kilfennan and formerly of King Street). Regretted by his wife Sheila, his daughter Susan, sons-in-law Gary and Paul, his granddaughters Emma, Sarah and Shauna and his sister Irene. Pre-deceased by his daughter Karen. Jim will be reposing at Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, 31 William Street, on Thursday, January 15 from 2:30pm to 4:00pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Ardmore at 10:00am on Friday, January 16. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Brendan Raddie, St Canice’s Park, Eglinton

Funeral arrangements for the late Brendan Raddie, January 13 2026, peacefully at Ann’s Care Home, Omagh and formerly St Canice’s Park, Eglinton, beloved husband of the late Philomena, loving father of Mark and Catherine, father-in-law of Matthew, devoted granda to Joshua and a dear brother and uncle. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale, on Friday at 10o'clock. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. The Mass can be viewed live via the church webcam. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Catherine (Kathleen) Reynolds, 19 Seafield Park, Portstewart

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Catherine (Kathleen) Reynolds, January 13 2026, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, 19 Seafield Park, Portstewart. Dearly beloved wife of the late Joseph, loving mother of Patrick, Catherine and Gemma, mother-in-law of James and Louise, much loved grandmother of Joseph, Donal, Fay and Lucia and dear sister of Tom and the late Brian, Rita, Gerry, Claire and Leo. Kathleen’s remains will arrive at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Church, Portstewart tomorrow Thursday at 5.30pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 11.00am followed by interment in Agherton Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Dementia N.I. 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. “St. Anthony of Padua pray for her”.

Janet Smyth (née McQuillan), 876 Killyvalley Park, Garvagh

The death has taken place of the late Janet Smyth (née McQuillan), January 13 2026, peacefully at her home (surrounded by her loving family), 876 Killyvalley Park, Garvagh. Dearly beloved wife of George, loving mother of Wendy and Gary, mother-in-law of Alan, grandmother of Shane and Summer-Rose, loving daughter of Florence and the late Alex, sister of Graham and Mervyn, sister-in-law of Alice and Angela. Family and friends are welcome to call at the family home on Thursday from 6.00pm to 9.00pm and Friday from 3.00pm to 6.00pm. Funeral Service in her home on Saturday at 2.30pm, followed by interment in Moneydig Presbyterian Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, by making cheques payable to NHSCT – Laurel House or Garvagh Health Centre, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Forever loved and sadly missed.