Derry Death Notices - Friday, January 16, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

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

• Martin Bell, Sea Road, Castlerock

• Noel James Curtis, Derry

• Audrey Doherty (née Sweeney), 35 Fortwilliam Terrace, Derry

• Jackie Elliott (Ex Molins), Derry

• John Alexander (Lexie) Ferris, Limavady

• Monica Glass (née O’Boyle), 22 Ranaghan Road, Maghera (Formerly Ballynease)

• Duncan Harper, 186 Hillcrest, Kilfennan, Derry

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

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

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of 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. Forever in our hearts, “so long” and farewell.

Martin Bell, Sea Road, Castlerock

The death has occurred of the late Martin Bell, January 14 2026, peacefully at hospital, late of Sea Road, Castlerock. Dearly loved husband of Ann and much loved father of Tony, Mandy and Julie; father-in-law of Dessie, adored grandpa of Erin and Leah and great-grandpa of Alfie; dear brother of Robert, Jim and the late Jennifer. House private. Funeral Service in Wades Funeral Home, on Sunday, January 18, at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for NI Air Ambulance, 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.

Noel James Curtis, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Noel James Curtis, January 14 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital , beloved Husband of the late Yvonne , devoted Father of Tracey, Loving Father in Law of Andrew and a dear Brother of Harold and Derek. A private family funeral service will take place, family flowers only , donations in lieu if wished to Glendermott Parish Church, c/o the Church office , Church Brae, Derry. Deeply regretted by his loving family circle.

Audrey Doherty (née Sweeney), 35 Fortwilliam Terrace, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Audrey Doherty (née Sweeney), January 15 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of George, loving mother of Carolyn, Stephanie, Seamus and Catherine, a devoted grandmother, great-grandmother and dear sister of Kay and the late Alma. Audrey will be reposing in her home, 35 Fortwilliam Terrace, on Friday from 1.00pm – 9.00pm. Funeral from there on Saturday at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to NI Chest Heart & Stroke, 21 Dublin Road, Belfast, BT2 7HB. St Anthony pray for her. Sr. Clare intercede for her.

Jackie Elliott (Ex Molins), Derry

The death has taken place of Jackie Elliott (Ex Molins), January 15 2025, peacefully at Culmore Manor and formerly of Shearwater Way. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O’Brien & Son’s Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Friday from 2.00pm – 3.00pm. Jackie will repose overnight in St Columb's Church, Chapel Road on Saturday evening and his funeral service will take place there on Sunday at 10o'clock. Interment afterwards in St Mary's Cemetery, Ardmore. The Mass can be viewed live via the church webcam. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

John Alexander (Lexie) Ferris, Limavady

The death has taken place of the late John Alexander (Lexie) Ferris (Ex RUC & GC), Passed away peacefully on January 15 2026 at home, surrounded by his loving family. Loving husband of Anne. Much loved father of Geoffrey (Karen), the late Caroline, Lester (Gayle) and Jason (Rachael). Devoted Grandfather of Kezia, Phoebe (Christopher), Caleb, the late Eve, Matthew (Kirsty), Rebekah, Timothy (Rachel), Jessica, Sophia and Oscar. A loving Great Grandfather of Charlie, Felix, Seve, Thea and Zara. House strictly private at family’s request. Funeral arrangements to follow. `The Lord is my shepherd’

Monica Glass (née O’Boyle), 22 Ranaghan Road, Maghera (Formerly Ballynease)

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Monica Glass (née O’Boyle), Maghera and formerly of Ballynease, January 15 2026, Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Much loved wife of Michael. Devoted mother of David, Aidan and Cathair. Much loved grandmother of Daithí and Paídí. Daughter of the late Pat and Mary O’Boyle. Sister of Brige O’Neill, Seamus, Pat, Brendan, Patricia McErlean, Pauline Rafferty and the late Maura Donnelly. Funeral from her home, 22 Ranaghan Road, BT46 5ND (Rosie’s Cottage) on Sunday, January 18 2026 at 10.15am for 11 00am Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Glen. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, sons, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, daughter-in-law Shauna, nephews, nieces and wider family circle. Monica’s wake will commence on Friday, January 16 at 12noon.

Duncan Harper, 186 Hillcrest, Kilfennan, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Duncan Harper, January 14 2026, Peacefully at his home, 186 Hillcrest, Kilfennan (surrounded by his loving family in 92nd year, formerly of Plumbridge) dearly beloved husband of Sylvia, much loved father of Paul, Sharon and Keith, loving father-in-law of Andrew and Marie, adored grandfather and great-grandfather, dearest brother of Martha, dear brother-in-law of Ken and Margaret. Service of Thanksgiving in D. & R. Hay and Sons, Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Saturday, January 17 at 10.00am followed by burial in Aughalane Cemetery, Plumbridge. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to) the British Heart Foundation c/o 51, Main Street, Bangor BT20 2AF. Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home (above address) on Friday evening from 6.00pm until 8.00pm. Very deeply regretted by his entire family circle. “The Lord’s my Shepherd”

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

The death has occurred 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 Courtney, 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 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.