Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, January 27, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Ronald (Ronnie) Callaghan, 9 Wheatfield Gardens, Coleraine (Formerly of Articlave)

• Ann Colby (née Wilson), 80 Circular Road, Derry

• Samantha Dougherty, 16 Woodburn Crescent, Coleraine

• Lily Gillespie (née Montgomery), 7 Hazelbank Road, Drumahoe

• Margaret Rose Leighton, 54 Silverthorn Avenue, Coleraine

• Sean McRory, 4 Elver Avenue, Toome (Formerly of Caraloon Magherafelt)

• Gary Page, 59 Rosemount Avenue, Derry

• William John (Billy) Reid, 4 Foyle Crescent, Newbuildings

• Mary Rennie, Drumadragh, Coleraine (Formerly of 26 Cloyfin Park, Coleraine)

Ronald (Ronnie) Callaghan, 9 Wheatfield Gardens, Coleraine (Formerly of Articlave)

The death has taken place of the late Ronnie Callaghan, January 25 2026, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, 9 Wheatfield Gardens, Coleraine (formerly of Articlave). Dearly beloved husband of Roberta, much loved father of Alan and Christine, father-in-law to Fiona and Douglas and papa of Jonty and Freya, and a loving brother, brother-in-law and uncle to the Callaghan and Ramage family circles. Service of Thanksgiving in First Dunboe Presbyterian Church on Wednesday at 2.00pm, followed by interment in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if wished, for Macmillan Cancer Support, c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all the family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd”.

Ann Colby (née Wilson), 80 Circular Road, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Ann Colby (née Wilson), January 26 2026, peacefully at her home, 80 Circular Road, surrounded by her loving family, ANN, (formerly of Dundee, Scotland), beloved wife of the late Stan, loving mother of Karen, Donna, Maria, Lisa and Matthew, dear mother-in-law to Paul, Aidy, Ronan and Caoimhe, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, dear daughter of the late Matthew and Amy, cherished sister of Matthew, Tracey, Bobby and the late John and a loving aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Ann will be reposing at her home. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, January 29 at 10:20am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 11:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

Samantha Dougherty, 16 Woodburn Crescent, Coleraine

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Samantha Dougherty, January 25 2026, peacefully at hospital, 16 Woodburn Crescent, Coleraine. Devoted mum of Corey, dearly loved daughter of Norman and Valerie, loving sister of Scott, Sophie and Stephen, adored auntie of Oliver, Leah and Chelsea and much loved partner of Andrew. Family and friends are welcome to call at Samantha’s home on Tuesday and Wednesday from 12noon onwards. Funeral service in Killowen Parish Church on Thursday at 1.30pm followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for The National Society for Phenylketonuria UK c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered and very sadly missed by the entire family circle.

Lily Gillespie (née Montgomery), 7 Hazelbank Road, Drumahoe

The death has occurred of the late Lily Gillespie (née Montgomery), January 26 2026. Peacefully in the care of the staff at Rush Hall Care Home, Limavady, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Ivan, much-loved mother of David, Ian, Steven and Lyndsey, mother-in-law of Gillian, Paul and Tanya and adored grandmother of Jamie, Jodie, Tyler, Lewis, Jai, Hari, Loghan, Ellie, Lucy and the late Jack. Funeral leaving her home, 47 Hazelbank Road, Drumahoe (to which visitors are welcome) at 12.45pm on Wednesday, January28 for Funeral Service in All Saints’ Parish Church, Clooney at 1.30pm followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, may be sent to All Saints’ Parish Church, c/o Helen Henderson, 5, Manning Way, Brigade, Derry BT47 6GL or the Dementia Unit, Rush Hall Care Home, 51 Broighter Road, Limavady BT49 9DY c/o the Home Manager, Emma McNeill. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. Ps 23.1.

Margaret Rose Leighton, 54 Silverthorn Avenue, Coleraine

The death has occurred of the late Margaret Rose Leighton, January 26 2026, (peacefully) at her home, 54 Silverthorn Avenue, Coleraine, dearly loved wife of Noel, much loved mother of Eamon, Adrian, Sharon, Noel and Steven, dear mother-in-law of Liza, Michelle, Alan, Patricia and Nicola, a devoted granny and great-granny and a beloved sister and aunt. Service in her home on Thursday at 11.00am followed by interment in Macosquin Presbyterian Church Burying Ground, Englishtown. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Marie Curie Nurses c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle.

Sean McRory, 4 Elver Avenue, Toome (Formerly of Caraloon Magherafelt)

The death has taken place of Sean McRory (Toome), January 25 2026, formerly Caraloon Magherafelt, beloved partner of Philomena Craig and loving step father of Sharon (Anthony Kerr), Josie, Declan (Clare), Darren (Séaneen), Oonagh and the late Damian, son of the late John and Sarah, loving brother of Neill, Kevin, Brendan, Eileen (Patton), Sheila (Forsythe), Rosaleen (Doherty), Bernadette (Evans), Kathleen (Henry), Josephine (O’Reilly), Noirin (Doyle) and the late Patrick, Veronica, Bea (Johnston), Joan (Somers) and Mary (Fisher). Funeral from his home 4 Elver Avenue on Wednesday, January 28 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of Our Lady of Lourdes Moneyglass, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing partner, family and friends.

Gary Page, 59 Rosemount Avenue, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Page, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on January 26 2026. Late of 59 Rosemount Avenue and formerly of 34 Bluebell Gardens. May he rest in peace. Beloved husband of Hilary. Devoted father of Gillian and Daniel. A much loved father-in-law of Conor and Roisin. Loving granda of Hallie, Freya, Caoimhe, Jessica and Tiarnan. Dearest brother of Terrence, Christopher, Damien and Brendan. A dear brother-in-law of Anne. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Gary’s remains will be reposing at his late home, 59 Rosemount Avenue. Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday, January 28 at 9:20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Columba’s Church, Longtower. Burial will take place afterwards in the City Cemetery. The wake house will be private from 11.00pm until 11.00am. Gary’s Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the link: https://longtowerchurch.org/webcam/. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired to either The Foyle Hospice or Marie Curie c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. St. Padre Pio Pray Intercede For Him. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

William John (Billy) Reid, 4 Foyle Crescent, Newbuildings

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of William John (Billy) Reid, January 25 2026. Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Formerly of 4 Foyle Crescent, Newbuildings. A true gentleman to the end. Dearly beloved husband of Audrey, much loved father of Mark, Paul, Amanda, Robert Norman, Linda and Billy; loving father- in -law of Tara, Michelle, Gerard and Debbie; grandfather to Rebecca, Adam, Joshua, Jody, Thomas, Ben, Brogan, Ross, Sam, Sophie, Elijah, Caleb and Poppy; great grandfather to Theo and Alex; brother of Roberta, Avril, Jean, Sam, Bobby and the late Olive, Sadie, Stephen, Bella, Mary Elizabeth and Annie. Funeral leaving the family home on Wednesday, January 28 at 12noon followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in Newbuildings Independent Methodist Church at 12.30 followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery. House strictly private. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to (cheques made payable to) "Friends of Altnagelvin Hospital" c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ email address would be appreciated for receipts. Redeemed with the Precious Blood.

Mary Rennie, Drumadragh, Coleraine (Formerly of 26 Cloyfin Park, Coleraine)

The death has taken place of Mary Rennie, January 26 2026, (peacefully) at hospital, formerly of 26 Cloyfin Park, Coleraine and late of Drumadragh, beloved daughter of the late William and Sarah, dear sister of the late Annie and William, sister-in-law of the late Bob Fullerton, much loved aunt of Robert (and his wife Helen) and Martin, great-aunt of Christopher and Matthew and a dear cousin and friend. Service in Ballyrashane Parish Church on Thursday at 2.00pm followed by interment in the adjoining Churchyard. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Dementia NI c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle.