Derry Death Notices - Saturday, January 31, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Noel Coyle, Slievemore Park, Derry

• John Francis (Johnie) Curtin, Feeny

• Robert Trevor (RT) Dunn, 38 Killymallaght Road, Cullion

• Robert George (Bobby) Hepburn, 6 Greymount Crescent, Derry

• Marie Kelpie (née Bonaccorsi), 18 Thistlewood Park, Foyle Springs, Derry

• Desmond Alexander McBride (Former Fireman), 33A Dunnalong Road, Magheramason

• Mary Jane (Millie) McKay (née Shiels), 21 Ash Drive, Maghera

• Raymond Pollock, 22 Laburnum Place, Coleraine

• William Christopher (Chris) Wilson, Burnally Road, Limavady

Noel Coyle, Slievemore Park, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Noel Coyle, January 30 2026, beloved husband of Susan, (formerly of Slievemore Park), loving father of Antoinette, Seamus, Geraldine, Elaine, Ciaran and the late Sean, father-in-law of Leo, Pamela, Andrew and Gerrard, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and dear brother of Mary and the late Ann, Monica and Andy. Noel will be reposing in his daughter's home, 51 Woodbrook West, on Saturday and Sunday from 2.00pm - 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Monday at 10.25am for 11o'clock Requiem Mass in St Joseph's Church, Galliagh. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

John Francis (Johnie) Curtin, Feeny

The death has occurred of the late John Francis (Johnie) Curtin (Feeny), January 29 2026, at Altnagelvin Hospital, Beloved son of Maureen and Tommy, loving brother of Ann, Karen, Kim, Steven, Vanessa and Thomas. Funeral leaving his mother’s home, 18 Glenbracken Drive, Feeny at 1.20pm on Sunday, February 1 for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in St. Joseph’s Church Fincarn. Burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Wake house is private for family and close friends please. Family flowers only and donations in lieu if desired to The Stroke Unit Altnagelvin Hospital c/o McGrellis Funeral Directors. Deeply regretted by his loving family. St. Francis pray for him. Requiem Mass can be viewed on Banagher Parish Webcam.

Robert Trevor (RT) Dunn, 38 Killymallaght Road, Cullion

Funeral arrangements for the late Robert Trevor (RT) Dunn, January 29 2026, Peacefully in Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family in his 73rd year) loving son of the late Bobby and Sarah, much loved brother of Anne, David (Dee) and the late Alan, Maurice and Norman (Chic) a dear brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral leaving his late home, 38 Killymallaght Road, Cullion, on Sunday, February 1 at 12.30pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in the Church of Ireland Centre, Newbuildings, at 1.00pm burial afterwards in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to Church of Ireland Centre, Newbuildings) c/o The Rectory Office, Church Brae, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 2LS. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. “The day Thou gavest Lord is ended” “One of life’s true gentlemen”

Robert George (Bobby) Hepburn, 6 Greymount Crescent, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Robert George (Bobby) Hepburn, Ex. RUC, January 29 2026, peacefully in Altnagelvin Hospital after an illness bravely bourne. Dearly beloved husband of the late Susan. Devoted father of Terrie, Roberta, Linda, Kinsley and Georgia. Dear father-in-law of Paul, Alwyn, Tony and Perah and a loving grandfather of Bobbie-Lee, Philip, Clayton, Travis and Melissa and a great grandfather of Emi-Rose, Ryla-Rose, Robin, Harry, Holly and Luella. Funeral service in his late home, 6 Greymount Crescent on Sunday, Feburary 1 at 2.00pm followed by burial in St Canices Parish Churchyard. Donations to St Columb’s Cathedral c/o Rev Canon J Merrick, 17 London Street, Derry BT48 6RQ. Visitors welcome from 2.00pm on Saturday, January 31. Family time from 9.00pm. All enquiries to Adair & Neely Funeral Directors 028 71311321. Sleeping in heavenly peace.

Marie Kelpie (née Bonaccorsi), 18 Thistlewood Park, Foyle Springs, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Marie Kelpie (née Bonaccorsi), January 29 2026, beloved wife of George, loving mother of Anna, Nicola and Gemma, mother-in-law of Ben, devoted grandmother of Aoibheann, Charlie and Luke, dear sister of Katie and the late Charlie and Viki and a much loved sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Marie will be reposing in her home, 18 Thistlewood Park, Foyle Springs, on Saturday and Sunday from 12noon – 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Monday at 9.25am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. The Mass can be viewed live via the church webcam. https://longtowerchurch.org/webcam/. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Desmond Alexander McBride (Former Fireman), 33A Dunnalong Road, Magheramason

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Desmond Alexander McBride (Former Fireman), January 29 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Myra. Late of 33A Dunnalong Road. Loving father of Nigel and Stuart. Dear father-in-law of Helena, devoted grandfather of Matthew, Aimee and Ellie. Loving brother of Mandy. Funeral service in Adair & Neely Funeral Home at 12noon on Monday, February 2 followed by burial in Monreagh Presbyterian Church Burial Ground. Family flowers only, donations to Alzheimer’s Society, Suite 2, 1st Floor East Wing, Plumer House, Tailyour Road, Plymouth PL6 5FS. Family and friends welcome to Adair & Neely Funeral Home, 12 Foyle Road on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1 from 4.00pm to 6.00pm. Deeply regretted by his loving family circle. The Lord is My Shepherd.

Mary Jane (Millie) McKay (née Shiels), 21 Ash Drive, Maghera

The death has taken place of the late Mary Jane (Millie) McKay (née Shiels), January 30 2026, (peacefully) at her home, 21 Ash Drive, Maghera, (aged 93 years), much loved Mother of Ann, Wilby and the late Rodney, a loving Mother-in-Law of Raymond and the late Amy, devoted Grandmother of Warren (Jade) and Jacqui (Andrew), proud Great Grandmother of Scarlett, Poppy and Harry and dearest Sister of the late Joey and William. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Saturday evening, January 31 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm and at her own home on Sunday, February 1 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm. Funeral from her home on Monday, February 2 at 12:30pm to St. Lurach's Parish Church for Service at 1:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St. Lurach's Parish Church, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered by the entire Family Circle. "Precious Memories"

Raymond Pollock, 22 Laburnum Place, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Raymond Pollock, January 29 2026, suddenly at his home, 22 Laburnum Place, Coleraine, Raymond. Dearly beloved husband of Maureen, much loved father of Beverly, Debbie, Natalie and the late Darren, father-in-law of Robbie and Ventsi, grandad of Jordan, Kyle and Caleb; Emily, Reuben and Adam and Ryan Ethan and Gabriel, brother of Billy, Brian, Gloria and the late June. Service in Wades Funeral Home, Coleraine on Monday at 12.00pm, followed by interment in Macosquin Presbyterian Churchyard (Englishtown). House Strictly Private. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if wished, for Northern Ireland Chest, Heart and Stroke, 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.

William Christopher (Chris) Wilson, Burnally Road, Limavady

The death has taken place of William Christopher (Chris) Wilson, Late of Burnally Road, Limavady, Much loved husband of the late Roberta, dear Father of David (Daniela), Richard (Oriel), Stephen (Emir), devoted grandfather of Olivia, Gabriel, Isabella, Henry, Emily and Stephen, GreatGrand father of Magnus. House strictly private by his own request. All welcome to attend the Thanksgiving service and burial, held in Limavady Methodist Church on Monday at 12noon and afterwards refreshments will be served in the Church Hall,
Followed by burial in Sydare Cemetery in Ballinamallard at 4.15pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Marie Curie Cancer Care and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est. Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Chris will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.