Derry Death Notices - Monday, February 9, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Mary Catherine (Maura) Bell, 50 Littlebridge Road, Drummullan

• Anne Cleary (née Diamond), 9 Davison Villas, Castledawson

• Gertrude (Gertie) Conway, 46 Tirkane Road, Maghera

• Tony Doherty, 27 Danesfort Crescent, Derry

• Patrick (Frankie) Gallagher, 342 Carnhill, Derry

• William Johnston, 619 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea

• Daniel (Didi) Semple, 57B Steelstown Village, Derry

Mary Catherine (Maura) Bell, 50 Littlebridge Road, Drummullan

The death has occurred of the late Mary Catherine (Maura) Bell (Drummullan), February 8 2026, beloved daughter of Bob and Lizzie Bell and loving mother of Siobhan Campbell (Bell) and dear sister of Seamus, Brigid and Late Mark. Proud Grandmother of Michelle and Emma. Funeral from her home 50 Littlebridge Road on Tuesday, February 10 at 10.40am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St. Joseph and St. Malachy Drummullan and via webcam Live Stream - Parish of Coagh & Drummullan, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her daughter, son in law Dermot Campbell, granddaughters, sister, brother, nephews, nieces, and extended family circle. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. The wake for Maura will commence at 11.00am on Monday, February 9 2026.

Anne Cleary (née Diamond), 9 Davison Villas, Castledawson

The death has taken place of Anne Cleary (née Diamond) (Castledawson), beloved wife of Patrick John and loving mother of Celine (Coyne), Deirdre (Convery), John, Philip and Sinead (Campbell), dear sister of Philomena, Geraldine, Ergnat, Patsy and the late Celine, May, Cath, Brigid, Hugh and Christina. Funeral from her home, 9 Davison Villas on Tuesday, February 10 at 10.30am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St Patrick Castledawson, interment afterwards in cemetery at Church of St. John Milltown. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her husband, sons, daughters, daughters in law, sons in law, grandchildren and great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and extended family circle and friends.

Gertrude (Gertie) Conway, 46 Tirkane Road, Maghera

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Gertrude (Gertie) Conway, February 8 2026, Peacefully at RVH Belfast surrounded by her loving family, 46 Tirkane Rd, BT46 5AG. Much loved sister of Kathleen and the late Vincent, Sean and Philomena, Daughter of the late Patrick and Annie. House strictly private, please. Funeral for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Glen on Tuesday, February 10. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass can be viewed online via: st-patricks-church-maghera - MCN. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing sister, wider family circle and friends. Detailed enquiries to J A Gormley Funeral Directors Maghera & Coleraine. Tel: 028 7053 1181.

Tony Doherty, 27 Danesfort Crescent, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Tony Doherty, peacefully after a brief illness, at Altnagelvin Hospital, on February 8 2026. Late of 27 Danesfort Crescent. May he rest in peace. Beloved husband of Margaret. Much-loved father of Sharon, Stephen and Karl. Dear father-in-law of Sue, Gerard and Maria, dearly-loved granda of Ruairi, Oisín, Tomás, Conor, Aoibhín, Oran and Evan. Cherished brother of Noel, Anne (Liddy) and the late Harry, John, Kay, Martin and Billy. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Tony's Funeral Arrangements will be Confirmed Later. Family Home Private until the Arrangements are Confirmed, Please. Sacred Heart of Jesus Have Mercy On His Soul. All Enquiries to Mr. Warren Thompson-Connolly, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Patrick (Frankie) Gallagher, 342 Carnhill, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Patrick (Frankie) Gallagher, February 7 2026, Peacefully at home. Beloved Husband of the late Vonnie and Loving Father of Martin, John, Marie, Peter, Veronica, Denis and Melita. A much loved Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Dear brother of Rose, Eileen, Pat, John, David, Miriam, Charlie, Joe, Angela, Paul and the late Philip and Marie Therese. Wake will commence from 11.00am today, Monday, February 9 2026 at his home, 343 Carnhill. Funeral from there on Wednesday, February 11 at 9:20am to Saint Brigid's Church, Carnhill for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. House private please from 10:00pm to 11:00am. Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to Foyle Hospice. Sacred Heart of Jesus have Mercy on his soul.

William Johnston, 619 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea

The death has occurred of the late William Johnston, February 6 2026, suddenly at hospital, late of 619 Beechview Gardens, Kilrea, much loved husband of the late Eileen, loving father to David, Sandra and the late Robin, dear father-in-law to Vincent, devoted grandfather to William (Jamie), Rebekah, Rachele & Lexianne, great-grandfather to Theodore, dear brother of Sadie, Margaret and the late Sammy & Annie. Funeral service in his home on Tuesday at 2.00pm interment afterwards in Kilrea cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to Air Ambulance N I c/o Logans Funeral Services, 12 The Diamond Ahoghill BT42 1JZ. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his sorrowing family and family circle.

Daniel (Didi) Semple, 57B Steelstown Village, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel (Didi) Semple, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on February 8 2026. Late of 57B Steelstown Village and formerly of Tyrconnell Street. May he rest in peace. Much-loved father of Diarmaid, Feargal and Grainne. A Loving granda of twins Declan and Rose. A dear father-in-law of Chelsea and Laura. Cherished brother of Anne, Mary, Briege, Tina, Teresa and the late Sean. Former husband and friend of the late Margaret. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Didi's remains will be reposing at his late home, 57B Steelstown Village. Funeral leaving from there on Tuesday, February 10 at 10:30am for Requiem Mass at 11.00am in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. The Wake House will be private please from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Didi's Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/steelstown. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Northern Ireland Children's Hospice c/o Mr. Warren Thompson-Connolly, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Park, Derry, BT48 0LZ. "Ar dheis De go raibh a anam" All Enquiries to Mr. Warren Thompson-Connolly, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.