Derry Death Notices - Sunday, February 15, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Stuart Boyd, 15 Gordonville, Lodge Road, Coleraine

• Harry Gallagher, 2 Castleview Park, Derry

• Bernadette Innes (née McIntyre), 1 Jeffrey Avenue, Waterside, Derry

• Darren Kelly, 32 Bridge Street, Derry

• Patricia Leppard (née McLaughlin), 35 Slievemore Park, Derry

• Dr William Macafee, Portstewart

• Patrick McErlean, 6 Downings Road, Bellaghy

• Angela McLaughlin, 39 Ballymagowan Avenue, Derry

• Jonathan McMichael, 63 Barley Hill, Limavady

• Francis O’Loughlin, 29 Brennan Court, Magherafelt

• Alison Torrens, Portstewart

Stuart Boyd, 15 Gordonville, Lodge Road, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late Stuart Boyd, February 14 2026, peacefully at home 15 Gordonville, Lodge Road, Coleraine. Dearly loved husband of Harriet and loving father of Alan and Ivan. Funeral arrangements to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Air Ambulance 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 his family.

Harry Gallagher, 2 Castleview Park, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Harry Gallagher, February 13 2026, peacefully at his home, 2 Castleview Park and formerly of Bishop Street, beloved husband of Anne, loving father of Donna, Debbie and Stephen, father-in-law of Seamus and Rachel, devoted grandfather of Conor, Ben and Anna and dear brother of Noel and the late Charlotte, Jackie, Joe, Willie and Paddy. Harry will be reposing in his home on Sunday from 12noon – 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Monday at 10.50am for 11.30am Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Bernadette Innes (née McIntyre), 1 Jeffrey Avenue, Waterside, Derry

The death has taken place of Bernadette Innes (née McIntyre), February 14 2026 at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, of 1 Jeffrey Avenue, Waterside, Derry. Much loved mother of David, mother-in-law of Bernie, dearly loved grandmother of Lauren and sister of Kathleen, Mary and the late Alice and Kathleen. Funeral arrangements later. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughter-in-law, granddaughter, sisters and family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

Darren Kelly, 32 Bridge Street, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Darren Kelly, February 13 2026, suddenly at his home, 32 Bridge Street, beloved son of the late Lorraine and Billy, loving brother of Jason, Danielle and Georgina, and devoted uncle to Cara and Riley. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle and all his friends. Darren will be reposing at Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home, 31 William Street, on Sunday, February 15 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and on Monday, February 16 from 10:00am to 11:30am. Funeral then leaving there to the City Cemetery for burial at 12:00noon. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers, if wished to St. Vincent de Paul, 34a William Street, Derry. BT48 6ET. “Rest In Peace Brother”

Patricia Leppard (née McLaughlin), 35 Slievemore Park, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Patricia Leppard (née McLaughlin), February 14 2026, peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of the late Charlie, loving mother of Sinead, Cathal, Shaun, Aileen, Gráinne, Ciaran, Orlaith and Breda, much loved Granny of Daniel, Conor, Cianan, Cathal, Emmet, Caoimhe, Graínne, Shaun, Liam, Éimhear, Ava, Faye, Lois, Ruairi, Brendan, Tiernan, Cían, Daire, Riona, Cillian, Charlie and Ruth and dear sister of Vera and the late Jimmy, Johnny, Joe, Rosie, Bridie, Nelly, Anna, Kathleen, Mary, Dan and Con. Her remains will be reposing in her home, 35 Slievemore Park, on Sunday and Monday from 12noon - 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Tuesday at 10.30am for 11o'clock Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's Church, Galliagh. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. If wished, donations in lieu of flowers to DEEDS C/o W J O'Brien & Son Funeral Directors or any family member. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her. O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus I place all my trust in thee.

Dr William Macafee, Portstewart

The death has taken place of Dr William Macafee, February 2026 (peacefully) Dr William, late of Portstewart, dearly beloved husband of Beatrice, much loved father of Ian and his partner Lynne, David and his wife Karen, loving grandfather of Gemma, Daniel and Abby and dear brother of Anne and John. Funeral arrangements later. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Lovingly remembered by all his family and entire family circle.

Patrick McErlean, 6 Downings Road, Bellaghy

The death has taken place of the late Patrick McErlean, February 14 2026, (Suddenly), 6 Downings Road, Bellaghy, beloved son of Patrick and Eileen and much loved brother of Sean. Patrick’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will update them here as soon as they become available. “Family Home Strictly Private”. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, brother, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins and all his family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to “Steps” c/o the family. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com.

Angela McLaughlin, 39 Ballymagowan Avenue, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Angela McLaughlin, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on February 14 2026. Late of 39 Ballymagowan Avenue and formerly of 5 Rathlin Gardens. May she rest in peace. Beloved mother of Charlene, Eugene, Sean, Aoife, Caitlin and Rhys. Dearest mother-in-law of Daniel, Dearbhaila, Kerry, Brendan and Carrie. Loving granny of Chantelle, Ryan, Kacie, Kyle, Rian, Clodagh, Aoibheann, Beau and Dara. A much loved sister of Michael, Marian, Eileen, Jeanette, Carmel, Danny, John, Cathy, Denis, Brian and the late Collette. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her nieces, nephews, wider family circle and much loved friends. Angela’s remains will be reposing at her late home, 39 Ballymagowan Avenue from 3:30pm today, Sunday, February 15. Funeral leaving from there on Tuesday, February 17 at 9:15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. A cremation service will take place afterwards at 3:30pm in Lakeland’s Crematorium, Co. Cavan. The wake house will be private from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Angela’s Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan. No flowers 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. Bernadette Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Lourdes Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Jonathan McMichael, 63 Barley Hill, Limavady

The death has taken place of Jonathan McMichael passed away suddenly on, February 14 2026. Much loved husband of Hayley. Devoted father of Jon, Lexi and Macey. Grandfather to Albie. Loving son of Ernie and Margaret. Dear Brother of Claire (Tom). Also a much loved uncle. All welcome to pay their respects at his home, 63 Barley Hill, Limavady on Sunday and Monday from 3.00pm to 9.00pm. Funeral service will be held in his home onTuesday, February 17 at 12noon Followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired and cheques made payable to LIPS, c/o Browns Funeral directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est, Aghanloo Road, Limavady BT49 0HE. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle.

Francis O’Loughlin, 29 Brennan Court, Magherafelt

The death has occurred of the late Francis O’Loughlin, February 13 2026 (suddenly but peacefully), (29 Brennan Court, Magherafelt), beloved partner of the late Susan, much loved son of the late Patrick and Eileen and loving brother of Betty, Gerard and the late Patsy, Hugh, Margaret, Anthony and Harry. Francis’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will update them here as soon as they become available. “House Strictly Private”. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing brother, sister, nieces, nephews and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Alzheimer’s Society” c/o WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, 43 Glenone Road, Clady, Portglenone, BT44 8LH.

Alison Torrens, Portstewart

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Alison Torrens, February 14 2026, peacefully at Madelayne Court Care Home, Portstewart, dearly loved daughter of the late Samuel and Jean Torrens ‘Bootown Farm’, loving sister of Patricia, Jennifer, Rosaleen, Lorna, Eileen, Heather and the late Derek and a much loved aunt. Following a private family interment, a Service of Thanksgiving will take place in Causeway Coast Vineyard, Coleraine on Wednesday, February 18 2026 at 1.30pm. No flowers please by her own request. Donations, if wished, to North West Cancer and Research Centre (WH&SCT) 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.