Derry Death Notices - Friday, February 20, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Eamon Brolly, 118 Main Street, Dungiven

• Madeline Donaghy, 6 Coole Green, Coleraine

• Eamon Hutton, 40 Coshowen, Derry

• Allen Montgomery, 9 Oakvale Terrace, Culnady

• Cathy McDermott (née Lynch), 67 Marianus Park, Derry

• Jean McDonald (née McIlreavy), Kilrea Road, Garvagh

• William John (Ian) McGregor, 6A Duncastle Park, Newbuildings

• Eamon (Ted) McKee, 133a Fivemile Straight, Maghrera

• Brian (Nickle) McKinney, 12 Dalys Crescent, Derry

• Margie McSherry (née Strain), 38 Foyle Road, Derry

• Henrietta (Etta) Williamson (née Irvine), 34 Parkview, Castledawson

Eamon Brolly, 118 Main Street, Dungiven

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Eamon Brolly suddenly but peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital on February 15 2026, may he rest in peace. Late of 118 Main Street, Dungiven, Co Derry. Loving father of Michael and Shane. Loving son of Mary and the late Mickey RIP and dear brother of Michele (Colin), Catriona (Tony), Adrian (Carmel), Colette (Paul), Oonagh (Martin), Damien (Catriona), Aileen (James), Lorraine (Conal), Kevin (Paul), Stephanie (Jaime) and the late infant Martina R.I.P. Funeral on Friday, February 20 2026, leaving the family home at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church Dungiven. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Link https://mcn.live/Camera/church-of-st-patrick. Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to Air Ambulance N.I c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.

Madeline Donaghy, 6 Coole Green, Coleraine

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Madeline Donaghy, February 18 2026, (peacefully) at Hospital, 6 Coole Green, Coleraine, dearly beloved wife of the late Robbie, daughter of the late Bridget and Pat Curran and a dear sister, aunt and great-aunt. Funeral from her home on Saturday at 10.30am for 11.00am Mass in St. Johns Church followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends welcome at her home on Friday from 3.00pm to 9.00pm. No flowers please, by her own request. Donations in lieu if desired for Benvarden Animal Rescue Kennels (BARK) c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Lovingly remembered. Sacred Heart Of Jesus Have Mercy On Her Soul.

Eamon Hutton, 40 Coshowen, Derry

Funeral arrangements for the late Eamon Hutton, February 19 2026, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Foyle Hospice, (late of 40 Coshowen), loving father of Ryan, Lee and Jamie, dear friend of Eileen, beloved son of Josie and the late John, cherished brother of Jeanette, Sharon, Martina, Noella, Paul and the late Sean and a dear uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Eamon will be reposing at his son Ryan’s Home, 44 Bards Hill, Waterside. Funeral leaving there on Saturday, February 21 at 9:20am to St. Columba’s Church, Long Tower for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him.

Allen Montgomery, 9 Oakvale Terrace, Culnady

The death has occurred of the late Allen Montgomery, February 19 2026, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, dearly loved Husband of Sadie, 9 Oakvale Terrace, Culnady, devoted Father of Denver, Arlene, Janice and Derek, a dear Father-in-Law of Sharon, Nigel, Sharon and the late Alfie, a proud Grandfather and Great Grandfather and a much loved Brother. House private. Family, friends and neighbours welcome at the Family home on Friday, February 20 from 1:30pm – 4:30pm. Funeral will take place from his home on Saturday, February 21 at 1:40pm, to Culnady Presbyterian Church for service at 2:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Parkinsons NI, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Forever loved and sadly missed by his loving Wife, Family and Family Circle. “Safe in the arms of Jesus”

Cathy McDermott (née Lynch), 67 Marianus Park, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Cathy McDermott (née Lynch), February 18 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved wife of the late Frankie, loving mother of Nicola, Frankie Jnr, Catherine and Jonathan, devoted grandmother of Gemma, Martin, Gareth, Shannon and the late Ann and great-grandmother of Carter, Jax and Novah, dear mother-in-law to David, darling daughter of the late May and Edward and a dear and loving sister of Mary, Gemma, Sally, Geralynn, Eddie and the late Paddy Joe and James. Funeral leaving her home, 67 Marianus Park, on Saturday, February 21 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. House strictly private. Our Lady of the most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Jean McDonald (née McIlreavy), Kilrea Road, Garvagh

The death has taken place of Jean McDonald (née McIlreavy), February 18 2026, (Kilrea Road, Garvagh). Dearly loved wife of the late John; much loved mother of Katrina (Paul) and step-mother of Angela, John and Derek (Karen); cherished grandmother of Robert, Emma, Heather, Jack and John and a much loved sister and aunt. House and Funeral strictly private at Jean’s request. No flowers please. Donations, if wished, for St. Paul’s Parish Church Building Fund, 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 John (Ian) McGregor, 6A Duncastle Park, Newbuildings

The death has occurred of the late William John (Ian) McGregor, February 18 2026, Peacefully at Foyle Hospice (surrounded by his loving family in his 83rd year formerly of 6A, Duncastle Park, Newbuildings) much loved husband of Valerie, cherished dad of Trevor, eldest son of the late Sandy and Margaret, dearly beloved brother of Cherry and the late Eileen, Johnston and Alan, devoted uncle and brother-in-law. Service of Thanksgiving for his life in D & R Hay & Sons Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Saturday, February 21 at 12.00noon followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to St Augustine’s Parish Church, c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director (address as above email would be much appreciated for receipts). Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home on Friday from 6.00pm until 8.00pm. House Strictly Private. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle. “Ours is just a simple prayer, God bless and keep you in his care”

Eamon (Ted) McKee, 133a Fivemile Straight, Maghrera

The death has taken place of Eamon (Ted) McKee (Maghera), February 18 2026, beloved husband of Ann and loving father of Barry, dear brother Jean Begley, Anne O’Kane, Francis, Mary Duggan, John and the late Peggy McLaughlin. Funeral from his home, 133a Fivemile Straight on Saturday, February 21 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St. Patrick Glen, via webcam st-patricks-church-maghera - MCN. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his wife, son, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. Family time from 10.00pm to 11.00am. 

Brian (Nickle) McKinney, 12 Dalys Crescent, Derry

The death has taken place of the late Brian (Nickle) McKinney, February 19 2026, peacefully at Deanfield Care Home, beloved son of the late Michael and Elizabeth, loving brother of Bridie, Anne, Mary, Sheila, Chris, Patricia, Michael, Geraldine and the late Tom, dotting uncle to Clare and all his nieces and nephews. Loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle. Brian will be reposing at his home, 12 Dalys Crescent. Funeral leaving there on Saturday, February 21 at 11:00am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 11:30am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Northlands Centre, Shepherds Way, Dungiven Road, Derry, BT47 5GW. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for him, Matt Talbot pray for him.

Margie McSherry (née Strain), 38 Foyle Road, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Margie McSherry (née Strain), February 19 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital after a short illness, beloved wife of the late Tony, loving mother of Tony, Lisa and Chris, cherished mother-in-law of Emily, devoted grandmother of Ciara, Sarah, Louise, Gary and Orlaigh, great-grandmother of Dean, Clara, Maela, Aalayah, Ronan, Conall and Daibhin, much loved partner of Tony Smith and dear sister of Tony, Tim and the late John. Margie will be reposing in her home, 38 Foyle Road. Funeral from there on Saturday at 10.45am for 11.30am Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time please from 11.00pm to 11.00am. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her. St Teresa intercede for her.

Henrietta (Etta) Williamson (née Irvine), 34 Parkview, Castledawson

The death has occurred of the late Henrietta (Etta Williamson (née Irvine), February 19 2026, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital (surrounded by her family), ), dearly beloved wife of the late Robert, 34 Parkview, Castledawson, much loved and devoted mother of Lynne, Stephanie and the late Stephen (Infant), dear mother-in-law of Bryan and the late Jonathan, adored granny of Ellie and dearest sister of the late Laurence, Gordon, Sidney, Len, Samuel, Andrew John (infant). Funeral arrangements later. Will always be loved and remembered by her family and the entire family circle. “Peace Perfect Peace”