Derry Death Notices - Sunday, February 22, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Paul Hegarty, Coleraine

• Susan Traynor, 8 Dunkeld Avenue, Derry

• Ollie Walker - Reid, Limavady

• Raymond Richard James Watton, Castlerock

Paul Hegarty, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late Paul Hegarty February 20 2026, peacefully at Brookmount Nursing Home, Coleraine. (formerly of Jordanstown and latterly of Coleraine). Dearly loved husband of the late Ellis and much loved father of Rev Gerald Hegarty, deceased (Karen), Angela (Alistair) and Elizabeth (Stephen); adored grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Arrangements to follow. Lovingly remembered by all the family circle. – The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases.

Susan Traynor, 8 Dunkeld Avenue, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Susan Traynor, February 21 2026, peacefully at Culmore Manor, surrounded by her loving family and friends, 8 Dunkeld Avenue, Derry and formerly of Kilmacrenan. Beloved wife of the late Laurence loving mother of Christine, Jacqueline, Laurence and Evelyn, mother in law of Martin, Philip, Orla and Patrick, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, dear sister of Mary and the late Daniel, Rose, Catherine, Edward and John, and a loving aunt to her many nieces and nephews. Susan will be reposing in her home, 8 Dunkeld Avenue on Sunday from 12noon – 10.00pm. Funeral from there on Monday at 9.30am for 10o’clock Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Ann’s Care Home (resident’s hospitality fund). Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

Ollie Walker - Reid, Limavady

Funeral arrangements for the late Ollie Walker - Reid, Sadly Passed away at the Royal Victoria Childrens Hospital on February 21 2026, surrounded by his loving Mum, Dad and family. Ollie is a dearly loved son of Toni and Lee, much loved wee brother of Kyle, Hannah and Eve, devoted Grandson of Philip and the late Sadie and Ann and the late John. Always loved by his Aunts, Uncles and entire family Circle. House strictly private please. All welcome to attend the graveside service in Enagh Cemetery on Monday at 1.00pm Followed by refreshments in Services club Limavady. Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to P.I.C.U at Royal Victoria Childrens Hospital (B.H.S.C.T) And forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est, Aghanloo Road, Limavady.

Raymond Richard James Watton, Castlerock

The death has taken place of Raymond Richard James Watton, February 21 2026, (peacefully) at Causeway Hospital, late of Castlerock and formerly of Ballybogey, a dear father, grandfather, brother and brother-in-law. Service in James McMullan & Son Funeral Home on Wednesday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Ballymoney Cemetery. Family and friends welcome at Funeral Home on Monday between 3.00pm and 4.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to ADDNI Children's Charity c/o James McMullan & Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com . Sadly missed by his sorrowing family and the entire family circle.