Derry Death Notices - Friday, March 20, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Mary “Maureen” Tierney (née Brolly), 33 Scroggy Road, Limavady

• Damien Cooper, 200 Glebe Avenue, Coleraine

• Baby Isaac James McBeth, Banagher

• Darren James O'Neill, 25 Parkmore Close, Magherafelt

• Richard William Wallace, 6 Maghadone Lane, Moneymore

• Matthew (Matha) Young,19 Argarvan, Limavady

Mary “Maureen” Tierney (née Brolly), 33 Scroggy Road, Limavady

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Mary “Maureen” Tierney (née Brolly), peacefully at home on March 18 2026, surrounded by her loving family. May she rest in peace. Late of 33 Scroggy Road, Limavady, Co Derry. Beloved wife of the late Francis RIP. Loving mother of Liam, Kevin, Sean, Brian, Nuala Bryson and Ciara McNeill. A much loved grandmother and great grandmother. Daughter of the late William and Madeleine Brolly RIP Lettershandoney and caring sister of Madeleine, Nuala, and the the late Eugene, Tony, Billie RIP and caring sister in law of Nellie. Wake at her late home on Friday, March 20 from 2.00pm to 9.00pm. Funeral on Saturday, March 21 2026 leaving at 9:15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Limavady. Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church website https://limavadyparish.org/. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Maureen to Marie Curie c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors. Mary, Queen of the most holy rosary pray for her. Enquires to McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

Damien Cooper, 200 Glebe Avenue, Coleraine

The death has taken place of the late Damien Cooper, March 17 2026, Peacefully at his home: 200 Glebe Avenue, Coleraine
BT52 2EP. Beloved husband of Ann. Loving father of Gillian, Ashley and Marian, father-in-law of Neil and Ryan. A much loved grandfather of Christy, Caitlin, Mia and Cooper, and great-grandfather of Malachi. Dear brother of Uel and the late baby Christopher R.I.P. A loving uncle and cousin. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Funeral from his home; 200 Glebe Avenue on Friday, March 20 at 12.25pm for Requiem Mass in St Malachy’s Church Coleraine at 1pm followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Marie Curie. 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh. BT78 5EJ. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 028 77764732. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Baby Isaac James McBeth, Banagher

It is with deep regret and sorrow we announce the passing of Baby Isaac James McBeth, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family. Beloved son of Gareth and Lauren, much loved brother of Amelia and Ethan, grandson of Neill and Kate, and William and Gillian, and cherished nephew of Emma (Joel), David, Anna-Louise and Harry. Thanksgiving service for Isaac’s little life on Friday, March 20 at 1.00pm in Banagher Presbyterian Church. All welcome. The family request that those attending wear something green or colourful. House is strictly private. No flowers please. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Child Evangelism Fellowship or W.H. & S.C.T. Altnagelvin N.I.C.U. c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry, BT47 3QQ. His little life has made a lasting impact and he will be sorely missed. ‘God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble’ - Psalm 46:1

Darren James O'Neill, 25 Parkmore Close, Magherafelt

The death has occurred of the late Darren James O'Neill, March 17 2026, (suddenly) at his home, 25 Parkmore Close, Magherafelt, much loved father of Lauryn and Megan, adored granda of Lyla-Faith and Evie-Mae, dearly loved son of Iris and David, loving brother of Michelle, dear brother in-law of Hugh and also a dearest uncle of John, Alex and Ethan. Friends welcome at his home on Friday (March 20) from 3:00pm –9:00pm. Funeral from his home on Saturday (Ma-rch 21) at 12.30pm for service in Magherafelt Independent Methodist Church at 1.00pm approx. followed by burial in Polepatrick Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Cancer Research NI payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Lovingly remembered by the entire family circle. “You’ll Never Walk Alone”

Richard William Wallace, 6 Maghadone Lane, Moneymore

The death has taken place of Richard William Wallace, March 19 2026, (suddenly, as the result of a tragic accident), 6 Maghadone Lane, Moneymore, precious and much adored youngest Son of Stephen and Julie, dearly loved Brother of Graeme, much loved Grandson of Danny and Elizabeth (Robinson) and the late Sammy and Josie (Wallace) and a cherished Nephew and Cousin. Wake and Funeral details to follow. Forever loved and deeply missed by all his Family and Friends. "Too good in life, to be forgotten in death"

Matthew (Matha) Young,19 Argarvan, Limavady

The death has occurred of the late Matthew (Matha) Young, late of 19 Argarvan, Limavady, passed away peacefully at Foyle Hospice after a short illness. Loving husband of the late Rose. Father of Victor, Mark, Graham and the late Sharon.
Much loved Granda of Josh, Faye, Jude, Ruby and Joel. Dear brother of Alex and the late Mattie, Jeanie, Katy, Margaret, Sammy, Willie, Johnny, Jimmy and Davy. Wake will take place at his home on Friday, March 20 2026 from 12noon to 9.00pm. Funeral service will held in his late home on Saturday, March 21 2026 at 10.30am followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery at 11.30am. Family Flowers only, please. Donations if desired and cheques payable to Foyle Hospice and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est., Aghanloo Road, Limavady. Deeply regretted by all the family circle and his dear friends.