Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Cecil Adams, 96 Castleroe Road, Coleraine

• Joanne Ferry (née McIntyre), 69 Prehen Park, Derry (Formerly of Ballerin)

• Helen Kilkey, 156 Slaughtmanus Road, Tamnaherin

• John McCormack, 16 Mount Vernon, Culmore

• Gemma Mullan (née Coyle), 63 Gleneagles, Derry

• Eileen O'Donnell (née Deane), 44 Ivy Terrace, Derry

• Gwendoline Stewart, 278 Boveedy Terrace, Boveedy, Kilrea

• John (Nonny) Tierney, 47 Melmore Gardens, Derry

• Alex (Neighbour) Trainor, 11 Windsor Avenue, Limavady (Updated Funeral Arrangements)

• Dr James (Jim) Weston, 4 Osborne Park, Coleraine

Cecil Adams, 96 Castleroe Road, Coleraine

The death has occurred of the late Cecil Adams, April 11 2026, (peacefully) at hospital, 96 Castleroe Road, Coleraine. Dearly beloved husband of the late Hannah, much loved father of Sharon and Jayne, dear father-in-law of Vincent and Robert, devoted grandfather of Victoria, Jonathon and Naomi and cherished great-grandfather of Niamh, Theo and Pierce. Service in his home on Tuesday at 2.00pm followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for N.I Children’s Hospice or Ward 29 R.V.H (Please make cheques payable to Ivan Murdock and Sons) c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by his loving family, friends and entire family circle.

Joanne Ferry (née McIntyre), 69 Prehen Park, Derry (Formerly of Ballerin)

Funeral arrangements for the late Joanne Ferry (née McIntyre), Derry & formerly Ballerin, died April 13 2026. Everyone welcome to call at the family home, 69 Prehen Park, Derry. BT47 2PB today (Tuesday) from 5.00pm to 10.00pm and Wednesday from 12noon to 10.00pm. Family time after please. Joanne has requested those attending the funeral wear their club or county GAA tops if possible. Peacefully at Foyle Hospice Joanne R.I.P. beloved wife of Adrian and much adored mother of Erin. Beloved daughter of Phyllis and the late Joey and loving sister of Seamus, Gregory, Marisa (Mullan) and Cormac; daughter-n-law of Willie and Eileen Ferry and a cherished, sister-in-law, aunt and friend to many. Funeral from her late residence, 69 Prehen Park, on Thursday at 10:15am for 11 o’clock Requiem Mass in Church Of The Immaculate Conception, 10B Trench Road, Derry, BT47 3UB. (Mass can be viewed on the Parish webcam https://www.youtube.com/c/WatersideParish). Interment afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ardmore. Our Lady of Knock pray for her. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Foyle Hospice can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

Helen Kilkey, 156 Slaughtmanus Road, Tamnaherin

The death has taken place of Helen Kilkey, April 12 2026 peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved daughter of the late Lawrence and Brigid, loving sister of Pauline, Claire and the late Mary and Raymond and a much loved sister-in-law, aunt and great-aunt. Helen will be reposing in her home, 156 Slaughtmanus Road, BT47 3HA. Funeral from there on Wednesday at 10.30am for 11o’clock Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Tamnaherin. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family time please from 9.00pm to 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Friends of Altnagelvin (Ward 24) C/o Mr Paul Nicholl, MDEC Unit, Altnagelvin Hospital, Glenshane Road, Derry, BT47 6SB. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

John McCormack, 16 Mount Vernon, Culmore

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of John McCormack, peacefully at home on April 13 2026. Late of 16 Mount Vernon, Culmore. May he rest in peace. Tender beloved husband of Patricia. Devoted father of Vincent (Kate) and Fergal (Sarah). Delighted grandfather of Cillian. Loving brother of the late Marie, Vincent and John L. A dear cousin of Sr. Catherine. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his nieces, nephews, wider family circle and friends. John’s remains will be reposing at his late home, 16 Mount Vernon from 2.00pm this afternoon, (Tuesday, April 14). Funeral leaving from there on Thursday, April 16 at 9:15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. The wake house will be private from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Johns Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/steelstown. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to either Concern Worldwide or Alzheimer’s Society NI c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. “My Lord and My God” “How Great Thou Art”. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Gemma Mullan (née Coyle), 63 Gleneagles, Derry

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gemma Mullan (née Coyle), suddenly at home on April 11 2026. Late of 63 Gleneagles, Derry. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of Barney. Devoted mother of Martin, Moya and the late Michelle. Dearest mother-in-law of Pamela, Paul and Jonathan. Loving granny of Barry, Kellie, Adele, Blake and Troy. A much loved great-granny to all her loving great-grandchildren. A dear sister of Josephine, Veronica, Leo and the late Clare, Rita and Fr. Pat Coyle. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Gemma’s remains will be reposing at her late home, 63 Gleneagles. Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday, April 15 at 9:20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery. The wake house will be private from 10.00pm until 11.00am. Gemma’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/steelstown. St. Padre Pio Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

Eileen O'Donnell (née Deane), 44 Ivy Terrace, Derry

The death has taken place of Eileen O'Donnell (née Deane), April 12 2026, beloved wife of Patsy, loving mother of Liza, Deane and Patricia, mother-in-law of Tommy and Aidan, devoted grandmother of Thomas, Darren, Daniel, Erin and Matthew, a cherished great-grandmother and dear sister of Ann, Martin, Mary and the late George and Margaret. Eileen will be reposing in her home, 44 Ivy Terrace, on Tuesday and Wednesday from 12noon - 10.00pm.  Funeral from there on Thursday at 11.30am for 12o'clock Requiem Mass in St Columba's Church, Longtower.  Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her

Gwendoline Stewart, 278 Boveedy Terrace, Boveedy, Kilrea

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Gwendoline Stewart, April 12 2026, peacefully at the home of her daughter 88a Blackrock Road, Kilrea and formerly of 278 Boveedy Terrace, Boveedy, Kilrea. Dearly loved wife of the late Alfie and much loved mother of Marion and the late Robert, mother in law of the late John and Lorna. Devoted and much loved grandmother and great grandmother. House strictly private. A family service will be held at her daughter’s home on Tuesday, April 14 at 11.30am followed by service and interment in Kilrea Cemetery at 12.30pm. By request family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church (cheques made payable to Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church) c/o Clyde Funeral Directors 24 Mettican Road, Garvagh BT515HS. Very deeply regretted by her sorrowing daughter Marion and the entire family circle. ‘The Lord is my Shepherd’.

John (Nonny) Tierney, 47 Melmore Gardens, Derry

The death has taken place of the late John (Nonny) Tierney, April 11 2026, suddenly at his home, 47 Melmore Gardens, beloved son of the late Patrick and Annie Rose, loving brother of Nucker, Pius, Roseleen, Margaret, Carol, Ann, Lisa and the late Martha, Via, Nan and Patrick (Boo), and brother-in-law to the late Daniel Cassidy and Michael Lavy, dear uncle of the late Stephen Chadwick, Noel Lavy and Gronia Cassidy and great-uncle of the late Caoimhin and Daryl Cassidy. Loved and will be sadly missed by his nephews, nieces and his wider family circle friends and neighbours. John will be reposing at his home. Funeral leaving his home on Wednesday, April 15 at 9:30am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.

Alex (Neighbour) Trainor, 11 Windsor Avenue, Limavady (Updated Funeral Arrangements)

The death has occurred of the late Alex (Neighbour) Trainor, April 12 2026, Peacefully at his home: 11 Windsor Avenue, Limavady, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Marietta. Loving father of Alexandra, father-in-law of Davey. A much loved grandfather of Hannah (Mark) and great-grandfather of George. Son of the late Alex and Sarah Trainor. Dear brother of Joe, Tom, Anne, Norman, Kenneth and the late Raymond and William. A dear brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Family time from 11.00pm to 11.00am please. Funeral service in his home on Wednesday, April 15 at 1.00pm followed by burial in Enagh Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Alzheimer’s Society, Foyle Local Service Office, Sevenoaks Fold, Derry. BT47 6AL. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 028 77764732. The Lord is my Shepherd.

Dr James (Jim) Weston, 4 Osborne Park, Coleraine

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of the late Dr James (Jim) Weston, April 12 2026, peacefully at Causeway Hospital, 4 Osborne Park, Coleraine. Much loved husband of Elizabeth, loving father of Jeremy and Michael, father-in-law of Pamela and adored granda of Katherine and James. Also a dear brother of Yvonne and brother-in-law of Peter. House private. Family and friends are welcome to call on Wednesday from 3.00pm - 5.00pm. Removal from the family home, 4 Osborne Park, Coleraine on Wednesday at 5.00pm to St. John’s Church, Coleraine for 5.30pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10.00am followed by interment in Portstewart Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for N.I. Chest, Heart & Stroke 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 and friends. “On his soul Sweet Jesus have Mercy.”