Derry Death Notices - Wednesday, April 22, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

• Dolores Bonner, (née Doherty), Derry

• Sidonie Canning (née Cooke), Downland Road, Limavady

• Brian Gillespie, Derry

• Charles (Charlie) Gillespie, 19 Lenamore Gardens, Derry

• Sarah Eliza (Betty) McAfee, Hazlett Court, Coleraine

• Brendan McClafferty, 92 Ravenhill Avenue, Belfast (Formerly of Derry)

• William Anthony (Tony) McLaughlin, Rathbeg Drive, Limavady

• Brian Ross, Hazlett Court, Coleraine

• Shiela (Bernadette) Sharkey (née McCloskey), 52 Whitethorn Drive, Currynierin

• Ann Toole (née Laird), 6 Church Meadows, Derry

• Christina Tosh (née Osborne, 73 Greenmount Avenue, Coleraine

Dolores Bonner, (née Doherty), Derry

It is with regret we announce the passing of Dolores Bonner, (née Doherty), April 21 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, (formerly of Westland Avenue), beloved wife of the late Bill, loving mother of Mary, devoted grandmother of Stephen, David, Michael, Ryan and great-grandmother, cherished sister of Brendan and Geraldine and a loving aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Loved and will be sadly missed by her wider family circle. Dolores will be reposing at her daughter Mary’s home, 13 Joseph Place. Funeral leaving 13 Joseph’s Place on Thursday, April 23 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

Sidonie Canning (née Cooke), Downland Road, Limavady

The death has occurred of the late Sidonie Canning (née Cooke), April 21 2026, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Late of Downland Road, Limavady. Dear sister of the late Margaret Lawlor and James Cooke R.I.P. A much loved aunt of Martina, Declan, Sharon, Marius, Karen Michelle, Leanne and Colin. Deeply regretted by all the family circle and her many friends. Family and friends welcome at O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Home; 10 Ballyclose Street. Limavady on Wednesday, April 22 from 4.00pm to 7.00pm and Thursday, April 23 from 3.00pm. Funeral will leave funeral home on Thursday, April 23 at 4.30pm to repose in St Aidan’s Church Magilligan from 5.00pm. Requiem Mass will be held in St Aiden’s Church on Friday at 11.00am followed by interment in adjoining cemetery. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 02877764732. Queen of the most holy rosary pray for her.

Brian Gillespie, Derry

The death has occurred of the late Brian Gillespie, April 21 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved husband of Amanda, dear son of the late John and Celine, cherished brother of Linda and Ursula and a loving uncle to his nephews and nieces. Loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle. Brian will be reposing at Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 22 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm. Funeral leaving Bradley & McLaughlin’s Funeral Home on Thursday, April 23 at 1:30pm to the City Cemetery for funeral service at 2:00pm. At Rest.

Charles (Charlie) Gillespie, 19 Lenamore Gardens, Derry

The death has taken place of Charles (Charlie) Gillespie, April 21 2026, peacefully at Rushall Care Home, Limavady, beloved husband of the late Jennifer, loving father of Paul, Noel and the late Sean and Christopher, a much loved father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather and dear brother of Jean and the late Christy, Terence, Margaret and Patsy. Charlie will be reposing in his home, 19 Lenamore Gardens. Funeral from there on Thursday at 9.30am for 10o'clock Requiem Mass in St Brigid's Church, Carnhill. Interment afterwards in St Aengus' Cemetery, Burt. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Alzheimer's Society. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Sarah Eliza (Betty) McAfee, Hazlett Court, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Sarah Eliza (Betty) McAfee, April 20 2026, (peacefully) at hospital, late of Killowen House and Hazlett Court, Coleraine, dearly beloved wife of the late William, loving mother of Isobel, William, Joe, Rosemary, Annie and Peter, a much loved mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Service in Ballywatt Presbyterian Church on Thursday at 2.00pm followed by interment in the adjoining Burying Ground. Family and friends welcome at Murdock’s Funeral Home, 2a Windsor Avenue, Coleraine on Wednesday between 6.00pm and 9.00pm. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle.

Brendan McClafferty, 92 Ravenhill Avenue, Belfast (Formerly of Derry)

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Brendan McClafferty, suddenly at his home on April 20 2026. Late of 92 Ravenhill Avenue, Belfast and formerly of 9A St. John’s Park, Derry. May he rest in peace. Beloved son of the late Billy and Grace. Loving brother of Paul, Declan, Deirdre and Ronan. A much loved brother-in-law and dearest uncle to all of his nieces and nephews. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle and friends. Brendan’s remains will be reposing at his brother Declan’s home, 61 Whitehill, Muff, F93 E658. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday, April 23 at 9:15am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. The wake house will be private from 10.00pm until 11.00m. Brendan’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link: https://www.churchservices.tv/pennyburn. Sacred Heart Of Jesus Have Mercy On His Soul. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

William Anthony (Tony) McLaughlin, Rathbeg Drive, Limavady

The death has taken place of the late William Anthony (Tony) McLaughlin, April 21 2026, peacefully at Deanfield Care Home and formerly of Rathbeg Drive, Limavady, beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of James, Ciaran, Dermot and Deirdre, father-in-law of Michelle, Geraldine, Lorna and Liam, devoted grandfather of Lauren, Cat, Eoin, Ryan, Niamh, Ben and Rose, great-grandfather of Callum and dear brother of Maureen, Rita, Noeleen, Ena, Brendan, Maura, Phonsie and the late Tesse, Tommy, Kathleen and Ann. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O'Brien & Son's Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Wednesday from 6.00 - 9.00pm and Thursday from 4.30pm - 6.00pm. He will then be removed from there to repose overnight in Christ The King Church, Limavady for Requiem Mass on Friday at 10o'clock. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if wished, to Deanfield Nursing Home, C/o The Manager, 19 Deanfield, Limavady Road, Derry, BT47 6HY. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Brian Ross, Hazlett Court, Coleraine

The death has taken place of Brian Ross, April 18 2026, (peacefully) at the Cottage Care Home, late of Hazlett Court, Coleraine, dearly loved father to Christopher, Lynda, Michelle and Angela, father-in-law of Paula and dear grandfather to Cara, Rebecca and Quinn, Samantha, Matthew and Jenna. Service in Murdocks Funeral Home, 2a Windsor Avenue, Coleraine on Wednesday at 11.30am followed by interment in Coleraine Cemetery. Friends and family welcome at Murdock’s Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6.00pm - 9.00pm. Family flowers only, please donations in lieu if desired for SANDS c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31, Bushmills Road, Coleraine. Deeply regretted by his loving family and entire family circle.

Shiela (Bernadette) Sharkey (née McCloskey), 52 Whitethorn Drive, Currynierin

The death has occurred of the late Shiela (Bernadette) Sharkey (née McCloskey), April 20 2026, Suddenly at her home, 52 Whitethorn Drive, Currynierin, much loved mum of Paul, Gerald, Teresa, Anne-Marie, Martin and the late Gary, loving mother-in-law of Karen, Mark, Ronnie and Kelly, special Granny and Great Granny and dearest sister of Gerry, Sean, James and the late Doreen and Mary. Funeral leaving her home on Thursday, April 23 at 9.30am, followed by Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Ardmore at 10.00am, Cremation will take place at Roselawn Crematorium on Friday morning at 8.00am. Family flowers only, donation in lieu if desired (cheque made payable to Foyle Hospice), c/o Foyle Hospice, 61, Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Wednesday from 10.00an onwards. “Scared Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul”

Ann Toole (née Laird), 6 Church Meadows, Derry

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Ann Toole (née Laird), April 20 2026, Suddenly at her home, 6 Church Meadows, Derry (surrounded with love) much loved wife of Andy, loving mother of Mark and Suzanne, dearest sister of Robert, Ross, Stephen, Scott, Evelyn, Colin, Valerie, and the late David and Dawna, a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Service in D & R Hay & Sons, Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Derry BT47 3QQ on Saturday at 8.30am followed by Cremation in Lakeland’s Crematorium, Cavan, at 11.00am. Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home on Thursday and Friday from 11.00am until 1.00pm and from 3.00pm until 5.00pm. Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle. “Peace is yours, memories ours”

Christina Tosh (née Osborne, 73 Greenmount Avenue, Coleraine

The death has occurred of the late Christina Tosh (née Osborne), April 19 2026, (suddenly) at hospital, 73 Greenmount Avenue, Coleraine, dearly loved wife of Norman, much loved mother of Ryan (Joanne) and the late Paul, devoted granny of Lewis, Sonny, Niamh and Noah and a beloved sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral from her home on Thursday at 9.30am for Requiem Mass in St. Johns Church at 10.00am and afterwards to the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired for ALPS c/o Ivan Murdock and Sons, 31 Bushmills Road, Coleraine. House private. Family and close friends welcome. Deeply regretted by her loving family and entire family circle. Sacred Heart Of Jesus Have Mercy On Her Soul.