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The late Amy Doherty
The funeral arrangements for Derry murder victim Amy Doherty have been announced.
A murder inquiry was launched on Saturday after Amy was found with serious wounds at an address in Summer Meadows Mews and died a short time later.
A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and in an update on Monday afternoon police said he ‘remains in custody’.
Amy's funeral will take place at 10.00am on Thursday, March 26 in Holy Family Church Ballymagroarty followed by cremation in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium.
Family flowers only please donations in lieu of Foyle Women’s Aid.
Her remains are reposing from the family home, 61 Norburgh, Foyle Springs. Wake commence tomorrow (Wednesday, March 25) at 10am. House strictly private this evening.
Amy was the beloved mother of Rhea and Ronan. Loving daughter of Patrick and Sharon. Dear sister of Shane and Ryan. Granddaughter of John and Patricia Doherty, and Margaret and the late Patsy Mooney and a much loved niece and cousin. Her death is deeply regretted by all the family circle.
In a statement issued on Monday, Amy's parents Sharon and Patrick spoke of how devoted, kind and loving their daughter was.
"Amy is our beautiful only daughter. She is the best mother Rhea and Ronan could ask for. She loved her brothers Shane and Ryan," they said, adding: "Our hearts are crushed with disbelief, sadness and pain.
"Amy’s life revolved around her love and care of Rhea and Ronan. In her daily work she cared for the sick and the elderly.
"Her bubbly character and fun loving spirit lifted the hearts of all who met her.”
A vigil in memory of Amy will take place on Friday, March 27 at 7.00pm at the Guildhall. Those attending have been urged to bring candles and flowers.
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