Derry Death Notices - Evening - Friday, April 10, 2026

The following deaths have occurred:-

Shaun Devlin, ‘Bridge House’ 305 Drumsurn Road.

Martin Alexander Meehan Hibberd, late of Mullagh House, Limavady and formerly of Roemill Gardens, Limavady.

Rosaleen McElhinney (née McLaughlin), 6 Stradowen Drive, Strathfoyle.

Valerie Malcolm (née Faulkner).

Noel Lockhart “Archie”, 51 Faughan View Park, Claudy, Co Derry.

Dorothy Hegarty (née McLaughlin), 6, Oakfield Crescent.

Paul Martin McVeigh, 21 The Paddocks, Coleraine.

Dr Kenneth John (Ken) Adams, 118, Rosses Gate.

Tom Nesbitt, 4 Woodlands, Culmore.

Ronald Raymond (Junior) Salvesen, 9, Lismacarroll Road, Drumahoe.

Noel "Archie" Lockhart, 51 Faughan View Park, Claudy.

Dorothy Brown (née Willoughby).

Vaughan Williams, 16, Beechwood Crescent.

Adrian (Aidy) Paul, 42 Carmean Road, Magherafelt.

Nuala Downey (née Morgan) 21 Beechland Drive, Clady

Paul Dempsey, 18 Claragh Hill Drive, Kilrea.

Singh Inder Pal (Dr.) (Retired G.P.), 11 Templegrove, Londonderry.

Susanna Kealey “Susie” née O’Kane, Leeds.

Margaret (Katrina) Johnston (née Holden), 117 Fergleen Park, Derry.

William James (Jim) Booth, 33, Killyneese Road, Castledawson.

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Shaun Devlin, ‘Bridge House’ 305 Drumsurn Road.

Funeral arrangements for the late Shaun Devlin R.I.P. (Drumsurn) Died April 9, 2026.

N.B. Shaun’s wake will commence at his late residence, ‘Bridge House’ 305 Drumsurn Road, this evening (Friday) at 6pm. Everyone welcome to call. Parking is available at the Chapel Car Park.

Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital Shaun R.I.P. beloved husband of Jean (née Moore); loving father of Keith, Max, Lorna and Maeve; dear father-in-law of Ashley, Denise and Kevin and much adored Granda of Josh, Ethan, Molly, Glenn, Lara, Tess, Oliver and Daniel.

Son of the late James and Annie and brother of Eamon, Eugene, Adrian, Gabriel, Jennifer, Noelle and the late Seamus.

Funeral from his late residence, ‘Bridge House’ 305 Drumsurn Road on Sunday at 9:45am for 10:15am Requiem Mass in St. Matthews Church, Drumsurn. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery.

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his Soul.

Deeply regretted by the entire Devlin and Moore family circle.

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Martin Alexander Meehan Hibberd, late of Mullagh House, Limavady and formerly of Roemill Gardens, Limavady.

Passed away peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on April 9, 2026.

Late of Mullagh House, Limavady and formerly of Roemill Gardens, Limavady.

Anyone wishing to pay their respects to Martin may call at Browns Funeral Home on Sunday from 4pm to 6pm.

Funeral will be held in Browns Funeral Home on Monday at 12noon Followed by burial in Christ Church Limavady.

Family flowers only please donations if desired and cheques payable to Mullagh House and forwarded to Browns Funeral Directors, 21 Aghanloo Ind Est. Aghanloo Road, Limavady.

Martin will be very sadly missed especially by his Mullagh House Family and his entire family circle.

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Rosaleen McElhinney (née McLaughlin), 6 Stradowen Drive, Strathfoyle.

April 9, 2026 peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, wife of Martin, loving mother of Adrian and Mark, mother-in-law of Allison, devoted grandmother of Brandon, Chloe, Ellie and Sophie and dear sister of Anne, Josephine, Hannah, James, Gerard, and the late John, Dolly and Bernard.

Rosaleen will be reposing in her home, 6, Stradowen Drive, Strathfoyle, from 4 pm on Friday. Funeral from there on Sunday at 10.45 am for 11.15 am funeral Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Strathfoyle. Interment afterwards in Star of the Sea cemetery, Faughanvale. Family time please from 10 pm to 12 noon.

Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.

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Valerie Malcolm (née Faulkner).

9th April 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital after a long illness, surrounded by her loving family in her 59th year. Much loved wife of Dave, and loving mother of Sophie and Thomas.

Funeral service in Adair & Neely Funeral Home, 10 Foyle Road on Monday 13th April 2026 at 12 noon followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery.

Family Flowers only, donations in lieu, if wished, to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke, 21 Dublin Road, Belfast BT2 7HB.

Family and Friends welcome to Adair & Neely Funeral Home on Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th April from 5pm-7pm

Abide with Me.

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Noel Lockhart “Archie”, 51 Faughan View Park, Claudy, Co Derry.

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Noel Lockhart “Archie” aged 81years peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on Wednesday April 8, 2026. May he rest in peace.

Late of 51 Faughan View Park, Claudy, Co Derry.

Loving partner of the late Gertie RIP.
A dear father, step-father, son, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle.

You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlin’s Funeral Home (414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven, BT47 4NQ) Today Friday April 10th at 4pm to 5.30pm. Leaving the funeral home at 5.30pm to repose in Saint Joseph’s Church, Banagher for 11:30am Requiem Mass on Saturday 11th April 2026. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.
Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://www.banagherparish.com/

Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him.

Enquires McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

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Dorothy Hegarty (née McLaughlin), 6, Oakfield Crescent.

The death has taken place of Dorothy Hegarty (née McLaughlin). April 8, 2026, peacefully at her daughter’s home, surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of the late Michael, loving mother of George (Jo), Caroline O'Hara (Dermot), Mary McGettigan (Hugh P), Billy(Janet), Margaret Hannigan (Paddy), Michael (Jennifer), Hugh (Lisa), Walter (Tara) and the late Geraldine and Patricia, a devoted grandmother, great-grandmother and mother-in-law. Loved and will be sadly missed by the wider family circle.

Dorothy will be reposing at her home 6, Oakfield Crescent on Thursday, April 9, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Funeral leaving her home on Saturday, April 11, at 10:50 a.m. to St. Mary’s Church, Ballybrack, Moville for Requiem Mass at 12:00 noon. Interment afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry, BT48 8JE.

Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Our Lady Of Lourdes intercede for her.

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We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Noel Lockhart “Archie” aged 81years peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on Wednesday 8th April 2026. May he rest in peace.

Late of 51 Faughan View Park, Claudy, Co Derry.

Loving partner of the late Gertie RIP.
A dear father, step-father, son, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle.

You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlin’s Funeral Home (414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven, BT47 4NQ) Today Friday April 10th at 4pm to 5.30pm. Leaving the funeral home at 5.30pm to repose in Saint Joseph’s Church, Banagher for 11:30am Requiem Mass on Saturday 11th April 2026. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.
Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://www.banagherparish.com/

Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him.

Enquires McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

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Dr Kenneth John (Ken) Adams, 118, Rosses Gate.

Adams; Dr Kenneth John (Ken), April 8, 2026 Suddenly at his home 118, Rosses Gate. Dearly Beloved husband of Grace. Loving father of Jonathan, Joanne, Richard, and Christopher. A dear Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Brother of Vivian and Robin. Funeral Service in his late home on Sunday, April 12, at 1:30pm followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. Visitors welcome to pay respects at Kens home from 4pm on Friday 10th April.
All Enquires to Adair and Neely Funeral Directors 02871311321
Deeply regretted by his loving family circle.

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Tom Nesbitt, 4 Woodlands, Culmore.

The death has taken place of Tom Nesbitt, April 8, 2026, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital in his 91st year, beloved husband of Katie, 4 Woodlands, Culmore, loving father of Damian, Jem (Jemima) and the late Sabrina, father-in-law of Maggie and Eamon, devoted grandfather of Logan, Thom, Alyssa, Ruby and Bria and a dear brother and uncle.

Everyone is welcome to pay their respects at W J O'Brien & Son's Funeral Home, 110 Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, on Thursday and Friday from 7 - 9 pm. Funeral service will take place there on Saturday at 1 pm. Interment afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery.

The Lord is my shepherd.

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Ronald Raymond (Junior) Salvesen, 9, Lismacarroll Road, Drumahoe.

The death has taken place of Ronald Raymond (Junior) Salvesen, April 7, 2026 peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital, husband of Sylvia, loving father of Jason, David, Jonathan and John-Ross, a devoted grandfather and dear brother of Christopher, Helen, Jacqueline and the late Alistair and John.

His remains will be reposing in his home, 9, Lismacarroll Road, Drumahoe, from 5 pm on Thursday.  Funeral service will take place there on Saturday at 11 o'clock.  Interment afterwards in Ballyoan cemetery.

The Lord is my shepherd.

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Noel "Archie" Lockhart, 51 Faughan View Park, Claudy.

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Noel Lockhart “Archie” aged 81years peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. May he rest in peace.

Late of 51, Faughan View Park, Claudy, Co Derry.

Loving partner of the late Gertie RIP.
A dear father, step-father, son, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle.

You are welcome to pay your respects at McLaughlin’s Funeral Home (414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven, BT47 4NQ) on Thursday April 9 from 7pm to 9pm and Friday, April 10, from 4pm to 5.30pm. Leaving the funeral home at 5.30pm to repose in Saint Joseph’s Church, Banagher for 11:30am Requiem Mass on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.
Requiem Mass can be viewed via the church webcam https://www.banagherparish.com/

Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for him.

Enquires McLaughlin Funeral Directors Dungiven 07747046084 or 07840052022.

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Dorothy Brown (née Willoughby).

BROWN (nee Willougby) – Called home April 7, 2026 (peacefully) at Faith House, Finaghy, Belfast, Dorothy (in her 93rd year), dearly beloved wife of the late Jack, formerly of Beechgrove Heights, Magherafelt, much loved and devoted mother of Geoffrey and Jacquie, dear mother-in-law of Lynne and Dave and loving granny of Conor, Molly, Josh and Sam.

Funeral service in Magherafelt Gospel Hall on Saturday (April 11) at 11:30am followed by burial in Castledawson Presbyterian Churchyard.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu, if desired, for The Alzheimer’s Society payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15, Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP.

Lovingly remembered by the entire family circle.  

“At home with the Lord”

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Vaughan Williams, 16, Beechwood Crescent.

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Vaughan Williams, peacefully at home after a short illness on April 8, 2026.

Late of 16, Beechwood Crescent. May he rest in peace.

Dearest husband of the late Paula. Beloved son of the late Catherine and Don. Loving brother of Paul, Donna, Peter, Stephen and the late Leo. A much loved uncle to all of his nieces and nephews. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle and friends.

Vaughan’s remains will be reposing at his brother Peter’s home, 36, Oakfield Rd from 5pm tomorrow afternoon, Thursday, April 9. Funeral leaving from there on Saturday, April 11, at 9:20am for 10am Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery.

The wake house will be private from 10pm until 11am.

Vaughan’s Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the link below:
https://www.churchservices.tv/creggan

St. Anthony Pray For Him. Our Lady Of Fatima Intercede For Him.

All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

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Adrian (Aidy) Paul, 42 Carmean Road, Magherafelt.

The death has taken place of Adrian (Aidy) Paul, 42 Carmean Road, Magherafelt, April 8, 2026 (peacefully) at his home, 42 Carmean Road, Magherafelt, Adrian (Aidy), dearly beloved partner of Tracy, much loved and devoted father of Chloe and Ryan, loving son of Jack and Sally, cherished brother of Sharon, Jacqueline, Joey and Geordie, son-in-law of Gladys and the late Bobby, dearest brother-in-law of Mark, Chloe, Keith, Lorna, Samantha, Jennifer and Helen and also a dear uncle, nephew and cousin.

Family and Friends welcome at his home. 

Funeral arrangements later.

Will always be loved and remembered by his family and the entire family circle. 

“You’ll never walk alone.”

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We regret to inform you of the sudden but peaceful passing of Paul Dempsey R.I.P. (Kilrea) Died April 6, 2026.

N.B. Paul’s wake has not yet commenced. Funeral arrangements will be updated when they become available.

Paul R.I.P. late of 18, Claragh Hill Drive, Kilrea.

Beloved husband of Zara (née Donnelly); loving father of Brenainn (Rachel), Naimh, JP and much adored Granda of Shane, Logan, Cillian, Pierce and Danny.

Son of the late Willie and Vera and loving brother of Barbara (Darragh), Mark and Adrian.

St. Pio pray for him.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.

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Singh Inder Pal (Dr.), 11, Templegrove, Londonderry

The death has taken place of Singh Inder Pal (Dr.) (Retired G.P.), April 6, 2026 Peacefully at home, 11 Templegrove, Londonderry (in the tender loving care of his family in his 76th year), much loved husband of Jagir, devoted dad of Birinder, Ruby and Nina, loving father-in-law of Amanda, Kip and Angus, adored granda of Reuben, Millie, Cameron, Lilah, Ralph and Ottie, a dear brother (of his siblings abroad) and a special uncle.

Antam Sanskaar (Funeral Service) to take place in Sikh Gurdwara, 16, Simpsons Brae, Londonderry on Monday, April 13, at approximately 9.30 a.m., followed by private Cremation.

Family time only at the family home, with an exception. All are welcome to call at the family home on Friday, April 10, from 3.00 p.m. until 8.00 p.m..

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Foyle Hospice or Marie Curie c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry, BT47 3QQ.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle.

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Susanna Kealey “Susie” née O’Kane, Leeds.

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Susanna Kealey “Susie” née O’Kane peacefully at Gledhow Nursing Home, Leeds on the 4th April 2026, may she rest in peace.

Formerly of Feeny & Dungiven, Co Derry.

Beloved wife of the late Willie John RIP and loving mother of Anna-Maria Sutton and the late Noel Kealey RIP, fond mother in law of Simon.
Devoted grandmother of Joseph, Immy and Charlie.
Daughter of the late Margaret & Canice O’Kane RIP and dear sister of Canice, Eddie, Mary, Paul, Patsy and the late John and Eileen RIP.

There is no wake as per Susie’s request.

Arriving at Saint Patrick’s Church, Dungiven on Friday 10th of April 2026 at 7pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 11th April 2026 at 10am.
Interment immediately afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.
Link https://mcn.live/Camera/church-of-st-patrick

Family flowers only please, donations if wished in lieu to RNLI c/o McLaughlin Funeral Directors.

Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for her.

Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s 07747046084 / 07840052022.

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Margaret (Katrina) Johnston (née Holden), 117 Fergleen Park, Derry.

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret (Katrina) Johnston née Holden, peacefully at home on April 6, 2026.

Late of 117, Fergleen Park. May she rest in peace.

Beloved wife of John-Paul. Devoted mother of Janine, Charmaine and Ryan. Dearest mother-in-law of Jonathan and Darryl. Loving Nana of Maddie, Cillian, Kerrie, Michaela, Harry, Luke, Kelsey, Zach, Cathair and Ellie. Precious daughter of the late Ronald and Isobel. A dear daughter-in-law of Caddie. A much loved sister and sister-in-law. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends.

***Funeral Arrangements Later***

Peace Perfect Peace.

All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.

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William James (Jim) Booth, 33, Killyneese Road, Castledawson.

The death has taken place of April 5, 2026 (suddenly) at his home, 33 Killyneese Road, Castledawson, William James (Jim), dearly beloved Husband of the late Isobel, much loved Brother of John and the late Tom, Eileen and Olive and a dear Brother-in-Law and Uncle.

House strictly private.

Wake and Funeral details to follow.

Family flowers only please.

Lovingly remembered by his sorrowing Brother and the entire Family Circle.

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