The following deaths have occurred:-

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Bernard (Bun) Cassidy, July 5 2025, (peacefully at his late residence, surrounded by his loving family) Bernard (Bun) RIP, beloved husband of Anne, much loved father of Emma (Taggart), Brianna (McGillian), Cara, Shonagh, and loving brother of Sean, Una (O’Neill), Anne (McGlinchey), Claire (Graham), Pat, Mark, Declan and the late Thomas. His remains will leave from his late residence on Tuesday, July 8 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in St John the Baptist Church, Granaghan (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. NB: Family time requested each day between 10.00pm and 11.00am. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, brothers, sisters, sons in law Gerry, James and Michael, brothers and sisters in law, grandchildren: Caoimhe, Eilís, Conn, Donnacha, Cahan and all the family circle. Our lady of Lourdes pray for him. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Marie Curie Cancer Care” c/o the family. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.

The death has taken place of Alan Thomas Cousley, July 3 2025, (suddenly), 1 Main Street, Desertmartin, dearly loved son of the late Jack and Maimie, loving brother of Hilary, Eric, Norman, Sheila and the late Jennifer, dear brother-in-law of Alan, Ronette and James, much loved uncle of Andrew, Matthew, Jessica, Gareth, Jack, Luke and Nicole and a dear great-uncle. Family and friends welcome at the family home, 110 Magherafelt Road, Moneymore. Funeral service in First Moneymore Presbyterian Church on Monday (July 7) at 2:00pm followed by burial in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please.  Donations in lieu, if desired, for Mid Ulster Community Rescue Service payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Deeply regretted by his family and the entire family circle. “Peace Perfect Peace”

The death has occurred of TJ Cudden, July 5 2025, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) TJ RIP, precious son of recently deceased Karen, loving fiancé of Laura, much loved brother of Clarice, Calvin and Sarah. T J’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will update them here as soon as they become available. TJ’s passing is deeply regretted by his sorrowing fiancé, brother, sisters, cousins and entire family circle. Safe with his mummy in the arms of Jesus. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.

The death has taken place of the late Seamus Duffy, July 5 2025, beloved partner of Carmel, loving father of Sabrina, Darren, Stephanie, Deborah, Melissa, Jenny and the late Madonna, devoted grandfather of Kyle, Keelan, Tristan, Sophia, Reuben, Kieron and Charlene, much loved son of Mattie and the late Eugene and dear brother of Patrick, Bernadette, Phonsie, John, Eilish, Caroline, Edward and David. His remains will be reposing in his daughter Sabrina’s home, 83 Gortnessey Meadows, Lettershandoney. Funeral from there on Tuesday at 9.50am for 10.30am Requiem Mass in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

The death has taken place of Violet Elizabeth Jean Kirk, July 4 2025, Peacefully at Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, 36 Newbridge Park, Coleraine, formerly of Northland Village, Dungannon. Loving wife of Albert, devoted mother of Elaine, mother-in-law of Gordon, much loved granny of Victoria and Kyle and sister of Nan, Yvonne, Roy, Sydney, George, Norman and the late Harry, John, Irwin and Dennis. House private. Family and friends welcome at the Funeral Home of F. Martin and Sons, 185 Ballygawley Road, Dungannon, on Tuesday, July 8 2025 between 6.00pm and 8.30pm. Funeral service in Tullanisken Parish Church on Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 2.00pm, followed by interment in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations may be made in Violet’s memory payable to Parkinson’s UK C/o F. Martin & Sons Funeral Directors, 185 Ballygawley Road, Dungannon, BT70 1RY. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family and family circle. “God’s garden must be beautiful, He only picks the best”

The death has occurred of the late John Longworth, July 6 2025, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital. Dearly Beloved Husband of the Late Margaret. Loving father of Margaret and Sharon. Dear father-in-law of William. Devoted Grandfather of Christopher, Nicholas, Aaron and Brandon. Great-Grandfather of Kayla, Zach and Karly. Funeral Leaving his late home 19 Woodlands on Tuesday, July 8 at 12:30pm for a 1.00pm service in Holy Trinity Parish Church Culmore followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery. House private. Family flowers only. Donations if desired made payable to The Rainbow Rehoming Centre, Ballygudden Road, Eglinton, Derry, BT473AF. All Enquires to Adair and Neely Funeral Directors 02871311321. Deeply regretted by his loving family circle.

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Mackle (née Lambert), July 3 2025, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Sean R.I.P. Loving mother of Johnny, Joe, Mary McKay, Rosaleen White, and Kieran. A much loved grandmother. Daughter of the late James and Ellen. R.I.P. Dear sister of Pat, Sr Eileen, Essie and the late Josie, Jim, Hugh, Bridget, Sr Margaret and Sr Anamai. R.I.P. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Funeral from her home, 25 Mount Eden on Monday, July 7 at 9.20am for Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Limavady at 10.00am followed by interment in adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road. Derry BT48 8JE or Marie Curie. 29G Gortrush Industrial Estate, Omagh BT78 5EJ. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady Funeral Directors. Telephone 028 77764732. Queen of the most holy rosary pray for her.

Martin Nash, 61 Lislane Road, Derry

The death has taken place of Martin Nash, July 6 2025, died peacefully at his home, 61 Lislane Drive, beloved husband of the late Angela, cherished partner of Carmel, loving father of Helena, Fearghal and step-father of Cailin, devoted grandfather to Shanell, Kenzie, Jacob, Riley, Caleb and Anna, dear and loving son of the late Lawrence and Lily, dearly loved brother of Mary, Paddy, Alex, Eileen, Anne and the late Jean, Eddie, Elezene, Margo, Bridie and John and an adored uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Martin will be reposing at his home. Family time please from 10:00pm to 11:00am. Funeral leaving his home on Tuesday, July 8 at 9:20am to St. Mary’s Church, Creggan for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Our Lady of Knock pray for him.

Teresa O’Loughlin (née McFalone), 22 Mullaghboy Crescent, Magherafelt

The death has occurred of Teresa O’Loughlin (née McFalone) (Magherafelt), July 5 2025, beloved wife of the late Patsy and loving mother of Patsy, Stephen and Ciaran, daughter of the late Cassie and Frank McFalone and dear sister of the late Johnny, Maureen Logue, Anne and Frankie McFalone. Funeral from her home, 22 Mullaghboy Crescent on Tuesday, July 8 at 1.30pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, interment afterwards in cemetery at Church of St John Milltown. St Anthony pray for her. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters in law Margaret, Eilish and Kerryanne, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. Family time please from 9.00pm to 11.00am.

Margaret Bella Porter (née Hamilton), 3 Rock Villas, Knockloughrim

The death has taken place of Margaret Bella Porter (née Hamilton), July 5 2025, (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, (in her 92nd year), dearly beloved Wife of the late Robert, 3 Rock Villas, Knockloughrim, devoted Mother of Heather and Aubrey, a dear Mother-in-law of Ross, much-adored Granny of Jenny (Andrew), Andrew and Catherine, Great-Granny of Alfie and dearest Sister of the late Anna and Tillie. All welcome at the Family home on Monday (July 7) from 1:00pm - 8:30pm. Funeral will take place from her home on Tuesday, July 8 at 1:30pm, to Termoneeny Parish Church for service at 2:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Termoneeny Parish Church, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore, Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered by her sorrowing Family and Family Circle. "At Home with the Lord."

John George Strickland, 25 Rossdowney Road, Waterside, Derry

The death has taken place of the late John George Strickland, July 5 2025, peacefully at his home, 25 Rossdowney Road, Waterside, dearly loved partner of Hazel Philson, devoted Dad of Zara, Chloe and the late Donna and a much loved Stepdad to Graeme and Lisa Philson; a cherished Grandad to all his grandchildren and a loving and precious brother to Margaret Keys, Barbara Mitchell and the late Freddy. House private please. John's cortège will leave his home on Wednesday, July 9 at 12.30pm for a thanksgiving service at 1.00pm at St. Augustine's Church, Palace Street followed by burial in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only but donations (if wished) can be made to St. Augustine's Church, c/o Mrs Deirdre Amor, 26 Stoneypath, Newbuildings or The Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, BT48 8JE. John will be missed beyond words by his entire family circle and his many friends.