The following deaths have occurred:-

The death has taken place of Karen Cudden (née Beatty), June 10 2025, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family), 64 Hospital Road, Magherafelt, beloved wife of Tom, much loved mother of T.J. Clarice, Calvin and Sarah and loving sister of Jacqueline, Susie, Andrea, Stephanie, Julie, Hilary, Yvonne, Lucinda and William. Karen’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will update them here as soon as they become available. Deeply regretted by he sorrowing sons, daughters, brother, sisters, nieces and nephews: Corra, Megan, Jack, Kirsty, Rhys, Tommy, Chris, Danielle, Julie-Anne, Daryl, Marcus, Ollie and Brennan and all her family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406.

The death has occurred of Seamus Diamond, Diamond, June 11 2025, beloved husband of the late Ann and loving father of Colm, Seamus, Veronica (Parr) and the late Camilla, son of the late Tom and Rose and dear brother of Patsy, Henry, Roisin, Elizabeth, Nuala, Bernadette and the late Maura. Funeral from his home, 17 Derrygarve Road on Friday, June 13 at 11.15am for 12noon Requiem Mass in Church of St. Trea Newbridge, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughter, daughters in law Alacoque, Caroline, son in law Neil, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and extended family circle.

The death has taken place of the late John Doyle (Islandhill), June 10 2025, beloved wife of the late Christina (Taina) and loving father of Pascal and Sean, son of the Louis and Josephine and dear brother of Mena, Louis, Vincent, Mary, Bernie, Pat, Noel and Eugene. Funeral from his home, 8 O'Neills Park, Ballymaguigan BT45 6LX on Saturday, June 14 at 1.30pm for 2.00pm Requiem Mass in Church of St Trea Newbridge. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sons, daughter in law Donna, grandchildren Michael, Packie, Christopher, Cora, Annie, Cahar and Emmett, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces and extended family circle. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to Macmillan Cancer Care Cancer charity donation - Make a donation now - Macmillan Cancer Support.

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Gillian Emily Guy, June 10 2025, peacefully at The Foyle Hospice. Beloved daughter of Doreen and the late Jim, loving sister of Rhonda and Darren. Dear sister-in-law of Julie, devoted Aunt of Cameron and Georgia and loving niece of Aunty Esther. Funeral leaving her home, 17 Cadogen Park at 12.30pm on Friday, June 13 for 1.00pm service in All Saints Church Clooney followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if wished, to All Saints Church Clooney c/o Helen Henderson, 5 Manning Way, Derry BT47 6GL. Deeply regretted by her loving family circle The Lord is my Shepherd.

The death has taken place of Kealan Kelly, June 9 2025, suddenly but peacefully at his home, 136 Antrim Road, Belfast, loving father of Oscar and Isabella, beloved son of Paul and Patricia, cherished brother of Ronan and Declan, devoted uncle of Kayleigh, Ronan, Emily, Sofia and Eoghan. Will be sadly missed by the Kelly and Thornton families and the wider family circle. Kealan will be reposing at his family home, 12 Westland Street. Family time from 9:00pm to 11:00am. House private on the morning of the funeral. Funeral leaving his home on Friday, June 13 at 9:20am to St. Eugene’s Cathedral for Requiem Mass at 10:00am. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family flowers only donations in lieu if wished to Foyle Search and Rescue, 20 Victoria Road, Derry, BT47 2AB. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. St. Vincent intercede for him.

Majella (Elizabeth) Martin (née McGuinness), Kildare (formerly of Derry

The death has occurred of Majella (Elizabeth) Martin (née McGuinness), Celbridge, Kildare / Dunshaughlin, Meath (formerly of Celbridge, Co. Kildare and Derry City), June 7, 2025, (peacefully), at Dunshaughlin Care Home, beloved wife of Seán (Johnny), loving mother of Nadine, Kerry-Lynn and Colin and dear sister of Jackie (Deceased), Clare, Ann, Jim (Deceased), Patricia, Paul and Geraldine. Sadly missed by her loving husband, son, daughters, brother, sisters, sons-in-law Toni and John, daughter-in-law Claire, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren Conor, Nora, Willow, Sienna, Seán and Sofia, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing at the Ramon Massey & Son Funeral Home, Thornhill, Maynooth Road, Celbridge W23 D1K5, (beside McMahon’s Bar). Removal on Thursday to St. Patrick’s Church, Celbridge arriving for 11.00am Mass. Funeral immediately afterwards to Newlands Cross Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Enquiries to Ramon Massey & Son Funeral Directors Celbridge Ph: 01 455 5121. The Funeral Mass can be viewed by clicking on the following link: https://www.churchmedia.tv/st-patricks-church-celbridge. “May She Rest In Peace”.

Neil Miller, 34 Hyacinth Avenue, Ballykelly

The death has taken place of the late Neil Miller, June 11 2025, Peacefully at his home, 34 Hyacinth Avenue, Ballykelly. Loving father of Patrick and Corey. Beloved son of Margaret and Patsy. Dear brother of Gerard, Dominic, Breige and Darran. A much loved uncle. Deeply regretted by all the family circle. Wake will commence today (Thursday, June 12)  at 1.00pm. Family time from 10.00pm to 10.00am please. Funeral from his home on Saturday, June 14 at 10.250am for Requiem Mass in St Finlough’s Church Ballykelly at 11.30am followed by interment in adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to: Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road. Derry BT48 8JE. Enquiries to: Brendan or Thomas: O’Brien’s of Limavady funeral directors. Telephone 028 77764732. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Liam (Leo) O'Kane, Whitehill Road, Eglinton (formerly of Campsie)

The death has occurred of the late Liam (Leo) O'Kane, June 10 2025, beloved husband of Bella, Whitehill Road, Eglinton, and formerly of Campsie, loving father of Annamarie, Liam, Paula, Bevin, Pat and Sean, father-in-law of Mary, Pamela, Charlie, Rachel and the late John-Paul, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and dear brother of Margaret, Veronica, Celine, Sarah, Lil, Marie, Tommy and the late Eamon. House private. Family only please. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Star of the Sea Church, Faughanvale on Friday at 12o'clock. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Martin O'Kane, 3 Aldrin Pass, Derry

The death has taken place of Martin O'Kane, June 11 2025, peacefully at the Foyle Hospice, beloved husband of the late Anne, 3 Aldrin Pass, loving father of Frank, Emma and Lindsey, a devoted grandfather, dear brother of Colm and the late June and cherished son of the late Frankie and Mary. His remains will be reposing in his home. Funeral from there on Friday at 9.30am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St Columba’s Church, Longtower. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Family time please from 10.00pm to 11.00am. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Niall Young, Maghera

Funeral arrangements for the late Niall Young, died June 10 2025 (Maghera). Niall is reposing at the family home. House Very Strictly Private please as per Niall’s request. Loving husband of Marian; much loved father of Enda and Orla; father-in-law of Orna and Mark and much adored grandfather of Ruan, Finn, Sive, Oisín and Fiadh. Son of the late Billy and Rose Young and dear brother of Brian, Mick, Liam, Kevin and Marie. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 2.00pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Glen. (Mass can be viewed on the parish webcam https://mcn.live/Camera/st-patricks-church-maghera.) Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his Soul. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Friends of the Cancer Centre can be made online at https://mckiernanandsons.com/notices or payable to McKiernan & Sons, 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea. BT51 5QL.