The following deaths have occurred:-
• Nellie Cartin (née McGurk), 11 Gortscreagan Road, Craigbane, Claudy
• Margaret De’ath (née McChrystal), Peterborough, England
• Charlie Doherty, 5 Harding Street, Derry
• Johnny Gilmore, Hertfordshire (Formerly of Mullaghboy Crescent, Magherafelt)
• Matilda (Meta) Harkin (née Friel), 15 Elmwood Road, Derry
• Maureen Service (née McCormack), 21 McMaster Crescent, Castledawson
• Sean Sheerin, 42 Ivy Terrace, Derry
Nellie Cartin (née McGurk), 11 Gortscreagan Road, Craigbane, Claudy
We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Nellie Cartin (née McGurk), peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by her loving family on May 8 2026. May she rest in peace. Late of 11 Gortscreagan Road, Craigbane, Claudy, Co Derry, Beloved wife of the late James RIP. Loving mother of Helen, Mickey, Paddy and Marion. Devoted grandmother of Míchéal, Sinead and Séanan. Daughter of the late Mickey and Mary Ann RIP and dear sister of Mary, Ann and the late Pat RIP. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle. Reposing at her late home. Funeral leaving her late home on Monday, May 11 at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in Saint Joseph’s Church, Craigbane. Interment immediately afterwards in adjoining graveyard. Requiem Mass will be recorded and uploaded onto the following link: https://youtube.com/@mclaughlinfuneraldirectors9616?si=DSR4L4T_9m7JRGC5. Our Lady Queen Of Heaven Pray For Her. Enquiries to McLaughlin Funeral Director’s Dungiven, 07747046084 / 07840052022.
Margaret De’ath (née McChrystal), Peterborough, England
The death has taken place of Margaret De’ath (née McChrystal), May 2 2026, peacefully in Peterborough, England, beloved wife of Steve, loving mother of Jane and Terri, mother-in-law of Paul and Gavin, devoted grandmother of Daniel (Tara), Luke, James, Olivia, Harriett, Paige and Harvey, cherished daughter of the late John and Ina McChrystal (Bishop Street) and a much loved sister and aunt. Funeral will take place in England. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for her.
Charlie Doherty, 5 Harding Street, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Charlie Doherty, May 9 2026, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Altnagelvin Hospital, beloved husband of Moira, loving father of Martina, William, Emma and Richard, dear father-in-law to Brian, Colm and Kylie, devoted grandfather of Rachel, Callum, Orla, Aimee, Karah and Hannah, cherished brother of Myra, Olive, William, Ivor, Christopher and the late Tom, Matt (Gaby) and Gertie. Loved and will be sadly missed by his wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Charlie will be reposing at his home, 5 Harding Street. Funeral leaving his home on Monday, May 11 at 9:30 a.m. to St. Columba’s Church, Long Tower for Requiem Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady Of Knock intercede for him.
Johnny Gilmore, Hertfordshire (Formerly of Mullaghboy Crescent, Magherafelt)
The death has occurred of Johnny Gilmore, died peacefully at home on Saturday, April 18 2026, following an illness, surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. Beloved husband of Brigid, proud father of Eleanor, Grace and Amy, and dearly beloved son of the late Patrick and Kathleen Gilmore. Dearest brother of Christopher, Anne, Paula, Patricia (who died in infancy), Tracey and Veronica, and a loving son in law, brother in law and uncle. Funeral from 1 Mullaghboy Crescent Magherafelt on Monday, May 11 at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St. Trea Newbridge via webcam Church of St. Trea, interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. His kind and gentle soul will be missed by his family and his wide circle of friends. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for him. The wake for Johnny will commence on Sunday, May 9 from 11.00am to 10.00pm
Matilda (Meta) Harkin (née Friel), 15 Elmwood Road, Derry
It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Matilda (Meta) Harkin (née Friel), peacefully at home on May 9 2026. Late of 15 Elmwood Road. May she rest in peace. Beloved wife of the late Patrick (Patsy). Devoted mother of Majella, Jim, Georgie, Noel and Annemarie. Dearest mother-in-law of Liam, Pauline, Margaret and the late Ursula. A much loved granny and great-granny to all of her loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Precious daughter of the late George and Letitia. A dear sister of Frankie, Pauline and the late Jim, George, Anna and John. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle, friends and neighbours. Meta’s remains will be reposing at her late home. Funeral leaving from there on Monday, May 11 at 10:50am for 11:30am Requiem Mass in St. Eugene’s Cathedral. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. The wake house will be private from 10pm until 11am. Meta’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link: https://www.steugenescathedral.com/webcam.html. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to Marie Curie c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. St. Joseph Intercede For Her. All Enquiries to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, 02871262823.
Maureen Service (née McCormack), 21 McMaster Crescent, Castledawson
It is with regret we announce the passing of Maureen Service (née McCormack), May 8 2026, (peacefully) at her home, 21 McMaster Crescent, Castledawson, precious Wife of the late Davy, cherished Mum of Brian and Gail, loving Mother-in-Law of Paula, Tom and Les, devoted and proud Granny of Beau and a dear Sister and Aunt. House strictly private. Funeral arrangements to follow. Family flowers only please. “Forever in our hearts” xx
Sean Sheerin, 42 Ivy Terrace, Derry
The death has occurred of the late Sean Sheerin, May 8 2026, peacefully surrounded by his family at home, 42 Ivy Terrace. Beloved husband of Donna. Loving father of Danielle and Niall. A Much loved grandfather, son of the late Sadie and Cyril. Dear brother of Ann, Bobby, Betty, Rose, Patricia and the late Chris and Baby Gabriel. Sean will be reposing at his family home. Funeral from there on Monday at 10.50am to St Columba’s church, Longtower for Requiem Mass at 11.30am Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the following link: https://longtowerchurch.org/webcam. Family time from 10pm until 11am. Deeply regretted and will be missed by all his family and everyone that knew him. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Our Lady of Knock pray for him.
