McClafferty Funeral Directors

02/11/2025

All Souls Day 2025

"Time heals everything but it can never bring back the warmth and love of our dear departed ones who are no longer with us."

27/10/2025

***Acknowledgement / Month's Mind Mass***

Liam Deery

Died - 5th October 2025

We, the daughters and family of the late Liam Deery, wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude for all the kindness, support and sympathy we received on our recent loss of our much loved and cherished Daddy, Granda, brother and uncle.

Thankyou to everyone who paid their respects for Liam, those who attended the wake or funeral, brought food, sent flowers, sympathy cards & heartfelt messages or remembered us in prayer during the most difficult time, your kindness will never be forgotten.

Sincere thanks to Kieran Connor and his team at McClafferty Funeral Directors for the professional, sensitive and dignified manner which every aspect of the wake and funeral arrangements were carried out, they went above and beyond their duty and we will be eternally grateful.

We wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the nurses, medical staff and palliative care team on Ward 41 and Ward 26 Altnagelvin Hospital for the comfort, support and care given to Liam during his illness.

Our deepest gratitude to Father Roni, St. Joseph’s Chapel, Galliagh for his kind words of support at such a difficult time and for celebrating the beautiful Requiem Mass with so much compassion.

A special thanks also to Lauren & Bethany Doherty for the beautiful and fitting music during the service.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere gratitude and appreciation.

Liam’s month mind Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday 4th November at St Joseph’s Chapel, Galliagh at 7pm. Everyone welcome.

“ A heart of gold stopped beating, two shining eyes at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best”

St. Padre Pio Intercede For Him.

24/10/2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Carlin née Clarke, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on 23rd October 2025.

Late of Sevenoaks Care Home and formerly of 8 Broadway. May she rest in peace.

Beloved wife of the late Tony. Devoted mother of Jacqueline, Maranna, Anthony, Gerard and Elizabeth. Dearest mother-in-law of Gerard, Brian and Sarah. Loving granny of Laura, Stephen, Éiméar, Aidan, Séana, Molly, Isla and the late Jordan. Precious great-granny of Kaleb, Clara and Jonah. A much loved sister to all of her brothers and sisters. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends.

Mary’s remains will be reposing at her daughter Jacqueline’s residence Elm House, Altaghaderry, Killea, F93 H77X from 2pm this afternoon, Friday 24th October. Funeral leaving from there on Sunday 26th October at 12:40pm for 1:30pm 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. The house will also be private on the morning of the funeral.

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

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to Friends Of Sevenoaks c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ.

St. Anthony Pray For Her.

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

22/10/2025

***Updated Funeral Arrangements***

Gary McLean

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary McClean, suddenly in Zaragoza, Spain.

Late of 9 Mountain View, Waterside, Derry. May he rest in peace.

Loving father of Maddison. Devoted husband of Michelle. Dearest brother of Ann, Paula, Alan, Tina and Lisa. A dear son of the late Eugene and Mary. A much loved uncle, son-in-law and brother-in-law. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle and friends.

Gary’s remains will be reposing at his late residence, 9 Mountain View from 4pm this afternoon, Wednesday 22nd October. Funeral leaving from there on Friday 24th October at 9:15am for a 12pm Cremation Service at Lakeland’s Crematorium, Co. Cavan.

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

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ.

“Too good in life to be forgotten in death”

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

22/10/2025

***3rd Anniversary***

In loving memory of Frankie McFeely who passed away on 23rd October 2022.

Beloved husband of Noleen, devoted father of
Liam, Charlene, Ciera and Emmett and devoted grandfather to all his grandchildren. A much loved father-in-law, brother and brother in-law.

We sat beside your bedside
Our hearts were crushed and sore
We did our duty til the end
Until we could do no more
In tears we watched you sinking
We watched you fade away
And though our hearts were breaking
We knew you could not stay.

We’ll love and miss you forever.

St. Padre Pio Pray For Him.

21/10/2025

***Updated Funeral Arrangements***

Gerry McDaid

Died - 19th October 2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gerry McDaid, suddenly at his home on 19th October 2025.

Late of 85 Blighs Lane. May he rest in peace.

Beloved husband of Christine. Devoted father of Orliáth, Andrea, Nicola, Martin and Gary. A dear father-in-law of Sean and Anthony. Loving granda of Eimear, Kirsty, Fergus, Aidan, Amie, Ciaran, Zofia, Dáire and Logan. Precious great-granda of Cruz and Croiá. A much loved brother of Teresa, Damien, Noeleen, Donna, Katrina, Raymond, Noel and Edel. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle and friends.

Gerry’s remains will be reposing at his late residence, 85 Bligh’s Lane from 5pm this afternoon, Tuesday 21st October. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday 23rd October at 9:20am for 10am 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.

Gerry’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link below:
https://www.churchservices.tv/derrysteugenes

Our Lady Of Medjugorje Intercede For Him.

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

20/10/2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gerry McDaid, suddenly at his home on 19th October 2025.

Late of 85 Blighs Lane. May he rest in peace.

Beloved husband of Christine. Devoted father of Orliáth, Andrea, Nicola, Martin and Gary. A dear father-in-law of Sean and Anthony. Loving granda of Eimear, Kirsty, Fergus, Aidan, Amie, Ciaran, Zofia, Dáire and Logan. Precious great-granda of Cruz and Croiá. A much loved brother of Teresa, Damien, Noeleen, Donna, Katrina, Raymond, Noel and Edel. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle and friends.

Gerry’s remains will be reposing at his late residence, 85 Bligh’s Lane from 5pm this afternoon, Tuesday 21st October. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday 23rd October at 9:20am for 10am 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.

Gerry’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link below:
https://www.churchservices.tv/derrysteugenes

Our Lady Of Medjugorje Intercede For Him.

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

20/10/2025

***Acknowledgement / Months Mind***

Patrick (Paddy) Barr

Died - 20th September 2025

We the family of the late Patrick (Paddy) Barr would like to thank everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement.

To our extended family and friends for their kindness and support throughout Paddy’s wake and funeral, we are eternally grateful.

We would like to thank the Foyle Hospice for their devoted care and compassion to Paddy.

To the doctors and staff of Clarendon Medical, for their support during Paddy’s illness.

A special thank you to Louise for providing the food and her hospitality during Paddy’s wake.

Thank you to Kieran and all the team at McClafferty Funeral Directors for your professionalism and the dignity you have shown Paddy throughout the wake and funeral.

Finally, we would like to convey our deepest gratitude to Fr. Mongan, St. Columba’s, Longtower for the beautiful requiem mass. Also a special thank you to the singers for the beautiful music on the day.

Paddy’s Month Mind Mass will be held in St. Columba’s Church, Longtower on Tuesday 28th October at 7.30pm. Everyone welcome to join us.

16/10/2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary McClean, suddenly in Zaragoza, Spain.

Late of 9 Mountain View, Waterside, Derry. May he rest in peace.

Loving father of Maddison. Devoted husband of Michelle. Dearest brother of Ann, Paula, Alan, Tina and Lisa. A dear son of the late Eugene and Mary. A much loved uncle, son-in-law and brother-in-law. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle and friends.

Gary’s remains will be reposing at his late residence, 9 Mountain View from 4pm this afternoon, Wednesday 22nd October. Funeral leaving from there on Friday 24th October at 9:15am for a 12pm Cremation Service at Lakeland’s Crematorium, Co. Cavan.

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

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ.

“Too good in life to be forgotten in death”

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

14/10/2025

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12/10/2025

***Acknowledgement / Month Mind Notice***

Rose (Teresa) Rutherford (née Doherty)

Died - 14th September 2025

We the family of the late Teresa Rutherford wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude for all the kindness, support and sympathy we received on our recent loss of our much loved and cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Thankyou to everyone who called at the house, attended the wake or funeral, sent mass and sympathy cards or remembered us in prayer. Special thanks to all our extended family, friends and neighbours especially Teresa's neighbours and close friends whose help was invaluable before, during and after the wake and funeral. Thankyou to those who brought or cooked food or assisted in any way.

Sincere thanks to Strabane District and North West Care staff for the daily support and compassionate care always given over the years. Thanks for anyone who donated to Ward 44. Special thanks to the medical staff Dr. Doohan, Medicare Central Drive and especially the Ambulatory Care team and all in Ward 44 and A&E for the specialist care our mother received. Sincere thanks to Foyleville Day care for all their love and care.

Thanks to Fr. McFaul for a beautiful Requiem Mass and his spiritual support to our mother in Ward 44 and to Sarah McGarrity for the beautiful singing.

Sincere thanks to Kieran Connor and his team at McClafferty Funeral Directors for the professional and dignified way they carried out the funeral arrangements.

Finally our sincere thanks to the Tasty Reel . As it is impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this as a token of our sincere gratitude.

Teresa's Month Mind Mass will take place on Sunday 19th October at 12:15pm in St Mary's Church, Creggan.

11/10/2025

***Acknowledgement / Months Mind Notice***

Liam Moore

Died - 16th September 2025

We the family of Liam Moore wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all those who sympathised with us on the sad passing of our beloved Husband, Daddy and Granda.

We offer thanks to Fr. McFaul and the Longtower Folk group for the beautiful service and music which brought strength and comfort to all the family.

We wish to express our deepest gratitude to all the staff at Ward 50 and the Palliative Care team who brought so much comfort and peace to Liam and provided support and kindness to the whole family.

To all the medical staff at the Sperrin Unit in the NW Cancer Centre Altnagelvin we offer sincere thanks for the care and compassion shown to Liam throughout the last two and a half years.

To McClafferty Funeral Directors we are grateful for your professionalism and kindness that you showed to us at this difficult time, and for all your help with making the wake and funeral arrangements.

We thank all our family and friends for their prayers, kind words and support throughout Liam’s illness it means so much to us all. We are especially grateful for all who reached out in every way to share their condolences.

Liam’s Month Mind Mass will be celebrated in St. Marys Church, Creggan at 7.30pm on Friday 17th October.

Everyone welcome.