David & Ruth Hay & Sons Dip F.D.

David & Ruth Hay & Sons Dip F.D. D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Directors are an independent, family owned and run firm

D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Directors are a fully licenced, family owned and run funeral directing firm based in Londonderry.

20/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Francis Hamilton (Francie) Hall, November 19th 2025 Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family, formerly of 34 Glencosh Road, Donemana, much loved son of the late Ellen and William, loving brother of Reba, Eileen, Tom, Alice, Albert and the late Billy, a dear brother-in-law and uncle.

Service of Thanksgiving in his niece Helen’s 38 Glencosh Road, Donemana on Saturday 22nd November at 12.00noon, followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheque made payable to Donemana Cricket Club or (cheque made payable to ) Chest, Heart & Stroke Association.

Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by his many friends and entire family circle.

“The Lord’s my Shepherd”

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Ian Mitchell Hyndman November 16th 2025 Suddenly at Altnagelvin Hospital, ...
17/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Ian Mitchell Hyndman November 16th 2025 Suddenly at Altnagelvin Hospital, much loved and devoted husband of Avril, precious father of Lyndsey and Richard, loving father-in-law of Peter and Raven, cherished brother of Rae, Ross and the late Billy and Jacqueline, a dear brother-in-law and uncle.

Funeral leaving his late home 16 Durham Park, Kilfennan, on Wednesday 19th November, at 1.00pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in Glendermott Presbyterian Church at 1.30pm burial afterwards in adjoining burial ground.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Glendermott Presbyterian Church, please specify if you wish your donation to be attributed to the Girls Brigade, Boys Brigade or Sunday School c/o Mrs Joanna Walker, 28 Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his many friends and entire family circle.
“Gone to be with the Lord”.

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Margaret Mary (Maureen) Bresland November 16th 2025 Peacefully at Foyle Ho...
17/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Margaret Mary (Maureen) Bresland November 16th 2025 Peacefully at Foyle Hospice (surrounded by her loving family) much loved sister of John, Hugh, Ronnie and the late Jim, loving sister-in-law of Catherine, dear aunt of Daniel, Emily, Michelle, Gregory Darryl, Margaret, Robert, Sharon and Daniel’s wife Emily and Maureen’s faithful friend Bambi the dog.

Service of Thanksgiving in D & R Hay & Sons Funeral Home, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry, BT47 3QQ, on Wednesday 19th November at 10.30am, followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable) to Foyle Hospice c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director (above address, email address please for receipts).

Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home to-morrow Tuesday from 2.00pm until 4.00pm and evening 6.00pm until 8.00pm.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by the entire family circle.
"The Lord is my Shepherd”.

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of John James (Jackie) Heywood, November 16th 2025 Peacefully at his home 423...
17/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of John James (Jackie) Heywood, November 16th 2025 Peacefully at his home 423, Victoria Road, Ballymagorry (surrounded by his loving family in his 87th year) much loved husband of the late Margaret, devoted dad of Adrian, Alastair, Wesley, Mark, Garvin and Jonathan, loving father-in-law of Gail, Ericia, Kerry, Laura, Carol and Karen, adored Granda and great-granda.

Funeral leaving his late his late home on Thursday 20th November at 1.30pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in Leckpatrick Presbyterian Church at 2.00pm, burial afterwards in the adjoining burial ground.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to Chest, Heart & Stroke Association) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry. BT47 3QQ (email address would be appreciated for receipts)

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his many friends and entire family circle.
“Forever in our thoughts”
“Peace is yours, memories ours”

16/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Diana Stevenson, formerly of “Diana the Bride“ on Carlisle Road, passed peacefully on 12th November 2025 (funeral private), she was blessed to have so many wonderful and caring friends, Pauline, Andrew, Richard Bennett and Valerie Madill.

Viewing at D&R Hay and Sons Funeral Home, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ, on Monday from 2.00pm until 4.00pm and evening from 6.00pm until 8.00pm for family and close friends.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable) to Foyle Hospice or (cheques made payable) to Guide Dogs for the Blind Association c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director (above Funeral Home address).

Private Committal Service at Glendermott New Cemetery.

“Rest in Peace our beloved Diana”

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Julie Wray (nèe Sheldrake), November 12th 2025 Peacefully at Foyle Hospice...
14/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Julie Wray (nèe Sheldrake), November 12th 2025 Peacefully at Foyle Hospice (surrounded by her loving family) devoted wife of George, precious mum of Tracey, Claire and the late Karen, adored nanny of Georgia, Aaron and Scott, cherished daughter of Louise and the late Roy, much loved sister of Peter and Mandy, special aunt of Claudia and Morgan, life long friend of Roberta O’Neill.

Service of Thanksgiving in her late home 10, Finn Gardens, Irish Street on Saturday 15th November at 1.00pm followed by burial in Ballyoan Cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheque made payable to Foyle Hospice) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ

Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Friday 14th November from 11.00am until 7.00pm

Dearly loved and will greatly missed by her neighbours, community and entire family circle.

“Your presence is missed but, in our hearts you will live forever”

11/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing Mary Catherine Blythe (nee Stevenson, Hollyhill) November 10, 2025 Suddenly but peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by her loving family) much loved and devoted wife of Dennis, precious mum of Gary, Marina, Jonathan and Sonya, loving mother-in-law of Rob, adored granny of Connor, Henry, Ben and Leah, dearest sister of Bernadette and the late John, Jimmy, Tony and Martin, a dear sister-in-law of James, Helen and Joan, an adored aunt and friend.

Funeral leaving her late home 44, Lawson Park, Ballymagorry on Friday 14th November at 1.30pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life in Leckpatrick Parish Church at 2.00pm, burial afterwards in adjoining Churchyard.

Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to (cheques made payable to) W.H & S.C.T Altnagelvin Hospital (I.C.U) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ.

Reposing at her family home from 7.00pm on Wednesday 12th and on Thursday 13th. Family time please from 10.00pm each day.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her many friends and entire family circle.
“God’s garden must be beautiful, he only takes the best”
“ Memories are like threads of Gold, they never tarnish or grow old”

11/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Roland (Roly) Boyd, November 11, 2025 Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (formerly of 52, Castlewarren Road, Donemana) much loved father of Christopher, precious son of the late Willie and Mary Boyd, cherished brother of Kay, Sylvia, Clifford, Alan, Sonya and the late Wilmont and Uel, a dear brother-in-law and uncle.

Funeral leaving D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Home, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry, BT47 3QQ on Friday 14th November at 10.15 a.m. followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in St James’ Parish Church at 11.00 a.m., burial afterwards in St. Michaels burial ground.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to St James’ Parish Church c/o Mrs Heather Hamilton, 105 Bonds Glen Road, Killaloo, Londonderry BT47 3SU.

Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home (above address) on Wednesday 12th November from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. and Thursday 13th from 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m., evening from 6.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m..

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

“God’s garden must be beautiful, he only picks the best.”

11/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of Edith Dawna Laird November 10th 2025 Passed away peacefully at Foyle Hospice (after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family) much loved mother of David and partner Catherine, adored nanny D of Evie-Rose, loving sister to Robert, Ross, Stephen, Ann, Scott, Evelyn, Colin, Valerie and the late David.

Service of Thanksgiving in her late home 171 Lincoln Court, Londonderry on Thursday 13th November at 1.00pm followed by burial in Altnagelvin Cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable) to Foyle Hospice or Macmillan Cancer Support c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ (email address would be appreciated for receipts).

Everyone is welcome to call at D. & R. Hay and Sons, Funeral Home (above address) to-day Tuesday from 6.00pm until 9.00pm, Wednesday from 3.00pm until 5.00pm.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her entire family circle.
“ Peace is yours, memories ours”

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of William James (Bill) Selfridge, November 9th 2025 Peacefully at Foyle Hosp...
10/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of William James (Bill) Selfridge, November 9th 2025 Peacefully at Foyle Hospice (surrounded by his loving family in his 83rd year) much loved partner of Caroline, devoted step-dad of Clive, Keith, Kane and Kim, a dear father-in-law, dearest brother of Betty, Eileen, Margaret, Ann, Brenda, Bob, John and the late Jim, a dear brother-in-law and uncle.

Service of Thanksgiving in D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Home, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry, BT47 3QQ, on Thursday 13th November at 11.00am.

No flowers, donations in lieu if desired to Ballyarnett Presbyterian Church (cheque made payable) c/o Mrs Margaret Jackson, 4, Glenabbey Cottages, Londonderry BT48 8LD or Foyle Hospice (cheque made payable to Foyle Hospice) c/o 61, Culmore Road, Londonderry BT48 8JE.

Everyone is welcome to call at the Funeral Home (above address) on Wednesday 12th November from 11.00am until 3.00pm and evening from 6.00pm until 8.00pm.

Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by his partner, step-children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sister, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and entire family circle.

“Your presences is missed, but in our hearts you will live forever”
“Memories are like threads of gold, they never tarnish or grow old”

07/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of George Robert Parke November 7th 2025 Peacefully at his home 18 Dellwood, Eglinton, (surrounded by his loving family in his 80th year) much loved and devoted husband of Valerie, precious dad of Jeffrey, Melanie and Lynsey, loving father-in-law of Lindsay, Paul and Aaron, adored granda of McKenzie, Harris, Grace, Emma, Ben and Jessica, a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle.

Funeral leaving his late home on Sunday 9th November, at 2.30 pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in St Canice’s Parish Church, at 3.00 pm burial afterwards in adjoining Churchyard.

Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable) to either St Canice’s Parish Church or Alzheimer’s Society c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 6QQ (email address would be appreciated for receipts)

Family and friends are welcome to call at the family home on Saturday from 11.00am until 8.00pm

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle
“God bless until we met again”

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of David Simpson Brolly November 5th 2025 Peacefully at the Causeway Hospital...
06/11/2025

We regret to inform you of the sad passing of David Simpson Brolly November 5th 2025 Peacefully at the Causeway Hospital, Coleraine (surrounded by his loving family formerly of 21 Janes Valley, Limavady in his 55th year) much loved son of Joan and the late Simpson, loving brother of Kenneth, Ronald, William and Glenn, dearest brother-in-law of Kerry, a dear uncle of Charlie, Harry and Gracie-Lynn.

Funeral leaving his mother Joan’s home 16 Faughan View Park, Drumahoe on Saturday 8th November at 11.30am followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in Glendermott Presbyterian Church at 12.00noon, burial afterwards in the adjoining burial ground.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired (cheques made payable) to N. H. & S.C.T. Causeway Hospital (ICU) c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry. BT47 3QQ

Everyone is welcome to call at Joan’s home on Thursday from 6.00pm until 9.00pm Friday from 11.00am until 9.00pm

Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by his entire family circle.
“Peace-fully sleeping free from all pain, we wouldn’t awake you to suffer again”

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24a Church Road, Altnagelvin
Londonderry
BT473QQ

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+442871312567

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