D Watters Funeral Services

05/04/2026

Mr William James (Jim) Booth (Updated Arrangements)

Booth - April 5th 2026 (suddenly) at his home, 33 Killyneese Road, Castledawson, William James (Jim), dearly beloved Husband of the late Isobel, much loved Brother of John and the late Tom, Eileen and Olive and a dear Brother-in-Law and Uncle. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Thursday evening, April 9th, from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Jim’s Life will take place in D. Watters Funeral Home on Friday, April 10th at 2:00pm, preceded by a private Family burial. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Laurel House, Antrim Area Hospital, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered by his sorrowing Brother and the entire Family Circle.

05/04/2026

Mrs Eileen Bowden (Updated Arrangements)

Bowden (née Hammond) - April 4th 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by her loving Family, Eileen (in her 94th year), dearly loved Wife of Archie, 21 Legmurn Road, Stewartstown, devoted Mother of Raymond, Samuel, Margaret and Alastair, a loving Mother-in-Law of Laraine, Avril, Bob and Joanne, proud Grannie of Ashley, Kirstie, Kyle, Lauren, Lee, Claire and Chloe, a much adored Great Grannie and a dear Sister of Samuel, Joan and the late James, Johnnie, George, Stewart and Bobbie. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Tuesday evening, April 7th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Eileen's Life will take place in Brigh Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, April 8th at 1:00pm, preceded by a private Family burial. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Brigh Presbyterian Church can be made online or payable to D Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her sorrowing Husband, Family and Family Circle. “At Home with the Lord”

01/04/2026

Mr William (Billy) Smyth

Smyth - April 1st 2026 (peacefully) at Benbradagh Care Home, Upperlands, William (Billy), dearly loved Husband of the late Dorothy, 4 Railway View, Upperlands, much loved Father of Derek and Gary, a loving Father-in-Law of Lynn and Alexis, devoted Granda of Danielle (Stuart), Dean (Pamela), Calum, Ewan, Jaxon and Alexa-Jayde, proud Great Granda of Ollie and Lucy and dearest Brother of Kay and Elizabeth. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Friday evening, April 3rd, from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Funeral will take place from his home on Saturday, April 4th at 12.20pm to Culnady Presbyterian Church for service at 1:00pm, followed by a private Family burial. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The British Legion, can be made online or payable to D Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his sorrowing Family and Family Circle.

31/03/2026

Acknowledgement for the late Mrs Sarah (Sadie) Boone

Elizabeth and John would like to express their deepest gratitude for all the love and support they received during their recent bereavement of a dear Mother, Mother-in-Law, Sister, Sister-in-Law and Aunt. Your love and support didn't go unnoticed.
Thank you to all the Carers, District Nurses, Marie Curie, the Staff of Draperstown Surgery and O'Kanes Pharmacy, Draperstown and also to the very kind and helpful neighbours for their care of Sadie, we couldn't have done without your help.
Thank you to all who sent cards and messages of sympathy, telephoned, attended the wake and funeral or gave donations in Sadie's memory.
Grateful thanks to Pastor Robert Ginn from Maghera Elim Church for his visitations, to Sadie's Nephew, Pastor David Gordon for officiating at her funeral, to Mrs Adrienne Brooks for the beautiful music and to Mrs Edith Blair and Staff for the lovely funeral tea.
Finally, a special thanks to Helen, Kristy and all the Staff at D. Watters Funeral Services for their professional guidance, support and compassion shown to us at this very difficult time and for carrying out the funeral in such a dignified and professional manner.
As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our thanks and appreciation.
"Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts"

30/03/2026

Mr William Henry (Billy) Donnelly (Updated Arrangements)

Donnelly - March 29th 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, William Henry (Billy), latterly of Drapersfield House Nursing Home and formerly of Hillhead Road, Castledawson. A dear Brother and Uncle. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Wednesday evening April 1st from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. A short Service of Thanksgiving for Billy's Life will take place in the Funeral Home following the wake on Wednesday evening, commencing at 8:45pm. A private cremation will take place at a later date. "The Lord is my Shepherd"

30/03/2026

Acknowledgement for the late Mrs Olive Kells

The Family of the late Olive Kells would like to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement. Thanks to everyone who attended the wake, funeral, sent cards or messages and gave donations in lieu of flowers.
Sincere thanks also to the Doctors and Staff of Moneymore Medical Centre, the District Nursing Team, OTs, Carers, Day-sits and Night-sits for their valued support.
Thanks also to Rev. Dean Caskey for conducting the funeral and graveside services, to all who helped out at the Church in any way and to Jacqui and the Delightful Bites team for the lovely refreshments provided following the funeral service.
Finally, a special word of thanks to Helen and her Team at D Watters Funeral Services for their support and for carrying out the funeral arrangements in a professional and dignified manner.
Her Final Journey
She lived by faith, a guiding light,
A mother’s love so pure and bright.
With gentle hands and heart of prayer,
She taught us how to trust and care.
But God has called her to his side,
No more to struggle, safe to hide.
She leaves behind a legacy,
of love and trust for us to see.
Now she rests in realms above,
Surrounded by her Saviour’s love.
Though we will miss her tender smile,
We will meet again in just a while.

24/03/2026

Acknowledgement for the late Mr Trevor Sloan

The Family of the late Trevor Sloan would like to express their deepest gratitude for all the support during the recent bereavement of a dear Father, Father-in-Law, Grandad, Brother, Brother-in-Law and Uncle. Everyone's kindness and support didn't go unnoticed and was very much appreciated.
Thankyou to all the Carers, District Nurses, Marie Curie staff and Maghera Health Centre for the exceptional care provided to Trevor and to Boots Chemist Maghera, the Ambulance Service and staff at Antrim Area Hospital. Thanks also to Maghera Orange and Masonic Lodges, Enargy Fitness, the Ladies who helped during the wake, the Piper, gravedigger, Rev. Rosie Diffin, Edith Blair and Staff for the funeral tea and for all the sympathy cards, phone calls, messages and donations made to Marie Curie.
Finally a special thankyou to Helen, Kristy and Staff at D. Watters Funeral Services for their guidance, support and compassion shown to us through this very difficult time and for carrying out the funeral in such a dignified and professional manner.
It would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our thanks and appreciation.
Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts.
Amanda, Stephanie and Families

23/03/2026

Acknowledgement for the late Mr Joseph Thomas (Joe) Lennox

Linda, Joanne, Emma and Kyle would like to thank everyone who sympathised with them on their recent bereavement of a cherished husband, father and grandfather. Thank you to all who attended the funeral, sent cards, phoned, sent messages and wrote in the book of condolences, which has given us great comfort.
Sincere thanks to The Reverend Canon Drew Dawson for his prayers, words of comfort and for conducting the funeral service in the home, Church and graveside.
Thanks also to William Keane (piper), John Spratt (gravedigger), the men who cleared snow from around the home and Church. Thanks also to those who prepared the hall and the ladies of Lissan who served the tea after the funeral.
Deep appreciation to all who provided care to Joe. A special mention to the Oncology Team, Doctors and Nurses at Belfast City Hospital (Cancer Unit) and Antrim Area Hospital, District Nurses, Tracy (Dietition), Eilish (Hospice Nurse), Charis Cancer Care and Darren Allen (Pharmacist).
Thanks to Helen and her Team at D. Watters Funeral Services for their help, care and compassion shown to us during this difficult time and for carrying out all the necessary arrangements in a dignified and professional manner.
Lastly we offer gratitude to all of you who donated to Charis Cancer Care, which has provided Joe and our family with support, care and compassion over the last two years.
FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS.

23/03/2026

Mrs Ruth McCaughern

McCaughern (née Ritchie) - March 23rd 2026 (peacefully) at Magherafelt Manor Nursing Home, Ruth, dearly beloved Wife of the late Joe, formerly of 32 Glenone Villas, Portglenone, much loved Mother of Billy, Ritchie and the late Jackie and baby Joseph, a loving Mother-in-Law of Valerie, Elizabeth and Brenda, a devoted Granny of Georgina, Joseph, Lynn, Andrea, Paul and Mark, Great Granny of Jack, Maisie, Alexander, Jude, Harry, Katie, Isabelle and the late baby Elijah and dearest Sister of the late Martha, Billy, Tommy, Frank, Margaret, Jimmy and Bertie. All welcome at Ritchie and Brenda's home, 53 Carmagrim Road, Portglenone BT44 8DE on Monday, March 23rd from 5:00pm - 9:00pm and Tuesday, March 24th from 12:00 noon - 9:00pm. Funeral Service in Portglenone Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, March 25th at 1:00pm, followed by burial in Portglenone Church of Ireland Graveyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dementia NI can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Love you always. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith". 2Tim 4 v 7

21/03/2026

Parking for Richard Wallace’s funeral.

We are circulating this important parking information ahead of Richard Wallace’s funeral on Sunday, 22nd March.

There will be no parking available at the family homes or on Maghadone Lane.
Attendees will park in the locations listed below and walk from Ballyeglish Church to the farm. This is a short walk.

Parking will be available at the following locations -
1. Ballyeglish Church Car Park
2. A small car park opposite Ballyeglish Church Car Park
3. Salterland Presbyterian Church Car Park and surrounding Loup village
4. Loup Chapel Car Park

There will be shuttle buses available for those who park in one of the further locations. The buses will run from the other car parks to Ballyeglish Church Car park, and from there then attendees take the short walk to Richard’s farm.

Thank you in advance for cooperating and respecting this parking guidance at a very difficult time.

Mr Richard Wallace (Updated Arrangements)

Wallace - March 19th 2026 (suddenly, as the result of a tragic accident), Richard William (aged 31 years), 6 Maghadone Lane, Moneymore, precious and much adored youngest Son of Stephen and Julie, dearly loved Brother of Graeme, much loved Grandson of Danny and Elizabeth (Robinson) and the late Sammy and Josie (Wallace) and a cherished Nephew and Cousin. All welcome at the Family home on Friday, March 20th and Saturday March 21st from 3:00pm - 9:00pm. (House private on Sunday morning please). Funeral from his home on Sunday, March 22nd at 1:30pm to His much loved Farm, 5 Maghadone Lane, Moneymore for A Service of Thanksgiving at 2:00pm, followed by burial in Ballyeglish Parish Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI and Ballyeglish Parish Church can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Forever loved and deeply missed by all his Family and Friends. "Too good in life, to be forgotten in death"

19/03/2026

Mr Richard Wallace (Updated Arrangements)

Wallace - March 19th 2026 (suddenly, as the result of a tragic accident), Richard William (aged 31 years), 6 Maghadone Lane, Moneymore, precious and much adored youngest Son of Stephen and Julie, dearly loved Brother of Graeme, much loved Grandson of Danny and Elizabeth (Robinson) and the late Sammy and Josie (Wallace) and a cherished Nephew and Cousin. All welcome at the Family home on Friday, March 20th and Saturday March 21st from 3:00pm - 9:00pm. (House private on Sunday morning please). Funeral from his home on Sunday, March 22nd at 1:30pm to His much loved Farm, 5 Maghadone Lane, Moneymore for A Service of Thanksgiving at 2:00pm, followed by burial in Ballyeglish Parish Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI and Ballyeglish Parish Church can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Forever loved and deeply missed by all his Family and Friends. "Too good in life, to be forgotten in death"

19/03/2026

Acknowledgement for the late Mrs Georgina (Georgie) Linton

Thomas, Elizabeth, Wilma and Janice and the Family Circle of the late Georgina Linton, latterly of The Marina Care Home and formerly of 32 Brown Drive, Maghera wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement.
The Family would like to thank the Management and Staff of The Marina Care Home for their loving care shown to our Mum and to Antrim Area Hospital, Resus 2 and the Elderly Care Ward for all their care and support given to our Mum on the day of her passing.
Thank you to everyone who called at the Family home, helped with the tea, sent cards and messages, attended the funeral and all those who gave donations in her memory to Diabetes NI.
Heartfelt thanks to Rev Trevor Boyd for his visitations and pastoral care and for conducting the funeral services in the home, Church and graveside and to all who helped in any way at the Church.
Grateful thanks to Edith Blair and Staff for providing the food and to the Ladies of the Church for serving the funeral tea.
Finally, sincere thanks to Helen, Kristy and Staff of D. Watters Funeral Services, Tobermore for the professional, dignified and supportive way they carried out the funeral arrangements.
As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our thanks and appreciation.
“Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts”.