McClafferty Funeral Directors

McClafferty Funeral Directors McClafferty Funeral Directors have been serving the people of Derry and beyond for over 120 years. Our Proprietor Mr.

Kieran Connor I.A.F.D and his team of professionals are here to listen, advise and guide you through a very difficult and upsetting time.

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Willie McCauley, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hosp...
17/11/2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Willie McCauley, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on 17th November 2025.

Late of 9 Shandon Park. May he rest in peace.

Beloved husband of Mae. Devoted father of Rosaleen (Mickie), Kieran (Moira), Leo, Conor (Michaela), Caoimhe (Anthony) and the late Willie. A much loved granda to all of his loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dearest brother of Leo, Phil and the late Jim, Mona, Sadie, Bridie and Pam. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his wider family circle, friends and neighbours.

Willie’s remains will be reposing at his late home, 9 Shandon Park from 5pm this afternoon, Monday 17th November. Funeral leaving from there on Wednesday 19th November at 11:20am for 12pm Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Pennyburn. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery.

The wake house will be strictly private from 9pm in the evenings until 1pm in the afternoon. The wake house will also be strictly private on the morning of the funeral.

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

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to either Ward 22 Altnagelvin Hospital or Alzheimer’s Society NI c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ.

At dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

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

***2nd Anniversary***Mary Kathleen (Maureen) GallagherTreasured memories of our beloved sister Maureenwho died 17th Nove...
16/11/2025

***2nd Anniversary***

Mary Kathleen (Maureen) Gallagher

Treasured memories of our beloved sister Maureen
who died 17th November 2023.

Just a prayer from the family who loved you,
Just memories fond and true, In our hearts you will stay forever, Because we thought the world of you.

We often sit and think of you and think of how you died. We had no chance to say goodbye before you closed your eyes.

Of all the special gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as our sister, Was the greatest gift of all.

Our Lady of Fatima and St Padre Pio pray for her.

Beo imár gcumhne go deo, Liam, Anne, Paul, the late Jim, sister-in-law Maureen, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Anniversary Mass in St Eugene's Cathedral on
Friday 21st November at 7.30pm.

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Angela Shiels, suddenly at home on 15th Novembe...
16/11/2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Angela Shiels, suddenly at home on 15th November 2025.

Formerly of 262 Lecky Rd. May she rest in peace.

Beloved mother of Jason, Megan and Caterina. Loving granny of Kai. Dearest daughter of the late Johnny and Nina. A much loved sister. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends.

***Funeral Arrangements Later***

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

St. Clare Crockett Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Knock Intercede For Her.

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

***Months Mind Notice***Gerry McDaidDied - 19th October 2025Gerry’s Month Mind Mass will take place on Sunday 23rd Novem...
15/11/2025

***Months Mind Notice***

Gerry McDaid

Died - 19th October 2025

Gerry’s Month Mind Mass will take place on Sunday 23rd November at 12.30pm in St. Eugene’s Cathedral.

God looked around his garden
And found an empty place,
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.

***ACKNOWLEDGEMENT***Mary Carlin née ClarkeDied - 23rd October 2025We Mary's family would like to extend our heartfelt g...
14/11/2025

***ACKNOWLEDGEMENT***

Mary Carlin née Clarke

Died - 23rd October 2025

We Mary's family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for all the kindness, support and sympathy we received during the recent loss of our dear mammy Mary.

Thank you to everyone who attended her wake and funeral, sent messages, mass cards and flowers. To all those who supported us with the catering and organisation, your kindness will never be forgotten.

Sincere thank you to Mr. Kieran Connor and all the staff at McClafferty Funeral Directors for the professional, attentive and dignified manner in which all aspects of Mary's wake and funeral were carried out and for the support we as a family received.

We wish to express sincere thanks to the staff of Altnagelvin hospital especially the staff of A&E, ward 41 and ward 42 for the way they looked after Mary with dignity and respect and for supporting us as her family.

We would also like to pay a special thank you to the staff of Sevenoaks Fold where Mary spent the last 4 1/2 years of her life where she was looked after as part of their family with respect and love.

A special word of love and thank you to all Mary's family the Clarke family for their love and support to us over the years and for helping us to look after her during her later years.

A very special thank you to Fr. Daniel Faul for carrying out Mary's funeral with much respect and compassion, and for the beautiful words at her requiem mass.

It is impossible to thank everyone who supported us as a family and who paid their respects to our mammy but please accept this acknowledgement as our sincere gratitude to everyone.

Mary's Month Mind Mass will take place in St. Mary's Church, Creggan on Friday 21st November at 7.30pm.

***1st Anniversary***Phyllis McDermott née GillespieWho passed away on 17 November 2024Today like many other daysBring s...
14/11/2025

***1st Anniversary***

Phyllis McDermott née Gillespie

Who passed away on 17 November 2024

Today like many other days
Bring special thoughts of you
Of happy times we share
And caring things you used to do
And once more it's a reminder
That life's road is sometimes rough
Because the time we shared just wasn't long enough

For you were someone special
Who's thought so highly of
Who will always be remembered
With affection warmth and love

So sending thoughts to heaven
On the day you went away
And hope you know your missed more that words could every say

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Marie, Martin, Martina, Seamy, Lorraine, Gary, Majella and all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and entire family circle.

Phyllis’s 1st Anniversary Mass will take place on Sunday 16 November at 10.30am in St Mary's Church, Creggan.

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Bridget (Betty) Gallagher née Doherty, peaceful...
14/11/2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Bridget (Betty) Gallagher née Doherty, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital on 14th November 2025.

Late of 34 Lindenwood Park, Foyle Springs. May she rest in peace.

Beloved wife of the late John (Jackie). Devoted mother of Billy, Monica and Jacqueline. Loving granny of Holly, Rachael, Ryan, Luke, Lorcan and Rory. A much loved sister of the late Fr. John, May, Kathleen and Roseann. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her dear nieces, nephews, wider family circle and friends.

Betty’s remains will be reposing at her late home, 34 Lindenwood Park, Foyle Springs from 3pm on Sunday 16th November. Funeral leaving from there on Tuesday 18th November at 9:15am for 10am Requiem Mass in St. Columba’s Church, Longtower. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery.

The wake house will be private from 9pm until 11am.

Betty’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link below:
https://longtowerchurch.org/webcam/

St. Columba Pray For Her. Our Lady Of Knock Intercede For Her.

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

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Ursula Patterson née McLaughlin, peacefully at ...
14/11/2025

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we announce the passing of Ursula Patterson née McLaughlin, peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by all of her loving family on 13th November 2025.

Late of 107 Knockwellan Park and formerly of 14 Summerhill, Prehen. May she rest in peace.

Beloved wife of John. Devoted mother of Stephanie, Caroline and Matthew. A much loved mother-in-law of James, Jim and Megan. Loving and adored granny of Daniel, Ellie, Caitlin, Ava, Luca and Thomas. Beloved daughter of the late Charlotte and Jack. Dearest sister of Anne, Majella, Maura, Bernadette, Danny, Siobhan, Nuala, Ciaran and the late Sean. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of her wider family circle and friends.

Ursula’s remains will be reposing at her late home, 107 Knockwellan Park from 5:30pm this afternoon, Friday 14th November. Funeral leaving from there on Sunday 16th November at 11:40am for 12:15pm Requiem Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Trench Rd. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery.

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

Ursula’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the link below:
https://m.youtube.com/c/WatersideParish

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to Ward 40, Altnagelvin Hospital c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ.

Sr. Clare Crockett Pray For Her.

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

This afternoon we were very kindly invited by the Derry City Council to a site induction of the new Mullenan Cemetery. W...
13/11/2025

This afternoon we were very kindly invited by the Derry City Council to a site induction of the new Mullenan Cemetery.

We have been provided with a very detailed insight into the upcoming transition between both Mullenan and the City Cemetery.

We believe that the first burials will take place at Mullenan Cemetery in the late winter/early spring of 2026.

We are available every day to help assist, advise and guide on any questions, queries or concerns that you or your family may have.

Every blessing,

Kieran Connor
-Proprietor-

“Here when you need us”

11/11/2025

“We have an allegiance to the people of Derry. This is where we live and work. It is where we plan to stay”.

Available 24/7 on 02871262823
www.mcclaffertyfunerals.com

***1st Anniversary***In Loving Memory of Our Dear MumMajella Doherty née WedlockWho passed away on 14th November 2024.It...
11/11/2025

***1st Anniversary***

In Loving Memory of Our Dear Mum

Majella Doherty née Wedlock

Who passed away on 14th November 2024.

It’s been one year since you left us,
But your love and warmth remain in our hearts.
We miss your smile, your laughter, your gentle ways

Not a day goes by that we don’t think of you.
Forever loved, forever missed, and forever in our hearts.

Always remembered by Declan (Sheri), Debra (Mark), & Claire (Ryan), her beloved grandchildren - Roishe, Clara, Ayla, Ellie & Noah, her sister Margaret, the wider family circle and friends.

“An Angel in Heaven”
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide,
Though we cannot see you,
You’re always by our side.

It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

Now you are an angel,
Free from pain and strife,
Watching over those you love
From Heaven’s peaceful light.

Majella's Anniversary Mass will be celebrated during 11am Mass on Friday 14th November at St. Joseph's Church, Galliagh.

***Acknowledgement / Month's Mind Mass***Bernadette HealyDied - 6th October 2025We, the family of the late Bernadette He...
10/11/2025

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

Bernadette Healy

Died - 6th October 2025

We, the family of the late Bernadette Healy, wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude for all the kindness, support and sympathy we received on our recent loss of our much loved mother, sister, grandmother and aunt.

Thank you to everyone who paid their respects to Bernadette, those who attended the wake or funeral, made donations in lieu of flowers, sent sympathy cards & heartfelt messages or remembered us in prayer during this difficult time.

Sincere thanks to Mr. 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.

Our deepest gratitude to Father Gerard Mongan, St. Columba’s Church Long Tower, for his kind words of support at such a difficult time and for celebrating what was a very beautiful Requiem Mass.

A special thanks also to Lauren & Bethany Doherty and also to Ronan Spencer for providing such beautiful 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.

“Had I the heavens' embroidered cloths,
Enwrought with golden and silver light,
The blue and the dim and the dark cloths
Of night and light and the half-light,
I would spread the cloths under your feet:
But I, being poor, have only my dreams;
I have spread my dreams under your feet;
Tread softly because you tread on my dreams.” W.B.Yeats

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McClafferty are Derry's oldest and longest established independent funeral directors with over 115 years of experience in providing funeral services across our city and beyond. The funeral directors was established in 1904 and run by John L. McClafferty and his family until 1974 when it was sold to Mr. Jack McKeone whilst situated in Meenan Square in the Bogside; ownership then passed to Mr. Johnny Casey in 1987 who remained at the helm alongside his family for 32 years. McClafferty have handled arrangements for some of the biggest and most high profile funeral services the city has ever seen, including that of the 12 people killed in the Blitz Disaster at Messines Park in the 1940s. They also presided over the funerals of most of the 14 men killed on Bloody Sunday on 30th January 1972. Over the years McClafferty Funeral Directors have taken care of arrangements for many nuns from the city. The Constitution of the Poor Sisters of Nazareth decreed Sisters were to be buried in elm wood coffins, unpolished with tin mounts to echo the spirit of poverty of religious life. McClafferty produced such coffins and were themselves commissioned to do the funerals of the nuns from the Sisters of Nazareth Convent. The Good Shepherd Convent have also used the service of Mc Clafferty Funeral Directors over the years.

In March 2019 our new owner and proprietor Mr. Kieran Connor took the reigns of McClafferty Funeral Directors and has devoted himself to providing an authentic, personal & caring service to the families of Derry and beyond in their time of need.