K. Murray Memorials & Funeral Directors, 46a St. Patrick's Street, Draperstown (2025)

07/11/2025

The Family of Michael Bradley (Mickey)
The family of the late Michael (Mickey) Bradley would like to express our profound thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us and supported us during our recent bereavement.
Sincere thanks to all who attended the wake and funeral. A special word of thanks to Daddy’s family and close neighbours who helped with transport to and from the wake, to those who brought refreshments, helped in the kitchen, sent Mass cards, sympathy cards, and social media messages, and for all the kindness shown in so many ways.
We wish to acknowledge with gratitude the doctors, nurses and staff of Draperstown Surgery, the District Nursing Team, and Marie Curie for their expert and compassionate care of Mickey and their guidance to our family. Our heartfelt thanks also to the home care team – Leanne, Carol, Carmel, Ann-Marie, Niamh, and team – for their excellent care.
Thanks to the Shepherd’s Rest for providing the funeral dinner.
A special thank you to the Parish and to Fr McCaul for his exceptional pastoral care.
We are grateful to everyone who participated in Mickey’s funeral service, including Moria for her beautiful music, the readers, gift bearers, the sacristan, and to Edel Flowers and Gerard’s Flowers for the beautiful floral arrangements.
Thank you also to Steven from Aether Films for recording the service.
To Kevin and the team from K. Murray and Son Funeral Directors for their professionalism and the dignified manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a sincere expression of our deepest gratitude and appreciation to everyone who supported our family in any way.

Mickey’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday 14th November at 7:30 pm in Holy Rosary, Draperstown.

04/11/2025

The 1st Anniversary Mass for the late Margie Mc Bride will be held Friday 7th November at 7.30pm in the Holy Rosary Church

29/10/2025

Kevin Kelly of Glon-Kel House, 62 Bancran Road, Draperstown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 28th October, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Dearly beloved youngest son of the late Bernard and Martha Kelly. Much loved father of Kevin (Katie), John (Emma) and Emma (Jonny)

Much loved brother of Mary, Nora, and the late Bernard Joseph, Charlie, Oliver and Danny, RIP.

Loving Granda to Olly, Joe , Cara, Rose, Oisin, Ruby and Tom.

Deeply regretted by Sheelagh, sister in laws, brother in laws, his nieces & nephews and extended family circle .

Funeral from his late home 62 Bancran Road Draperstown, BT45 7DA on Friday, 31st October, 2025
At 10.30pm for 11am Requiem Mass in St Columba's Church, Straw, Draperstown , followed by interment in adjoining cemetery.

Kevin's wake will commence at 7pm on Wednesday 29th October
Family time from 11pm to 11am
Family time morning of funeral

Funeral will be live streamed by Devlin Media

20/10/2025

The First Anniversary Mass for the late Mary Mc Auley will be in the Holy Rosary Church on Friday 24th October at 7.30pm.

15/10/2025

Michael Patrick Bradley of Labby passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Dearly beloved husband of Molly and devoted father of Joyce, Shane, Clement (Kathy), Marlene (Andrew), Caroline, Sheelagh and Brenda (Paddy).
Much loved and cherished Granda of Shànnen (Johnny), Lauren, Rosa, Ellen-Rose, Michael, Peadar, Daithí, Leona, Faith (died in infancy), Evie-Mae, Aodhán, Lorcán, Fiachra, Iarla and Éibhleann.
Much loved son of the late Mickey and Rose Bradley and dear brother of John, Jim, Rosemary, Donal, Bernadette (died at birth), Margaret, Veronica and Imelda.

Wake commences on the 15th October 2025 at 6pm from the Bradley family home.
Family time until 10pm until 11am.

The Bradley family encourage attendees to use the transport provided from McTeagues family home (sign posted) at the bottom of Disert Road to lessen the traffic on the Disert Road.
Funeral from his late home
29 Disert Rd, Draperstown BT457JN
On Friday 17th October
At 10.30pm for 11 o’clock Requiem Mass in St. Columba’s Church Straw, burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery

Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.

13/10/2025

We, the family of the late Anna Mc Cullagh (nee Diamond) would like to convey our heartfelt thanks to all who paid their respects and supported us during our recent bereavement. Your expressions of sympathy have been a great comfort to us during this difficult time.

Sincere appreciation to the staff of Draperstown Surgery, Antrim Hospital and Drapersfield Nursing Home for their compassion and care when looking after mammy.

We thank those who attended the wake and funeral, sent mass cards, sympathy cards, flowers and gifts of food. We are grateful to those who offered their condolences on social media and those who travelled long distances. We extend our special thanks to our neighbours, relatives and friends who helped in any way.

Our sincere gratitude to Fr. Madden for celebrating the beautiful Requiem Mass and for his homily. A special thanks to Fr. McCaul, Fr. Mc Guigan, Fr. Logue and Fr. O’Kane for their help and spiritual guidance.

We thank the sacristan (Margaret), readers, gift bearers, altar server and Eucharistic Ministers. Thank you to Patricia Herron for the reverent music.

The family would also like to thank the staff and pupils of the following schools for their guards of honour: St. Mary’s P.S (Draperstown), St. Columba’s P.S (Straw), St. Patrick’s P.S (Moneymore), St. Colm's H.S (Draperstown) and St.Patrick’s & St. Brigid’s College (Claudy).

Sincere thanks to Michael Murray and the group of volunteers from An Rath Dubh Centre for providing the refreshments after the funeral .

Finally, thank you to Kevin and the staff of K. Murray & Son Funeral
Directors for the dignified and professional manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements.

As we cannot thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgment will be accepted by all as an expression of our appreciation to those who have supported our family.

Anna’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at 7.30pm on Friday 24th October in the Holy Rosary Church, Draperstown and can be viewed on: https://www.churchservices.tv/draperstown

Forever loved and deeply missed.

24/09/2025

In loving memory of Eugene Kelly
Acknowledgement

Seamus and the family of the late Eugene Kelly wish to extend their sincere thanks to all who supported and sympathised with them during their recent sad bereavement.

We are deeply grateful to our extended family, friends, neighbours, and colleagues who offered kindness in so many ways—by sending Mass and sympathy cards, messages of condolence, providing food, and by attending the wake and funeral. Your presence and support have been a tremendous source of strength and comfort to us.

A heartfelt word of thanks to the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, the medical team in Antrim Area Hospital A&E, the doctors and nurses in the Acute Medical Ward and the one-to-one carers for the dedication and compassion shown to Eugene during his final days.

We are especially thankful to Father Sean McGuigan for his spiritual guidance and compassionate presence during the wake and for celebrating Eugene’s Requiem Mass.
Sincere appreciation to Neil Collins for the beautiful and fitting music, which greatly enhanced the liturgy.

Our thanks also go to K. Murray & Son Funeral Directors for their dignified and professional handling of all funeral arrangements. We also acknowledge, with gratitude, the gravediggers who prepared Eugene’s final resting place with care and respect.

Thank you to Ballinascreen GAC for the use of the hall, and to the volunteers who generously gave of their time to serve refreshments following the burial.

Lastly, the family remain truly indebted to the staff of Three Islands Nursing Home for the kindness, care, and devoted attention shown to Eugene. Your compassion ensured he was always treated with dignity and received the best care possible.

Loved deeply and missed beyond measure, Eugene’s love, strength and laughter will forever live on in our hearts.

Eugene’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 3rd October at 7:30pm in Holy Rosary Church, Draperstown.

22/09/2025

Anna Mc Cullagh (nee Diamond), late of 15 Moneyneena Road Draperstown BT45 7DU, passed away peacefully at Drapersfield Nursing Home on the 21st September 2025.

Beloved wife of Felix and much loved mother of Breige (Gerard), Annette (Kevin), Michael, Caroline (Sean) and Philip (Rachel). Loving granny to her eleven grandchildren. Daughter of the late Pat and Bridget Diamond R.I.P. Sister of Jim Diamond, Dunlogan.

Deeply regretted by her husband, daughters, sons, daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, brother and extended family.

Wake commences on 22nd September at 6pm and continues on Tuesday 23rd September (11am - 11pm). Remains leaving her home at 10.40am on 24th September to St Eugene’s Church Moneyneena for 11am Requiem Mass. Burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

19/09/2025

Patrick Gerard (Gerry) Donnelly,
Draperstown

Passed away suddenly
18th September 2025
Surrounded by his loving family.

Dearly beloved husband of the late Philomena and devoted loving father of Kerry, Corinna, Dolores, Alma, Jerome and Patrick.
Father-in-law of Mike, David, Brian, Caroline and Stacey.
Much loved and cherished Grandfather of Emmet, Danny, Conan, Aoife, Anna, Ella, Aoibheann, Eoin, Cora, Alfie, Michael, Jack, Walter, Issac and Winnie, and Great Grandfather of Johnny.

Much loved son of the late Barney and Annie Donnelly.

Cherished brother of Matt and Mickey, and the late Francis, Maire, Sheila, Brian, Josie and Johnny.

Funeral from his late home 25 Moykeeran Drive,
Draperstown BT457AT on Monday 22nd September at 10.20am for 11 o’clock requiem Mass in St. Columba’s Church Straw, burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery
Family time from 11pm till 11am please
Gerry’s wake has commenced

Sacred Heart of Jesus Pray for him.
St.Pio Pray for him.
St.Philomena pray for him.

18/09/2025

Mc Glone
Pat (Paddy)
5th Anniversary In loving memory of a devoted brother, brother-in-law, uncle
and friend who passed away on 26th September 2020. A special smile, a special face,
In our hearts a special place.
Our memories we keep them one by one, Things you said and things you would have done, They bring a smile and sometimes a tear,
But always a wish that you were here. There are no words fitting for one so dear We miss your smile, your wit and cheer
A heart of gold and a soul so pure
You were one in a million and that's for sure. Always loved and remembered forever missed by his beloved sisters Helena. Martina, Gina and Shauneen,
nephews, nieces and entire family circle. Pat's Fifth Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in The Holy Rosary Draperstown on Friday 26th September 2025 at 7.30pm. The Mass can also be viewed on the parish
webcam.

18/09/2025

We the family of the late Georgina (Georgie) McGlone (nee Crossett) would like to express our sincere heartfelt thanks to all who paid their respects and sympathies with us on our recent and sudden bereavement of our mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, friend and neighbour.

Many thanks to you all who travelled near and far to attend mum’s wake/ funeral service, who visited, sent mass/sympathy cards, sent text messages and online messages and to those who assembled en route to the chapel. Your expressions of sympathy have been a great comfort to us at this difficult time. We are extremely grateful to you all for your presence, kind words, generosity and compassion.

We are truly grateful to all of those who brought food especially Sperrin Bakery and Delicious for their kind donation. We greatly appreciate all the help we received behind the scenes from our great neighbours, friends and extended family. To the ladies who gave up their time to serve refreshments during the wake we will be forever grateful.

Georgina’s family wish to convey their appreciation to Fr. Michael McCaul for his homily and for the manner in which he celebrated the beautiful requiem mass. Also a special thanks to Fr. Peter Madden, Fr. McCaul, Fr. Dermot McGirr, Fr. Seamus Kelly and Fr. Sean McGuigan for their spiritual support throughout the years.

Sincere appreciation to the carers from Helping Hands, the Community District Nurses, Draperstown Surgery and O’Kane’s Chemists for their exceptional compassion and care in looking after mum.

Thank you to the singers Aoife and Emma from The Two Tone for the beautiful music, Thank you to all who participated in the readings and the offertory symbols and processions. A sincere thanks to the Sacristan, the Eucharist Ministers and the Altar Servants. Also our utmost gratitude to AMC Designs & Crafts for the beautiful funeral mass pamphlets.

The family would like to also to express their gratitude to Kevin and Michael of K Murray Funeral Directors for their professional, compassionate and dedicated manner in which they carried out and guided them through all aspects of the funeral arrangements. Thank you to all the gravediggers for preparing mum’s final resting place, Blackhill Marquees and Ballinascreen GAC for use of their equipment.

Lastly a special thanks to the staff of An Rath Dubh for catering for the gravediggers and after the funeral mass.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our deep appreciation and gratitude.

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The Holy Sacrifice of Mass will be offered for the intentions of all.

Georgina’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday 26th September 2025 in the Holy Rosary at 7.30pm and can be viewed on the webcam.

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