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D Watters Funeral Services, 55 Main Street, Magherafelt (2025)

09/11/2025

Miss Ruby Sampson (Updated Arrangements)

Sampson - November 9th 2025 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Rebecca (Ruby), 17 Cooke Crescent, Cookstown, beloved Daughter of the late William (Billy) and Sarah (Sadie), much loved Sister of John, May, Phyllis and the late Joan and a dear Sister-in-Law, Aunt and Great Aunt. All welcome at her home on Wednesday, November 12th from 4:00pm - 8:00pm. Funeral will take place from her home on Thursday, November 13th at 1:45pm, to Tamlaght Parish Church, Coagh for service at 2:30pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI, 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 Family and Family Circle.

08/11/2025

Mr Davy Speirs (Updated Arrangements)

Speirs - November 8th 2025 (peacefully) at Brooklands Nursing Home, Magherafelt, David Boyd (Davy), formerly of 1 Thompson Gardens, Maghera, beloved Son of the late Robert John and Christina (née Boyd), a dear Step-Son of the late Ethel, much loved Brother of the late Bobby, Tom, Christy, Hughie, Annie, Margaret and Tilly and a loved Uncle and Great Uncle. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Tuesday evening (November 11th) from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Davy's Life will take place in D. Watters Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 12th at 2:00pm, followed by burial in Knockloughrim Presbyterian Churchyard (at 2:45pm approx.). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Dogs Trust, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore, Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Sadly missed by all his Nieces and Nephews and their Families.

07/11/2025

Miss Emma Speirs

Speirs - November 7th 2025 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Emma Rachel, dearly loved Daughter of May and the late Irwin, 81 Church Street, Cookstown, much loved Sister of Jennifer and Sarah, a dear Sister-in-Law of Simon and James, adored Aunt of Will, Eva and Maisie and a beloved Niece and Cousin. House private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Sunday evening (November 9th) from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Emma’s Life will take place in D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Monday, November 10th at 1:00pm, followed by burial in Cookstown Cemetery (at 2:15pm approx.). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Woodland House, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore, Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Forever loved and sadly missed by her sorrowing Mother, Sisters and the entire Family Circle.

06/11/2025

Mr George Stewart (Updated Arrangements)

Stewart – November 6th 2025 (suddenly at work) George Alexander, 24 Killymuck Road, Coagh, Cookstown, dearly loved Son of George M.J. and the late Maureen, much loved Brother of Lesley (David) and Pamela (David) and dearest Uncle of Jonnie (Emma), Stewart, Erica, Max and Carly. All welcome at the Family home on Saturday, November 8th from 2:00pm to 9:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for George's Life will take place in St. John's Parish Church, Ballinderry on Sunday, November 9th at 2:30pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his sorrowing Dad, Sisters and the entire Family Circle.

05/11/2025

Acknowledgement for the late Mr Brian Scott

Sandra and Family of the late Brian Scott, 38 Duntibryan Road, Draperstown would like to expend our deepest heartfelt thanks for the kindness and support shown to us during our recent sad bereavement and great loss.
We would like to thank those who called at the family home, sent cards, telephoned, sent messages through social media and attended the wake and funeral.
Sincere thanks to those who gave donations in Brian's memory.
We would also like to thank the Doctors and Nurses of Maghera Health Centre, Antrim Area Hospital, City Hospital and The Royal Hospital for the care given to Brian this past year. Thanks also to the Community Care Teams for their home visits, care and compassion shown to Brian and the Family.
A special thanks to Rev Rosie Diffin for her pastoral care during Brian's illness. Also to the Rev Benson for conducting the services in the home, Church and graveside. We would like to thank the Rev Carmen Hayes for her contribution to the funeral service of the beautiful readings. Thanks also to the organist, Mrs Denise Hanna for the playing of the hymns and the ladies of Kilcronaghan Church for providing and serving the teas after the funeral.
Finally, we would like to thank Helen and all the Staff at D. Watters Funeral Services for the help, care and compassion shown to us during this difficult time and for carrying out the funeral in a dignified and professional manner.
As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our deepest thanks and appreciation.
The Scott Family
"Forever in our hearts"

04/11/2025

Mrs Winifred (Winnie) Hammond (Updated Arrangements)

Hammond (née Wilkinson) – Called Home November 3rd 2025 (peacefully) at Ashbrook Care Home, surrounded by her loving Family, Winifred (Winnie, aged 85 years), formerly of 69 Knockinroe Road, Stewartstown, dearly loved Wife of Samuel, devoted Mother of Rhoda and Lorraine, loving Mother-in-Law of Ian and Edmund, much loved Granny of Alison, Josh, Ben, Rachel, Emma, Grace and Leah, proud Great Granny of Katie, Ezra, Asher, Arlo, Annalyn, David and James and dearest Sister of Jean and the late Carrie. All welcome at her Daughter Lorraine's Home, 121 Claggan Lane, Cookstown on Tuesday (4th November) from 6:00pm - 9:00pm and Wednesday (5th November) from 2:00pm - 9:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Winnie's Life will take place in Brigh Presbyterian Church on Thursday, November 6th at 2:00pm, preceded by a strictly private Family burial. Family flowers only please, no donations at her own request. “For me to live is Christ, to die is gain” Philippians 1:21

03/11/2025

Acknowledgement for the late Mr Norman McCain

The family of the late Norman McCain, Cookstown would like to thank everyone who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement. Thank you to all who offered condolences, attended the funeral and gave donations to Dementia N.I. and First Cookstown Presbyterian Church.
We express our heartfelt gratitude to the team of Carers and District Nurses who looked after Norman at home and to the staff at Antrim Area Hospital who cared for him latterly.
A special word of thanks to Rev Michael Currie for all his pastoral care to Norman and also to us as a family and for conducting the funeral service. Thanks also to Rev Tom Greer for visits during Norman’s brief time in hospital.
Thank you to Friends at First for providing refreshments in the Morrison Room on the Tuesday evening and to Joanne Loughrin for providing an exceptional funeral tea.
Finally, a sincere thank you to Helen and her staff at D Watters Funeral Services for the help and care shown to us during this difficult time and for carrying out the funeral in a dignified and professional manner.
As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgment will be accepted by all as a token of our deepest thanks and appreciation.

30/10/2025

Acknowledgement for the late Mr Hazlett Campbell McKeown B.E.M.

The Wife Amanda, Sons Colin and Ben, Daughter Jessica and the extended Family Circle of the late Hazlett McKeown B.E.M. wish to sincerely thank all those who sympathised and supported them on their recent sad bereavement.
Heartfelt thanks to all who called at the home, sent messages, cards and gifts, visited, telephoned and gave hugs; each and every one was very much appreciated.
We would also like to thank the Doctors and Staff of Draperstown Surgery and the District Nurses for their care, compassion and dignity shown to Hazlett and the Family. We would also like to thank the Doctors and Nurses of Antrim Area Hospital, City Hospital and the Royal Hospital for their care of Hazlett over the years.
A special word of thanks to Pastor Alan Dundas for conducting the funeral service and for his visitations, pastoral care and fellowship to Hazlett and the Family. Also thanks to the organist, Mrs Adrienne Brooks for the beautiful playing of the hymns, the Ladies of Tobermore Baptist Church for their hospitality in providing and serving a beautiful tea afterwards. Heartfelt thanks to everyone who very generously donated in Hazlett’s name for the work of Tobermore Baptist Church.
Finally, sincere thanks and gratitude to Helen, Kristy and Staff of D. Watters Funeral Services for the dignified and professional way the funeral arrangements were carried out.
As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere thanks and appreciation.
The McKeown Family
“I thank my God upon every remembrance of you” Philippians 1 v 3

29/10/2025

Mrs Gladys Montgomery

Montgomery (née Harbinson) - October 29th 2025 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Gladys Marion, dearly loved Wife of Norman, 16 Oakvale Terrace, Culnady, much loved Mother of Lorraine, Hugh, Norma, Nigel, Alexander and Philip, loving Mother-in-Law of Nick, Jayne, George, Robert, Roberta and Michele, proud Grandmother of Alex, Tanisha, Jordan, Mannen, Rebecca, Lara, Grace, Ben and Aaron, Great Grandmother of Callum, Dalton, Jax, Ollie, Caiden, Ella-Rose, Finlay, Freya and Cody, dearest Sister of Trevor, Della, Desmond and Lorna and a beloved Sister-in-Law of Mary, Susan and Maureen. All welcome at the Family home on Thursday (October 30th) and Friday (October 31st) from 11:00am - 10:00pm. Funeral will take place from her home on Saturday, November 1st at 1:00pm, to St. Lurach's Parish Church, Maghera for service at 1:30pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. Lovingly remembered by her sorrowing Husband, Family and Family Circle. "Absent from the body, present with the Lord" 2 Cor 5 v 8

27/10/2025

Mr George Eakin

Eakin - Called Home October 27th 2025 (peacefully) at his home, surrounded by his loving Family, Thomas George, dearly beloved Husband of the late Roberta, 44 Ballymoughan Road, Magherafelt, much loved Father of Bruce, Beverley, April, William and Vivienne, a dear Father-in-Law of Karen, Jonny, David, Louise and Tim, adored Granda of Lydia, Anna, Thomas, Rachel, Joel, Josh (Megan), Harry, Peter, Lucy, Samuel, Kezia, Abigail, Ellen, Martha and Sarah, proud Great Granda of Ezra and dearest Brother of Florence and the late Bobby. All welcome at the Family home today (Monday 27th October) from 4:00pm - 9:00pm and tomorrow (Tuesday 28th October) from 3:00pm - 9:00pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for George's Life will take place in Donaghey Congregational Church on Wednesday, October 29th at 2:00pm, preceded by a private Family burial. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Norman Fox Missionary Cause and Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith" 2 Tim 4 v 7

27/10/2025

Ms Valerie Finlay

Finlay (née Hamilton) – October 27th 2025 (peacefully) at her home, surrounded by her loving Family, Valerie, 70 Main Street, Castledawson, beloved Mother of Stephen (Demi-Lee), loving Granny to her 3 Grandchildren, cherished Daughter of Caroline and the late Richard and much loved Partner of Gary. House strictly private. Family and close Friends welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Tuesday evening, October 28th from 7:00pm – 8:30pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for close Family and Friends will take place in D. Watters Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 29th at 12:00 noon, followed by burial in Polepatrick Cemetery, Magherafelt at 12:45pm (approx.). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. “At Home with the Lord”

26/10/2025

Mrs Margaret Evans (Updated Arrangements)

Evans (née Ritchie) - October 26th 2025 (peacefully) at her home, surrounded by her loving Family, Margaret Rose, dearly beloved Wife of the late Matt, 32 Queens Avenue, Magherafelt, much loved Mother of Barbara, Stephen and Nigel, loving Mother-in-Law of Johnston, Jennifer and Sharon and much adored Granny of Jennifer, Richard and Matthew. House strictly private. All welcome at D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Wednesday evening (October 29th) from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for Margaret's Life will take place in St. Swithin's Parish Church, Magherafelt on Thursday, October 30th at 1:00pm, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP. “At Home with the Lord”

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