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.

02/01/2025

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Gwendoline Olive Simpson, 1st January 2025, peacefully at Foyle Hospice, much loved mother of Dale, Amanda and Suzanne, dear mother-in-law of Paul and Gill, loving nana to Penelope and Woody, beloved sister of Kenneth, Daphne and the late Estelle and dear friend to Thomas.

Service of Thanksgiving for the life of Gwendoline will take place in Gortnessy Presbyterian Church on Saturday 4th January at 12pm followed by interment in the adjoining burial ground.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Foyle Hospice c/o D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Directors, 24a Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry, BT47 3QQ.

“At home with the Lord.” Lovingly remembered by her family, family circle and friends.

1st Anniversary Notice, Co. LondonderryCherished memories of Jeffrey William John (Jeff) Patterson who passed away on t...
02/12/2024

1st Anniversary Notice, Co. Londonderry

Cherished memories of Jeffrey William John (Jeff) Patterson who passed away on the 4th December 2023.

Partings come and hearts are broken,
loved ones go with words unspoken,
Deep in our hearts there’s a memory kept,
for a Husband and Daddy we’ll never forget,
some day we hope to meet you,
some day we know not when,
to clasp your hand in a better land never to part again.
Lonely is our home without you,
life to us is not the same,
all this world would be like Heaven
just to have you back again.

Loved and sorely missed by his Wife Lisa, Son Sam and Daughter Lauren

02/12/2024

1st Anniversary Notice - Co. Londonderry



Jeffrey William John (Jeff) Patterson



Passed away on the 4th December 2023



We little knew that morning

God was going to call your name

In life we loved you dearly

In death we do the same

It broke our hearts to lose you,

You did not go alone,

For part of us went with you

The day God called you home,

You left us beautiful memories,

Your love is still our guide,

And though we cannot see you,

You are always by our side.

Our family chain is broken

And nothing seems the same

But as God calls us one by one

The chain will link again



Always remembered and sadly missed by Drew, Margaret, Claire, Rebecca and Ryan.

1st Anniversary Notice - Co. LondonderryJeffrey William John (Jeff) PattersonRemembering our precious Son & Brother Jeff...
02/12/2024

1st Anniversary Notice - Co. Londonderry

Jeffrey William John (Jeff) Patterson

Remembering our precious Son & Brother Jeffrey who died untimely on 4th December 2023.

You never liked to say Goodbyes the times you were here with us,
The reason was simple; you didn’t like a fuss.
But nothing could prepare us for loss on the Monday you went to work,
No Goodbyes; no chance to hold your hand and cry,
No ache nor pain, you did not complain
But you went to die alone
It’s hard for us to say goodbye
But praying still to justify.

Until we meet again.

Lovingly remembered by your Dad, Mum, Sisters, Lynsey & Kathryn

29/07/2024

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Kathleen (Avril) Edwards (nee White), July 29th 2024, peacefully at Sevenoaks Housing with Care (surrounded with love after a short illness) dearly beloved wife of the late Robert Currie and the late Bertie Edwards, much loved mother of Andrew, Gillian and Ruth, loving mother-in-law of Jackie, Geoff and Drew, devoted grandmother of Daniel, John, Shay, Drew, Robbie, Katie, Charlie, Rebecca and the late Rhys, dearest sister of Frances, Naomi, Pearl and Martie.

Funeral leaving her daughter Gillian’s home on Wednesday 31st July at 11.15am followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life in Newtowncunningham Presbyterian Church at 12.00noon, burial afterwards in the adjoining burial ground.

Family home strictly private.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Sevenoaks Housing with Care c/o Mrs. Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ.

Very deeply regretted by the entire family circle.

“ Forever in our thoughts “

08/07/2024

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of William Robert (Billy) Cunningham July 8th 2024. Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family in his 91st year) dearly beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of William, Maurice and the late Tom, James and Maud, adored granda and great-granda.

Funeral leaving his late home 5, Lawson Park, Ballymagorry on Wednesday 10th July at 1.30pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in Leckpatrick Parish Church at 2.00pm burial afterwards in the adjoining Churchyard.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Chest, Heart and Stroke c/o Mrs. Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry.

Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by his sons, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and the entire family circle.

“Memories are like threads of gold, they never tarnish or grow old”

11/06/2024

The brothers and sisters and the entire Britton family circle of the late George Britton wish to express their sincere thanks to all who sympathised with them during their recent sad bereavement, to those who called at Robert's home with cards and lovely gifts, we thank you very much.

Special thanks to Ronnie and Cathy of Hill Top Cafe for providing teas and refreshments for the wake and after the funeral, with huge thanks to Laura and Jackie for the way in which they carried out serving teas and refreshments during the wake.

Special mention for the members of Donemana Presbyterian Church for the use of the Church Hall for teas and refreshments after the funeral.

Thanks to Edgewater Nursing Home for the wonderful care of George over the last two years.

Very sincere thanks to the Rev. Seth Wright for the lovely service in the house and at the graveside, and we would also like to thank D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Directors for the dignified manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our deep and sincere appreciation.

06/06/2024

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of William (Clarence) Henderson on June 5th 2024. Suddenly at his home 69, Blackstone Park, Magheramason (surrounded by his loving family after a short illness in his 65th year) much loved son of the late Marion, loving brother of Stephanie, Lucinda, Elwyn, Nicola, Neville, Dionne and Austell, a dear brother-in-law, dearest nephew of Lexie Deery. Service of Thanksgiving in his late home on Saturday 8th June at 1.00pm followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Macmillan Nurses c/o Mrs. Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A, Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ. Family times please from 9.00 p.m. until 11.00 a.m. Very deeply regretted and will be lovingly remembered by his entire family circle. “ Your presence is missed, but in our hearts, you will live forever “

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Robert James Downey, June 4th 2024, very peacefully at the Cau...
05/06/2024

We regret to inform you that the death has taken place of Robert James Downey, June 4th 2024, very peacefully at the Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, (surrounded by his loving family in his 76th year) much loved husband of Christine, devoted father of Roger, Graeme and Gayle, loving father-in-law of Joanne and the late Alan, hero granda of Dean, Ami, Andrew, Paige, Rachel, Joshua, Adam, Ethan and Jamie.

Service of Thanksgiving for his life in Hazelbank Presbyterian Church on Friday 7th June at 2.00pm, burial afterwards in Coleraine Cemetery.

Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to Macmillan Nurses, c/o Mrs Ruth Hay, Funeral Director, 24A,Church Road, Altnagelvin, Londonderry BT47 3QQ

Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Wednesday and Thursday.

Sadly missed, lovingly remembered by his entire family circle.
"At rest with the Lord"

04/06/2024

The entire McCombe Family circle of the late Stanley, wish to thank most sincerely, all those who sympathised with them on their recent sad bereavement. To those who called at the home, brought gifts of food, sent sympathy cards, attended Stanleys funeral and gave donations to his chosen charities.

It is impossible to thank everyone individually, but a special thanks goes to the following, Uncle Rodney and Auntie Gwen, Big Sister Helen, the towers of strength through the last difficult week, we would not have gotten through without you. To John and Kay, Jordan, Cyril and Collette all there at the end with us.

To the tea ladies, Arlene, Avril, Alma, Judith, Sharon, Brendan and Auntie Kate thank you. The wider McCombe/Davis families for being there to support us all thank you.

Donemana Menshed, Bonds Glen CC and Bready CC thank you all. The district nurses Mena, Louise, Jenne, and Billy you made his final days painless. To the Maire Curie nurses and our night sitter Louise and the wider care team, thanks.

To the Northwest cancer centre, Dr. Bryson, and the entire team, thank you for the care shown to Dad.

To the Reverend Seth, for conducting the funeral service as you did, and for being a daily visitor to our home and a comfort to dad in his final days.

To all the loyal orders, but specifically Kildoag LOL 1164, Cumber Claudy No.2 district, and the City of Londonderry Grand Orange Lodge, you all done dad proud at his funeral.

Last to D&R Hay funeral directors, for the professional and dignified manner dads death and burial was handled, it was very much appreciated.

“The labourer is now at rest”

30/05/2024

McGregor, Roger William Thomas

Christine, Bryan, Charmaine and Archie would like to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement. Especially mum and dad, siblings and their spouses. Our neighbours and all of Roger’s friends. Those who sent cards, telephoned or left online tributes.

The RVH Liver Support group, all of my childcare families, Gary and all the colleagues of Pets at Home and the ICU staff at Altnagelvin hospital for all their loving care. The Apprentice Boys of Derry and the Maiden City Rangers supporters club. Special word of thanks to Rosie Robinson and Charmaine Allen for all their hard work. To Trevor Hewitt’s coffee shop and Curran’s sandwich shop (Vale Centre).

To the Rev Ross Kernohan for all his pastoral care and conducting the funeral service at First Derry Presbyterian Church and the graveside.
To D & R Hay for the dignified, caring and professional manner in which they carried out all the funeral arrangements.

10/04/2024

We would like to highlight that there is an active related to the sector.

Today, a recently bereaved family were in touch to inform us that a third party pretending to be their Funeral Director or Third Party acting on their behalf, through Facebook messenger were offering a recording of the funeral service (this message contained a picture of their loved one taken from an online notice and seemed legitimate).

Church services (all types, including Funerals) are often streamed live and/or recorded (since the pandemic these facilities have become more popular), this is probably one of the reasons that this type of scam has come about.

We would encourage anyone who receives a message like this to speak to their Funeral Director directly before clicking on any links and/or making any type of payment to ensure that it is legitimate.

Not wanting to state the obvious, however, we were appalled to understand that this type of activity (targeting bereaved family members at what is an extremely vulnerable time) can take place and wanted to highlight it to all who may fall prey.

Kindest regards,
D & R Hay and Sons Funeral Directors

Address

24a Church Road, Altnagelvin
Londonderry
BT473QQ

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+442871312567

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