McCONNELL Gerard (Foxy), peacefully at his home, after a long illness bravely borne, surrounded by his loving family on 4th November, 2025. Late of 148 Westway. May he rest in peace.

Beloved husband of Patricia. Devoted father of Rachael. Loving step-father of the late Emmett. Dearest father-in-law of Danny. Precious granda of Leon and Lana. Cherished son of the late Ambrose and Philomena McConnell. A much-loved brother of Philly, Vera, Ambrose, KA, Lizzy, Paddy, James and the late John, Anne, Ray, Caroline and Michael-Paul. Dear son-in-law of Maureen and the late Frank Mooney. A much-loved brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, friend and neighbour.

Gerard’s remains will be reposing at his daughter Rachael’s home, 30 Inishowen Garden’s from 3pm this afternoon, Tuesday 4th November. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday 6th November at 10:30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Creggan. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery. Gerard’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link below;

Wake house will be private from 9pm in the evening until 11am in the morning.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, to The Foyle Hospice c/o the immediate family or Mr. Kieran Connor McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ. St. Carlo Acutis, Intercede For Him.