LAIRD Ivan (Dodger) 30th August 2026, Peacefully at Waterside Hospital, (surrounded by his loving family, in his 69th year), much loved partner of Sharon, devoted dad of Richie and Kacey, adored grandad of Charlotte, a loving father-in-law of Jenny, dearest brother of Bob, Joan, May, Anne, Lynda, Idena, and Joy, a dear brother-in-law, and uncle.

Service of Thanksgiving in his late home 81 Primity Crescent, Newbuildings, on Tuesday 1st September at 1.30pm, followed by burial in Mountcastle Cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired (cheques made payable) to The Church of Ireland Centre, Newbuildings, c/o The Rectory Office, Church Brae, Altnagelvin, Londonderry, BT47 2LS.

Everyone is welcome to call at the family home on Monday from 1.00pm until 8.00pm.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his entire family circle.

”He died as he lived, everyone’s friend”