TEMPLE William John, August 7 2026, Peacefully at Altnagelvin Hospital (surrounded by his loving family in his 89th year) much loved husband of the late Lily, devoted father of Trevor, Anne, Richard and Julie, adored grandfather of Lloyd (Natasha), Nicole (Stephen), great-grandfather of Aerith, Elora, Zach and Jake, dearest brother of the late Emily.

Funeral leaving his late home, 196 The Fountain, Derry on Sunday, August 9 at 12.30pm, followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for his life in Carlisle Road Presbyterian Church at 1.00pm, burial afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery. Family flowers only, donation in lieu if desired (cheques made payable to) Carlisle Road Presbyterian Church c/o Mr. S. Ramsey, 14, Broomhill Court, Derry BT47 B6WP.

Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his many friends and entire family circle. “The day Thou gavest Lord is ended”.