Death Notice – With profound sorrow, we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Baby Dáire Porter-McAllister, who peacefully left this world on February 4, 2024. Born just a few days ago on January 31, 2024, Baby Dáire’s brief presence touched the hearts of all who knew him.
The cherished son of EmmaJo and Michael, and the treasured brother of Fíadh, Baby Dáire brought immense joy and love to his family in his short time on earth. He will forever be remembered as a precious grandson of Donna, Joe, Martin, and the late Colleen. The outpouring of love from the wider family circle and friends reflects the profound impact he had on those around him.
The family invites friends and well-wishers to pay their respects at Baby Dáire’s late family home, 103 Moyola Drive, with visitation hours from 6 pm to 9 pm on Sunday, February 4, and 9 am to 9 pm on Monday, February 5. The funeral procession will depart from the family home on Tuesday, February 6, at 10:40 am, leading to the “Mass Of The Angels” at 11 am in Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Steelstown. Baby Dáire will find his final resting place in the City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Children’s Heartbeat Trust or Children’s Hospice. Your support during this difficult time is deeply appreciated and can be sent to Mr. Kieran Connor, McClafferty Funeral Directors, Unit 3a, Rathmor Business Pk, Derry, BT48 0LZ.
Although Baby Dáire’s time on earth was short, his memory will forever shine as an everlasting light in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. An angel in the book of life, “Too beautiful for earth.”