John Donnelly, 25 Johnston Close, Ballymena and formerly Springwell Street.

Donnelly (25 Johnston Close, Ballymena and formerly Springwell Street), 5th Aug 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) John RIP, beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved father of Sean, Eddie, Francine (Raymond), Brian (Sharon), Margaret (John), Patrick and the late Geraldine, loving brother of the late Charles, Fr. Eddie, Danny and Patrick and a doting grandfather and great grandfather.

John’s wake will officially begin in his daughter Francine’s residence 228 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena, on Thursday 6th August at 11am. His remains will leave from there on Friday 7th August at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena, followed by burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

 Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle.

Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Tracey McGerr (née Craig) 24 Riverdale Park, Portglenone.

McGerr (née Craig) 24 Riverdale Park, Portglenone, 4th August 2026 (Suddenly but peacefully) Tracey RIP, beloved wife of Patrick, much loved mother of Kirstie (Michael) and Ryan (Emma), loving daughter of Kathleen and the late Syl, dear sister of Jackie, Linda, Adrian and the late Brian, and doting granny of Connlaoth, Josh and Murtagh.

Tracey’s wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised, we will update them here as soon as they become available.

NB: Family time will be requested each day of the wake between 10pm and 11am.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter, mother, brother, sisters, grandchildren and all her family circle. St Padre Pio Pray for her.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “ALPS” c/o the family.

 Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Philomena (Mena) Loughlin, (née O'Neill)

Loughlin (née O’Neill) 35 Beechland Gardens, Clady, 25th July 2026 (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Philomena (Mena) RIP, beloved wife of Kevin, much loved mother Barry (Maresa), Jacqueline (Mark), Edel (Declan deceased), Dermot, Chantelle, Geraldine (Ciaran) and Caolan and loving sister of Anne, Teresa, Carol, Nigel, Raymond, John, Lawrence, Eugene, and the late Geraldine, Mary, and James Eddie and dear daughter of the late Eddie and Annie

Mena’s wake officially began in her late residence on Sunday 26th July at 1pm. Her remains left from there on Tuesday 28th July at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm - 11am.

Mena’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren and all the family circle. St. Padre Pio pray for her

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Catherine Donnelly, 33 Rowallane Drive, Ballymena.

Donnelly (née O’Neill) 33 Rowallane Drive, Ballymena, 22nd July 2026 (peacefully in Macmillan Unit Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by her loving family) in her 100th year Catherine RIP, beloved wife of the late Henry, much loved mother of Aloysius, Teresa, Seamus, Geraldine (David), Breda (David) and the late Elizabeth and dear sister of the late Dan.

Catherine’s wake officially began in her late residence on Thursday 23rd July at 6pm. Her remains left from there on Saturday 25th July at 1.20pm for 2pm Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the following parish You Tube channel link) burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road Cemetery.

https://www.youtube.com//UCAjwJWjd5YkHG02StIZJbaw

Family time requested each day please 9pm – 11am

Catherine’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

 Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “NHSCT Macmillan Unit” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Paul Creese, formerly Carnduff Drive, Ballymena.

Creese (formerly Carnduff Drive, Ballymena) 21st July 2026 (peacefully at Slemish Nursing Home) Paul RIP, beloved husband of the late Frances, much loved father of Louise (Charlie) and Paul (Kirsty), loving brother of Billy, Marlyn and the late Michael and doting grandfather of Kayla and Ollie.

Paul’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Wednesday 22nd July from 6pm until 8pm. A Prayer Service at 2.30pm on Thursday 23rd July in the Funeral Home, followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

Paul’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, daughter, brother, sister, grandchildren and all his family and friends who loved him so much. May he rest in eternal peace.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to “NI Hospice” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

John Dunlop, 32 Herbison Fields, Ballymena.

Dunlop 32 Herbison Fields, Ballymena, 15th July 2026, (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) John RIP, beloved husband of Josephine (née Drain), much loved father of Patrick (Donna), Colin and the late Gerard. Son of the late Patrick and Cassie, loving brother of Carmel, Finula, Jennifer, and the late Rose, Kay, Bridie, Noel, James, Gerry and Peg. Dear grandfather to Seanin (David), Declan and Blane. great-grandfather to Kaitlyn, Abbie and Kaleb. 

John’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to come and pay their respects on Thursday 16th July from 1pm until 3pm, and 6pm until 8pm.  

John’s Requiem Mass was celebrated on Friday 17th July at 10am, in All Saints Church, Ballymena, (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel), followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

John’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter in law, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and all the family circle. 

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. 

Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Marie Curie c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Sandra Logan (née Bremner) 24 Old Grange Avenue, Ballymena.

Logan (née Bremner) 24 Old Grange Avenue, Ballymena, 11th July 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Sandra RIP, beloved wife of Bertie, much loved mother of Colin (partner Sara) and Kerri, loving daughter of Sheila and the late Donald, and dear sister of Mary, Margaret, Elizabeth, Tracey and the late Eileen and Donny.

Sandra’s wake officially began at her late residence on Tuesday 14th July at 10am. Her remains left from there on Thursday 16th July at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel), followed by a private cremation at a later date.

Sandra’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter, mother, sisters, grandchildren Sam, Callum, Viki and Noah and all her family and friends who loved her so much. St. Martin De Porres Pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Winnie McGoldrick (née McAtamney), 47 Eden Road, Portglenone.

McGoldrick (née McAtamney) 47 Eden Road, Portglenone, 30th June 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Winnie RIP, beloved wife of the late Patrick, much loved mother of Anne Marie, PJ, Angela, Enda, Una, Adrian and the late Martin, and loving sister of Margaret, Austin and the late Maria.

Winnie’s wake officially began in her late residence on Thursday 2nd July at 5pm. Her remains left from there on Saturday 4th July at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady, (which can be viewed via the parish webcam; St. Oliver Plunkett’s Greenlough), followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough.

Winnie's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law Henry, Josie and Thomas, daughters in law Colette, Claire and Dympna, sister in law Anne, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Sean Close, 32 Woodtown Road, Ballymena.

Close, 32 Woodtown Road, Ballymena, 1st July 2026 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Sean RIP, beloved partner of Bernie, much loved father of Sonny, and loving brother of Mary, Michael, Ethel, Jean, Elaine, Kevin and the late Teresa.

Sean’s wake commenced in his late residence on Thursday 2nd July at 12noon. His remains left from there on Friday 3rd July at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena, (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube Channel; (43) All saints ballymena - YouTube ), and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the Cushendall Road Cemetery.

Sean’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing partner, son, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and all his family and friends who loved him so much. St Padre Pio, pray for him.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Marie Curie” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Sadie Halferty (née Gallagher), 9 McGurk Villas, Gulladuff.

Halferty (née Gallagher) 9 McGurk Villas, Gulladuff, 30th June 2026, (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Sadie RIP, beloved wife of the late Jimmy, much loved mother of Paul, Cherie, Jim, Michael and John, loving sister of Maureen, Bridie, Evelyn, Margaret, Noel, Martin, and the late James, John, Sally, Hugo, Liam, Patsy and Michael.

Sadie’s wake officially began at her late residence on Wednesday 1st July at 10am. Family time requested between 10pm and 10am. Her remains left from there on Thursday 2nd July at 11.30am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Lavey,(which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Sadie's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughter, son in law, daughters in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Marie Curie” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

James Chesney, 133 Largy Road, Ahoghill.

Chesney, (133 Largy Road, Ahoghill) 23rd June 2026, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) James, beloved husband of Eileen, much loved father of Mark, Julie, Andrew and Sarah, and loving grandfather of Chloe, Gary, Shane, Kyle and Scott.

“House Strictly Private, family and close friends only”.

Funeral service in his late residence on Friday 26th June at 2.30pm, followed by burial immediately afterwards in Grange Presbyterian Cemetery.

James's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sons in law Gerry and Gary, daughter in law Grainne, grandchildren and all the family circle.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers if desired to NHSCT Antrim Area Hospital c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to; WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services, Telephone: 028 2563 1406 or visit nifunerals.com

Jim Craig, 2 Steeple View, Antrim.

Craig, (2 Steeple View, Antrim) 23rd June 2026, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Jim RIP, beloved husband of the late Teresa, much loved father of Julie, Colin and the late Richard and loving brother of Madeleine.

Requiem Mass on Friday 26th of June at 12noon in St Comgall’s Church, Antrim, (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/c/ParishOfAntrimLive ), followed by burial immediately afterwards in Antrim Cemetery.

Jim's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing, son, daughter, son in law Cyril, daughter in law Ashlene, grandchildren Rebekah, Jude, Carys, Charlotte and Alfie, sister, brother in law Lenny and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Detail enquiries to; WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Telephone: 028 2563 1406 or visit nifunerals.com

Sadie Fyfe (née McKillen), Glenravel and formerly Knockdhu Park Larne.

Fyfe (née McKillen) Glenravel and formerly Knockdhu Park, Larne, 19th June 2026 (peacefully at Craigdun Nursing Home) Sadie RIP, beloved wife of the late Gerry, much loved mother of Tony and the late Pauline and loving sister of Maureen (Donnelly) and the late Eileen (Magee) and Jackie.

Sadie's wake officially began in her son Tony's residence 55 Glenravel Road, Martinstown, on Saturday 20th June at 12noon until 9pm. Her remains left from there on Sunday 21st June at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Sadie’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughter in law Deirdre, sister, son in law Joe, grandchildren Katie and Joseph, great grandchildren Cillian and Oisin and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Eileen Quinn (née McKee) 103 Shore Road, Toomebridge.

Quinn (née McKee) 103 Shore Road, Toomebridge, 15th June 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family), Eileen RIP, beloved wife of Sean, much loved mother of Mary, Martin, Edward and Helen and loving sister of Josephine, Desmond and the late Mary, Teresa, Bernie, Rose, James, Pat, Stephen and Briege.

Eileen’s wake officially began at her late residence on Tuesday 16th June at 7pm. Her remains left from there on Thursday 18th June at 10.25am for 11am Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Cargin, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Eileen’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, sons, daughters, brother, sister, daughters in law Claire and Cathy, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Fergal, Naoishe, Eunan, Sinead, Diarmaid, Roisin and Ciaran, nieces, nephews and large family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Eugene McClean, 50 Menin Road, Antrim.

McClean 50 Menin Road, Antrim, 14th June 2026, peacefully after a long illness, (at Macmillan Unit, Antrim, surrounded by his loving family) Eugene RIP, beloved husband of Gina, much loved father of Shirley, Garry, Sinead, Siobhan, Shauna, Eugene, Sarah and Kieran, loving son of the late Hugh and Teresa and dear brother of Ann, Patrick, Sue and late Hugh, Eamon and Michael.

“House Strictly Private, family and close friends only”.

Eugene’s remains were removed from his late residence on Tuesday 16th June at 5.30pm to St Comgall’s Church, Antrim. Requiem Mass on Wednesday 17th June at 10am (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/c/ParishOfAntrimLive ) followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Eugene’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, brother, sisters, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Knock pray for him.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “NHSCT proceeds to Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 9454 8493 or visit: nifunerals.com  

Ferdinand Boldi, 67 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena.

Boldi (67 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena) 3rd June 2026, (peacefully at Kintullagh Nursing Home), Ferdinand RIP, beloved Father of Ferdinand (Jr) and loving grandfather of Stefania and Fabian.

Ferdinand’s wake officially began in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW, on Friday 5th June at 8pm until 10pm. Funeral service on Saturday 6th June at 11am followed by burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Council Cemetery.

Peace Perfect Peace.

Ferdinand’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, grandchildren and all his family and friends who loved him so much.

 Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit:nifunerals.com

Paul Rogers, 36 Broughshane Road, Ballymena.

Rogers, 36 Broughshane Road, Ballymena, 4th June 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Paul RIP, beloved husband of Una, much loved father of Paula, Conal, Fiona, Roisin, Donagh, Una, and Nuala and loving brother of May, Michael and the late Tony and Eilish.

Paul’s wake officially began in his late residence on Saturday 6th June at 1pm until 9pm and on Sunday 7th June at 2pm until 9pm. His remains left from there on Monday 8th June at 11.30am for 12noon Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena, burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

Paul’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sons and daughters in law Garry, Cindy, Rob, Paddy, Mal, Graeme, Mary,  brother, sister, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren: Paddy, Emily, Oran, Tommy, Ollie, Clara, Bobby, Darragh and Liam and all his family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul

Detail enquiries to WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Eamon O'Hara, Apartment 2 Princes Street and formerly Deramore, Ballymena.

 O’Hara (Apartment 2, Princes Street and formerly Deramore, Ballymena)  (suddenly but peacefully at his late residence) Eamon RIP, beloved son of Marie and the late Jim, and much loved brother of Colette (Sheppard) and Mabel (Mc Keown)

Eamon was reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41 - 43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Thursday 28th May between 6pm and 8pm, and on Friday 29th from 5pm until 6.30pm, whereby his remains were removed to All Saints Church, Ballymena. Requiem Mass on Saturday 30th May at 10am (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

Eamon's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, sisters, brother in law Martin, niece Grainne, nephews James and Thomas, great nephews Odhran and Niall and all his family and friends who loved him so much. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

House Strictly Private – No Exceptions

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Chest Heart and Stroke” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Patricia Mulholland, Mayogall and England.

Mulholland (Mayogall and England) 21st February 2026 Patricia RIP, beloved mother of Mary Niamh, much loved sister of Ita, Liam and the late Cathleen and Maura and loving daughter of the late Neil and Tilly.

Patricia’s Requiem Mass was celebrated in St Mary’s Church, Lavey, on Wednesday 27th May at 11am (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), and her burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Patricia's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing daughter, brother, sister, and all her family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Marie Celine Cherry (née McNeilly), 67 Warden Street, Ballymena.

Cherry (née McNeilly) 67 Warden Street, Ballymena 19th May 2026 (suddenly but peacefully) Marie Celine RIP, beloved wife of the late Victor, much loved sister of Patsie  (McWilliams), Andrena (McCloskey), Pauline (Robinson) and daughter of the late Paddy and Sally.

Celine’s wake officially began at her late residence on Friday 22nd May at 5pm. Her remains left from there on Saturday 23rd May at 1.30pm for 2pm Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel), and her burial took place immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road Cemetery.

NB: Family time requested please between 10pm and 11am

Celine's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sisters, brother in laws, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and all her family and friends who loved her so much. St. Padre Pio Pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com