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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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 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.

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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.

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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 

Canon Hugh J. O'Hagan, PP St Mary's Parish Ahoghill (formerly Kilcoo)

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Canon Hugh J. O’Hagan, P.P. St Mary’s Parish Ahoghill (formerly Kilcoo) 17th May 2026 (peacefully at hospital), beloved son of the late Frank and Sarah and much loved brother of the late Kathleen.

Fr Hugh’s wake officially began in his late residence within Oranmore, Guest House, Galgorm Road, Ballymena on Wednesday 20th May 2026 at 6pm. His remains left from there on Friday 22nd May at 11.30am for 12 noon Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill (which can be viewed via : WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, Facebook Page), and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Private time was requested each day of Fr Hugh’s wake between 9pm and 12noon.

Fr Hugh’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing housekeeper Pauline, Bishop Alan, the priests of Down and Connor Diocese, his extended family, his parishioners in St Mary’s Parish Ahoghill, his former parishioners in Killyleagh and his many friends from far and near who loved him so much. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

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

Baby- Peadar O'Boyle, 6 Clarkes Road, Gulladuff.

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Baby - Peadar O’Boyle (8 Clarkes Road, Gulladuff) 11th May 2026, beloved son of Hannah (Byrne) and Niall, much loved brother Marianne and cherished grandson of Anne and Mickey O’Boyle and Claire and Martin Byrne..

NB: “Family Home and Funeral Strictly Private”

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, father, brother, grandparents and all the family circle.

“Eternal Rest Grant onto Him O Lord”

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

Maureen Kearney (née McKay) 26 Loughan Hill, Ballymena.

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Kearney (née McKay) 26 Loughan Hill, Ballymena, 11th May 2026. (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Maureen RIP, beloved wife of John, much loved mother of Jimmy, John (Margaret), Gerard (Claire) and the late Ally (Tina), loving sister of Brendan, Kevin and the late Geraldine, dear grandmother of Jon Paul, Shauna, Caolan, Aoife and great grandmother of Tommy.

Maureen’s wake officially began in her late residence on Wednesday 13th May at 12noon. Her remains left from there on Friday 15th May at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena, and her burial took place immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

NB: Family time was requested each day of Maureen’s wake between 7pm and 12noon.

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

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

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

Orlagh Graffin (née Donnelly) 43a Culbane Road, Portglenone / Bellaghy.

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Graffin (née Donnelly) 43a Culbane Road, Portglenone / Bellaghy, 10th May 2026, (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Orlagh RIP, beloved wife of Martin, much loved mother of Francis and Teighan, loving daughter of Hugh and the late Margaret and dear sister of Karen (Doyle).

Orlagh’s wake officially began at her late residence on Monday 11th May at 7pm. Her remains left from there on Wednesday 13th May at 11.15am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), and her burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time was requested each day of Orlagh’s wake between 9pm and 11am.

Orlagh’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, daughter, son, father, sister, brothers in law Patrick, Martin and Anthony, sister in law Marie and Alison 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

Harry Pat Bigmore, 1 Gaussen Villas, Ballyronan.

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Bigmore (1 Gaussen Villas, Ballyronan) 8th May 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Harry Pat RIP, beloved son of the late Harry and Mary, much loved father of Brian, (Theresa), Mary (Kieran), Una (Paul) and Kevin (Suzanne) and loving brother of Frank, John and the late James.

Harry Pat’s wake officially began at his late residence on Saturday 9th May at 1pm. His remains were removed from there on Monday 11th May at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Loup (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time requested please between 10pm  - 11am.

Harry Pat’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers, sisters in law, grandchildren: Cora, Jack, Ciaron, Katie, Ronan, Ethan, Maria, Lilyrose and Ella, great-grandson Paudi and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please.

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

Kathleen C. Forde, 56 Glens Brae Road, Martinstown.

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Forde (56 Glens Brae Road, Martinstown) 7th May 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Kathleen C. RIP, beloved daughter of the late Edward and Isobel, loving sister of Rosaleen (Kearney), Eddie, Clair (Owens) and the late Hannah (O’Loan) and Liam.

NB: “House Strictly Private Please”

Kathleen 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 Sunday 10th May between 4pm and 5.30pm, whereby her remains were removed to Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel. Requiem Mass on Monday 11th May at 12noon ( which can be viewed via the parish webcam https://churchmedia.tv/glenravel ) followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Kathleen’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing brother, sisters, brother in law Michael, sisters in law Roisin  and Anne, nieces, nephews 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 

Peter McCann, 100 Clady Road, Clady, Portglenone.

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McCann (100 Clady Road, Clady, Portglenone) 3rd May 2026 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Peter RIP, beloved husband of Brigid, much loved father of Marie, Roisin (McCullough), Donard, Grainne (Dillon) and the late Terence and loving brother of Gerald, Annie, Brigid, Ben and the late Paddy, Willie John, Des and Rosemary.

Peter’s wake officially began in his late residence on Monday 4th May at 11am. His remains left from there on Wednesday 6th May at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady, burial immediately afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery Greenlough.  

Family time requested daily please between 10pm and 11am. 

Peter’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughters, daughter in law Julie, son in law Allen, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Matthew, Peter, Clodagh, Amy, Maria, Calum, Jodi, Caoimhe & Terence and all the family circle. 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