Marion Donnelly, 8 Meadowbank, Martinstown.

Donnelly (8 Meadowbank, Martinstown) 20th November 2024 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Marion RIP, beloved mother of Maria, much loved daughter of Clare and the late John Paul and loving sister of Elizabeth, Patrick, Kevin, Brendan, Siobhan, Maeve and Colin

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

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing daughter, mother, brothers, sisters 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 

Anthony Smyth, 77 Dunvale, Ballymena.

Smyth (77 Dunvale, Ballymena) 18th November 2024 (suddenly but peacefully) Anthony RIP , beloved son of John Joe and Christina and much loved brother of Rona, Vincent, Barry and Conor.

Anthony’s wake will officially begin in his late residence on Tuesday 19th November at 6pm. His remains will leave his late residence on Thursday 21st November at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube Channel) burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Deeply regretted by all his sorrowing father, mother, brothers, sister 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 Dinsmore, 68 Brigadie Gardens, Ballymena.

Dinsmore, 68 Brigadie Gardens, Ballymena, 8th November 2024, (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Eamon RIP. beloved husband of Mary, much loved father of Karen and Paddy, loving brother or Kevin and Mary (McAllister), dear granda of Tyrone, Céline, Jack and Erin and great granda of Harry and Leo.

Eamon’s remains left his late residence on Monday 11th November at 11.20am for 12noon Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel), burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

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

Eamon's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, brother, sister, daughter in law Amanda, Karen’s partner Michael, Tyrone’s wife Karáleigh, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Padre Pio pray for him.

Family flowers only please – donations in leu if desired to “Marie Curie Cancer Care” c/o WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, 41 -43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW, Tel 028 2563 1406

Philomena Tohill (née Craig) 19 Beechland Drive, Clady.

Tohill (née Craig) 19 Beechland Drive, Clady, 7th November 2024 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Philomena (Mena) RIP, beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved mother of Sarah (McGrath) Philip, Peter, Paula (Reid) and Harry and loving sister of the late John, Madge, Marie and Frances.

Philomena’s wake officially began at her late residence on Friday 8th November at 7pm. Her remains left her late residence on Sunday 10th November at 12.10pm for 12.30pm 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 daily between 10pm and 11am.

Philomena's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law John and Gerard, daughters in law Eileen, Kathleen and Peter’s partner Liz, brother in law Malachy, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all her family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

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

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

Thomas Smyth McCullough, 6 Ballymacombs Road, Portglenone.

McCullough 6 Ballymacombs Road, Portglenone, 7th November 2024 (peacefully at Ann’s Care Home, Moneymore) Thomas, beloved husband of Bernie and much loved brother of the late Godfrey.

Thomas’s remains were reposing in O’Donnell’s Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner), BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Friday 8th November between 6pm and 8pm. Funeral Service on Saturday 9th November at 11am in Tamlaght O’Crilly Lower, Parish Church, Innisrush, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

 Thomas's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife and all his family and friends who loved him so much.

“ House Strictly Private”

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Dementia NI “  c/o WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, at above address.

“Just a closer walk with thee” 

Marron, 5 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone and formerly Ballymena.

Marron (5 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone and formerly Ballymena) 3rd November (suddenly but peacefully) Declan RIP, beloved husband of Louise, much loved father of Emma and Peter, loving son of Patricia and the late Seamus and dear brother of Catherine and the late baby James.

“House Private Please” family and friends only - NB: Family time requested each day between 8pm and 12noon.

Declan’s remains left his late residence on Thursday 7th November at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) and his burial took place immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

NB: Anyone attending Declan's removal to the Church, please pre-park their cars in the Chapel carpark.

Declan's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, mother, sister, mother in law, father in law, brothers in law, sisters in law, and all his family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

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

Michael Morrissey, Antrim and formerly Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Morrissey (Antrim and formerly Dungarvan, Co. Waterford) 20th October 2024 (suddenly but peacefully) Michael  RIP, beloved husband of the late Cath, much loved father of Vincent and Caroline (McLaughlin) and loving brother of the late Patrick and Margaret.

Michael’s wake officially began at his daughter Caroline’s residence, 122 Meadowlands, Antrim, BT41 4EY, on Tuesday 22nd October at 3pm. His remains left 122 Meadowlands on Thursday 24th October at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Comgall’s Church, Antrim (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel), burial immediately afterwards in Six Mile Cemetery. Family time requested daily please between 10pm and 10am.

Michael's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, daughter, son in law Derek, daughter in law Oonagh, grand children Ciara, Shauna, Brendan, Emer, Niaomh and Eoin, great grandchildren Anna, Conor and  Darragh, niece Kathleen and her husband Martin and all the family circle. St Padre Pio Pray for him

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

Veronica Letters (née Fulton) 66 Firfields, Antrim.

Letters (née Fulton) 66 Firfields, Antrim, 21st October 2024 (peacefully in hospital after a long illness) Veronica RIP, beloved wife of Hugh, much loved mother of John, Margaret and the late Steven, and loving sister of Joan (Lindsay), Sean, Tommy and the late Eamon, Frank and Pat (Burns)

Veronica’s wake officially began at her late residence on Tuesday 22nd October at 5pm. Her remains left her late residence on Thursday 24th October at 12.30pm for 1pm Requiem Mass in St Comgall’s Church, Antrim (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel), burial took place immediately afterwards in Belmont Cemetery. Family time requested daily please between 10pm and 10am.

Veronica's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter, son in law Ciaran, daughter in law Linda, sister, brother in law Adrian, sisters in law Martha, Sue and Harriet, grandchild Shannon and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

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

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Oliver Moran, 68 Beech Drive, Ballymena.

Moran (68 Beech Drive, Ballymena) 14th October 2024 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Oliver RIP, beloved husband of Eilish (née Graffin), much loved father of Liam and Eileen (Kerr), loving grandfather of Nicola (Nick), Laura (Connor) and Catherine (Niall) and doting great-grandfather of Maisie.

Oliver’s wake officially began at his late residence on Monday 14th October at 5pm. His remains left his late residence on Wednesday 16th October at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish you tube channel) burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Oliver's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, son in law Brendan, daughter in law Roberta, grandchildren, great grandchild, brothers in law, sisters in law and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to “Marie Curie Cancer Care” or “The Renal Unit” at Antrim Area Hospital c/o the family.

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

Patricia Hopkins (née Bateson) formerly Cranfield Corner, Randalstown.

Hopkins (née Bateson (formerly Cranfield Corner, Randalstown) 8th October 2024 (peacefully, surrounded by her loving family) Patricia RIP beloved daughter of the late Joe and Annie, much loved sister of Mary (Birt), Bernie (Collins), Gabriel, Margaret (Dornan), Joe and the late John.

Patricia’s remains were reposing in her sister Margaret’s residence 15 The Pines, Old Staffordstown Road, Randalstown, BT41 3QW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Wednesday 9th October between 4pm and 10pm, Thursday 10th October between 10am and 10pm.

Family time requested please between 10pm and 10am.

Her remains left her sister’s residence on Friday 11th October at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Cargin, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Patricia's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Dementia NI” c/o WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW.

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

Vera Corr (née MacRory) 11 Glenarm Court, Ballymena.

Corr (née MacRory (11 Glenarm Court, Ballymena) 2nd October 2024 (peacefully at Kintullagh Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family) Vera RIP, beloved wife of the late Aaron, much loved mother of Rory and the late John, and loving mother in law of Michelle.

Vera’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 Sunday 6th October between 6pm and 8pm. Requiem Mass on Monday 7th October at 10am in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube channel), followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick's Cemetery, Crebilly.

 “House Private Please” 

Vera's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughter in law, grandchildren and all her family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

For further detail enquiries please call: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Anne McMeekin (née McKendry) formerly 141 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena.

McMeekin née McKendry (formerly 141 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena) 1st October 2024, (peacefully at Prospect Private Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family) Anne RIP, beloved wife of the late Ivor and much loved sister of Eileen and the late Seamus, John and Mary.

Anne’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 Thursday 3rd October between 6pm and 9pm, Friday 4th October between 4.30pm and 5.30pm, whereby her remains were removed to All Saints Church, Ballymena. Requiem Mass on Saturday 5th October at 10am (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube channel), followed by burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Anne’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sister, nieces, nephews and all her family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “The Residents Comfort Fund” Cheques payable to “Prospect Private Nursing Home”, 3 Old Galgorm Road, Ballymena, BT42 1AL.

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

Mary McFaul (née Henry) 18 Beechland Park, Clady.

McFaul (née Henry) 18 Beechland Park, Clady, 26th September 2024 (peacefully at hospital) Mary RIP, beloved wife of Eugene, much loved mother of Eugenia, loving grandmother of Laura and Clare and dear daughter of the late Joe and Katie.

“House Private Please” - close family and friends only.

Family time requested daily between 9pm and 10am.

Mary’s remains left her late residence on Sunday 29th September at 10.40am for 11am Funeral 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.

Mary’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, daughter, grandchildren, and all her family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady of Knock pray for her.

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

Edward (Ted) O'Neill, 9 Marian Hill, Moneyglass & formerly Garden Street, Magherafelt.

O’Neill, 9 Marian Hill, Moneyglass & formerly Garden Street, Magherafelt, 17th September 2024 (peacefully at Glenkeen Nursing Home) Edward (Ted) RIP, beloved husband of Bernie (née Barry) and much loved father of Cormac and Moira.

 Ted’s wake officially began at his late residence 9 Marian Hill, Moneyglass, on Wednesday 18th September at 4pm. His remains left his late residence on Friday 20th September at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

 Ted’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, daughter in law Carolyn, grandchildren, brothers, sister and all the family circle. Sacred of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

 Detail inquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Zbigniew Krawczyk, 45 Phoenix Fields, Ballymena.

Krawczyk (45 Phoenix Fields, Ballymena) 16th September 2024 (peacefully at hospital) Zbigniew RIP, beloved father of Kacper, Mateusz and Kamila and a very much loved grandfather.

Zbigniew’s remains were reposing in O’Donnell’s Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Funeral service on Friday 20th September at 6pm (which will also be broadcast live via “WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors” Facebook page) followed by cremation at a later date.

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughter, grandchildren and all his family and friends who loved him so much.

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail inquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

James (Jim) Dougan, Ballymena and formerly Ahoghill.

Dougan (52b Princess Street, Ballymena and formerly The Croft, Ahoghill) 13th September 2024 (peacefully at hospital after a short illness) James (Jim) RIP, beloved son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth and much loved brother of Margaret (McGhee), Noel and the late Pauline, Pety, Willie, Mary (Richardson), Anne (Campbell), and Kathleen.

Jim’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 Sunday 15th September between 6pm and 8pm. Removal of remains on Monday 16th September at 11.30am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Jim’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brother, sister, brothers in law Joe and Bobby, sisters in law Una and Patricia, nephews, nieces and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail inquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

James Gilmore, 17 Springfield Park, Bellaghy, (formerly Staffordstown)

Gilmore, 17 Springfield Park, Bellaghy, (formerly Staffordstown), 8th September 2024 (peacefully at hospital) James RIP, beloved husband of May, much loved father of Terence and Gareth and loving brother of the late  Hughie, Patrick, Harry, Kathleen (McTeague), Charlotte, Jean (Gilmore), Peggy, Sally, Maisie and Brigid (McGuckin).

James’s wake officially began at his late residence on Monday 9th September at 2pm. His remains left his late residence on Wednesday 11th September at 11am for 11.30am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family time requested please between 10pm and 11am.

James’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter in law Bronagh, sister in law Elizabeth, grandchildren Patrick (Sorcha), Peter and Katie, nephews, nieces, and all the family circle. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail inquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Terence Flanagan, 35 Glenview, Maghera.

Flanagan (35 Glenview, Maghera) 26th August 2024, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Terence RIP, beloved husband of Ann (née Heaney), much loved father of Karen Ann (Charrington) and Bernard, loving brother of Theodore and the late Brian, Caroline, and Leone and doting grandfather of Illiana.

“House Private Please” family only.

Terence’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner) BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Tuesday 27th and Wednesday 28th August between 7pm and 10pm. His remains left the funeral home on Thursday 29th August at 10.00am for 10.30am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Lavey, (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Terence’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, son in law Scott, brother, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchild and all the family circle. St Pio Pray for him.

Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to “Kilrea Health Centre” c/o the family.

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

James (Joey) Mc Atamney, 12A Hilton Court, Portglenone.

McAtamney (12A Hilton Court, Portglenone) 12th August 2024 (peacefully at Marina Care Home) Jamesy (Joey) R.I.P. beloved husband of the late Deirdre, much loved father of Siobhan (Bradley), Gar, Jackie (McGuigan), Orla (Buck) and Siobhan (McAfee) and loving brother of, Mairead (Magill), Sheena (McElroy) and the late John, Aenas, Frances (McCann), Vincent, Anthony and Teresa (Grant) and father in law of Cathal, Noel, Aidan and the late Dave.

Jamesy’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner), Portglenone, BT43 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call to pay their respects on Wednesday 14th August 6pm -9pm and Thursday 15th August 6pm -9pm. His remains left the Funeral Home on Friday 16th August at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

Jamesy’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, daughters, sons-in-law sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, Gar’s partner Margaret, grandchildren, great grandchild and all the family circle.

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail enquiries to WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, Tel: 028 2582 2242 or visit: nifunerals.com.

Mary Marron, 9 Clady Court, Clady.

Marron (9 Clady Court, Clady) 8th August 2024 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Mary RIP, beloved mother of Sean, Paul, Roseanna and Liam, much loved daughter of Francis and the late Rose and loving sister of Thomas, Mabel, Helena, Joe, Francis, Paul, Noel, Leo, Roisin, Laura, and Claire.

Mary’s wake officially began at her late residence on Thursday 8th August at 8pm.

 Her remains left her late residence on Sunday 11th August 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. 

Mary's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughter, father, brothers, sisters, grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

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

 Detail inquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com