Darren McAnally, 2 Carniny Road, Ballymena.

McAnally (2 Carniny Road, Ballymena) 24th March 2025 (suddenly but peacefully) Darren RIP, beloved partner of Ann, much loved son of Pat and Diane, and loving brother of Paul, Pat, Sean and Ciaran

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

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing partner, father, mother, brothers (and their partners), nieces, nephews 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 

Kathleen Todd (née Faughey) Randalstown and formerly Shean, Forkhill.

Todd (née Faughey) (Randalstown and formerly Shean, Forkhill) 22nd March 2025 (peacefully at Massereene Manor Nursing Home) Catherine (Kathleen) RIP, beloved wife of Frank, much loved mother of Anthony (Tony) and Sarah and loving sister of Pat, Francis and the late Barney.

Kathleen is reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors are welcome to call and pay their respects on Monday 24th March from 3pm until 6.20pm whereby her remains will then be removed to St. MacNissi’s Church, Randalstown. Requiem Mass on Tuesday 25th March at 10am (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter, brothers, grandchildren, nephews, nieces 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 25631 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Vincent Donnelly, 34 Slaght Road, Ballymena and formerly Rasharkin.

Donnelly (34 Slaght Road, Ballymena and formerly Rasharkin) 21st March 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Vincent RIP, beloved husband of Valerie, much loved father of Karina, Charles, David, Mark and Valerie -Ann and loving brother of Charlie, Danny, Colette, Dermot, Sr. Celine, Desmond and the late Clare, Kevin and Eamon.

Vincent’s wake officially began at his late residence on Saturday 22nd March at 4pm. His remains left from there on Monday 24th March at 10am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Rasharkin, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family time requested each day please between 9pm and 11am

Vincent's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, sons-in-law , daughters-in-law, grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

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

Gus Bowden, 9 Ashbourne Park, Coleraine.

Bowden (9 Ashbourne Park, Coleraine) 20th March 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Athelstan (Gus) beloved husband of Eileen (née McLaughlin) and much loved father of David and Andrew.

“House Private Please”

Gus’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Funeral Service on Sunday 23rd March 2025 at 5pm followed by a private cremation at a later date.

Gus's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter in law Fiona, grandchildren Jamie and Neil and all the family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus.

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

John Joseph (J.J.) Donnelly, 77 Meadowlands, Antrim.

Donnelly (77 Meadowlands, Antrim) 13th March 2025 (suddenly but peacefully) John Joseph (J.J.) RIP, beloved husband of the late Catherine, much loved father of Kieran, Patricia, Maureen, Jacqueline, Brenda, Claire and Sharon, loving brother of the late Pat, Barney and Molly and dear grandfather of the late Ryan.

J.J.’s wake officially began at his late residence on Saturday 15th March at 7pm. His remains left from there on Tuesday 18th March at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Comgall’s Church, Antrim (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in Belmont Cemetery.

Family time requested each day between 9pm and 10am.

J.J's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, daughters, sons in law, daughter in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul

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

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

Daniel Higgins (59 Lisnamanny Road, Martinstown) 4th March 2025

Higgins (59 Lisnamanny Road, Martinstown) 4th March 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Daniel RIP, beloved son of the late Patrick and Isabella and much loved brother of Mary Teresa (Scullion), Seamus, Malachy and the late Patrick Joseph, and Catherine (Sayers).

“House Private Please”

Daniel’s remains were reposing in O’Donnell’s Funeral Home, 41 - 43 Mount Street, Ballymena BT43 6BW, where visitors were welcome to join the family for a prayer service on Thursday 6th March at 7pm. The funeral home remained open thereafter until 9pm to allow family and friends to call and pay their respects. Daniel’s Requiem Mass was celebrated on Friday 7th March in Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel, at 11am, followed by cremation at a later date.

Daniel's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brothers, sister, brothers in law Seamus and Michael, sisters in law Josephine and Anne, nieces, nephews and all the family. 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

Monaghan (née O’Kane) 77 Claggan Road, Cookstown and formerly Portglenone.

Monaghan (née O’Kane) (77 Claggan Road, Cookstown and formerly Portglenone),2nd March 2025 Mary RIP. beloved wife of Patsy, much loved mother of John, Martin, Barry, Catherine and Padraig and loving sister of John, Peter, Karen (McDonnell) and the late Seamus and Damien.

Mary’s remains left her late residence on Thursday 6th March at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Michaels Church, Lissan (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Mary’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, sons, daughter, daughters in law Lisa and Ciara, brothers, sister, brothers and sisters in law, grandchildren: Caolan, Cadhla and Ríona 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

John McGlade, (26 Brackaghreilly Road, Maghera) 2nd March 2025

McGlade, (26 Brackaghreilly Road, Maghera) 2nd March 2025, (peacefully at home) John RIP beloved husband of Grace, much loved father of Anne-Marie (McElvogue), Shaun and Patrick and loving brother of Ellie (Quigg) and the late Mary, Carmel (O’Kane), Sr. Patricia and Patrick.

 “House Strictly Private Please - no Exceptions”

John’s remains left his late residence on Wednesday 5th March at 11.30am for 12noon Requiem Mass (which can be viewed via the church webcam) in St Patrick’s Church Glen, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

John’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter, son in law Mark, daughters in law Ciara and Clara, grandchildren: Caoimhe, Michael, Eireann, Padraig, Laoise, Grainne, Conleth, Aoife, Odhrán, and all the family circle. St Pio pray for him. Family flowers only please.

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

Donagh McCann, 17 Dungonnell Road, Cargan.

McCann 17 Dungonnell Road, Cargan, 28th February 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Donagh RIP, beloved son of Mary T and the late Hugh and much loved brother of Maria and the late Damian.

“House Private Please”

Donagh’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 Monday 3rd March between 6pm and 9pm. His remains left from there on Tuesday 4th March at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) in Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel.

Donagh’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, sister, brother in law Creon, niece Saoirse nephew Jonny 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

McElhone (née O'Neill) 4 Beechland Drive, Clady, Portglenone.

Mc Elhone (née O’Neill) 4 Beechland Drive Clady, Portglenone, 24th February 2025  (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Dolores RIP, beloved wife of Seamus, much loved mother of John, loving mother in law of Leona, precious granny of Éabha and dear sister of Mary Jane, Anthony, Seamus, Dennis, Martin, Rosaleen, Susan, Peggy and the late Charlie, Henry and Eugene. 

Dolores’s wake officially began at her late residence on Wednesday 26th February at 7pm. Her remains left from there on Friday 28th February at 10.40am for 11am Requiem Mass (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady, burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough.

Dolores's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter in law, grandchild, brothers, sisters, brothers and sisters in law and extended 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

Alexandru Ioan Derzsi, 17 Upper Princess Street, Ballymena

Derzsi (17 Upper Princess Street, Ballymena) 13th February 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Alexandru Ioan RIP, beloved husband of Ilona, much loved father of Alexandra, loving brother of Violin, Olimpiu and Daniel and dear son of Maria.

Alexandru’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41 - 43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT 43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Friday 14th February between 7pm and 9pm. Funeral Service in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday 15th February at 11am, followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery Crebilly.

Alexandru’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughter, mother, brothers 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 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Damian Darragh, Georgia, USA and formerly Tyanee, Portglenone.

Darragh (Cumming, Georgia, U.S.A and formerly Tyanee, Portglenone) 27th January 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving wife and family) Damian, Patrick RIP, beloved husband of Gayle, a much loved stepfather and step grandfather and loving brother of Margaret, Geraldine, Anne, Eoin, Christopher, Bernadette, Nuala and the late Marie, Philomena, Angela and Pauline and dear son of the late John and Mary.

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, brothers, sisters, step children and the extended family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Damian’s cremation took place on February 3rd 2025 in the USA. Requiem mass will be celebrated on Saturday 1st March 2025 at 11am in the church of St. Peter and Paul, Dunboyne, Co. Meath (A86YV22) which can be viewed via the following link: https://www.churchservices.tv/dunboyne.

Damian’s family appreciate your support and prayers at this time. If you would like to leave a message of condolence to Damian’s family, you are welcome do so in the comments section below.

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

Brigid McCann (née Downey) (20 Beechland Park, Clady, Portglenone.

McCann (née Downey) (20 Beechland Park, Clady, Portglenone, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Brigid RIP, beloved wife of the late Paddy, much loved mother of Colin, Anne (Cassidy), Fiona (Daly), Siobhan (Molloy), Eamon and Noel and loving sister of Annie (McCrystal), Edward, Eamon, Kathleen (Coyle), Jean (MacOscar), Patrick and the late Peggy (Shaw) and Mary Ann (Fitzsimmons).

Brigid’s wake officially began at her late residence on Thursday 6th February at 12noon. Her remains left from there on Saturday 8th February at 10.40am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), and her burial took place immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough.

NB: Family time requested each day between 10pm and 11am.

Brigid's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers in law, sisters in law, 13 grandchildren, 9 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 

Jim Convery, 2 Garvaghy Crescent, Portglenone and formerly the Largy.

Convery (2 Garvaghy Crescent, Portglenone and formerly the Largy), 1st February 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Jim RIP, beloved husband of Peggy (née McKee) much loved father of Angela, and loving brother of Brian, John and the late Pat and Danny.

NB: “House Strictly Private”

Jim’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner). Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Tuesday 4th February between 3pm and 9pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday 5th February at 11am in St Mary’s Church Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

Jim's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughter, brothers, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces 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

Declan Trainor, 30 Drumsamney Road, Desertmartin.

Trainor (30 Drumsamney Road, Desertmartin), 26th January 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Declan RIP, beloved son of the late Charlie and Bridie, much loved brother of Bridget (Irvine, Brookborough) Gabrielle (Dougan, Newbridge), Claire (O’Donnell, Moneyglass) and Sean.

Declan’s wake officially began at his late residence on Monday 27th January at 5pm. His remains left his late residence on Wednesday 29th January at 2pm for 2.30pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Coolcalm, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Declan's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brother, sisters, brothers in law Bob, Damian and Hugh Roe, nephews, nieces, great nephew and all the family circle. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “The Spred Group, Desertmartin” c/o the family.

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

Johnny O'Neill, Glenone Road, Clady, Portglenone

O’Neill (Glenone Road, Clady, Portglenone) 25th January 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Johnny RIP, beloved husband of Rosemary (née Graffin) much loved father of Philip, Sean, Angela (Richmond), Claire (McTaggart) and Patricia and loving brother of Margarite, Marie, Celine, Patsy, Anne, Brigid, Sinead and the late Br. Columba and Seamus.

NB: “House Strictly Private”

Johnny’s remains left his son Philip’s residence 20 Glenone Road, Clady, on Wednesday 29th January at 10.25am for 11am Requiem Mass in St. Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady, burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough.

Johnny’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, brother, sisters, daughter-in-laws Charlotte and Geraldine, son-in-laws Julian, Kieran and Tony, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. 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

Bernie Larkin, 7 Westbourne Gardens and formerly Glenravel.

Larkin (née O’Hagan) (7 Westbourne Gardens, Ballymena and formerly Glenravel), 24th January 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Bernadette (Bernie) RIP, beloved mother of Anna and Jack, much loved sister of Elaine, Anne, Patricia, Michelle and Marie and loving daughter of the late Neil and Mary.

“House Private Please” as requested by Bernie.

Bernie’s remains left her sister Patricia McQuillan’s residence 23 Tuftarney Road, Glenravel, on Tuesday 28th January at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Bernie's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughter, sisters, in laws, 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

Harry O'Neill, 3 Beechland Gardens, Clady.

O’Neill (3 Beechland Gardens, Clady) 23rd January 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Harry RIP, beloved husband of Mona (McNeilly) much loved father of Nicky, Danell (Hughes) and Shaun, and loving brother of Pat, Anne (Hamill), Francis, Oliver, Monica (O’Neill) and the late Dominic.

NB: Family time will be requested each day please between 10pm – 10am.

Harry’s wake officially began at his late residence on Saturday 25th January at 7pm. His remains left his late residence on Monday 27th January 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. .

Harry's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter, brothers, sisters, son in law Colin, daughters in law Nuala and Fiona, sisters in law Eileen and Mary, Annie, Susan, and Mary, brothers in law Sean, Jim and Kevin,  grandchildren Erin, Aoife, Oisin, and Gracie and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus I place all my trust in Thee.

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

Brian McCallion, 88 Ballymacombs Road, Bellaghy.

McCallion 88 Ballymacombs Road, Bellaghy, 22nd January 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Brian RIP, beloved husband of Margaret (O’Boyle), much loved father of Brian, Joseph and Margaret (Fullerton, Lisnamuck), loving brother of John and the late Willie.

Brian’s wake officially began at his late residence on Thursday 23rd January at 6pm. His remains left his late residence on Saturday 25th January at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

NB: Family time requested each day between 10pm and 10am.

Brian's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter, brother, daughters in law Louise and Katrina, son in law Sean, sisters in law, brothers in law, grandchildren Kevin and Louise Fullerton, and Naoise, Amelia and Deaglán McCallion. 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

Maura O'Brien (née O'Hagan) 32 Fountain Place, Ballymena, (formerly Maghera)

O’Brien (née O’Hagan) 32 Fountain Place, Ballymena (formerly Maghera) 20th January 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Maura RIP, beloved wife of the late Gerry, much loved mother of Patricia (Lindsay), Gerard, Lorraine and Gemma, and loving sister of Louis, Kevin and the late Joey, Colm, and Tony.

NB: Family time requested each day please between 9pm – 10am.

Maura’s remains left her late residence on Thursday 23rd January at 12.20pm for 1pm Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Crebilly, (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube Channel) and her burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Maura's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, brothers, son in law Keith, daughter in law Fiona, grandchildren Nicole, Megan, Ciara, Darragh, Rachael and Madison, and great grandchildren Tiernan and Conan. 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 and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com