Mc Auley (28 Dunvale, Ballymena)

Mc Auley (28 Dunvale, Ballymena and formerly Tully Crescent, Cushendall) 10th April 2020 (peacefully at hospital) James (Kenneth) RIP, beloved husband of Geraldine, much loved father of Rose and Michael, loving son of Sarah and the late John, brother of Irene, Oliver, Sean, Dominic, Helena, Gerard, Kathleen, Joseph, Ignatius, Brian, Paula, Breige, Jacqueline, Dan, the late Maria and (Martin and Margaret who died in infancy) and dear grandfather of Rebecca. In keeping with current COVID-19 Government and Diocesan guidelines, Kenneth’s home and funeral will be strictly private. Kenneth’s Requiem Mass was celebrated (privately) on Monday 13th April at 10am in All Saint’s Church Ballymena, whereby everyone was most welcome to join the live, online broadcast, on the All Saints Parish Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ballymenacatholic/). Kenneth’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, mother, brothers, sisters, grand daughter and all the family circle. On His soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to “Friends of the Cancer Centre” c/o the family, or online by visiting: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/kenneth-mcauley

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

Carey (126 Largy Road, Portglenone)

Carey (126 Largy Road, Portglenone) 7th April 2020 (peacefully) Richard (Dick) RIP, beloved husband of Angela, much loved father of Cyril, Nuala (Mc Auley), Hilary (Baker), Paul and Michael and loving brother of Paddy, John, Malachy, Gregory, Betty (Murray), and the late Eileen (Mc Auley) and Sr. Olive (Margaret). In keeping with current COVID-19 Government and Diocesan guidelines Dick’s home and funeral was strictly private. His Requiem Mass was celebrated (privately) at 7pm in St Mary’s Church Portglenone, on Wednesday 8th April, whereby everyone was most welcome to join the live, online broadcast, by logging onto the Portglenone Parish Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/PortglenoneParish Dick’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, brothers, sister, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren and all his family circle who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus Have Mercy on his soul. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

NB : Dick Carey’s “Funeral Cortège Route”.

Dick’s funeral cortège left from his late residence 126 Largy Road, Portglenone on Thursday 9th April at 10.40am on route to Aughnahoy Cemetery via The Largy Road, allowing friends and neighbours the opportunity to line the route and pay their respects.

Mc Curdy (Ballymena and Portglenone)

Mc Curdy ( Ballymena and Portglenone) 3rd April 2020 (peacefully at NI Hospice) Charlie RIP, beloved daughter of Paul, loving step daughter of Deirdre, much loved sister of Ellie, and dear granddaughter of Billy and Sheena. In keeping with current COVID-19 Government and Diocesan guidelines, Charlie’s home and funeral was strictly private. Charlie’s Requiem Mass was celebrated on Monday 6th April at 9am in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church Clady, whereby everyone was most welcome to join the live, online broadcast, on the Greenlough Parish webcam ( https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-oliver-plunketts). Charlie’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Detail enquires to WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Downey (nee Lynn) 15 Deramore Gardens, Ballymena

Downey (nee Lynn)  (15 Deramore Gardens, Ballymena and formerly Ahoghill) 3rd April 2020 (peacefully at home) Mary RIP, beloved wife of the late  Robert (Bobby) and much loved mother of Patricia (Moore), Eugene, Bernie (Hickson), Seamus, Fionuala (Erwin), Pauline (O'Connor), Carmel (Mc Erlane) and the late Maureen (Young). In keeping with current COVID-19 Government and Diocesan guidelines, Mary’s house and funeral was strictly private. Her Requiem Mass was celebrated (privately) on Saturday 4th April at 10am in All Saint’s Church Ballymena, whereby everyone was most welcome to join the live, online broadcast, on the All Saints Parish Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ballymenacatholic/). Mary’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, daughters in law, sons in law, brother Harry, sisters in law Margaret, Mary, Rosetta and Jean, 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 “Support Care Recruitment”  c/o the family. Detail enquires to: WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, Tel:028 2563 1406 or visit :nifunerals.com

Mc Keever ( 91 Largy Road, Portglenone)

Mc Keever (91 Largy Road, Portglenone) 30th March 2020 (peacefully in Hospital) Joseph RIP, beloved husband of Carmel, much-loved father of James, John and the late Thomas and loving brother of Sr Clare and the late Michael, Eddie, John, Thomas Anthony, Alice, Sr Annie, Kathleen (O’Boyle), Margaret (Mc Keefry), Mary Jane (Mc Donnell) and Rose (Scullion). In keeping with current COVID-19 Government and Diocesan guidelines, Joseph’s house and funeral was strictly private.  His Requiem Mass was celebrated (privately) on Wednesday 1st April at 9.30am in St Mary’s Church Portglenone, whereby everyone was most welcome to join the live, online broadcast, on the Portglenone Parish Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/PortglenoneParish). Joseph’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter in law Eileen, grandchildren Jane, Joseph, Aisling, Seamus and Fionnuala, and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Mr Inayat Shah (64 Galgorm Road, Ballymena)

Shah (The Travellers Rest, 64 Galgorm Road, Ballymena) 21st March 2020 (suddenly) Inayat, beloved husband of Nisar Begum and much loved father of Suliman, Farooq, Zahir, Shabina and Zaibuin. “House and funeral strictly private due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic”. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren and all the family circle. “Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Allah we shall return” Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit nifunerals.com

Higgins (40 Warden Street, Ballymena and formerly Lisnahunshin Road, Rasharkin)

Higgins (40 Warden Street, Ballymena and formerly Lisnahunshin Road, Rasharkin) 2nd March 2020, peacefully at home John RIP, beloved husband of Denise, much loved father of Colum, Brian and Stephen and loving brother of Brian, Sheena (McMullan), Jimmy, Harry, Dan and Maureen (Kearney). His remains left his late residence on Wednesday 4th March at 12.40pm for 1pm Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena and his burial took place immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly. John’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter in law Paula, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Erin, Ryan, Rosie, Sarah-Louise, Harry and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Wilson House” c/o the family. Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406  or visit: nifunerals.com   NB: Family time requested please between 10pm and 10am.  John’s wake commenced on Monday at 7pm at his late residence, whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Birt ( 10 Bogashen Road, Portglenone )

Birt (10 Bogashen Road, Portglenone) 24th February 2020 (peacefully at home) Michael Eamon (Mickey) RIP, beloved husband of Margaret, much loved father of Terence, Claire (Toner) and Ciaran, and loving brother of Noleen, Joey, Sarah, Francie, Arthur and Dolores. His remains left his late residence on Wednesday 26th February at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady and his burial took place immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough. Mickey’s passing was deeply regretted  by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter, daughters in law Paula and Catherine, son in law Liam, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Shea, Cadhla, Aoife and Cara and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406  or visit: nifunerals.com

NB: Mickey’s wake commenced on Monday evening at 7pm at his late residence, whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Quinn (nee Birt) (1 Churchfield Close, Portglenone, BT44 8BG)

Quinn (nee Birt) (1 Churchfield Close, Portglenone, BT44 8BG)  13th February 2020 (peacefully at hospital) Theresa RIP, beloved wife of the late Brian, much loved mother of Bernard, Kevin, Damian, Siobhan (O’Kane), Pauline (Mc Manus), Carmel, and loving sister of the late Barney, Annie (Kealey) and Eddie. Her remains left her late residence on Sunday 16th February at 10.20am for 11am Mass in St Mary’s Church Portglenone and her burial took place immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy cemetery. Theresa's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law Roddy and Peter, daughters in law Ursula and Claire, sisters in law, brother in law, grandchildren Conor, Brian, Anna, Clara, Therese and Niall and all the family circle. Our Lady of Knock pray for her. Family time requested please between 10pm and 10am. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

NB: Theresa’s wake began on Friday February 14th at 10am in her late residence.

Esler (7 Carnvale, Ballymena)

Esler (7 Carnvale, Ballymena) 12th February 2020 (peacefully at Massereene Care Home, Antrim) Terence RIP, beloved husband of the late Olive, much loved father of Louise, Gerard, Terence, Noreen, Sharon, Barbara and Philip, and loving brother of Roisin, Dennis, Gerry, and the late Brendan, Sean, Paddy, Tommy, Vincey, Kieran and Mary. Terence’s remains were reposing at his daughter Noreen's residence 9A Galgorm Lodge, Ballymena BT42 1GL from where they were removed on Friday 14th February at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saint's Church Ballymena and his burial took place immediately afterwards in St Patrick's Cemetery Crebilly. Terence’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, in laws, grandchildren, great grandchild and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for him. “Family time requested please between 10pm and 10am”. Detail enquires to WJ O'Donnell & Sons, Funeral Directors, Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

NB: Terence’s wake commenced on Wednesday evening at 8pm in his daughter Noreen’s residence, whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Mc Ilvenna (née O'Neill) (20 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone).

Mc Ilvenna (née O'Neill) (20 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone) 11th February  2020 (peacefully at home) Sarah RIP, beloved wife of the late Felix, much loved mother of Moya, Claire, Terence, Dermot, Jerome, Bronagh, Brenda and the late Paul and loving sister of the late Cassie, Agnes, Michael and Danny. Her remains left her late residence on Friday 14th February at 1.20pm for 2pm Requiem Mass in St Mary's Church Portglenone and her burial took place immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery. Sarah's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, sister in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and all the family circle. On her soul sweet Jesus have mercy.  Detail enquires to WJ O'Donnell & Sons, Funeral Directors, Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

NB Sarah's wake began at her late residence on Thursday 13th February at 10am whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Mc Keever (91 Largy Road, Portglenone)

Mc Keever (91 Largy Road, Portglenone) 2nd February 2020 (peacefully at The City Hospital after a short illness) Thomas RIP, beloved son of Joseph and Carmel and much-loved brother of James and John. His remains left his late residence on Wednesday 5th February at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Portglenone and his burial took place immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery. Thomas’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, brothers, sister in law Eileen, nephews and nieces Jane, Joseph, Aisling, Seamus and Fionnuala and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Macmillan Cancer Support” c/o the family or via the Donate Button attached to Thomas’s obituary on our Facebook page. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

NB: Thomas’s wake officially began at 6.30pm on Monday at his late residence, whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Quinn (Formerly Main Street, Coalisland)

Quinn (formerly of Main Street, Coalisland) 19th January 2020 (peacefully at Nevel Hospital, Abergavenny, Wales) Finbarr RIP, beloved husband of Dena, much loved father of Katie and loving brother of Sean, Roisin, Brenda, Turlough and the late Jim, Desmond and Margaret. “Funeral Arrangements Later”. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Detail enquires to WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Magill (48A Starbog Road, and formerly Kent Avenue, Larne)

Magill (48A Starbog Road, and formerly, Kent Avenue, Larne) 20th January 2020 (peacefully at hospital) Annie RIP, beloved daughter of the late Robert and Ellen, much loved sister of the late Mary, Kathleen and John and loving sister in law of Mary. Her remains left her late residence on Wednesday at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in the Church of The Holy Family, Ballygowan, Larne and her burial took place immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Feystown. Annie's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sister in law and immediate family: Anne Marie, Kieran and Conor (McFaul), Robert, Martin , Shaun, Fiona and Bronya (Magill), and the extended family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. “House Private Please”. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “NI Chest Heart and Stroke” c/o the family. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Kearney (née McFall) (91 Townhill Road, Portglenone)

Kearney (née McFall) (91 Townhill Road, Portglenone), 16th January 2020 (peacefully at hospital) Mary T. RIP, beloved wife of the late Seamus, much loved mother of Paul, Sean and James and loving sister of Josephine, Rhoda and John. Her remains left her late residence on Saturday 18th January at 1pm for 1.30pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Portglenone and her burial took place immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy cemetery. Mary T's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters in law Marie, Lee and Gabriella, brother, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Ethan, Ella and Nyah and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. “House Private Please”. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Redmond ( Portglenone, and formerly Randalstown)

Redmond (Portglenone and formerly Randalstown) 9th January 2020 (peacefully at Ard-na Grainde Residential Home) Oliver RIP, beloved husband of the late Jean and much loved brother of Christine (McEldowney), Vincent and the late Martha (Lavery), Patsy, Sammy, Mary (Watt), Bernadette (Orr) and Sean. Oliver’s remains were removed from his late residence 6 Chesney Crescent on Saturday 11th January at 5pm to St Mary’s Church Portglenone. Funeral Mass on Sunday 12th January at 11am and his burial took place immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery. Oliver’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sister, brother, brother in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

NB: Oliver’s wake officially began on Friday 10th January at 12 noon in his late residence, whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Doran, William Anthony (Tony) OBE, (Newforge Lane, Belfast)

Doran, William Anthony (Tony) OBE, (Newforge Lane, Belfast) 2 January 2020 (peacefully at RVH), beloved husband of Sylvia, much loved father of Caroline and Stephen and loving brother of Dennis, Patrick, Philip, Michael and Eugene. Tony's remains arrived at St. Brigid's Church, Belfast, BT9 6FP on Sunday 5 January at 5.45pm for 6pm Reception. Requiem Mass on Monday 6 January at 11am followed by burial immediately afterwards in St. Macnissi's Cemetery, Randalstown. Tony will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife, son, daughter, brothers, grandchildren Benjie, Rory and Amelia and all the family circle. No flowers please, donations in lieu if desired to "Macmillan Cancer Support" c/o the family. House private. Detail enquires to: WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Mc Kenna (7 Tamneymullan Lane, Maghera)

Mc Kenna (7 Tamneymullan Lane, Maghera) 1st January 2020 (Suddenly, as a result of an accident) Michael Óg  RIP, beloved son of Angela and Josie and the late Michael Mc Kenna and much loved brother of Dominic. His remains left his late residence on Saturday 4th January at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Glen and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Michael Óg's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, father, brother, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Leukaemia Research” c/o the family. Family time requested please between 10pm and 10am. “A precious life ended too soon”. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

NB: Michael Óg’s wake officially began on Friday morning at 10am in his late residence, whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Mawhinney (22 Newferry Road, Bellaghy)

Mawhinney (22 Newferry Road, Bellaghy) 27th December 2019 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Bernard Joseph (Barney) RIP, beloved husband of Mary, much loved father of Kevin, Brenda (Donnelly), Michelle (Mc Laverty), Brian, Declan, Jacinta (Mc Ferran) and Martha (Kane) and loving brother of Pat, Bertie, Margaret (Mc Glade), Marie (O’Kane), Mary Anne (Mc Guckian), Louis, Martin, Josephine (Brennan) and the late Junior and Tom.  His remains left his late residence on Monday 30th December at 9.15am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Bellaghy and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Barney’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406.

NB: Barney’s wake officially began on Saturday 28th December at 12 noon in his late residence whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.

Lynn (née Mc Rory) Clady and formerly Lisnamuck.

Lynn (née Mc Rory) 205 Mayogall Road, Clady, and formerly Lisnamuck) 22nd December 2019 (peacefully at hospital) Maureen RIP, beloved wife of the late Colm, much loved mother of Henry, Colm, Martina, Dominic, Denise and the late Jean and loving sister of Seamus, Eugene, Lilian (Bradley) and the late Colm. Her remains left her late residence on Thursday at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church Clady and her burial took place immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery Greenlough. Maureen’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers, sister, grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Family time requested please between 9pm Tuesday 24th – 9am Thursday 26th December. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

NB: Maureen’s wake officially commenced on Monday evening at 7pm at her late residence, whereby everyone was most welcome to call and pay their respects.