Richard Dougan, 16 Beechwood Avenue, Ahoghill.

Dougan (16 Beechwood Avenue, Ahoghill) 21st September 2022 (Suddenly) Richard RIP, beloved son of Noel and Una and loving brother of Claire.

Richard’s remains left his late residence on Saturday 24th September at 2.25pm for 3pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Richard’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, sister and all his extended family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

 “House Strictly Private”

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

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

John Sisk, 6 Magherabeg Road, Randalstown.

Sisk (6 Magerhabeg Road, Randalstown) 17th September 2022 (Suddenly) John RIP, beloved husband of Anne (Campbell), loving father of Marysia (Graffin), Martin and Cecilia (Robinson) and dear brother of the late Seamus and Paul.

John’s remains left his late residence on Wednesday 21st September at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in St MacNissi’s Church, Randalstown (which can be viewed via the church webcam), burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

John’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughters, sons in law Michael and Mark, daughter in law Jenny, grandchildren Ruairi, Bronagh, Oran, Shauna, Ciara, Oisin and Cahir and all his extended 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 “Lough Neagh Rescue” c/o the family.

NB: John’s wake officially commenced at his late residence on Monday 19th September at 12noon

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

Annie Reid (née Dowd), 24 Beechland Gardens, Clady.

Reid (née Dowd) (24 Beechland Gardens, Clady) 14th September 2022 (peacefully at home ) Annie RIP, beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved mother of Frank, Gerard, Ann (Mc Aleese), Martin and the late Joe and dear sister of the late Rosie (Fitzsimmons), Sally ( Craig), and Lizzie (Cameron).

Annie’s remains left her late residence on Friday 16th September at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady, (which can be viewed via the church webcam) burial took place immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough.

Annie’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughter, son in law Kevin, daughter in law Bernie, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

 Family time requested please between 10pm – 10am

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

NB: Annie’s wake officially commenced in her late residence on Wednesday 14th September at 7pm.

James (Jimmy) Gray, 2 Chesney Crescent, Portglenone.

Gray (2 Chesney Crescent, Portglenone) 13th September 2022, (peacefully at home)  James (Jimmy) RIP beloved husband of Yvonne, much loved father of John, Christopher, Helen, and Stephen and dear brother of John, Louisa and the late Jane, Anne and Eileen.

Jimmy’s remains left his late residence on Thursday 15th September 2022 at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

Jimmy’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter, daughter in law Bridget, brother, sister, grandchildren: Clare, Eunan, Tyler, John, Sarah, Cathal and Ciaran, nephew Gerry and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

“House Strictly Private Please”

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

Cecil Webb, Athlone and formerly Portglenone.

Webb (Athlone and formerly Portglenone) 7th September 2022 (peacefully) Cecil RIP, beloved son of the late Cecil and Lily Webb, Ballymena Road, Portglenone.                       

Cecil’s Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday 10th September at 12noon in Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Coosan, Athlone, followed by burial immediately afterwards.

Cecil’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brothers, sisters and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus Have Mercy

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

Frank Mc Grogan, 2 Hamilstown Lane, Portglenone.

Mc Grogan (2 Hamilstown Lane, Portglenone) 4th September 2022 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Frank RIP, beloved husband of Marian, much loved father of Mary, Siobhan and Francis, and loving brother of Gerard, Michael, Philomena and the late Rachel.

His remains left his late residence on Wednesday 7th September at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Portglenone, and his burial took place immediately afterwards in Aghnahoy Cemetery.

Frank’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughters, brothers, sister, Francis’s partner Michelle, Siobhan’s partner John, grandchildren Nicole, Chloe, Jake, Clodagh and Conor and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “ Northern Trust  Pulmonary Fibrosis  Support Group” c/o the family.

 NB: Frank’s wake officially began in his late residence on Monday 5th August at 10am.

Family time requested please between 10pm – 10am

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

John Corr, 34 Dunclug Park, Ballymena.

Corr 34 Dunclug Park, Ballymena, 28th August 2022 (suddenly) John RIP, beloved son of Vera and the late Aaron, much loved brother of Rory and loving brother in law of Michelle.

John’s remains were reposing in O’Donnell’s Funeral Home, 41 – 43 Mount Street, Ballymena. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Wednesday 31st August between 6pm -8pm.

Requiem Mass was on Thursday 1st September in All Saints Church Ballymena at 10am followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery Crebilly.

Funeral Cortege & Requiem Mass For John can viewed on our YouTube Link Below:

https://youtu.be/y_9AUTFiHAA

John’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, brother, sister-in-law, nephews Rory and Oisín and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

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

McCloskey, (nee Rankin, 15 Beechland Park Clady.

McCloskey (nee Rankin ) (15 Beechland Park, Clady) ( peacefully at home surrounded by the loving care of her family) Kathleen RIP, beloved wife of the late Thomas Edward, precious and much loved mother of Bernadette (Gribben), Tom, Joe, Mary (Kearns), Ann, Chris, Brigid (Laverty) and the late Barry and Ted.

Kathleen’s remains left her late residence on Tuesday 30th August 2022 at 10.40am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady, and her burial took place immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery Greenlough.

Funeral Cortege & Requiem Mass For Kathleen can viewed on our YouTube Link Below:

https://youtu.be/yEmyEuYtWjA

Kathleen's passing was deeply regretted by her loving sons, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great granddaughter, her sons in law Terence and Malachy and the late Paddy, daughters in law Bridie, Andrena, Mary and the late Stella, the wider family circle at home and abroad in Toronto Canada, Melbourne Australia, Rhode Island and Philadelphia USA, Hove and London England.

Our Lady of Knock, Queen of Ireland Pray for Kathleen.

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

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

Bernard Henry, 12 Cloughogue Road, Toomebridge

Henry (12 Cloughogue Road, Toomebridge) 23rd August 2022 (peacefully at hospital) Bernard RIP beloved husband of Sheila, much loved father of Christopher and loving brother of Mary (Magowan), Sarah (Wallace), Martin and the late Ann (Magill) and Jimmy. 

Bernard’s remains left his late residence on Friday 26th August at 11.25am for 12noon Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Funeral Cortege & Requiem Mass For Bernard can viewed on our YouTube Link Below:

https://youtu.be/eG75UEYkaS4

Bernard’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, brother, sisters, daughter in law Anna, grandchildren Seamus, Orlaith, Henry and Bea, brothers in law James and Stephen, sisters in law Bernie and Helen, nieces, nephews and all the family circle.

On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

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

 NB: Bernard’s wake officially began at his late residence on Wednesday 24th August at 3pm.

Bridget Craig (née Mc Keever), 14 Mc Corley Road, Toomebridge.

Craig (née Mc Keever) (14 Mc Corley Road, Toomebridge) (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Bridget RIP, beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved mother of Brendan, Elizabeth, Paul, Josie, Raymond, Una, Martin John, Margaret Anne, Bridget, Patrick, Lisa, and the late Bernadette and Mary and loving sister of Kevin, Francis, Elizabeth, Tilly, Margaret, Geraldine, Mary and Annie.

Bridget’s remains left her late residence on Tuesday 23rd August at 10.25am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Toome, burial took place immediately afterwards in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Moneyglass.

Funeral Cortege & Requiem Mass For Bridget can viewed on our YouTube Link Below:

https://youtu.be/AglvWlxWuKI

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

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

Isobel Carey (née Martin) ( 51 Tullykittagh Road, Cloughmills)

Carey (née Martin) ( 51 Tullykittagh Road, Cloughmills) , 16th August 2022  (peacefully) Isobel RIP, beloved wife of Seamus, much loved mother of Colette, Vincent, Seamus, Martin, Rosemarie and Frances and dear sister of Margaret, Gertie, Geraldine, Bernadette, David, and the late Rosemarie, Anna and Joseph.

Her remains left her late residence on Saturday 20th August at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in Church of the Sacred Heart, Cloughmills, (which can be viewed via the parish Facebook Page), burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

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

 “House Strictly Private”

 Family flowers only please, donations  in lieu if desired to “Alzheimer’s Society” c/o the family.

For further detail enquiries please call: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406

Margaret Lynch, London and formerly Rosslea.

Lynch (London and formerly Dernawilt East, Rosslea) 13th August 2022 (peacefully at Guy’s Hospital, London) Margaret RIP, beloved daughter of the late Maurice and Margaret and much loved sister of Gerry (Greenlough, Co Derry) and Gabrielle (Maguire, Armagh) and the late Peter and Maurice.

Margaret’s Requiem Mass was celebrated on Thursday 25th August at 12noon in St Tierney’s Church, Rosslea, burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Funeral Cortege & Requiem Mass For Margaret can viewed on our YouTube Link Below:

https://youtu.be/S5gIydYwd1s

Margaret’s passing was deeply regretted by all her sorrowing 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 “Maire Curie Cancer Care”

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

Damian Marron, 17 Beatrice Villas, Bellaghy.

Marron  (17 Beatrice Villas, Bellaghy) 14th August 2022 (Suddenly) Damian RIP, beloved partner of Natasha, loving father of Jessica, Damian, Sophia, Conleth, Skyla and Piper, much loved son of Fiona, dear brother of Sharon, Eugene and Colleen and beloved grandson of Bernie and Margaret.

Damian’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Rd, Clady (Corner). Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Tuesday 16th August between 3pm and 8pm. His remains left his late residence 17 Beatrice Villas, Bellaghy on Wednesday 17th August at 9.40am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Bellaghy (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Funeral Cortege & Requiem Mass For Damian can viewed on our YouTube Link Below:

Funeral Cortege: https://youtu.be/ulGrCLpSt28

Requiem Mass: https://youtu.be/WFIe_a2xuGM

Damian’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing family, friends and neighbours who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

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

Annie Mary Kearney, 180 Moyagall Road, Portglenone

Kearney (180 Moyagall Road, Portglenone) 11th August 2022 (peacefully at home) Annie Mary RIP beloved daughter of late Patrick Joseph and Jennie and much loved sister of Kathleen (Mc Cabe), John, Tony and the late James Joseph, Patrick, Susan (Shivers), Brigid (Downey) and dear sister in law of Margaret.

Annie Mary’s remains left her late residence on Sunday 14th August at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial took place immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Greenlough.

Annie Mary’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing brothers, sister, sister in law, nephews, nieces and all the family circle. St Anne Pray for her.

NB: Annie Mary’s wake officially begun at her late residence on Friday 12th August at 6pm.

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

Fr. Martin Dowley O.C.S.O. (Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone)

Dowley (Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone) 10th August 2022, (peacefully) Fr. Martin Philip O.C.S.O. RIP. Deeply regretted by his Cistercian Brothers and his relatives.

Fr Martin’s remains were reposing in Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey, Chapel for the duration of his wake. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Friday 12th August between 10am and 9pm and on Saturday 13th August from 9am until 12noon at which point his Requiem Mass was then celebrated followed by burial immediately afterwards in the community cemetery. Our Lady of Bethlehem pray for him.

Fr Martin’s Requiem Mass was broadcast live via “WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors” Facebook Page” from 11.45am on Saturday 13th August.

For those in attendance, light refreshments were served at the Monastery Guest House, immediately after the burial on Saturday 13th August.

NB: At the request of Abbot Dom Celsus Kelly and in the interest of public safety, would everyone in attendance please follow the directions of the stewards on duty.

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

Bella Ward (née O'Kane, formerly Swatragh) 119 Broughshane Street, Ballymena.

Ward (née O’Kane, formerly Swatragh)  (119 Broughshane Street, Ballymena) (peacefully at hospital) Isobella (Bella) RIP, beloved wife of the late Barney, much loved mother of Anne, Danny, Brian, Sarah, Tom, Martin, Christopher, Adrian, Marion, Brenda, Damian and the late Neil and dear sister of Susan (Mc Nicholl) Peggy (McErlean) and the late Alice, Mary, Pat, Archie, Danny and James.

Bella's remains left her late residence on Tuesday 9th August at 9.40am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be joined via the parish Facebook Page " Kirkinriola Parish Ballymena") burial took place immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road Cemetery.

Bella’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, sisters, brother in law, sisters in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle.

Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

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

NB: Bella’s wake officially began on Sunday 7th August at 2pm.

Pat Mc Kee, 32 Grange Road, Toomebridge.

Mc Kee (32 Grange Road, Toomebridge,) 27th July 2022 (peacefully at hospital) Patrick J. (Pat) RIP, beloved husband of Margaret, much loved father of James, Paul, Brendan, Joe, Marie (Mc Lornan), Patricia, Catherine (Shields), and loving brother of Stephen, Bernie (Byrne), Josephine (Conlon), Eileen (Quinn), Desmond, Margaret (Neeson) and the late Mary (Mc Fall), James, Teresa (Ervine), Roisin (Kelly) and Briege (Walls).

Pat’s remains left his late residence: 32 Grange Road, Toomebridge, BT41 3QE, on Friday 29th July at 11.10am for 12noon Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Pat’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers in law, sisters in law, 14 grandchildren and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

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

NB: Family time requested please between 11pm – 11am.

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

NB: Pat’s wake officially began at his late residence on Wednesday 27th July at 9pm

Ciarán Mc Ilwaine, 84 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena.

Mc Ilwaine (84 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena) 25th July 2022 (Suddenly) Ciarán RIP, beloved son of Patrick and Una, much loved father of Connláith, Brayden and Grace, and loving brother of Kelley, Tara and Emmet.

Ciarán’s remains left his late residence on Thursday 28th July at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish Facebook Page “Ballymena Kirkinriola Parish” and his burial took place immediately afterwards in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

Ciarán’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, sons, daughter, brother, sisters and all wider family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

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

John J. Mulholland (San Francisco and formerly Newbridge)

Mulholland (San Francisco and formerly Newbridge) John RIP, beloved father of Brendan and Christopher, loving brother of Maura (Doherty), Roisin (Hutchinson), Sheila (Murphy), Charlie, Pat, Oliver and the late Angela and dear son of the late Henry James and Mary.

John’s Requiem Mass was celebrated on Thursday 21st July at 11am in St Trea’s Church Newbridge, and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

John’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters in law, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, 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 or visit :nifunerals.com.

Anna Mc Cormick (née Mc Gurk) 62 Dunvale, Ballymena.

Mc Cormick (née Mc Gurk) (62 Dunvale, Ballymena) 17th July 2022 (peacefully at home) Anna RIP, beloved wife of the late James, much loved mother of Brenda, Mitch and Paul (Poker) and loving sister of Beatrice and the late Francie.

Anna’s remains left her late residence on Tuesday 19th July at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish facebook page “Ballymena Kirkinriola Parish”) and her burial took place immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road Cemetery.

Anna’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, sister, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

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

NB: Anna’s wake officially commenced in her late residence at 11am on Monday 18th July 2022.