Catherine (Cath) Morrissey (née Doherty), Antrim.

Morrissey (née Doherty), (Antrim) 7th August 2024 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Catherine (Cath) RIP, beloved wife of Michael and much loved mother of Vincent and Caroline (McLaughlin).

Catherine’s wake officially began at her daughter Caroline’s residence, 122 Meadowlands, Antrim, BT41 4EY, on Thursday 8th August at 6pm. Her remains left 122 Meadowlands on Saturday 10th August at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Comgall’s Church, Antrim, burial immediately afterwards in Six Mile Water Cemetery.

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

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter, son in law Derek, daughter in law Oonagh, grand children Ciara, Shauna, Brendan, Emer, Niaomh and Eoin and great grandchildren Anna, Conor and  Darragh. “St Therese the little flower” pray for her.

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

Valerie Campbell, 80 Wilson Crescent, Ballymena and formerly Larne.

Campbell (80 Wilson Crescent, Ballymena and formerly Larne) 4th August 2024 (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Valerie, beloved partner of David Kernohan, much loved mother of Bill, Tanya, Gareth and David, loving sister of Joe, Noel, Andy, Pat, Norma, Alice, Tootsie and the late Davey and Bobby, dear sister in law of Liam and doting granny to Eva, Hallie, Freya, Mason, Isabella, Charlie, Jenson, Wren, Levi & Chase.  

Funeral Service in her home on Wednesday 7th August at 11.30am followed by burial immediately afterwards in Larne Cemetery.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing partner, sons, daughter, brothers, sisters, in-laws, grandchildren, and all her family and friends who loved her so much.

Death is nothing at all.
It does not count.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
Nothing has happened.
Everything remains exactly as it was.
I am I, and you are you, and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged.
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still.

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

Alan - James Mc Keegan - Kelly, Gortin Park, Carnlough.

Mc Keegan – Kelly (Gortin Park, Carnlough) 1st August 2024 (suddenly but peacefully) Alan – James RIP beloved son of Alexandra - Anne and much loved brother of Alexander Adam.

Alan - James’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 Saturday 3rd August between 6.30pm and 8.30pm, whereby his family were present. His remains were removed on Sunday 4th August at 6pm to St John the Evangelist Church, Carnlough, Requiem Mass on Monday 5th August at 11am followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

“Family Home Strictly Private”.

Alan-James’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, brother, family and Medjugorje friends who loved him so much.

Our Lady of Lourdes pray for him. Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to “NI Hospice” c/o WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406.

Boguslaw Borkowski, 12 Mount Street, Ballymena.

Borkowski (12 Mount Street, Ballymena) 28th July 2024 (peacefully at hospital) Boguslaw RIP, beloved husband of Krystyna, much loved father of Helena, Dorota, Jolanta, Andrzej and the late Marcin and loving grandfather of Weronika, Marcelina, Emilia, Julia, Jakub and Alan.

Boguslaw’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Wednesday 31st July 6pm - 8pm. Requiem Mass on Thursday 1st August in All Saints Church, Ballymena at 1pm, burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, 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

Annie Keenan, 62 Carmagrim Road, Ahoghill.

Keenan (62 Carmagrim Road, Ahoghill) 27th July 2024 (peacefully at hospital) Annie RIP, beloved daughter of the late Katie and Alex, much loved sister of Alex, Inez, Oliver, John, Kathleen (Kelly), Gerard and the late Peter, Dan, Mary and Paul.

Annie’s wake officially began at her late residence on Monday 29th July at 6pm. Her remains were removed from her late residence on Tuesday 30th July at 6.30pm to St Mary’s Church Ahoghill. Requiem Mass on Wednesday 31st July at 1pm followed by burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy cemetery, Portglenone.

Family time requested please 10pm -10am.

Anne’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing brothers, sisters, brother in law Brian,  sisters in law Jennifer, Fran and Tricia, nieces, nephews and all the family circle. Our Lady of Knock pray for her.

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

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

Sarah Kearney (née Marron 35 Taylorstown Road, Toome.

Kearney (née Marron) (35 Taylorstown Road, Toome) 28th July 2024 (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Sarah RIP. beloved wife of the late Anthony, much loved mother of Fionnuala (Kidd), Fergal & Ursula (Madden) and loving sister of Brendan and the late Seamus.

Sarah’s wake officially began at her late residence on Monday 29th July at 3pm. Her remains left her late residence on Wednesday 31st July at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family time requested please between 10pm - 10am.

Sarah’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, brother, grandchildren Martin, Ciarán, Ciara, Shea, Catherine, Mark, great grandchildren Tristian & Caháir and all her family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

 Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Maire Curie” c/o the family.

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

Miroslav Hornacek, Phoenix Fields, Ballymena.

Hornacek (Phoenix Fields, Ballymena) 21st July 2024 Miroslav RIP, ex partner of Helena, much loved father of Weronika and Marcelina and loving brother of Andrea.

Miroslav’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Thursday 25th July 6pm -8pm. Requiem Mass on Friday 26th in All Saints Church Ballymena at 1pm, burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing 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 Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Mary Crilly (née Lagan) 63 The Brambles, Randalstown.

Crilly (née Lagan) 63 The Brambles, Randalstown, 18th July 2024  (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Mary RIP, beloved wife of the late Joseph, much loved mother of Christine (O’Kane), Mary (McMillan), Joseph, Mark, Owen, Paul, Pauline (Flanagan), Bronagh (Gilmore) and the late Peter and loving sister of the late Jack, Tom, Frank, Jimmy and Eileen.

NB: Mary’s wake officially began at her late residence on Friday 19th July at 11am. Family time requested each day between 10pm and 11am.

Her remains left her late residence on Saturday 20th July at 1.30pm for 2pm Requiem Mass in St MacNissi’s Church Randalstown, and her burial took place immediately afterwards in St John’s Cemetery, Milltown, Magherafelt.

Mary’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons and daughters in law, 22 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and all the family circle. Divine Mercy pray for her.

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

Pat Davey (née Kelly) 2 Frys Road, Ballymena.

Davey (née Kelly) 2 Frys Road, Ballymena, 16th July 2024, (peacefully at Slemish Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family) Pat RIP, beloved mother of Lee (Carnevale) and Lauren (McCann), much loved grandmother of Aoife, Erin, Joseph and Georgia and dear mother-in-law of Peter.

“House Private Please”

Pat’s remains left her late residence on Friday 19th July at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saint’s Church Ballymena, (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel) and her burial took place immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

Pat’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing daughters, son in law, grandchildren and all her family and friends who loved her so much.

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

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

Emily McGarrigle, 79 Broughshane Road, Ballymena.

McGarrigle (79 Broughshane Road, Ballymena) 16th July 2024  (suddenly but peacefully) Emily RIP,  beloved daughter of Mary and the late George and much loved sister of Sally Anne.

Emily’s wake was strictly private and for immediate family only. Her Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday 20th July at 10am 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.

Emily’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing mother, sister and all her 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.

Sarah McPeake (née Madden) 8 Gregg Gardens, Bellaghy.

 McPeake (née Madden) (8 Gregg Gardens, Bellaghy) 16th July 2024 (peacefully at hospital) Sarah RIP, beloved wife of the late Michael, much loved mother of Francis, Louis, Gerard and Mary Teresa and dear sister of Sibby, Paul, Leo, and the late John, Thomas, Henry, Danny, Louis, Benny, Mickey, Pauline, Dolores, Rosemary and Celine.

Sarah’s wake officially began on Tuesday 16th July at 7pm.

Her remains left her late residence on Thursday 18th July at 11.20am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St Mary's Church, Bellaghy, and her burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Sarah’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughter, daughters in law, brothers, sister, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus and Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

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

William Wilkinson, 151 Dunvale, Ballymena.

Wilkinson (151 Dunvale, Ballymena) 28th June 2024 (peacefully at hospital) William, beloved father of Shannon (Rose) and Wanita and much loved brother of Kathleen, Rose, Jane, Hugh, Trevor and the late Alan, Maurice and George.

William’s wake officially began on Tuesday 2nd July 2024 at his daughter Shannon’s residence 9 Herbison Fields, Ballymena. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects daily between 3pm and 9pm. House Funeral Service on Thursday 4th July at 11am followed by a private cremation at a later date.

William’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing daughters, brothers, sisters, son in law Mark, granddaughter Erin and all the family circle.

Peace Perfect Peace.

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

Sam Cunningham, 4 Beechland Park, Clady.

Cunningham (4 Beechland Park, Clady) 28th June 2024 (peacefully at Hospital) Sam R.I.P. beloved son of the late Andrew and Susan and much loved brother of Joe, Margaret, Charlie, Bridget, Ann, May, Bernie and the late Michael, Lucy and Marian.

Sam’s wake officially began at his late residence on Saturday 29th June at 7pm

His remains left his late residence on Monday 1st July at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady (which can be viewed via the parish webcam, see link below) burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Church Cemetery, Glen, Maghera.

Sam’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, great nephews and nieces 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.

Celine Brown (née Madden) Australia and formerly (Tyanee) Greenlough.

Brown (née Madden) Austalia and formerly Tyanee, Greenlough, Celine RIP, beloved wife of Seamus, much loved mother of Jimmy, Martin, Brenda, Therese, Kathleen, Gerard and Eamon, and much loved sister of Sarah, Shibby, Paul, Leo and the late John, Thomas, Henry, Danny, Louis, Benny, Micky, Pauline, Dolores, and Rosemary

Celine’s Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday 29th June at 11am in St. Oliver Plunkett’s Church Clady (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Church Cemetery, Greenlough.

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

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

Sandra Simpson, “High Beeches” Shankbridge Road, Cromkill, Ballymena.

Simpson “High Beeches” Shankbridge Road, Cromkill, Ballymena, 21st June 2024 (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Sandra, devoted wife of the late Dr. Liam, very loving and kind mother of Julian, Justine and Jonathan, and much loved mother in law and grandmother. Deeply regretted and fondly remembered by her sorrowing family, friends and everyone who knew and loved her so much. “House and Funeral Strictly Private” Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “NI Hospice” c/o the family. Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Peace Perfect Peace.

Jean Finch (née McShane) Ontario and formerly Derry.

It is with the deepest regret that we announce the sad passing of Jean Finch (Née McShane), on 11th June 2024 in Pickering, Ontario and formerly from Leenan Gardens, Creggan, Derry.

Beloved wife of the late Jim. Loving mother of Debbie and the late Michael. A much loved Mother in law and Grandmother.

Beloved daughter of the late Lala and Phil Mc Shane. Dear sister of Willie, Betty, Leonard and the late Bella, Daisy, Georgie, John James, Phil, Thomas, Kathleen, Teresa, Mary and Brendan - Martin.

May She Rest In Peace.

Kathleen (Tassie) McCollum, 12 Shanes Terrace, Randalstown.

McCOLLUM, (12 Shanes Terrace, Randalstown) 12th June 2024, (peacefully at home) Kathleen (Tassie) RIP, beloved wife of the late Aloysius (Wishes), much loved mother of Marie (Shannon), Anne (Hughes), Paul and Brenda (Mulholland).

Tassie’s remains left her late residence on Saturday 15th June at 9:30am for 10am Requiem Mass in St MacNissi’s Church, Randalstown, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Tassie’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle.

Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

House Private Please at her request.

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

Maurice Foster, 2A Chesney Crescent, Portglenone and formerly Ballymena.

Foster (2A Chesney Crescent, Portglenone and formerly Ballymena) 8th June 2024 (peacefully at Glenkeen Nursing Home) Maurice, beloved partner of Marie, much loved father of Heather (Crawford), Murray and Jane and loving brother of Barbara, Tommy and the late Wesley, John, Jean, Mavis, Lillian and Marlene. 

Maurice’s wake commenced on Tuesday 11th June at 12.30pm. Funeral Service in his late residence on Wednesday 12th June at 2pm, burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road Cemetery, Ballymena.

Maurice’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing partner, son, daughters, son in law Eddie, daughter in law Valda, brother, sister, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle.

Safe in the arms of Jesus.

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

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

Conrad Butcher, 30 Herbison Fields, Ballymena.

Butcher (30 Herbison Fields, Ballymena) 5th June 2024 (peacefully at hospital) Conrad RIP, beloved husband of Lisa (née Agnew), much loved father of Dara, Odhran and Caeloin, loving son of Billy and Briege and dear brother of Peter and Caitriona (Moore).

“House Strictly Private”

Conrad’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 and Friday evenings between 6pm and 8pm. Removal of remains on Saturday 8th June at 9.30am to All Saints Church Ballymena for 10am Requiem Mass, and his burial took place immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery Crebilly.

Conrad’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, father, mother, brother, sister, brothers in law David, John, and Karol, sisters in law Therese and Jen, father in law Gerry, mother in law Eilish 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 

Veronica (Vera) McCausland, 146 Magheralane Road, Randalstown.

McCausland (146 Magherlane Road, Randalstown) 1st June 2024 (peacefully at hospital) Veronica (Vera) RIP, beloved daughter of the late Daniel and Mary and much loved sister of Philomena, Vincent, Mary and the late John, and Kathleen Anne.

Vera’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call to pay their respects on Tuesday 4th June between 6pm and 8pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday 5th June at 10am in St Macnissi’s Church Randalstown, (which can be viewed via the following link https://mcn.live/Camera/st-macnissis ) burial immediately afterwards in St Joseph’s Church Cemetery, Dunloy.

Vera’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing brother, sisters, nieces Siobhan, Carolyn and Karen, nephews Barry and Martin and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus Have mercy on her soul.

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