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• Mrs Stephanie Armstrong (nee Blair)

  Aged 70 Years

  June 12th 2026. Peacefully after a short illness, at her home 25 Wyncairn Park, Larne. Formerly of Wheatfield Gardens, Belfast. Dearly loved wife of Tom, much loved Mum of Victoria, Rachel and Ian, dear mother-in-law of Conor and Uel, devoted Granny of Sam, Tilly, James and Harper. A Service will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Wednesday 17th June at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mr Gilbert Ashcroft

  Aged 89 Years

  Peacefully on 15th June 2026. Late of Ballyhenry Road, Newtownabbey. Dearly loved husband of Joan. Much loved father of Robert and Helen. Dear father-in-law of Lorraine and Karel. Devoted grandfather of Sophie and partner Will, Florence and partner Tairon, Tobi, Euan, Ethan and the late Timmy. Cherished great-grandfather of Alfie. Everyone is welcome to call at Ormonde Avenue on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th between 4.00 pm and 8.00 pm. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Hyde Park Presbyterian Church on Friday 19th June at 1.30 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. At home with the Lord.

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• Mr Alan Barnes

  Aged 79 Years

  June 16th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Dearly loved husband of Brenda, much loved father of Claire and Emma, father-in-law of Simon, loving grandfather of Olie and Harry. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Glengormley Methodist Church on Tuesday 23rd June at 10.30 a.m., followed by committal in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society c/o Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Directors online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Loved and remembered always by the entire family circle. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mr Richard Edward Bell

  Aged 85 Years

  Passed away peacefully on June 12th 2026. Late of Fairhill Crescent, Newtownabbey. Beloved husband of Joan, devoted father of Roslyn, Steven and Richard, father-in-law of Russell, Julie and Cathy, loving grandfather of Matthew, Jacob, Luke and Megan. House strictly private. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Greencastle Methodist Church, 2 Whitewell Road, Newtownabbey BT36 7ES, on Thursday 18th June at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dementia NI and/or Parkinsons UK, made online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). You fell asleep with no goodbyes but memories of you will never die.

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• Mr James Kenneth (Kenny) Bogle

  April 29th 2026, suddenly at his home in Burnside, Ballyclare. Beloved husband of Gretna. House strictly private. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Kilbride Parish Church, Doagh on Saturday 2nd May at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in Rashee Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to R.A.F. Air Cadets (Northern Ireland) online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm). A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mrs Elizabeth (Liz) Carlisle

  Aged 74 Years

  June 20th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Late of Harmin Park, Glengormley. Dearly loved wife of David, much loved mother of Tracey, David and Paula, dear mother-in-law of Gerard, Barbara and Kyle, devoted grandmother of David, Kristian, Alana, Muirin and Tiernan. House private please (family only). A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Glengormley Methodist Church on Monday 29th June at 11.30 a.m., followed by committal in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Multiple System Atrophy Trust c/o Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Directors online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. Your restless days are over, your sleepless nights are past. God put His arms around you and gave you peace at last.

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• Mr Philip Clark

  Aged 65 Years

  May 22nd 2026, peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital. Beloved son of the late Eddie and Esther Clark. Cherished brother of Alison, Stephen, David and brother-in-law of James and Rhona. Also a loving uncle. A Service of Celebration for Philip’s life will be held at Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Home, 141 Mill Road, Ballyclare on Wednesday 27th May at 10.00am, followed by interment in Carnmoney East Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dementia NI online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. Peacefully sleeping, free from all pain, we wouldn’t awake you to suffer again.

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• Mr Victor Brian Cole

  Aged 87 Years

  June 6th 2026, peacefully, beloved husband of the late Jo, much loved father of Karyn and Brian, father-in-law of Alan and Aisling, loving grandfather of Eve, Oran and Hannah and loved brother of Pat and Margaret. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in the Church of the Ascension, Cloughfern Parish, Doagh Road, Newtownabbey on Friday 12th June at 12.30 p.m., followed by committal in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). He will be loved and remembered always by the entire family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus.

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• Mr Andrew Corry

  Aged 59 Years

  Called home, May 23rd 2026. Beloved son of Meta and the late Jim. Beloved son of Meta and the late Jim. Much-loved brother of Stephen and brother-in-law of Ruth, also a cherished uncle of James and Julia. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Cloughfern Gospel Hall on Friday 29th May at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Carnmoney East Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Chest, Heart and Stroke online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm). He will be loved and remembered always by the entire family circle. Redeemed.

   

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• Miss Yvonne Cunningham

  Aged 83 Years

  April 29th 2026, passed away peacefully at hospital. Late of Laral Park, Monkstown. Beloved daughter of the late Robert and Alicia (Elsie). Also a loving niece, cousin and friend. House private please. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Christ Church (Congregational), Abbots Cross on Wednesday 6th May at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Roselawn Cemetery.  Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Chest, Heart and Stroke N.I. online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Yvonne will always be loved and remembered by her friends and all the family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus.

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• Miss Fiona Edwina Currie

  Aged 53 Years

  May 15th 2026, suddenly at her home, 10 Meadow Gardens, Ballyclare. Dearly loved daughter of Denis and Rachel, much loved sister of Michael, dear sister-in-law of Nichola, loving aunt of Rhys, Tristan, Brandon and Alex, and great-aunt of Riley. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in First Ballyeaston Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 20th May at 12.00 noon, followed by interment in Rashee Cemetery. In celebration of Fiona’s love of colour, please feel encouraged to wear something bright and colourful at the service. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Shine – Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus charity online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mrs Mary Louisa (May) Dace (née Johnston)

  Aged 80 Years

  Passed away peacefully on June 2^nd 2026, in the Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital. Late of Grange Valley Park, Ballyclare. Beloved wife of John. Much-loved mother of Barry and mother-in-law of Rachel. A loving grandmother of Celeste and Caspar. Cherished sister of Carol and Albert. House private, please. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Kilbride Parish Church, Kilbride Road, Doagh on Saturday 6th June at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment in Rashee Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Macmillan Cancer Support, made online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). She will be missed more than words can say.

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• Mrs Elizabeth (Lily) Davey

  Aged 92 Years

  June 17th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Beloved wife of the late Ernie, much loved mother of Thomas, Alan, Roderick, Craig and the late Colin and a loving mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Home 141 Mill Road, Ballyclare BT39 9DZ on Thursday 25th June at 11.00 a.m., followed by committal in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to NI Children’s Hospice online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Loved and remembered always. Our wish is just a simple prayer, God bless and keep you in His care.

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• Mr Samuel John (Johnnie) Davison

  Aged 84 Years

  Called home May 11th 2026. Previously of 43 Argyll View, Larne. Much-loved husband of the late Kathleen Davison, cherished father of Eul and John, loving grandfather of Chris, Scott, Reuben, Archie and great-grandfather of Theo and Archer. Johnnie’s wake is being held at Eul’s home, 6 Grange Valley Park, Ballyclare. Funeral Service will be held in Craigyhill Gospel Hall, Larne on Saturday 16th May at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in Craigyhill Cemetery. No flowers please.  Absent from the body, present with the Lord.

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• Mrs Doreen Elliott (nee Morton)

  Aged 82 Years

  Peacefully at hospital on May 24th 2026. Late of Victoria Road, Ballyclare. Beloved wife of the late John. Much loved mother of Fiona and Gary. Dear mother-in-law of Stuart and Nikki. Devoted grandmother of Natasha, Luke and Michael. Everyone is welcome to call at Doreen’s home. A private cremation will be followed by a Service of Thanksgiving in First Ballyeaston Presbyterian Church on Monday 1st June at 12.00 noon, where everyone is welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the MND Association online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. Those we love don’t go away, in our hearts they will always stay.

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• Mrs Jacqueline Helen (Jacqui) Garnett

  Aged 79 Years

  May 20th 2026, peacefully at the Macmillan Unit, Antrim surrounded by her children. Beloved wife of the late Frederick Garnett, much loved mother of Sarah and Mark, step-mother of Lorraine and Tony, mother-in-law of Keith and Rach, step-mother-in-law of Nigel and Rachael, loving grandmother of Deia, Aimee, Emma, Frank, Matthew, Charlotte, Emily, George, William and a loved grandmother-in-law and great-grandmother. A family committal will be followed by a Service of Thanksgiving in Muckamore Presbyterian Church on Thursday 28th May at 11.30 a.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mr Brian Gillespie

  Aged 82 Years

  April 30th 2026, passed away at Antrim Area Hospital. Beloved husband of Maureen, stepfather of Chris, loving grandfather of Tess, Harry, Carter, Masie-Mae, Devon, Jodie, Jack and good friend to Tasha. House strictly private. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Friday 8th May at 3.00 p.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Chest, Heart and Stroke and/or Dogs Trust online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Maureen wishes to express her gratitude for the care and compassion shown to Brian, by all the staff of Antrim Area Hospital, especially to the Dialysis Unit and Emergency Department while he was in their care. In life he lived for those he loved, and those he loved remember.

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• Mr Robert Bell (Roy) Greer

  Aged 82 Years

  May 27th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Dearly loved husband of Dorothy, much loved father of Alan and the late Steven, father-in-law of Tania, loving grandfather of Jack, Luke, Mitch, Vincent, Kevin, Tamaris and Taisha. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in St Brigid’s Church of Ireland, 48 Ballyclare Road, Glengormley BT36 5HL on Saturday 30th May at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in Carnmoney Main Cemetery. Family flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Parkinson’s UK (Newtownabbey Branch) online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fr 9.00 am – 5.00 pm). Deeply regretted by his wife, son, daughter-in-law, grandchildren and the entire family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus.

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• Mr Robert Gregg

  Aged 83 Years

  May 24th 2026, passed away peacefully in hospital with his family by his side. Loving husband of the late Pearl Gregg. Beloved father of Andrew, Linda and Denise, father-in-law of Lena and Richard. Cherished grandfather of Emma, Justin, Philip, Sophie and Lauren and proud great-grandfather of Maia. Those wishing to pay their respects to the family are welcome to call at the family home, 33 Thornleigh Avenue, Randalstown, BT41 3QL on Friday 29th May and Monday 1st June, from 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. each day. House strictly private at all other times. A Service of Thanksgiving for Robert’s life will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Wednesday 3rd June 2026 at 11.00 a.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Charis Cancer Care online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm) Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold.

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• Mr John Harvey

  Aged 86 Years

  Passed away at home on June 10th 2026. Beloved husband of Ina, devoted father of Penny and Kimberley, father-in-law of David and Gary, loving grandad of Zoë, Jade, Thomas and Olivia. Friends are welcome to call at Ina and John’s home. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Immanuel Parish Church, 33 Ardoyne Rd, Belfast, BT14 7RZ on Tuesday 16th June at 12.00 noon, followed by committal at Newtownabbey Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Chest Heart & Stroke online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). He will be loved and remembered always by all the family circle. God called your name so softly that only you could hear, and no-one heard the footsteps of the angels drawing near. It broke our hearts to lose you but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home.

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• Mr Leslie Hassan

  Aged 81 Years

  April 28th 2026, suddenly, beloved husband of the late Susan, much loved father of Sandra and the late Jim and Ian, father-in-law of Ronnie and Joanne, loving grandfather of Cheryl, Kelly, Kirstyn, Isabella and great-grandfather of Max, Oliver, Harry, Nevaeh and Coltyn. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Glengormley Methodist Church on Tuesday 5th May at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Carnmoney East Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to N.I. Chest Heart & Stroke c/o Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Directors online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). He will be loved and remembered always by the entire family circle. No farewells were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew, and only God knows why.

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• Mrs Frances Haswell

  Aged 91 Years

  April 30th 2026, peacefully at Ballyclare Private Nursing Home. Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mother of Nigel Robert and Julie, mother-in-law of Jeremy, loving granny of Max, Luke and Tom. House strictly private. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Templepatrick Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 6th May at 2.00 p.m., followed by a private committal. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Templepatrick Presbyterian Church online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the entire family circle.

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• Mr Jack Higgins

  Aged 77 Years

  April 28th 2026, peacefully at his home in Ballyclare. Dearly loved husband of Pat, much loved father of Jack and Kyle, and dear father-in-law of Gemma. At his own request the house and funeral are private. Donations in memory of Jack, if desired, may be made to Macmillan Cancer Support online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle.

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• Mrs Elizabeth Holmes

  Aged 73 Years

  June 7th 2026, peacefully at her home. Dearly loved wife of Mervyn, much loved mother of Andrea, Elaine and Mark, dear mother-in-law of Stephen and Emma, devoted grandmother of Ethan, Jake, Josh, Kerry, Jenna, Zak and Kain. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in St Finnian’s Parish Church, Cregagh Park, Belfast on Friday 12th June at 11.30 am, followed by interment in Roselawn Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. God saw her getting weary and a cure was not to be, He put His arms around her and whispered come to me. Till we meet again.

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• Mrs Ilse May Hunter

  Aged 92 Years

  June 19th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Beloved wife of the late Jim, much loved mother of David, Michael and Alana, mother-in-law of Pamela and Paul, loving nanny of Stephen, Erin, Aston and Kristian. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Craigyhill Methodist Church, Larne on Wednesday 24th June at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Larne Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to N.I. Chest Heart & Stroke online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fr 9.00 am – 5.00 pm). Peace is yours, memories ours.

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• Mrs Florence Kathleen (Flo) Hunter (nee McGarry)

  Aged 66 Years

  17th May 2026, peacefully at her home in Ballyclare, formerly of Ballymoney. Dearly loved wife of Frank. Cherished daughter of Jean and the late William. Much loved sister of Alison and Marlene. Dear sister-in-law of David and Samuel. Devoted aunt of Nichola and Sheena. Loving great-aunt of Caleb, Logan, Tobias and Evie. House strictly private please. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Kilbride Parish Church, Kilbride Road, Doagh on Tuesday 26th May at 11.30 am, afterwards to Antrim Newtownabbey Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the MS Society online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mrs Iris Jamieson (nee Abernethy)

  Aged 89 Years

  April 27th 2026, Called Home peacefully at her home in Carnmoney. Dearly loved wife of Bertie, much loved mother of Robert, Elaine and Nigel, dear mother-in-law of Ruth Ann, David and Zuleika, devoted grandmother of James, Naomi, Natalie, Nicola, David, Jacob and Isaac, and a cherished great-grandmother. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Thursday 30th April at 4.00pm. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the IFAW – International Fund for Animal Welfare online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. Treasured memories will keep you near.

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• Mrs Kathryn Margaret Johnston (née McMurran)

  Aged 36 Years

  May 13th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Loving wife of Samuel, devoted mummy of Jack and Hollie, cherished daughter of Joe and Roberta, adored sister of Gillian, Kym and Joe, amazing sister-in-law of Mitchell and Hannah, cherished auntie of Sophie and George, loving daughter-in-law of Tommy and Leta. House private. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in Templepatrick Presbyterian Church on Thursday 21st May at 12.30 p.m. In celebration of Kathryn’s vibrant spirit and her love of colour, please feel encouraged to wear something bright or colourful – though traditional attire is equally welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to OG Cancer NI & Macmillan Cancer Support online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Kathryn forever in our hearts and in our dreams.

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• Mrs Florence May Kerr

  Aged 76 Years

  KERR, Florence May (formerly Richardson) (née Bingham) - May 25th 2026. A family committal will be followed by a Service of Thanksgiving in Second Ballyeaston Presbyterian Church on Friday 29th May at 11.00 a.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Dogs Trust online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm). Much loved and sadly missed by her son Mark, daughter-in-law Gail, granddaughter Emily and husband Marc, great-granddaughter Eliza, brothers Hugh and wife Margaret, Cecil and wife Ireneé and the entire family circle.

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• Mr David Albert (Bert) Knowles

  Aged 81 Years

  Passed away peacefully on June 13th 2026. Late of Ballynure Road, Ballyclare. Formerly of Old Coach Road, Roughfort. Beloved husband of Sally, devoted dad of Wayne, Steven and Aaron, loving granda of Katie, Warren, Aleah and Junior. Friends are welcome to call at Bert and Sally’s home on Tuesday 16th June. A Service of Thanksgiving for Bert’s life will be held in Hyde Park Presbyterian Church, Mallusk on Wednesday 17th June at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in Rashee Cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Those we love don’t go away, in our hearts they will always stay.

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• Mrs Heather Lee (nee Williamson)

  Aged 68 Years

  June 18th 2026, suddenly at her home in Ballynure. Dearly loved wife of Mervyn, cherished daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth, much loved sister of Robert, Marti, Laurence and the late Margaret, Mary, Kate, Lily and Johnny, loving daughter-in-law of John and the late Florence, dear sister-in-law of Leanne, Shirley and Thomas, Jennifer and John, Edna and Mervin, Linda and Idris, Richard and Diane, David and Louise, a devoted aunt, great-aunt, cousin and godmother of Lauren. House private please. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Home 141 Mill Road, Ballyclare BT39 9DZ on Wednesday 24th June at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in Ballyclare Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Pretty n Pink (NI Breast Cancer Charity) online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle at home and abroad. Those we love don’t go away, in our hearts they will always stay.

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• Mr Derek Lorimer

  Aged 92 Years

  June 10th 2026, peacefully at hospital. Late of Holestone, Doagh. Dearly loved husband of Ida, much loved father of Alwyn and the late Trevor, dear father-in-law of Ann-Maree, devoted grandfather of Kathryn (Neal), James (Jenny) and Claire (Owen), cherished great-grandfather of Ivy, Luca, Ayda and Leo. At his own request the house and funeral are strictly private. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all his family.

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• Mrs Christina Magowan

  Aged 78 Years

  May 15th 2026, peacefully at hospital surrounded by her husband and children. Dearly loved wife of Neil, much loved mother of Jayne, Julie, Sharon, Neil and Paul and a loving mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in the Church of the Holy Spirit, Mossley Parish, Manse Road, Newtownabbey BT36 6XR on Thursday 21st May at 11.00 a.m., followed by committal in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Chest Heart & Stroke online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am - 5.00pm). A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mr Alex Paul Cupples Mawhinney

  Aged 29 Years

  Called Home on 1st May 2026. Peacefully at the Macmillan Palliative Care Unit, Antrim Area Hospital. Late of Ballyclare. Dearly loved son and stepson of Joanne and Stephen. Devoted father of Eli. Partner of Niamh. Much loved grandson of Sandra and the late Terry. Cherished brother of Rhys and Kara. Dear nephew of Terry. House strictly private please. A Service of Thanksgiving for Alex’s life will be held in Templepatrick Presbyterian Church on Thursday 7th May at 10.30am, followed by interment in Ballyclare Cemetery at 11.45am. The service can be viewed live on Templepatrick Presbyterian Church – YouTube. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Specialist Palliative Care Unit, Antrim Area Hospital online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. “Blessed assurance”

   Alex Paul Cupples Mawhinney – Called Home on 1st May 2026. A much loved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin. Sadly missed by the Cupples family. His father Paul, Liz, Ronan, Bert, Gloria, Gail, Jonathan and Harry. Forever in our hearts. 'Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know' Jeremiah 33.3

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• Mr Andy McAuley

  Aged 64 Years

  May 3rd 2026, peacefully at his home Braepark Road, Ballyclare. Loving father of Ruth and Andrew, loving son of the late Thomas and Esther McAuley. Deeply regretted by his brothers and sisters Daniel, William, Thomas (deceased), Samuel, Robert, Norman, John, Martha, Margaret and David, sisters-in-law Helen, Roberta, Janette, Patsy, Bernie and Alison, brothers-in-law Peter and Kenneth and all the McAuley family circle. A Service will be held in First Ballyeaston Presbyterian Church on Thursday 7th May at 1.00pm, followed by interment in Rashee Cemetery. Always and forever our loving brother. In silence he suffered, with patience he bore. Till God called him homeward to suffer no more.

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• Mr Trevor McCullough

  Aged 80 Years

  June 21st 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband of Ella, much loved father of Alan, loving grandfather of Alex. House private please. A Service will be held in Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium on Monday 29th June at 11.00 a.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Deep in our hearts, your memory is kept, we loved you too dearly to ever forget.

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• Mr Robert (Bobby) McDowell

  Aged 82 Years

  Passed away on June 8th 2026. Dearly-loved husband of the late Marie, much-loved father of Roy and Craig, father-in-law of April and Carol, loving grandfather of Rebecca and her husband Andy, Robert and his partner Carly, Emma and her partner David, Adam and great-grandfather of Keeley, Jamie, Riley, Kobe, Kacie, Rabbie, Teddie and Isla. Friends are welcome to call at Roy’s home, 2 Millview Gardens, Ballyclare. A Service of Thanksgiving for his life will be held in Ballylinney Presbyterian Church on Thursday 11th June at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Ballyclare Cemetery.  Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support, made online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). He will be loved and remembered always by the entire family circle. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mr William (Billy) McFerran

  Aged 72 Years

  April 26th 2026, suddenly at his home, Old Larne Road, Ballynure. Much-loved daddy of Helen and Emma, father-in-law of Jonny and Sam, loving granda of Caleb, Jordan and Amelia. Cherished brother of Jim and brother-in-law of the late Yvonne. Friends are welcome to call at Helen’s home, 27 Castle Manor, Ballynure, on Friday 1st May between the hours of 3.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Ballynure Presbyterian Church on Monday 4th May at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in Ballyclare Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Friends of the Cancer Centre online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.). You fell asleep with no goodbyes, but memories that will never die.

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• Mrs Lyndsey Russell McKinstry

  Aged 50 Years

  April 28th 2026, passed away suddenly at home. Loving mother of Thomas and Grace, cherished daughter of Terry and the late Betty, much-loved sister of Kellie and Christopher, sister-in-law of Keith and beloved aunt of Jack. House strictly private. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Friday 8th May at 1.00pm. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Peacefully sleeping, free from all pain, we wouldn’t awake you to suffer again.

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• Mr Eric McLernon

  Aged 87 Years

  Passed away June 21st 2026. Much-loved husband of Elizabeth, father of Fiona, Nicola and Paul, and father-in-law of Nicholas and Adele. Also a devoted and much-loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Service will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Thursday 25th June at 10.00 a.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Carnmoney Presbyterian Church Building Fund and/or Parkinson’s UK (Newtownabbey) made online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Tired and weary you made no fuss, you tried so hard to stay with us. God closed your eyes and gave you rest, for He alone knows what is best.

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• Miss Anne Melville

  Aged 96 Years

  June 6th 2026, peacefully at home. Dearly loved sister of Olive and the late John, sister-in-law of Carole, loving aunt of Stephen and Pamela and great-aunt of Ross, Adam, Bryan and Ellen. A family committal will be followed by a Service of Thanksgiving in Rosemary Presbyterian Church, North Circular Road, Belfast on Thursday 11th June at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dementia NI and Belfast Musical Festival online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm). She will be loved and remembered always. Psalm 121:1 “I will lift up mine eyes to the hills, from whence cometh my help.”

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• Ms Patricia (Pat) Morrison (née McCluskey)

  Aged 81 Years

  June 2nd 2026, peacefully at Lakeview Private Nursing Home, surrounded by family. Dearly loved mother of Jill, Mark and Matthew, mother-in-law of Michael, Tracey and Kathy, loving grandmother of Leah, Justin and Emily. Friends and family are welcome to call at her son Matthew’s home, 55 Ballygowan Road, Ballyclare BT39 9UR from Wednesday 3rd June, 6.00 p.m. onward until Sunday 7th June. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Ballyclare Methodist Church on Wednesday 10th June at 10.30 a.m., followed by committal in Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dementia NI online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm). She will be loved and remembered always by the entire family circle. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mrs Audrey Jean Oliphant (nee Donaghy)

  Aged 80 Years

  May 7th 2026, peacefully at Clareview Nursing Home. Late of Riverdale Park, Ballyclare. Dearly loved Wife of Maurice, much loved Mum of Claire, Ruth and wife Grainne, and devoted Nanny of Reece and Fiadh. A Service will be held in Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Home, 141 Mill Road, Ballyclare on Tuesday 12th May at 1.00pm, followed by interment in Carnmoney East Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. Those we love don’t go away, in our hearts they will always stay.

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• Mrs Anne Patterson (nee Marks)

  Aged 78 Years

  May 9th 2026, peacefully at her home 7 Uppertown Drive, Mossley. Beloved wife of the late Alex, much loved Mum of Mark and Gail, Mum-in-law of Astra, Sam and the late Sharon, devoted Nanny of Callum, Sophie, Samuel, Anna, Daniel, Felicity and Aria, dear sister of Belle, Rachel and the late Shirley and Charlie, sister-in-law of the late Fred, Henry and Sandy, and cherished cousin of Jean. Everyone is welcome to call at her home on Tuesday 12th between 4.00pm – 8.00pm. A Service will be held in Fleming & Cuthbert Funeral Home, 141 Mill Road, Ballyclare on Thursday 14th May at 11.00am, followed by interment in Carnmoney Parish Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Friends of the Cancer Centre online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. You’re always close beside us in everything we do. You were our greatest treasure, God’s gift to us was you.

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• Mrs Doreen Edna Mary Courtney Pitts (BEM) (née Robinson)

  Aged 81 Years

  May 2nd 2026, passed away suddenly after a short illness. Dearly-loved wife of the late Robert, much-loved mother of Heather-Anne and Robin, loving mother-in-law of Mark and Joanne, stepmother of Margaret and her husband Ivan, devoted grandmother of Juno, Rex, Kaelan and George. Friends are welcome to call at Doreen’s home, Station Road, Doagh, from Tuesday 5th to Thursday 7th May, between the hours of 10.00 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. A Service of Thanksgiving for Doreen’s life will be held in Templepatrick Presbyterian Church on Friday 8th May at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm). A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

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• Mrs Heather Rosalind Semple MBE

  Aged 88 Years

  May 2nd 2026, late of Whitehouse Park. Dearly loved and loving wife of the late Mervyn Semple. Heather passed away peacefully and comfortably, held in love by her close friends. After a private interment, a Service of Thanksgiving for her life will be held in Rosemary Presbyterian Church, North Circular Road on Wednesday 13th May at 12.30 p.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dementia NI online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm). “The Lord keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.” Psalm 121:8.

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• Mr George Patterson Sinclair

  Aged 82 Years

  May 4th 2026, peacefully at his home Station Road, Greenisland. Dearly loved husband of Jean, much loved father of Phil, dear father-in-law of Diane, devoted grandfather of Adam and wife Katie, Matt and partner Grace, cherished great-grandfather of Flynn. Everyone is welcome to call at the family home. George will be resting at his home from Saturday at 5.00pm onwards. A Service will be held in Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium on Wednesday 13th May at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family circle. ‘We shared so much together laughter, joy and tears, precious are the memories of all those happy years. To Know him was to love him’

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• Mr Leonard (Len) Taggart (Senior)

  Aged 93 Years

  May 9th 2026, peacefully at his home Cogry House, Rectory Road, Doagh. Beloved husband of the late Marie, much loved father of Lesley, William, Leonard and Robert, and a devoted father-in-law, oupa, grandfather and great-grandfather. House strictly private please. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Second Ballyeaston Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 13th May at 2.00pm, followed by interment in Rashee Cemetery. Family flowers only. Always loved and remembered by all the family circle at home and abroad. Two tired hands are resting, the voice we loved is still. The one who did so much for us, is resting at God’s will.

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• Mrs Joan Tansey

  Aged 87 Years

  May 4th 2026, peacefully at hospital with her sister by her side. R.I.P. Beloved wife of the late Seamus, and much-loved sister of Jackie. Requiem Mass will be held in Sacred Heart Church, Doagh Road, Ballyclare on Monday 11th May at 11.00 a.m., burial immediately after in Ballyclare Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm). Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her.

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• Mr Samuel Bingham (Sammy) Thompson

  Aged 82 Years

  Passed away suddenly at his home, 42 Kingsmoss Road, on Friday 8th May 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved brother of the late Ellen, dear brother-in-law of the late Frankie and Jackie. Deeply loved and sadly missed by his sister Margaret, niece Karen and partner Tony (Rob), niece Margaret and the pets. Funeral service will be held in his home, 42 Kingsmoss Road on Friday 15th May at 10.30am, followed by interment in Victoria Cemetery. Family and friends welcome.Orange sashes to be worn in honour of Sammy. “No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.” Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you were loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. Safe in God’s keeping, Forever in our hearts. Safe in the arms of Jesus.

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