Mr William John (Billy) McBurney

March 6th 2026, peacefully at hospital.

Dearly loved husband of Maureen, much loved father of Michele and Philip, father-in-law of Richard and Nicola, loving grandfather of James, Tom and his four-legged best friend Bobby.  

A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Ballyhenry Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 11th March at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in Carnmoney East Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke 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.

The day Thou gavest Lord is ended.

Charity details

Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke

We provide expert care and support to anyone living with chest, heart and stroke conditions. We work to prevent these illnesses, by helping detect early signs of chest, heart and stroke illness and empowering individuals to make healthy choices. We fund research to advance how we treat, care for and prevent chest, heart and stroke conditions. We campaign for better care, treatments and awareness of chest, heart and stroke conditions.

Registered Number 103593

http://www.nichs.org.uk

Service details

Thanksgiving Service

11 March, 2026 13:00

Ballyhenry Presbyterian Church

Ballyhenry Road , Newtownabbey, BT36 5AX

Burial

11 March, 2026 14:00

Carnmoney East Cemetery

10 Prince Charles Way, Newtownabbey, BT36 6DJ

Messages of condolence

In loving memory of Billy McBurney

Mrs Phyllis Plunkett

Deepest Sympathy

Mr and Mrs Lillian Arthur

Deepest Sympathy

Mr David McBurney