Mr James Derek (Derek) Neill BEM

July 2nd 2026, peacefully at hospital.

Dearly loved husband of Maureen, much loved father of Alan, loving brother of Freda and the late Stanley.

A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium on Friday 10th July at 12.00 noon.

No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the RNLI online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm).

Always loved and remembered by the entire family circle.

Charity details

RNLI (The Royal National Lifeboat Institution)

24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the RNLI is ready to save lives. Powered by courage, determination and the support of generous people like you. Our volunteer lifeboat crews provide a 24-hour rescue service in the UK and Ireland, and our seasonal lifeguards look after people on busy beaches. RNLI crews and lifeguards have saved over 142,700 lives since 1824 but we’re more than just a rescue service.

Registered Number 209603

http://www.rnli.org

Service details

Thanksgiving Service

10 July, 2026 12:00

Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium

582 Doagh Road, Ballyearl, Newtownabbey, BT36 5BU

Messages of condolence

So sorry for your loss. Derek was a great man and will be missed.

Mrs Ann Collim

In loving memory of my dear Uncle Derek. Always smiling, witty and kind, we will remember him with great fondness. From his grieving niece Heather, husband Darren and children Cameron and Zara.

Dr Heather Kane

Sadly missed from his sister-in-law, Vera. Happy memories of family times spent together. From Vera Neill.

Mrs Vera Neill

All our love and deepest sympathies to you Maureen, Alan, Freda and family circle. Derek was a great husband, father and brother and a great friend to those who had the pleasure of knowing him. A true gentleman, who gave his 100% to everything he did. God Bless and Rest in Peace. From Michael, Christine, Cheryl Johnny, baby Sophie and Jennifer.

Mr and Mrs Michael Armstrong

As a former Cub Scout Leader, I have many happy memories of Derek. David joins me in sending deepest sympathy to Maureen & Alan

Mrs Anne Gibson