Promoted to Glory on October 1st 2024, suddenly at his home in Glengormley. Originally from Donegal.
Dearly loved and loving husband of Phyllis, cherished father of Mark, Robert and Andrew, loving father-in-law of Cathy, Debbie and Dulce, devoted grandfather of Layla, Honor, Marianne, Lily, Olivia, Owen and Ameyalli.
A Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration for his Life and Witness will be held in Newtownabbey Methodist Mission, 35A Rathcoole Drive, Newtownabbey BT37 9AQ on Friday 4th October at 11.00 a.m., committal afterwards at Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium at 1.00 p.m.
Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Westhaven Childrens Home for the Disabled (Jamaica) online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm).2 Timothy 4:7-8
With our sympathy to Phyllis and family at this sad time.
Mr and Mrs Davy and Kate Smyth
"We cannot bring the old times back, when we were all together, but secret tears and loving thoughts remain with us forever". You are in our thoughts and prayers. All our love, Valerie and Lawrence
Mr and Mrs Lawrence Baalham
Continuing to think of you and the family at this sad time
Mr and Mrs Derek Smyth
From Sophia Patton (Sophie Wilson)
Mrs Sophia Patton
In memory of dear Ivan who had a smile for everyone and was such a wonderful encouragement to us all. He will be sorely missed .
Mrs Donna Kells
Love and sympathy to Phyllis and family Lovely memories of Ivan and Phyllis and family in Ballynahinch which will never be forgotten
Mr and Mrs Roy and Dorothy Ferguson
In loving memory of Uncle Ivan.
Dr Paul Harron
Many Happy memories of a much loved cousin and friend.
Mr and Mrs Wilfred and Patricia Patterson
Ivan was a good friend to Adrienne & I and to thousands of others too, we will miss him and you are all in our prayers.
Mr Roger Gordon
Deepest sympathies from David and Val
Mr David Wilson
So proud of My cousin Ivan for all he has achieved in his life and the people he has helped along the way.
Mr and Mrs John & Beth Morton
With fond remembrance from Rita and Jim
Mrs Rita Swindall
We are sending this gift in memory of Ivan who was a very special person in friendship and ministry to our family, Joan and Bill
Mr and Mrs Joan & Bill Parkinson
Fond memories of a gifted minister whose mission was to share his love and faith, always with warmth, wisdom and humour. Deepest condolences to Phyllis and the family.
Mr and Mrs Lorraine Guiney
In memory of a dear friend, Ivan. A true Christian gentleman, loving, gentle and a wonderful sense of humour. Will always be missed and in our thoughts. Kenneth and Etta Anderson
Mr Kenneth Anderson
A great loss to us all, but he will be long remembered.
Mr henry porter
Remembering happy times shared with our dear friend Ivan . He was a wonderful and caring man. He has left a huge space in so many lives. Thinking of Phyllis with love.
Mr and Mrs Wilson Lambe
Love and sympathy to Phyllis and family. Happy memories from Ivan’s days in Ballyclare.
Mrs Eve Tyrrell
Ivan will be sadly missed by us.
Mr and Mrs Dennison and Pat Todd
With grateful thanks for a good friend and a great servant of Jesus Christ
Rev. Aian Ferguson
Here's to the man that gave me a best friend and a home across the ocean. He always greeted me with a warm handshake, a hearty laugh, and a warm heart. I didn't know Ivan as well as I would have liked to but I know he was unwavering in his kindness, support for people, and joy that he brought to this world. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree and Ivan gave this world 3 of them. I was able to bring my daughter to Northern Ireland this summer to meet Ivan & Phyllis for the first time. We ate delicious jam, toured their garden, and visited the old mini Cooper in the garage. It was good to be back home again with the people I have known and loved since 1994. I'm truly thankful that God brought me into this family. My life is exponentially better thanks to them. To Phyllis, Mark & Cathy, Robert & Debbie, Andy & Dulce, Lily & Olivia, and all the children I haven't met yet, we are sending you thoughts and love from Utah. Thank you for sharing Ivan with us.
Mr Kerry Simon
Our condolences to all the family. Ivan will be greatly missed — Niall & Janet
Mr Niall Stanage
Well done good and faithful servant
Miss Curry
Fond memories of a wonderful minister from our time together at Joanmount. Sending love and prayers to Phyllis and the family, Lynne Lyttle
Mrs Lynne Lyttle
To Phillis and family, sending this small token, in memory of Ivan and his and your love for this special charity. Stay strong. Lesa, Brian, Troy & Lois Tufts (JM)
Mrs Lesa Tufts
Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ivan was a true gentleman.
Miss Anne McDowell
Fond memories of a dear friend. Alastair and Hazel
Dr Hazel Edwards
To Phyllis, Mark, Bob, Andrew and the wider McElhinney family, our deepest sympathies are with you. Ivan was a great man and will be missed. Lots of love, Craig, Sara and family.
Mr Craig Smith
Thinking of you all with love from the Bowker family. We have many fond memories of your time in Ballynahinch. God Bless Iris Fiona and Sheena
Mrs Iris Bowker