Coulter William George (Billy) 24th February 2023, peacefully at his home, 7 Woodgreen Avenue, Kells. Much loved husband of Margaret, devoted father of William, Martin and Caroline, dear father-in-law of Dawn and David and loving grandfather of Ellie, Megan, Lauren, Rachel and Matthew. Funeral service in his home on Tuesday 28th February at 3pm, interment afterwards Connor New Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for N.I. Children’s Hospice. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife, family and family circle.
Erwin Edna (nee Lorimer) 24th February 2023, peacefully at Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital, after a long illness, late of 15 Rathmore Heights, Ballymena. Much loved wife of Jackie, loving mother of Debra and Andrew and dear sister of Barry, Billy, Elaine and Barbara. Funeral service in Ballymena Methodist Church on Tuesday 28th February at 11.30am, interment afterwards Ballee Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for the Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital (please make cheques payable to NHSCT Community Care Fund). Lovingly remembered by her husband Jackie, daughter Debra, partner Fred and grandson Marley, son Andrew and family circle.
Marshall Hugh (Hughie) 23rd February 2023, peacefully at hospital (in his 97th year), late of 155 Drumtara, Ballee Ballymena. Much loved husband of the late Josephine (Josie), beloved father of Jean, Ken, Rosemary and Mervyn, dear father in law of Patty and Davy a devoted grandfather and great grandfather.
Funeral service in Ballee Presbyterian Church on Monday 27th February at 1pm interment afterwards Ballee cemetery. House strictly private, family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for The Royal British Legion. Lovingly remembered by his family and family circle.
McAuley Jean (nee Cahoon) 23rd February 2023, suddenly but peacefully at Ballyclare Nursing Home. Beloved wife of the late Thomas, loving mother of David and Thomas, grandmother of Gemma, Scott, Andrew and the late Laura Jane, great grandmother of Braxton and Mitchell and dear sister of Maureen, Lily, Frances and the late William, Mary and George. Funeral service in her home, 1 Chichester Park West, Ballymena on Monday 27th February at 11am, interment afterwards Ballee Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Ballyclare Nursing Home Patients Comforts Fund. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her sorrowing sons, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters and family circle.
Steede Audrey (nee Tweed) 23rd February 2023, suddenly at her home, 8 Sandmount Park, Galgorm. Much loved wife of David, loving mother of Paul and Jonny, dear mother-in-law of Heather and Anna and devoted grandmother of Alex, Allan and Cerys. Funeral service in 1st Ahoghill Presbyterian Church on Sunday 26th February at 3pm, interment afterwards at 1st Ahoghill Presbyterian Church burying ground. House private. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for N.I. Chest, Heart and Stroke Association. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her sorrowing husband, sons, brother Samuel, sister Barbara and family circle.
Tiernan Gertrude Anne (Gertie nee McMullen) 21st February 2023, peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital, under the fantastic care of the staff in Ward A3, late of 1 Kilmakevit Road, Cullybackey. Much loved mother of Angie, Gavin and Diane, loving sister of Deidre, Pauline, Kevin, Donna and the late Kathleen, Celica, Paddy and Anthony and a devoted grandmother, great grandmother and dear friend of Mary and son William who she dearly loved. Funeral prayers will be held in Henry’s Funeral Parlour 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE on Thursday 2nd March at 11am, cremation afterwards at Roselawn Crematorium at 12.40pm. No flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, for the Respiratory Unit, Antrim Area Hospital (please make cheques payable to NHSCT Community Care Fund). Lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family and family circle.
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Shearer Jutta 21st February 2023 (in her 100th year) peacefully at her home, 13 Moat View Court, Ballymena. Beloved wife of the late Paddy R.I.P., loving mother of Monica and Janette, much loved sister of Paul and Ilka, mother-in-law of John, devoted Oma of Matthew, Katie, Kevin and Hannah and great grandmother of Imogen. Her remains will be removed from Henry’s Funeral Parlour on Friday 24th February 2023 at 11am to St. Patricks Church, Crebilly for funeral after 11.30am requiem mass, interment afterwards Ballymena cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena, BT43 6EE for a charity to be confirmed. “Most sacred heart of Jesus I place my trust in Thee.
The end of an era
Shearer Jutta, in her 100th year, has finally been reunited with her husband Paddy, RIP 1987. Monica and Janette would like to thank everyone who has enhanced her life during that long interval. She loved life and valued her friends. May they both rest in peace. Thank you all.
McCartney Margaret 20th February 2023, peacefully at hospital, late of 17 Maine Avenue, Cullybackey, formerly of Kintyre Park, Ballymena. Beloved wife of the late Wilbert, loving mother of Jan, Maureen and Hazel dear mother in law of Brian, Norman and Ronnie, devoted grandmother of Lynsey, Janine, Laura and Ross and great grandmother of Noah, Caleb, Jack, Ava and Jorja.
Funeral service in Henry’s Funeral Parlour, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena on Thursday 23rd February at 10.30am interment afterwards Ballee cemetery, friends welcome to call at 17 Maine Avenue (off Pottinger Street) Cullybackey on Wednesday 22nd February from 10am to 6pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired may be made payable to James Henry Funeral services (address above) for Ward 23 at Altnagelvin Hospital.
Lovingly remembered and sadly missed. Your restless days are over, your sleepless nights are past, God closed your weary eyes and gave you peace at last.
Martin John 20th February 2023, suddenly at his home 8 Carniny Road, Ballymena R.I.P. Beloved father of Joel, dear father in law Genevieve and loving partner of Sharon.
His remains will be removed from his home on Saturday 25th February at 9.30am to All Saints Church for funeral after 10am Requiem Mass, interment afterwards Ballymena cemetery. House private. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street for The Dogs Trust.
Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.
Caldwell Eileen Patricia (nee. Dalton of Feddans Garvary, Enniskillen). 19th February 2023, peacefully at Rylands Private Nursing Home surrounded by her family, formerly of Parkmount Crescent Ballymena. Loving wife of Cecil, much loved mother of Audrey and Avril dear mother in law of Jeff and Andy and devoted grandma of William, Catherine, Rachel and Sarah.
Funeral service in St. Patrick’s Parish Church, Castle Street, Ballymena on Thursday 23rd February at 2pm interment afterwards Ballyclug Parish Churchyard (Ballymarlow). Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Alzheimer’s Society. “Always in our hearts”
