Gary Kyle, 11 Ross Lane, Kells, Ballymena.

Kyle, 11 Ross Lane, Kells, Ballymena, 1st September 2025, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Gary, beloved husband of Margaret, devoted dad of Joanna, dear papa to Lucas and Thomas, and loving brother of Peter, Judith and Richard.

“House Strictly Please”

Private Funeral and Cremation at a later date for family and close friends only.

Safe in the arms of Jesus.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services, Tel; 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Margaret McMullan (née McErlean), Deerpark Road, Bellaghy.

McMullan (née McErlean) (Deerpark Road, Bellaghy) 2nd September 2025 (peacefully in Craigdun Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family) Margaret RIP, beloved wife of the late John, much loved daughter of the late Peter and Mary Ellen and loving sister of the late Mary Anne (Smith).

Margaret’s wake officially began at 106 Deerpark Road, Bellaghy, on Wednesday 3rd September at 6pm. Her remains were removed from there on Thursday 4th at 6.30pm to St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy. Requiem Mass on Friday 5th at 11am (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time requested please between 10pm and 11am

Margaret’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing, nephew, niece and all her family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady Of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Peter Dolan, 110 Crosskeys Road, Toome and formerly Clonmackan, Newtownbutler.

Dolan (110 Crosskeys Road, Toome and formerly Clonmackan, Newtownbutler) 24th August 2025 (Suddenly) Peter RIP, cherished husband of Katrina, devoted father of Ursula Kate, Carla, Francine, (McCormack) and Christine (Shannon), beloved son of the late Andy and Ursula, dear brother of Andrew, and loving papa to Zoe, Libby, Phoebe and Cianán.

“House Strictly Private Please” family and close friends only. Family time requested between 10pm and 11am.

Peter’s wake officially commenced in his late residence (for family and close friends only) on Wednesday 27th August at 11am. His remains left from there on Friday 29th August at 11.15am for 12noon Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Peter’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, brother, sisters in law Anne Marie and Una, brother in law Gerard, sons in law John and Omárh, grandchildren and all the family. Our Lady Queen of the Gael, pray for him.

 Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Maura Cushnahan (née Hegarty) 37 Riverdale Park Portglenone.

Cushnahan, (née Hegarty) 37 Riverdale Park, Portglenone, 22nd August 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Margaret Mary (Maura) RIP, beloved wife of the late Vincent, much loved mother of Maeve and loving sister of Tony, Bree (Magill), Pauline (Haughey), Martina (Small) & the late Isobel (Hinfey).

NB: Family time requested please between 10pm - 11am.

Maura’s wake officially began in her late residence on Saturday 23rd August at 7pm. Her remains left from there on Monday 25th August at 2pm for 2.30pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), followed by a private cremation at a later date.

Maura’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing daughter, brother, sisters, nieces, nephews, Donna and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her..

Detail enquiries to; WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors telephone: 028 2563 1406 or visit nifunerals.com

Fr. Francis OCSO (Noel Edward) Morgan, Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone.

Morgan, Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone, 22nd August 2025 (peacefully at hospital after a short illness) Fr Francis OCSO (Noel Edward) RIP. Fr Francis’s remains arrived at the Abbey for reception at 6.30pm on Sunday 24th August. Funeral Mass was celebrated in the Abbey church on Monday 25th August at 11am, followed by burial immediately afterwards in the Abbey Cemetery. St Robert, St Alberic and St Stephen Harding pray for him. Deeply regretted by the Superior and monastic Community.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Jacek Kaszuba, Flat 2, Forest Glen, Glenarm, Ballymena.

Kaszuba, Flat 2, Forest Glen, Mark Street, Glenarm, Ballymena, 13th August 2025, peacefully at hospital, Jacek RIP.

Jacek’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home 41 - 43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT44 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Wednesday 20th August between 7pm -8pm. A private cremation followed at a later date.

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

J.P. (Jed) Boyle, 39 Shelton Road, Loughguile.

Boyle, 39 Shelton Road Loughguille 13th August 2025, (peacefully at hospital, surrounded by his loving family) J.P. (Jed) R.I.P. beloved husband of the late Bernie, much loved father of Roisin, Rian and Barra and loving brother of Sean, Kevin, Rosemary, Briege and the late Robin and Brian.

NB: House Strictly Private, No Exceptions. 

Jed’s remains left his late residence on Saturday 16th August at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Loughguile, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Jed's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughter, son in law John B, daughter in law Roisin, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Leah, Blaize and Harper, and all the family circle. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Tina Wray (née McIlwaine), 17 Skerry Court, Ballymena (and formerly Glenravel).

Wray (née McIlwaine) 17 Skerry Court, Ballymena (and formerly Glenravel) 10th August 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Tina RIP, beloved mother of Dean, much loved sister of Patrick, John, Colin, Siobhan (McLaughlin), Caroline (Patterson), Gerard and the late Mary (O’Reilly) and loving daughter of the late John and Trea.

Tina’s wake officially began in her late residence on Monday 11th August at 7pm. Her remains left from there on Wednesday 13th August at 11.20am for 12noon Requiem Mass in Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time requested each day between 10pm - 11am.

Tina’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, his partner Rhiannon, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and wider family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Hugh Connolly, 69 Beech Drive, Ballymena, (and formerly Armoy).

Connolly (69 Beech Drive, Ballymena and formerly Armoy), 6th August 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Hugh Francis (Hugh) RIP, beloved husband of Bernie, much loved father of Francis, Paul and Tony and loving brother of Margaret (O’Kane), Eileen (McAfee), Denis and the late Rosaleen (O’Connell) and Anne (McErlain)

Hugh’s wake officially began in his late residence on Thursday 7th August 2025 at 11am. His remains left from there on Friday 8th August at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saint’s Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel), burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly. 

NB: Family time requested please between 10pm - 11am.

Hugh's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter in law Caiti, brother, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law,  grandchildren Shane and Cara and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus Have Mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Macmillan Cancer Support” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406

Sean Fyfe, 3 Glenravel Fold Ballymena (and formerly Newtowncrommelin).

Fyfe 3 Glenravel Fold, Ballymena (and formerly Newtowncrommelin) 3rd August 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Sean RIP, beloved son of the late James and Ellen and much loved brother Seamus, Geraldine, Patricia, Eddie and Frank. 

Sean’s wake officially commenced in his brother Eddie’s residence 84 Drumagrove Road, Rathkenny, Ballymena, BT43 6QF, on Sunday 3rd August 2025 at 7pm. His remains left from there on Tuesday 5th August at 10.25am for 11am Requiem Mass in Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel, and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm – 11am.

Sean’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brothers, sisters, brothers in law Ken and Dennis, sister in law Andrea, Anita, Hilary, Maria, nephews, nieces and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus Have Mercy on his soul.

Family Flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Macmillan Cancer Care” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com  

Sean Tierney, 32 Derrycrin Road, Ballinderry (formerly Ahoghill)

Tierney 32 Derrycrin Road, Ballinderry (and formerly Ahoghill) (peacefully at hospital) 29th July 2025 Sean RIP, beloved husband of Marian, much loved father of Liam, Dominic, Ambrose, John and the late Cosmas and loving brother Teresa (Manion), Patrick, Kevin and the late Brendan.

Sean’s wake officially began in his late residence on Wednesday 30th July at 8pm. His remains left from there on Friday 1st August at 9.10am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery,

Sean’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters in law, brothers, sister, grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family time requested please between 10pm -11am

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

John Gray, 3 West Road, Portglenone.

Gray (3 West Road, Portglenone) 28th July 2025 (peacefully at hospital) John RIP, beloved son of the late Louis and Nelly, much loved step-father of Jeanette and loving brother of the late Eileen, Jane, Louisa, Jimmy and Ann.

John’s wake officially began in his late residence 3 West Road, Portglenone on Tuesday 29th July at 1pm. A Service of Thanksgiving for the life of John was held there on Thursday 31st July at 10.30am followed by burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

Family time requested please between 10pm and 10am.

John’s passing was deeply regretted by all his sorrowing family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Mary Martin (née McAlary) 19 Warden Street, Ballymena, (formerly Lisnagrot, Kilrea)

Martin (née McAlary) 19 Warden Street, Ballymena (formerly Lisnagrot, Kilrea) 20th July 2025 (suddenly but peacefully surrounded by her loving family) Mary RIP, beloved wife of Paddy, much loved mother of John, Aileen (Mark) Niall, Brian, and loving sister of Paddy, Michael, Barney, Sean, Bríd (Devlin) Anne (O’Neill), and Rosaleen (Walsh).

Mary’s wake officially began on Monday 21st July at her daughter Aileen’s residence, 30 Kintullagh Park, Ballymena, BT43 5HP, at 7pm. Her remains left from there on Wednesday 23rd July at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena, (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAjwJWjd5YkHG02StIZJbaw ) followed by cremation in Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium on Monday 28th July at 12noon.

NB: Family time requested please between 10pm and 11am

Mary's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, sons, daughter, son in law Barry, daughters in law Shauna, Tracy and Clare, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren: Benjamin, Joe, Ryan, Liam, Sophie, Paudie, Tiernan, Ellie – Rose, Danny and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes Pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Bibiana O'Connell (née Teague) 1 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone.

O’Connell (nee Teague) 1 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone, 13th July 2025  (Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Bibiana (Mrs O’Connell)  RIP, beloved wife of the late Vincent, much loved mother of Ciaran, Vincent, Bronac, Bibiana, Fionnuala, John, Ruairi, Michael and Brian and loving sister of Bernadette, Carmel, Kevin, Eugene and the late Kathleen, Seamus , Lawrence, Sean, Patricia, and Vivian.

“House Private Please” NB: family, friends, neighbours and especially all mums Chapel and Charismatic friends were very welcome.

Bibiana’s remains were removed from her late residence on Wednesday 16th July at 6.30pm to St Mary’s Church, Portglenone. Requiem Mass on Thursday 17th July at 11am followed by burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

Bibiana’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: The Vocation Society of St. Joseph / St. Vincent De Paul” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Laura Lazdane, 129 Dunclug Gardens, Ballymena.

Lazdane, 129 Dunclug Gardens, Ballymena, 6th July 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Laura RIP, beloved partner of Aigars Berci, much loved mother of Eliza and Linda, loving daughter of Mara and dear sister of Oskars.

A private funeral and cremation for Laura will take place at a later date.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing partner, family and many friends who loved her so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

Detail enquiries to WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Lenore McNally (née Erwin), 17 Kintyre Park, Ballymena.

McNally (née Erwin), 17 Kintyre Park, Ballymena, 9th July 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Lenore, beloved wife of John, much loved mother of Kayleigh, loving sister of Joanne, Michelle, Rhonda, Leanne and the late Bobby, precious grandmother of Shea, Rocco, Lola, Kaiya, Brax and the late Lenox and dear sister in law of Patricia, Kevin, Seamus, Leo, Sue and the late Bernie.

Lenore’s wake officially began at her late residence on Saturday 12th July at 11am. Her remains left from there on Monday 14th July at 10.30am for 11am service in Ballykeel Presbyterian Church, burial immediately afterwards in Ballee Council Cemetery.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm and 11am.

Lenore’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, daughter, son in law Brian, sisters, grandchildren, brothers and sisters in law and all her family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: Marie Curie Cancer Care” c/o the family. 

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

T J Cudden, Magherafelt.

Cudden, Magherafelt, 5th July 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) T.J. RIP, precious son of recently deceased Karen, and Tom, loving fiancé of Laura and much loved brother of Clarice, Calvin and Sarah.

T.J.’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner), Portglenone, BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Tuesday 8th July between 5pm - 9pm. A private funeral service and cremation will follow at a later date.

T.J.’s passing is deeply regretted by his sorrowing fiancé, father, brother, sisters, cousins and entire family circle. Safe with his mummy in the arms of Jesus.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Roy Marshall, 1 Tully Crescent, Cushendall and formerly Portglenone.

Marshall (1 Tully Crescent, Cushendall) 6th July 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Roy RIP, beloved husband of Katrina, much loved father of Kellie (McHugh), Barry and Catherine and loving brother of the late Liddy, Noel, Margaret and Nina.

Family time requested please between 10pm – 11am.

Roy’s wake officially began in his late residence on Tuesday 8th July at 11am. His remains left from there on Wednesday 9th July at 9.15am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Cushendall, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Roy's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughters, son in law Anthony, Barry’s partner Emma, Catherine’s partner Cormac, grandchildren: Dára, Fiadh, Nera, Fionn, and Oisin, brothers in law, sisters in law and all the family circle. Sacred Herat of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Mid Glens First Responders” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Bernard (Bun) Cassidy, 27 Halfgayne Road, Maghera.

Cassidy 27 Halfgayne Road, Maghera, 5th July 2025 (peacefully at his late residence, surrounded by his loving family) Bernard (Bun) RIP, beloved husband of Anne, much loved father of Emma (Taggart), Brianna (McGillian), Cara and Shonagh, and loving brother of Sean, Una (O’Neill), Anne (McGlinchey), Claire (Graham), Pat, Mark, Declan and the late Thomas.

Bernard’s wake officially began at his late residence on Sunday 6th July at 1pm. His remains left from there on Tuesday 8th July at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in St John the Baptist Church, Granaghan, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time requested each day between 10pm and 11am.

Bernard’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, brothers, sisters, sons in law Gerry, James and Michael, brothers and sisters in law, grandchildren: Caoimhe, Eilís, Conn, Donnacha, Cahan and all the family circle. Our lady of Lourdes pray for him.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Marie Curie Cancer Care” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Johnston (née Letters) Toomebridge and formerly Randalstown.

Johnston (née Letters) Toomebridge and formerly Randalstown 2nd July 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Patricia RIP, beloved wife of the late Richard, dear partner of Jimmy, much loved mother of Patricia (Nesbitt), Richard, Anne Marie, Joseph, Christine, Leon, Charlotte and the late Paul and loving sister of Danny, Dermott, Kieran, Barry, Francis, Irene, Orlagh, Marise, and the late Sharon.

Patricia’s wake officially began in her late residence 7 Loughview Drive, Toomebridge, on Thursday 3rd July from 11am – 10pm. Her remains left from there on Friday 4th July at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Macnissi’s Church, Randalstown (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Patricia’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing partner, sons, daughters, son in law Sammy, brothers, sisters, grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com