Fr. Finnian OCSO (Thomas) Owens, Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone.

Owens, Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone, 1st December 2025 (peacefully after a short illness in Slemish Nursing Home, Ballymena) Fr. Finnian OCSO (Thomas) RIP.

Fr Finnian’s remains arrived at Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone, on Wednesday 3rd December for reception at 6.30pm. Requiem Mass in the Abbey Church on Thursday 4th December at 11am followed by burial immediately afterwards in the Abbey Cemetery. St Benedict and St Patrick, pray for him. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sister Mona, the Superior and the Monastic Community.

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

Daniel (Danny) O'Connell, 27 Old Ballymoney Road, Ballymena.

O’Connell (27 Old Ballymoney Road, Ballymena) 27th November 2025 (suddenly but peacefully at home) Daniel (Danny) RIP, beloved husband of Teresa, much loved father Lisa (Lennon), Emma (Murphy), Aidan, Orla, Liam, Maeve and loving brother of Rose, Robert, Margaret, Mary, Pat, Kathleen, Neil, Eileen, Michael, Felix and Betty

Danny’s wake officially began in his late residence on Saturday 29th November at 11am. His remains left from there on Monday 1st December at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel) burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road Cemetery.

Family time will be requested between 10pm and 11am.

Danny's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sons in law James and Luke, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Eimear, Eabha and Conor and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy. 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Sands NI” c/o the family.

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

Paddy Kelly, 42 Kilgad Road, Kells, Ballymena.

Kelly (42 Kilgad Road, Kells, Ballymena) 25th November 2025, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Paddy RIP, beloved husband of the late Marie, much loved father of Stephen and loving brother of Joe and the late Eddie and Margaret.

NB: House Strictly Private - No Exceptions.

Paddy’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell and Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Thursday 27th November between 6pm and 9pm. His remains left from there on Friday 28th November at 12.10pm for 12.30pm Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Crebilly, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Paddy’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, brother, sister in law Gabrielle and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

“Family Flowers Only Please”

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

Briege Butcher (née Dooey), 77 Broughshane Road, Ballymena.

Butcher (née Dooey) 77 Broughshane Road, Ballymena, 24th November 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Briege RIP, beloved wife of Billy, much loved mother of Peter, Caitriona (Moore) and the late Conrad, and loving sister of Gerard, Kate (Forsythe), and the late Brendan and Michael.

Briege’s wake officially began in her late residence on Wednesday 26th November at 3pm. Her remains left from there on Friday 28th November at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena, (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel), burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm and 12noon.

Briege’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughter, son in law David, daughter in law Lisa, brother, sister, brother in law George, sister in law Sarah, grandchildren Dara and Odhrán 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

Martina Fyfe, Princes Street, Ballymena.

Fyfe (Princes Street, Ballymena) 23rd November 2025 (suddenly but peacefully) Martina RIP, beloved daughter of the late Martha and Hugh and much loved sister of Mairead (Tweed) and Sheena (McCluskey).

“House Strictly Private”

Her remains left her sister Sheena’s residence 31 Rathlin Drive, Ballymena, on Wednesday 26th November at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena, (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel), burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Martina’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sisters, brothers in law Sean and David, nieces and nephew Shauna, Ryan, Cathy and Laura and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “National Kidney Federation” c/o the family.

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

Lily Totten (née McNeill) 14 Annaghmore Road, Toome.

Totten (née McNeill) 14 Annaghmore Road, Toome, (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Lily RIP,  beloved wife of Mickey and much loved mother of John, Mary (Mullan), Peter, Trevor and Colm.

 “House Private Please” close family and friends only, at Lily’s request.

Lily’s remains left her late residence on Wednesday 19th November at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Cargin, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Lily’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, sons, daughter, daughters in law Denise, Danielle, Shelley and Anne, son in law Danny, brothers, sisters, grandchildren: Sean, Jamie, Kevin, Oisin, Dylan, Amy, Stephen, Ruby, Rhys, Matthew, Alice, Erin, Amy and large 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

Liam (Foxy) Maybin, 3 Fisherwick Crescent, Ballymena.

Maybin (3 Fisherwick Crescent, Ballymena) 15th November 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Liam (Foxy) RIP, beloved father of Cáela much loved son of Brigid and loving brother of  Christina, Michael and Brian.

Liam’s wake officially began in his late residence on Sunday 16th November at 7pm. His remains were removed from there on Tuesday 18th November at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish You Tube Channel), burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road Cemetery.

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

Liam’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing daughter, mother, sister, brothers, brother in law Aaron, sister in law Bronagh, nieces and nephews Leah, Aaron, Sianeese and Micheál and the large 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 

Moya Forde, The Braid, Broughshane.

FORDE Moya, (The Braid, Broughshane, Co Antrim) November 13th 2025 (peacefully) in the loving care of her family and staff at Massereene Manor Nursing Home. Beloved daughter of the late Denis and Brigid, loving sister of the late Caitlin, Liam, Donough & Fionnuala. Sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, their partners and families, her extended family and friends. Moya’s wake officially began in her late residence on Friday 14th November at 2pm until 9pm. Her remains left from there on Saturday 15th November at 11.30am for 12noon Requiem Mass in St Patrick’s Church, The Braid, BT43 7JW, and her burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Dementia NI” care of the family. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her. May She Rest in Peace.

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

Seamus Hughes, 57A Bellshill Road, Castledawson.

Hughes (57A Bellshill Road, Castledawson) 5th November 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Seamus RIP, adored husband of Rose (née Shivers) beloved father of Seamus, Shaun, Christopher and Ciaran and loving son of the late Seamus and Rosie.

Seamus’s remains left his late residence on Friday 7th November at 9.45am for 10.30am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Lavey (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Seamus’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter in law Marie, brother Owen, sister in law Rosaleen, nephews Jimmy, Aaron and Shea, niece Shauna, grandchildren: Alisha, Amy, Rachel, Erinn, Darragh and Jake and all his family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

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

Tom McKeagney, Fivemiletown / Belfast.

McKeagney (Fivemiletown / Belfast) 5th November 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Tom RIP, beloved husband of the late Brigid, much loved father of Kathy, Krystine, Ciara, Orla and Paul, and loving brother of Betty and the late Charlie and Mary.

“House Strictly Private Please”

Tom’s remains arrived at St Mary’s Church Fivemiletown on Friday 7th November 2025 at 7pm. Requiem Mass on Saturday 8th November at 11am (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Tom's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, daughters, daughter in law Jenny, sons in law John and Mark,  sister, grandchildren: Niamh, Hannah, Claire, Maeve, Tom, Maggie, Charlie, Cara, and Emily and all his 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

Margaret Doherty, formerly 95 Clady Road, Portglenone.

Doherty (née Convery) (formerly 95 Clady Road, Portglenone) 31st October 2025 (peacefully, surrounded by her loving family) Margaret RIP, beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved sister of Charlie, Madge (McKeever) and the late Paddy, John, Martha (Nestor), Mary (McKenna), Martha (McElhinney), Mary Jane, John and Matt.

Margaret’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home 45 Glenone Road Clady (Corner) BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Sunday 2nd November  6pm – 8pm and on Monday 3rd November from 12noon – 6pm whereby Margaret’s remains were removed to St Mary’s Church Bellaghy. Requiem Mass on Tuesday 4th November at 11am (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Margaret’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing brother, sister, nieces nephews 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

Tina Carey (née Lavery) 62 Loughbeg Road, Toomebridge.

Carey (née Lavery) 62 Loughbeg Road, Toomebridge, 31st October 2025, (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Tina RIP, beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved mother of Anthony, Adrian, Shirley (Bridges) and the late Linda (Scott), loving sister of Patricia (Neil) and the late Brendan, and dear granny of Eoin, Cait, Fearghal, Clídna, Theo, Micah and Cara.

Tina’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell’s & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner), BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Saturday 1st November between 6pm and 9pm. Her remains were removed from there on Sunday 2nd November at 2.15pm for 3pm Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Tina’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughter, sons in law Gareth and Gerard, daughters in law Tracy and Mary, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

 Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to” 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 

Patrick (Pat) Brady, 176 Crosskeys Road, Toomebridge.

Brady (176 Crosskeys Road, Toomebridge), 26th October 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Patrick (Pat) RIP, beloved husband of the late Eileen, much loved father of Clare and loving brother of Margaret (Neeson), Mary, Emma (Flynn), Ann (Devlin), Helen (Farrell) and the late Hugh.

Pat’s wake officially commenced in his late residence on Monday 27th October at 4pm. His remains were removed from there on Wednesday 29th October at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Pat’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing daughter, sisters, brothers in law, sister in law, Clare’s partner Barry, nieces, nephews, and all his family and many 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 

Margaret Molloy (née Bamber) 187 Moat Road, Ballymena.

Molloy (née Bamber) 187 Moat Road, Ballymena, 17th October 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Margaret RIP , beloved wife of the late Barney and much loved mother of Elizabeth, Bernard, Karen and Liam.

Margaret’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Tuesday 21st October 2025 between 6pm and 8pm. Her remains were removed from there on Wednesday 22nd October at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel), burial immediately afterwards in Ballymena Cemetery.

NB: “House Strictly Private”.

Margaret’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all her family and friends who loved her so much.

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

Eileen Devlin (née McGurk) 55 Carmegrim Road, Ahoghill.

Devlin (née McGurk) 55 Carmegrim Road, Ahoghill) 16th October 2025, (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family). Eileen RIP, beloved wife of the late Roddy, much loved mother of Anne Marie (Doherty), Claire (Quinn), William, John, Una (Campbell) and Helen (Brolly) and loving sister of Mary, Arthur, Noel, Bridget, Carmel, Bernie, Teresa and Paddy.

Eileen’s wake officially began in her late residence on Thursday 16th October at 6pm. Her remains left from there on Saturday 18th October at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, burial immediately afterwards in the Adjoining Cemetry

Eileen’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law Vincent, Damien, Paul and Owen, daughters in law Maura and Leanne, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers in law, sisters in law and all the family circle. Our Lady of Knock pray for her.

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

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

Margaret McKay (née McGrath) 75 Kintyre, Antrim (and formerly Kilrea)

Mc Kay (née Mc Grath) 75 Kintyre Antrim (and formerly Kilrea) 14th October 2025 peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family Margaret RIP, beloved wife of the late Danny, much loved mother of Mary and Claire, loving sister of Charlie, Jeanette and the late Joseph, Lawrence and Kieran, dear grandmother of  Shannan, Ethan and Ben and darling great-grandmother to Noah and April

Margaret’s wake officially began in her late residence on Sunday 19th October 2025 at 11am. Her remains left from there on Monday 20th October at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Comgall’s Church Antrim (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube Channel), burial immediately afterwards in Belmont Cemetery.

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

Margaret’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing daughters, son in laws Jonathan and Karl, brother, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren, great 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

Tony Kerr, 7c Carnduff Drive, Ballymena.

Kerr (7c Carnduff Drive, Ballymena) 14th October 2025 (peacefully at his late residence) Tony RIP, beloved son of the late James and Rachel, dear father of Marie, Sharon and Louise (Molloy), husband of Yvonne, dear brother of Benny, Joan (Hughes) and late Kathleen, Iris, Hilda and Ann Marie, loving grandfather of Anthony, Rachel, Jamie and Melina and devoted soul mate to his wee dog Teddy.

Tony’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Thursday 16th October between 5pm and 9pm. Requiem Mass on Friday 17th October at 10am in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube Channel) followed by burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Tony’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing family, friends, his wee dog Teddy and everyone who loved him so very 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

Peter Kearney, 49 Oldtown Road, Bellaghy.

Kearney (49 Oldtown Road, Bellaghy) 13th October 2025 (passed away at home surrounded by his loving family) Peter RIP, beloved husband of Kathleen, much loved father of Gregory, Aaron, Catherine (Wallace), Liam and Marie Therese (Moane) and loving brother of Henry John, Lily (McStocker) Margaret (Walsh), Mary Anne (Muldoon) and the late Ambrose and Willie.

Peter’s wake officially began in his late residence on Wednesday 15th October at 12noon. His remains left from there on Thursday 16th October at 10. 20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time requested please between 9pm and 12noon.

Peter’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brother, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all the family circle. Padre Pio Pray for him.

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

Patrick (Pat) McAnally, 40 Fisherwick Crescent, Ballymena.

McAnally, 40 Fisherwick Crescent, Ballymena, 22nd September 2025 (peacefully surrounded by his loving family) Patrick (Pat) RIP, beloved husband of Diane, much loved father of Paul, Pat, Sean, Ciaran and the late Darren and loving brother of Francis, Kathleen, Margaret, Alice, Patricia, Bernadette, Teresa and the late John and Annabelle.

Pat’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Thursday 25th September between 6pm and 10pm. Removal of remains on Friday 26th September at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube Channel), burial immediately afterwards in Cushendall Road, Cemetery.

Pat’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons and their partners, brother, sisters 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

Roisin Digby (née Higgins), 5 Brigadie Gardens, Ballymena.

DIGBY (nee Higgins); Roisin; 22nd September 2025; died peacefully at the Macmillan Unit at Antrim Hospital.  Beloved wife of Liam, loving mother to Sarah, Ciara and Michael, much loved grandmother of Daniel, Jack, Amelia, Odhran and Isabelle, and dear sister of Moira, Sean, Eileen (Dillion – RIP), Kathleen (Mulholland), Seamus, Frances (Sexton), Berna and Donal, and cherished sister-in-law, mother-in-law and aunt.

 House strictly private. 

Family flowers only – donations in-lieu if desired to Macmillan Cancer Care NI, c/o the family.

Funeral Mass on Wednesday 24th September at 12 noon in All Saints Church, Broughshane Road, Ballymena.  Burial afterwards in St. Patricks Cemetery, Crebilly.

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