James (Jimmy) Devlin, 68 Carmagrim Road, Ahoghill.

Devlin, (68 Carmagrim Road, Ahoghill) 14th January 2026 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) James (Jimmy) RIP, beloved son of the late William and Annie and much loved brother of Kathleen (Cassie) (McKenna), and the late Mary Anne, Brigid (McErlean), Willie John, Teresa (Murray), Nancy, Paddy and Roddy.

Jimmy’s wake officially began in his late residence on Thursday 15th January at 5pm. His remains left from there on Saturday 17th January at 1.50pm for 2.30pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

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

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

Family flowers only please, donations in leu if desired to SVP c/o the family.

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

Thomas Donaghy, 12 Bann Crescent, (Toome and formerly Randalstown).

Donaghy, 12 Bann Crescent, (Toome and formerly Randalstown), 13th January 2026 (suddenly but peacefully) Thomas RIP, beloved son of Desmond and Rosemary, much loved brother of Katherine, twin brother Martin, Gregory and Paul and loving father of Karen and Owen.

Thomas’s wake officially began in his late residence on Thursday 15th January at 4pm. His remains left from there on Saturday 17th January at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Toome (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in St MacNissi’s Church Cemetery, Randalstown.

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

Thomas’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, brothers, sisters, son, daughter, nieces nephews and all the family circle.

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

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

Harry Mulholland, 36 Riverdale Park, Portglenone.

Mulholland, 36 Riverdale Park, Portglenone, 13th January 2026 (peacefully at Brooklands Nursing Home) Harry RIP, beloved husband of Eithne (née Griffin) much loved father of Seamus, Barbara, Kevin and Cathleen and loving brother of Sally (Hancock), and the late Kathleen (McCoy), Roisin (Moffat) and Seamus.

Harry’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner), BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Thursday 15th January from 6pm - 9pm. His remains left from there on Friday 16th January at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in Our Lady Of Lourdes Cemetery, Moneyglass.

NB: House Strictly Private Please.

Harry's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, sister, grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Chest Heart and Stroke”  c/o the family. 

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

Sean Carey, 3 Collinwood, Grove Road, Ballymena.

Carey, 3 Colllinwood, Grove Road, Ballymena, 11th January 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Sean RIP, beloved son of the late Seamus and Mary, much loved husband of the late Ellen, loving brother of Marie, Michael, Bridget, Terri, Roisin and the late James and Damien and dear brother-in-law to Dermot, Caroline, Michael, Naomi, Davy and Coombsie.

Sean’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 Wednesday 14th January 1pm -3pm and 6pm - 9pm. Requiem Mass on Thursday 15th January in All Saints Church, Ballymena at 10am (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube Channel) followed burial immediately afterwards in St Patricks Cemetery, Crebilly.

Sean's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing, brothers, sisters, brothers-in- law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and all his family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital” c/o the family.

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

Gerard Berry, 106 Roguery Road, Moneyglass, Toome.

Berry (106 Roguery Road, Moneyglass, Toome) 11th January 2026, (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Gerard RIP, beloved son of the late James and Etta, much loved brother of Kathleen, Maire, Ita and Seamus and dear uncle to Catherine (Gavin) and Francis and dear friend Maureen.

Gerard’s wake officially began in his late residence on Monday 12th January at 10am. His remains left from there on Tuesday 13th January at 10.45am for 11am Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Gerard's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sisters, brother, sister-in-law Eilish, nephew, niece, nephew-in-law and all the family circle. Sacred heart Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in leu if desired to “Duneane SVP c/o the family**

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

Martin Mc Larnon, 141 Staffordstown Road, Randalstown.

Mc Larnon 141 Staffordstown Road, Randalstown, 9th January 2026 (peacefully at hospital) Martin RIP, beloved son of the late Harry and Betty and much loved brother of Sean, Brendan, Mary, Colette and the late Joseph.

Martin’s wake officially began in his late residence on Saturday 10th January at 5pm. His remains were removed from there on Sunday 11th January at 4pm to St MacNissis’s Church, Randalstown. Requiem Mass on Monday 12th January at 12noon followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Martin's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brothers, sisters, 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.

Gerald Etherson, 156 Drumagarner Road, Kilrea.

Etherson (156 Dumagarner Road, Kilrea) 8th January 2026, (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Gerald RIP, beloved husband of the late Alice (Ellie) (née Cassidy), much loved father of Gerald (Joanne), Paul (Bronagh) and the late Arthur, loving brother of Bobby, Patsy, Danny, Harry, Bernie, Jean and the late James and dear granda to Matthew, Amy, Luke, Henry, Arthur, Annie and Jack.

Gerald’s wake officially began in his late residence on Friday 9th January at 10am. His remains left from there on Sunday 11th January at 12.45pm for 1.30pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Drumagarner (which will be broadcast live via “WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors” Facebook page) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery remains.

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

Gerald's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters in law, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren and all the family circle. Sacred heart Jesus have mercy on his soul.

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

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

Archie Stewart, Ballymena.

Stewart (Ballymena) 4th January 2026 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Archie RIP, much loved father of Eimear, Ryan, Aislinn, Conor and Polly, loving son of Kath and the late Archie and dear brother of Katherine and Anne Marie.

Archie’s wake officially began in his son Ryan’s residence 64 Leighinmohr Crescent, Ballymena, BT42 2FB on Tuesday 6th January at 1pm. His remains left from there on Thursday 8th January at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church, Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel) followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

NB; Family time requested between 10pm and 1pm.

Archie's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, mother, sisters and all his family and friends who loved him so much. 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 

Kathleen McAuley (née O'Hara) 14 Sunray Crescent, Cargan, Glenravel.

McAuley (née O’Hara) 14 Sunray Crescent, Cargan, Glenravel, 26th December 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Kathleen RIP, beloved wife of the late Charlie, much loved mother of  Elizabeth (McAvoy), Loretta (O’Connell), Fiona, Cahal, Diane (McCarry), Pauline (McIlhatton), Christine, Bernadette (Carey), Sandra (McMullan), Kevin, Carl, Sharon, Donna (Shannon), Joanne (Kerr) and Liam and loving sister of Breda, Terry, Timothy and the late Peggy, Paul, Liam, Alice, Vera and Ethna and dear grand mother to 53 grandchildren, 79 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great- grandchildren.

 Kathleen’s wake officially began in her late residence on Saturday 27th December at 2pm. Her remains left from there on Monday 29th December at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in Mary Queen of Peace Church, Glenravel (which can be viewed via the parish Facebook Page), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time requested each day please between 8pm and 12noon.

Kathleen’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, 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

Elizabeth Gilmore, 32a Greenan Road, Randalstown.

Gilmore (née Carey) 32a Greenan Road, Randalstown, 21st December 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Elizabeth RIP, beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved mother of Adrian and Jane-Marie, loving sister of Sr. Sheena, Dominic, John, Anne-Marie, Richard, Patricia, Seamus and Thomas, dear nanny of Macey, Theo and Remy and mother in law to Cathy.

Elizabeth’s wake officially began in her late residence on Monday 22nd December at 4pm. Her remains left from there on Wednesday 24th December at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Cargin, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Elizabeth’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing son, daughter, daughter in law, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, 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

Roisin Loughlin, 63 Largy Road, Portglenone.

Loughlin 63 Largy Road, Portglenone, 20th December 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Roisin RIP, beloved daughter of the late James and Mary Teresa and much loved sister of Maureen (Sheridan), Paddy John, Bernie (Mc Laughlin), Kieran, Geraldine (Draine), Michael, Angela (Maguire), Tina (Hobson), Martin and the late Aneas, James Edward and William James who died in infancy.

Roisin’s wake officially began in her brother Kieran’s residence 63A Largy Road, Portglenone on Sunday 21st December at 4pm. Her remains left from there on Tuesday 23rd December at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

“House Private Please” family and close friends only. - Family time requested please each day between 10pm and 11am.

Roisin’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and all her family and friends who loved her so much. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Laura Surgenor (née McFall) 195 Old Cullybackey Road, Cullybackey, Ballymena.

Surgenor (née McFall) 195 Old Cullybackey Road, Cullybackey, Ballymena, 18th December 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Laura RIP, beloved wife of the late David, much loved mother of Patrick, Alana, Eamonn and Siobhan and dear sister of Kathleen (McFerran) and the late Maureen, James, Una, George, Harry and Philomena.

Laura’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Family and friends were welcome to call and pay their respects on Friday 19th December between 6pm and 8pm. Her remains left from there on Saturday 20th December at 1.30pm for 2pm Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Laura’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, daughters in law Shariffah and Wendy, sister, grandchildren, great grandchildren, 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

Anne O'Neill (née Cudden), 41 Culbann Road, Bellaghy / Portglenone.

O’Neill (née Cudden) 41 Culbann Road, Bellaghy / Portglenone, 18th December 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Anne RIP, beloved wife of Martin, much loved mother of Daniel, Lorna, (Sean), Niamh (Andrew) and Caragh and loving sister of Hugh, Thomas, Ben, Adrian, Geraldine and the late John.

Anne’s wake officially began in her late residence on Friday 19th December at 4pm. Her remains left from there on Sunday 21st December at 10.45am for 11.30am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Bellaghy, ( which can be viewed via the parish webcam) burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Please note that due to the limited parking availability, there will be a minibus shuttle service in operation between Ballynease Hall and the wake house.

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

Anne’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, son, daughters, brothers, sister, brothers in law, sisters in law 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 

Isobel Graham (née McMullan), 2 Brecart Road, Toome.

Graham (née McMullan) 2 Brecart Road, Toome, 16th December 2025 (peacefully a hospital surrounded by her loving family) Isobel RIP, beloved wife of the late Donard, much loved mother of Mary, Patrick, Donard, Sean, Martin, and Brenda and loving sister of Tom and the late John, Francis, Patsy, Hugh, Maureen, Bridie and Ellen.

Isobel’s wake officially began in her late residence on Tuesday 16th December at 7pm. Her remains were removed from there on Thursday 18th December at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Isobel’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, brother, daughters in law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, 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  

Keenan (née Williams) 59 Carmagrim Road, Ahoghill.

Keenan (née Williams) (59 Carmagrim Road, Ahoghill) 10th December 2025 (suddenly but peacefully) Jennifer RIP, beloved wife of the late Paul, and much loved mother of Tony, Kevin, Stephen, Frances, Catherine, Mary, Deirdre, Caroline, Peter and the late Alex.

Jennifer’s wake officially began in her late residence on Thursday 11th December at 1pm. Her remains left from there on Saturday 13th December at 9.25am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Jennifer’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, 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

Hugh Francis (Fanny) McErlain, 28 Grange Road, Toomebridge.

McErlain, 28 Grange Road, Toomebridge, 9th December 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Hugh Francis (Fanny) RIP, beloved husband of Johanna, much loved father of Justin, Thomas, Philip, Mary-Joe and the late Michael and loving brother of Ethna (Waterson), Cathal and the late Brenda and Liam.

Fanny’s wake officially began in his late residence on Wednesday 10th December at 5pm. His remains left from there on Friday 12th December at 11.10am for 12noon Requiem Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Moneyglass, burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ahoghill.

Fanny’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughter, brother, sister, daughters in law Kathy, Michelle, and Mary, son in law Michael, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren: Saoirse, Caoimhe, Eunan, Cahir, Niamh, Daragh, Aine, Bronagh, Tiarna and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

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

Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to “Air Ambulance NI” c/o the family.

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

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