Chestnutt – Robert John (Herbie) – retired RUC G.C – 2^nd January 2026, peacefully, at home, his loving family by his side, late of Shore Road Ballyhalbert. Beloved husband of Betty for more than 63 years, deeply loved daddy of Linda & Karl, highly respected father-in-law of Joanne, devoted and cherished granda of Georgia, Adrian and Carly. A Service of Thanksgiving for Herbie’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Monday 12^th January 2026 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Herbie, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Herbie will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

“In life he lived for those he loved and those he loved remember.”

Quinn – Andrew James, 30^th December 2025, suddenly, late of Balligan Road, Kircubbin.  Deeply loved husband of Catherine, loving and devoted dad of Cain, Robbie and Jude, beloved son of David and Margaret, wonderful “wee” brother of Stephen, highly respected and very much loved son-in-law of Bertie and Elizabeth and loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Andrew’s life will held at 11.00 am on Thursday 8^th January 2026 in Newtownards Congregational Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery, Ballywalter, at 2.00 pm. Callers welcome at the family home between 4.00 & 6.00 pm. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Andrew, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke directly below. Andrew will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his entire family circle.

“Just gotta keep smiling.”

Safe in the arms of Jesus.

Clarke – Michael, 9^th December 2025, late of Fort Hall, Dundonald. Precious son of Margaret and loyal friend of many. A Celebration for Michael’s life will be held at 11.20 am on Monday 22^nd December 2025 in Roselawn Crematorium. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the entire family circle.

“Peace, perfect peace.”

McHoul – Margaret (née Ground), 11^th December 2025, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Greenfinch Close, Ballyhalbert. Beloved wife of Brian, deeply loved mum of Lesley and Darren, highly respected mother-in-law of Ronnie and Joanne, cherished nanny of Aaron, Jordan and Jenna and doting great-nanny of Rory. Funeral arrangements strictly private honouring Margaret’s personal wishes. No flowers please by request. Margaret will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

“At Peace.”

Gunning – Ann (née Carpenter), 30^th November 2025, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Edgewater Lodge Care Home, formerly Ballyhalbert and Ballywalter.  Beloved wife of the late Bertie, devoted mother of Helen, highly respected mother-in-law of David, dearly loved grandmother of Sarah-Louise, Christine and husband Karl, great-grandmother of Mia and Ella, cherished sister of Agnes, Jean and the late Sammy, Barbara and Stanley, a loving sister-in law, aunt and loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Ann’s life will held at 11.00 am on Thursday 4^th December 2025 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ann, if desired, may be made payable to Angel Eyes N.I directly below. Ann will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by the entire family circle.

“We shared so much together, laughter, joy and tears, now all we have are the memories, of those happy, happy, years.”

Thompson – Rachel, 22^nd November 2025, late of Portview Court, Portavogie. Beloved wife of Robert, loving and deeply loved mother of Laura, cherished sister, aunt and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Rachel’s life will held at 10.30 am on Saturday 29^th November 2025 in Portavogie Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Kirkistown Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Rachel, if desired, may be made payable to (Ward 27) Mental Health – Ulster Hospital, Dundonald directly below. Rachel will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

“Till we meet again.”

Thompson – Robert (Ronald), Called Home 16th November 2025, peacefully, at hospital, his loving family by his side, late of Bangor, formerly of Portavogie. Beloved husband of the late Beth (née Devoy), devoted father of Sandra, highly respected father-in-law of Martin, dearly loved grandfather of Charlotte and Dane. A Service of Thanksgiving for Ronald’s life will be held at 9.30 am on Saturday 22^nd November 2025 in Ebenezer Gospel Hall, Church Street, Bangor, followed by burial in Clandeboye Cemetery at 11.00 am. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ronald, if desired, may be made payable to Cancer Research N.I directly below. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the entire family circle.

Psalm 16 v11 “Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in Thy presence is fullness of joy; at Thy right hand, there are pleasures for evermore.”

Martin – Margaret (Rita), 14^th November 2025, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Donaghadee Road, Millisle. Beloved wife of Robert, deeply loved mother of Pamela and Sharon, highly respected mother-in-law of Michael, cherished grandmother of Nicola, Martin, Zoe and Alex. A Service of Thanksgiving for Rita’s life will held at 1.00 pm on Tuesday 18^th November 2025 in Millisle & Ballycopeland Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Ballyvester Cemetery. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Rita, if desired, may be made payable to Aware NI or Marie Curie directly below. Rita will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

“At Rest”

Webb – Jordan Victor Foster (Wolfy), tragically taken, 3^rd November 2025, late of Portavogie. Deeply, deeply loved son of Victoria and Stuart, adored big brother of Jessica and her husband Jack, Sophie and Grayson, cherished grandson of Victor and Mara, dearly loved grandson of Raymond and Frances and doting uncle of Eva. A Celebration for Jordan’s life will held at 11.00 am on Wednesday 12^th November 2025 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Jordan, if desired, may be made payable to Air Ambulance NI directly below. A Book of Condolence will be available in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, between 2.00 & 4.00 pm and 7.00 & 8.30 pm on Tuesday 11^th November 2025 for members of the community wishing to pay their respects. Jordan’s family extend a warm invitation to join them for refreshments in Ballywalter Bowling Club from 1.00 pm following the Service and Committal. Jordan will be sorely missed but lovingly remembered.

“Peace, perfect peace.”

Denkowski – Tony, 2nd November 2025, peacefully, at hospital, his loving family by his side, late of Main Street, Ballywalter. Cherished son of the late Stanislaw and Ellen, dearly loved brother of Kitrina, Marie and the late Stanley and Bertie, highly respected brother-in-law of Shirlene, adored uncle of Andrea, Keri, James, Jervis, Helena and Katy. A Service of Thanksgiving for Tony’s life will held at 11.00 am on Saturday 8^th November 2025 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Tony, if desired, may be made payable to Parkinson’s NI directly below. Tony will be sadly missed by his entire family circle, friends, neighbours and the community of Ballywalter.

“At Peace”