Allan – Rosemary (née Taggart), 29^th January 2026, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Islandview Gardens, Greyabbey. Beloved wife of the late Roy, loving and deeply loved mummy of Joanne, Michelle and Kelly, highly respected mother-in-law of Gary, adored nanny of Reece, Kelsey, Cerys, Elle, Dylan, Ethan and Jacob and proud great-granny (“GG”) of Rosie and Cooper. A Service of Thanksgiving for Rosemary’s life will held at 10.00 am Tuesday 3^rd February 2026 in St. Saviour’s Parish Church, Greyabbey, followed by committal in Greyabbey Cemetery at 11.00 am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Rosemary, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Rosemary will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her entire family circle and her little furry friend Bentley.

“Tired and weary you made no fuss, you tried so hard to stay with us, God closed your eyes and gave you rest, for He alone knows what is best.”

Conn – Martha, Called Home 28th January 2026, peacefully, late of Belfast Road, Bangor. Devoted wife of the late Billy, loving mother of John, Jackson, Philip and Stephen, highly respected mother-in-law, adored granny and great-granny. Funeral arrangements strictly private honouring Martha’s wishes. No flowers please by request. Martha will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her family and many friends.

“At Home with the Lord.”

McCullough – Florence Amy (née Dalzell), 16^th January 2026, peacefully at home, with her loving family by her side, late of Ballycastle Road, Newtownards.  Beloved wife of Hugh and deeply loved mother and grandmother. Funeral arrangements strictly private honouring Florence’s wishes. No flowers please by request. She will be sadly missed and always lovingly remembered.

“Home is behind, the world ahead, and there are many paths to tread. Through shadow, to the edge of night, until the stars are all alight.” The Little Bagginses

Heald – Ronald (Ronnie) – Called Home, 19th January 2026, peacefully, at Comber Care Home, with his darling girls by his side, late of Castle Manor, Carrowdore. Beloved husband of Iris, father of the late James, deeply loved by Dorothy, devoted and cherished granda of Victoria, Emma and Hannah, treasured great-granda of Cora and Joshua, precious brother of Sheila, Jimmy and Sandra. Following a private family committal, a Service of Thanksgiving for Ronnie’s life will be held at 12 noon on Monday 26^th January 2026 in Carrowdore and Ballyfrenis Presbyterian Church. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ronnie, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest Heart & Stroke directly below. Ronnie will be lovingly remembered and held forever in the hearts of the entire family circle. While Ronnie will be deeply missed, we find comfort in knowing he is safely home in the arms of Jesus.

“Gone to Glory.”

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.”