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Carson – Angus (Portavogie). Passed away peacefully, at home, on the 28th June 2025, his loving family by his side, following a period of illness. Much loved and devoted husband of Jean, father of Alan and Paul, mentor to the wider family circle, highly-respected local Councillor and former Mayor of Ards Borough Council. A Service of Thanksgiving for Angus’s life will be held at 10.30 am on Wednesday 2nd July 2025 in Portavogie Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Kirkistown Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Angus, if kindly desired, may be made payable to Belfast City Mission directly below. A warm invitation is extended to anyone wishing to pay their respects to Angus, to call at the family home, 11 Killyvolgan Road, Ballywalter BT22 2NX. Angus will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“We will meet on that beautiful shore.”
Gibson – Charlotte (née Millar), 24th June 2025, peacefully, at home, late of Stump Road, Ballywalter. Devoted mum of Robert, Debbie, Darlene and Julieann, adored nanny of Kenzie, Lexie, Clark Junior, Makena, Blake, Dylan, Scarlett and Darren Junior. A Service of Celebration for Charlotte’s life will be held at 2.00 pm on Wednesday 2nd July 2025 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Charlotte, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Charlotte will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her family, friends and neighbours.
“At Peace.”
Sykes –Alexander (Al), 23rd June 2025, peacefully, at Ailsa Lodge Nursing Home, formerly Manselton Close, Bangor. Beloved husband of Christine. House and funeral arrangements strictly private. No flowers please by request. Al will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“At Rest.”
Stevenson – John, 19th June 2025, peacefully, his loving family by his side, late of Fern Grove, Bangor. Deeply loved son of Irene and the late Rodney, cherished brother of Caroline and her husband Stephen, adored uncle of George and Ellie, doting daddy to his little furry princess Maddie and loyal friend too many. A Celebration for John’s life will be held at 10.00 am on Saturday 28th June 2025 in Roselawn Crematorium. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of John, if desired, may be made payable to Samaritans directly below. John will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Peacefully sleeping.”
McCutcheon – Isabella (Belle), 14th June 2025, peacefully, at hospital, her loving family by her side, late of Greyabbey Road, Ballywalter. Devoted mum of the late Stephanie, dearly loved sister of Robert, Elizabeth, Stephen, Jessie and Tommy, highly respected mother-in-law of Derek, cherished nanny of Chloe and Courtney, great-nanny of Ethan and Skye, adored aunt, great-aunt and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Belle’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Friday 20th June 2025 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Belle, if desired, may be made payable to Macmillan Cancer Support directly below. A warm invitation is extended to those wishing to pay their respects to Belle by calling at the family home, 6 Greyabbey Road, Ballywalter, were you will be made most welcome. Belle will be forever loved and remembered always.
“A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold, never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.”
Moore – Dorothy (née Stewart), 10th June 2025, peacefully, in the loving arms of her devoted husband Frankie, late of Henderson Drive, Bangor. Cherished sister of George and Robert, deeply loved mum of Michael Moore (Stone – England), Sharon Harrison (Oklahoma City), and Jonathan Moore (Seoul – South Korea), cherished mother-in-law of Kate, John and Jieun, adored nana of Nathan and his wife Alicja, Joshua and his wife Kailyn, Caitlin, Stewart, Connor, Charlotte, Joshua and Jacob, great-nana to Freya, Morgan, Jason and Dean. Following Committal at Roselawn Crematorium on Saturday 14th June 2025 at 9.20 am, to which all are welcome to attend, the family extends a very warm invitation to The Stormont Hotel from 10.00 am onwards to celebrate Dorothy’s life. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Dorothy, if desired, may be made payable to, The Salvation Army directly below. Dorothy will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus.”
McDowell – Jean (née Bentham), 9th June 2025, peacefully, late of Carribeg Avenue, Newtownards. Beloved wife of the late Andy, sister of the late Margaret, Elizabeth and Jackie, cherished sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and friend. Funeral arrangements strictly private, honouring Jean’s personal wishes. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Jean, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Jean will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus.”
Kerr – Fred J, 25th May 2025, late of Riverside Road, Bangor. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, devoted Dad of Grace, Emma and the late Heather, cherished Grango of Fergus, Shane, Olivia-Rose, Finn and Owen. A Service of Thanksgiving for Fred’s life will be held at 1.30 pm on Friday 30th May 2025 in Bangor Abbey. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Fred, if desired, may be made payable to The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity (RVH), directly below. Fred will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold, never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.”
Robinson – John Gilbert, 26th May 2025, peacefully, at home. Beloved husband of Ann and loving father of Joanne. House private please. A Graveside Service will be held at 11.00 am on Friday 30th May 2025 in Movilla Cemetery. Flowers welcome.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus.”
Cromie – Eliza (Jean), née Dickie, 26th April 2025, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Bog Road, Portavogie. Beloved wife of Bert, devoted mother of Gareth and Linda, highly respected mother-in-law of Troy and Gavin and adored granny of Cate and Cooper. A Service of Thanksgiving for Jean’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Friday 2nd May 2025 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ followed by a committal in Greyabbey Cemetery at 12 noon. House private. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Jean, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Jean will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her family, friends and neighbours.
“At Peace”