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Wills – Elizabeth (née Mawhinney), Called Home 7th March 2026, peacefully, at Rocky Acres Residential Care Home, formerly of Portavogie. Devoted wife of the late Henry, deeply loved sister of William and George. A Service of Thanksgiving for Elizabeth’s life will be held at 10.30 am on Friday 13th March 2026 in Ebenezer Gospel Hall, Portavogie, followed by burial in Kirkistown Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Elizabeth, if desired, may be made payable to Macmillan Cancer Support directly below. Callers welcome to join the family at Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ between 6.00 pm and 8.00 pm on Thursday 12th March 2026. Elizabeth will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by her entire family circle and fondly remembered for her friendliness and kindness.
“Redeemed”
Woods – Edith Bennett, 6th March 2026, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Springfield Gardens, Portavogie. Deeply loved wife of James, much loved mum of Emma, dear mother-in-law of Robert, adored granny of Matthew, Katlyn, Sophie and Taylor. A Service of Thanksgiving for Edith’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Thursday 12th March 2026 in Glastry Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Edith, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Edith will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Your restless days are over, your sleepless nights are past. God put His arms around you and gave you peace at last.”
Armstrong – William (Willie), 4th March 2026, peacefully, at home, his loving family by his side, late of Movilla Road, Newtownards. Beloved husband of the late Lillias, deeply loved father of Trevor, Willie, Rosemary and Colin, a highly respected father-in-law and an adored granda (Da) and great-granda (Da). A Service of Thanksgiving for Willie’s life will be held at 11.30 am on Wednesday 11th March 2026 in Glastry Methodist Church, followed by committal in Kirkistown Cemetery at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Callers welcome at the family home anytime. Donations in memory of Willie, if desired, may be made payable to Dementia NI directly below. Willie will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“At home with the Lord.”
Girvan – Angela (née Irvine), 26th February 2026, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Westland Drive, Ballywalter, formerly of Tullywest, Saintfield. Devoted wife of the late Thomas (Tommy), deeply loved mother of Kathleen, Heather and the late Rosalind and Tom, dear mother-in-law of James and Stephen, cherished grandma of Philip, Gary, Natalie, Nathan and Sarah. A Service of Thanksgiving for Angela’s life will be held at 12.30 pm on Wednesday 4th March 2026 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in 2nd Saintfield Presbyterian Churchyard at approximately 3.30 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Angela, if desired, may be made payable to the Macmillan Unit – Ulster Hospital directly below. Callers welcome at Angela’s late home between 4.00 pm & 9.00 pm on Tuesday 3rd March 2026. Angela will be forever missed and lovingly remembered.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus.”
Hall– Clair, 16th February 2026, peacefully, at hospital, her loving family by her side, late of New Road, Carrowdore. Beloved wife of Leonard, deeply loved and cherished mum of Amy, Wayne and (twins) Victoria and Tamara, highly respected mother-in-law of Andrew, devoted granny of Cameron, Jorja, Amelia, Archie, Vinnie, Charlie, Maisie and Lillie. A Service of Thanksgiving for Clair’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. Flowers welcome. Anyone wishing to attend the Service are kindly asked to wear colourful clothing, reflecting Clair’s joyful personality. Clair will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her entire family circle and her loyal companions Roxy (the dog), Carly (the parrot) and Kitty (Crip the cat).
“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure; you were loved by so many and will be missed beyond measure.”
“Precious in the sight of the Lord, is the death of His Saints.” Psalm 116: v15
Uprichard – Jean (née Belshaw), 16th February 2026, peacefully, late of Main Street, Ballywalter. Dearly loved mother, sister, nanny and great-nanny. A Service of Thanksgiving for Jean’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Tuesday 24th February 2026 in Holy Trinity Parish, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Jean, if desired, may be made payable to Ballywalter Parish Church directly below. Jean will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“At Peace.”
Williams – Maureen, 8th February 2026, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Greyabbey Road, Ballywalter. A Service of Thanksgiving for Maureen’s life will be held at 10.00 am on Friday 13th February 2026 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 11.00 am. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Maureen, if desired, may be made payable to Ballywalter Parish Church directly below. Maureen will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her entire family circle, her neighbours and her many friends at home and abroad.
“You meant so much, to all of us.”
McCance – Elizabeth (Betty), 5th February 2026, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Innishargie Road, Kircubbin. Beloved wife of the late Norman, loving and deeply loved mum of Audrey and Pamela, highly respected mother-in-law of Philip and the late David and adored granny of Jonathan and Andrew. Following a private family committal, a Service of Thanksgiving for Betty’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Thursday 12th February 2026 in Glastry Methodist Church. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Betty, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke directly below. Betty will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her entire family circle at home and abroad.
“God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts.”
Allan – Rosemary (née Taggart), 29th 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 3rd 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.”