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Hughes – Robert Taylor (Bobby), 11th September 2019, peacefully at hospital, late of Springfield Gardens, Portavogie. Devoted husband of the late Hetty, dearly loved father of Kenneth, cherished father-in-law of Anella and deeply loved grandfather of Zara and her husband Harry, Rachel and her husband Daniel and Luke. A Service of Thanksgiving for Bobby’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Saturday 14th September 2019 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Glastry Presbyterian Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Bobby, if desired, may be made payable to Help for Heroes c/o Adair Funeral Directors (address as above). Friends welcome to call at his son Kenneth and daughter-in-law Anella’s home, 141 Rubane Road, Kirkistown, Kircubbin BT22 1AX. Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family and his beloved dog “Flo.”

Keenan – Elizabeth Ann (Lilly), 7th September 2019, peacefully, at the Ulster Hospital, Dundonald, her loving family by her side, late of Springwell Road, Groomsport. Devoted wife of the late James (Jim), dearly loved mum of William (Billy) and cherished granny of Jamie. A Service of Thanksgiving for Elizabeth Ann’s life will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 11th September 2019 in Millisle & Ballycopeland Presbyterian Church, followed by committal at Christ Church, Carrowdore. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Elizabeth Ann, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. ”At Rest.”

Angus – Joan (née Johnston), 9th August 2019, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Ballygarvin, Kircubbin. Devoted wife of the late Joe, loving sister of Lena, Sadie and Fred, dearly loved mum of Edward, Christine, Ian, Kenneth and Noel, cherished mother-in-law, granny and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Joan’s life will be held on Tuesday 13th August 2019 at 2.00pm in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Greyabbey. Friends welcome to call at her son Kenneth’s home, 22 Inishargy Road, Kircubbin BT22 2RG. Family flowers only please.  Donations in memory of Joan, if desired, may be made payable to the charity of your choice, either, Parkinson’s NI or Dementia NI c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. “Two tired hands are resting, the voice we loved is still, the one who did so much for us, is resting at God’s will.” 

McMillan – Margaret, 22nd July 2019, peacefully at hospital, her loving family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Samuel (Wingrove Gardens, Belfast) and dear mother of Jim, Brian, Clare and the late Robert.  A Service of Celebration for the  life of Margaret will be held at 10.30am on Thursday 25th July 2019 in St Donard’s Parish Church, Bloomfield Road, Belfast, followed by committal in Magheradroll Parish Churchyard, Church Street, Ballynahinch (arrival approximately 1.15pm). Family flowers only please by request.  Donations in memory of Margaret, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. Will be sadly missed by her loving sons, daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the entire family circle.  

Brown – John, 21st July 2019, peacefully, his loving family by his side, late of Silverbirch Road, Bangor. Devoted husband of the late Ann, big brother to Gerald and Julia (“his little sister”), dearly loved dad of Michael, adored father-in-law of Karen and cherished granda of Chloe and Daniel. A Service of Thanksgiving for John’s life will be held at 10.30am on Friday 26th July 2019 in Bangor Parish Church, followed by committal in Roselawn Crematorium at 1.00pm.No flowers or black ties please by request.  Donations in memory of John, if desired, may be made payable to Cancer Research NI c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. “Two tired hands are resting, the voice we loved is still, the one who did so much for us, is resting at God’s will.” 

Jones – Peter Charles, 18th July 2019, at Croagh Patrick Care Home, Donaghadee, formerly of Abbey Road, Millisle. Peter’s Cremation Service will take place at 9.30am on Thursday 25th July 2019 in Roselawn Crematorium “At Rest.” 

Robinson – Elizabeth (Betty), 12th July 2019, peacefully at Bangor Care Home, formerly of Groomsport Road, Bangor. Betty was interred in Clandeboye Cemetery on Thursday 18th July 2019. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle.

Bingham – William (Billy), 3rd July 2019, suddenly but peacefully at home, late of Oak Avenue, Ballyhalbert. Deeply loved husband of Margaret, devoted dad and granda. Funeral Service will be held at 2.30pm on Monday 8th July 2019 in Roselawn Crematorium. Family flowers only please. “My soul mate.” 

Adair – Gibson (Gibby), 7th June 2019, peacefully, late of Springfield Gardens, Portavogie, formerly of Ballyhalbert. Devoted son of the late Burch and Fannie Adair. A Service of Thanksgiving for Gibson’s life will be held at 3.00pm on Sunday 9th June 2019 in Glastry Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in the adjoining churchyard. Will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.. “At Rest.”

Winter – Elizabeth (Lucille), 24th May 2019, peacefully at home, late of Ballywalter. Beloved wife of John, devoted mum of William, deeply loved sister of Isobel and Ernest, cherished granny of Beth, Adam, Josh and Emma and dearly loved friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Lucille’s life will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 29th May 2019 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery. Family flowers only please.  Donations in memory of Lucille, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. “In life and death, Christ is our hope.”