Manley – Heather, 12th May 2026, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Stump Road, Ballywalter. Deeply loved and devoted wife of Derek, dedicated mum of Charlotte, Robin and Richard, highly respected mother-in-law, doting granny of Joe, Skye, Jackson and Billy, proud great-granny of AJ, dearly loved sister, aunt and loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Heather’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Tuesday 19th May 2026 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. House strictly private. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Heather, if desired, may be made payable to Macmillan Cancer Support directly below. Heather 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.”
Reid – Jasmine, 5th May 2026, peacefully, her devoted family by her side, late of Beechvale Nursing Home, Newtownards, formerly Springvale Road, Ballywalter. Beloved wife of the late George, deeply loved mother of Shirley, Stephen, Derek, Janice, Belinda and Julie, highly respected mother-in-law of Thomas, Heather, Jane, Daniel, Mark and Norman, dearly loved and cherished by her 15 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Committal will take place in Colebrooke Parish Churchyard, Fermanagh BT94 4DU on Monday 11th May 2026 at 12 noon. A Service of Thanksgiving for Jasmine’s life will be held on Tuesday 12th May 2026 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church at 11.00 am, after which all are warmly invited to join the family for refreshments in the Church Hall. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Jasmine, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest Heart & Stroke directly below. Jasmine will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her entire family circle.
“The Lord will give strength unto his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace.”
Yeates – Fran (née Galloway), 1st May 2026, peacefully, at hospital, her loving family by her side, late of Barnagh Park, Donaghadee. Deeply loved wife of John, loving and devoted mum of Emma, Christopher and Jordan, cherished sister of Brian and the late George, highly respected sister-in-law of Valarie and a wonderful aunt, cousin and loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Fran’s life will be held on Wednesday 13th May 2026 in Christ Church Carrowdore at 11.00 am followed by committal in Roselawn Crematorium at 12.40 pm. Attendees are welcome to wear casual dress and no black attire. House private. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Fran, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest Heart & Stroke directly below. Fran will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her entire family and her little dog Buddy.
“I’m fine.”
Fulton – Grace, Called Home on the 29th April 2026, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Brookfield Drive, Ballywalter, formerly of Ballyatwood. Daughter of the late Walter and Renee Fulton, cherished sister of Stanley, Ruth, Hazel, Stephen, Walter, Daniel and the late Christine and Jean, highly respected sister-in-law, adored aunt and great-aunt. Following a private family burial, a Service of Thanksgiving for Grace’s life will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday 6th May 2026 in Cardy Gospel Hall. House strictly private. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Grace, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Grace will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered for her caring and compassionate nature.
Psalm 116:15
“Precious in the sight of the Lord, is the death of His saints.”
Hunter – Caroline (Carol), 24th April 2026, peacefully, at hospital, following a sudden short illness, her loving family by her side, late of Brookfield Drive, Ballywalter. Only child of the late Samuel and Caroline Patterson, beloved wife of the late Leslie, devoted mum of her three daughters Karen, Paula and Gillian, cherished nanny of her five grandchildren Craig (Laura), Gareth (Claire), Scott (Georgia), Carly and Thomas, doting great-nanny of Lilly, Hudson, Ellie, Aria, Grayson, Bobby, Mia and another little great-granddaughter soon to be born, a dear cousin and loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Carol’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Thursday 30th April 2026 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. Attendees are welcome to wear bright colours and everyone is warmly invited to join Carol’s family afterwards for refreshments in the Parochial Hall. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Carol, if desired, may be made payable to Make a Wish Foundation (UK) directly below, a charity close to Carol’s heart. Carol will be so sadly missed but so lovingly remembered. Re-united with her beloved Leslie.
“When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure.”
Johnston – David, Called Home 13th April 2026, peacefully, at hospital, his loving family by his side, late of Inishargy Road, Kircubbin. Devoted husband of Priscilla. Following a private family burial, a Service of Thanksgiving for David’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Tuesday 21st April 2026 in Ballyhalbert Gospel Hall. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of David, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. David will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by many for his sincerity and loyalty.
“Redeemed”
Thompson – Hugh, 9th April 2026, at home, his loving family by his side, late of Seahaven Avenue, Portavogie. Deeply loved husband of Elspeth, loving and devoted daddy of Hugh, Pauline and Richie, highly respected father-in-law of Lyn, Johnnie and Lesley-Ann, adored granda of Elizabeth, Sheridan, Kathryn, Arran, Jade, Nathan, Rhys, Bailie and Pippa, proud great-granda of Ryan, Ethan, Jaydan, Dawson, Darcie and Savannah, cherished brother of Nana, Robert and Sennie, wonderful brother-in-law, uncle and loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Hugh’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Wednesday 15th April 2026 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Kirkistown Cemetery at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Hugh, if desired, may be made payable to Macmillan Cancer Support directly below. Hugh will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Absent from the body, present with the Lord.”
McCullough – Hugh Alexander, 24th March 2026, peacefully, at hospital, his loving family by his side, late of Ballycastle Road, Newtownards. Beloved husband of the late Florence, deeply loved father and grandfather. Funeral arrangements strictly private honouring Hugh’s wishes. No flowers please by request. Hugh will be sadly missed and always lovingly remembered.
“I would rather spend one lifetime with you, than face all the ages of this world alone – forever our champion, forever the golden shot.”
McKee – Ellie, Called Home 11th March 2026, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Back Road, Ballyhalbert, formerly of Ballywalter. Deeply loved mum of Joanne, Alyson and Samuel, highly respected mother-in-law of Samuel, Ramsey and Ruth, cherished nanny of William, Johannes, William, Shannon and the late Kirsten. A Service of Thanksgiving for Ellie’s life will be held at 10.30 am on Tuesday 17th March 2026 in Ballyhalbert Gospel Hall, followed by burial in Greyabbey Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ellie, if desired, may be made payable to Brittle Bone Society directly below. Ellie will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Safe in God’s keeping”
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”