Glendinning – Olive (née Brown), Called Home on the 14^th of August 2025, peacefully, at Ard Cuan Residential Home, Portaferry, her loving family by her side, late of Portview Heights, Portavogie, formerly of Magherafelt. Beloved wife of the late Jim, devoted mum of Ron, Norman and Joan, highly respected mother-in-law of Esther, Lorraine and James, cherished nana of Hannah, Ruth, Jenna, Stefanie, Keith, Adam and Andrew, a loving great-nana, sister, aunt and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Olive’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Wednesday 20^th August 2025 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Olive, if desired, may be made payable to Ard Cuan Residents Comfort Fund directly below. Olive will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

 “Re-united with Jim in the presence of the Lord.”

Neville – William Henry (Harry), 3^rd August 2025, peacefully, at hospital, after a short illness, late of Greyabbey Road, Ballywalter. Dear son of the late Samuel and Agnes, beloved husband of the late Cis, devoted dad of the late Mark, highly respected father-in-law of Karen, cherished pop of Craig and wife Laura, Scott and partner Georgia, doting great-grand pop of Aria and Mia, dear brother-in-law, cousin, uncle and lifelong friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Harry’s long and healthy life will be held at 12 noon on Friday 8^th August 2025 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 1.00 pm, after which, all are invited to join Harry’s family for refreshments at Ballywalter Bowling and Recreational Club. Both family homes strictly private please. Anyone wishing to pay their respects will be made most welcome at Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, Tuesday 11.00 am – 4.00 pm and Wednesday 10.00 am – 8.30 pm. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Harry, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke directly below.  Harry will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered. Home at last with his loving wife, son and two little daughters.

“Two tired hands are resting, the voice we love is still, the one who did so much for us, is resting at God’s will.”

Atkinson – Eveline (née Field), 25th July 2025, peacefully, at hospital, her loving family by her side, late of Bangor, formerly of Gilnahirk. Devoted wife of Colin, loving mum of Julie, Erin and Mark, cherished nannie, great-nannie, sister, aunt and friend. Following a private family committal, a Service of Thanksgiving for Eveline’s life will be held at 1.00 pm on Thursday 31^st July 2025 in St Columbanus Parish Church, Ballyholme. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Eveline, if desired, may be made payable to Dementia NI directly below. Eveline will be sorely missed but lovingly remembered.   

“Peacefully Sleeping.”

Maguire – Paul, 25th July 2025, peacefully, at hospital, his loving family by his side, late of Elmwood Drive, Bangor. Deeply loved brother of John, Ann, Frank and Mary, highly respected brother-in-law of Desmond, adored uncle and loyal friend to many. A Celebration for Paul’s life will be held at 10.30 am on Wednesday 30^th July 2025 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by interment in Clandeboye Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Paul, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. 

“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you were loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. Sleep tight our beautiful Paul.”

Nevin – Anne (née Love), 19th July 2025, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Bramblewood Care Home, Bangor, formerly of Victoria Road, Ballyhalbert. Cherished mother of Janet and Jennifer, grandmother of Katie, sister of John and sister in-law of Leslie. House strictly private please. A Service of Thanksgiving for Anne’s life will be held at 10.00 am on Thursday 24th July 2025 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in St Mary’s Churchyard, Ballymascanlon at approximately 12.30 pm. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Anne, if desired, may be made payable to Dementia NI directly below. Anne will be sorely missed but lovingly remembered.

“Peacefully sleeping.”

Palmer – Vera (née Warnock), Called Home on the 15th July 2025, peacefully, her loving family by her side, late of Hillside, Portavogie. Devoted wife of Stephen, adored mother of Andrew, Mark and Stephen, highly respected mother-in-law of Christine, Joanna and Catherine, cherished Gee-Gee of Aimee, Zak, John, Annie, Reuben, Adam and Oscar, precious daughter of Isobell and the late Earl, dearly loved sister of Alistair and Shaw, faithful friend to Jean and Margaret. Callers welcome at the family home, 1 Hillside, Portavogie BT22 1EZ. Service from the family home, for family and close friends,  at 10:00 am on Saturday 19^th July 2025, followed by a Graveside Service in Kirkistown Cemetery  at 11:00 am to which all are welcome to attend. Vera’s family extend a warm invitation to join them for refreshments afterwards in Portavogie Presbyterian Church Hall. Flowers welcome. Donations in memory of Vera, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke directly below. Vera will be sorely missed but lovingly remembered.

“In God’s care.”

Irvine – Betty (Elizabeth), née Mahood, 12th July 2025, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Main Road, Portavogie.  Devoted wife of Jimmy, adored mother of James, highly respected mother-in-law of Debbie, cherished granny of Lauren, Emma and Ryan, great-granny of Elijah, Edith, Elsie and Eve. A Service of Thanksgiving for Betty’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Friday 18^th July 2025 in Portavogie Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Kirkistown Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Betty, if desired, may be made payable to either Dementia NI or Macmillan Cancer Support directly below. Betty will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.

“A life well lived, a rest well earned.”

Andrews – June, Called Home on the 10^th of July 2025, peacefully, at hospital, her loving family by her side, formerly of High Street, Ballyhalbert. Devoted wife of the late Stanley, adored mother, highly respected mother-in-law, cherished nanny and great-nanny.  A Service of Thanksgiving for June’s life will be held at 10.30 am on Thursday 17th July 2025 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Movilla Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of June, if desired, may be made payable to Dementia NI directly below. June will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her family and friends.

“Redeemed by the precious blood of Christ.”

Gordon – Annie, 6^th July 2025, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Main Road, Cloughey. Beloved wife of the late Andrew, deeply loved mother of Lorna, Vivienne, Oswald and the late Aaron, devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. A Celebration for Annie’s life will be held at 12.30 pm on Thursday 10^th July 2025 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by interment in Kirkistown Cemetery at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Annie, if desired, may be made payable to Dementia NI directly below.  Annie will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

“At Peace”

Carson – Angus (Portavogie). Passed away peacefully, at home, on the 28^th 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 2^nd 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.”