Knox – Leslie, 17^th March 2023, unexpectedly, at home, late of Main Street, Conlig. Much loved son of George and the late Ann, loving dad of Sophie, adored brother of Margaret, cherished uncle and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Leslie’s life will be held at 11.00am on Friday 24^th March 2023 in West Church Kilcooley, Drumhirk Drive, followed by committal in Clandeboye Cemetery at 12noon. Family flowers only please. Leslie will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered. “At Rest.”

Hume – Gordon, 8^th March 2023, peacefully, late of St Andrews Lane, Ballyhalbert. Deeply loved husband of Linda, much loved dad of Carolyn and Amy, highly respected father- in-law of Ian, adored papa of Molly, Anna and Harry, cherished brother, uncle and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Gordon’s life will be held at 12noon on Monday 13^th March 2023 in Adair Funeral Home, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Gordon, if desired, may be made payable to Dementia NI c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. Gordon will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered. “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.”

Massey – Georgina, 5^th March 2023, suddenly, at home, late of Rathgill Green, Bangor. Devoted wife of the late Sammy, loving partner to the late Jim McFetridge, deeply loved mum of Julie and the late Stuart, highly regarded mother-in-law of Johnathan, adored nanny of Samantha, Sarah-Louise, Dean, Emily, Evie and Ollie, precious daughter of Peggy and cherished sister of Reta. A Service of Thanksgiving for Georgina’s life will be held at 1.20pm on Tuesday 14^th March 2023 in Roselawn Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Georgina, if desired, may be made payable to NI Hospice c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. Georgina will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered. “At Peace.”

Warnock – Samuel, Called Home 25^th February 2023, peacefully, late of The Point, Warnocks Road, Portavogie. Devoted husband of the late Jean, loving father to Neil and Janeen, highly respected father- in-law of Kathryn and Chris, adored granda of Jenna, Cara, Sam, Anna and Alexander, cherished uncle, great-uncle, friend and idolised by his little companion, his wee dog Poppy. A Service of Thanksgiving for Samuel’s life will be held at 2.30pm on Thursday 2^nd March 2023 in Glastry Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Samuel, if desired, may be made payable to Diabetes – UK (N.I) c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. Callers welcome at his son Neil’s home, 32 Warnocks Road, Portavogie BT22 1BX between 2.00pm & 8.00pm, Tuesday and Wednesday. Samuel will be sadly, sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his entire family circle, his Church and his friends for the character that he was. “Passed on to calmer seas.”

McVea – Eric, 24^th February 2023, peacefully, at home, late of Manse Road, Carrowdore. Devoted husband of the late Ruth, dearly loved dad of Peter and Christine, highly respected father-in-law of Susanne and Jim, cherished brother, uncle, pappy, great-pappy and friend. House and funeral arrangements strictly private, honouring Eric’s personal wishes. Family flowers only please. Eric will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “Till we meet again. At home with the Lord.”

McConnell – Jane (Jean), 19^th February 2023, suddenly, at home, late of Well Close, Ballywalter. Much loved mum of John, Robert, Nicola and Thomas, loving sister of Palmer, adored granny and great-granny. A Service of Thanksgiving for Jean’s life will be held at 12 noon on Friday 24^th February 2023 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 1.00pm. House private. Family flowers only please. Jean will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “At Peace.”

Cromie – William (Billy), 25^th January 2023, peacefully, late of Main Street, Ballywalter. Deeply loved dad of Stephen and Leigh, highly respected father-in-law of Elaine and Ric, adored granda of Brian, Kelis and Kaiden. A Service of Thanksgiving for Billy’s life will be held at 1.00pm on Tuesday 31^st January 2023 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 2.00pm. No flowers please by request. Billy will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “In life he lived for those he loved and those he loved remember.”

Orr – Alexander Bailie, 16^th January 2023, aged 88 years, late of Moat Road, Ballyhalbert. Devoted husband of the late Moira, dearly loved daddy of Elaine and Jeremy, adored gramps of Jordan and Patrick, great-gramps to Niamh, highly respected brother-in law and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Bailie’s life will be held at 10.00am on Monday 23^rd January 2023 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Bailie, if desired, may be made payable to The Intensive Care Unit – Ulster Hospital c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. The family would like to offer their heartfelt and sincere thanks to the local communities for their overwhelming help and support during recent events. Bailie will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “Time slips past but memories last.”

Caughey – Edmund Clifford, Called Home 3^rd January 2023, peacefully, in his 93^rd year, late of Springhill Avenue, Bangor.  Beloved husband of Esme. A Service of Thanksgiving for Clifford’s life will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday 24^th January 2023 in Roselawn Crematorium. No flowers please by request. Esme and family extend a warm invitation to join them for refreshments at Carnalea Golf Club, Bangor, from 1.00pm, following the Service. Clifford will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “So mote it be.”

Gordon – Aaron (Boogle), 3^rd January 2023, peacefully, late of Moyle Hill, Ballywalter. Much loved partner of Edwina and dearly loved son, brother and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Boogle’s life will be held at 12 noon on Thursday 12^th January 2023 in Adair Funeral Home, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery. Flowers welcome or donations in memory of Boogle, if desired, may be made payable to Friends of the Cancer Centre – Belfast City Hospital c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. House strictly private please. Boogle will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “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.”