Bibiana O'Connell (née Teague) 1 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone.

O’Connell (nee Teague) 1 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone, 13th July 2025  (Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family) Bibiana (Mrs O’Connell)  RIP, beloved wife of the late Vincent, much loved mother of Ciaran, Vincent, Bronac, Bibiana, Fionnuala, John, Ruairi, Michael and Brian and loving sister of Bernadette, Carmel, Kevin, Eugene and the late Kathleen, Seamus , Lawrence, Sean, Patricia, and Vivian.

“House Private Please” NB: family, friends, neighbours and especially all mums Chapel and Charismatic friends are very welcome.

Bibiana’s remains will be removed from her late residence on Wednesday 16th July at 6.30pm to St Mary’s Church, Portglenone. Requiem Mass on Thursday 17th July at 11am followed by burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: The Vocation Society of St. Joseph / St. Vincent De Paul” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Laura Lazdane, 129 Dunclug Gardens, Ballymena.

Lazdane, 129 Dunclug Gardens, Ballymena, 6th July 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Laura RIP, beloved partner of Aigars Berci, much loved mother of Eliza and Linda, loving daughter of Mara and dear sister of Oskars.

A private funeral and cremation for Laura will take place at a later date.

Deeply regretted by her sorrowing partner, family and many friends who loved her so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul.

Detail enquiries to WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Lenore McNally (née Erwin), 17 Kintyre Park, Ballymena.

McNally (née Erwin), 17 Kintyre Park, Ballymena, 9th July 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Lenore, beloved wife of John, much loved mother of Kayleigh, loving sister of Joanne, Michelle, Rhonda, Leanne and the late Bobby, precious grandmother of Shea, Rocco, Lola, Kaiya, Brax and the late Lenox and dear sister in law of Patricia, Kevin, Seamus, Leo, Sue and the late Bernie.

Lenore’s wake officially began at her late residence on Saturday 12th July at 11am. Her remains left from there on Monday 14th July at 10.30am for 11am service in Ballykeel Presbyterian Church, burial immediately afterwards in Ballee Council Cemetery.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm and 11am.

Lenore’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, daughter, son in law Brian, sisters, grandchildren, brothers and sisters in law and all her family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: Marie Curie Cancer Care” c/o the family. 

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

T J Cudden, Magherafelt.

Cudden, Magherafelt, 5th July 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) T.J. RIP, precious son of recently deceased Karen, and Tom, loving fiancé of Laura and much loved brother of Clarice, Calvin and Sarah.

T.J.’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner), Portglenone, BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Tuesday 8th July between 5pm - 9pm. A private funeral service and cremation will follow at a later date.

T.J.’s passing is deeply regretted by his sorrowing fiancé, father, brother, sisters, cousins and entire family circle. Safe with his mummy in the arms of Jesus.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Roy Marshall, 1 Tully Crescent, Cushendall and formerly Portglenone.

Marshall (1 Tully Crescent, Cushendall) 6th July 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Roy RIP, beloved husband of Katrina, much loved father of Kellie (McHugh), Barry and Catherine and loving brother of the late Liddy, Noel, Margaret and Nina.

Family time requested please between 10pm – 11am.

Roy’s wake officially began in his late residence on Tuesday 8th July at 11am. His remains left from there on Wednesday 9th July at 9.15am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Cushendall, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Roy's passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughters, son in law Anthony, Barry’s partner Emma, Catherine’s partner Cormac, grandchildren: Dára, Fiadh, Nera, Fionn, and Oisin, brothers in law, sisters in law and all the family circle. Sacred Herat of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Mid Glens First Responders” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Bernard (Bun) Cassidy, 27 Halfgayne Road, Maghera.

Cassidy 27 Halfgayne Road, Maghera, 5th July 2025 (peacefully at his late residence, surrounded by his loving family) Bernard (Bun) RIP, beloved husband of Anne, much loved father of Emma (Taggart), Brianna (McGillian), Cara and Shonagh, and loving brother of Sean, Una (O’Neill), Anne (McGlinchey), Claire (Graham), Pat, Mark, Declan and the late Thomas.

Bernard’s wake officially began at his late residence on Sunday 6th July at 1pm. His remains left from there on Tuesday 8th July at 10.15am for 11am Requiem Mass in St John the Baptist Church, Granaghan, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

NB: Family time requested each day between 10pm and 11am.

Bernard’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, brothers, sisters, sons in law Gerry, James and Michael, brothers and sisters in law, grandchildren: Caoimhe, Eilís, Conn, Donnacha, Cahan and all the family circle. Our lady of Lourdes pray for him.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Marie Curie Cancer Care” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

Johnston (née Letters) Toomebridge and formerly Randalstown.

Johnston (née Letters) Toomebridge and formerly Randalstown 2nd July 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Patricia RIP, beloved wife of the late Richard, dear partner of Jimmy, much loved mother of Patricia (Nesbitt), Richard, Anne Marie, Joseph, Christine, Leon, Charlotte and the late Paul and loving sister of Danny, Dermott, Kieran, Barry, Francis, Irene, Orlagh, Marise, and the late Sharon.

Patricia’s wake officially began in her late residence 7 Loughview Drive, Toomebridge, on Thursday 3rd July from 11am – 10pm. Her remains left from there on Friday 4th July at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Macnissi’s Church, Randalstown (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Patricia’s passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing partner, sons, daughters, son in law Sammy, brothers, sisters, grandchildren and all the family circle. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for her.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Darragh Patrick McAleese, Switzerland and Ballymena.

It is with the deepest regret that we announce sad untimely passing of Darragh Patrick McAleese (aged 9 years), peacefully after a long illness in Basel, Switzerland (surrounded by his loving family) on the 14th April 2025. Darragh is the precious darling son of Kieran and Salome, a very much loved brother of Marnie, dearest grandson of Kathleen and the late Pat McAleese and the late Silvia and Dieter Suter, adored nephew of Patrina, Mary, Stephen, Gary, Angela, Kathy, Sabine and Eva and an adored cousin.

Darragh’s Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday 5th July in All Saints Church, Ballymena, at 10am, followed by burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery, Portglenone.

Darragh’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing father, mother, sister, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family circle. Blessed Carlo Acutis pray for him.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 028 2563 1406.

Fr Oliver Crilly (P.E. of Urney and Castlefinn Parish and former P.P. of Greenlough Parish)

Crilly (P.E. of Urney and Castlefinn Parish and former P.P. of Greenlough Parish) 28th June 2025 (peacefully at hospital) Fr Oliver RIP, beloved son of the late Robert and Rosina (née Bradley) and much loved brother of Tony and Fr. Pat.

Fr Oliver’s remains arrived at St Mary’s Church, Castlefinn, on Sunday 29th June at 7pm. Mass was celebrated there on Monday 30th June at 4pm. His remains were then removed to St Oliver Plunkett’s Church, Clady and reposed there until his Requiem Mass on Tuesday 1st July at 12noon (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in St Mary’s Church Cemetery, Lavey.

Fr Oliver’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing brothers, niece Caroline, nephew Paul, extended family circle, Bishop Donal and the priests of Derry Diocese. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

James O'Rawe, 8 Broughshane Road, Ballymena.

O’Rawe (8 Broughshane Road, Ballymena) peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on 20th June 2025 James Ignatius RIP, beloved husband of Frances (née Kearney), devoted Dad of Maria, Joseph, Oliver and Ava and much loved brother of Mary, Deirdre, Oonagh, Anne, Claire and the late Richard.

James’s funeral left his late residence on Monday 23rd June at 11am for 11.30am Requiem Mass in All Saints Church Ballymena (which can be viewed via the parish YouTube channel) burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery Crebilly.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm and 11am.

James’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, sons, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law and all the family circle. Padre Pio and Blessed Carlo Acutis pray for him.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel:

028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com  

Hollenbach (Randalstown and formerly Cape Town, South Africa).

Hollenbach (Randalstown and formerly Cape Town, South Africa) 14th June 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Maureen, beloved wife of the late Bill, much loved mother of Kim, dear mother in law of Jay and loving grandmother of Neil, Kathy, Jason and Daniel.

Maureen’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, BT43 6BW. Visitors were welcome to call to pay their respects on Wednesday 18th June between 6pm - 8pm. Cremation service in Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium on Friday 20th June at 12 noon. Dress code: bright casual and no black where possible.

“House Strictly Private”.

Sadly missed by all her sorrowing family and friends who loved her so much.

No flowers please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Macmillan Cancer Care” c/o WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors, 41-43 Mount Street, Ballymena, Co. Antrim, BT43 6BW.

Detail enquires to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Karen Cudden, (née Beatty) Magherafelt.

Cudden (née Beatty) Magherafelt, 10th June 2025 (peacefully at hospital surrounded by her loving family) Karen RIP, beloved wife of Tom, much loved mother of T.J. Clarice, Calvin and Sarah and loving sister of Jacqueline, Susie, Andrea, Stephanie, Julie, Hilary, Yvonne, Lucinda and William.

Karen’s remains were reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home 43 Glenone Road, Clady (Corner), Portglenone, BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Friday 13th June between 6pm and 8pm. A private funeral service and cremation will follow at a later date.

Karen's passing was deeply regretted by her sorrowing sons, daughters, brother, sisters, nieces and nephews: Corra, Megan, Jack, Kirsty, Rhys, Tommy, Chris, Danielle, Julie-Anne, Daryl, Marcus, Ollie and Brennan and all her family circle. Safe in the arms of Jesus.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Martin McCormack, 22 Clooney Road, Ahoghill, (formerly Randalstown)

McCormack, 22 Clooney Road, Ahoghill (formerly Randalstown) 10th June 2025 (suddenly but peacefully at hospital surrounded by his loving family) Martin RIP, beloved husband of Loretto, much loved father of Siobhan, Fiona and Claire (Dunlop), dear father in law of Declan and loving brother of Marie (Dromey) and the late Isa, Harry, Sean and Raymond.

Martin’s wake officially began in his late residence on Wednesday 11th June at 11am. His remains left from there on Friday 13th June at 9.20am for 10am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm and 11am.

Martin’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, son in law, sister, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and all the family circle. St Martin pray for him.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

William (Bill) Jackson, 27 Garvaghy Avenue, Portglenone.

Jackson, 27 Garvaghy Avenue, Portglenone, 5th June 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) William (Bill), beloved husband of Rosaleen, much loved father of Leona, Martin and the late Siobhan and loving grandfather of Victoria, Chloe, Christopher, Tiernan and Caoimhe.

Bill’s wake officially began at his late residence on Sunday 8th June at 7pm. Funeral Service took place in his late home on Tuesday 10th June at 2pm followed by burial immediately afterwards in Portglenone Council Cemetery.

Bill’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, son in law JD, daughter in law Katie, grandchildren and all the family circle.

 “Safe in the arms of Jesus”

 Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Thomas (Tommy) McFlynn, 174 Magheralane Road, Randalstown

McFlynn, 174 Magheralane Road, Randalstown, 5th June 2025, (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Thomas (Tommy) RIP, beloved husband of Madeline, much loved father of Madeline (McKeown) and Amy (McKernan) and loving brother of Brian, Amelia (McGeehan), Marian (O’Reilly), Michael, Teresa (Wilkinson), Blaithin (McCloskey), Siobhan (Brennan), Geroid, Paddy, Eileen (McGrath) and the late Bernie (Harbinson).

Tommy’s wake officially began at his late residence on Thursday 5th June at 8pm. His remains left from there on Saturday 7th June at 10.20am for 11am Requiem Mass in St MacNissi’s Church, Randalstown, burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family time requested each day please between 10pm and 11am.

Tommy’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, sons-in-law Kieran and Cormac, brothers, sisters, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren Clodagh, Cian, Conan, Meara and Eimhear, and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus, have mercy.

Detail enquiries to; WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors telephone: 028 2563 1406 or visit nifunerals.com

Ryan McCaughey, Castledawson and formerly Portglenone.

McCaughey (Castledawson and formerly Portglenone), 22nd May 2025 (peacefully at Castlehill Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family) Ryan RIP, beloved son of Kathleen and Cecil, much loved brother of Michillo, and loving uncle of Nathan, Thomas and Cassie.

Ryan was reposing in WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Home, 43 Glenone Road, Clady (corner) BT44 8LH. Visitors were welcome to call and pay their respects on Sunday 25th May between 6pm - 8pm. His remains left from there on Monday 26th May at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Portglenone (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), burial immediately afterwards in Aughnahoy Cemetery.

Ryan’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, father, sister, nieces, nephews and all his family and friends who loved him so much. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to: “Castlehill Nursing Home” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com 

James (Jim) Moore, 104 Mayogall Road, Lavey.

Moore (104 Mayogall Road, Lavey) 18th May 2025 (peacefully at hospital) James (Jim) RIP, beloved husband of the late Brigid (née Cushnahan), much loved father of Dermot, Grainne, Sean, Deirdre, Maeve, Orla, Ultan, Niamh, Turlough, Lurach, Canice and the late Seamus .

“House Strictly Private”

Jim’s remains left his late residence on Wednesday 21st May at 10.30am for 11am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Lavey (which can be viewed via the parish webcam), followed by burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Jim’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, daughters, sons in law, daughters in law, grandchildren, and all the family circle. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com

Sean Hardy, 8 Clooney Road, Ahoghill.

Hardy (8 Clooney Road, Ahoghill) 16th May 2025 (peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family) Sean RIP, beloved husband of Frances, much loved father of Shaun-Og, Gareth, Stephen, and Declan, loving father in law of Shauna, Sharon, Orla, and Brenda, cherished grandfather of Keir, Fiontan, Lughan, Odhran, Myles, Eabha, Grace, Erin, Isla, Belle, and Nancy and dear brother of Helen, Marie, Philomena, Edward, Siobhan, Dolores, and the late Nuala.

Sean’s wake officially began at his late residence on Saturday 17th May at 7pm.

NB: Family time requested each day between 10pm to 10am.

Sean’s remains left his late residence on Monday 19th may at 9.50am for 10.30am Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ahoghill, and his burial took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sean’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters in law, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “Marie Curie Cancer Care” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services: 028 2563 1406 or visit nifunerals.com.

Tom Maguire, 2 Noonvale , Maghera.

Maguire, 2 Noonvale, Maghera, 9th May 2025 (peacefully at Hospital surrounded by his loving family) Thomas (Tom) RIP, beloved husband of Ann, much loved father of Christopher and Áine, loving brother of Seamus, Maeve, Marian, Philip, Leo (Lenny) Bernadette, Kathleen and Adrian and dear grandfather of Aidan, Anna and Calum.

Tom's wake officially began at his late residence 2 Noonvale, Maghera, on Saturday 10th May at 11am and will run until 9pm. The house and Funeral Service will be private and for family only on Sunday 11th May at 1pm. Tom’s remains will leave thereafter at 1.30pm for burial at 2pm in Milltown Cemetery, Magherafelt, which is open to anyone who may wish to attend.

Tom’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, son, daughter, daughter-in-law Liz, son-in-law Donald, brothers in law, sisters in law, grandchildren and all the family circle. On his soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.

Detail enquiries to; WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors telephone: 028 2563 1406 or visit nifunerals.com

Fintan Neeson, 3 Farmlodge Avenue, Ballymena.

Neeson, 3 Farmlodge Avenue, Ballymena, 7th May 2025 (peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital) Fintan RIP, loving and beloved husband of Gretchen, much loved father of Isabella, Claire and Charlie, loving son of Margaret and the late John and dear brother of Alistair, Deirdre, Bronagh, Eugene, and Damien.

NB: Family time requested daily 9pm - 1pm.

Fintan’s wake began at his mother’s residence: 35 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena on Saturday 10th May at 1pm. Removal of remains from there on Sunday 11th May at 6.30pm to All Saints Church Ballymena. Requiem Mass on Monday 12th May at 10am (which can be followed via the parish YouTube channel) followed by burial immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Crebilly.

House private on Sunday 11th.

Fintan’s passing was deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, daughters, son, mother, brothers, sisters, sister-in -law Margaret, brothers-in-law Liam and Enda, niece, nephews and the all the family circle. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to “The Missionary Society of St Columban” c/o the family.

Detail enquiries to: WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral and Monumental Services Tel: 028 2563 1406 or visit: nifunerals.com