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Serving our local community during times of loss, since 1926 Available at all times, every day of the year. For assistance please contact: 028 97562366

06/03/2026

FULLERTON, Mary (Helen) Elizabeth (Dr) Nee Kirkpatrick M.B.E. – 6th March 2026. Peacefully at her home, Orrfield, Trench Road, Hillsborough.

Dearly beloved wife of the late W.E.S. (Willie) Fullerton. Dearest mother to Andrew and his partner Leeanne and Kay and her partner Derek, devoted Granny Helen to Andrew, Chris, Scott, Kerry, Jess, Jamie and Becky, and the 4 Great-Grandchildren.

Service of Thanksgiving in Priesthill (Zion) Methodist Church, 66 Kesh Road, Hillsborough, BT27 5RR on Wednesday 11th March at 12noon. A private cremation having taken place earlier.

House Private.

Family Flowers Only Please. Donations if desired for Cancer Research (Hillsborough Branch) cheques payable to Douglas Donations Account c/o 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8HP.

Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her sorrowing son, daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family circle.

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PLEASE NOTE YOU MAY RECEIVE UNSOLICITED MESSAGES FROM INDIVIDUALS POSING AS THE FAMILY.

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE ‘FRIEND REQUESTS’ AND REMEMBER, DONATIONS TO THE NOMINATED CHARITY CAN ONLY BE SENT VIA www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com

05/03/2026

Notice of Thanks

McCONNELL, William John (Billy)

The family of the late William John (Billy) McConnell wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement.

A special word of thanks to Rev. Scott Woodburn for his prayers and words of comfort and for conducting the funeral service.

Thanks to Dr. Gunn and the team at Saintfield Health Centre for their unfailing
care and attention.

Also, thanks to those friends and neighbours who sent cards, telephoned, brought gifts, made a donation via online at www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com. or cheque payable to Child Evangelism Fellowship (C.E.F.), attended the funeral service or helped in any other way.

Special thanks to Bill Reid and colleagues at Douglas Funeral Directors for taking great care of the family and arranging the funeral at this sad time, this was greatly appreciated.

Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation.

02/03/2026

KERNAGHAN, Emma Eileen Alice nèe Killough – 2nd March 2026, peacefully at Craigavon Area Hospital, in her 105th year.

Dearly loved wife of the late Samuel Kernaghan, Corbet Road, Banbridge and a much loved aunt of her many nephews and nieces.

Funeral Service in Banbridge Gospel Hall, Victoria Street on Wednesday 4th March at 11am, afterwards to Banbridge Cemetery.

No flowers please. Lovingly remembered by the entire family circle.

With Christ which is far better. Phil. 1 v 23

01/03/2026

McCONNELL, William John (Billy) 1st March 2026.
Peacefully in his 86th Year, at his home Drummond Brae, Ballynahinch. Formerly of Cargycreevy. Dearly beloved husband of Josephine, much loved and loving father to Amanda, Garnet and Philip, dear father-in-law of David (McGrath) and Amanda. Proud Granda to Luke and Ruby. Dear brother of Iris, Rea and the late Maureen.

House private, Family and Friends welcome at Douglas Funeral Home on Tuesday 3rd March between 6.30-8pm.

Service of thanksgiving in Edengrove Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 4th March at 2pm, afterwards a private burial.
No flowers please.
Donations if desired online viawww.douglasfuneraldirectors.com or cheques payable to Child Evangelism Fellowship (C.E.F.) c/o Douglas Funeral Directors, 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8HP.
Will be loved and remembered always by his sorrowing wife, daughter, sons, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, sisters, family and friends.
With Christ which is far better.

FAKE FUNERAL SCAMS

PLEASE NOTE YOU MAY RECEIVE UNSOLICITED MESSAGES FROM INDIVIDUALS POSING AS THE FAMILY.

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE ‘FRIEND REQUESTS’ AND REMEMBER, DONATIONS TO THE NOMINATED CHARITY CAN ONLY BE SENT VIA www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com

27/02/2026

Thanks Notice
MONTGOMERY, Gwendolene Agnes

The husband, mother and family of the late Gwendolene Agnes Montgomery wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement.

A special word of thanks to Rev. Victor Neill for his prayers, words of comfort and for conducting the funeral service and Rev. Dr Heather Walker for taking part at the graveside.

Thanks to Crossgar Surgery and to the staff in Ward 4E, Ulster Hospital, Dundonald and to the nurses and carers who attended Gwendolene at their home for all their unfailing care and attention.

Also, thanks to those friends and neighbours who sent cards, telephoned, brought gifts, made a donation via online at www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com. or cheque payable to Douglas Donations Account for Macmillan Cancer Support and Child Evangelism Fellowship c/o Douglas Funeral Directors, 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8HP, attended the funeral service or helped in any other way.

Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation.

26/02/2026

McKIBBEN, James (Jim) – 26th February 2026. Peacefully at his home, 93 Ballylone Road, Ballynahinch, in his 89th year.

Beloved husband of the late Eileen. Loving and much-loved father to Denise, James, Vivienne and her partner Girvan, dear father-in-law of Joanne and the late Martin (Phillips). Proud Granda to Jenny, Michelle, Kerry, Vicky, Martin, Jaime, Rachael, Jason, Lisa, Dylan and Caitlin and a very proud Great-Granda.

Funeral from his home on Saturday 28th February at 10.15am (Service in the home at 10am) to Edengrove Presbyterian Church for Service of Thanksgiving at 11am, afterwards to the adjoining graveyard.

Family and friends welcome at the home.

No flowers please, donations if desired online via www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com or cheques payable to Marie Curie c/o Douglas Funeral Directors, 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8HP.

Will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his sorrowing daughters, son, families, family circle and many friends.

No more suffering, at peace in God’s hands.

FAKE FUNERAL SCAMS

PLEASE NOTE YOU MAY RECEIVE UNSOLICITED MESSAGES FROM INDIVIDUALS POSING AS THE FAMILY.

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE ‘FRIEND REQUESTS’ AND REMEMBER, DONATIONS TO THE NOMINATED CHARITY CAN ONLY BE SENT VIA www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com

25/02/2026

Acknowledgement / Notice of Thanks

SCOTT, William John Kenneth

The family of the late William John Kenneth Scott wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement.

A special word of thanks to Rev. Leslie Patterson for his prayers and words of comfort and for conducting the funeral service.

Thanks to Dr McKee and team and to the staff in Ward 5F Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast for their unfailing care and attention.

Also, thanks to those friends and neighbours who sent cards, telephoned, brought gifts, made a donation via online at www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com. or cheque payable to Cargycreevy Presbyterian Church, attended the funeral service or helped in any other way.

Many thanks to all the team at Douglas Funeral Directors for all their help and support throughout the funeral.

Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation.

21/02/2026

Notice of Thanks / Acknowledgement

BROWNLEE, Robert George (Robin)

The family of the late Robert George (Robin) Brownlee wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement.

A special word of thanks to Rev. Mark Spratt for his prayers, words of comfort and for conducting the funeral service.

Thanks to Dr Whylie, Crossgar Surgery and staff for all their unfailing care and attention.

Thanks to the Kirk Session and Committee of Kilmore Presbyterian Church for preparing the Church and Church Hall for the funeral. Thanks to the staff of the Mulberry Tree Restaurant, for providing and serving refreshments after the funeral service.

Also, thanks to those friends and neighbours who sent cards, telephoned, made a donation via online at www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com. or cheque payable to Air Ambulance N.I., attended the funeral service or helped in any other way.

Many thanks to Bill Reid and all the staff of Douglas Funeral Directors for all their help and support throughout the funeral.

Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation.

16/02/2026

SCOTT, William John Kenneth – 14th February 2026, peacefully aged 80 years at hospital, late of Glenavy Road, Lisburn.

Beloved husband of the late Sadie. Much loved and loving dad to Laura and her husband John (Green). Proud and devoted granda to Nicole, Rebekah, Natasha and Rhys.

Funeral service in Cargycreevy Presbyterian Church on Friday 20th February at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard.

No flowers please, donations if desired online via www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com or cheques payable to Cargycreevy Presbyterian Church c/o Douglas Funeral Directors, 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8HP.

Kenneth will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all the family.

Faith, Hope, Love and the greatest of these is Love. 1st Corinthians 13 v 13

FAKE FUNERAL SCAMS

PLEASE NOTE YOU MAY RECEIVE UNSOLICITED MESSAGES FROM INDIVIDUALS POSING AS THE FAMILY.

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE ‘FRIEND REQUESTS’ AND REMEMBER, DONATIONS TO THE NOMINATED CHARITY CAN ONLY BE SENT VIA www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com

14/02/2026

BANKS, Dr. Ian – 13th February 2026. Peacefully aged 75 years, at hospital. Late of Grove Road, Spa, Ballynahinch.

Dearly loved husband of Hilary.

Much loved father of Jen, John, Beth and Peter. Proud grandfather of Lorcán, Lasairíona, Cara and Aoibheann.

House strictly private.

Funeral arrangements private at his own request.

No flowers please. Donations if desired online via www. douglasfuneraldirectors.com or by cheque payable to Cystic Fibrosis Trust (N.I.) c/o 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch BT24 8HP.

Ian will be lovingly remembered by all the family.

So long and thanks for all the fish.

FAKE FUNERAL SCAMS

PLEASE NOTE YOU MAY RECEIVE UNSOLICITED MESSAGES FROM INDIVIDUALS POSING AS THE FAMILY.

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE ‘FRIEND REQUESTS’ AND REMEMBER, DONATIONS TO THE NOMINATED CHARITY CAN ONLY BE SENT VIA www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com

11/02/2026

Notice of Thanks / Acknowledgement

KIDNEY, Maureen

The family of the late Maureen Kidney wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement.

A special word of thanks to Rev. Canon Warren Russell for his prayers, words of comfort and for conducting the funeral service.

Thanks to the doctors at Summer Hill Surgery, Warrenpoint and to the team at Evora Hospice, Newry for their unfailing care and attention.

Also, thanks to those friends and neighbours who sent cards, telephoned, brought gifts, made a donation via online at www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com. or cheque payable to Cancer Fund to Children (for Daisy Lodge, Newcastle), c/o Douglas Funeral Directors, 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch BT24 8HP, attended the funeral service or helped in any other way.

Our thanks to David Browne and the whole team at Douglas Funeral Directors for all their help and support throughout the funeral.

Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation.

02/02/2026

KIDNEY, Maureen – 1st February 2026

Peacefully with family by her side, at Evora Hospice, Newry, aged 80 years, formerly of Seafields Court, Warrenpoint.

Loving wife of the late Desmond. Dear sister of Helen and Patricia, much loved Aunt of John, Derek, Taya and Lara.

A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Roselawn Crematorium on Tuesday 10th February at 12.40pm.

House private. No flowers please, Donations if desired via online www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com or cheques payable to Cancer Fund to Children (for Daisy Lodge, Newcastle) c/o Douglas Funeral Directors (address as above.

Will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends.

FAKE FUNERAL SCAMS

PLEASE NOTE YOU MAY RECEIVE UNSOLICITED MESSAGES FROM INDIVIDUALS POSING AS THE FAMILY.

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE ‘FRIEND REQUESTS’ AND REMEMBER, DONATIONS TO THE NOMINATED CHARITY CAN ONLY BE SENT VIA www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com

Address

20 Dromore Road
Ballynahinch
BT248HP

Opening Hours

Monday	8:45am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:45am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:45am - 5pm
Thursday	8:45am - 5pm
Friday	8:45am - 5pm
Saturday	9:30am - 1:30pm

Telephone

+442897562366

Website

http://www.douglasfuneraldirectors.com/

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