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Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter (2026)

30/01/2026

It is with regret we announce the passing of:

Allan – Rosemary (née Taggart), 29th January 2026, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Islandview Gardens, Greyabbey. Beloved wife of the late Roy, loving and deeply loved mummy of Joanne, Michelle and Kelly, highly respected mother-in-law of Gary, adored nanny of Reece, Kelsey, Cerys, Elle, Dylan, Ethan and Jacob and proud great-granny (“GG”) of Rosie and Cooper. A Service of Thanksgiving for Rosemary’s life will held at 10.00 am Tuesday 3rd February 2026 in St. Saviour’s Parish Church, Greyabbey, followed by committal in Greyabbey Cemetery at 11.00 am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Rosemary, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie at www.adairfuneraldirectors.co.uk Rosemary will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her entire family circle and her little furry friend Bentley.

“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.”

28/01/2026

It is with regret we announce the passing of:

Conn – Martha, Called Home 28th January 2026, peacefully, late of Belfast Road, Bangor. Devoted wife of the late Billy, loving mother of John, Jackson, Philip and Stephen, highly respected mother-in-law, adored granny and great-granny. Funeral arrangements strictly private honouring Martha’s wishes. No flowers please by request. Martha will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her family and many friends.

“At Home with the Lord.”

21/01/2026

It is with regret we announce the passing of:

McCullough – Florence Amy (née Dalzell), 16th January 2026, peacefully at home, with her loving family by her side, late of Ballycastle Road, Newtownards. Beloved wife of Hugh and deeply loved mother and grandmother. Funeral arrangements strictly private honouring Florence’s wishes. No flowers please by request. She will be sadly missed and always lovingly remembered.

“Home is behind, the world ahead, and there are many paths to tread. Through shadow, to the edge of night, until the stars are all alight.” The Little Bagginses

21/01/2026

It is with regret we announce the passing of:

Heald – Ronald (Ronnie) – Called Home, 19th January 2026, peacefully, at Comber Care Home, with his darling girls by his side, late of Castle Manor, Carrowdore. Beloved husband of Iris, father of the late James, deeply loved by Dorothy, devoted and cherished granda of Victoria, Emma and Hannah, treasured great-granda of Cora and Joshua, precious brother of Sheila, Jimmy and Sandra. Following a private family committal, a Service of Thanksgiving for Ronnie’s life will be held at 12 noon on Monday 26th January 2026 in Carrowdore and Ballyfrenis Presbyterian Church. House private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ronnie, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest Heart & Stroke at www.adairfuneraldirectors.co.uk Ronnie will be lovingly remembered and held forever in the hearts of the entire family circle. While Ronnie will be deeply missed, we find comfort in knowing he is safely home in the arms of Jesus.

“Gone to Glory.”

06/01/2026

It is with regret we announce the passing of:

Chestnutt – Robert John (Herbie) - retired RUC G.C - 2nd January 2026, peacefully, at home, his loving family by his side, late of Shore Road Ballyhalbert. Beloved husband of Betty for more than 63 years, deeply loved daddy of Linda & Karl, highly respected father-in-law of Joanne, devoted and cherished granda of Georgia, Adrian and Carly. A Service of Thanksgiving for Herbie’s life will be held at 11.00 am on Monday 12th January 2026 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Herbie, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie at www.adairfuneraldirectors.co.uk Herbie will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

“In life he lived for those he loved and those he loved remember.”

02/01/2026

It is with profound regret we announce the passing of:

Quinn – Andrew James, 30th December 2025, suddenly, late of Balligan Road, Kircubbin. Deeply loved husband of Catherine, loving and devoted dad of Cain, Robbie and Jude, beloved son of David and Margaret, wonderful “wee” brother of Stephen, highly respected and very much loved son-in-law of Bertie and Elizabeth and loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Andrew’s life will held at 11.00 am on Thursday 8th January 2026 in Newtownards Congregational Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery, Ballywalter, at 2.00 pm. Callers welcome at the family home between 4.00 & 6.00 pm. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Andrew, if desired, may be made payable to NI Chest, Heart & Stroke at www.adairfuneraldirectors.co.uk Andrew will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his entire family circle.

“Just gotta keep smiling.”

Safe in the arms of Jesus.

21/12/2025

Thank you so much to everyone who has submitted a memorial candle so far.

Light a Candle will come to a close today (Sunday 21 December). Candles submitted before 5pm today will be shared on our page on Monday 22 of December.

https://gbnf.online/316671

19/12/2025

We’d like to thank everyone who’s created a virtual candle for their loved one so far.
If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.
https://gbnf.online/316671

17/12/2025

We’d like to thank everyone who’s created a virtual candle for their loved one so far.
If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.

https://gbnf.online/316671

17/12/2025

It is with regret we announce the passing of:

Clarke – Michael, 9th December 2025, late of Fort Hall, Dundonald. Precious son of Margaret and loyal friend of many. A Celebration for Michael’s life will be held at 11.20 am on Monday 22nd December 2025 in Roselawn Crematorium. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the entire family circle.

“Peace, perfect peace.”

15/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, it’s common to think of the people who are special to us – especially those we've lost. That’s why we’ve chosen to take part in Light a Candle.

From 15 to 21 December we’ll be posting digital candles in memory of those who can’t be with us during the festive season. If you’d like to create a virtual candle, please click the following link where you can choose a design and write a short message to a loved one.

There's no cost for you or your family to get involved and create an online memorial.
We’ll share your candles on our page.
https://gbnf.online/316671

11/12/2025

It is with regret we announce the passing of:

McHoul – Margaret (née Ground), 11th December 2025, peacefully, at home, her loving family by her side, late of Greenfinch Close, Ballyhalbert. Beloved wife of Brian, deeply loved mum of Lesley and Darren, highly respected mother-in-law of Ronnie and Joanne, cherished nanny of Aaron, Jordan and Jenna and doting great-nanny of Rory. Funeral arrangements strictly private honouring Margaret’s personal wishes. No flowers please by request. Margaret will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.

“At Peace.”

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