Erskine – George Fullerton, Called Home 30th March 2025, passed away peacefully, at hospital, surrounded by his loving family, late of Dunover Park, Ballywalter. Beloved Partner of Brenda, devoted Dad to Angela, Caroline and Cheril, Father-in-law of Ian and Paul, loving Granda of Lewis, Lara, Alana, Cole, Emilie and Shannon, cherished Brother of Jackie, Gordon and the late Christine, adored by his extended family, Jackie, Shelley and Amelia and idolised by his two little companions Jilly & Jodie. A Service of Thanksgiving for George’s Life will be held at 11.00 am on Friday 4th April 2025 in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Ballywalter, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only by request. Donations in memory of George, if desired, may be made payable to Macmillan Cancer Support directly below. George will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“God called your name so softly that only you could hear and no one heard the footsteps of the Angels drawing near. It broke our hearts to lose you but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you, the day God called you home.”
Kyle – Brian Wallace, Called Home 4th March 2025, peacefully, his loving family by his side, late of Dunleath Drive, Ballywalter. Loving husband of Violet, wonderful daddy to Julie, Christine, Lynne and Loraine, highly respected father-in-law of Ian, Mark, William and Michael, adored granda, great-granda and loyal friend too many. A Service of Thanksgiving for Brian’s Life will be held at 10.00 am on Saturday 8th March 2025 in Millisle Baptist Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 Noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Brian, if desired, may be made payable to either Millisle Baptist Church or Marie Curie directly below. Brian will be greatly missed but lovingly remembered.
“At Home with the Lord.”
Bailie – George, 20th February 2025, peacefully, at home, late of Ballywalter Road, Millisle. Dearly loved husband of Betty, devoted dad of Stephen, Patricia, Mark and Graham, highly respected father-in-law, adored granda and a loyal friend to many. A Service of Thanksgiving for George’s Life will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday 26th February 2025 in Millisle & Ballycopeland Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of George, if desired, may be made payable to R.N.L.I (Donaghadee Branch) directly below. George will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“At Rest.”
Shaw – Agnes, (née McFerran), Called Home 17th February 2025, suddenly, late of Greyabbey Road, Ballywalter. Mother of Sarah, Andrew and Christopher, cherished sister of John, Robert and Muriel, highly respected sister-in-law of Sharon, much loved aunt of Matthew, Amy and Rebecca. A Service of Thanksgiving for Agnes’s Life will be held at 10.00 am on Tuesday 25th February 2025 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Kircubbin Presbyterian Churchyard at approximately 11.00 am. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Agnes, if desired, may be made payable to Save The Children UK directly below. Agnes will be sorely missed but fondly remembered by the entire family circle.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus.”
Russell – Isabel, (née McCleery), 30th January 2025, peacefully, at hospital, her loving family by her side, late of Ashley Park, Millisle. Devoted wife of the late Billy, deeply loved mum of Dianne and Neil, highly respected mother-in-law of Mark and Tracy, adored nanny of Joanna, Iain, Teigin and Peter, great-granny to Grace and a loyal friend to many. Following a private family committal, a Service of Thanksgiving for Isabel’s Life will be held at 3.00 pm on Tuesday 4th February 2025 in Carrowdore & Ballyfrenis Presbyterian Church. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Isabel, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie directly below. Isabel will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold, never selfish always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.”
Weir – Roy, 28th January 2025, peacefully, at Movilla House Nursing Home, Newtownards, late of Park Avenue, Ballywalter. Father of Geoffrey, Lynda, Andrew, Colin and Simon, father-in-law of Gillian, Jayne and Isobel. A Service of Thanksgiving for Roy’s Life will be held at 11.00 am on Monday 3rd February 2025 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Roy, if desired, may be made payable to the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice directly below. Roy will be sadly missed but fondly and lovingly remembered by his sons, daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his many friends, neighbours and the wider family circle.
“Rest in God’s loving care.”
Latimer – George, 24th January 2025, peacefully, at Movilla House Nursing Home, Newtownards, late of Ballyhemlin Manse, Springvale Road, Ballywalter. Devoted husband of Joan. House and funeral arrangements strictly private. George will be sadly missed but fondly and lovingly remembered by the entire family circle, his many friends and his neighbours.
“Silent thoughts of times together, hold memories that will last forever.”
Planck – Pearl (née Cromie), 19th January 2025, peacefully, at hospital, her loving family by her side, late of Park Avenue, Ballywalter. Devoted wife of Bill, cherished mother of Jason and Gareth, highly respected mother-in-law of Pauline and Carolyn, adored granny of William, Charlie and Oliver, sister-in-law of Ken and the late Elizabeth, a loyal friend, auntie and neighbour. A Service of Thanksgiving for Pearl’s Life will be held at 11.00 am on Thursday 23rd January 2025 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Pearl, if desired, may be made payable to Friends of the Cancer Centre directly below. Pearl touched many lives and will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus.”
Webb – Elizabeth (Bette), née McMaster, 12th January 2025, peacefully, at hospital, in her 103rd year, her loving family by her side, late of Scrabo Isles Nursing Home, Newtownards, formerly of Ballywalter. Devoted wife of the late Les, cherished mother of Raymond and Carole, highly respected mother-in-law of Frances and Allen, adored granny of Lorraine, Stuart, Ryan and Sian, great-granny of Jordon, Amy, Jessica, Gary, Sophie, Grayson and Felix and great-great-granny to Evie, Archie and Eva. A Service of Thanksgiving for Bette’s Life will be held at 11.00 am on Thursday 16th January 2025 in Ballywalter Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of Bette, if desired, may be made payable to The Royal British Legion (Ballywalter Branch) directly below. Bette will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“Time slips past but memories last.”
McDowell – John, 2nd January 2025, peacefully, at hospital, his loving family by his side, late of Seahaven Road, Groomsport. Beloved husband of Ann, devoted dad of Helen and Andrew, doting gramps of Megan, Alice and Lucas. Following a private family committal, a Service of Thanksgiving for John’s Life will be held at 12 noon on Monday 13th January 2025 in Ballyholme Presbyterian Church. No flowers please by request. Donations in memory of John, if desired, may be made payable to British Heart Foundation directly below. John will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
“At Peace”