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.”

Allan – William, 2^nd January 2023, peacefully, late of Ballyhalbert. Beloved husband of Laura and father of Karan, Sonya and Richard. Funeral arrangements strictly private. No flowers please by request. William will be lovingly remembered.

Gilmore – Sidney, 27^th December 2022, peacefully, in his 98^th year, late of Rosemount Avenue, Belfast, formerly of Cloughey. Husband of the late Ella, partner of Lorraine, much loved father of Rosemary, Matthew and Anna, cherished papa, granda and great-granda. A Service of Thanksgiving for Sidney’s life will be held at 11.00am on Saturday 31^st December 2022 in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Cloughey, followed by committal in Kirkistown Cemetery. No flowers please by his own request. Donations in memory of Sidney, if desired, may be made payable to Air Ambulance (NI) c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. Callers welcome at his daughter Rosemary’s home, 33 Rowreagh Road, Kircubbin BT22 1AS on Thursday and Friday between 2-4pm and 6-9pm. Sidney will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by extended family and friends for the character that he was. “What a friend we have in Jesus.”

Brown – James Desmond (Dessie), 22^nd December 2022, peacefully, late of Calhame Gardens, Cloughey. Devoted father of James, highly respected father-in-law of Martina, adored granda of Rachel, James, Katie and Amy and great-granda to Ella-Rose, Bobby, Ollie and JD. House strictly private. Service from his son’s home at 12.30pm on Thursday 29^th December 2022, followed by committal in Cloughey Old Presbyterian Churchyard. No flowers please by request. Dessie will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “Two tired hands are resting, the voice we loved is still, the one who did so much for us, is resting at God’s will.”

Fullerton – Emily (Hilda), 9^th December 2022, peacefully, at home, late of High Street, Ballyhalbert. Beloved sister of the late James and Ruby and loving aunt to Eleanor, Colin, Diane and the late Clifford. A Service of Thanksgiving for Hilda’s life will be held at 1.00pm on Monday 12^th December 2022 in Ballyhalbert Gospel Hall, followed by committal in Ballyhalbert Cemetery at approximately 2.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Hilda, if desired, may be made payable to Marie Curie c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. Hilda will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. “At Home with the Lord.”

Warnock – Janet, 21^st November 2022, peacefully, at hospital, late of Whitechurch Road, Ballywalter. Devoted wife of the late Hugh, deeply loved mother of Margery, Johanna and Hugo, highly respected mother-in-law of William and Michelle, adored grandmother of Julia, Hugh, Rosey, Ryan and Alfie. House strictly private. A Service of Thanksgiving for Janet’s life will be held at 1.00pm on Thursday 24^th November 2022 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Whitechurch Cemetery at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Janet, if desired, may be made payable to Alzheimer’s Society c/o Adair Funeral Directors.  Janet will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. “Safe in God’s keeping.”

Hagans – Ann, 3^rd November 2022, peacefully, late of Arras Park, Bangor. Loving and deeply loved wife of Colin, devoted mum of Courtney, cherished sister, aunt and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for Ann’s life will be held at 11.30 am on Thursday 10^th November 2022 in Adair Funeral Home, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ, followed by committal in Kirkistown Cemetery at 1.00pm. Flowers welcome. Ann will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered.