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• Mrs Nancy ARMOUR

  Armour (née White) – August 17th 2026 (peacefully) at her home, 30 Gulladuff Road, Maghera, Nancy (in her 90th year), dearly beloved Wife of the late Robert, much loved Mother of Trevor and the late Joanne, a devoted and loving Granny of Robert (Eimear), Rachel (Sam), Leah, Thomas, Alex and Olivia, proud Great Granny of Arthur, Ivy, Robyn, Daniel and Rose and dearest Sister of Margaret (Sufferin), Phyllis (Paul) and the late Betty (Clarke), Tommy and Clarke.  Funeral took place from her home on Thursday, August 20th, to Knockloughrim Presbyterian Church for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to 'Pretty n Pink', can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by her sorrowing Son and the entire Family Circle.  “Safe in the arms of Jesus”

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• Mr Duane ATKINSON

  Atkinson - July 15th 2026 (suddenly) at The Royal Victoria Hospital, Duane, 3 Forthill, Tobermore, devoted Partner of Lu, proud Dad of Cole and Tori, dearly beloved Son of Clifford and Sadie, much loved Brother of Laverne (Harry), a dear Uncle of Francesca and Gabriel and a loving Son-in-Law and Brother-in-Law.  Funeral took place from his home on Tuesday, July 21st, for A Celebration of Duane's Life at Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium, followed by cremation.  Donations in memory, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his loving Partner, Family, Family Circle and Friends.

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• Mr Robert Geoffrey BLACK

  Black - May 16th 2026 (suddenly), Robert Geoffrey, dearly loved Husband of Valerie, 43 Urbal Road, Coagh, much loved Father of Wendy and Gary, a dear Father-in-Law of John and dearest Brother of Walter.  A private funeral took place on Wednesday, May 20th.  Donations in memory, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c) 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his sorrowing Wife, Family and Family Circle.

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• Mrs Joy BLACK

  Black (née Workman) - July 10th 2026 (suddenly) at her home, Joy (Anne Joyce), devoted Wife of Ivan, 27 The Ash, Cookstown, much loved and devoted Mum of Nigel (Christina) and Cameron, loving Sister of Sadie (Ian), Carol, Robert (Shirley) and Grace (Davy) and a dear Sister-in-Law of Heather (Neil) and James (Carolyn).  A Service of Thanksgiving for Joy’s Life took place in Molesworth Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, 15th July, followed by burial in Cookstown Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Cavaliers in Need and The Donkey Sanctuary, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c) , 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "Too good in life, to be forgotten in death"

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• Mr John BROOKS

  Brooks – Called Home 6th July 2026, Sydney John, loving Husband of Julie and the late Wilma, 118 Tobermore Road, Desertmartin, devoted Dad of Jonathan and Hannah, a dear Father-in-Law of Catherine and Jonny, much loved Granda of Herbie and Hunter, a loving Son of Sydney and the late Hessie, beloved Stepson of the late Betty, dearest Brother of Alex, Sandra, Philip and Mary and a dear Son-in-Law, Brother-in-Law and Uncle.  A Service of Thanksgiving for John’s Life took place in The Church of the Nazarene, Desertmartin on Friday, July 10th, preceded by a private burial.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Faith Mission and Open Doors, can be made online or payable to D Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt. BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his Wife, Son, Daughter and the entire Family Circle.  “Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob, for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God”.  Psalm 146 v 5

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• Mrs Jacqueline BROWN

  Brown (née Hughes) - July 21st 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Jacqueline, 4 Hillmount Crescent, Tobermore, Wife of Robbie, loving Mother of Cherith, a dear Mother-in-Law of Ezekiel and a beloved Sister.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Jacqueline's Life took place in Calvary Free Presbyterian Church on Friday, July 24th, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Cystic Lung Disease can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "I know that my Redeemer liveth" Job 19 v 25

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• Mrs Hilary CLARE

  Clare (née Glasgow and formerly Gillespie) - July 22nd 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, in the loving care of her Family, Hilary, dearly loved Wife of Ian, 78 Millburn Park, Cookstown, much loved Mother of James, Yvonne, Mary and Noel, a devoted Grandmother and Great Grandmother, beloved Daughter of the late Mary and Silas and dearest Sister of Hazel, Mervyn, Dennis, Faith, Thelma, Noel and the late Lucinda, Lawrence, Silas, Kathleen, George, Joy and Ann.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Hilary's Life took place at her home on Saturday, July 25th, followed by burial in Cookstown Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Dementia NI, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  'Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal'.  "The Lord is my Shepherd"

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• Mr Samuel (Sammy) ELDER

  Elder - July 12th 2026 (peacefully) at his Daughter and Son-in-Law's home, 15 Draperstown Road, Desertmartin, Samuel (Sammy), dearly loved Husband of the late Sadie, formerly of Knockloughrim, much loved Father of Karen, Nicky, Jason and Debbie, a dear Father-in-Law of Barry, Fiona, Denise and Seamus, a proud Granda and Great Granda and loving Companion of Belle.  Funeral took place from Debbie and Seamus' home on Thursday, 16th July, to Termoneeny Parish Church, Knockloughrim for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts"

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• Mrs Elizabeth (Beth) FRAZER

  Frazer (née Marshall) – September 4th 2026, peacefully at Causeway Coast Hospital, Elizabeth (Beth), dearly loved Wife of the late Robert A. (Bertie) Frazer, formerly of Parkmore, Magherafelt. Much loved Mother of Michael, Richard, Stephen and Rosemary, loving Mother-in-Law of Charlotte and Rosemary, much adored Grandmother of Andrew, Loren, Daniel, David, Holly and Katie and her 8 Great-Grandchildren and dearest Sister of David and the late Jean.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Beth's Life took place in D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Wednesday, September 9th, followed by burial in Polepatrick Cemetery, Magherafelt.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Cancer Research, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore, Magherafelt, BT45 5PP.  “With Christ, which is far better”

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• Mrs Linda FULLERTON

  Fullerton (née Dougherty) – May 14th 2026 (suddenly) at her home, 7 Edmund Court, Tobermore, Linda Kathleen, dearly loved Wife of the late Sam, devoted Mum of Samuel and Rodney, dearest Sister of Uel, May, Heather and the late Irene and a loving Sister-in-Law and Aunt.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Linda's Life took place in D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Monday, May 18th, followed by burial in Tobermore Presbyterian Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by her devoted Sons and the entire Family Circle.

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• Mr John GREER

  Greer - July 8th 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by his loving Family, Thomas John, dearly loved Husband of the late Emily, 27 Elm Park, Moneymore, devoted Father of Thomas, Andrew and David, a loving Father-in-Law of Gail, Sonia and Nora, proud Granda of Nathan, Jamie, Chloe, Rhys, Brody, Daniel and Charlotte and dearest Brother of the late Anne.  A Service of Committal took place in Cookstown Cemetery on Saturday, July 11th.  Donations in memory, if desired, to NI Ex-Firefighters Mid Ulster Association, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP.  "May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten"

   

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• Mrs Sylvia HENRY

  Henry (née Spratt) - August 28th 2026, after a brave and courageous fight, Sylvia Isobel, dearly loved Partner of Sammy, 137 Leckagh Drive, Magherafelt, much loved Mummy of Amanda, Thomas, Tanya and William, a loving Mother-in-Law of Richard, Tracy, Geoff and Rachel, proud Granny of Erin, Jordan, Morgan, Lauren, Nicole, Mikey, Sophie, Harry and Alfie and dearest Sister of Eleanor, John, Derek, Irene, Jennifer and the late Andy, Thomas, Dorothy, Julia and Bertie.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Sylvia's Life took place in D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Tuesday, September 1st, followed by burial in Polepatrick Cemetery, Magherafelt.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI and Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "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"

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• Mr Robert (Bobby) HUTCHINSON

  Hutchinson - May 20th 2026 (peacefully) at his home, 5 Loughill Park, Tobermore, Robert (Bobby, aged 96 years), dearly loved Husband of Irene, devoted Father of Brian and Diane, a loving Father-in-Law of Lorraine and Andrew, much adored Granda of Alex (Stephen) and Dayna, proud Great Granda of Ava and James and dearest Brother of Eva and the late Jim, Sadie, Minnie, Tommy, Sam, Willie, Maurice and Jeanie.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Bobby's Life took place in D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Friday, May 22nd, followed by burial in Polepatrick Cemetery, Magherafelt.  Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his loving Wife, Family and Family Circle.  “Peace Perfect Peace”

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• Mr Jimmy KELSO

  Kelso - July 19th 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, David James (Jimmy), 37 King William III Crescent, Maghera, much loved Brother of John and loving Uncle of Lauren and Rebecca.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Jimmy's Life took place in D. Watters Funeral Home on Thursday, July 23rd, followed by burial in St. Lurach's Parish Churchyard, Maghera.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Brother, Nieces and the entire Family Circle.

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• Miss Florence LEONARD

  Leonard - July 30th 2026 (suddenly) at her home, 46 Milburn Street, Cookstown, Florence Mary, loving Sister of Robert, Alfie, Janet, Edith and the late Harold and Gordon and a much loved Aunt, Great Aunt and Sister-in-Law.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Florence’s Life took place in First Cookstown Presbyterian Church on Saturday, August 1st, followed by burial in Cookstown Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to First Cookstown Presbyterian Church Building Fund and Tiny Life, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore. Magherafelt BT45 5PP.  Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her sorrowing Family and Family Circle.  “The day Thou gavest, Lord is ended”

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• Mr James (Jim) MARKS B.E.M.

  Marks – June 21st 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital with his loving Family, James (Jim) Marks B.E.M. (aged 93 years), dearly beloved Husband of the late Lily, 10 Moorville, Lisnahall, Stewartstown, much loved Father of Sandra (Alistair) and Melvin (Gillian), devoted Granda of Alex, Robert, Melissa, Kerry and Gary and proud Great Granda of Charlie and Darcy.  Funeral took place from his home on Thursday, June 25th to Ardtrea Parish Church for Service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Ardtrea Parish Church, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his sorrowing Family and the entire Family Circle.

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• Mrs Kathleen MARTIN

  Martin (née Cowden) - July 2nd 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Kathleen, devoted Wife of the late Artie, 5 Ballygonney Road West, Coagh, loving Mother of Andrea and Warren, a dear Mother-in-Law of Elaine, proud Granny of Katie, Andy, Henry, Sam and Harry, Great Granny of Rose and dearest Sister of Alex, Betty, Ian, Jackie and the late Johnny.  A private funeral has taken place.
  "Forever loved, till we meet again"

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• Mrs Ruth McADOO

  McAdoo (née Kennedy) - May 17th 2026 (peacefully) in Hospital, Ruth, aged 101. Beloved Wife of the late Albert, 29 Carrydarragh Road, Moneymore, dearly loved Mother of Noel and Mother-in-Law of Shirley. Much loved and devoted Grandmother of Wendy, Linda and Julie, adored Great Grandmother of Andrew and Partner Emma, Joel, Ellie and Emmy and Great Great Grandmother of Lily Ruth.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Ruth's Life took place in First Moneymore Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, May 20th, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Very deeply regretted by the entire Family Circle.  “The Lord is my Shepherd”
  

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• Mr Wesley McCARTNEY

  McCartney - Called Home August 6th 2026 (peacefully) at his home, surrounded by his loving Family, Thomas Wesley John, dearly loved Husband of Heather, 78 Main Street, Tobermore, precious Daddy of Mark and Danielle, loving Father-in-Law of Niamh, beloved Son of the late Samuel and Jean, late of Moorlands, Grange, much loved Brother of Janice, Hazel and Amanda, cherished Son-in-Law of Marion and the late Desmond Watters and a loving Brother-in-Law, Uncle and Great Uncle.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Wesley's Life took place in Calvary Free Presbyterian Church on Sunday, August 9th, followed by burial in Tobermore Presbyterian Cemetery.  The service was livestreamed and can be viewed by clicking here.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Charis, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his loving Wife, Son, Daughter and Family Circle.  "God saw the road was getting rough, the hills were hard to climb. He gently closed those loving eyes and whispered peace be thine"
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  McCartney - Wesley.  Much loved Brother of Janice, Hazel (John) and Amanda, loving Uncle of Jacqui (Bill), Nathan and Aaron and a dear Great Uncle of Tom, Isaac, Eva and Lilly.  “In Heavenly Love Abiding”
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  McCartney - Wesley.  Beloved Son-in-Law of Marion and the late Desmond Watters, a cherished Brother-in-Law of Denise (Esmond), Lyle (Rhonda), Ivor (the late Rhonda), Helen (Harry), Rodney (Roisin) and Nigel (Seok) and a much loved Uncle and Great Uncle.  "Gone to be with Christ, which is far better"  Phil 1:23
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  Blackhill Flute Band
  McCartney - The Band Committee and Members of Blackhill Flute Band wish to extend their deepest sympathies to our Member Mark on the passing of his Father and former band Member Wesley McCartney.  Our thoughts and prayers are with Wesley’s Wife Heather, Children Mark and Danielle and the entire Family Circle at this very sad time.  “Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted.” Matt 5:4
  Kenny Bradley
  Sam McLean
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  Magherafelt Masonic Lodge 211.
  The W.M. and brethren of above lodge deeply regret the passing of Wor. Bro. Wesley McCartney and tender there deepest sympathy to his wife and family. 
      W.M. Adam Shiels
  Sec. Steven McKinley

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• Mr Ian McCULLOCH

  McCulloch - July 28th 2026 (peacefully) at his home, surrounded by his loving Family. Ian, dearly loved Husband of Eithne, 23 Golf Terrace, Magherafelt, much loved Dad of Gary and Karen, loving Son of Muriel and the late Andy and dearest Brother of Victor, Keith, Ronnie and Arlene.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Ian’s Life took place in Christ Church, Castledawson on Thursday, July 30th, followed by burial in St. Swithin’s Parish Churchyard, Magherafelt.  “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” Psalm 46 v 1
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  St Swithins Bowling Club.
  McCulloch - The Members of the above Club deeply regret the passing of our Club Member and Friend Ian McCullough and extend our deepest sympathy to his Wife Eithne, Children Gary and Karen and his Mother Muriel and to the extended McCullough and Evans Family Circle.
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  Magherafelt ABOD 'Browning Club'
  McCulloch - The Officers and Brethren of Magherafelt ABOD are saddened to learn of the passing of our esteemed Brother Ian McCulloch. A dedicated Member who served as our trusted Treasurer of the Club for over 40 years. We as a Club extend our sincere sympathies to Ian's Wife Eithne, Children, Gary and Karen, Mother Muriel, Brothers Victor (Club Member), Keith and Ronnie, Sister Arlene and the entire Family Circle at this sad time.
  President: Evans Montgomery
  Secretary: James Artt
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  McCulloch - The Officers and Brethren of the above Lodge are saddened to learn of the passing of Ian, Brother of our Treasurer Victor. Our thoughts and prayers are with his Wife, Son, Daughter, Mother, Brothers, Sister and the entire McCulloch and Evans Families at this difficult time.
  Psalm 46 "God is our refuge & strength" 
  S Wallace (WM)
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  St. Swithins Parish Church
  McCulloch - The Rector, Select Vestry and Parishioners of the Parish would like to pay tribute to Ian McCulloch for his vast service in various roles within the Church Family. We offer our condolences and continued prayers for Eithne, Gary, Karen and his Mother, Muriel. John 11:25
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  McCulloch - The Officers and Sir Knights of the above Preceptory are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ian, brother of Sir Knight Victor. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire McCulloch and Evans Families at this difficult time.
  Registrar - Jonathan Gilmour

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• Mrs Mary MEENAGH

  Meenagh (née Hill) - Called Home August 23rd 2026 (peacefully) at Altnagelvin Hospital, following a short illness, Mary Elizabeth, dearly loved Wife of Edward, 776 Feeny Road, Dungiven, devoted Mum of Jeanette (Kenneth), Edelene (Henry), Richard (Sylvia), Alistair (Claudette) and Rhonda (Robert) and a devoted Grandmother and Great Grandmother.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Mary's Life took place at the Family home on Wednesday, August 26th, followed by burial in Alla Municipal (Upper Cumber) Cemetery, Claudy.  Donations in memory, if desired, to ICU, Altnagelvin Hospital, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "Absent from the body, present with the Lord"  2 Cor 5 v 8

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• Mr Thomas MONTGOMERY

  Montgomery - July 15th 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Thomas (Tommy, aged 91 years), dearly loved Husband of the late Elizabeth, formerly of Carricknakielt Lane, Knockloughrim and latterly of Kintullagh Care Home, Ballymena, much loved Father of Lorna, George, Stephen and the late infant Sharon, a dear Father-in-Law of Philip and Jacqueline and devoted Granda of Heather, Matthew and Amy.  A private funeral has taken place.  Forever in our hearts.  "The Lord is my Shepherd"

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• Mr Winston MULLAN

  Mullan – June 8th 2026 (peacefully) in Perth, Western Australia and formerly of Lissan, Cookstown, Winston, devoted Dad of Judy, a loving Father-in-Law of Harry, proud Granda of Jacob and Marcus, dearest Brother of Albert, Frances, Walter, Doreen and the late Renee, William James, Billy, Jean, Sam, George, Robert, Joe, Margaret and Tom, a dear Brother-in-Law of Eileen, Beth, Gwendoline and Pamela and a much loved Uncle.  Funeral took place in Australia on Friday, June 26th.  The Service was live streamed and can be viewed by clicking here.  Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the entire Family Circle.  “Until we meet again”.

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• Mrs Violet NELSON

  Nelson (née Peeples) - July 29th 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by her loving Family, Violet,  dearly loved Wife of the late Jack, 4 Carson Court, Tobermore, much loved Mother of Gary, Martin, Doreen, Christine, Jackie and Josephine, a loving Mother-in-Law of Ruth, Paul, Peter and Michele, a devoted Grandmother and Great Grandmother and dearest Sister of the late John, Annie, Willie, Margaret and Mary.  Funeral took place from her home on Sunday, August 2nd to Kilcronaghan Parish Church for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Kilcronaghan Parish Church, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by her loving Family and Family Circle.  “The Lord is my Shepherd”

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• Mrs Gladys PATTERSON

  Patterson (née Bell) - August 7th 2026 (peacefully) at Drapersfield Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving Family, Gladys, dearly loved Wife of the late Joe, formerly of Stewart Avenue, Cookstown and Killycolp Road, Loughrey, devoted Mother of Vivienne, Daphne, Gary, Alison and the late Baby Patterson and a loving Mother-in-Law, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Aunt.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Gladys' Life took place in Desertcreat Parish Church on Monday, August 10th, followed by a private burial.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Desertcreat Parish Church and Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "God's garden must be beautiful, He only picks the best"

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• Mr Frankie PEEPLES

  Peeples - June 28th 2026 (suddenly, as the result of a road traffic accident), Frankie, dearly loved Husband of Gráinne, 11 Drumanee Road, Bellaghy, much loved Daddy of Shauna (Leo), Jamie (Caoilte), Kodi and Cayden, loving Step-Dad to Caitlin and dearest Brother of Barney (Jackie), Debbie (Gerald), Jonathan, Jason, Fiona, Sharon and Kylie.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Frankie's Life took place at his home on Thursday (July 2nd), followed by interment in Polepatrick Cemetery, Magherafelt.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his sorrowing Wife, Family and the entire Family Circle.  "Too good in life to be forgotten in death".

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• Mr Alvin (Jinxy) PITTS

  Pitts - May 16th 2026 (peacefully) at The Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by his loving Family, Alvin (Jinxy), devoted Husband of Sharon, 1 Station Road, Desertmartin, beloved Daddy of Natasha (Cahal), Alanna (Gareth), Jonnie, Curtis (Ramya) and Jodi, proud Granda of Amelia, Zach and Cayden, Farhana and Dayyan, dearest Brother of Kyra (Raymond), a dear Son-in-Law of Wesley and Doris and Brother-in-Law of Stephen.  Funeral took place from his home on Tuesday, May 19th to Desertmartin Parish Church for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to The Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital, can be made online or payable to D Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt BT45 5PP.  “Always in our hearts”.  Do not fear, for I am with you”  Isaiah 41 v 10

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• Mr Samuel (Sam) PITTS

  Pitts - August 15th 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Samuel David (Sam), beloved Son of the late John and Sarah Alice, 34 Killyberry Road, Bellaghy, much loved Brother of Robina, Alice, Bertie, Annie, Jean, Minnie and the late Gertie, William and Robbie and a dearly loved Brother-in-Law and Uncle.  Funeral took place from D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Wednesday, August 19th, to Lecumpher Presbyterian Church for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue and Lecumpher Presbyterian Church Sunday School, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Lovingly remembered by the entire Family Circle.  "The Lord is my Shepherd"
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  Pitts- The Worshipful Master and Brethren of the above Lodge deeply regret the passing of  Sam and wish to convey their deepest sympathy to his Brother - Member Bro Bertie, Nephews Bros Darren and Robin, also Great Nephews Nathan and Matthew and the entire Family Circle.
  WM - Ian Brown
  Sec - Andrew Moore

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• Mr Jamie RIDDELL

  Riddell - May 29th 2026 (suddenly), Jamie, dearly loved Son of Julie and the late Damien, much loved Brother of Laura, Charley and Ryan, a proud Uncle of Elley, Lilly, Ollie, Noah and Arthur and a loved Grandson and Nephew.   A Service of Thanksgiving for Jamie's Life took place at his Mum's home, 18 Beechway, Cookstown, on Monday, June 1st, followed by burial in Cookstown Cemetery.  "Peace Perfect Peace".  "You'll Never Walk Alone"

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• Mr John RIDDELL

  Riddell - August 30th 2026, peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by his loving Family, John William,  3 Hazelgrove, Tobermore  BT45 5PS, devoted Father of Julie, Jonathan and the late Janet, loving Father-in-Law of George, cherished Grandad of Laura, Ryan, Charley, Rebecca, Jude and the late Jamie, a devoted Great Grandad and dearest Brother of Frances, Noel, Samuel and Alan.  Funeral took place from his home on Thursday, September 3rd, to St. John's Parish Church, Moneymore for a Service of Thanksgiving for John's Life, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Charis, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt BT45 5PP.  Will be sadly missed by his loving Family and Friends.  “Too good in life to be forgotten in death”.

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• Mr David RIORDAN

  Riordan - June 7th 2026 (peacefully) in Hospital, David, lovingly cared for at The Martin Residential Trust, Glengormley.  Dearly beloved Son of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth Riordan, Magherafelt, much loved Brother of Patricia (Brownlee) and Alison (Watters), a loving Brother-in-Law of the late Stanley and Gerald and a precious Uncle and Great Uncle.  A Service of Committal took place in St. Swithin's Parish Churchyard, Magherafelt on Thursday, June 11th.  "God took you in His loving arms, He saw you needed rest.  His garden must be beautiful, for He only takes the best".

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• Mr David (Davy) SERVICE

  Service - April 27th 2026 (suddenly) at Antrim Area Hospital, David (Davy), precious Husband of Maureen, 21 McMaster Crescent, Castledawson, cherished Dad of Brian and Gail, loving Father-in-Law of Paula, Tom and Les, devoted and proud Granda of Beau and a dear Brother and Uncle.  Funeral service took place at his home on Friday, May 1st, followed by a Service of Committal in Tobermore Presbyterian Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Air Ambulance, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "We will love you always, peacefully sleeping" xx

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• Mrs Maureen SERVICE

  Service (née McCormack) - May 8th 2026 (peacefully) at her home, 21 McMaster Crescent, Castledawson, Maureen, precious Wife of the late Davy, cherished Mum of Brian and Gail, loving Mother-in-Law of Paula, Tom and Les, devoted and proud Granny of Beau and a dear Sister and Aunt.  Funeral service took place at her home on Thursday, May 14th, followed by a Service of Committal in Tobermore Presbyterian Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  “Forever in our hearts” xx

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• Mr Maurice SERVICE

  Service - May 28th 2026 (suddenly) at his home, 15 Rock Villas, Knockloughrim, William Maurice, devoted Husband of Olive, precious and much adored Daddy of April (Danielle) and loving Brother of Evelyn, Ronnie, David and Hilary.  Funeral took place from his home on Tuesday, June 2nd, to Tobermore Presbyterian Church for service, followed by burial in Tobermore Presbyterian Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke, can be make online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c) 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his loving Wife, Daughter and the entire Family Circle.  "Till we meet again".

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• Mr James (Jim) SLAINE

  Slaine - August 20th 2026 (peacefully) at Craigavon Hospital, James (Jim, aged 93 years), dearly loved and devoted Husband of Edna, 7 Woodglen Crescent, Cookstown, much loved Father of Melvin and Raymond, a loving Father-in-Law of Gail and Claire and precious Granda of Alexander, Maia, Claudia and Cate.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Jim’s Life took place in Derryloran Parish Church on Saturday, August 22nd, followed by burial in Kildress Parish Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Derryloran Parish Church and Dementia NI, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith"  2 Tim 4 v 7

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• Reverend Roy STEWART

  Stewart – April 29th 2026 (peacefully) at his home, surrounded by his loving Family, Rev. Roy Stewart, dearly loved Husband of Margaret, 15 Mill Cottage Drive, Stranocum, much loved Father of Gareth and Ruth, a loving Father-in-Law of Kate and Gordon, much adored Granda of Eva, Sophia-Grace, Lottie and Matthew and dearest Brother of the late John.  A Service of Thanksgiving for the Life of Rev. Roy Stewart took place in Calvary Free Presbyterian Church, Magherafelt on Saturday, May 2nd, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  The service was livestreamed and can be viewed by clicking here.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Causeway Down’s Syndrome Support Group and Let the Bible Speak, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” 2 Tim 4 v 7
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  Stewart - I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather, Rev. Roy Stewart.  I know how great a loss this is to your Family and the wider community he served so faithfully.  Rev Roy Stewart was exceptionally kind, his guidance, example, support and influence was deeply appreciated and did not go unnoticed.  His strong faith, compassion and service to others will live on through his Family.  My sincere condolences to Margaret, Gareth and  Ruth, his beloved Grandchildren and extended Family. 
  Marie Hanbidge. 

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• Mrs Elsie STEWART

  Stewart (née Gregg) - June 8th 2026 (peacefully) at her home, surrounded by her devoted and loving Family, Elsie (in her 96th year), dearly beloved Wife of the late Craig, 23 Hospital Road, Magherafelt, much loved Mother of Roger, Michael, Gillian (Leen) and Jo-ann, a loving Mother-in-Law of Ossie, cherished Granny of Olivia, Benjamin (Anais) and Tamsin and dearest Sister of the late Tommy, Lydia, Willie and Leslie.  A Service of Thanksgiving for Elsie's Life took place in Castledawson Presbyterian Church on Friday, June 12th, followed by burial in Polepatrick Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Marie Curie, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  "Safe in the arms of Jesus"

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• Mrs Anna WALLACE

  Wallace (née Brown) – May 6th 2026 (suddenly, but peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Anna (age 92 years), dearly beloved Wife of the late Tommy, 7 Hillside Cottages, Desertmartin, precious Mother of Isobel and Sylvia, a loving Mother-in-Law of Terence and Robert, devoted Granny of Leanne (John) and the late Baby Gareth, proud Great Nana of Thomas, James and the late Baby Daniel and dearest Sister of Kathleen and the late Sheila, Jean, Margaret, Maisie, Nora, June and Billy.  Funeral took place from D. Watters Funeral Home, Tobermore on Friday, May 8th to Desertmartin Parish Church for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. The service was livestreamed and can be viewed by clicking here.  Donations in memory, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by her loving Family and the entire Family Circle.  “Safe in the arms of Jesus”.

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• Mr Stephen WENLOCK

  Wenlock - Called Home 5th July 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, surrounded by his loving Family, Stephen, precious Husband of Iris, 88 Millburn Park, Cookstown, devoted Father of Stephanie and Leanne, loving Father-in-Law of Clive and Gareth, proud Grandfather of Joshua (Kira), Alex (Sophie), Jamie and Jacob, a special Great Grandfather of Theo and a dear Brother of Jim, Bert, John, David, Christopher and the late Pamela.  Funeral took place from his home on Thursday, July 9th, to Derryloran Parish Church for service, followed by burial in Cookstown Cemetery.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI, can be made online or payable to D Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore Magherafelt. BT45 5PP.  Forever loved and sadly missed by his loving Wife, Family and the entire Family Circle.  "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith"  2 Timothy 4 v 7-8

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• Mrs Margaret WILSON

  Wilson (née Milligan) - June 15th 2026 (peacefully) at The Macmillan Unit, Antrim Area Hospital, Margaret Elizabeth, dearly loved Wife of the late Jackie, 59 Crewe Road, Maghera, much loved Mother of Robert, Mervyn, Yvonne, Samuel, Stephen and David, a loving Mother-in-Law of Cathy, Andrea, John, Larissa and Olivia, devoted Granny of Timothy, Amy, Charlotte, Nicole, Rebecca, Tamzin, Katie, Adam and Emma and a dear Sister and Aunt.  Funeral took place from her home on Friday (June 19th), to Culnady Presbyterian Church for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to Friends of the Cancer Centre, Belfast City Hospital, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family and Family Circle.  "Peace Perfect Peace"

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• Mr Charlie WRIGHT

  Wright - May 23rd 2026 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Charlie, dearly loved Husband of Roberta, 5 Porte Gardens, Knockloughrim, a much loved Father, Step-Father, Granda and Great Granda.  Funeral took place from his home on Monday, May 25th, to Knockloughrim Presbyterian Church for service, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.  Donations in memory, if desired, to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke, can be made online or payable to D. Watters (Donations A/c), 55 Main Street, Tobermore  Magherafelt  BT45 5PP.  Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his sorrowing Wife, Family and Family Circle.
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  Wright – Charlie.  Beloved Father of Jennifer and the late Roberta, Jim and Charles, a dear Father-in-Law of Bushy and Jackie and a loving Granda, Great Granda and Uncle .  “Time may pass and fade away, but memories of you will always stay”.
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  Wright - Charlie.  Beloved grandfather of Dawn and Great Grandfather of Lucas, Hollie, Gary J & Ella.
  ‘Always remembered & sadly missed‘ 

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