Acknowledgements

Acknowledgement for Michael McKee

We, the family of the late Michael McKee RIP would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all who sympathised with us following the passing of our much-loved father, grandfather and brother.

We are very grateful to all the healthcare workers that attended to Dad. With special thanks to staff at Antrim Area hospital and the Diamond Medical Centre and community nursing team, and the carers and staff at Westlands Cookstown and Drapersfield nursing home Cookstown.

Sincere thanks to all our family, friends, neighbours and all who travelled from near and far to our family home, sent mass cards, sympathy cards, flowers, telephoned and supplied us with food and helped in many ways. Thank you to Jackie Fox for the beautiful music at the funeral mass.

Thanks to the gravediggers for preparing Dad’s final resting place and a special thank you to McCusker Bros, Tom, Enda and Ronan for their guidance, empathy and professionalism during this sad time.

Special thanks to Fr Gates for his spiritual guidance and kindness during Dads illness and celebrating the requiem mass. Thanks to O’Donovan Rossa GAC for their support during the wake and the Parish centre for providing refreshments after funeral.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually who supported us during this difficult time, we hope this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our heartfelt gratitude to all.

Michael's month mind mass will be celebrated on Sunday 6thApril at 11:30am at Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Magherafelt.

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Acknowledgement for Francis McClenaghan

We, the family of the late Francis McClenaghan, would like to express our sincerest gratitude to all those who have sympathised with us during our recent bereavement.  We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended Francis wake, sent messages, mass cards and offered condolences. 

Thank you to everyone who attended the Requiem Mass.  A special thanks to Fr McGinnity and Fr O'Reilly for their comfort and support to Francis’ sisters and family.  Thank you to Pauline, the sacristan and all who assisted with the preparations, to the talented Niamh McGlinchey for the beautiful singing and to Joe Marron from Our Lady of Bethlehem Monastery Portglenone for the mass booklets.

Thank you to the staff at Pinewood Nursing Home Ballymena, Antrim Area Hospital and Drapersfield House Care Home Cookstown for all their care and support in the last few months.  Thanks to the McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for their professionalism and compassion during such a difficult time.

Francis month's mind mass will take place at St Mary's Church in Ahoghill on April 27th at 10:00 mass.

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Acknowledgement for Moira Murray

We, the family of the late Moira Murray wish to express our sincere thanks to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. A sincere thank you to all that sent Mass cards, sympathy cards, messages and flowers. Thanks to those who called to the home and attended the wake and Requiem Mass. Your support and prayers were a great comfort to us all.

We would like to thank all nurses and doctors at Antrim area hospital who took care of Moira. Our grateful thanks to Fr. James O’Reilly who attended Moira in her last days, providing prayer and comfort. A special thanks to the staff of Garden Street Surgery and O'Briens Chemist for their care to Moira over the years.

A special thanks to Fr. Peter Madden for a beautiful funeral Mass and his support at this difficult time. Our extended thanks to Fr. Michael McCaul who attended the wake. Thanks to Niamh McGlinchey for her beautiful singing during the mass.

Our grateful thanks to Olive and Anne who organised and provided refreshments in the Parish Hall. We would also like to thank the grave diggers for their preparation of Moira’s final resting place, which was carried out in a very tidy and professional manner. Our sincere thanks to Thomas and Enda McCusker and all at McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors for their caring guidance shown to all the Family and their dignified and professional manner in which they conducted the wake and funeral.

We trust this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our appreciation and gratitude for all those who supported the family in anyway. Moira’s month’s mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday 4th April at 10.00am at Church of St Mary Coolcalm, Desertmartin.

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Acknowledgement for Francie Graffin

We, the family of the late Francie Graffin would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us on our recent loss of a much loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all our family, friends and neighbours who helped in any way during the wake and funeral.

For all those who sent messages of condolences, mass cards, flowers, brought food, visited our home or attended daddy’s funeral, we are truly grateful for your support and kindness. Also, for those who travelled long distance, or joined in via webcam, we sincerely thank you.

A special word of thanks to Fr. Gates, Fr. Fox and Deacon Kevin for the support they provided and for celebrating the beautiful mass, which reflected daddy’s life and the special person he was. We would also like to thank Fr. James O’Reilly (PP Moneyglass) and Fr. Doherty (PP Maghera), who visited the house. Our sincere thanks to Margaret Ann Conlon and Michael O’Neill for the beautiful singing and music and the church sacristans for all their help.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff of Randalstown Medical Practice, the District Nurses, Anita Gribbin Pharmacy and the Trust/Marie Curie sitters. A special word of thanks to the fantastic team of carers who looked after daddy so well for the past nine months. We appreciate the care, compassion and dignity they showed to daddy.

We would like to thank Soda’s Cafe Bellaghy for providing the lovely food after the funeral. Our deepest gratitude to St Trea’s GFC for all their support during the wake and funeral. We thank them for providing the marquee, chairs and facilitating parking and transport to the wake. We thank them for the use of the hall after the funeral and to all who helped to serve the food.

Sincere appreciation to Tom and Enda McCusker, for the compassionate, professional and dignified way in which the funeral arrangements were carried out. We also thank the gravediggers for the preparation of daddy’s final resting place.

It is impossible to thank everyone individually. We trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation. Daddy’s Months Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 22^nd March at 10am in The Church of St Trea, Newbridge.  

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Acknowledgement for Brendan McMurray

Acknowledgement for Brendan McMurray. We the family of the late Brendan McMurray, would like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who offered their sympathy and support during our recent bereavement.

We would especially like to thank the emergency services, Fr. Gates P.P. , family friends and neighbours who offered their help. We are deeply grateful to those who sent flowers, mass cards, sympathy cards, and attended the wake and those who attended the funeral, travelled, and those who watched online.

A special word of thanks to Fr. Juan Magherafelt C.C. for a beautiful requiem mass and to the sacristan John. We would also like to thank those who took part in the readings, prayers of the faithful, offertory and reflection, as well as the grave diggers for their preparation of Brendan's final resting place. We would also like to thank Margaret Anne and Patrick for their beautiful singing and for P.J. Forbes and the golf club for the funeral tea.

Our heartfelt thanks to McCusker Bros for their professionalism, care and respect in guiding us through the funeral arrangements and also the use of their funeral home.

As it is impossible to thank everyone, we trust this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our appreciation and gratitude for all those who supported the family in anyway. Brendan's months mind will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Church Castledawson on Sunday 16th of March at 9.00am.

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Acknowledgement for Moira Graham

We, the family of Moira Graham, wish to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all of those who have sympathised and supported us through the bereavement of our adored Mother & Wife. Thank you to our close family, friends and neighbours for all their condolences extended and those who sent sympathy and mass cards, and posted lovely comments on social media tributes, attended the funeral or watched it online. Also thank you to those who travelled far to be with us as we lay Mummy to rest.

A sincere and heartfelt thanks must go to the nursing team in Macmillan Unit, Antrim Hospital for their exceptional care and high level of respect and dignity, we will always be grateful for how they carried us through such a difficult time.

This also includes the Mid Ulster District community nursing team who were so kind to Mummy and the Doctors at both Coagh Medical Centre and Laurel House, Antrim Hospital.

A special thanks to Fr. Donnelly who welcomed Mummy to repose at the chapel peacefully and also for the beautiful Requiem mass, his compassion and ability to express Mummy's personality brought us a lot of comfort. A special thanks also to Roisin & Emmett for their beautiful music and singing at the chapel and to all those who participated throughout the funeral mass.

We would also like to acknowledge the help and guidance provided by John Wilson. For such homely hospitality, a thank you to Corky Quinn and the staff at Kinturk Cultural Centre for providing us with refreshments after the funeral service.  

Sincere thanks to everyone at McCusker Bros Funeral Directors, for their dignified and experienced approach throughout the wake and funeral. The advice and support they provided throughout to our family really helped us through this emotional time.

It is impossible to thank everyone individually, as we had such a great support network at our time of need, we trust this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our deep appreciation and gratitude. Moira's Month's Mind's Mass will be celebrated at 7:30pm on Monday 10th March at St. Patrick's Church, Ballinderry.

Mass can also be viewed online at; https://www.churchservices.tv/ballinderry

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Acknowledgement for Pádraig (Poddy Ned) Kelly

We, the family of the late Pádraig (Poddy Ned) Kelly would like to sincerely thank all those who sympathised and supported us during our recent loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all our family, friends, neighbours and community for all the help provided during the wake and funeral.

We extend our gratitude to everyone who attended the wake and funeral, all who sent mass cards, letters and cards of sympathy and all those who posted lovely comments on social media and sent messages to the family. We express our thanks to all those who travelled long distances to be with us during the wake and funeral. Thank you to all the local businesses for their generosity, for all the homely baking left at the home and for everyone who provided refreshments for the wake and after the funeral, it was very much appreciated.

We wish to express our sincere gratitude to all the emergency services that were involved and to Fr Harkin, Limavady for his comforting words.

We are especially grateful to CLG Roibeard Eiméid Sleacht Néill for the use of their facilities for the funeral refreshments and everything during the wake and to all the members who helped us on the day and during this difficult time. Also thanks to Friels Swatragh and The Oakleaf Restaurant. We would like to convey thanks to the road stewards and all the drivers who kindly organised the transport to and from the home. We are truly thankful.

A special word of thanks to Fr Paddy Doherty for celebrating the requiem mass and to Fr Kieran O’Doherty for his spiritual guidance. Thank you to Una McGill who provided the beautiful music and to Roisin Bryson for singing as well. Thanks also to Faoiltiarna Burke for singing. We are grateful to Sally for preparing the Church and to all those involved in preparing Pádraig’s final resting place.

Our sincere gratitude and thanks to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for the professional and dignified manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements.

Lastly to our lifelong friends the Bryson Family - Go raibh míle maith agaibh.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our deepest gratitude and sincere appreciation.

Pádraig’s (Poddy’s) months mind mass will be celebrated on Friday 28th February 2025 at 7.30pm in St Patrick’s Church, Glen.

Mass can be viewed online via   st-patricks-church-maghera - MCN

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Acknowledgement for Maura Riordan

The family of the late Maura Riordan wish to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who sympathised with us on our recent bereavement.

We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends and all those who sent Mass and sympathy cards, called at the house and attended the funeral.

Special thanks to Fr Gates and Fr Juan for concelebrating the funeral mass and to Nuala and Briege for the lovely music. Thanks to all those who cared for Maura – especially all the wonderful staff in Weaver House Nursing Home in Cookstown and to the staff in Ward 3 North in Craigavon Area Hospital. Thanks to Pat Bradley and staff in the Parish Centre for providing refreshments following the funeral. 

Our sincere gratitude and thanks to Funeral Directors, Enda and Tom McCusker for their dignified and respectful handling of the funeral arrangements and also to the gravediggers John and Gavin for their preparation of Maura’s final resting place.

Maura’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Thursday 27th February at 11am in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Magherafelt.

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Acknowledgement for Rosemary McElhone

The family of the late Rosemary McElhone (Rosie) would like to express their heartfelt appreciation and thanks to everyone who sympathised with them on the passing of a much loved mother, grandmother and sister.

To the staff of Fairfields Nursing Home Cookstown for the care provided to Rosemary over the past seven months, we are extremely grateful. To the staff of A4, Antrim Area Hospital who looked after Rosemary over the years and in particular the last few months, and to the staff of C7 Antrim Area who provided exceptional care in the final few weeks leading to Rosemary's passing, as well as providing support to the family, we are forever grateful for your care and compassion.

We would also like to pass on our extreme gratitude to the management and staff of J&K Coaches, your support and assistance has been truly amazing and we will be forever grateful. To everyone who called, sent messages or cards or posted on social media, who attended the wake and funeral, or who helped in any other way, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

To Fr Gates and to the Gribbin Girls for a beautiful service and to John O'Neill who prepared Rosemary's final resting place. A special thanks to McCusker Brothers for their continued support and assistance over the last twelve months and over Rosemary's passing, you were professional and dignified in how you carried out the funeral arrangements.

It is impossible to thank everyone individually, so we hope this acknowledgment will be accepted by all with our sincere heartfelt thanks. Rosemary's months mind mass will be celebrated on Monday 24th February at 7:30pm in Church of the Assumption Magherafelt

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Acknowledgement for Maureen McGuigan

The family of the late Maureen McGuigan RIP would like to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with them on their recent loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all of our family, extended family, friends and neighbours for all the many ways they helped. For all those who sent messages of condolences, mass cards, visited our home or attended Maureen’s wake and funeral in person or online, we are truly grateful for your support and kindness. We wish to convey our gratitude to those who travelled long distances to be with us.

Thanks to all the staff in Ward 6C, the Royal Victoria Hospital and Ward 4A and Cardiology Ward, Antrim Area Hospital, who cared for Maureen during her short illness.

A special mention to Fr Donnelly for celebrating her Requiem Mass. Thanks to Bernie Cuskeran and Sean McCullagh for the beautiful music, to the grave diggers, and to the Sacristan, Robert Conway. 

Thanks also to Paddy and the team at The Terrace Hotel for providing refreshments after the funeral. Sincere thanks to McCusker Funeral Directors for their professionalism, compassionate and respectful handling of all the funeral arrangements.



As it is impossible to thank individually all those whose kindness has brought us such comfort we trust this acknowledgment will be accepted by all with our sincere thanks.

Maureen’s month’s mind mass will take place on Friday 21st February 2025 at 7.30pm in The Holy Rosary, Draperstown

Acknowledgement for Josie McCloy

The family of the late Ellen Josephine (Josie) McCloy RIP would like to express their sincere appreciation and thanks to everyone who sympathized and supported us on our recent bereavement. We would like to thank our extended family, friends and neighbours for all their help and support at this time. Thanks to everyone who attended the wake, brought gifts, sent cards and messages, or who helped in any way. We also extend our thanks to everyone who attended the funeral. 

Thanks to The Diamond Medical Centre, District Nurses and Carers who looked after Josie so well over the years. 

A special mention to Fr McArdle for his support and spiritual comfort to Josie and for celebrating her Requiem Mass. Thanks to Anthony and Patrick for the beautiful music. Thanks also to the grave diggers, and to the Sacristan, Robert Conway. 

A special thanks to McCusker Bros for the professional and dignified manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements. Thanks also to the Marina Centre, who provided refreshments after the funeral. 

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all with our heartfelt thanks. 

Josie’s month’s mind Mass will be celebrated in St Patrick’s Church Loup on  Sunday 9th February at 9.30 am 

Acknowledgement for John Glass

The family of the late John Glass RIP would like to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with them on their recent loss of a much loved husband and father. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all of our family, extended family, friends and neighbours for all the many ways they helped during the wake and funeral.

For all those who sent messages of condolences, mass cards, brought food, visited our home or attended John’s funeral we are truly grateful for your support and kindness. We wish to convey our gratitude to those who travelled long distances to be with us.

A special word of thanks to Fr Paddy Doherty, Fr Kieran Doherty, Fr Seamus O’Neill and Fr Hugh Lagan for celebrating requiem mass and to Bronagh, Emma and Aoife for the beautiful music. We would also like to thank Fr Peter Madden and Fr Patrick Lagan for their spiritual guidance.

Thank you to Glen GAC for providing refreshments after the funeral. We wish to express our gratitude to The McCusker Brothers for the dignified and compassionate way in which the funeral arrangements were carried out.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our deep appreciation.

John’s Months Mind Mass will be held in St Patrick’s Church Glen on Friday 31st January 2025 at 7.30pm

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Acknowledgement for Grainne Duffin

We, the family of Grainne Duffin would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to all those who showed expressions of love and support during our recent loss of a much loved wife and mammy. Our heartfelt thanks to our friends and extended family circle for their kindness in helping around our home at the wake, sending mass cards and messages of sympathy and to all those who attended the funeral. We are eternally grateful for your support.

A special thanks to Fr Donnelly for his friendship and spiritual guidance. The words spoken at Grainne’s funeral were carried out in a compassionate manner. A special word of thanks to Margaret Conlon and Mickey O’Neill for the music during the funeral liturgy which was beautifully delivered.

A sincere thank you to the volunteers of Ballinderry Shamrocks GAC for providing the refreshments after Grainne’s funeral, this was much appreciated.

Many thanks to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors, for their dignified and professional manner offered during the wake and funeral. The advice and support provided guided us through this emotional time. A special word of thanks to Gary Harte on his professionalism in preparing Grainne’s final resting place.

There are not enough words to describe how grateful we are to everyone who has reached out to us during this difficult time and we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation.

As it is impossible to thank individually all those whose kindness has brought us such comfort we trust this acknowledgment will be accepted by all with our sincere thanks .

Grainne’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at 7:30pm on Friday 24th of January in St. Patricks Church, Ballinderry.

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Acknowledgement for Elizabeth (Lily) Diamond

We the family of the late Elizabeth (Lily) Diamond R.I.P. wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us in our recent sad bereavement. Thanks to all who called at the house, telephoned, sent Mass Cards and sympathy cards or attended the Funeral Mass.

Thanks you to all our kind family, extended family, friends and neighbours for all the many ways they helped during the loss of Lily.

A special word of thanks to Fr Hugh Lagan for the celebration of the beautiful Funeral Mass assisted by Fr. Pat O’Hagan, Fr Martin McErlean and acolyte Cahal Donnelly. Thanks also to Tommy Diamond, Eugene and Leona Davey, Catherine, Donna and Cormac Duffin for the uplifting music during the Mass, to all who participated in the liturgy and to the Eucharistic Ministers and Church Sacristan. We are very grateful also to Sodas for supplying the catering services.

Thank you to Ian Milne, Patricia Smith, Sean McGlinchey and Conor Diamond for their attendance on the day of the funeral

We wish to acknowledge and offer heartfelt gratitude to all the Medical staff in Bellaghy Health Centre, Dr John Diamond, Dr Laurence Diamond, Dr Walls, Dr Wright, Dr. McCusker and all the medical staff who attended Lily throughout the years giving professional care and ongoing support. Thanks also to O’Briens Pharmacy Portglenone.

Sincere thanks to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for the respectful, kind and professional handling of the funeral arrangements and to the grave diggers.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude. Lily’s Month's Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday 17th January 2025 at 7.00pm in St Mary’s Chapel Bellaghy

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Acknowledgement for Bridget (Bridie) McGeehan

We, the family of Bridget (Bridie) McGeehan, wish to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during the recent bereavement of our beloved mother. Thank you to all family, extended family, friends and neighbours, everyone around the Loughshore area and beyond for the colossal support extended, by visiting the home, donations of mass/sympathy cards and food.

Thanks to Father McArdle and Father Donnelly for the lovely funeral mass, Una McGill for the beautiful music, the grave diggers and all who assisted with the mass and burial. Also, the Ambulance Service, and all the staff at Antrim Area Hospital for the care shown to mum in her final hours

Thanks to the Cove Bar and Ryans Shop who provided food throughout the mourning period. Thanks to Jody Neville for supplying the marquee outside the house and members of St Patrick’s Loup GAC, who marshalled the traffic for the wake. And Ballinderry Shamrocks GAC for the messages of support.

Sincerest appreciation to McCusker’s Funeral Directors, Magherafelt, Enda and Tom were professional and showed great respect and compassion.

As its impossible to individually thank everyone, we hope that this acknowledgement shows our gratitude and appreciation for all the support received. Mum’s month mind mass will be celebrated on Friday 17th January at St Patrick’s Chapel, Ballinderry at 7.30pm

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Acknowledgement for Hugh O'Loughlin

We the family of the late Hugh O'Loughlin wish to thank most sincerely all who sympathised with us on our recent bereavement. Many thanks to all family, friends and neighbours who brought food, mass cards, sympathy cards and helped in any way during the wake. 

Thanks to all who attended the funeral and those who had an active role in the Funeral Mass. Thanks to the Gribbin Girls who provided the music. Special thanks to Fr Gates PP who celebrated the Requiem Mass. 

Thank You to the Carers, Medical staff and Paramedics who cared for Hugh over the years. Finally to the McCusker Bros for the caring and dignified manner in which they carried out all funeral arrangements. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation. 

Hugh's Month's Mind Mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Assumption, Magherafelt on Monday the 13th of January at 7:30pm. 

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Acknowledgement for Vera Cuskeran

We the family of the late Vera Cuskeran (RIP) 9, Disert Road, Draperstown, wish to express our sincere gratitude to all those who supported and sympathised with them during their recent bereavement. Our heartfelt thanks to the extended family circle, friends and neighbours for their kindness in calling to their home, sending Mass cards, floral tributes, sympathy cards, letters, messages of sympathy or posted online tributes and to all those who attended the funeral.

A special thanks to Fr Madden PP for his support and prayers, and for the beautiful requiem funeral mass. Also, to all those who assisted at the funeral mass. A special word of thanks to the Gribben sisters for their beautiful music and singing and to Neil Clerkin who paid a fitting tribute to our mother.

A huge thank you to those who provided food and helped out during the wake. Also a special thanks to Andy Clerkin for supplying the lights, Damien Trolan, Jimmy Trainor and Danny McAuley who very quickly provided us with a generator for electricity due to the awful weather conditions. To Owen McBride who provided transport for people attending the wake. Thank you also to Ballinascreen GAC for the use of their premises and to Delicious and Sperrin Bakery for refreshments following the funeral.

Thank you to all the staff who cared for mummy during her time in hospital. Sincere thanks to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for their dignified, compassionate and respectful handling of the funeral arrangements. Thanks also to the grave diggers.



It would be impossible to thank everyone individually but we will be forever grateful for all the support and kindness we have received during this difficult time, but please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation.

A much loved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and childminder dearly loved and sadly missed.

Vera’s month’s mind mass will be celebrated on Friday 10^th January 2025 at 7.30pm in The Holy Rosary, Draperstown.

Acknowledgement for Joachim (Jo) McErlean

The family of the late Joachim (Jo) McErlean R.I.P. would like to thank everyone who offered us support and sympathy during Joachim’s illness and our sad loss.

Thank you to the doctors, district nurses and staff of Coagh Medical Centre and the staff of Coagh Pharmacy. A special word of thanks to Marie Currie Hospice Care at Home and to the dedicated carers from Jaz Care for their care and attention.

Thanks to our neighbours and friends and all who attended the funeral, sent Mass cards, sympathy cards and flowers.

Thank you to McCusker Brothers Funeral Directors for your guidance and the dignified and professional manner in which the funeral arrangements were carried out.

Please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation

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Acknowledgement for Annie Donnelly

We the family of the late Annie Donnelly extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all those who supported us during our recent bereavement. To all our extended family, friends, neighbours and to those who attended Annie's wake and funeral, to those who prepared and provided food for the wake, to everyone that sent sympathy cards and messages, we truly appreciate your kindness and support.

A special word of thanks to Monsignor Dolan for celebrating the Requiem Mass, thanks also to the Gribbin Girls for the beautiful music and singing.

Our gratitude and thanks to the Doctors, McMillan nurses, carers and all who helped take care of Annie. We would like to thank McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for their empathy and professionalism displayed. Their support, care and compassion were a great comfort to us.

We will be forever grateful for all the support and kindness we have received during this difficult time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation

The Months Mind Mass for Annie will take place on Saturday 4^th January at 7.00pm

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Acknowledgement for Patsy McIvor

Mc Ivor Patsy - Mary Teresa , Marie , Stephen, Eileen, Patricia and the entire family circle of the late Patsy Mc Ivor (RIP) wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement. Our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbours and extended family circle for their kindness in calling at our home, sending Mass cards, sympathy cards, floral tributes, letters and messages of sympathy and to all those who attended the funeral.

Thanks to the medical and nursing staff Antrim Area hospital for their care of Patsy in his final weeks. Our sincere appreciation goes to McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors for their dignified, compassionate, and respectful handling of the funeral arrangements, and to the grave diggers for their assistance.

We are grateful to Fr. Mc Ardle for celebrating the funeral mass and a special mention to all you took part in Patsy’s funeral mass.

To everyone who attended the wake, brought gifts, sent mass cards, shared messages of sympathy, or posted online tributes, we truly appreciated your kindness.

 We will always remember the support and compassion shown to us during this difficult time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgment serves as a token of our deepest gratitude.

Patsy’s months mind mass will be celebrated on Monday 6th January at 7.30pm in St Patrick’s Chapel The Loup.

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Acknowledgement for Joan Gribben

The family of the late Joan Gribben wish to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who sympathised with us on our recent bereavement.

 We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours and everyone who helped at the wake. Those who brought food, sent mass and sympathy cards, telephoned, called at the house and attended the funeral.

 Special thanks to all who cared for Joan - all the wonderful staff at the MacMillan Hospice Unit at Antrim Area hospital, Toome surgery, district nurses and Marie Curie tea.

 Thanks to Fr Gates, Fr Fox and Deacon Kevin for their guidance and support. An extended thank you to the Gribbin sisters for their beautiful music and singing.

 We would also like to thank McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for the dignified and professional manner in carrying out the funeral arrangements. Thanks to The Elk, Toomebridge for providing food after the funeral.

 As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation and gratitude to all those who supported our family.

A loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, granny, sister and friend who is sadly missed by all.

 Joan’s months mind mass will be celebrated on Saturday 4th January at 10.00am in St Trea’s Chapel, Newbridge.

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Acknowledgement for Caroline Artt

Tom and Sheila, the parents of our precious sweet Caroline are very grateful to all family members, cousins friends and neighbours who supported us through this difficult time. Those who went above and beyond supplying refreshments teas etc to all who attended the wake. We thank all who send Mass and sympathy cards, floral tributes and donations; total to date : South Derry Down's Syndrome Association £320 and Pulmonary Hypertension Association £200. Many thanks to all of you.

We also appreciate the help from St. Malachy's GAA, for the loan of necessary chairs and catering equipment.

To the wonderful singing during mass, we thank Carol Shivers and her accompaniment.

Muchas gracias, Fr. Juan for celebrating Caroline's funeral mass in a heartfelt and joyous manner. She really loved Spain especially the food! We also thank Fr. Gates and Monsignor O'Byrne for calling to the house and giving us their blessing and helping to give us the courage and strength to carry on. The priest and bishop from Belfast who visited us in hospital and gave Caroline Blessing of the Sick and helped with spiritual guidance.

We will always remember and be forever grateful for the expert care she received from the doctors, nurses and staff at Garden Street Surgery, her Cardiologist and specialist PH nurses at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast and all who cared for her at the Royal Papworth hospital in Cambridge.

Finally, our sincere gratitude to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors who provided the most professional, dignified and caring service throughout. We also acknowledge and thank the grave diggers. Following the funeral we were served dinner at Moyola Park Golf Club. Many, many thanks to J.P.. and his staff for their excellent service.

Caroline, the light of our lives, will be sorely missed by we her parents, her devoted brothers Cormac and Adrian along with their wives Anne and Tracy, nephews Conan, Henry, Oliver and niece Saoirse plus the large extended family.

Caroline's month memory mass will be celebrated at the 6.15pm vigil mass on Saturday the 28th December.

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Acknowledgement for Ann Mulholland

We, the family of the late Ann Mulholland extend our sincere thanks to all those who supported us during our recent bereavement. We thank our extended family, friends, neighbours and all who attended mum’s wake and funeral , brought gifts, sent mass cards and shared messages of sympathy or posted online tributes we truly appreciate your kindness and support.

We are truly grateful to all who cared for mum during her illnesses over the past number of years and in her final days, to all the staff at Antrim Area Hospital, to all the carers who attended mum at home. A special thanks to the staff of Anne’s Homecare, the Marie Curie nurses and the district nursing team who cared for her during her final months and days. We wish to express our heartfelt appreciation for the care and attention the late Dr Hunter afforded mum over the years. We thank Drs Potter and Bateson from Loy Street practice for their support and compassion.

We would like to express our appreciation to Steven and the staff at Moneymore pharmacy for their unwavering service over the past number of years. We thank Stephen Mallon and the staff at Eurospar for their kindness and generosity.

We express our thanks to Fr McArdle for his support during this difficult time and for celebrating mum’s funeral mass in such a personal and dignified manner it really was very much appreciated. A special thanks to Michael and Margaret -Ann for the beautiful music during the service.

We would like to show our appreciation to the McCusker Bros funeral directors for their dignified compassionate and respectful handling of mum’s funeral.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually we hope this acknowledgement serves as a token of our deepest gratitude and thanks. Mum’s months mind mass will be held on Saturday evening the 14th of December 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Church of St John and St. Trea Moneymore.

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Acknowledgement for Maureen Doyle

The family of the late Maureen Doyle wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who offered their condolences, prayers and support during our recent sad bereavement.

Sincere thanks to the Carers who looked after our Mother at home in recent years and also the Social Workers, the Doctors and Nurses of Diamond Medical Centre and the Staff and delivery drivers of Gordon’s Chemist Magherafelt.

Our gratitude to McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors for the dignified, compassionate and respectful way they supported our family and carried out the funeral arrangements. Thanks also to the grave diggers James McCoy

Sincere thanks and appreciation to Fr Fox and Deacon Kevin for their monthly visits and to Fr Gates for celebrating the funeral mass. We would also like to thank the Gribben girls for the beautiful singing at the funeral.

To those who called at the wake, brought gifts, mass cards, messages of sympathy and posted tributes online we appreciated it all. Thanks to the volunteers from St Treas GFC for stewarding and providing a shuttle service from the club car park.



We will be forever grateful for all the support and kindness we received during this difficult time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually we hope this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our appreciation.

Maureen’s months mind mass will be held on Sunday 8th December at 10.15am in Newbridge

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Acknowledgement for Eileen McKeagney

We the family of the late Eileen McKeagney nee(McErlean) RIP, wish to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who sympathised with us in our recent bereavement. We especially thank our extended family, friends, neighbours and everyone who attended the wake. Thanks you to all who brought food, sent mass and sympathy cards, brought gifts, called at the house and attended the funeral.

We acknowledge with gratitude the professional care and support provided by the Doctors and Staff from Dalriada Urgent Care and especially Dr McKelvey Portglenone Health Centre.

We offer sincere thanks and appreciation to Father Charlie Keaney for his pastoral guidance and prayers in the home and for the lovely homily and celebration of Mum’s funeral mass. Thanks to Una McGill for the beautiful singing and music during the funeral liturgy. 

We thank the McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for the professional and dignified manner in which the funeral arrangements were carried out. Thanks to the grave diggers and Colm and Maisie the Sacristans.

To the members of Michael Davitt’s GAC we thank you for your assistance with managing the traffic during the wake, for the use of the Club Rooms and to Barry Dallat for providing refreshments after the funeral.

We will be forever grateful for all the support and kindness we have received during this difficult time. As it would be impossible to thanks everyone individually we hope that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for everyone’s intentions.

The Months Mind Mass for Eileen will be celebrated on Saturday 7th December at 7pm Vigil Mass in St John The Baptist Church Granaghan, Swatragh.

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Acknowledgement for John Murray

Murray John (barber), we the family of the late John Murray wish to express our sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with us in our recent bereavement. We are grateful to all who called at our home, attended the funeral, sent cards, letters, telephoned or brought gifts.

To Fr Juan Borrallo for his kindness and for celebrating John’s funeral mass and to all his grandchildren who contributed to the service. Thanks also to Carole Shivers and Sean Scullion for the beautiful singing and music at his funeral.

Thanks to the sacristan, grave diggers, O Donovan Rossa and to the Parish Centre who provided the refreshments. To Thomas, Enda and Ronan Mc Cusker for the dignified and professional manner in which the funeral arrangements were conducted.

As we cannot thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our sincere appreciation.

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Acknowledgement for John Young

The daughter, grandchild, brothers and sisters of the late John Young wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who offered their condolences, prayers and support during our recent sad bereavement.

We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours and everyone who helped in so many ways. Thank you to everyone who attended the wake and funeral and all those who joined us online. Sincere thanks to all the clergy who visited John during his short illness and attended the wake and provided support to the family. Thanks to Fr Juan for the beautiful funeral mass and to Carole Shivers and Sean for the music also. To all those who contributed during John’s funeral mass, we thank and appreciate you. To those who brought Mass Cards, sent flowers, messages of sympathy, telephoned, posted tributes online, we took great comfort from hearing such kind words and fond memories of John.

We acknowledge with gratitude the professional care and support to John throughout his illness from Dr. McKay and all Doctors and Nurses in Moneymore Medical Centre, the staff in Moneymore pharmacy, Ward A1 and Laurel house in Antrim Area Hospital, Belfast City Hospital, The Northern Ireland Ambulance services, The Northern Ireland Cancer Centre, District Nursing Team, Charis Cancer Care and the Hospice Community Nurse Specialists.

Thanks to the Parish Centre, Magherafelt for the use of their premises and for providing the beautiful refreshments after the funeral Mass and to all those who very generously contributed refreshments at John’s wake. 

Our gratitude to McCusker Brothers Funeral Directors for the dignified, compassionate and respectful way they supported our family and carried out the funeral arrangements.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our heartfelt appreciation at our time of great loss and sadness. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. John’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 30th November at 6:15pm in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Magherafelt.                                   The Young Family. 

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Acknowledgement for Sean Maynes

We the sister, brothers, nephews, nieces and extended family of the late Sean Maynes (Blue Lou) would like to thank everyone who sympathised with us on our recent sad bereavement.

Special thanks to the doctors and nurses of the Royal, Belfast City and Antrim Area hospitals for all the care given to Sean during his illness. Thanks to the doctors and nurses of the Diamond Medical Centre for the care Sean received at home. Thanks also to the carers who attended to all of Sean’s needs.

Thanks to Fr Mc Ardle for looking after Sean’s pastoral needs during his illness. Thanks to the Gribben girls for their beautiful singing at the funeral and to May and staff at the Marina Centre for the refreshments after the funeral .Thanks to the McCusker Brothers for the dignified way they carried out Sean’s funeral arrangements.

Special thanks to Sean’s friends and colleagues at RSC who have been with him this last thirty years. To all our friends and neighbours who brought food and helped out during the wake we hope this acknowledgment is accepted by all.

Sean’s months mind mass will be on Friday the 22nd of November at 7.30pm in St Patrick’s Church The Loup.

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Acknowledgement for Grace O'Neill

The family of the late Grace O’Neill would like to thank everyone who supported them through their recent bereavement. We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours and everyone who helped out at the wake. Those who brought food, sent mass cards, sympathy cards, posted tributes online, set message’s, called at the house and attended the funeral.

A special thanks to the District Nurses and Marie Curie nurses who showed our mum so much love and attention to make her final weeks /days so comfortable and their support they gave to us. We would like to thank Fr Juan for the heartfelt mass, The Gribben sisters for their beautiful singing. The Rossa GAA club for the use of their hall and LJ’s Magherafelt for supplying the lovely food afterwards.

We wish to express our thanks to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for the professional and dignified manner in which they carried out our mums funeral arrangements, their support and help during this sad time has been greatly appreciated.

We hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of appreciation to all those who supported the family at this difficult time. Grace’s months mind mass will be celebrated in the Church of our Lady of Assumption Magherafelt on Saturday 23rd November 11.00am and can be viewed via webcam – Magherafelt Parish

Deeply regretted by her daughter’s, grandchildren, family and friends and will be forever missed.

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Acknowledgement for Michele McDonald

The family of the late Michele McDonald wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our sudden sad bereavement.

We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours and everyone who helped out at the wake. Those who brought food, sent mass and sympathy cards, telephoned, called at the house and attended the funeral.

We wish to thank the N.I ambulance service and the doctors, nurses and staff in Antrim Area Hospital who worked in such a professional and caring way.

A special word of thanks to Fr Gates and Fr Boyle for their support throughout and for celebrating her funeral mass in such a thoughtful manner. Thank you everyone who participated and attended the funeral mass. Thank you to Andrea Begley and Nuala McCormick for the beautiful music and singing.

We also wish to thank Pat Bradley, his staff and the volunteers of Magherafelt Parish Centre who provided the refreshments following Michele’s funeral.

Finally, we would also like to express our thanks and gratitude to the McCusker Brothers for the dignified and professional manner in which they carried out Michele’s funeral.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope that this acknowledgment will be accepted as a sincere token of our appreciation.

Michele’s month’s mind mass will be celebrated on Wednesday 30th October at 7:30pm in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Magherafelt.

Acknowledgement for Ellen Madden

Patsy and the family of the late Ellen Madden (nee McQuade) RIP, wish to express our sincere gratitude and heartfelt thanks to everyone who sympathized with us during our recent bereavement. Thank you to everyone who sent flowers, mass cards, sympathy cards, messages -both to us personally and online, prayers, dedicated masses, and helped support Ellen's mother, Jean. We greatly appreciate everyone for kindly respecting Ellen’s wishes for a private house. We would like to thank those who attended the funeral and cremation service, especially those who travelled long distances. All expressions of sympathy have brought great comfort to us at this difficult time.

Thank you to the paramedics, and all medical professionals who cared for Ellen while at Antrim Area Hospital and the Royal Victoria Hospital. We would especially like to express our sincere gratitude to all the staff at the RVH Intensive Care Unit 5C for their exceptional and compassionate care of Ellen in her final days.

Sincere thanks to the Royal Chaplain for anointing Ellen, Pundit Anand Khusul for dedicating prayers from London and Fr. Mc Williams for his pastoral care and support while Ellen was in the hospital. A special thanks to Fr. O’Reilly for all his support and prayers in the hospital, his guidance after Ellen’s passing and for celebrating the beautiful funeral mass and cremation service.

Our gratitude and appreciation for Ellen’s friends and family who participated in the liturgy including the readers, and those who took part in the offertory procession; we are so grateful. Our sincere thanks to those who contributed to the flawless music – Maeve McAteer, Bronagh McIntyre, Colm O’Kane, Bronagh Hamill and Sean Doyle.

Our gratitude to McCusker Brothers Funeral directors for the dignified and professional manner in which they carried out Ellen’s funeral.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually and convey how much it has meant to us, we trust that this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude to those who have supported our family in any way.
 
A devoted wife, mother, daughter, mother-in-law, granny, sister, sister-in-law, and dear friend who is so sadly missed by all. There aren’t enough words for the gratitude we feel to have had Ellen in our lives. We are comforted knowing she is reunited with your beloved father, Charlie.

Ellen’s month’s mind mass will be celebrated on Saturday 26th October at 6.00pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel, Moneyglass.

Our Lady of Knock, pray for her.

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Acknowledgement for Tony Fitzpatrick

Team Tony has provided a legacy that has empowered a community to come together in unity and support. We, the family of Tony Fitzpatrick would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to all those within our community and beyond. Tony was an amazing child who touched the hearts of many with his beautiful smile and ability to just live simply and happily in each moment gifted from God.

We would like to thank everyone who prayed for Tony throughout his cancer journey and those who continue to pray for our families following Tony’s passing. The love, prayers and support of everyone near and far has helped us immensely as we navigate through these heart-broken times. We are eternally grateful to all those who called to the house to see Tony, sent cards and messages offering their sympathies. For all the masses offered up for Tony and our family, we thank you for your thoughtful consideration. To all our friends, neighbours and relatives who prepared and provided food for the wake, your kindness and hospitality was very much appreciated.

To the stewards from O’Donovan Rossa for marshalling vehicles, running buses and general assistance throughout the wake, we thank you sincerely. To St Pius X School for the use of its car park for those attending the wake, we thank you whole heartedly for your amazing gesture. Tony enjoyed your summer camps and loved walking to the pitch to train with his Rossa teammates.

A special thanks to Fr Gates and Fr Juan for their friendship and spiritual guidance throughout Tony’s journey. The words spoken at Tonys funeral, reflected his personality in so many ways, conveying his fun-loving, vibrant traits with such a kind, caring and compassionate manner and will live in our hearts forever. The singing by Carole Shivers and music by Peter McErlain and Sean Scullion, which was beautifully delivered, managed to emanate so many emotions that words could not do justice, thank you for sharing your amazing talents at Tonys funeral mass.

To the staff and Governors of Holy Family Primary School, opening your doors to provide a venue for the catering allowed us to share the loving, happy atmosphere where Tony spent most of his childhood, to be able to walk in his footsteps for those few hours was a very fitting way to finish the celebration of Tony’s life. We are indebted and eternally grateful to all those associated with HFPS for your unwavering, courteous support and thoughtfulness.

Many thanks to the Bryson family, whom without hesitation provided refreshments after the funeral. Their willingness to help is a testament to the community to which Tony belonged.

We are truly, grateful to O’Donovan Rossa GAC for all your assistance and compassion shown over this difficult time. Tony lived for football and ‘Rossa’ with his teammates. We are fortunate to be part of such a fantastic club, at the heart of the community. To Moyola Park AFC Youth, you always kept Tony’s dream to be the next ‘Mo Salah’ alive, thank you for encouraging and supporting his dream.

Many thanks to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors, for their courteous and professional services offered during the wake and funeral. The advice and support provided steered us through this emotional time.



To all those caregivers and hospital staff working under the NHS, thank you for the hard work, dedication and commitment to caring for, not only our wee Tony, but all those in the Royal Hospital for Sick Children. For those working relentlessly for the various cancer charities that supported us, your services are invaluable to those that require it, many thanks.

Quite simply there are not enough words to describe how grateful we are to everyone who has reached out to us. It has been overwhelming and without doubt the goodness of people has carried us through the most challenging 6 months of our lives. Knowing that Tony is now watching over us all from a better place gives us consolation that we have our own little Saint in Heaven who will continue to guide us through life’s challenges. We will keep you all in our prayers forever more and take strength from the words ‘Pray, Hope and Don’t Worry’, which Tony recited daily.

Love and God Bless

The Fitzpatrick family

Tony’s Months mind will be held on Saturday 26^th Oct at 11am in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Magherafelt

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Acknowledgement for Michael Kielt

We, the family of the late Mickey Kielt, would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would like to thank everyone who attended the wake and funeral, especially those who travelled long distances, all who sent Mass cards, sympathy cards, flowers, and those who posted messages of condolence online. All expressions of sympathy have brought us great comfort at this difficult time. 

Sincere thanks and appreciation to Fr. Juan Borallo for the preparation and celebration of Mickey’s funeral mass. Thanks also to his dear niece,Ciara O’Neill for the beautiful music and to all who participated in the service, including those who took part in the readings, prayers of the faithful, and Mickey’s beloved grandchildren Con and Sadhbh who took part in the offertory.

We wish to express our thanks to McCusker Brothers Funeral Directors and the staff at Antrim and Newtonabbey Crematorium for the professional and dignified manner in which they carried out all of our Dad’s funeral arrangements. We would also like to thank the staff of the Magherafelt Parish Centre for their help with the wake and funeral arrangements.

We hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of appreciation to all those who have supported the family at this time.  

A much-loved husband, Father, brother, Grandfather and friend, who will be greatly missed.

Acknowledgement for Kathleen McGovern

The family of Kathleen McGovern wish to express our sincere gratitude to all who attended the wake and Funeral or joined via webcam, to everyone who sent flowers, mass and sympathy cards, or messages of condolences we thank you. For all who generously provided food before and during the wake including friends and family and in particular LJs lounge, Mary’s lounge and Micky McEldowney from Mid-Ulster painting and decorating, we are extremely grateful.

Sincere thanks to Fr Gates for his attentive pastoral care and support he provided to Kathleen during her long period of ill health. A special thanks to Fr Juan for his support and guidance and for celebrating the beautiful funeral mass. We would also like to thank family members and in particular Kathleen’s grandchildren for their involvement in the readings, prayers of the faithful, reflections and offertory procession. A special thanks to Nikita and Sean for the beautiful music and singing during the service. Thanks also to the grave diggers for preparing Kathleen’s final resting place.

Thanks to the staff and management at the Parish Centre for hosting the refreshments following the funeral mass, we are very grateful.

We would also like to express our heartfelt thanks to all who assisted us in caring for Kathleen and made it possible for her to spend her final years at home in particular the staff from connected health care, social worker (Siobhan Mulholland), community nursing team, Doctors at the Diamond Medical Centre, and staff at Gordon’s chemist. A special thanks also to her private care providers Anne, Shannon, Seona, Collette, Geraldine & Stephanie, and to other family members who assisted with Kathleen’s care.

Finally, we would also like to express our thanks and gratitude to the McCusker Brothers for the dignified and professional manner in which they carried out Kathleen’s funeral.

Kathleen’s months mind mass will be held in the Church of our Lady of the assumption on Saturday 5th October at 6.15pm. It can be viewed via webcam Webcam – Magherafelt Parish

Acknowledgement for Connor Macinnes

Mary Ann and family of the late Connor Macinnes wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent sad bereavement. A huge thanks for the support from extended family, friends and neighbours.

To all those who attended the wake, funeral and offered kind words and prayers, it has been a great comfort to us all. A special word of thanks to Father McArdle for his support throughout and celebrating the funeral mass and burial. Thank you to everyone who participated in the Mass. Thank you to Una McGill for providing the beautiful music and singing.

We would also like to extend a special acknowledgement to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (KBRT) that brought Connor home. We will never be able to truly articulate the gratitude we have for the work that the KBRT have done for us - their expertise, time, dedication, love and compassion they have given to total strangers, who have gone through the same sorrow, is amazing. Through their work we’ve now been able to lay Connor to rest.

Heartfelt thanks to the McCusker Brothers who organised us with such respect and empathy as always. Thank you to Gerard’s Flowers and to the grave diggers for preparing Connor’s final resting place.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our sincere appreciation. A much loved Father, Son, Brother, Grandson, Nephew and Friend who is sorely missed and will never be forgotten.

Connor's month mind will be on Sunday 29th September @ 9.30am in Church of St Patrick The Loup

Acknowledgement for Cathal McWilliams

We, the family off Cathal McWilliams wish to express our sincere gratitude and heartfelt thanks to all who attended the wake and funeral or watched online. To everyone who sent mass & sympathy cards, posted online messages of condolence or sent flowers, and to all who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement, we thank you.

We took great comfort in hearing all the beautiful, funny stories and kind words spoken about our beloved husband and father.

We are indebted to our families, neighbours and friends who helped us during the wake and funeral and who have been a source of great comfort and support in the weeks since. For all who generously provided food including local businesses Delicious Draperstown, Sperrin Bakery and Straw Service Station, thank you. To all those who helped with traffic control, to H&A for providing parking and transport to and from the wake and to Ballinascreen GAC for the use of their catering equipment we are so grateful.

Sincere thanks to Fr. Madden for his pastoral guidance, prayers in the house and delivery of a beautiful funeral service. Also special thanks to Fr. Seamus O'Neill, Fr. Paddy Doherty and Fr. Kieran O'Doherty for concelebrating the service and Fr. McGuigan and Fr. McCaul for their assistance. To Jolene Conway and Hilary McKenna for the beautiful music, to all who took part in the liturgy especially the readers, those who said the prayers of the faithful, those who took part in the offertory procession, lay ministers, alter server and the sacristan, we are so grateful. Thanks to D.J. Print, Devlin Media and Gerard's Flowers for their services.

A special word of thanks to the pupils and staff of St. Eoghan's Primary School for their guard of honour at the funeral. Also a huge thanks to An Rath Dubh for supplying catering equipment and chairs for the wake as well as hosting refreshments, provided by Walshes Hotel, following the funeral. 

We will be eternally grateful to Dr. Nick Cunningham who expertly co-ordinated Cathal's care throughout his illness, and to all the medical and nursing staff in the Bridgewater Suite, Haematology ward, ICU and Cancer Centre within Belfast City Hospital. In particular the nurses in ward 2b who cared for Cathal with such dignity, compassion and respect during his final days, while also providing our family with unending support. We'd also like to give a special mention to all the staff in Daisy Ward, Hammersmith Hospital, who took great care of Cathal during his time there last Christmas.

We wish to express our sincere thanks to McCusker Brothers Funeral directors for the dignified and professional manner in which they carried out Cathal's funeral arrangements. Thanks also to all those involved in preparing Cathal's final resting place.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude to those who have supported our family in any way. A devoted husband, father, Granda, brother and friend who is so sadly missed by all.

Cathal's months mind mass will be celebrated on Friday 27th September at 7.30pm in the Holy Rosary Church, Draperstown and can be viewed online.

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Acknowledgement for Annie Gribben

We, the family of the late Annie Gribben, would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We thank everyone who attended the wake, funeral or watched online, all who sent Mass cards, sympathy cards, flowers and posted messages of condolences online. All expressions of sympathy have brought us great comfort at this time.



We are grateful to all the kind neighbours, friends and businesses who helped us throughout the wake, supplying food, helping with traffic control and providing parking. We also thank Watty Grahams GAC for the use their chairs and catering equipment.

Sincere thanks and appreciation to Fr. Keaney for the preparation and celebration of Annie’s funeral Mass. Thanks to Kathleen, Dominic and Conall for the beautiful music and to all who participated in the liturgy, especially those who took part in the readings, prayers of the faithful, offertory and lay ministers. Thanks also to the caretaker and sacristan. Our thanks to the grave diggers for preparing Annie’s final resting place.

We also thank the medical staff of Maghera Health Centre, Harkin’s Pharmacy and the Medical Assessment Unit Causeway Hospital who cared for her during her illness. We wish to express our thanks to McCusker Brothers Funeral Directors for the professional and dignified manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our appreciation and gratitude to all those who have supported the family in any way. A Mass will be offered for your intentions.

A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend, who is greatly missed. Annie’s months mind Mass will be celebrated in St John the Baptist Church Granaghan on Saturday 14^th September 2024 at 7.00pm and can be viewed via webcam.

Acknowledgement for Frank Ward

We the family of the late Frank Ward would like to express our sincere gratitude to all who sympathised with us on our recent sad bereavement. We are grateful for the care and compassion shown to daddy throughout his illness by his G.P Dr C Woulahan, Castledawson Surgery, the staff of Antrim Hospital and in particular the staff of Ward 6A RVH.

We wish to thank everyone who attended the wake and funeral from near and far and all who sent mass and sympathy cards and posted condolences online. We greatly appreciated all the food that was brought to the wake by friends, neighbours and the Elk bar. We thank Sean O'Leary GAC for all the assistance during the wake and funeral.

Sincere thanks and appreciation to Fr Gates, Fr Fox and Deacon Kevin for such a beautiful funeral mass that was enhanced by Naimh McGlinchey's hymns and music. Lastly special thanks to McCusker Brothers funeral directors for their support and the dignified manner in which they carried out daddy's funeral arrangements.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our heartfelt and sincere appreciation.

Daddy's months mind mass will be celebrated on Tuesday 3rd September at 10.00am in St Trea's Church, Newbridge

Acknowledgement for Veronica (Vacky) Lee

We the family of the late Veronica Lee wish to thank all who supported us through our recent bereavement. 

A special thanks to all the paramedics who attended her at home and the staff of ward A6 Antrim Area Hospital who looked after her and all the family in her final days.

We would especially like to thank our family and friends who helped at the wake and thanks to all who sent messages, cards, and flowers and attended the wake and funeral. 

Our sincere thanks to Father Gates, Father Fox and Deacon Kevin for their spiritual guidance and for celebrating Veronica’s requiem mass and to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for the dignified service in handling all arrangements. 

A special thanks to the Gribbin girls for their beautiful music and singing during mass.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. 

Veronica’s Month’s Mind will take place on Sunday 1st September in St Trea’s Church, Newbridge at 10.15 am and via webcam Church of St. Trea (Churchmedia.tv) 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FOR ANTHONY HAMPSON 

Upperlands Road, Swatragh

The family of the late Anthony would like to thank all those who sympathised with them following the death of a much-loved husband, father, granda, brother, father-in-law, brother-in-law and friend.

We thank all our relatives, friends and neighbours for their kindness and generosity, those who called at the house, brought food, helped in the kitchen, sent Mass cards, sympathy cards, flowers, paid tribute by telephone or social media, attended the funeral Mass or watched it online. Special thanks to those who travelled long distances to be with us at this difficult time.

A special word of thanks to Fr. Charles Keaney, P.P., for the beautiful requiem Mass, his pastoral support of us and his spiritual care shown to Anthony over the years. We would also like to thank our former P.P., Fr. Kieran O'Doherty, and Fr. Paddy Doherty, P.P., Maghera, for their presence at the wake. We sincerely thank Fr. Damien McCaughan for administering the last rites to Anthony.

We are very grateful to Clodagh Quinn for the beautiful singing during the Mass, the Eucharistic Minister, the sacristans and those who prepared Anthony's final resting place. We are also grateful to Friel's Bar and Restaurant for the refreshments after the funeral.

We thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Kilrea Health Centre and the staff of Shield's Pharmacy, Swatragh, for their long-term care and support.

We are grateful to Ann's Carers for their care of Anthony during the last few months and the staff of the Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, who cared for Anthony in his final hours. 

Thank you sincerely to McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors for their sensitivity and dignified service in handling all the arrangements.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. 

Anthony's Month's Mind Mass will be celebrated in St. John's Church, Granaghan, at 7pm on Saturday, 10^th August and can be viewed online at:

https://www.mcn.live/Camera/st-john-baptist-swatragh

Swatragh, San Francisco, Meath, Greencastle, Craigbane, Maghera, Rasharkin

Acknowledgement for Veronica Lynn

We, the family of the late Veronica Lynn, who passed away on 26th June 2024, wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours, everyone who helped at the wake, all those who kindly brought food, sent Mass and sympathy cards, telephoned, called to the family home, sent online messages, attended the funeral and to those who watched online. We greatly appreciate all the kindness and support received during this difficult time and took great comfort in hearing such lovely memories and kind words spoken about Veronica. 

Special thanks to Father McArdle for his ongoing pastoral care and for celebrating the beautiful Funeral mass, and to sacristan Robert for his diligence. Thank you to Carole Shivers for her beautiful singing and to all those who participated in the service, including those who took part in the readings, prayers of the faithful, offertory, lay ministers and reflection. Our thanks also to Gerard’s Flowers and Christies Printing for the beautiful flowers and mass booklets. Thank you to the grave diggers for thoughtfully preparing Veronica’s final resting place.

We extend our gratitude to St. Patrick’s GAC Loup for their support with traffic management during Veronica’s wake, as well as for the use of the Club House following the funeral mass. Thanks also to Majella McCusker for organising the use of the Club House. We would like to thank May Devlin for providing refreshments after Veronica’s funeral and express our gratitude to everyone who assisted.

Our sincere thanks to Enda and Tom McCusker (McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors) for the dignified, compassionate and respectful way in which they supported our family and carried out the funeral arrangements. We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the emergency services, doctors, nurses and entire medical profession who cared for Veronica at Antrim Area Hospital and Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast.

We will be indebted to so many and forever grateful for the kindness shown to us. Since it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgment serves as a token of our appreciation to all who supported the family during this difficult time.

A much-loved Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother and friend who will be greatly missed.

Veronica’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick's Church, Loup, on Sunday 28th July at 9.30 a.m. and online https://www.mcn.live/Camera/st-patricks-roman-catholic-church

Acknowledgement for Eileen Moore

We, the family of the late Eileen Moore, wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would like to thank everyone that attended the wake, all those who kindly brought food, sent Mass and sympathy cards, telephoned, sent online messages and attended the funeral. 

A special thanks to Father Gates for celebrating such a fitting funeral mass and to Fr Juan whose visits Mum looked forward to. Thanks also to the Gribbin girls for the beautiful music and singing.

We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the district nurses and more recently the trust care team for their compassion and the dignified, professional manner in which they looked after Mum.

Our sincere thanks to McCusker Brothers for the dignified, compassionate and respectful way in which they supported our family and carried out the funeral arrangements. 

It would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude.

Eileen's Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at The Church of Our Lady of Assumption Magherafelt on Monday 22nd July at 7.30pm Mass via webcam Webcam – Magherafelt Parish

Acknowledgement for Lisa McVey

We, the family of the late Lisa McVey, wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours, everyone who helped at the wake, all those who kindly brought food, sent Mass and sympathy cards, telephoned, called to the family home, sent online messages and attended the funeral. Thanks also to St Patricks Gac Loup for their support with traffic management throughout Lisa’s wake.

Our thanks to Fr. McArdle who celebrated Requiem Mass and sacristan Robert for his diligence. Thank you to the Gribbin Girls for their uplifting music and to everyone who participated during the Mass. Our thanks also to Gerard’s Flowers and Christies Printing for the beautiful flowers and mass booklets. Thank you to the grave diggers for thoughtfully preparing Lisa’s final resting place.

We would like to thank Roisin, Marion, Bridget and Newell Stores who helped provide welcome refreshments following Lisa’s funeral. And Rita who baked generously throughout the wake.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who cared for Lisa during her lifetime. All the team in Moneymore Medical Centre and Coagh Pharmacy for their excellent service. A special word of thanks to all, “Lisa’s Ladies,” the carers who visited our home each day, for their incredible support, compassion and the dignified, professional manner in which they looked after Lisa and our family.

We would like to thank Enda and Tom McCusker (McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors) for the professional and dignified manner in which Lisa’s funeral arrangements were carried out.



As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. A mass will be offered for all your intentions.

Lisa’s Months Mind Mass will be celebrated in Church of St Patrick Loup on Friday 19th July at 7.30pm.

Acknowledgement for Patrick (Pat) McKee

We, the family of the late Patrick McKee , who passed away on 10th June 2024 would like to express our sincere gratitude to all who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would especially like to thank our entire family circle, friends, neighbours, colleagues, and everyone who has supported us through this difficult loss.

To all who attended Daddy’s wake and funeral, brought food, sent flowers, sent mass & sympathy cards, condolences posted online, directed traffic, and visited with us in the days after. To Daddy’s beloved Ballinderry Shamrocks for their fitting guard of honour, thank you. This has given us great comfort in knowing that Daddy was so well thought of.

A special thanks to Father McArdle for celebrating a heartfelt funeral mass, and to Father Donnelly for his prayers on the days before and after the funeral. Thanks to Fionnula and Clodagh for their beautiful singing, and to all of those who participated in the mass.

We express our sincere appreciation to Enda and Tom, McCusker Brothers Funeral Directors, your support and guidance was paramount in enabling us to give Daddy such a fitting send off. We would like to thank the gravediggers for preparing Daddy’s final resting place, John Wilson for his guidance throughout, and to all the staff at Ballinderry Community Hubalong with Cathal Forbes for providing refreshments after the burial.



As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our appreciation to all who supported the family at this difficult time.

Patrick’s month’s mind mass will be celebrated on Friday 12thJuly in St Patrick’s Church, Ballinderry, 7.30pm.

Acknowledgement for Vera Watters

We, the family of the late Vera Watters, wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours, everyone who helped at the wake, those who brought food, sent Mass and sympathy cards, telephoned, called to the family home, sent online messages and attended the funeral.

A special word of thanks to Fr. John Gates for his imparting spiritual guidance and support whilst attending Vera in Antrim Area Hospital. We offer our heartfelt thanks to Fr. Juan Borrallo who celebrated Requiem Mass. Thanks also to the Gribbin Girls for their beautiful music during the Mass.

We also wish to thank Pat Bradley, his staff and the volunteers of Magherafelt Parish Centre who provided the refreshments following Vera’s funeral.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the entire medical profession who cared for Vera during her illness. A special word of thanks to the staff in the Macmillan Unit at Antrim Area Hospital for their amazing support, compassion and the dignified professional manner in which they looked after Vera and the family.

We would like to thank Enda and Tom McCusker (McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors) for the respectful and dignified way they carried out the funeral arrangements together with their advice and support. We also extend our thanks to John and staff at Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude.

Vera’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at The Church of Our Lady of Assumption Magherafelt on Saturday 6th July at 6.15p.m.

Acknowledgement for Imelda O'Neill

We, the family of the late Imelda O’Neill, would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. To all those who attended the wake and funeral, thank you. All Mass cards, sympathy cards and condolences posted online were sincerely appreciated. All expressions of sympathy have brought us great comfort.



A special thanks to Father Juan for his support throughout and for celebrating her funeral Mass in the thoughtful manner he did. Thank you to Patrick Slevin for the beautiful music and singing and to mum’s family, grandchildren and relatives who participated in the Mass.

We express our sincere appreciation to Enda and Tom McCusker of McCusker Brothers Funeral Directors for their support and the professional, respectful and dignified manner in which they carried out our mum’s funeral arrangements. Thank you to the grave diggers for preparing mum’s final resting place. We would like to thank Magherafelt Parish centre for providing refreshments following the burial.

We hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of appreciation to all those who have supported the family at this time. Imelda’s month’s mind will be celebrated in the Church of Our Lady of Assumption Magherafelt on Thursday 27th June 2024 at 11.00am

Acknowledgement for Ronan Hawthorne (wee Ronan)

We wish to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us during our recent sad bereavement. We would especially like to thank all our extended family, friends and all who helped during Ronan’s wake and to those who brought food and helped with refreshments. Thanks to everyone who attended Ronan’s funeral, visited the house, telephoned, sent messages, mass cards, flowers and sympathy cards or posted tributes online.
 
We sincerely thank Fr Gates for his help, spiritual support throughout the wake and for celebrating the funeral mass and to Fr. Juan. Thanks to the eucharistic ministers, to Carol and Sean for the beautiful music and to everyone who contributed at Ronan’s funeral in any way. We also wish to thank Pat Bradley and the staff and volunteers of Magherafelt Parish Centre, and to Tanya and staff of the Royal hotel Cookstown for all their help and support. Thanks to our Drummullan Community for all their support especially with parking and traffic control. Thanks to Glenshane Marquee’s, and a very special thank you to all the Emergency Services Teams for their swift and dignified response to help Ronan in very difficult circumstances.

Finally, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Enda and Tom McCusker (McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors) for the respectful and dignified way they carried out Ronan’s funeral arrangements, and their advice and support during our difficult time. Thank you also to the gravediggers.
 
As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope that this acknowledgment will be accepted as a sincere token of our appreciation. The Holy sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.
 
A much loved Father, son, brother, uncle and nephew, will be forever missed.
 
Ronan’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at The Church of Our Lady of Assumption Magherafelt on Monday 17th June at 7.30pm and can be viewed via webcam Webcam – Magherafelt Parish

A letter of Acknowledgement and Appreciation from the family of the late Baby Bella Rosé Moran (Pomeroy) Daughter of Paul Moran (Rock) & Emma McIvor (Ballinascreen).

Paul, Emma, Macy, Lilly-Maè, PJ & extended family of Bella-Rosè wish to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with them during their recent loss of their precious Bella Rosé.

We would like to thank, family, friends and neighbours for their love and support, everyone who messaged, telephoned, sent Mass / Sympathy cards, flowers, brought gifts, or helped in any way and those who attended the wake and funeral.

We would like to express a special thank you to our Barbour Ward and Renal family who assisted Bella-Rosé in all her care and supported our family and little girl through her journey and for showing a huge support in providing a guard of honour for our precious girl on the day we said our final farewell.

Many thanks to Fr Dermot McGirr CC  for his spiritual support and celebrating the Funeral Mass and giving little Bella-Rosé her final Blessing, Moira Crawley for her beautiful singing and musical contribution, and to all our loving family who carried up gifts and said prayers to help make our little girls farewell beautiful.

Thanks to Doscard.com for providing the beautiful Mourning Support Booklets with Detachable Memorial Cards.

Sincere thanks to McCusker Bros Funeral Directors, for their compassionate and respectful guidance in assisting us in bringing our little girl home and to her resting place.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude.

Bella-Rosé’s Months Mind Mass will be held on Friday 24th May at 7.30pm in the Holy Rosary (Draperstown)

Feel free to like and share and feel welcomed in joining us in celebrating our little lady being in heaven a month.

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Acknowledgement for Joe Loane

We, the family of the late Joe Loane, wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours, everyone who helped at the wake, those who brought food, sent mass and sympathy cards, telephoned, called to the family home, sent online messages and attended the funeral.

A special word of thanks to both Fr. John Gates and Fr. Juan Borrallo for their spiritual guidance and support whilst attending the family home over recent years. We offer our heartfelt thanks to Fr. Juan, Monsignor Curry and Fr. Kelly who concelebrated Requiem Mass.



We are grateful to Hannah Ferguson for the beautiful singing and music which enriched the Mass. The family wish to thank Paddy Mc Cloy and his staff at the Terrace Hotel who provided the refreshments following the burial.

Our thanks to all the healthcare providers and professionals who cared for Joe especially the team from Jazz Healthcare and Gordon’s Pharmacy Magherafelt. We would like to thank Enda and Tom McCusker (McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors) for the respectful and dignified way they carried out the funeral arrangements together with their advice and support and to the grave digger who prepared Joe’s final resting place.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude.

The Holy sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Joe’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at  The Church of Our Lady of Assumption Magherafelt on Saturday 18^th May at 6.15p.m.

Acknowledgement for Claire O'Neill

We the family of the late Claire O'Neill formerly of 11 Campbelltown Terrace Draperstown, wish to express our thanks to all those who sympathised with and supported us during our recent bereavement. Thanks to all those who attended the wake and funeral, called at the house and sent cards of condolence. A special thanks to family and close friends for their help, support and kind words at this sad time.

We would like to thank Fr. Dermot McGirr of Coolcalm parish for all his help and support and his heartfelt requiem mass. Much appreciated.

Also sincere thanks to Tom and Enda at McCusker Bros Funeral Directors for all their help and support with the funeral arrangements. A very professional and dignified service was carried out.

We extend our thanks to all those who cared for Claire for the long period of time in Magherafelt Manor where she resided and Brooklands nursing home previous to this. Thanks to the staff in Antrim Area Hospital and the doctors in Draperstown and Dalriada who also attended to Claire's needs during her failing health. All that you done for her was very much appreciated.

Claire's month mind will take place on Friday 3rd May in The Holy Rosary Draperstown at 7.30pm, for those who wish to attend or watch via the webcam. Ballinascreen Webcam | ballinascreen (parishofballinascreen.com)

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Acknowledgement for Fred McLarnon

We the family of the late Fred Mc Larnon (RIP) would like to convey our sincere thanks to everyone who helped and supported us through our recent bereavement.

Thank you to all who attended the wake, brought food and flowers, mass cards and posted kind messages online.

We offer our sincere gratitude to Fr Pat O’Hagan for his support during the wake and celebration Requiem Mass. We would like to extend our thanks to

Fr Fox for his support, it was greatly appreciated by the family.

We are very grateful to Niamh Mc Glinchey for the beautiful music, all family members and friends who participated in the Requiem Mass and the grave diggers.

We are thankful to the health care professionals who cared for Fred. Sincere gratitude to

Dr Hinds Medical Team, Dr Woulahan for her unwavering support through a very difficult time, the district nursing team, carers and Marie Curie.

Sincere thanks to McCusker Brothers for the respectful way in which they supported the family with the wake and funeral arrangements.

Fred’s Month Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 4th May 2024 7pm at St Mary’s Bellaghy.

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Acknowledgement for Alice Scullion

We, the family of the late Alice Scullion, wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us during our recent bereavement. We would especially like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours and everyone who helped with the wake and funeral arrangements.

Thank you to everyone who attended the wake and funeral (in person and online), sent mass and sympathy cards, brought food, flowers, telephoned and sent messages.

We took great comfort in hearing such lovely memories and kind words spoken and written about mum. Your kindness to our family has been such a blessing at this sad time.

We are sincerely grateful to Fr McArdle (PP St Patrick’s Loup) for the comfort and guidance he provided us as a family and sincere thanks to Fr Doherty (PP St Patrick’s Maghera) for assisting at Alice’s Requiem Mass. Many thanks to the Sacristan Robert Conway. A special thank you to the Hanna sisters for the beautiful music and to all those who participated in the liturgy. Thanks also to the pupils and staff of St Patrick’s Primary School, Loup who provided a guard of honour.

Our heartfelt thanks to all the healthcare providers and professionals who cared for mum including the Doctors, Nurses and Carers from Diamond Medical Centre and the teams at O’Brien’s Pharmacy, Milesian Manor Nursing Home, District Nursing and HomeCare.

For the professional and dignified manner in which they conducted the funeral arrangements, we express sincere appreciation to McCusker Bros Funeral directors. Thank you to those who prepared mum’s final resting place.

Thanks to St Patrick's GAC, Loup for stewarding and traffic control during the wake and on the day of the funeral. We also wish to thank Patrick Scullion, the staff of the Black Sheep and Josie Brown who kindly and professionally provided refreshments after the funeral.

We trust that this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our heartfelt gratitude to everyone. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Alice’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick's Church, Loup, on Friday 3rd May at 7.30pm and online at https://www.mcn.live/Camera/st-patricks-roman-catholic-church 

Acknowledgement for Mary Anne Quinn (née Campbell)

We, the family of the late Mary Anne Quinn wish to express our sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with us and supported us during our recent bereavement. We thank our kind family, friends and neighbours for their help and support. We are grateful to those who attended the wake and Funeral Mass and to those who sent Mass Cards, messaged or posted condolences online and to those who brought floral tributes or refreshments.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to Father Donnelly for celebrating Mary’s poignant Funeral Mass and for all his support. We are indebted to Siobhan Robinson and Damien Cullen for the beautiful singing and music which enriched the Funeral Mass.

We extend our special thanks to the Doctors and Staff of The Diamond Medical Centre, District Nursing Team, Home Care Team, Staff at Coagh Pharmacy, the Doctors and Nurses at Ward A7 Antrim Area Hospital and to all those who cared for Mary.

We are grateful to Enda McCusker of McCusker Bros. Funeral Directors for the professional and dignified manner in which the Funeral Arrangements were carried out and to the Grave Digger who prepared Mary’s final resting place. To the Sacristan, John Wilson, our appreciation is extended for all his help and support over many years. We thank the Staff of Ballinderry Community Hub for providing refreshments after the Funeral Mass.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.



Mary’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Monday 29^th April at 7.30pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Ballinderry.

Acknowledgement for Francis McAllister

The family of the late Francis McAllister RIP would like to express their thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised with them during their recent sad bereavement.

We offer our sincere gratitude to Fr Pat O’Hagan for his pastoral care and celebrating the beautiful Requiem Mass. Thank you to the Gribbin Girls for their lovely singing and musical contribution and to the team at the Opendoor complex for the refreshments.

A special thank you to close friends of Francis who helped set up for the wake, brought food and helped in any way. Many thanks to all those who came to the wake, attended the funeral, sent mass cards, and all those who paid their respects in other ways.

We are eternally grateful for the professional care and compassion provided by Antrim Area hospital, the doctors and nurses of Bellaghy Medical Centre and the staff of Bellaghy Pharmacy. Our family would also like to thank the McCusker Bros Funeral Directors, for their professional, compassionate, and respectful handling of all the funeral arrangements and the grave diggers who prepared the grave.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude.

Francis Month’s Mind mass will be celebrated on Mon 29th April in St Mary’s Bellaghy at 9:30am

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