Caldwell David 7th September 2024

Caldwell David 7th September 2024, peacefully at his home, Armour Avenue, Ballymoney.  Much loved fiancée of Jane, beloved father of Josh and his treasured dogs Max and Molly. Dear son of Pearl and the late Walter and brother of Brian, Rodney and Trevor. 

Family and friends are welcome to call at James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE on Friday 13th September from 7pm to 9pm to pay their respects. 

A Service of Thanksgiving for the life of David will be held in Drumreagh Presbyterian Church, Bendooragh on Saturday 14th September at 11:00, cremation afterwards private.  House strictly private.  No flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be made payable to James Henry Funeral Services (address above) for Headway. 

Always loved and remembered for as long as there’s stars in the sky and maybe longer.

Taggart Yvonne Mae 7th September 2024

Taggart Yvonne Mae, 7th September 2024, peacefully at Castle Lodge Care Home, formerly of 9 Clougher Road, Kirkinriola. 

Beloved wife of the late William, dear sister of Jackie and the late James, loving aunt of Lorna, Adrian, John and Yvonne and a much loved great aunt and great great aunt. 

Funeral service in Cloughwater Presbyterian Church on Tuesday 10th September at 11 am, interment afterwards Kirkinriola burying ground. 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be made payable to N.H.S.C.T. Community Care Fund  c/o James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Antrim Area Hospital Renal Unit. 

Lovingly remembered by all the family circle.

“Forever with the Lord”

Shaw Claire (nee Blair) 7th September 2024

Shaw Claire (nee Blair) 7th September 2024, peacefully at Prospect Private Nursing Home, formerly of Old Galgorm Road, Ballymena.  Beloved wife of the late Tom, loving daughter of the late Thomas and Susan, much loved sister of Nan and Thomas and sister-in-law of Georgie and the late John (Caldwell). 

House and funeral private (at her own request). 

No flowers please, donations in lieu if desired may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Motor Neuron Disease UK.  

Lovingly remembered

Halliday Trevor 5th September 2024

Halliday Trevor 5th September 2024, at Altnagelvin Hospital, late of 13 Grangegorm Drive, Ballymena. 

Loving husband of Isabel, devoted dad of David and Catherine, father-in-law of Natasha and Kieran, doting granda of Ben, Lucy, Elijah, Chloe and Iris, son of the late Nancy and Ernest and caring brother of Anne and Lorna, brother-in-law of Michael (Johnston) and David (Parker). 

A popular local teacher and sportsman. 

Funeral service in St Patrick’s Parish Church Castle Street, Ballymena on Sunday 8th September at 3pm interment afterwards Ballyclug Parish Churchyard (Ballymarlow). 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for St Patrick’s Parish Church Funds. 

Greatly loved and will be very sadly missed.

Foster John 4th September 2024

Foster John 4th September 2024, at hospital, after a long illness, late of 20 Dreen Road, Cullybackey.  Beloved husband of Julia, loving father of Simon, Audrey and Lisa, much loved father-in-law of James, adored granda of Jordan, John, Morgan, Zach, Ellie, Molly, Matthew, Emma and Daniel and devoted great grandfather of Reuben, Rory, Riley, Thomas, Jonah and Teddy. 

Funeral service in Ballee Baptist Church on Monday 9th September at 12.30pm, interment afterwards Ballymena Cemetery (Cushendall Road).  House private.  Family and friends are welcome at Henry’s Funeral Parlour 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE on Friday 6th September from 6pm to 9pm. 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Service (address above) for Angel Wishes Children’s Cancer. 

Will never be forgotten by his wife, daughters and family circle.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” 2 Timothy 4 v 7

Thornton Eileen (nee Wray) 3rd September 2024

Thornton Eileen (nee Wray) 3rd September 2024, suddenly, the result of an accident, late of 25 The Commons, Broughshane, formerly of Station View, Glarryford.  Much loved daughter of David and the late Angela, loving sister of Gareth and Gregory, sister-in-law of Jenny and Louise and dear aunt of Dean, Lewis and Courteney. Funeral service in Henry’s Funeral Parlour 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE on Saturday 7th September at 12 noon, interment afterwards Killymurris Presbyterian Church burying ground. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be made payable to James Henry Funeral Services (address above) for NI Chest, Heart and Stroke and Addiction Services

Always loved and remembered.

“Safe In The Arms of Jesus”

Deacon Jack 29th August 2024

Deacon Jack 29th August 2024, peacefully at home, 15 Kenbane Crescent, Ballymena, after a short illness. 

Beloved husband of Edith, loving father of Jaclyn and Richard, father-in-law of Kristofier and Danielle, devoted grandfather of Callan, Kendra, Isabella and Aria and dear brother of Yvonne and Eileen. 

Funeral service in Henry’s Funeral Parlour 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE on Monday 2nd September at 12 noon, interment afterwards Ballymena Cemetery (Cushendall Road). 

House private. 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services (address above) for Marie Curie. 

Lovingly remembered by his wife, family and family circle.

Rock Rodney 30th August 2024

ROCK – The wife and family of the late Rodney Rock wish to express their heartfelt and sincere gratitude to all their friends, family and neighbours who supported them during their recent sad bereavement.

To all those who sent cards, messages, visited his home, attended his funeral and donated to Marie Curie, your kindness is deeply appreciated and was a great comfort at such a difficult time.

We are particularly grateful to the Doctors and Staff at the NI Cancer Centre, City Hospital, Belfast, Karen Mulhern & her amazing team of District Nurses, Leanne Devlin, Community Hospice team and to Julie, Paula, Dawn and the rest of the Marie Curie team for all the dedicated care and attention they gave to Rodney during his illness.

Thanks also to Dr Mark Hall and staff at Braid Medical Practice, Ballymena.

Grateful thanks to Rev. David Ferguson for conducting the funeral service and to Barbara Douglas and her catering team for providing the tea following the service.

Heartfelt thanks to the Royal Black Preceptory for the respect shown to the family during their annual parade

Sincerest and deepest gratitude to James Henry Funeral Services for their kindness, compassion and professionalism shown to us during this most difficult time.

Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and thanks, Angela, Jordan and Megan.

Rock Rodney 30th August 2024, peacefully at his home, 49 Warden Street, Ballymena, surrounded by his loving family. 

Dearly loved husband of Angela, devoted father of Jordan and Megan, beloved son of Elizabeth and the late Henry (Harold) and brother of Harry, Colin and Allan. 

Funeral service in St Patrick’s Parish Church, Broughshane on Sunday 1st September at 3pm, interment afterwards at adjoining churchyard. 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Marie Curie. 

Family and friends are welcome to call at the family home from 3pm on Saturday 31st August. 

Will always be remembered by his loving wife Angela, son Jordan and his fiancée Naomi, daughter Megan and family circle.

“Peace perfect peace”

Foster Samuel (Sammy) 28th August 2024

Foster Samuel (Sammy) 28th August 2024, peacefully at Antrim Area Hospital, after a short illness, late of 262 Doury Road, Ballymena BT43 6TU. 

Devoted husband of Angela, beloved father of Nial and Aaron, much loved father-in-law of Kathryn, loving grandfather of baby Samuel James and dear brother of Sandra, Mervyn, Linda and the late Marlene and Beatrice. 

After a private family interment, a Service of Thanksgiving for the life of Sammy will be held in Wellington Presbyterian Church on Sunday 1st September at 2.30pm. 

Family and friends are welcome to call at his late home on Friday 30th and Saturday 31st August from 2pm to 9pm. 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Marie Curie.


“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

2 Timothy 4 v 7

McClelland Mervyn 28th August 2024

Von, Rhonda and Christopher wish to thank all those who called at our home, sent cards, rang and brought food at our recent bereavement.  Special thanks to Cannon Mark McConnell and Pastor Trevor Gillander for conducting the funeral service and visiting daddy during his illness.  Thanks also to the caretaker, organist and ladies who provided the tea.  We will never be able to thank enough the staff of A6, Antrim Area Hospital for the outstanding treatment that daddy received.  Thanks also to the Microbiology Unit for their care given to daddy.  Thanks to Dr Brown, Dr Donalson and all the staff at Smithfield Medical Centre.  Heartfelt thanks to everyone for their support, prayers and kindness at this sad time. 

McClelland Mervyn 28th August 2024, peacefully at hospital, late of 28 Barra Drive, Ballykeel 1, Ballymena. 

Beloved husband of Von, much loved daddy of Rhonda and Christopher, father-in-law of Sammy and Gabriela and a much loved granda and great granda. 

Funeral service in St Patrick’s Parish Church, Castle Street, Ballymena on Friday 30th August at 12 noon, interment afterwards Ballymena Cemetery. 

Family and friends welcome to call at 28 Barra Drive, Ballymena. 

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for St Patrick’s Parish Church Funds. 

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed.