The family of the late Andrew Thomas Boyd, MBE wish to express their sincere thanks and deep appreciation to all the kind relatives, friends, and neighbours who sympathised with them during their recent sad bereavement.
Heartfelt thanks are extended to Rev’d Canon Mark McConnell and Rev’d Dr. Jim Francis MBE for their pastoral care and for conducting the funeral service. Thanks also to the organist and caretaker at St. Patrick’s Parish Church Ballymena, and to the Ballymena Services Club and Delightful Bites for providing the funeral tea.
Special thanks to the Support Care team, the Ballymena District Nursing team, and the NI Hospice Nursing Specialist team for the exceptional care and support given to Andrew and his family. Grateful thanks also to the team at Braid View Medical Practice and to Ballee Pharmacy.
Sincere appreciation is extended to James Henry Funeral Services for the caring and professional manner in which the funeral arrangements were carried out.
Finally, thank you to all who sent cards, telephoned, brought gifts, attended the funeral, or made donations to the NI Hospice via James Henry Funeral Services.
We trust this acknowledgment will be accepted as a token of our heartfelt thanks and appreciation.
Boyd Andrew Thomas M.B.E., 5th June 2025, peacefully, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Dearly beloved husband of Margaret (Greta), Galgorm Gardens, Ballymena, loving and loved father of Elaine, Gayle, Emily and Andrew, father-in-law of Mervyn, Gareth and Lisa, devoted grandfather of Kerri, Thomas, Sam, Andrew, Ruby and Charlotte and dear brother of Adrian.
Funeral service in St Patrick’s Parish Church, Castle Street, Ballymena on Tuesday 10th June at 12 noon, cremation afterwards at Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium private.
House private.
No flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for N.I. Hospice.
Dearly loved and sadly missed by his wife, family and family circle.
Millar David 4th June 2025, peacefully, at hospital, late of Tobar Fold, Cullybackey, formerly of Devenagh Way, Ballymena.
Beloved father of Christopher and partner Laura, grandfather of Mia, brother of Catherine, Fred and the late Roy and Billy and
stepfather of Michelle, Leanne and Thomas.
Funeral service in Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium on Monday 9th June at 10am.
No flowers please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Ward C5 at Antrim Area Hospital (please make cheques payable to N.H.S.C.T Community Care Fund).
Cairns Anne (nee Taylor) 23rd May 2025, peacefully at Masereene Manor Nursing Home, formerly of Tullymore Park Ballymena.
Dearly loved wife of Wesley, loving mother of Colin, Michael and Jan, dear mother in law of Des and Mary and devoted Nana of Ethan, Eleanor and Jamie.
After a private interment a service of thanksgiving for the life of Anne will be held in Clough Presbyterian Church on Monday 26th May at 2pm.
House private.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for Age N.I. Staying Sharp Project, (cheques payable to James Henry Funeral Services please).
Loved and remembered by her husband, children, grandchildren and family circle.
“And whosoever lives and believes in me will never die saith the Lord”
Blair Nancy 22nd May 2025, suddenly, but peacefully, at Camphill Care Home. Much loved mother of Ian, Nicola and Philip, mother-in-law of Alan and Suzi and a devoted grandmother of Kristine, Adam and Matthew.
Funeral service in Henry’s Funeral Parlour, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena, BT43 6EE on Sunday 25th May 2025 at 1pm, interment afterwards Ballymena Cemetery.
Family and friends are welcome to call at the home of her daughter, Nicola, 88 Carncome Road, Connor.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services (address above) for Dementia N.I.
Lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family and family circle.
“The Lord giveth, the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord.”
The family of the late Syrene Foster wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for their love and support during their recent bereavement.
Thanks to the Ballymena Methodist family – especially Rev. Ruth Patterson for her words of comfort and prayers; and Joan Parkinson and her team for the beautiful tea provided following the service of thanksgiving. Also to the West Presbyterian Church and Ballyloughan Presbyterian Church families for their prayerful support.
Thanks to the staff of Ward B5b, Antrim Area Hospital for the care provided in our Mum’s final hours.
To those who called at the house, provided food, sent cards or messages, attended the funeral/service of thanksgiving, or helped in any way. To those who sent donations for NI Children’s Hospice.
Finally, to the staff at James Henry Funeral Services for the dignified care afforded to Mum.
Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation.
Foster Syrene 20th May 2025, suddenly at hospital, late of 18 Harberton Park, Ballymena. Much loved wife of the late Wesley, loving mother of Aaron and Gillian, dear mother in law of Lesley and Brian and devoted grandmother of Rebekah and Matthew.
After a private interment, a service of thanksgiving for the life of Syrene will be held in Ballymena Methodist Church, Ballymoney Road, on Friday 23rd May at 12.30pm. Family and friends are welcome to call at, 18 Harberton Park on Wednesday and Thursday 21st and 22nd May from 2pm to 5pm and from 6pm to 9pm. No flowers please, donations in lieu if desired may be sent to James Henry Funeral Services, 100 Broughshane Street, Ballymena BT43 6EE for N.I. Childrens Hospice.
Lovingly remembered by her family and family circle
