Thinking of you today

McCartan, Martin

Passed away peacefully 6^th March 2026 at Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, surrounded by his loving family, R.I.P.

Much loved son of Elizabeth, cherished brother of Francis, Philomena, Agnes and the late Patrick, Marie, Betty and Bobby. Loving brother-in-law of Irene and Peter and adored uncle of his nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, Belfast, Bangor and Coventry. He will be sadly missed by his entire family circle and friends.

Martin is reposing at O’Kanes Funeral Home, 116-118 Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2GX.  Those wishing to pay their respects are welcome to call on Thursday 12^th March (9.00am to 8.30pm) and immediate family only on Friday 13th. 

His remains will be removed to St. Patricks Church, 199 Donegall Street, on Saturday 14th for Requiem Mass at 10.00am. Committal afterwards at 12.00 noon in Roselawn Crematorium.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Childline or the Welcome Organisation c/o O’Kanes Funeral Directors to the above address, or online www.okanesfunerals.co.uk

St. Philomena pray for him, on his soul, sweet Jesus have mercy.

Gerry passed peacefully at home on 8^th March 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Dearly beloved husband of Jean and loving daddy of Anne-Marie, Cathy and the late Gerard. Devoted granda to his many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Late of Friendly Way.

Sacred Heart of Jesus have Mercy on His Soul.

Gerry’s remains will be reposing in his daughter-in-law’s home 210 Ormeau Road (inside Ormeau Park) from Tuesday afternoon for those wishing to pay their respects.

Gerry’s remains will leave his daughter-in-law’s home at 9.15am on Saturday 14^th to arrive at St Malachy’s Church for 10am Requiem Mass. Cremation to follow in Roselawn Crematorium.

Gerry will be loved and missed always by his heartbroken wife, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and entire family circle.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to Marie Curie c/o O’Neill’s Funeral Directors 98 Stewartstown Road Belfast BT11 9JP (Tel:028 90620099) or online to www.oneillsfuneraldirectors.co.uk.

John passed away peacefully 9^th March 2026 at Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Cherished husband of Ann. Beloved father of Mark, Stephen, Susan, John, Karen and Deborah. Much loved grandfather and great grandfather to many. Loved brother to all his brothers and sisters.

Late of 9 Lincoln Square.

St Padre Pio Pray for Him.

John’s remains will leave his late residence at 10.30am on Saturday to arrive at St Peter’s Church for 11am Requiem Mass. Cremation to follow in Roselawn Crematorium.

John will be loved and missed always by his heartbroken wife, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and entire family circle. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Alzheimer’s NI c/o O’Neill’s Funeral Directors, 228 Falls Road, Belfast, BT12 6AH (Tel: 028 9062 0099) or online to www.oneillsfuneraldirectors.co.uk

Derek's funeral service is at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Saturday 14th March 2026 at 12 Noon.

Family flowers only please and no black.   

Please join the family afterwards for a buffet lunch and to celebrate Derek's life amongst those who loved him.

RSVP: 07456557147

Come as you are no digging your suit out from the back of the wardrobe please 

Come as you would normally dress, how Marc knew and loved you....

There will be a cortege of VW campers and vehicles following the hearse, if you would like to be part of this the meet point will be at The Manor Leisure centre, Station Road, Whittlesey, PE7 1UA - The cortege will pass the entrance allowing you to join at approx 11.30am.

NB: There are speed bumps leading into the car park so any lowered vehicles would be better parking on the main road to the left or right of the entrance.

Please contact Karen if required for futher details - campsitekaz@gmail.com

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Wake info

At the wake there will be a hog roast with vegan and veggie options plus small cold buffet and cakes.
Fully licensed bar
There will be a bonfire lit at dusk for us all to gather around so bring a jacket, blanket, camping chair, if you plan on staying.

I and others will be camping in our vans in the car park at the wake venue overnight, and we have 1 lodge already booked.

If you decide to camp in your van overnight it is £10, I will collect cash off you in the morning. They also serve breakfast baps in the clubhouse. 

NB: There are further lodges available but unfortunately it is a min 3 night booking, 3 bed lodge sleeps 6 - £275 via Hoseasons - Decoy Lakes 

of Rhydmoelddu, Llanbadarn Fynydd 

Funeral service will be held at St. Padarn's Church, Llanbadarn Fynydd

on Saturday 14th March 2026 at 2pm

Sadly missed by family and friends 

Beloved Husband of Ann

Much loved Dad of Barry and Mark and Father in law of Kim and Tammy

And a very special Grandad

Passed away peacefully on 1st March 2026, aged 83 years.

Funeral service to be held at Heart of England Crematorium on Monday 16th March 2026 at 10:15am followed by a celebration of Barry’s life at the Bedworth Ex Servicemen’s Club 

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired payable to Parkinsons UK in memory of Barry which can be made online or by post to J.E.Hackett and Sons Ltd 93 Leicester Road, Bedworth CV12 8AH. Tel: 024 76 313 326.