Death Announcements – Page 3 (2025)

CALDWELL – March 25, 2025 (suddenly) at his home, 36 Grange Road, Magherafelt, George Alexander, dearly beloved husband of Helen, much loved and devoted father of Sarah, Jan and David, dear father-in-law of Stephen, Peter and Hayley, loving granda of Lydia, James, Martha, Sam, Annie, Isla and Harry and cherished brother of Margaret, Nora, Heather, Anne and Louise. A service of thanksgiving took place on Friday 28 March in Union Road Presbyterian Church preceded by a private burial in Lecumpher Presbyterian Churchyard (to view the service, click here). Family flowers only please. Donations in memory, if desired, for Union Road Presbyterian Church Building Fund payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Will always be loved and remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand” John 10 v 28

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The officers and Brethren of the above Lodge deeply regret the passing of their highly esteemed member Bro George and extend their deepest sympathy to His Wife Helen, Son Bro David and the entire family Circle.

WM Ian Brown
Sec Andrew Moore

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The Officers and Sir Knights of the above deeply regret the sudden passing of their esteemed member Sir Knight George Caldwell and pass on their deepest sympathy to his wife Helen, son Sir Knight David, daughters Sarah and Jan and the family circle.

WM Darren Pitts
Reg Stephen Fleming

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LOUGHREY (nee Lennox) – March 15, 2025 (peacefully) at Brooklands Care Home, Magherafelt, in her 98th year, Frances Evelyn, dearly beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved and devoted mother of Lillian and the late Stewart, dear mother-in-law of Gregory and the late Sally, loving grandma of Alexander, Charlotte, Patrick, Morgan and Blake and dearest sister of Tom and the late George, Vena, Dorothy and Ida. Funeral service was held on Friday 21 March in Christ Church, Castledawson followed by a private cremation. Donations in memory, if desired, for NI Chest, Heart & Stroke payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donations A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Frances will always be loved and remembered by her family and the entire family circle. “You should be known for the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God.” 1 Peter 3 v 4

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BOWNES – March 16, 2025 (peacefully) at Glenkeen Nursing Home, Wilbur, dearly beloved husband of the late Margaret, formerly of Sersons Road, Magherafelt, much loved and devoted father of Julie, Louise and Rosalyn, dear father-in-law of Paul, Ian and Jonathan, loving granda of Mica, Miles, Ross, Luke, Lucy, Ruby and Jake and dearest brother of Albert, Norman and Henry. Funeral service was held on Thursday 20 March in Knockloughrim Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory, if desired, for The Boys’ Brigade Northern Ireland, payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Lovingly remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “The Lord is my Shepherd” Psalm 23 v 1

Knockloughrim Presbyterian Church

The Interim Session, Committee and congregation are deeply saddened by the passing of their highly esteemed Elder Emeritus, Wilbur, and wish to extend their heartfelt sympathy and prayerful support to his three daughters Julie, Louise and Rosalyn, his brothers Albert, Norman and Henry and the wider Bownes family. Wilbur served the Lord Jesus Christ faithfully within Knockloughrim Presbyterian for many years and he will be greatly missed. “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints” Psalm 116 v 15.

Vacancy Convener Rev Trevor Boyd
Clerk of Session Rev Gareth Stewart

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McCaughey – March 9, 2025 (peacefully) in her 90th year, Annie (Anna), formerly of 40 Lismoyle Road, Kilrea, dearly loved sister of William, Bella (Cairns) and the late Alex, Jim, Archie, Sadie, Winston, John and Martha (Infant), dear sister-in-law of Elizabeth, Leslie, Margaret, Sammy and the late Brenda and also a loving aunt and great-aunt. on Monday evening (March 10) from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Funeral service was held on Tuesday 11 March in Boveedy Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Donations in memory, if desired, for Boveedy Presbyterian Church Building Fund payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Lovingly remembered by the entire family circle. “Thou shalt be missed because thy seat will be empty” 1 Samuel 20 v 18

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SAVAGE (nee Bradley) – Called home March 4, 2025 (peacefully) Margaret (Peggy), dearly beloved wife of the late Danny, 4 Railway Terrace, Castledawson, much loved and devoted mother of Margaret, Janet, Neil, Maureen, Mildred, Karen and the late Thomaseen, dear mother-in-law of John, Sandra, Wesley, Alan, Jim and the late Ivan, also a loving granny and great-granny and dearest sister of the late May, Tom, Agnes, Daphne and George. Funeral service was held on Thursday 6 March in Castledawson Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Donations in memory, if desired, for Dementia Research and Laurel House payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donations A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Lovingly remembered by her family and the entire family circle. “Thou shalt be missed because thy seat will be empty” 1 Samuel 20 v 18

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The Officers and Sir Knights of Magherafelt Preceptory are saddened to learn of the passing of Peggy Savage, mother of our brother Sir Knight Neil Savage. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family circle at this sad time.

WM: James Artt
REG: Jonathan Gilmour

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MONTEITH – March 2, 2025 (peacefully) James Henry (Jim) ex RUC GC, dearly beloved husband of Violet, 2 Beechland Place, Magherafelt, much loved and devoted father of Guy, Ian and Linda, dear father-in-law of Anne, Linda and Garth, loving grandad of Graham, James, Karen, Laura, Sophie, Patrick and Polly and cherished great-grandad of Emily, Jake, Ollie, Harry, Josh, Beau and Teddy. Funeral service was held in St Swithin’s Parish Church on Wednesday 5 March followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. Donations in memory, if desired, for St Swithin’s Parish Church Building Fund, payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Always loved and remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “A day of duty done, a day of rest begun.”

Desertmartin Masonic Lodge No. 496

The Worshipful Master, Officers and Brethren of the above lodge are saddened to hear of the passing of our departed Brother, W/ Brother James Monteith. We extend our deepest sympathies and sincere condolences to his dear wife, Violet, his sons Guy, Ian and daughter Linda and the entire family circle at this very sad time.

W.M. R Brown
Sec. J. Gibson

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The Officers and Members of the above Lodge, deeply regret the passing of our esteemed honorary member Wor. Bro Mr James Monteith and tender our sympathy to the entire family circle at this time.

WM David Wilson
Sec Rodney Condell

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LLOYD (nee Burns) – February 19, 2025, passed away at University Hospital, Coventry, Margaret, formerly of Holywood, Co Down, dearly loved mother of Donna and Billy, loving nanny of Ava and Isla and dearest sister of Joe, Hannah, Robert, Leona, Lorna, and the late Sarah and Billy. Funeral service was held in Garvin’s Funeral Home, on Friday 7 March followed by burial in Polepatrick Cemetery. Donations in memory, if desired, for Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c),15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Will always be loved and remembered by her family and the entire family circle.

What is a Mom?

A mom is one of life’s best gifts,
Someone to treasure all life through,
She’s caring and loving,
Thoughtful and true,
Someone who is always a special part of your life,
Someone who holds a prime place in your heart,
She’s a mentor, a confident and also a friend,
Someone on whose love you can depend.
A mom always has your best interests at heart,
She’s someone so dear and so good,
She’s a blessing, she’s a gift,
She’s a treasure like no other,
She’s someone that is truly wonderful.
Wherever you go, and whatever you do,
A mom’s love will always see you through,
A mom is truly invaluable,
Indispensable and unforgettable.
I wouldn’t want anyone but you,
And that’s why I’m so grateful,
that life picked you for me.

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McKEOWN – Called home February 26, 2025 (peacefully) at Antrim Area Hospital, Robert Leonard (Bobby), 118 Moneymore Road, Magherafelt, dearly beloved husband of the late Sheila, much loved and devoted father of Leonard, Mervyn, Ian, Shirley (Thompson), Jacki (Finn) and Richard, dear father-in-law of Ann, Emma, Heather, John, Valerie and the late Will, also a loving granda and great-granda and dearest brother of the late Louise, William John and Georgina. Funeral service was held in Calvary Free Presbyterian Church on Saturday 1 March followed by burial in the adjoining Graveyard. Donations in memory, if desired, for The Free Presbyterian Church Mission Board payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Always loved and remembered by his family and the entire family circle. “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints” Psalm 116 v 15

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CRAWFORD – February 24, 2025 (peacefully) at the Macmillan Unit, Antrim, Robert John, 2 Mountview Way, Moneymore, dearly beloved husband of Lorraine, loving son of the late Bobby and Gladys and dearest son-in-law of Leslie and Bella (Cairns). Service of committal was held in St Columbkille Parish Churchyard, Termonmaguirke, Carrickmore on Thursday 27 February. Donations in memory, if desired, for Moneymore Medical Centre payable to Garvin’s Funeral Service (Donation’s A/c), 15 Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BP. Lovingly remembered by his wife and the entire family circle. “The Lord of my Shepherd” Psalm 23 v 1

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