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James Minnis & Son Funeral Directors

An independent family run business providing compassionate and considerate funeral services. Headstones and grave markers available

We are members of The National Association Of Funeral Directors (NAFD).

06/01/2026

FAMILY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

BRIAN CLINGAN

Karen and the family circle of the late Brian Clingan would like to thank all those who sympathised with them following their recent bereavement.
To all those who telephoned, sent cards, attended the wake and the funeral service, you kindness means a lot to us.
A special thanks to the carers who attended to Brian at his home, to the doctors in Scarva Street Surgery Loughbrickland and to the doctors and nurses in ICU and Ward 1 South in Craigavon Area Hospital for all their care to Brian.
A Special thanks to Karl Wilson for his help in organizing the music, his kind words and carrying out the service . Also to Sandy Penny for his help with the funeral arrangements and his kind words at the service and to Karen Adair for her kind words at the service.
To James Minnis & Son funeral directors for the professional, dignified and excellent way they carried out the funeral arrangements and helped the family.
Hoping this acknowledgment will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation.

01/01/2026

As we welcome a New Year, we pause to remember those who are no longer with us but remain forever in our hearts.

New Year can be a tender time for many — a moment that brings reflection, memories, and love that never fades.

From John and all the staff at James Minnis & Son we wish you peace, comfort, and gentle moments in the year to come. May 2026 bring healing, hope, and cherished memories that continue to shine.

31/12/2025

FAMILY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

EDITH HOEY

David and Elaine Hoey wish to thank all those who sympathised, with them on the passing of their beloved mother Edith Hoey. We want to thank Dorthery and Steady, for their loving care of mum and indeed everyone at Everycare Solutions, who provided mum with exceptional care.We also wish to thank the doctors at Gilford Health Centre and also the receptionists, who were a great support to Elaine. Thanks also to the district nurses, ambulance crews, paramedics, acute care at home team and Marie Curie nurses, who all looked after mum. To Rev Robert Smyth for his ministry, in the home and at the grave side. Thanks also to Vera Kimmons, for providing a beautiful tea. Thanks to John Minnis (James Minnis & Son) and his team for their kindness, and expertise, in looking after mum. To all those who called, left cards, David and I thank you for your sympathy, special thanks go to Darcy our steadfast companion through these difficult times.
We hope that these thanks reach everyone that contributed in any way when we lost our beloved mum.

31/12/2025

McKAY (Nee Cranney) – Nellie (Phil) RIP 31st December 2025, peacefully at Iveagh Nursing Home Banbridge, formerly of 27 Ashgrove Avenue Banbridge.

Loving wife of the late Harry, daughter of the late Jack and Sarah Cranney, devoted mother of Danny, Eugene and Theresa, mother-in-law of Liz, Karen and Paul, a cherished grandmother of Kevin, Danielle, Sean, Marty, Nicola and Stephen, a loving great-grandmother and a cherished sister of Pasty and her late brothers and sisters.

Requiem Mass shall take place on Friday 2nd January 2026 at 11am in St Patrick’s Church Banbridge followed by burial in St Patrick’s Cemetery Banbridge

Family and friends are welcome to call at her late residence 27 Ashgrove Avenue Banbridge.

Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Iveagh Nursing Home (Please make cheques payable to the nominated fund) c/o James Minnis & Son, Bann House, 33 Castlewellan Road, Banbridge BT32 4JQ.

Phil will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sons, daughter, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, sister, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the entire family circle.

“Rest In Peace”

30/12/2025

FAMILY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

HUGH JOHNSTON

The family of the late Hugh Johnston would like to extend their thanks and gratitude for all the support and kindness they received following the loss of their much loved husband, father and grandfather who passed away on 6th November 2025.

We deeply appreciate the exceptional care of the Banbridge District Nursing Team and the Doctors from Banbridge Group Surgery who provided to Hugh before his passing. To the neighbours and friends who called, messaged, sent cards and offered their sympathies, and for those who offered donations in lieu of flowers. All of your support was greatly appreciated.

We also appreciate the professional service offered by Celebrant Joan Davis and to James Minnis & Son funeral directors.

26/12/2025

FAMILY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

GWEN McCALLISTER

McCallister Gwen (nee MCClean)
The daughler Valerie, son in law Alex and Granddaughters Emma and Amy would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude for all the kindness, support and sympathy we received during our recent loss.
Thank you to everyone who called at our house, attended the wake and funeral, phoned, sent messages, sympathy cards, food, and flowers your kindness means a lot to us.
Thank you to all the doctors of Dr Cupples Surgery Loughbrickland and later Dromore Surgery for all their care for mum.
Special thanks to the nursing stall and carers of Mountvale Nursing Home Dromore for all they done for mum over the last 3 years.
To all who helped set up the hall for refreshments and to Iris and Lisa for providing the lovely refreshments. To Alan for doing Churchwarden and
To the Rev Rodney Maginness for his kind ministrations and words of comfort to us at this difficult time. To Mrs Dorothy Loughlin for presiding at the organ.
Thanks also to James Minnis & Son, Funeral Directors for the kind, caring and professional manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements and also to all who are sending donations in lieu of flowers to Aghaderg Sunday School.
Our apologies if we have left anyone out it is not intended. Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted as all as a token of our sincere appreciation

Valerie, Alex, Emma & Amy

23/12/2025

NICOLETTI (Nee FEARON) – 22nd December 2025, Joan Agnes (Joanie) peacefully at Craigavon Area Hospital late of 33 Ravenswood Banbridge.

Dearly loved wife of Aidan, devoted mother of Danielle and Dean, mother-in-law of Mark and Wendy, much loved grandmother of Poppy and a cherished sister of Tisha, Elaine, Barbara, Neil and the late Gary and Martin

Requiem Mass shall take place on Saturday 27th December at 12 noon in St Patrick’s Church Banbridge followed by burial in St Patrick’s Cemetery Banbridge.

Family and friends are welcome to attend James Minnis & Son Funeral Home, Bann House, 33 Castlewellan Road, Banbridge BT32 4JQ on 26th December between 2-4pm and 6-8pm.

Joanie will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, daughter, son, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, granddaughter, sisters, brother and the entire family circle.

“Forever Loved and Missed”

22/12/2025

MORTON (Nee McCullough) – 21st December 2025, Susan Hannah, peacefully at her late residence 15 Fort Street Banbridge.

Dearly loved wife of George, devoted mother of Joanne and Richard and a much loved grandmother of Megan and Claudia.

Funeral service shall take place at her late residence on Wednesday 24th December at 10.30am followed by burial in Banbridge New Cemetery.

House strictly private.

Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Motor Neurone Disease Association (please make cheques payable to the nominated fund) c/o James Minnis & Son, Bann House, 33 Castlewellan Road Banbridge BT32 4JQ.

Susan will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, son, daughter, granddaughters, brothers, sisters and the entire family circle.

“Peace Perfect Peace”

17/12/2025

CLINGAN– 16th December 2025, Brian peacefully at Craigavon Area Hospital late of White Row, Castlewellan Road, Banbridge.

Dearly loved son of the late Raymond and Essie, cherished brother of Karen and her partner Winston, much loved uncle of Paige and Jack (Megan), a great-uncle of Hallie and a much loved nephew and friend.

Funeral service shall take place on Friday 19th December at 11am in James Minnis & Son Funeral Home, Bann House, 33 Castlewellan Road, Banbridge BT32 4JQ followed by burial in Banbridge New Cemetery.

House closed. Family and friends are welcome to attend James Minnis & Son Funeral Home (address as above) on Thursday 18th December between 3.30pm – 5pm and 7-9pm.

Donations in lieu of flowers to Air Ambulance NI (Please make cheques payable to the nominated fund) c/o James Minnis & Son (address as above)

Brian will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sister and her partner, his niece, nephew, great-niece and the entire family circle.

“At Peace”

14/12/2025

UPDATED NOTICE -AMY SANDS

SANDS (Nee Adair)– 10th December 2025, Jane Emily (Amy) suddenly at Craigavon Area Hospital late of Cambrai Heights Waringstown.

Dearly loved wife of the late Billy, cherished sister of David and George and the late Isaac and Samuel and a much loved aunt, great-aunt and great-great aunt.

Funeral service shall take place on Thursday 18th December at 11.15am in James Minnis & Son Funeral Home, Bann House, 33 Castlewellan Road, Banbridge BT32 4JQ followed by Cremation in Roselawn Crematorium at 1.20pm.

Family and friends are welcome to attend James Minnis & Son Funeral Home (address as above) on Wednesday 17th December between 5-9pm.

Donations in lieu of flowers to the Evora Hospice and Air Ambulance NI (Please make cheques payable to James Minnis & Son) c/o James Minnis & Son (address as above)

Amy will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her brothers and the entire family circle.

12/12/2025

RE: THE LATE RONALD PENNY

Barbara and the family of the late Ronald Penny would like to thank all those who sent messages, sent cards, called at the home and posted messages of sympathy on line, it is greatly appreciated.
The Penny Family

11/12/2025

McCALLISTER – 11th December 2025, Gwen peacefully at Mountvale Nursing Home Dromore formerly of Woodside Park Loughbrickland.

Dearly loved wife of the late John, devoted mother of Valerie, mother-in-law of Alex and proud and devoted granny to Emma and Amy.

Funeral service shall take on Saturday 13th December at 2.30pm in Aghaderg Parish Church Loughbrickland followed by burial in the adjoining grave yard.

Family and friends are welcome to attend James Minnis & Son, Funeral Home, Bann House, 33 Castlewellan Road, Banbridge BT32 4JQ on Friday 12th December between 6-8pm.

Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Aghaderg Sunday School (Please make cheques payable to Aghaderg Parish Church) c/o James Minnis & Son address as above.

Gwen will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughter, son-in-law, granddaughters and the entire family circle.

“Safe In The Arms Of Jesus”

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Bann House 33 Castlewellan Road
Banbridge
BT324JQ

Telephone

+442840625985

Website

http://jamesminnisfuneraldirectors.co.uk/

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