George Preston Funeral Director

05/06/2026

Those wishing to view the Service of Thanksgiving for the Life of the late David McMurray (Bessbrook), may do so for free, via the attached Church link:
https://youtu.be/3BG5BbYatQg

04/06/2026

We regret to inform you of the death of Peter John Keenan R.I.P.

Keenan (Bessbrook) Peter John aged 81years, 3rd June 2026, peacefully at Craigavon Area Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, late of West End, Bessbrook. Dearly beloved son of the late Catherine and James Keenan R.I.P. Loving brother of Arthur, and cherished brother of the late Kathleen, Evelyn, Winifred, Madge, Anna and Jim R.I.P., dear brother-in-law and uncle.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on his soul.

Family and Friends welcome at George Preston’s Funeral Home on Friday between 6pm and 8pm.

Requiem Mass on Saturday 6th June 2026 at 11am, in The Church of The Good Shepherd Cloughreagh, followed by burial in SS Peter and Paul’s Cemetery Bessbrook.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his entire family circle, friends and neighbours.

May he Rest in Peace.

02/06/2026

UPDATED FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS in respect of the late David McMurray (Bessbrook).

The main funeral notice has now been updated with the funeral arrangements.

01/06/2026

UPDATED WAKE ARRANGEMENTS for the late David McMurray (Bessbrook).

See main notice below for updated wake arrangements.

01/06/2026

We regret to inform you of the death of David McMurray.

McMurray (Bessbrook) 1st June 2026, David peacefully at hospital, late of 9 Orior Park Bessbrook. Dearly beloved husband of the late Evelyn, much loved father of Ronald and Richard, father-in-law of Victoria and Lynn; treasured grandfather of Noble, Ethan, Hope, Jake and Georgia, loving brother of Doreen and the late Sonia, dearest brother-in-law and uncle.

Family and Friends welcome at his late home on Monday from 4pm to 8pm and on Tuesday and Wednesday from 12 noon to 8pm.

David will be removed from George Preston’s Funeral Home on Thursday at 7.30pm, to arrive at Christ Church for 8pm.

Funeral Service on Friday 5th June 2026, in Christ Church Bessbrook at 2pm followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired, payable to Christ Church Bessbrook and forwarded to George Preston Funeral Directors 1 Main Street Bessbrook BT35 7DJ or via this link: https://davidmcmurray.muchloved.com/

David will be lovingly remembered by his entire family circle, neighbours and many friends.

29/05/2026

We regret to inform you of the death of Jonah White.

WHITE (nee McCullough) (Bessbrook) Jonah, 29th May 2026 peacefully at hospital, late of 5 Maytown Road Bessbrook. Dearly beloved wife of Harry, much loved mother of Ronald. Dearest sister of Arlene, Beatrice, Freda, Gladys and the late Ceciley, loving sister-in-law and treasured aunt.

House private please.

Funeral Service in her late home on Sunday 31st May 2026 at 3.30pm, followed by burial in Bessbrook Presbyterian Burial Ground.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired payable to Bessbrook Presbyterian Church and forwarded to George Preston Funeral Directors 1 Main Street Bessbrook BT35 7DJ.

Lovingly remembered by her entire family circle and friends.

Ps 23 "The Lord is my Shepherd".

24/05/2026

23/05/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT NOTICE from the family of the late Glenna Taylor (Newry).

We would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported us following the loss of our much-loved mum, Glenna, on 21st March 2026.

Your kindness, messages of sympathy, and presence — whether in person or in spirit — have brought us great comfort during a very difficult time.

We are especially grateful to all the friends, family, carers, and healthcare staff who helped care for Mum throughout the years of her illness, including the wonderful staff at Rathfriland Manor Nursing Home for their compassion, kindness, and support.

We would also like to thank those who made donations in Mum’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Society. This cause is close to our hearts, and your generosity will help support others affected by this illness.

Thank you for honouring Mum’s life in such a meaningful way.

With heartfelt thanks,

The Taylor Family

22/05/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT NOTICE from the family of the late Helen Clarke.

We the family of the late Helen Isobel Clarke (Banbridge) would like to express our heartfelt thanks and deepest gratitude for the kindness, sympathy and support extended to us by so many during our recent sad bereavement.

To everyone who attended the funeral on a really bad winters day we say a big thank you to you all. Your cards of sympathy, messages of condolences and social media posts were all of great comfort.

A very special thank you to the Rev Stuart Finlay from Sandy Street Presbyterian Church for conducting such a beautiful graveside service and tribute to our Mum.

We are deeply appreciative of the care Mum received from the staff at Iveagh Private Nursing Home (Banbridge), they cared for Mum this past year and were professional, attentive and very kind to us as a family.

Thank you to David Hanna for the music tribute at the graveside and to The Downshire Arms Hotel for the funeral tea.

We are further grateful for the donations in lieu of flowers for Newry Cancer Research.

Finally our sincere thanks to George Preston Funeral Directors, for their thoughtfulness, professionalism and compassion, especially Gavin, Declan and Paul who ensured all the arrangements were carried out with both dignity and respect.

Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by everyone as a token of our sincere gratitude.

The Clarke Family

18/05/2026

We're holding a drop-in event at Buttercrane Shopping Centre on Tuesday, May 19, 10am-4pm. Come along and find out more about dementia and the support available.