It is with the greatest of regret that we have to inform you of the death of Conal Rafferty, 5 Tobar Glen, Newtownabbey. Conal passed away peacefully in the Mater Hospital on 15th December, surrounded by his loving wife and family. May he rest in peace.

Dearly beloved son of the late Frank & Elizabeth, loving husband of Mairead, devoted father of Brendan, Martin and the late Caroline, dear father-in-law of Tara and Deirdre, devoted grandfather of Lucy, Jack, Odhran, Aodh, Etain, Ruadhan and Nola. Brother of Alacia and the late Betty, Raymond, and Frank.

Conal’s funeral will leave his late residence on Friday 19th at 11.00am to St Bernard’s for 11.30 Requiem Mass, burial afterwards in Carnmoney cemetery.

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife, family and family circle.

St Pio pray for him.