We regret to inform you of the recent death of William Semple, passed away peacefully 30th December 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. Late of Lennox Mews, Carrickfergus. Loving and devoted husband of Fiona. Devoted dad to Lee, Ben and the late Natasha. Much loved father-in-law to Claire and Rebecca and proud granda to Ollie, Abbi, Noah and Archie.

A Service of Thanksgiving for William’s life will be held in Greenisland Presbyterian Church on Monday 5th January 2026 at 11.00 a.m. followed by interment in Victoria Cemetery.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired to Action Cancer, c/o S&J Irvine 31-35 Irish Quarter South, Carrickfergus, BT38 8BL (cheques made payable to the above charity please.

William will be lovingly remembered by the entire family circle.

God saw you getting weary and a cure was not to be, He put His arms around you and whispered, “Come to Me”.