ALEXANDER James Michael passed away peacefully 12th June 2026, at hospital. Late of Abbots Cross Newtownabbey. Loving and devoted husband of the late Marion. Much loved dad of Alison, Fiona and Lesley. Father-in-law to Arnold and Hervé. Very proud grandpa of Judith (Stevie), Andrew, Jennifer (Aisea), Rebecca and Samantha. Great-grandfather to Arthur, Frank and Edweena. Brother-in-law of David.

A service of thanksgiving for Michael’s life will be held in Whitewell Metropolitan Tabernacle, Shore Road Belfast on Monday 22nd June at 11.30 a.m. and afterwards to Carnmoney East Cemetery arriving approximately 2.00p.m.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired to Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke c/o S&J Irvine Funeral Directors.

Michael will always be loved and remembered by the entire family circle at home and abroad.

God saw the road was getting rough, the hills were hard to climb, He gently closed his weary eyes and whispered “Peace be thine”.