DOWNEY Joseph. Died 15th July 2026 suddenly. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor, Loving father of his two children John and Geraldine. Devoted grandfather to Lena-Jane, Arya, and Eirinn. Father-in-law to Leo. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Joseph’s remains shall be reposing at O’Kanes Funeral Directors, 12 Portland Avenue, Newtownabbey, phone 02890 233133, from Monday 20th July.

Requiem Mass shall be celebrated on Thursday 23rd July at St Bernard’s Church, Glengormley, BT36 7QR at 10.45am and this can be viewed live at https://churchmedia.tv/st-bernards-church-glengormley, followed by cremation at Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium. Sacred Heart of Jesus Have Mercy on his Soul.

Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research c/o O’Kanes Funeral Directors