GILCHRIST Francis – 15th December 2023, peacefully at home.

Dearly beloved husband of the late Margaret and much loved father of Damian, Nuala, Anna, Fiona, father-in-law of Danielle and Dean, loving grandfather of Nicola, Keeva, Dara and Aoife and dear brother of Gerard, Anne, Oliver, Mary and Theresa. May he rest in peace.

Francis will be reposing in Charles Rourke and Sons’ Funeral Home, Downpatrick on Saturday 16th December, those wishing to pay their respects, may do so between 6.00pm – 9.00pm when the family will be present. Removal to St. Mary’s Church Dunsford, on Sunday 17th December arriving at 7.00pm.

Requiem Mass will be held on Monday 18th December at 1.00pm. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations may be made in lieu, if desired to Marie Curie c/o Charles Rourke and Sons Funeral Directors, 51 Church Street, Downpatrick, BT30 6EH.