LAVERY Patrick Joseph (Joe) R.I.P. 135 Barn Row, Annsborough, Castlewellan died February 28, 2023, suddenly at home.

Dearly beloved son of the late Pat and Mary Lavery, brother of Paul and brother-in-law to Dolores. Beloved uncle of Shona, Ciara and Leanne. Loving father of Deborah and father-in-law of Chris, Conor and daughter-in-law Noeleen and grandfather to Cillian, Oisin, Ruairi and Ronan and father of Rory and his partner Lesley and partner of Sally. Will be sadly missed by his wider family circle and many friends. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his gentle soul.

Removal from his late residence tomorrow Thursday March 2, 2023 at 4.15pm to St Malachy’s Church, Castlewellan, arriving at 5.00pm. Funeral Mass on Friday March 3, 2023 at 10.00am. Burial to follow in Aughlisnafin Cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Marie Curie Hospice, 1 Kensington Road, Belfast BT5 6NF.