McArdle (Bessbrook) Alan RIP, passed away 18th January, at home, in the care of his loving family.

Dearly beloved husband to Claire, loving Daddy to Seána and Katie, devoted son of Eamon and the late Ann RIP, cherished brother of Stephen (Annemarie) and Louise (Joe) and a dearest nephew, uncle, brother in law, neighbour and friend.

Alan’s remains will repose at his late residence 1 Derrymore Meadows, Bessbrook BT35 7GA, 2-9pm both Wednesday and Thursday.

Funeral Friday – Requiem Mass in St Malachy’s Church, Carrickcruppen at 2.30pm. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

House private please outside of viewing times and on the morning of the funeral

Family flowers only- donations in lieu to Regional Acquired Brain Injury Unit, Musgrave Park c/o the family or Daniel Mallon Funeral Director tel 02830277210.

Deeply regretted by his sorrowing family circle and many friends.

St Brigid pray for him.