McGOWAN Gerard (Gerry) passed peacefully at hospital after a short illness surrounded by his loving family on August 13, 2024.

Beloved husband for 61 years of Eilish, much loved father to Joe, Ciaran, Bronagh and Aidan. Loving Papa to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Gerry’s remains will be reposing at his late home, 37 Stewartstown Park, Belfast, today (Thursday). Requiem Mass will be held in St Joseph’s Church, Hannahstown at 11.30am on Friday August 16th followed by burial in Our Lady’s Cemetery, Hannahstown. St Gerard pray for him. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle.