The death has occurred of:
Elizabeth PHERSON (née Graham)
Late of Coronation Road, Carrickfergus. Passed away peacefully in hospital Friday 30th January 2026 in her 95th year, with her Grandson by her side. Cherished wife of the late Thomas Derek. Beloved Mother of Margaret and Dorinda. Mother-in-law to Peter and David. Proud and loving Nanny to Stephen, Victoria and Graham. Great Grandmother of Scarlett and Harry. Elizabeth will always be loved and remembered by the whole family circle.
Elizabeth will be resting at her daughter’s home at 33 Knights Avenue, Carrickfergus, from Sunday 1st February 2026. For those wishing to call and pay their respects, the family have requested that all those who intend on calling, do so between 7pm and 9pm from Monday 2nd to Wednesday 4th February 2026.
A service of thanksgiving for the life of Elizabeth, will be held in Joymount Presbyterian Church, Carrickfergus on Thursday 5th February 2026 at 1.30pm followed by a committal in Victoria Cemetery.
Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Dementia UK c/o S&J Irvine 31-35 Irish Quarter South, Carrickfergus BT38 8BL (Cheques made payable to the named charity please and card payments welcome via telephone on 028 9335 1540 Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Cash donations also welcome.)
Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday.