The death has occurred of:
SAMUEL (Sammy) JOHNSTON
Passed away peacefully at home on 1st November 2026, late of Woodburn Road, Carrickfergus.
Loving son of Sammy and the late Sybil. Father of Cheryl and Ryan, father-in-law of Karl, brother of Jacqueline, brother-in-law of Mark and granda of Brooke and Lyle.
A service of thanksgiving for Sammy’s life will take place on Friday 6th November 2026 at 12 noon in S & J Irvine’s Funeral Home Carrickfergus 31-35 Irish Quarter South Carrickfergus BT38 8BL followed by burial at Victoria Cemetery.
Afterwards, everyone is welcome to join the family at Carrickfergus Temperance Orange Hall, 33 Oakfield Drive, Carrickfergus.
Regalia may be worn.
Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be made to The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal c/o S & J Irvine Funeral Directors, 31 - 35 Irish Quarter South Carrickfergus BT38 8BL (cheques made payable to the above charity please; card payments welcome via telephone on 02893 351540 Mon – Fri 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Cash donations also welcome.)
Sammy will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and everyone who knew and loved him.
Simply the Best.