Black, Thomas John (Tom)

BLACK, THOMAS JOHN (TOM) - 7th August 2023, peacefully, at Lagan Valley Hospital, aged 87 years. Late of Oakridge Care Home, formerly of 16 Piney Hill, Ballynahinch.  Dearly loved husband of Margaret and loving father to Margaret, Linda and Tom. Father-in-law to Billy, David and Siobhan. Devoted papa to Gareth, Gavin, Gillian, Jenny, Gregory, Katie, Tom, Charlie, Megan, Scott and much loved great-grandpapa. Dear brother to John and the late Billy, Mima, Margaret and Patsy.  Tom's remains will be resting at Douglas Funeral Home, friends and family welcome on Tuesday from 9:30am to 7:00pm and Wednesday 9:30am to 5:00pm.  A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Ballynahinch Baptist Church, on Thursday 10th August, at 11am and afterwards to Lough Inch Cemetery.  No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, via online at www.dougalsfuneraldirectors.com or by cheque payable to Douglas Donations Account for Alzheimer's Society N.I. and Air Ambulance N.I. c/o 20 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8HP. Safe in the arms of Jesus.