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Herbert Houston (Bertie) ALCORN

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Died 18 March 2024, at the age of 100, peacefully after a short illness with his family by his side.

Cherished husband of the late Doreen and devoted father of Steven, Philip, Michael and Elaine, father-in-law of Vivien, Lila, Pam and Brian and grandfather of Nicholas, Tom, Peter, Harry and Jack. Lovingly remembered by his entire family circle and many friends.

The family home will be open to friends and family between 3pm – 8pm on Thursday, 21st and Friday, 22nd March.

A service of thanksgiving for Bertie’s life will be held in St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Rosetta Rd, Belfast BT6 0LT on Tuesday 26 March at 2.30pm after a private family committal.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI and/or Cure Parkinson’s, please make any cheques payable to ‘Norman McBriar & Son’ Funeral Directors 37 Saintfield Mill, Saintfield, BT24 7FH (Call 02897519739 for any enquiries).

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Fond memories of summertime in Drumnacraig with Bertie and his family.
RIP, Bertie, you had a good innings. Brendan Ward, Drumnacraig and Dublin Wednesday 27 March 2024
Our deepest sympathy. Such fond memories of Bertie Doreen and the family.

Rest in Peace

Carmel and Sheena McKinney In heavenly love abiding. Carmel and Sheena Tuesday 26 March 2024
Sincerest Sympathy to Bertie’s family. A wonderful gentleman and great memories made over the years at Drumncraig. A life well lived.
Sorry we can’t attend his memorial service as we are in New Zealand with our daughter. Thinking of you all at this time x Maurice and Myra MitcgellDrumncraig and Castlederg Thursday 21 March 2024
Alcorn, Herbert Houston (Bertie) 18th March 2024 peacefully in hospital. Much loved uncle of Lynda and great uncle of Judith and the late Andrew. Will be greatly missed by Lynda, Wesley and Judith.
“God is our refuge and strength.” Psalm 46:1 Lynda, Wesley and Judith Thompson Wednesday 20 March 2024
To us, Bertie was the essence of what the Irish calla lovely man' : friendly, welcoming, kind, curious, open to all sorts of new experiences, always willing to help and possessed of an extraordinary range of knowledge and skills. If he could not work out what the problem was and fix it, then it was obvious that it couldn't be fixed!

We send our sympathy, condolences and love to the whole Alcorn family. You will certainly miss him and mourn his loss, but, like us, you will have all kinds of fond memories and you will also know that lots and lots of others will miss him too. To us, he and Doreen simply WERE Drumnacraig. John and Margaret Young, Belfast Wednesday 20 March 2024
ALCORN, Herbert Houston (Bertie) – Died 18th March 2024. The Worshipful Master, Officers and Brethren of Quoile Masonic Lodge of Past Masters No. 50, deeply regret the passing, in his 101st year, of their very highly esteemed member, Very Worshipful Brother Bertie Alcorn, father of W/Bro Philip Alcorn and extend their heartfelt sympathy to his sons, daughter and family circle. David Perry W.M.; John Dickson Sec. Tuesday 19 March 2024
A wonderful man who lived life well and to the full!
Sending sincere condolences to the family.
He will be sorely missed in Drumnacraig!
RIP Bertie
The McCann/ Dahill family The McCann/Dahill family Tuesday 19 March 2024
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Service date & Time

26 March 2024, 2.30PM

Service Location

St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Rosetta Road, Belfast, , BT6 0LT

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Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI and/or Cure Parkinson’s, please make any cheques payable to ‘Norman McBriar & Son’ Funeral Directors 37 Saintfield Mill, Saintfield, BT24 7FH.

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The death has occurred of:
Herbert Houston (Bertie) ALCORN

Died 18 March 2024, at the age of 100, peacefully after a short illness with his family by his side.

Cherished husband of the late Doreen and devoted father of Steven, Philip, Michael and Elaine, father-in-law of Vivien, Lila, Pam and Brian and grandfather of Nicholas, Tom, Peter, Harry and Jack. Lovingly remembered by his entire family circle and many friends.

The family home will be open to friends and family between 3pm – 8pm on Thursday, 21st and Friday, 22nd March.

A service of thanksgiving for Bertie’s life will be held in St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Rosetta Rd, Belfast BT6 0LT on Tuesday 26 March at 2.30pm after a private family committal.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Air Ambulance NI and/or Cure Parkinson’s, please make any cheques payable to ‘Norman McBriar & Son’ Funeral Directors 37 Saintfield Mill, Saintfield, BT24 7FH (Call 02897519739 for any enquiries).

May your unfailing love be my comfort (Psalm 119)

Gone fishin’…

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Funeral Details

Service Date & Time

26 March 2024, 2.30PM

Service Location

St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Rosetta Road, Belfast, , BT6 0LT

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Latest Sympathy Notices

Fond memories of summertime in Drumnacraig with Bertie and his family.
RIP, Bertie, you had a good innings. Brendan Ward, Drumnacraig and Dublin Wednesday 27 March 2024
Our deepest sympathy. Such fond memories of Bertie Doreen and the family.

Rest in Peace

Carmel and Sheena McKinney In heavenly love abiding. Carmel and Sheena Tuesday 26 March 2024
Sincerest Sympathy to Bertie’s family. A wonderful gentleman and great memories made over the years at Drumncraig. A life well lived.
Sorry we can’t attend his memorial service as we are in New Zealand with our daughter. Thinking of you all at this time x Maurice and Myra MitcgellDrumncraig and Castlederg Thursday 21 March 2024
Alcorn, Herbert Houston (Bertie) 18th March 2024 peacefully in hospital. Much loved uncle of Lynda and great uncle of Judith and the late Andrew. Will be greatly missed by Lynda, Wesley and Judith.
“God is our refuge and strength.” Psalm 46:1 Lynda, Wesley and Judith Thompson Wednesday 20 March 2024
To us, Bertie was the essence of what the Irish calla lovely man' : friendly, welcoming, kind, curious, open to all sorts of new experiences, always willing to help and possessed of an extraordinary range of knowledge and skills. If he could not work out what the problem was and fix it, then it was obvious that it couldn't be fixed!

We send our sympathy, condolences and love to the whole Alcorn family. You will certainly miss him and mourn his loss, but, like us, you will have all kinds of fond memories and you will also know that lots and lots of others will miss him too. To us, he and Doreen simply WERE Drumnacraig. John and Margaret Young, Belfast Wednesday 20 March 2024
ALCORN, Herbert Houston (Bertie) – Died 18th March 2024. The Worshipful Master, Officers and Brethren of Quoile Masonic Lodge of Past Masters No. 50, deeply regret the passing, in his 101st year, of their very highly esteemed member, Very Worshipful Brother Bertie Alcorn, father of W/Bro Philip Alcorn and extend their heartfelt sympathy to his sons, daughter and family circle. David Perry W.M.; John Dickson Sec. Tuesday 19 March 2024
A wonderful man who lived life well and to the full!
Sending sincere condolences to the family.
He will be sorely missed in Drumnacraig!
RIP Bertie
The McCann/ Dahill family The McCann/Dahill family Tuesday 19 March 2024
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