Downes – Robert John (Scalper), peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, at 1.47am Tuesday 16th December, a nod to Robert’s history with the number 147. Devoted son of the late Bobby and Ruby, dearly loved husband of Sarah, loving father of Carol-Ann, Christopher, William and Harry and adored Daddy of Ruby May. A much loved granda of Ava, Lana, Clark, Reuben and Caleb, son-in-law of May and the late Raymond, father-in-law of Cheryl, loyal brother, uncle and cherished friend to so many. House strictly private. The Funeral cortege will arrive at Ballinteer Road/Farranseer Park, Macosquin at 10.30am on Friday 19th December 2025 for family and friends to pay their respects. Funeral service in St. Mary’s Parish Church at 12 noon followed by a private family Committal. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Marie Curie c/o Hugh Wade and Son, 3 Upper Abbey Street, Coleraine, BT52 1BF or online at www.hughwadefuneraldirectors.com. Lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.