Tributes have been paid following the death of Broughshane man Noel Boyd, following a tragic farm accident which occurred on Wednesday (7 August).
The tight-knit rural community of the Braid Valley were left shocked and saddened as the news emerged of the incident.
Commenting on the tragedy, TUV Braid councillor Christopher Jamieson said:
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of Noel Boyd as a result of a farming accident.
“Noel was well known and respected in local farming and construction circles and this news has come as a shock to many beyond his immediate family.
“I assure the family that they will be in my prayers in the coming days as they seek to come to terms with this horrific development.”
Funeral arrangements for Mr Boyd have not yet been released but a notice has been posted stating:
“Boyd August 7th 2024 suddenly, the result of a farm accident, Noel dearly loved husband of Sandra, 91 Lisnamurrikin Rd., Broughshane, much loved father of Patricia, David and Robert, father in law of Jason, dear brother of Pat, Albert, Robert, Maurice, Anna May, Jennifer, Leonard, and the late Trevor and a dear brother in law and uncle.
“Funeral arrangements later. Enquiries to DJM Robinson & Son, Tel. 028 2763 8218.
“House private until otherwise advised.
“Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Air Ambulance N.I. c/o DJM Robinson & Son, 121 Culcrum Road, Cloughmills, BT44 9DT.
“Lovingly Remembered. "The Lord is my Shepherd".”