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Sunday World
13-06-2025
- Sunday World
Grandmother killed in her Belfast home ‘didn't deserve what happened', funeral told
During the service, mourners heard how Marie Green, who was born in north Belfast and attended Lowwood Primary School, was devoted to her family. Family and friends walk behind the hearse carrying the remains of Marie Green as the funeral makes it's way along the Shore road in North Belfast, Friday, June 13, 2025. Photo by Peter Morrison Family and friends walk behind the hearse carrying the remains of Marie Green as they pass her home were she was recently killed. Photo by Peter Morrison Mourners at the funeral of a pensioner killed in her north Belfast home have heard she 'didn't deserve what happened to her'. Marie Green – described as a devoted mother and grandmother – was found dead at her home in the early hours of last Tuesday morning. Her son Lewis Green appeared in court last week charged with her murder. Family and friends gathered as the 71-year-old's coffin left Wrays Funeral Home and passed her Shore Road home, before a service of thanksgiving at Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium. During the service, mourners heard how Mrs Green, who was born in north Belfast and attended Lowwood Primary School, was devoted to her family. 'The family cannot thank everyone enough for the invaluable support through this extremely difficult time,' said Stephen Thompson, who led the service. 'Love will sit at the heart [of this service], because love can conquer all things." Marie Green. Photo: FuneralTimes During the service, Mr Thompson said Mrs Green's husband Ian was unable to attend due to bad health, but said he had 'emphasised he wants the day to be a celebration of Marie, whom he loves so dearly, and he will forever cherish the time they had together.' Mourners also heard how Mrs Green was a devoted employee of NI Trucks in Mallusk, having worked for the company for nearly 30 years as a receptionist – a role in which she was described as 'perfect' due to her love of 'talking to everyone'. 'Marie was a natural mother... doing all the jobs a mother does... she would never complain and had the patience of a saint,' Mr Thompson added. 'Marie was just an amazing granny as she was a mother… always visiting or asking about her grandchildren any chance she could get.' Family and friends walk behind the hearse carrying the remains of Marie Green as they pass her home were she was recently killed. Photo by Peter Morrison Today's News in 90 Seconds - June 13 2025 Mr Thompson also read a poem, written by Mrs Green's young granddaughter, which said: 'I love you from the bottom of my heart. We will never be far apart. 'I do not know what else to say, except I love you every single day.' A portion of the song 'Days' by The Kinks was also played, as was 'Dancing Queen' by ABBA. Attendees also heard tributes from Mrs Green's two sons, Adam and Richard, who said their mother's memory lives on through their children. Family and friends walk behind the hearse carrying the remains of Marie Green as the funeral makes it's way along the Shore road in North Belfast, Friday, June 13, 2025. Photo by Peter Morrison 'You were so selfless and gave everything in life for your family... I will miss your laugh so much; it was just so unique and made us all smile. You didn't deserve what happened to you,' they said. 'From her sisters and childhood friends in the 50s to her grandchildren in present day... she affected all of our lives in such a way that her memory and her essence will always be intertwined with our own lives. 'Objects get broken and lost. So even memories can fail with time. It is the shared connection and love that remain forever." 'Mum, you were loved, you are loved, and you will always be loved.' A death notice said Mrs Green was a 'beloved wife", a 'much loved mum' and 'a loving granny'. It said her death was 'deeply regretted by the entire family circle', adding: 'Marie, you are forever in our hearts.'
BreakingNews.ie
05-06-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
Man charged with murder of 71-year-old woman in Belfast
A man is to appear in court charged with the murder of 71-year-old Marie Green in Belfast. Ms Green was pronounced dead in the early hours of Tuesday at a house in the Shore Road area. Advertisement A 31-year-old man has been charged with murder and non-fatal strangulation. He has also been charged with common assault on another person in connection with the investigation. He is due to appear at Belfast Magistrates' Court on Thursday afternoon.
BBC News
04-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Extension granted to question man over north Belfast murder
The police have been granted an additional 36 hours to question a man arrested on suspicion of murder in north Belfast. The 31-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday after the death of Marie Green, who was Green was pronounced dead at the scene on the Shore Road in the early of Tuesday morning. A cordon is in place at the front of the property on the Shore Road which is close to the junction with Donegall Park Avenue. 'Lovely lady' Residents and business owners near the Shore Road have said Marie Green was a lovely lady. North Belfast Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) assembly member Phillip Brett said there is "massive shock and sadness" amongst the community following the incident, adding that it was "absolutely heartbreaking".Alliance MLA Nuala McAllister said it was a "horrifying incident"."I want to express my deepest sympathies to the family and loved ones of the victim," she added."The local community is in immense shock, but I have no doubt they will come together to support the family during what will be such a distressing time.
Irish Times
03-06-2025
- General
- Irish Times
Man (31) arrested as PSNI launch murder investigation into death of woman (71) in Belfast
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has launched a murder investigation after the death of a woman in a house in the Shore Road area of North Belfast. The woman has been named by police as Marie Green (71). She was pronounced dead at the scene in the early hours of Tuesday morning. A 31-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. The PSNI and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service attended the scene in response to a call out just before midnight. READ MORE The PNSI's Major Investigation Team is leading the inquiry. PSNI detective inspector Jennifer Rea, said: 'My thoughts are with Marie's family and loved ones who are left trying to come to terms with their tragic loss. 'A man who was arrested on suspicion of murder, remains in police custody at this time. 'Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances, and I am appealing to anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact detectives.' Earlier on Tuesday, cordons were in place at the front and back of the house as forensic officers carried out detailed examinations. Neighbours were alerted when police vehicles arrived at the house facing Loughside Park. North Belfast DUP MLA Philip Brett said there was 'massive shock and sadness' in the community following the incident.
