John McElderry: Tributes paid to well known Ballymoney businessman
Tributes have been paid to John McElderry Senior who ran a tractor dealership in Ballymoney.
A post on John McElderry Motors & Tractors LTD today says ‘Due to the passing of John McElderry Senior, a Ballymoney businessman for over 65 years, John McElderry M&T Ltd will be closed Saturday the 12th of September 2026 as a mark of respect’.
A funeral notice says he died on September 10, 2026 and is the ‘dearly loved husband of Moyra, much loved father of Kerry, Colin, Lindy and the late J.J., father-in-law of Wendy, Rod and John, a devoted grandpa, great grandpa and a very dear brother-in-law and uncle’.
It adds: ‘A celebration of his life will be held in Royal Portrush Golf Club on Saturday at 5.00pm.’ DUP Councillor Darryl Wilson – for Causeway coast and Glens Borough Council – said: “I was very sorry to hear of the passing of John McElderry.
“The McElderry name has been part of Ballymoney and the wider North Antrim farming community for generations, and John played an important part in carrying that proud family tradition forward.
"McElderry’s on Market Street is a name known right across this area. For many people it is more than simply a business, it has been part of the fabric of Ballymoney and closely connected to farming and rural life for many years.
"John was a well known and respected businessman who made a lasting contribution to our local community. My thoughts and sincere condolences are with John’s wife Moyra, his family circle, his grandchildren and great grandchildren, and all the staff at McElderry’s at this very sad time.”