The Ballycastle community is mourning the passing of Philip Morton, a much-loved father, brother and member of the local community, who died peacefully in hospital on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Philip, late of Dunineany View, Ballycastle, Co. Antrim, is remembered by his family with deep affection and sadness. His passing has left a painful absence for those who knew and loved him, particularly his children, siblings and wider family circle. He was the beloved son of the late Shaun and Martha Morton. Throughout his life, family remained an important part of Philip’s story, and his memory will continue through the people closest to him. Philip was a loving father to Victoria and her partner Richard, and to Philip and his partner Shannen. His role as a father was among the most meaningful parts of his life, and his children will carry memories of his presence, guidance and love in the years ahead. He was also a dear brother to Isabella, Caroline, John, Teresa and Kevin. The loss of a brother brings a particular kind of grief, and his family is now facing the difficult days following his death while remembering the years they shared together. News of Philip’s peaceful passing in hospital has brought sadness across Ballycastle, where family connections and community ties often run deep. Friends, neighbours and those who knew the Morton family are joining his loved ones in remembering a man whose life was closely connected to the people around him. Philip Morton Cause of Death Philip Morton died peacefully in hospital on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The death notice does not provide a specific medical cause of death, and no further details concerning his illness or final days have been publicly stated. It is therefore appropriate to remember the circumstances simply as a peaceful passing in hospital. For his children, Victoria and Philip, and their partners Richard and Shannen, his death marks the loss of a father whose place in their lives cannot be replaced. For his siblings Isabella, Caroline, John, Teresa and Kevin, it is the loss of a brother and a shared part of their family history. As the Morton family comes to terms with their loss, thoughts are with all those who loved Philip and are now remembering him. His life was defined not only by the years he spent in Ballycastle but also by the family relationships that gave those years meaning. The memories created with his children, brothers and sisters will remain part of the family’s story. In the days ahead, those memories will provide comfort as they navigate the grief that follows his passing. Philip Morton will be remembered as a cherished father, a dearly loved brother and a member of the Ballycastle community whose passing has brought sorrow to those closest to him. Post navigation Abdullah Ibrahim Obituary, Germany Death – South African Jazz Legend Mourned at 91 Diane Obituary, Death – Family and Friends Mourn a Loving Soul