Tributes have been paid to Joan Christie, CVO, OBE, following her death.
Her majesty’s lord lieutenant of County Antrim from 2008-2019 passed away at the weekend.
MLA Robin Swann said: “So sad to hear of the passing of Mrs Joan Christie CVO OBE, the former Lord-Lieutenant for County Antrim. Joan will be greatly missed. She was a true example of dedication and service, who always engaged with openness, sincerity and had a fantastic sense of humour.”
The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman, Wing Commander, Noel Williams, paid tribute to Mrs Christie.
“I am deeply shocked by the untimely death of Mrs Christie and my thoughts are first and foremost with her devastated family and many friends,” he said.
Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson added: “A wonderful lady I had the privilege to know.”
TUV MLA Jim Allister said: “Mrs Christie gave remarkable service and her engaging personality brought presence and impact to every event she attended.”
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