Carla Lockhart said,
“It was with real sadness this evening that I learned of the death of my Upper Bann colleague Junior McCrum (aged 57).
To Sharon, Charmain, Ruth and Matthew I extend my deepest sympathies.
Their care for Junior over the past couple of years is testimony to their love as a family.
First and foremost he was a Godly man who lived his life by his
Christian principles. Never ashamed to speak of his Saviour or take a
stand for what he believed was right. Junior was also a dedicated public
servant and lifelong DUP member and long serving Councillor. He has
served the people of this area faithfully over many years and his loss
will be keenly felt by all who knew him. No matter what the problem or
time of day, Junior put others first and sought to help in any way he
could.
I always referred to him as my second Dad as he treated me like a
daughter. He covered hundreds of miles on the canvass trail for me and
colleagues over the years and on days when it was freezing cold and
numbers were few, Junior was there with his heated seats and sometimes a
warm drink.
Whilst it is a very personal loss because of how he looked after and
supported me over many years, our thoughts are very much with his
family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they now organise a
funeral but also for the weeks and months ahead as Junior will be
greatly missed.”