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Christine BEAUMONT
Sadly passed away on Monday the 1st of April 2024, aged 83 years. She will be greatly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service will take place on Monday the 22nd of April at 11:30am at Haycombe Crematorium, Bath. Donations in memory of Christine will be for Stroke Association. Please can any flowers be sent to St Philip and St James, 9 Priory Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2BX Co-op Funeralcare Keynsham, 24 High Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DQ
Margaret Joyce BENCE
Margaret sadly passed away on 10th April 2024, aged 90, after a short illness. The much-loved wife of John, for over 67 years, mother to Angela & David, Grandma to Lucy, Joe, John & Sarah, and Great Grandma to 2 year old Alfie. She will be in our hearts forever and greatly missed by all who knew her. The funeral service well be held at 2pm on Thursday 9th May 2024 at St. Bartholomew's Church, Wick. Following the service everyone is welcome to join Margaret's family for refreshments in the church rooms. Donations may be made in Margaret's memory to the Alzheimer's Society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Co-operative Funeral Care, Downend. Tel; 01179 575500.
Ruby BOND
Ruby Bond sadly passed away on 29th March 2024 aged 107. Ruby was a much loved Aunt and friend to many and will be dearly missed. Funeral service Thursday 18th April 2024 at West Herts Crematorium, South Chapel at 10am. Donations to Cancer Research. Any queries to J.J Burgess & Sons, 172 High Street, London Colney AL2 1JY 01727 568194.
Kenneth John DAVIES
Sadly passed away 8th April 2024. Service at Canford Crematorium Friday 26th April 2024 at 3.45pm followed by refreshments at the Beehive. Family flowers only, donations invited for Shirehampton Methodist Church. Will be greatly missed by Lis, Toni, Andy, Lisa, Andrew, Lewis, Preeya, Julian and Leah.
Goodbye dad "Mr Ken" you will always be missed. Mike, Lisa, Matt, and Buster.
Will always be remembered and sadly missed. Love Marie, Iain and Ceri.
Barbara Jean DAVIS
Passed away peacefully at Robinson House Care Home on the 6th April 2024 aged 92 years. Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother to all her family that loved her dearly. You will be missed so much, sleep tight. Funeral service to take place at South Bristol Crematorium Tuesday 7th May 2024 at 3.00pm. All are welcome. Family flowers only; Donations if desired in memory of Barbara towards Alzheimer's Society may be given on the day or sent c/o Thomas Davis Funeral Directors Southville Lodge Southville Road, Bristol BS3 1DJ Tel: 01179 663 268
Cyril James FOX
Formerly of Bristol. Much loved Husband, Father, Brother and Grandad, passed away peacefully. Funeral service on Friday 3rd May 2024 at 2.30pm at Boston Crematorium, Lincolnshire. C/O Parker's Funeral Directors 01754 880334. 16 St. John Street Wainfleet Lincolnshire PE24 4DJ
Esme GRIFFITHS (Wilson)
(Wilson) Passed away at Highcroft Hall, Wolverhampton on 9th April 2024 aged 98. Long term resident of Wednesfield, Wolverhampton but born and bred in Bedminster, Bristol. Wife of the late Mr Geoffrey Griffiths. Daughter of the late Mr Richard Wilson (butcher) and Mrs Ellen Wilson (nee Rowland). Father worked as butcher and manager at Jones' Butchers, Victory House, 107 West Street, Bedminster. Grandfather Charles Wilson (also known as William Jones) respected well known butcher and company owner in Bedminster area.
Maternal grandfather Thomas Rowland from deep rooted Bedminster coal mining family. Born in Avonleigh Road and later living in Somermead, Esme attended South Street and Parson Street schools before working in the hairdressing department at Brights of Bristol. Sadly, her home in Somermead was destroyed during the Bristol Blitz in WW2 but fortunately the family and cat survived. She later signed up and served in the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) and briefly meeting Winston Churchill was among her memories of this period.
Sister of the late Charles, Edna, Richard, Ronald and Brenda. Mother of Geoffrey, Julie, Susan and Tina. Grandmother of Gaynor, Richard, Scott, Michael, Christopher, Lee, Peter, Lily and Amy. Great Grandmother of many. So sad and devastated nan that you've passed away. You have been an amazing grandmother and I am comforted in the knowledge that you've been reunited with loved ones who have already left us (including your beloved dog Shan).
Thank you for all the good times, your memories of our ancestors and Bristol, much laughter and discussing your fondness for brandy (which you called your health drink to the very end). Lots of love from grandson Michael xx.
Iris May HARRIS
Passed away peacefully at Home with her husband Robert by her side. Funeral Service to be held at Westerleigh Crematorium (Woodland Chapel) on Wednesday 1 May 2024 at 2.30pm. A dearly beloved Wife of Robert Harris, who will be greatly missed by all who knew her. All enquiries to E C Alderwick & Son Funeral Directors, 71 High Street, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3DG 0117 9353746
Cynthia Mary HOLMAN (nee Pocock)
(nee Pocock) Sadly passed away on 5th April 2024 at the R.U.H., surrounded by her loving family, aged 89 years. Beloved Wife of David, much loved Mum of Sandra, Simon and Andrew. Adored Grandma of Kathryn, Alice, Luke, Hannah and Charlie. She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Monday, 29th April at 10.45am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth are being taken in memory of Cynthia by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.
Christine Mary (Hen) HOWES (Heiron)
(Heiron) (Hen) Christine sadly passed away on Saturday 6th April, aged 77. Beloved wife of Barry, mother to Catherine, Caroline and Nick, grandmother to 6 grandchildren and friend to all; she will be deeply missed. Christine's Funeral shall take place in the Waterside Chapel at Westerleigh Crematorium on Monday 22nd April at 1:15pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Christine's memory to support St. Peter's Hospice.
Raymond Alfred JARVIS
Sadly passed away on 27th March 2024 aged 91 years. Now reunited with Joyce, he will be greatly missed by his Daughter Angelina, Son Dean, Son in Law David, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Funeral Service and Cremation to be held at South Bristol Crematorium on Friday 3rd May at 3.45pm. Donations in memory of Raymond may be made for Macmillan Cancer Support Enquiries to Thomas Davis Funeral Directors, Southville Lodge, Southville Road, Bristol, BS3 1DJ. Telephone: 0117 9663268
Eileen Veronica Patricia KENNEDY
Passed away at home on 5th April 2024 aged 60 years. A much-loved Mother and Grandmother, Eileen will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children, Nadia, Clark and Tia, her Grand-Children, and the whole family. The funeral service will take place at 2:45pm on Friday 26th April 2024 at Westerleigh Crematorium in the Waterside Chapel. Following the service everyone is welcome to join Eileen's family at The Lawns, Church Road, Yate, BS37 5BG to celebrate Eileen's life. Family flowers only, but donations may be made in Eileen's memory to St Peter's Hospice on the day, or online c/o F Woodruff Funeral Directors at https://funerals.uk.net/make-a-donation/.
Pamela MARCUS
Beloved wife, mother, grandma and great grandma. Pam died peacefully in the RUH Bath on Friday 5th April 2024, aged 91 years. Pam lived a very full and interesting life - we will all miss her deeply. Her ceremony will be held at 10.45am on Wednesday 24th April in the Woodland Chapel, Westerleigh Crematorium, BS37 8QP. Pam has requested no flowers, but please wear bright colours. Any donations made on the day will be divided between Dementia UK, The Stroke Association and St Peter's Hospice. Co-op Funeralcare Keynsham, 24 High Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DQ
Beryl Isobel MORGAN
Beryl sadly passed away at Fairview Court Nursing Home on 12th April 2024, aged 98 years. She will be loved and remembered always by her loving family and greatly missed by all that knew her. The funeral service will be held at 4pm on Friday 26th April 2024 at Westerleigh Crematorium in the Woodland Chapel. Family flowers only. Donations can be given on the day of the service. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Roy Preddy Funeral Directors. TEL: 0117 9562834
Stephen Michael (Steve) O'LOUGHLIN
O'LOUGHLIN Stephen Michael (Steve) Steve passed away peacefully at St Peter's Hospice, Brentry on 27 March 2024, aged 60 years. Beloved and greatly missed son of Margaret, brother to Barry and Ian, and loving Uncle to Charlotte, Chelsea, Katie, Juliette and Camille. Steve's funeral will be held at Memorial Woodlands, Earthcott Green, Bristol on Tuesday 23rd April at 2.30pm. Flowers or Donations in Steve's name to St Peter's Hospice.
Maldwyn Hooson (MAL) OWEN
(MAL) Beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on 02.04.2024 aged 87. For funeral details please contact 07981 346282.
Russell John PORTER
Sadly passed away at the Bristol Royal Infirmary Hospital on Friday 29th March 2024 aged 85 years. A much loved husband of Gwen, dear dad of Dawn, Deborah, Robert & Laura, beloved Grampy of Natalie, Evie, Mollie, Maisie, Baylie, Bill & Imogen and brother of Sandra. Russ will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Westerleigh Crematorium Waterside Chapel BS37 8QP at 2.00 pm on Thursday 2nd May 2024, Following the service everyone is welcome to join Russ's family at Ye Old Inn Westerleigh BS37 8QP to celebrate Russ's life. Family flowers only please but donations may be made in Russ's memory to Bristol and Weston Hospitals Charity. The donated funds will be shared between the Bristol Heart Institute and the Bristol Royal Infirmary. There will be an opportunity to donate on the day of the service or please donate online at https://russellporter.muchloved.com All enquiries to E C Alderwick & Son Ltd 71 High, Street, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3DG Tel: 0117 935 3746
Pauline SWEETING
In loving memory of Pauline Sweeting who sadly passed away 08/04/2024 at St Peter's Hospice aged 86. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by daughter Jane, son Alan, son-in-law Dean and daughter-in-law Alison. Grandchildren Alex, Ashley, Josh and Emma. Great grandchildren Esme, Henry, Mollie and Dougie. Funeral Service to take place on Thursday 9th May at Westerleigh Crematorium, Woodland Chapel at 12:15pm Family flowers only. Donations to St Peters Hospice and Great Western Air Ambulance. c/o H.G.Harris Funeral Directors. 2a Victoria Street, Staple Hill, Bristol. BS16 5JS. 01179 569479. Or alternatively you can donate online - https://funerals.uk.net/make-a-donation/
Thomas Joseph (Known as T J) TOGHER
(Known as T J) Passed away on 27th March 2024 aged 80 years Funeral service to be held at St. Teresa's RC Church 71 Gloucester Rd North Filton Bristol BS34 7PL on Friday 3rd May 2024 at 11am followed by a burial at Haycombe Cemetery 209 Whiteway Rd Bath BA2 2RQ Enquiries to: R. Davies & Son 381 Gloucester Road Bristol BS7 8TN 0117 9424 039
Betty WILLIAMS (Nee Bush)
(Nee Bush) Passed away peacefully on 12 April 2024 aged 101. Wife of Sidney, much loved mother of Heather. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. Funeral will be on Monday 29 April at Westerleigh Crematorium in the Woodland Chapel at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Betty may be given on the day to support the work of Bristol Cats and Dogs Home - www.bristolarc.org.uk Enquiries to: Roy Preddy Funeral Directors 2 Cossham Street Mangotsfield, BS16 9EN Tel - 0117 956 2834
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