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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Death Notices
Glyn BARTLETT
Passed away at home on 1st March 2023 aged 88 years. He will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends. A service to celebrate Glyn's life will be held on Thursday 16th March 2023 at All Saints United Church, Longwell Green at 1:00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Glyn for St Peter's Hospice may be given on the day. All enquiries to Roy Preddy Funeral Directors, Mangotsfield on 0117 9562834.
Patricia (Pat) BECKER (Perry)
(Perry) (Pat) Passed away on Saturday 4th March 2023, surrounded by love, after a short illness at the age of 92. We will miss you so very much; we are lost without you. You will live on in our hearts, and in the many memories we shared. Love you always, Malcolm, Lynda, Virginia, Grandchildren and great grandchildren. The funeral will take place 1:45 on 24th March at Westerleigh Crematorium, Woodland Chapel - all are welcome.
Derek Stanley BINDING
Sadly passed away on the 19th of February 2023, aged 94. A cherished father, grandfather and great grandfather, he will be so missed by all those who knew and loved him. Derek's funeral will take place on Thursday the 16th of March 2023, 1pm at Sedgemoor Crematorium, Red Lane, Bridgwater TA6 4SR. Donations in Derek's memory to benefit the R.A.F Benevolent Fund can be left at the retiring collection, or sent directly to the charity.
David Ivor BLACKMORE
The family of David Ivor Blackmore announces with great sorrow his passing on Sunday 26th February 2023. He passed peacefully away at home surrounded by the love of his family. The funeral service will take place on Monday 20th March at 10.15am at Bristol Memorial Woodlands, Earthcott Green, Alveston, Bristol. Followed by cremation at Westerleigh Crematorium for immediate family Donations please to Marie Curie in lieu of flowers.
Winifred CARPENTER (Mary)
(Mary) Mum Mary sadly passed away at her home on 12 February 2023 aged 93 years. Employee of John Harvey & Son for 29 years. Reunited with her husband the late Brian George Carpenter. She will be loved and remembered always by her daughter Diane & Patrick, son Paul & Ali, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral service to be held at 12.30pm on Wednesday 22 March 2023 at St. Nicholas Church, Whitchurch, Bristol. BS14 0PU followed by cremation at South Bristol Crematorium, Bridgwater Road, Bristol. BS13 7AS. All friends, neighbours and anyone who worked with or knew Mary are very welcome to join the family for Buffet and refreshments at the Whitchurch Royal British Legion, Staunton Lane, Bristol. BS14 0QF.
Maureen FISHLOCK
Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on the 20th February aged 90. Will be sorely missed by Jeff, Chris, Mike, Nicole and all family and friends. Funeral to take place on Friday 31st March, 12.30 at South Bristol Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations to British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research.
Norman Reginald FOX
Passed away peacefully on 1st March, aged 91. Will be sadly missed by Keith, Sue and Sheila, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Thanksgiving Service at Totterdown Baptist Church on Tuesday 21st March at 2.45 pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Peters Hospice or RNIB to Bryan G Bishop Funeral Service, Farrington Road, Paulton, Bristol, BS39 7LW.
Ronald John (Ron) FOXWELL
(Ron) Passed away at home on 18th February 2023 aged 88 years. Ron will be greatly missed by all his loving family and the many who knew him. Funeral service will be held at Mendip Crematorium on Friday 24th March, 3.30pm. All enquires to ARW Connock & Son, The Croft, 27, West Shepton, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5UL, Tel 01749 342589.
Michael Richard GRIFFITHS
of Winford, North Somerset. Passed away on 17th January 2023, aged 78 years. Dearly loved and respected father, brother and friend. Funeral Service to take place at South Bristol Crematorium on Wednesday, 15th March at 11.15 am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Macmillan Cancer Support are being accepted in memory of Michael by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.
Beryl HANN
of Cheddar Passed away peacefully on 27th February 2023, aged 85 years. Much loved wife of Ashley and beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service to be held at St. Peter's Church, Draycott on Thursday 23rd March at 11.00am. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Dementia UK may be forwarded to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar Somerset, BS27 3RF Tel: 01934 742885.
Alan (Of Mark) HEMMENS
(Of Mark) Passed away peacefully at home on February 23rd, 2023, aged 94 years. Much loved husband of Freda, father, and father-in-law to Mark, Malcolm, and Bev, and proud grandfather of Harvey and Ayrton. The funeral service takes place at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Monday, March 13th at 10.00 am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance, and The Royal British Legion may be given online at ashleyedwards.co.uk or sent to Ashley Edwards Funeral Directors, 10 Church Street, Highbridge, TA9 3AF. Telephone 01278 794304.
Ian HOLMES
of Buckland Dinham, formerly of Foxcote. 06/04/1939 - 21/02/2023 Died quietly at home as he had wished on February 21st 2023. A loving husband, father and Grandpa. He will be greatly missed by them and his many friends. The funeral service will be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Monday 20th March at 12:15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations are for Dorothy House Hospice. All enquiries to William Adlam Funeral Directors 68a Locks Hill, Frome BA22 1NH Tel: 01373 452100
June (Jean) HOPKINS
Mum passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 18th February aged 92. Sleep peacefully mum, you will be greatly missed by all the family. Loved by sons David, Richard and Steve. The funeral service will be held at St Dunstan's Catholic Church, Keynsham on Tuesday 14th March at 11:30 am.
June (Jean) HOPKINS
Mum passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 18th February aged 92. Sleep peacefully mum, you will be greatly missed by all the family. Loved by sons David, Richard and Steve. The funeral service to be held at St Dunstan's Church, Keynsham on Tuesday 14th March at 11:30.
Deborah Ann HUDSON (Upton)
(Upton) A beloved Mother and truly devoted Nanny. Departed this world on 24th February and has left our hearts broken. God bless Mum, Love always from Samantha and Ben. Nanny, we will always look up to the stars for you. Love from Sophie and Thomas. 'Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories'. Funeral will be held at Canford Crematorium on 20th March at 10.30am. Family flowers only.
Deborah Ann HUDSON (Upton)
(Upton) Darling Daughter, words cannot express my loss. Reunited with your dear Mum now. No longer by my side but forever in my heart. God bless, All my love, Dad. A great friend is something to be cherished, whether they remain by my side in this life or wait for me in the next. Forever in my thoughts, Owen. Funeral will be held at Canford Crematorium on 20th March at 10.30am. Family flowers only.
Deborah Ann HUDSON (Upton)
(Upton) Memories fade over time, but our sister isn't a memory. She is a part of us. God bless, Love always David, Sarah, Andrew and Allison. Beautiful memories are silently kept of an Aunt I loved dearly and will never forget. Lots of love, Amy and Miguel. Funeral will be held at Canford Crematorium on 20th March at 10.30am. Family flowers only.
Marilyn HUNT
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marilyn on March 3rd at home surrounded by her family. She was a wonderful sister, mum, mum-in-law, grandma, big grandma and friend. Funeral service to take place at Westerleigh Crematorium (Waterside Chapel) on Thursday 6th April 2023 at 1.15pm. All welcome. Please wear something purple. Enquiries to R Davies & Son, 381 Gloucester Road, Horfield, Bristol, BS7 8TN. Telephone 0117 9424039.
In Memoriams
Christopher HALL
Dearest Chris, 17 years today. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. You are forever in our thoughts and hearts. All our Love, Mum, Dad and Cheryl xxxx
Sylvia Pearl MATTHEWS (Smith)
(Smith ) 10 years since we lost you mum. Wish you were still here, miss you more than ever my darling. Your loving Son John
Irene SELLICK (6th March)
(6th March) Our beloved Mum, Gran and Great-Gran, still miss you lots. Love Irene, Jimmy & Anna, Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren xxxx
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