Even though the ones we lose still remain close to our hearts, the emptiness left behind is often difficult to comprehend and there are simply no words to describe the impact they once had in our lives.
That's why each week Bristol Live shares the messages and tributes of those who have recently passed or those who have been gone for longer, right here on our page in the form of death and funeral notices and 'in memoriam' messages.
We have compiled a list from October 8 until October 14 that is filled with warm, loving messages written and posted by family, friends and acquaintances.
Read more: Bristol death and funeral announcements from October 1 to 7
Anyone who wishes to send a tribute to a relative or friend, find out funeral details or leave donations in memory of any of the people featured in the following list, can visit the Funeral Notices website.
Barry Desmond Burridge
Passed away in Taunton on September 24, aged 73. He is dearly loved and sadly missed father, grandfather and friend.
Sara Dyke
Sadly died at the age of 65 on September 23 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Much loved and greatly missed wife of Gerald, mum, nana & friend.
Margaret Penn
Passed peacefully away at St Arthur's Court Care Home on September 22, aged 86. A much-loved wife of Brian. Margaret will be missed by all her family.
A funeral service is to be held on Wednesday, October 19 at Mendip Crematorium at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Hf Trust can be made online to margaretpenna.muchloved.com or (cheques payable to the Charity) may be sent to Burnham Funeral Services of 97 Oxford Street, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1EW. Telephone (01278) 795009.
Philip Sidwick (Sid)
Carol, Bec and Matt have been overwhelmed with the cards, letters and attendance at Phil's (Sid's) funeral. Also, many thanks for the donations received and all the support from family, friends, Doctors and Nurses at Chew Medical Practice during his illness. Please accept this as our personal acknowledgement of thanks.
Bernard Horseman (Berry)
Passed away peacefully at Southmead Hospital on September 27, aged 94 years. A dearly loved husband of Megan and a much-loved father to Geoff and Mike. A loving grandfather and great-grandfather who will be sadly missed and never ever forgotten. The funeral service will take place at The Woodland Chapel, Westerleigh Crematorium Friday, October 28 at 1.45 pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to CLIC can be made at the funeral.
David Rennie King
The years fly by but the treasured memories remain. Lovingly remembered always, Jane.
Doris Patience Lock
Passed away peacefully at Southmead Hospital on September 13, aged 89. A devoted mother to Cherie, John and Doris and a much-loved grandmother to Martyn, Matthew, JJ, Laura, Lucy and Brett. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at St Helen's Church, Alveston on Monday, October 17 at 10.30 am, followed by the burial at Mangotsfield Cemetery.
Margaret Joan Sneep
Died peacefully on September 20, aged 89. She was a much-loved wife of the late John Michael Dillon Snee. Formerly of Perrinpit Road, Frampton Cotterell and Batten Court, Chipping Sodbury. With a flair and passion for photography, an inclination to explore near and far and a love of chatting with everyone. Margaret will be sadly missed by her family, friends and neighbours. Rest In Peace. No funeral by request. c/o F Woodruff Funeral Directors, 2 High street, Winterbourne, Bristol BS36 1JN.
Christopher Charles Beatty (Chris)
Passed away at home on September 28, aged 81 years. In loving memory of a wonderful, kind and caring husband. My life changed so much when I met you. Rest in peace, my love. All my love, Ruth. xx
Dad, a daily thought, a silent tear, a constant wish that you were here. Never more than a thought away loved and remembered every day. Lots of love, Suzanne, Gill, Alison and David xx. Treasured memories of a dear grandad. Greatly missed by Bella, Danielle, Loretta, Tilly & Ada xx.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 3 in the Woodland Chapel, Westerleigh Crematorium at 10:45 am followed by a Thanksgiving Service at Downend Baptist Church at 2pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations in memory of Chris for Bristol Eye Hospital may be given on the day. All enquiries to Roy Preddy Funeral Directors, Mangotsfield, 0117 9562834.
Bill Bush
A service of thanksgiving at St James's Church West Littleton on October 21 at 2pm. No flowers. Donations, if desired, to RNLI and Injured Jockey's Fund in Bill's memory.
Ruth Gillett
Ruth passed away on September 22, aged 97. Her funeral is on Tuesday, October 25 at 2.15pm, at Canford Crematorium.
Hugh Dudley Simmons
Hugh sadly passed away on September 30, aged 76. A much-loved husband of Molly, father to Paul, Angela and Claire, grampy to Monica and Harvey. He will be sadly missed and remains in our hearts forever.
The funeral service is to be held at St Saviours Church, Coalpit Heath on Tuesday, November 1 at 12 noon. Reception afterwards at The Miners, Coalpit Heath Village Hall, all are welcome to attend. No flowers, please. Donations to the British Heart Foundation in Hugh's memory will be warmly received and can be made by collection after the service or online at www.justgiving.com/fundraising/hughsimmons or sent to Woodruff Family Funeral Directors, 2 High Street, Winterbourne BS36 1JN 01454 773 776.
Alan James Street
Alan passed away peacefully on September 25 after a short illness in the hospital. He was a former chief executive of trading standards and dedicated his life to public service. He will be missed greatly by friends and family.
Robert Garner
Our family is deeply saddened to announce that Rob passed away suddenly on September 16 aged 54 years. A beloved husband to Lisa and a much-loved dad to Kiya, he will be greatly missed by all his family, friends and colleagues. The funeral service will be held at St James and All Souls Church, Salford on Tuesday, October 25 at 12pm then on to Peel Green Cemetery. All friends are welcome to attend and join in with the celebration of his life.
Sylvia Elizabeth Doyle
Passed away on October 5 at Hartcliffe Nursing Home at age 94. She will be sadly missed by nieces Sue, Jill, Chris and all her family and friends. The funeral will take place at St Peters Church, Bishopsworth on Thursday 3rd November at 10.30am, followed by a committal at South Bristol Crematorium. Family flowers only.
Donations in lieu of flowers to the Multiple Sclerosis Society may be sent to Thomas Davis Funeral Directors, Southville Lodge, Southville Road, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1DJ. All are welcome to join the family at Royal British Legion, Bishopsworth after the services. The family would like to thank staff of Hartcliffe Nursing Home and Belvedere Lodge for their care over the last 15 months. "The Lord shall keep watch over your going out and your coming in from this time forth for ever more"
John Joseph Cunningham
08.05.1953 - 26.09.2022 R.I.P. Funeral service October 20 at Westerleigh Crematorium, at 12.15pm. Any donations to St Mungo's Homeless Charity.
Mary Jefferies
Passed away peacefully aged 90 years on October 4. She will be sadly missed by Julia, Nicholas, Stephen and Jacqueline, her grandchildren, her great-grandsons, and all her family and friends. The funeral service will be held at St Leonard's Church, Shipham on Tuesday 25th October at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in her memory to Play Action International at www.playactioninternational.org or sent to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3RF. Tel 01934 742885
Molly Patricia Knight
Died at home on October 2, aged 88. She will be sadly missed by Kelvin, Debra, Hayley and family. The funeral service will take place at Westerleigh Crematorium (Waterside Chapel) on Wednesday, October 26 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Breast Cancer UK or Blood Cancer UK, to benefit Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. All enquiries to E C Alderwick & Son Ltd, 71 High Street, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3DG Tel: 0117 935 3746.
Judith Mary Linstead
Passed away peacefully on October 6, aged 85, at home in Failand, N Somerset, surrounded by her family. Cherished wife of 52 years to David, beloved mum to Dan and Helen, and treasured granny to Barnaby, Suki, Rose and Edie.
She was born in Bristol to Frieda and Clifford Kemp (of the Kemp Bros family of jewellers), and returned here after many years in London and Marlow. A wise and caring friend to so many. The funeral is to be held at South Bristol Crematorium, Monday, October 31 at 3 pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to St Mungo's in aid of the homeless c/o AE Davey, Nailsea. www.aedavey.co.uk; 01275 852307.
Sylvia Margaret Woods
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 27, aged 91. Sylvia will be received into The Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Chew Magna on Wednesday, October 26 at 4.30pm. No flowers by request, donations if desired for The Little Sisters of the Poor are being accepted in Sylvia's memory by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.
Bill Wilson
My cousin but more like a brother to me. I will always remember you with love. Rest in the peace you deserve. Love Sandra, Steve, Andrew and families. My love to Italia, Robert, Linda and family.
Vincent Toms (Vince)
Passed peacefully away at Southmead Hospital on Saturday October 8, aged 90. He will be greatly missed by children John, Diane and Michael, family and friends, having worked for Bristol City Council, MALPASS and later Fry's. Funeral service will be held at Westerleigh Crematorium Waterside Chapel on Tuesday November 1 at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations can made at the service. All welcome
Judith Mary Spratt
Judith sadly passed away at Osborne House, Clevedon on September 27 2022, aged 85 years. She will be loved and remembered always by her family and greatly missed by all that knew her. Donations in memory of Judith may be given to The Cat's Protection League and Dementia UK. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Roy Preddy Funeral Directors. Tel: 0117 9562834
Robert James Palmer (21/08/1974 to 15/10/2020)
Precious memories of a beloved son, brother and uncle. Time goes by but the sadness in our hearts never eases. Missed, loved and remembered every day. Mum Dad Michael Christina David Angela Anthony and Christopher.
Valerie Ann ILess
Died at home on Wednesday, October 5 surrounded by her loving family, aged 80. So heartbreaking and sudden, but now at peace. Adored and cherished mum to Kelly and Rachel, wife to John, mother-in-law to Darren and Phil and grandma to Reid. A special lady and a great friend to so many, she will be hugely missed.
The funeral will take place at Westerleigh Crematorium, Waterside Chapel on Thursday, November 3 at 11.45am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be made to St Peter's Hospice via a collecting box at the funeral. Further enquiries c/o Co-op Funeralcare, Downend 0117 9575500.
Gabryela Hill
Passed away peacefully on October 6, aged 75. Wife of Jan, now at peace together. A much-loved mother of Sylvianna and Babcia to Natasha. She will be very much missed by all her family and everyone who knew her. The funeral service will take place at the Polish Catholic Church, Cheltenham Road, Bristol on Wednesday, November 9 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Gabryela may be given to support the work of St Peter's Hospice - www.stpetershospice.org Enquiries to R Davies & Son 381 Gloucester Road BS7 8TN 0117 9424039.
Marian Frost
Died peacefully on October 8, aged 79. A much-loved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. A funeral service will be held at Mendip Crematorium on Friday, October 28 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired may be made online at funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques made payable to St. Margaret's (Somerset) Hospice or Cancer Research UK may be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury BA6 9GY.
Beryl Hazel Angell
Passed away at Southmead Hospital on Saturday, September 17, aged 87. She will be greatly missed by her friends. Funeral service to be held at Westerleigh Crematorium, Woodland Chapel on Monday, October 24 at 1.00 pm.
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