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 we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one.
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 here.
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Here is a selection of death notices and memorials published this week from January 16 until January 20.
Death Notices
Graham Frederick ASHBY-HAYTER
Passed away peacefully on January 13, aged 89. Reunited with your beloved wife Margaret. Remembered always. Sadly missed by Peter, Kathryn and grandsons Hugh and Edward. The funeral will be held at Westerleigh Crematorium at 10.00 am, Wednesday, February 15.
Stuart Douglas BABER
Passed away on December 25 at home aged 90 years. Loving husband of late wife Marion and much-loved father of Robert, Sally, Tim, Kate and Philip and their families.
The funeral service will be held on 9th February at Church of All Saints Publow Lane BS39 4HP at 11.30 am. The family would then like to invite you to join them after to remember Stuart at The Travellers Rest, Pensford Hill BS39 4JF. Donations requested in lieu of flowers are to be given to St Peter's Hospice online or by collection box. Funeral Directors R Davies & Son, 10 Gilda Parade, Whitchurch BS14 9HY 01275 833441
Michael (Mike) BALL
Our lovely brother in law sadly gone but never forgotten. Sweet dreams, love always Pat, Betty, Marian and all the family x.
Ronald John BALLAM
Passed away on Saturday, January 7 aged 79. A much-loved father to Stephen and Julie and grandfather to Evie, now reunited with his beloved wife Candy. Ronald will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
A Thanksgiving Service for Ronald will be held at St. Andrew's Church, Congresbury, at 12.30 pm on Friday, February 10. Family flowers only but donations for Dementia UK may be made online via the website www.aedavey.co.uk or sent c/o Arthur E. Davey, 82 Silver Street, Nailsea, BS48 2DS. Tel: 01275-852307
Philbert Obadiah (Uncle Sun / Uncle Sunny) BERNARD
Passed away on Christmas Day at Bristol Royal Infirmary aged 93. The Funeral Service will take place at The Church of God of Prophecy, 2 Tudor Road, Easton, Bristol. BS5 6BN on Friday, February 10 at 10:30 am, followed by the burial at Kingswood Remembrance Park, Grimsbury Road, Kingswood, Bristol. BS15 9SE at 12:45 pm. All enquiries to - Cotton & Sons Funeral Directors Stapleton Road, Easton, Bristol. BS5 0NN. Tel: 0117-951-0744
Joyce Lilian BIRD (Pope)
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15 aged 94. A much-loved mum, nan, greatnan and mother-in-law who will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. Funeral service to be held at The South Bristol Crematorium at 10:30 am on Monday 20th February. Immediate family flowers only.
Patricia Rosina Maxine CASSON
Peacefully at Southmead Hospital on December 30, 2022, Patricia Rosina Maxine aged 82 years passed away. Beloved Wife of William. Devoted mother, mother-In-law and Cherished grandmother. Deeply missed by all my extended family and friends.
The funeral is to take place at Westerleigh Crematorium (Waterside Chapel) on Monday, January 30 at 12.30 pm. Black attire is optional. All flowers are welcome or donations in lieu of flowers can be made to The British Heart Foundation. Following the service, a reception and wake will be held at The White Horse, Bristol Road, Hambrook, BS16 1RY. All enquiries to Graham Palmer & Co. Independent Funeral Directors on 0117 947 0776.
Maurice Victor (Ginger) DANGERFIELD
With sad news to say our father died on December 28 at the age of 77. Love from Family and Friends.
Richard (Rick) DUNN
(Rick) Richard passed away suddenly on 13 January. I cannot imagine my life without you my love after more than 60 years together. I will love and miss you always. Sleep peacefully Rick, and your loving wife Pat.
We will always miss you dad, and your loving sons Gary & Lorraine, Russell & Adele, Nick & Ann. Love from Grandson Anthony & Lisa and Granddaughter Faye & Jay. Bye, Bye granddad Tick Tock loves great-granddaughter Maisie and great-grandson Charlie. Funeral February 7 at 3.45 pm at South Bristol Crematorium followed by a celebration of Rick's life at the Sartan Club. Everybody welcome.
Jennifer Ann FRAMPTON
Passed away peacefully at Musgrove Park Hospital surrounded by her family on Monday, January 2 aged 73 years. Beloved wife of Roy, dearly loved mother of Emma and Marianne, dear mother-in-law of Doug and a loving grandmother of Charlie, Rosie, Archie and Freddie who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Thanksgiving Service will be held at All Saint's Church, Ashcott on Friday, February 3 at 1.00 pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired will be shared between Fresenius Medical Care Renal Services Ltd (Bridgwater Dialysis Centre) and Paws4Thought Somerset (Pet Rescue) and can be left in the collection box after the service or made directly online at www.mfranksandsons.co.uk (announcements). All enquiries to M Franks & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bath Road, Ashcott, Bridgwater, TA7 9QT. Telephone 01458 210627.
Mary Teresa GREGORY (O Neill)
Mary, formerly of Clayton, died peacefully at Oaktree House Nursing Home, Yate, Bristol on December 25, 2022, aged 88 years. Mary was the dearly loved wife of the late George, the loving mum of Esther, mother-in-law of Geof, devoted grandma to John, and his wife Lucinda, and to Emma, and her husband Thomas, and great grandma to Lydia, Edith and Lizzie.
Mary was a very dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt who was loved so much and will be missed by all. Requiem Mass at St Lawrence Church, Chipping Sodbury on January 26 at 12 o'clock followed by the internment at Memorial Woodlands, Earthcott. Bristol.
Sheila Jeanette HARRIES (nee Merrick)
Passed away peacefully on December 20, 2022, at Hereford Hospital, aged 90. Sheila worked for the Bristol Evening Post for 27 years in Property Advertising prior to her retirement.
The much-loved wife of Len, now at peace together and mother of Zena and Tony and grandmother of Terence, Zosia, Natasha, Oliver and Sophie. She will be sadly missed. The funeral service will take place on February 16 at Canford Crematorium at 11.15 am. Family flowers only.
Sylvia Patricia Yvonne HARRIS
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 12 at St Monica's Garden House Care Home, aged 94. Dearly beloved wife of Peter, now at peace together. Much loved mother of Simon and Sarah and grandmother of Ellen and Ava. Much loved and greatly missed.
A funeral service will take place on Thursday, January, 26 at 3:00 pm in St Monica's Chapel. Cote Lane, Westbury on Trym. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired in memory of Sylvia to Mèdecins Sans Frontieres. M.S.F.org.uk/support. 0800 4083894. For any enquiries please contact R Davies and Son, 63 Westbury Hill. Westbury on Trym. Bristol. BS9 3AD Tel: 0117 9628954.
Mark HARRIS
Fondest memories of my dear son Mark passed peacefully asleep on Saturday, January 7 after a short illness. Will always be lovingly remembered. Lots of love from Mum and all his Family x x. Funeral February 8, 11.45 am at Westerleigh Crematorium. No flowers by request, please. Donations to St Peter's Hospice.
Rita Doris HASKINS (Nee Box)
Rita's aunt and sister-in-law sadly passed away peacefully in the BRI Saturday, December 31, 2022. Rita will be sadly missed by all her family, now reunited with Raymond. We all love you lots RIP from all the family
June Margaret JENKINS
Passed away peacefully on December 26, 2022. She will be sadly missed by her family, friends and all that knew her. Funeral service to be held at Westerleigh Crematorium Waterside Chapel on Wednesday, February 8 at 11 am. Donations in lieu of flowers can be left at the service in aid of St Peters Hospice. All welcome.
Terence G JOHNSON
Terry G. Johnson of Fonthill Rd, Southmead passed away Dec 26 at 89 after a long battle with pneumonia. Born at 80 Stoke Lane, he was a Bristol resident all his life. Originally an R.A.F engineer, he became a plumber by trade and went on to own a tropical fish shop on Cold Harbour Rd, where he met his partner of the next 43 years, Louise. A loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather - he is survived by Louise, his 5 children (Debbie, Terry, Kay, Alicia & Freya), six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Family, friends and others whose life Terry has touched are invited to Canford Crematorium, Canford Lane Westbury-On-Trym, Bristol, BS9 3PQ from 1 pm on February 9 to reminisce, support each other and, as Terry always liked to do, just chat. Donations and flowers can be sent at: bristolfuneraldirectors.co.uk or sent c/o Thomas Davis Funeral Directors 123 Stoke Lane, Westbury on Trym, Bristol, BS9 3RW.
Dennis Reginald JONES
Passed away on December 30, 2022, at Southmead Hospital aged 96. A much-adored husband of Dorothy, now resting together in peace. Will be sadly missed by all the family. The funeral service will take place on Friday, February 10 at Canford Crematorium at 3 pm. Family flowers only, please. Any donations in memory of Dennis for Neighbours Connect Southmead may be taken on the day. R.Davies & Son Funeral Directors, 2, Pembroke Road, Shirehampton, Bristol, BS11 9SQ 0117 982 3188
Richard Alan KENT
Beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother and brother-in-law. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and will be greatly missed. Funeral service to be held at 11:30 am Wednesday, February 15 at Haycombe Crematorium. No flowers, or donations in lieu to charities close to Richard's heart, please. Co-op Funeralcare 24 High Street Keynsham BS31 1DQ.
Carole LEE
The much-loved wife of Andy passed away in the hospital aged 62 years. She will be a great loss to all members of her family and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. A funeral service will be held at Weston-super-Mare Crematorium on Monday, January 30 at 12.30 pm.
Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Carole to Southmead Hospital Charity may be made via lbennett and son or sent c/o L Bennett & Son Funeral Directors 156 Old Church Rd Clevedon BS21 7TU. Tel 01275 875882. If donating through ourselves please make cheques payable to the charity and write Carole's name on the back.
Michael John (Mike) LILLINGTON
(Mike) (1933-2022) Ex-Bristol City FC groundsman and landscape gardener, lived in Bishopsworth. Peacefully at Osbourne Court Care Home, Stoke Gifford, aged 89 years. Much loved widower of Christine, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Greatly missed by family and friends. Funeral at Memorial Woodlands, Alveston, Thursday 2 February at 2.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations to Alzheimer's Research UK.
Pat MASTERS
Passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022 in Southmead Hospital, Bristol. Funeral service at Canford Crematorium, Bristol on Friday 27th January 2023 at 1.30pm
Iris Patricia OSBORNE (Kinman)
Iris sadly passed away at home on January 11 aged 87, surrounded by her loving family. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Brian; children, Karen, Kim and Tony; 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; along with the rest of the family and all that knew her.
Iris's funeral will be held at 1.15 pm on Wednesday, February 8 at Westerleigh Crematorium in the Waterside Chapel. Family flowers only but donations can be given to St Peter's Hospice on the day of the service. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Roy Preddy Funeral Directors. TEL: 0117 9562834.
Monty PHIRI
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear father Major Monty Phiri. Who passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 4, 2022. A much-loved widower, father and grandfather; who will be fondly missed by family and friends. There will be a service at Holy Trinity Church, High street Kingswood, Bristol on Thursday, January 19 at 1:30 pm, followed by a final farewell at Westerleigh Crematorium, Westerleigh Rd, Westerleigh, Bristol BS37 8QP
Barry James SMITH
Passed away on January 9 aged 61. A dear son to Maureen and loving husband to Debbie and father to Dennis and Kieran Forever in our hearts. A funeral service is to be held on Thursday, February 15 at 2.15 pm at South Bristol Crematorium Family flowers only donations if desired for ICU unit Bristol and Weston Hospital Charities and The British Lung Foundation May be placed in the retiring collection or sent c/o Thomas Davis 57 Sandy Park Road Brislington Bristol BS4 3PQ.
Doreen Mary SMITH
Died away on November 22, 2022 aged 92 years. Reunited with her beloved George. Funeral Service is to be held at South Bristol Crematorium on Monday, January 30 at 15.00 pm. Donations will be collected for The Cats Protection and may be sent C/o L J Guyan 12 Charlton Road, BS31 2JA
Bryan THOMPSON (Keith)
Died very peacefully on December 29, 2022. He will be remembered fondly by his family and many friends in the Chew Valley and further afield. The Funeral will be held at St Andrew's Church, Chew Stoke at 12.00 noon on Friday, January 27. Family flowers only, please. Donations in Bryan's memory may be made out to The British Heart Foundation and forwarded to Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD.
Carol TOUT (Willcocks)
The funeral for Carol will take place at Westerleigh Crematorium at 13:15 on Tues, January 24. A Service of Thanksgiving for Carol's life will be held at The Salvation Army, Hassell Drive, Bristol at 14:45 on January 24.
A beautiful, warm-hearted and compassionate Christian, Carol passed away on December 16, 2022, following a series of treatments for cancer. Carol's family invite you to join us, more information is available at https://carol-tout.muchloved.com. While we are bereft, we who are left, your love and life will continue in our life. "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." Psalm 51 v10
Brenda Ann VOWLES (Hussey)
It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs Brenda Vowles announces her passing on January 7 at the age of 89. Brenda will be lovingly remembered by her husband John, her daughter Julie, her son Robert, her brother John and her five grandchildren. The funeral service will be held at St John's Church Keynsham at 11.30 am on Friday, March 10. All are welcome to attend. Please make charitable donations to the Alzheimer's Society.
Joy Ann WALSH
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Southmead Hospital on January 10 aged 78. Funeral service to take place at Westerleigh Crematorium (Woodland Chapel) on Friday, January 27 at 9.30 am. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for RSPCA all enquiries c/o E C Alderwick & Son Ltd 71 High Street, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3DG Tel: 0117 935 3746
Jean Eleanor WARR (Nunn)
Passed away peacefully at home on January 13. Much loved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother who will be sorely missed but is now reunited with her beloved Norman. The funeral service will be held at Westerleigh Crematorium, Waterside chapel on Monday, February 20 at 12.30 pm. Coop Funeralcare 1 Cleeve Wood Road, Downend, BS16 2SF
Colston Melvyn WILCOX
Passed away on December 29 in Southmead Hospital, aged 83. Loving husband of Myra and father of Clive, Julie and Lorraine. He will be sadly missed. His funeral service will take place on Wednesday, February 15 at Holy Trinity Church, Westbury-on-Trym at 1.30 pm. Donations in Colston's name may be made for St Peter's Hospice on the day or to R. Davies and Son, 63 Westbury Hill, Bristol BS9 3AD. Tel 0117 9628954.
Thelma Kathleen WILLIAMS
Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness on January 9, aged 76. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Family flowers only. The funeral service will take place at the Woodland Chapel, Westerleigh Crematorium on Tuesday, February 14 at 10.45 am All her family and friends are welcome to attend. Donations in memory of Thelma to Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries R Davies & Son, 49 High Street, Kingswood, Bristol, BS15 4AA Tel 0117 9446051.
In Memoriams
Paul Vincent HILL-DEAR
01/07/1961 - 18/01/2017 Remembering you Paul is easy and I do it every day, but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. Love Mum and Milo. xx
Brian HUTTON
In memory of dear Dad. 10 years tomorrow. Time cannot heal the heartache or stop a silent tear. It won't take away the memories, of one we love so dear. Missing you always. Love John, Cheralyn and Families xx.
Brian HUTTON
In memory of my dear Husband Brian. 10 years tomorrow. You left me beautiful memories, your love is still my guide and though I can not see you, I know you are walking by my side. Love wife Doreen xx.
John MCLEAN
A beloved son who passed away one sad year ago today. Our lives can never be the same John, without you with us. You left a lot of people brokenhearted because you were so loved and admired. So sadly missed. Mum, your loving sister Heather and Pete, and family in Cumbria. xx
John MCLEAN
My darling John, you gently closed your eyes for the last time one year ago today and the ache in my heart is still as strong today. I miss you so much my love, holding your hand as we walked through life together. I’m so thankful for all the wonderful memories we made and I’m so lucky to have shared so many happy years with such a loving, witty, brilliant man.
You touched so many people with your love, humour, knowledge and music and you’ve left a huge void in so many people's lives, but the wonderful memories you gave us all keep you close in our hearts always. It’s your first anniversary in the next life, so happy “new birth” day and I hope you’re having a big party with all your family, friends and heroes over there. Until we meet again, all my love forever, your lass Sarah. xx
Carol MELHUISH
Our dear sister, taken on this day seventeen years ago. Always remembered, forever loved. With mum, dad, and brothers David (Mel), Charlie, and Christopher. God bless you all. Your loving brothers, Clifford and Roger
Brian Stanley MORGAN
Nine years ago you passed away. Our thoughts are with you every day. Always in our hearts. Devoted Wife Sheila, And All The Family xxx.
Alan SHEPPARD
11 years on January 22 . We are all missing you so much that it seems to get harder every year. It would be lovely if we could all be together again. We all love and miss you so much. With all our love Mary, Sue, Andrew, Sarah and Families xxx
Janet TUCKFIELD
Three years ago today. If love could build a stairway and memories a lane we would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. Love and miss you forever, Don, Stephen, Brian, Denise, Juliette, Emily, James, Jacob and Families and special Friend Phyliss. xxx
Birthday Memoriams
George BELCHER (Pop)
(Pop) Happy Birthday, dad, for Sunday. You would have been 100 years old. Thinking of you as always. Daughters Pauline, Carol, Jenny and Families xxxx
Robert Andrew BURNETT
Loving memories of Robert on his 32nd Birthday. So deeply loved and sadly missed. All our love mum, Mathew, Jonathan, Jess, Rob, Katie, Daisy and all family and friends xxxxx.
Charlotte FOX
Our precious daughter would be celebrating her 50th birthday today (January 21). We love and miss her so much. Night darling, Mum and Dad, Frank, Freddy, James, Richard, Ger, Mary and Nick. xxxxx
To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk
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