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Death Notices
Robin ATTWOOD
Rob passed peacefully away at Hereford County Hospital on Saturday 24th June 2023. He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews. Reunited with his wonderful parents and brother Barrie. Stay safe Rob. Funeral to be held on Wednesday 26th July 2023 at Hereford Crematorium at 1.15pm and afterwards at Hereford Rowing Club. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Hereford Branch of Macmillan Cancer Support, may be sent to Bayley Brothers 17 - 19 Cotterell Street Hereford HR4 0HH 01432 272465.
David BAKER
Died at home on the 23rd June 2023, aged 74 years. Long time partner of Libby, father of Katherine and grandfather of James. Thanksgiving service will take place at All Saints Church, All Saints on Wednesday 12th July 2023 at 12.30pm, no need to wear black. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Weldmar Hospicecare, Gurkha Welfare Trust and The League of Friends of Axminster Hospital c/o J F Clarke & Son, Lyme Road, Axminster EX13 5BE. Tel 01297 32686 or online at www.ajwakely.com
Charles Handel (Charlie) BAYLISS
(Charlie) Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 28th June aged 79. Much loved Husband to Mary, devoted Dad to Helen and Jonathan and wonderful Grandad to Sophie and Olivia. He is already missed terribly by all of us but never will be forgotten. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday 12th July at 2.15pm at South Bristol Crematorium, Bridgwater Road, Bristol BS13 7AS. Family flowers only please but we welcome charitable donations to Dementia UK. Donations in memory of Charlie may be given on the day of the funeral. R. Davies & Son Funeral Directors, 2 Pembroke Road, Shirehampton, Bristol, BS11 9SQ Tel: 0117 982 3188
Pamela June CANNELL
It is with great sadness that we have to inform you that Pam Cannell, wife of Alan Cannell and mother to Wendy, Hilary and Tim has passed peacefully away on June 24th 2023 aged 86. Reunited with Dad and Wendy. There is to be a funeral service at Canford Crematorium on Monday July 10th at 10:30 Family flowers only, any donations to Pets As Therapy c/o R Davies & Son, Gloucester Road, Bristol BS7 8TN.
Michael John (Mike) CANNINGS
(Mike) Died on 21st June 2023. He will be sadly missed by all who loved him. Funeral Service to be held at Westerleigh Waterside Chapel, Monday 17th July at 14:00. Reception afterwards at The Bristol Guild, Park Street. Everyone welcome. No dress code. No flowers. Donations to the Prince's Trust. Enquiries can be directed to Brunel Funeral Directors, 3 Concorde Drive, Bristol, BS10 6PZ. Tel: 01173742002
William Robert 'John' COLDRICK
John passed away peacefully on June 16th 2023 aged 91, after a long battle with Dementia. Much loved Father to Dale, Neil and Paul, Father in Law and Grandpa. Will lay to rest with his beloved Audrey. Funeral service and Cremation to take place at Canford Cemetery and Crematorium, Westbury on Trym, Bristol BS9 3PQ at 12.45 Thursday 13th July 2023. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Dementia UK and Marie Curie, c/o Martin Grinnell Funeral Services, 1, Bewdley St. Evesham Worcs. WR11 4AD. The Family would like to thank all the staff at Willowbank Care Home.
John Edward DEEGAN
Sadly missed by his loving sister Lilly and husband Adrian and from his loving brothers Bernard, Tommy and Mikey and families.
John Ernest GIBBS
Of Ubley, Chew Valley (formerly of Stone Allerton) passed away at home on 18 June 2023, aged 90 years. Much loved Dad, UJ, husband and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving for his full and happy life will be held at St. Bartholomew's Church, Ubley on Thursday 20 July at 3.00pm. Family flowers only but donations to the Stroke Association and the RSPB may be forwarded to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3RF. Telephone 01934 742885
Robert (Bob) GIBBS
(Bob) Remembering our lovely friend Bob. Will be sadly missed. Love and condolences to his wife Rachael, Sister Jean, Mike and Family. Rest in peace. Lots of love your friends Geoff and Di xxxx
Bob GIBBS
Sadly passed away on Saturday 24th June 2023 aged 81. Bob will be deeply missed by Rachael, all his family, friends and everyone who knew and loved him. The funeral will be on Tuesday 18th July at 3:00pm at South Bristol Crematorium. Family request no flowers but instead you may leave a donation in memory of Bob to Alzheimer's Society. Please wear bright clothes, avoiding dark colours.
Pauline Lavinia GIDDINGS (née Mackenzie)
(née Mackenzie) Peacefully on 28th June at Southmead Hospital, Bristol, Pauline, aged 78 years, formerly of Orchard Close, Pencoed. Dearly beloved wife of Roy, much loved mother of Nichola and Sara, mother-in-law of Alex, loving Nannie of Fraser, a dear sister of John and Judith. Pauline will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 12th July. Service and cremation at Coity Chapel, Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 11am. The family have kindly requested that, in honour of Pauline, all attending the service should wear something red. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to The British Heart Foundation c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.
Patricia Mary GRENFELL (Russell)
(Russell) Passed away peacefully on Saturday 24th June 2023 at home aged 94 years. Wife of John Gwynne Grenfell now at peace together. She will be sadly missed. The funeral service will take place on Thursday 27th July at 11am St Marys Church, Stoke Bishop, BS9 1QJ Donations can be made in memory of Patricia Grenfell to BRACE Dementia Research or MSI Reproductive Choice
Keith Lovell HILL
(Knobby) In the loving memory of Keith (sometimes known as Knobby), born in Bristol, who peacefully passed away in the great care of Barnsley General Hospital on Saturday, 17th of June, 2023. His daughter, Amy and everyone who was fortunate enough to know him will miss him dearly. After a simple cremation, as wished, Keith's ashes will be scattered privately in his favourite place. A memorial service for him will be held in St Mary’s Redcliffe Church, Redcliffe Hill, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6RA, on Saturday, 22nd of July, 2023 at 11.00am. We welcome everyone to join us. Dress attire is smart or casual. Donations if you wish to Barnsley Hospital Charity Trust - https://www.barnsleyhospitalcharity.co.uk/ and/or St Mary’s Redcliffe Church - http://www.stmaryredcliffe.co.
Edward Lewis (Ted) HIPKIN
(Ted) Passed away peacefully on 22nd June 2023 in Westbury Care Home, aged 94. Much loved husband of Jacqueline, beloved father of Geoffrey, Nigel and Clare and grandfather to Mark, Alison, Samuel and Joshua. Much loved and sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Thursday 13th July 2023, at Canford Crematorium at 3.45pm. A wake to celebrate Ted's life will be held at The Beehive, Wellington Hill West, Bristol. BS9 4QY. Family flowers only please, donations if desired can be made to St Peters Hospice and placed in the donation box on the day. Any queries please contact R Davies and Son, 63 Westbury Hill, Westbury on Trym. Bristol. BS9 3AD. Tel. 01179628954
Kathryn Mary HOLE
Passed away on 18th June 2023 aged 65 years. Kathryn will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. Her funeral will be held at South Bristol Crematorium on Wednesday 19th July 2023 at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to The Grand Appeal c/o www.aedavey.co.uk or sent to Arthur Davey Funeral Services 82 Silver Street, Nailsea BS48 2DS Tel 01275 852307.
(Muriel) Jean HOPWOOD (Tudor)
(Tudor) Sadly passed away. Eternally missed by family. Funeral service to be held at St Mary's Church, Shirehampton, interment Shirehampton Cemetery Bristol on Friday 14th July at 12:30 pm. A silent thought. A quiet prayer for a special person in God's care. Thank you mum for being you. Love always. From Jacky, Geoff, Kayleigh, Michael, Partners and Great Grandchildren. Donations to St Mary's on day. Flowers can be sent to BCM Funeral Services 0117 9508066
Margaret Bertha HOUSE
of Puriton, passed away peacefully at the Rosary Care Home, Bridgwater on the 24th June 2023. Aged 97 years. Margaret will be sadly missed by her loving daughter Sheila, son Alan, along with other family and friends. A funeral service will be held at St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Puriton on Monday 10th July 2023 at 11:00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Margaret for Cancer Research UK may be left at the church or forwarded to: Bridgwater Funeral Services, 15 Bristol Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4AU. Telephone 01278 457755.
Lionel John HUNT (John Hunt)
(John Hunt) sadly passed away at Southmead Hospital on 27th June 2023 aged 88. Now reunited with his beloved wife Vivienne. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and all that knew him, especially daughters Sarah, Emma and Victoria and their partners, his grandchildren Laura, Bradley, Emily, Jasmine and April, and great grandchildren Mila, Jack and Dalton. Funeral service will be held on Thursday 13th July 2023 at Westerleigh Crematorium, Waterside Chapel at 3.30pm. Donations in memory of John and Vivienne may be given on the day. All enquiries to L J Guyan Funeral Directors 12 Charlton Road, Keynsham Bristol BS31 2JA 01174055393
Sue JACKSON (Ponting)
(Ponting) Passed away peacefully at home on 17th June 2023, aged 63 years. Beloved Wife of John. Much loved Mum of Tash and John. Funeral Service to be held at St Peters Chapel, Exeter Crematorium on Monday 10th July at 2.30pm. No flowers please. Donations to Hospiscare may be given at the service.
Barbara JAMES
Passed away peacefully at home June 20th aged 83 years. Wife of the late Charles, loving Mum to Sarah and Nickolas, beloved sister to Mavis, devoted Grandmother to Elsy, Rebecca, Stephanie, Sam, Charlotte and Max. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The Funeral service is to take place at South Bristol Crematorium on Friday 14th July at 12 noon. Donations in memory of Barbara may be sent direct to Dorothy House Hospice, Winsley, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 2LE or via https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk/ Co-op Funeralcare, 4-5 Wells Road, Radstock BA3 3RN.
Graham Roger David JONES
Sadly passed away at Wingfield care home Trowbridge on the 23rd of June 2023 aged 83 years, Graham will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved him especially his wife Maddie, sons Adrian, Stuart, Maxim, stepdaughter Victoria and stepson Oliver. His Funeral will take place at West Wiltshire Crematorium on the 25th of July 2023 at 11.45am Family flowers only and donations if desired will go to the charities closest to Graham. C/o Cs Bowyer Trowbridge 01225 768846
Michael Trevor KAYS
Funeral arrangements for Mike, South Bristol Crematorium, Bridgwater Road on Thursday 13th July at 11.15am. No flowers please, any donations in lieu to British Heart Foundation, a donation box will be available at the crematorium or @ giftofhope.bhf.org.uk/Michael-Trevor-Kays
Robert William George (Bob) KENT
(Bob) of Glastonbury sadly passed away on 12th June 2023 aged 86 years. Bob will be deeply missed by his dearest wife Sue. A devoted Dad to Lin, Ali and Mandy, Grandad to Jacob, Elliott, Ryan and Bradley, Father in law to Paul and Barry, and Brother in law to Clare and Rick. His funeral service will be held on Thursday 20th July at All Saints Church, East Pennard 1:30 pm, followed by a burial in the Churchyard. Flowers are welcome and can be taken along to the Church on the day of the funeral or delivered to the Churchyard before 12:00 noon by a florist. Donations are also welcome in memory of Bob, and can be made online at funeral-notices.co.uk, or cheques made payable to Cancer Research UK may be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY.
Anthony MAW
Passed away peacefully at home on 28th June aged 75 years. He will be a great loss to all members of his family and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. Funeral service at Weston-super-Mare Crematorium on Thursday 13th July at 2.30pm. Family flowers only by request but donations if desired in memory of Tony to the RNLI may be made via lbennettandson or sent c/o L Bennett & Son Funeral Directors 156 Old Church Rd Clevedon BS21 7TU. Tel 01275 875882. Please make cheques payable to the charity and write Tony's name on the reverse
Michael James NUTT
Passed away on Thursday 29th June 2023. Beloved husband of Pat. Mike will be sadly missed by all his family. Funeral service to take place on Monday 24th July at 11.00am at Westerleigh Crematorium, Waterside Chapel. Family flowers only, donations can be made to the British Heart Foundation c/o Woodruff Funeral Directors, Winterbourne, BS36 1JN
Philip John POBJOY
Sadly passed away on Saturday 17th June 2023 aged 79 years. Philip will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends. A funeral service will take place at Chatley Farm, Tellisford Lane, Norton St Philip, BA2 7NJ at 2pm on Saturday 8th July 2023. Family flowers only. Donations to be made to Dorothy House Hospice. All enquiries to: William Adlam Funeral Directors, 68a Lock's Hill, Frome, Somerset BA11 1NH
Jean Ann SHORTMAN
Jean Ann Shortman Sadly passed away on 28th June 2023 at Southmead Hospital, aged 83 years. Our words are few, our thoughts are deep, memories of you we will always keep. Your beloved husband Derek, Paul & Sharon, Ric & Manda and all the grandchildren The funeral service will be held at Canford Crematorium on Monday 17th July 2023 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please.
John Henry TILEY
Passed away at home on June 27th aged 90. Beloved Husband of Brenda. Devoted father to Julie and Sue. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place at the Canford Crematorium on Monday 17th July 2023 at 12.45pm followed by refreshments at Inn on The Green Filton Road, BS7 0PA. Family flowers only please. Donations to St Peter's Hospice. Enquiries to R Davies & Son, 381 Gloucester Road, Horfield, Bristol, BS7 8TN 0117 9424039
Frederick Thomas TILZEY
It's with the heaviest of hearts to announce the passing of our dearly beloved Dad, Gramps and Great Gramps on Tuesday 27th of June aged 81. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday 12th July 10:30 am at South Bristol Crematorium. Refreshments will follow at the Royal British Legion, Staunton Lane. All friends and family welcome. Flowers and Enquiries to Co-op Funeral Services Wells Road Knowle.
Janet Martha WALTERS
In loving memory of Janet Martha Walters who sadly passed away at home aged 88 on Monday 19th June 2023. A much loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother she will be very much missed by all of her family and everyone who knew her. A celebration of her life will take place in the Waterside Chapel, Westerleigh Crematorium on Wednesday 12th July at 11 am. Family flowers only.
John Daniel (Josser) WATLING
(Josser) Passed away on Saturday 3rd June 2023 at Southmead Hospital, aged 98 years. Funeral service to take place on Friday 14th July at South Bristol Crematorium at 12:45pm. Donations in memory of Josser for Children's Hospice South West may be made on the day or sent care of Thomas Davis Funeral Directors, Southville Lodge, Southville Road, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1DJ. Tel: 0117 9663268.
In Memoriams
Sheila Marina HANKS (Williams)
(Williams ) Twelve long years have passed and it seems like yesterday. The heartache goes on but memories of the love and happiness we shared helps me through each day. God Bless you my darling, Love Reg xxxx
Sheila Marina HANKS (Williams)
(Williams ) A Mum, a Nanny and Big Nanny, such a beautiful soul. No words can ever express just how much we love and miss you. How sad we've all been these past twelve years without you in our lives, but your love and joy is ever present and very much felt by us all. God Bless you Mum xxxxxx
Bob HUETT
You left us wonderful memories, your love is still our guide, although we cannot see you, you're always by our side. Lots of love Joyce, Liz & Steve, Marg & Darren, Anne & Paul xxxxxxx Love you grampy Oi From Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren xxxxxxx Lots of love from us all x
Victor NOSKO (Vic)
(Vic) Two years today you were taken away. You troubled no one your wants were few, you didn't deserve what you went through, look after him Lord now he is with you. To be together in the same old way, would be my dearest wish today. Love always your Partner Vera and Family xx and two gorgeous great friends and also George and Jin xx
John WATTS
Our beloved dad, grandfather and great grandfather Sadly missed along life's way Quietly remembered every day No longer in our life to share But in our hearts he's always there.
Birthday Memoriams
Nicholas (Nicky) BRANFIELD
(Nicky) Dear Nicky how deeply we wish you were here to celebrate your birthday on Sunday. We miss you always, thank you for the butterfly to remind us your are near. Your in our hearts always with love mum, dad, brother Tim and family xxx.
Tony HEWER
Remembered always, but especially today on your Birthday. With lots of love Sandra xx
Alice Catherine SNEDDON
5th July Happy Birthday Mum. I miss you more than ever. Have a great day with Dad. Love you both forever. Your Son Thomas xxx
Acknowledgements
Norman CLOTHIER
Sylvia and family would like to thank everyone for the kindness they've shown during Norman's illness and after his funeral which was attended by 400-500 people. Sincere thanks for the generous donations for Cancer Research and the British Heart Foundation. We would also like to thank the Doctors, District Nurses, Dorothy House Nurses and Carers. Please accept this as our personal acknowledgement.
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