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Death Notices
James Parry (Jim) ADAMS
(Jim) Passed peacefully away on Sunday 28 May 2023, aged 93 years. Dearly loved and missed by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Cremation service to take place at Westerleigh Crematorium on Monday 26 June at 1.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired can be made to Royal British Legion, c/o F Woodruff Funeral Directors, 2 High Street, Winterbourne, Bristol, Avon, BS36 1JN.
Michael ADAMS
Adams, Michael William, passed away at Southmead Hospital on 25/05/2023. Funeral service to be held at Buckingham Baptist Chapel, Queens Rd Clifton, Bristol on Tuesday 20th June at 2pm followed by committal at Canford Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations to Buckingham Chapel. Enquiries to Daffodil Funeral Services, 50 High Street, Shirehampton, Bristol, BS11 0DJ 01179663268
Charles BOLTON
of Keinton Mandeville formerly of Glastonbury passed away peacefully at his home on Monday 22nd May 2023 aged 71 years. Dear father and much-loved grandad and brother who will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at St Mary Magdalene Church, Keinton Mandeville on Thursday 29th June 2023 at 12.00 noon followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance can be left in the collection box after the service or made directly online at www.mfranksandsons.co.uk (announcements). Cheques payable to the charity can also be forwarded to: M Franks & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bath Road, Ashcott, Bridgwater, TA7 9QT. Telephone 01458 210627.
Alan George BRYANT
Sadly passed away suddenly at home on the 18.05.23. His step-daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren, sisters, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog Poppy miss him dearly. The funeral is to be held at Canford Crematorium on 22nd June at 3pm. The family welcomes all who new Alan and would like to attend, and then join us after the funeral at The Treble Chance pub, BS10 6AG for a celebration of his life. Family flowers only. Donations welcome, and all proceeds will go to Scope and Great Western Air Ambulance who Alan supported. For enquiries contact Co-op Funeral Care, Westbury-on-Trym.
Gwynneth BUSFIELD
Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Storrington and Taunton, wife of the late Clifford and preceded by sons Graham and Keith. Died peacefully at Maplehurst Nursing Home in Haywards Heath on 25th May, age 94. Much loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister and friend. Funeral at Crawley Crematorium on 21 June at 1.15pm, with reception to be held at Alexander House Hotel. All welcome.
Ralph Ernest CLARKE
Ralph passed away on May 13th in hospital. Much loved, he will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral service will take place at 12.45 on Thursday 15th June at Bristol South Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations to RNLI and RNIB can be made on the day or Thomas Davis Funeral Directors, Sandy Park, Bristol, BS4 3RX
Jane Ann COCHRANE (Hoare)
(Hoare) Passed away peacefully aged 66 on Saturday May 20th surrounded by her family. A much loved Mother, Sister and Auntie. Funeral at Westerleigh Crematorium, Waterside Chapel, 13:15 Thursday June 15th. Flowers welcome to Co-op BS16 2SF or donations to Cancer Research UK on the day.
Arthur Ernest CURTIS
(15.05.1940 - 26.04.2023) Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 13th June 2023 at 12.45, South Bristol Cemetery, followed by burial. All welcome. Donations in Arthur's memory on behalf of Dementia UK.
Stuart John DURNELL
of Olcote Farm, Marshfield. Passed away 18th May 2023 aged 61. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. His funeral service will be held on Thursday 22 June at 11.30 at Marshfield Church, and will be followed by burial at Marshfield Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Stuart may be made to Dorothy House, c/o EC Alderwick & Son, 11 Regent Street Kingswood BS15 8JX.
Carol ENGLAND (Eley)
(Eley) Passed away on Monday 29th May 2023, aged 79. Dearly loved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend. All that knew Carol are warmly invited to her funeral on Thursday 29th June, at Canford Crematorium at 12 noon.
Colonel Edward GARDENER
late PARA Retired. Founder of The Red Devils Free Fall Team. Passed away peacefully on 27th May 2023, surrounded by his family, aged 84 years. Beloved Husband of Janet, much loved Father of Fiona and The Late Ian Gardener, Grandfather of Edward, Olivia, William and Tom. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at St Andrew's Church, Chew Magna on Friday, 16th June at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for The Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces Charity are being accepted in memory of Edward by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.
Thomas (Tom) HUCKER
(Tom) Dad, You are the bravest, strongest and smartest person we know. We are so proud to call you Dad and could not have asked for more. Loyal and loving you have always been there for us but now it's time for you to go. Be with mum, be at peace but please visit us in our dreams as we are not ready for the void you leave behind. All our love Jenny, Mark & Lee
Thomas William HUCKER
Tom sadly passed away on Monday 29th May 2023, aged 73 years. Beloved husband of the late Bev Hucker and much loved Dad of Jenny, Mark and Lee. Tom will be missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. Funeral details: Wednesday 21st June 2023 Service to be held at South Bristol Crematorium 11.15am. All Welcome. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to St Peter's Hospice in memory of Tom. R Davies & Son Funeral Directors, 10 Gilda Parade, Whitchurch, Bristol, BS14 9HY 01275 833441
In Memoriams
Keith SMITH
We miss you every day and you are forever in our hearts. Our amazing Dad, Grandad and Great Grandad. Night night, God bless and Come On You Reds!! Lisa, Mike, Josh, Curtis, Toby, Teddy, Georgia, Sam, Harry, Becks and Mila. x
Keith SMITH
Four years ago on 4th June. My darling husband, Another year has passed without you. I love and miss you every day more than ever. You're always in my thoughts and heart, and I will miss you forever. Your loving wife, Sandra. xx
Birthday Memoriams
Doreen HAWKINS
Wishing you Mum a Happy Birthday. Love you. Love Daughter Paula, Son-in-law Garry, big kisses from Granddaughters Rochelle and Josie xxx
Tony SILMON
Happy Birthday Son, 6th June. Remembering you with love every day. Time passes by and we still question why only 6 years old when we lost you. Night night. God bless. Love Mum, Dad, Gayle, Lynne and Claire
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