All the Bristol death notices and funeral announcements from this week

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

Margaret Elaine CHARD

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 9th October 2024, aged 93 years. Much loved by husband, Alan, daughters Juliet and Jacky and all the family. Funeral Service at South Bristol Crematorium on Friday 8th November 2024 at 11.15am. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, to Breast Cancer Research may be forwarded to F H Halliday & Son Ltd, 115 High Street, Portishead, BS20 6PT (01275) 842120 or online at www.fhhalliday.co.uk

Alan William (Fred) CLARK

(Fred) Died on 29th September 2024, aged 78 years. Beloved Husband of Sonia, Cherished Dad of Alison, James and Tom and much loved Grampy to his six Granddaughters. The Funeral Service will be held at St Mary and St Peter's Church, Winford on Monday, 11th November at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for The Winford Church Restoration Fund are being accepted in memory of Alan by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.

Gilbert Raymond (Ray) COOK

(Ray) Of Glastonbury Passed peacefully away at Yeovil District Hospital, with his family at his side, on 6th October 2024, aged 93 years. A dearly loved Husband of Yvonne and a much loved Dad, Grampy, and Great Grampy, who will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at St John's Church Glastonbury on Tuesday 29th October at 12:30pm. Followed by a burial at Glastonbury Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if desired are invited for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, and may be made online via this notice in the donation box below. or cheques made payable to the charity can be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, 2 Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury BA6 9GY

Philip Richard (Phil) GEORGE

(Phil) Passed away on 5th October 2024, aged 83 years. Much loved Husband of Pat. Loving Dad of Haydn & Tim (Fran). The very proud Pa of Sonny, Max, Aria and Alfie xxxx. Father in Law of Daisy and Jordan. Brother of Dennis (deceased), Bernard, Martyn and Christopher and their families. Funeral Service to take place South Bristol Crematorium on Friday, 25th October at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only, donations if desired in memory of Phil to R.A.B.I. (Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution) are being accepted by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.

Janet Mary GLIDDON (née Sims)

(née Sims) Passed away peacefully on 21st September 2024, in Leighton Hospital, aged 81 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral at Canford Crematorium on Thursday 31st October 2024 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations to Dementia UK may be sent. c/o Mason's Funeral Directors, 47 Drove Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 3NN. Tel: 01934 624222.

Susan Lilian GRACE

Sue Grace of Whitchurch passed away on October 1st aged 97. Beloved Mother of Lorna and John. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at South Bristol Crematorium on Monday the 28th of October at 14:15.

Myrtle HEAL

Mum passed, peacefully, away on Monday 7th October at Badminton Place Care Home following an illness. Funeral details will be announced once arrangements have been made.

Francis Norman (Frank) HEWLETT

(Frank) of Blackford passed away suddenly at home on 6th October 2024 aged 85 years. Much loved Dad, Grandad and Friend. Funeral service to be held at Mendip Crematorium on Tuesday 5th November at 11.30am. Family flowers only but donations to Children's Hospice Southwest can be forwarded to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3RF. Telephone 01934 742885.

Philip Michael Janes HOSKINS

Philip died peacefully on 25th September aged 97. Dearly loved husband to Patricia, father to Nicola and Clare, grandfather to Toby, Lucy, Amy and Victoria and great-grandfather to Nellie and Ottilie. Proudly born and bred in Bristol and a staunch City supporter all of his life. He attended South Bristol Central School and Cotham Secondary School. He began his working life at the Port of Bristol Authority which led to a lifelong interest in shipping. He married Patricia in 1954, and they very recently celebrated their 70th Anniversary together. After the birth of their 2 daughters in Bristol a move to East Grinstead followed where Philip became involved with local councils and other organisations. They later lived in Winchester and latterly in the Alton area. Many return trips were made to Bristol to visit family and friends usually incorporating a visit to Avonmouth to see what shipping may be about and also to watch the occasional City match. He always maintained a great fondness for the place of his birth. He was a lovely gentleman who had a full life well lived. He will be sorely missed. Cremation on Friday 1st November at Basingstoke Crematorium RG25 2BA at 11.45 for close family, followed by a Remembrance Service at St Nicholas's Church, Chawton GU34 1SJ at 14.00. Donations to RNLI c/o philiphoskins.muchloved.com if desired.

Michael John Theodore (Grandad) HUNTON

(Grandad ) 16th February 1935 - 19th September 2024 Sadly passed away aged 89 years Loving Husband to Marilyn (passed 2015) and Father to Timothy, Nigel, Simon, Michelle, Leonie and Donald. Beloved Grandfather to Amelia, Lawrence, Prudence, Primrose, Monty, Finley, Jonah and Gabriel. Dear friend to many in Birkdale. His passing will leave a hole in our lives but his memory will leave so much love in our hearts. Michael's Funeral service will take place on Monday the 21st of October at Surrey and Sussex Crematorium, Balcombe Rd, Crawley RH10 3NQ at 1:30pm. This will be followed by a wake held at Mannings Heath Golf and Wine Estate Horsham RH13 6PG. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. Funeral Home: Freeman Brothers Funeral Directors Horsham, 01403 254 590

Andrew LE PREVOST

Passed away peacefully at home on 2nd October 2024 aged 79 years with his wife Angela by his side. He will be greatly missed by his family, many friends, and colleagues. A celebration of Andrew's life will be taking place at Batch Country House, Lympsham on Saturday 2nd November at 2.00pm. All welcome. Dress code is relaxed. No flowers by request. Enquiries to C V Gower Funeral Directors, The Square, Winscombe, BS25 1BS. Tel: 01934 842945 www.cvgower.co.uk

Geoffrey Thomas (Geoff) PIKE

(Geoff) Sadly passed away at home on 30th September, aged 89. Loving husband of Valerie, dearly loved Dad to Mandy, Grace, and Frances and loving Gramps to Edward, William, Ben, James, Thomas and Taylor, Great Grandpa to Scarlett. A Service of Celebration for his life will take place at St Julian's Church, Wellow on Wednesday 23rd October at 1.30pm. Donations in memory of Geoff to RNLI and Dorothy House Hospice Care can be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).

Valerie Ann POCOCK

Valerie passed away peacefully on 10th October 2024 aged 87. Mother to Tim and Jeremy, grandmother to Ben and Emily and mother-in-law to Debbie and Louise. She will be sadly missed by us all. Funeral service to take place at South Bristol Crematorium on Thursday 7th November at 3pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Hearing dogs for the deaf or The Children's Literacy Charity may be given on the day or sent c/o Thomas Davis Funeral Directors, Southville Lodge, Southville Road, Bristol, BS3 1DJ

Keith Graham James PURNELL

Passed away suddenly in Plymouth. A loving Husband to Carole, loving Father to Katy, Father in Law to Darren and the best Grandad to Olivia. Funeral to take place at South Bristol Crematorium on Monday 4th November 2024 - 11.15am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth. All enquiries to Co-op funeralcare, 12-14 Morshead Road, Crownhill, Plymouth. PL6 5AJ 01752 303830

Ann Garrie RANCE (nee Mackie)

(nee Mackie ) Passed away peacefully on Thursday 19th September, aged 82. Adored Wife of Tony, beloved Mother to Lynda and Brian and 8 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held at the South Bristol Crematorium on Tuesday 22nd October at 11.15am. No flowers please but donations, if desired, to Children's Hospice South West or Southmead Hospital Charity may be forwarded to F.H. Halliday & Son Ltd, 115 High Street, Portishead BS20 6PT, via the donation box at the service or online at www.fhhalliday.co.uk Please wear something bright in memory of Ann.

Janet SALTER

of Stockwood. Passed away suddenly on September 28th 2024, aged 82 years. Beloved Wife of the late Robin Salter. Much loved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and a wonderful Friend to many. She will be sadly missed. The Funeral Service will be held at South Bristol Crematorium on Tuesday, 22nd October at 3.00 pm. Flowers or donations for The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth are being accepted in memory of Janet by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.

Geoffery Peter SIMPSON

Passed away at Great Western Hospital, Swindon on 7th October 2024 aged 72 years. He will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him. Funeral service to take place at Westerleigh Crematorium, Waterside Chapel on Monday 28th October at 2.45 p.m. Family flowers only please, donations for 'Cancer Research UK' and 'British Heart Foundation' may be sent c/o Brooks Independent Funeral Directors, 21 High Street, Malmesbury, SN16 9AA

Marion VINING

of Brent Knoll passed away peacefully at Musgrove Park Hospital on Wednesday 2nd October 2024 aged 80 years. Beloved wife of Michael, dearly loved mum of Shaun and Claire also a dear nan who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. A celebration of her life will be held at St Michael's Church, Brent Knoll on Friday 1st November 2024 at 2.30 pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired for the Royal British Legion 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.

Jenny WEST

of East Huntspill passed peacefully away on 7th October 2024, aged 79 years. A dearly loved Sister and Auntie, she will be sadly missed by all family and her many friends. The Funeral service will take place at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Wednesday 6th November at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Musgrove Park Hospital (Cheques payable to Love Musgrove) may be left in the collection box on the day or sent to: R Millard & Son, 6 Springfield Road, Highbridge, TA9 3AH. Tel. 01278 793078

Christine Ann WILLIAMS

Suddenly at home on 24th September, aged 83 years. Dearly loved mother to David. Mother in law to Andree Claire and grandma to Rebecca. Funeral Service St. Mary the Virgin, Yatton. Friday 25th October at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Springboard Opportunity Group and Alzheimer's Research UK c/o Keith C Britton & Son, Funeral Directors, 10 High St. Yatton BS49 4JA or online via kcbritton.co.uk

Jane Elizabeth WITHEY

Passed away peacefully on September 21st 2024. Dearly loved by Alison, Frances, Robert and Claire and their families. She will be greatly missed. The Funeral Service will be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Monday, 21st October at 11.30 am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Dorothy House and The Bath Institute of Rheumatic Diseases are being accepted in memory of Jane by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.

Clifford (Cliff) WOOLLON

(Cliff) The Woollon family are sad to announce that Clifford Woollon age 94 passed away peacefully on 6th October. He is now reunited with his beloved wife Betty Woollon, together with his brother Ray Woollon and sister Margaret Brentnall. Over the years his hobbies have included riding motorcycles, photography and gardening, as well as an avid Scrabble player! In accordance with his wishes, he will have a simple cremation and his ashes scattered in Canford Remembrance Garden, where a plaque will be placed for him and his wife. RIP Dad, father-in-law and grandad. Andy, Diane, Kyle & Amy xx

In Memoriams

Louise Patricia COOK (nee Perry)

(nee Perry) In loving memory of my beloved Daughter Louise, who passed away 7 years ago. No one knows the heartache of losing my darling only child Louise. You are in my thoughts everyday and I will be forever mourning you and your loving Dad John when you joined him a month after he died. You were a wonderful Daughter, loved beyond compare, I miss you so much. How I long to hear you call me Mum again and have a good old chat like we used to share. You were so loving, kind and good and all my many memories of you are happy and joyful ones. I will forever long for you, my precious girl and I know one day, we shall meet again in Gods wonderful garden and be together again, with your Dad. Until then, lots of loving kisses to you. Good night and God bless from Your ever-loving Mum. xxx

Robert James PALMER

Together with Dad. Time passes but the sadness at losing you never fades. Remembered every day. Mum, Michael and Cristina. David, Angela, Anthony and Christopher

Barbara THOM

Remembered with love and greatly missed by Jac, Les, Jen, Flora and Andy in this 24th year.

Pauline And Arthur WHITE

In loving memory of my amazing Mum and Dad, Gran and Gramps and Great grandparents. Missing you as always, thinking of you on your 97th birthday Dad and 1st anniversary without you Mum. Together, reunited forever, you are always in our hearts. Love you both very much, Bev, Sophie, Dave, Finley and Hudson xx

Arthur And Pauline WHITE

Our lovely memories will never fade of our amazing Mum and Dad who walk beside us everyday, unseen, unheard but always there. In our hearts you will always stay, your support and love will be with us forever, all our love Sue, Jue and families

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