Loved ones have shared heartfelt messages in this week’s funeral noticesA funeral will be held to celebrate the life of Ian Mclnally(Image: funeral-notices.co.uk/ family handout)

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk – the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams.

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ian Mclnally, who left us peacefully at home on 23 June, surrounded by his loving family. Ian was a devoted husband, a proud father, and a cherished grandfather. His life was defined by unwavering dedication to his family, always working hard to provide for those he loved. His kindness, strength, and humour made him a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew him. A funeral service to celebrate Ian’s life will be held at Westerleigh Crematorium Waterside Chapel at 12.15 pm on Monday 21st July 2025.

All who knew and loved Ian are warmly invited to attend. Following the service, a wake will take place at Hanham Community Centre where friends and family are encouraged to share memories and stories in his honour. Attendees are warmly encouraged to wear football or rugby scarves of their choice to the funeral service as a tribute to Ian’s lifelong passion for the game. Ian will be deeply missed, but his spirit will continue to live on in the love he gave and the lives he touched. May he rest in peace Donations in memory of Ian may be given at the service or visit our Memorial Page at www.muchloved.com Donations can be sent direct to E C Alderwick & Son Ltd 71 High Street, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3DG Tele: 0117 935 3746

Of Street. Passed peacefully at home on 23rd June 2025 aged 89 years. Dearly loved Husband of Nors, Dad to Clare, Lorraine and David. Grandad to Bobby and Lil. David will be sorely missed by family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Mendip Crematorium on Tuesday 22nd July at 11.30am. If you are able to please wear colourful clothing. Family Flowers only please however Donations if desired are invited for St Margarets Hospice 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, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY.

(Jerry) A loving husband, father and grandfather with a large extended family, a wide network of friends, a passion for the arts, sport and politics – and a one-eyed cat with an attitude. Jerry suddenly and unexpectedly passed away on 23rd May 2025 aged 79. He lived a rich and full life until the very last and will be sorely missed. He had a successful career in science publishing and was awarded an MBE for his work in 2010. After retirement, Jerry became deeply involved in arts and culture. He served as a trustee, board member, adviser and benefactor to a number of high profile and grass roots organisations in Bristol. He also generously supported charities in a broad range of other sectors. The funeral will be at St Mary Redcliffe on Wednesday 9th July at 1pm. Donations to Bristol Ensemble, Royal West of England Academy, Myeloma UK and BCfm in lieu of flowers can be made here: https://jerry-cowhig.muchloved.com Thomas Davis Funeral Directors 123 Stoke Lane Westbury 0n Trym Bristol BS9 3RW

(John) of Cheddar. Passed away peacefully at Greenhill House Care Home on 21st June 2025 aged 93 years. Much loved Husband of Winnie, Father, Grandad and Great Grandad. Funeral service to be held at St. Peter’s Church, Draycott on Friday 18th July 2025 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Water Aid may be forwarded to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3RF. Tel 01934 742885

It is with great sadness that we announce that Gareth passed away at home in Bristol on 18th June. Dearly loved son of Martyn and Alina, loving brother to Alex and her family. Deeply missed and fondly remembered by the whole family and so many friends. Service of Celebration to be held at St Paulinus Church, Llangors on Thursday 17th July at 11am. The family would welcome your company at The Red Lion, Llangors following the service. Private cremation to follow at a later date. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for Crohn’s and Colitis UK c/o A V Griffiths & Son, Funeral Directors, Delfan, Felinfach, Brecon, Powys LD3 0UD Tel: 01874 623477 / 07527759945

Passed away suddenly on the 15th June 2025, aged 62. A loved husband, son, dad and grandad, who will be desperately missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be at West Wiltshire Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd of July at 3:00pm. Family flowers only. Donations to Dorothy House Hospice Care and sent via DJ Bewley, Manvers Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EH, 01225 353525. A splash of colour would be appreciated on the day (just like Hammy). x

(Elliott) Died peacefully in Edinburgh on the 24th June 2025, aged 94. As a Bristol based doctor, she was a pioneer in the field of infertility. A celebration service will be held at St Paul’s Church Clifton, Bristol BS8 1LP at 2.00pm on Monday 7th July 2025. No flowers please but donations to Move On (Scottish Charity SC026983).

(Chris) Chris Jennings of Cadbury Heath. Passed away peacefully at Southmead Hospital on Father’s Day June 15th after a brave battle with C.O.P.D. A much loved husband and father. You were such a strong and proud man who worked hard and played hard. Everyone knew where they stood with you and people respected you for that. You cared deeply for your friends and family and will leave a massive void in our lives. You fought so hard to stay with us but it wasn’t to be. Reunited with our dear son Luke. Rest now my love, until we meet again. Always your Es xxx

Funeral Service to be held at St Mary’s Church, Bitton on Wednesday 16 July at 2.15pm followed by a wake at Oldland Village Club. Flowers if desired may be sent to E C Alderwick & Son Funeral Directors 11 Regent Street Kingswood Bristol BS15 8JX Enquiries to 0117 9673609 No dress code. All friends welcome.

Passed away peacefully on 21st June aged 97 years. Dearly loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. A private committal will be followed by a service of Thanksgiving at Christ Church, Redhill on Monday 14th July at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Christ Church, Redhill, St Michael & All Angels, Butcombe and All Saints’, Sandford c/o Keith C. Britton & Son Funeral Directors, 10 High Street, Yatton BS49 4JA or via kcbritton.co.uk

In Memoriams

13 long, lonely years without you. Write it on your heart that the ones you love are life’s most precious gifts. Loving wife Jean. Loved forever Dad. Daughter Selina, Andy and Daisy. Son James, Carolyn, Izzy and Amy. Loving thoughts, daily tears and a constant wish that you were here. xxxx

It’s been 30 years since you left us. If our dreams and wishes could come true, then we would be sharing our lives with you. Love you lots. Joyce, Liz, Steve, Marg, Darren, Anne and Paul xx When you left us Grandad, it broke our hearts in two, of all the Grandads in the world, we are glad that ours was you. Love you Grampy Oi From all the Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren xx

Birthday Memoriams

Remembered and always loved, especially on your Birthday, Saturday 5th July. With lots of love Sandra xxx

5th July Happy Birthday Mum I walked along the Holy Ground at Easter time this year and I saw your old house at Harbour View. It brought back so many wonderful memories of our holidays in the past. I hope that you enjoy your birthday as much as I always did. I miss you so much and I’ll love you forever. Have a great day with Dad and Gordon. Erin go Bragh. Your son Thomas x x x

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Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.