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Loved ones have paid tribute in this week’s funeral notices(Image: funeral-notices.co.uk/ family handouts)
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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Death Notices
Passed away peacefully away at Southmead Hospital, aged 71 years. A much loved Mum, survived by her two sons and grandchild. Funeral to be held on Friday 27th June 11:00am Westerleigh Crematorium, Woodland Chapel. Donations can be made in Valerie’s memory to MacMillan Cancer Support C/O F Woodruff Funeral Services, 2 High Street, Winterbourne, BS36 1JN
Passed away at Pixie on May 15th 2025 after a short illness, aged 92 years. She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. The Funeral will be held at The Blessed Virgin Mary, Nempnett Thrubwell on Wednesday, 11th June at 12.00 noon followed by burial in the Churchyard. No formal dress required. Flowers or donations for The R.N.I.B. are being accepted in memory of Marjorie by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.
(Hawkins) Sheila passed away 15th May at Bristol Royal Infirmary with her family in attendance. Sheila was a dearly loved sister to Tony and mother to Richard and Kim. Together with husband Gordon, Sheila was among the founders of the Bristol and District Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association, which they served for 40 years. In later life Gordon and Sheila were often to be found walking their dogs at Redcatch Park in Knowle. Funeral to be held at South Bristol Crematorium Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 09:30, please wear a splash of pink. If you would like to make a charitable donation payable to Cancer Research UK in Sheila’s memory please send c/o Thomas Davis Funeral Services, Southville Lodge, Bristol BS3 1DJ.
Sonia passed away in the Bristol Royal infirmary on Saturday 24th May 2025 aged 48. She was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Auntie and friend who will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Her funeral will take place on Monday 23rd June 2025 at Canford Crematorium at 15:00. Donations in Sonia’s memory to Cancer Research UK. Family Flowers Only Coop Funeralcare Redfield 65-73 Church Road Redfield Bristol BS5 9JR
Dennis passed away peacefully on 21st May aged 84 years with family by his side at the RUH Bath. Beloved husband of the late Carole Hawes, much loved father of Tina, Stephen, Mark and Julia, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service to be held at Westerleigh Crematorium, Bristol on Friday 20th June at 1.15pm. Wear something green if possible. Family flowers only, donations if desired for the RNLI fowarded to Thomas Davis Funerals Director, Sandy Park Road, Brislington, Bristol, BS4 3PQ.
Passed away peacefully at Southmead Hospital on 24th April 2025, aged 77 Years. The funeral service will take place at Westerleigh Crematorium in the waterside chapel on Monday 9th June at 12-15pm. Family flowers only please but donations for Parkinson’s UK or Dementia UK may be given on the day or sent to E.C Alderwick and Son E.C Alderwick and Son Funeral Directors, 11 Regent Street, Kingswood, Bristol, BS15 8JX.
(Nee Gilling) On 25th May, at St. Anne’s Care Home, Chepstow, Hazel Lesley Mary, aged 94 years, formerly of Thornleigh Road, Horfield. Beloved wife of the late Doug, devoted mother of Stephen and Derek, mother-in-law of Maureen and Helen, nanny (Big Nan) of Michelle, Anna, Victoria, Sarah Jamie and Stuart, dearly loved by all her great-grandchildren. Funeral Service Wednesday 18th June, 4.00 p.m. at Langstone Vale Crematorium. No flowers by request. Donations, in lieu, for Dementia UK, may be sent to Philip Blatchly & Son, 5 Station Road, Chepstow, Mon. NP16 5PB.
Passed away peacefully in Worthing Hospital on the 7th May 2025, aged 90. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at 2pm on Friday 6th June 2025 at Worthing Crematorium. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired can be sent in Pamela’s memory to Air Ambulance, Kent Surrey Sussex via pamela-eg-lewis.muchloved.com or c/o Ian Hart Funeral Service Ltd, 92-94 Broadwater Street West, Worthing, West Sussex BN14 9DE. Tel 01903 206299.
(Ted) Edward “Ted” Lyle sadly passed away on Sunday 25th May 2025, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His Funeral will take place on Tuesday 17th June at 12:15pm in the Waterside Chapel at Westerleigh Crematorium. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Edward’s memory to St. Peter’s Hospice.
(Tony) Anthony Orr, better known as Tony, passed away after a struggle with Parkinson’s on 13th of May 2025. He is greatly missed and loved by his wife Victoria, stepdaughter Nataliya, son in law Fernando and brothers Mark and Randall. An informal farewell ceremony will be held at 11am on the 7th of June at Brunel Independent Funeral Directors in Westbury-on-Trym. As per Tony’s request please do not send flowers, but donations in his name to St Peter’s Hospice in Bristol are very welcome.
(Mc Gill) Beloved wife of Dennis, and mother of Matthew. Glynis passed away peacefully at home after a long battle with Dementia. She joins Dennis and her Mother Iris May Mc Gill, her Father Victor Donald Mc Gill, (killed in action 26.06.44) and her brother John. I’ll see you at the bus stop when the time comes. Love you all, Rest in peace.
(Jim/JR) Jim passed away peacefully in his home on Monday 26th May 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. A loving Husband to Lyn, Dad to Ellen and Andrew and a proud Grandad to Liam, Frank, Siobhan, Vinnie, Kieran, Eva, Aurora and Sawyer. A gentle man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His funeral will take place Friday 20th June 2025 with a Requiem Mass at St Patrick’s Church, Redfield at 10:30am, followed by committal at Westerleigh Crematorium in the Waterside Chapel at 12:15pm. All are welcome to attend either or both services. Family flowers by request only; If you wish to donate in Jim’s name, you may do so to St. Peters Hospice. Coop Funeralcare Redfield 65-73 Church Road Redfield Bristol BS5 9JR
(Elsie) (freckled Faced Warrior) Sadly passed away on 22nd of May 2025. You are a spirited little warrior so we called you my freckled faced warrior. You fought everything head on, you gave me so much love and hope. Now Heaven’s got that choice to see you in all your glory. You only ever wanted the best for us, and to swim freely at Clevedon Marina. So go swim Clevedon Marine Lake, your forever home. A memorial service will be held at Marina Lake, Clevedon on 23rd June 2025 2pm, to mark your passing and celebrate your life and to mark your 43rd birthday. If you knew Elsie, please attend wearing her favorite colours of green, blue, red or lilac. Now rest in peace, you’re free my little mermaid. Your silly little sausage Your forever babas. Mark and buddies Rae.
James Patrick Toms sadly passed away on 19 May 2025 aged 82. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Private cremation to be announced at a later date.
Passed away at home on 21st May 2025, aged 77 after a long illness. Much loved Husband, Father and Grandfather. Funeral Service at St Katharine’s Church, Felton on Thursday 12th June at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Prostate Cancer UK, Bowel Cancer UK and St Peter’s Hospice are being accepted in memory of George by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565
Loving memories of the best brother, brother-in-law and uncle anyone could ever have. We will love and miss you always. Rest in peace dear George. Brenda, Brian, Sharon, David and Families x x x x
Passed away peacefully on May 16th 2025, aged 86 years. Beloved Husband of Gillian. Much loved Dad of Rachel, Simon, Richard and Tom, treasured Grandad of Jessica, Oliver, William, Ed, Ella, Olivia and Evie and Great Granddaughter Emily. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. A Celebration of Peter’s life will be held at St Mary’s Church, West Harptree on Tuesday, 17th June at 1.00 pm, followed by a Private Family Burial Service. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565
Birthday Memoriams
(Priest) Happy heavenly birthday Claire, you’ve been gone for a while now but not forgotten. We still remember our times together birthdays & Christmas’s all locked in our hearts forever. God bless Laurence, Dawn, Sharon, Traci, Jamie Harry, Callum, Archie & Olivia
(Shepp) June 3rd Wishing you all the love in the world and a happy 64th birthday. I am sure you are celebrating it with Dad, Charlie and Nan Bray. We wish you were here to celebrate it with us. We all miss you so very much, especially me, I think of you every single day. With all our love, Mum, Sue, Sarah, Andrew and Families xxx I am giving your birthday money to the Air Ambulance, I know you would have liked that.
Happy Birthday Son, 6th June, 60 today. 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. xxxxx
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Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.