Hereford Times death notices, published December 9

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BALLARD Brian Gilbert

Formerly of Acton Beauchamp, Bishops Frome, Suckley and Whitbourne. Sadly passed away in Torrevieja, Spain on November 25th 2021, aged 80 years. He is survived by his wife Beryl and his son Shane. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 11th at 11.00am in the Chapel at Emma Bouston Funeral Services, Bromyard, with any donations requested to be made in Brian’s name to the Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

BIGGLESTONE Arthur Benjamin

Our much loved Husband, Father, Papa, Great Papa and Friend passed peacefully away in his sleep on Tuesday 30th November 2021 aged 88. He was so treasured and will be missed by us all. Funeral details to follow.

BURBOROUGH Kathleen Joan

Passed away peacefully at Dulas Court Care Home on November 25th 2021, aged 95. Loving and Much loved Mum, Grandma, Great Grandma, Sister & Aunty. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday 21st December at Holy Trinity Church at 1.15pm followed by Cremation. Family flowers only however donations if desired for Macmillan Nurses may be sent to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465

DREW Russell

Passed away peacefully at home with his family on 2nd December, 2021 age 71, after losing a courageous battle against cancer. Adored father, son, brother, brother in law, uncle and friend to so many. A private funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium. An announcement will be made finalising the venue to celebrate Russ’s life will follow. Contact A W Hughes 01544 370217

ELLSMORE Gwyneth

Of Leominster. Passed away peacefully on 26th November 2021, aged 94 years. Loving Wife of the late Bryan. Much loved Mum, Nan and Great Nan. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. ’Last of the Charlie’s Angels’ The Funeral Service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 17th December at 10.15am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the Royal British Legion. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225.

FLETCHER Barbara

Of Churchill Avenue. Suddenly at Hereford County Hospital, 5th December 2021. Much loved sister to Beryl and Elaine. Loving Auntie to Mandy and John. Arrangements later, contact:- R W Mann & Son.

GRIFFITHS Beverley Thomas (Bev)

Passed away peacefully on 26th November 2021 aged 77. Much Loved Dad and Grandad. Funeral service will take place at St Michael & All Angels Kingsland on Thursday 16th December 2021 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only, donations to Macmillan and Hereford Hospital. All enquires to R W Mann 01568 612358

HARRISON Sheila Margaret (Nee Hatton)

Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness surrounded by her loving family on 26th November 2021 aged 84 years. Much loved Mother, Nanny and Great Grandmother to Emma, Dawn, Rhian, Paige, Robyn, Drew, Molly, Harry, Penelope and Alfie. Private family funeral. Memorial service will be held at St Lawrence’s Church, Canon Pyon, on Friday 17th December 2021 at 2pm. Attendees are kindly requested by the family to wear colourful attire (no black). In lieu of flowers, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Donations may be made online via: sheila-harrison.muchloved.com Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

HOWARD Beryl

Loving mother of Claire, Anna, Sara and Jonty; Grandma and Great-Grandma, died at home on Monday 29th November 2021, aged 85 years. The funeral will take place at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene, Eardisley, on Sunday 12th December at 1pm. Please wear a face-covering and have a negative lateral-flow-test. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK and Kington Primary School. Funeral Arrangements by Oak Tree Funeral Services, The Wharf, Eardisley, HR3 6NS Tel. 01544 327829

JACKSON Jean

Formerly of Bromyard. Passed away at Hollywood Rest Home, Birmingham on November 25th 2021, aged 91 years. Wife of the late Ron Jackson. A much loved Mum, Nan and Great Nan who will be sadly missed. The funeral service will take place at St. Peter’s Church, Bromyard on Thursday, December 16th at 12.00 noon, followed by interment at Bromyard Cemetery. Floral tributes welcome. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

JONES Rose Margaret

Died peacefully at Waverley House, Leominster on Friday 26th November 2021, aged 86. Dearly loved wife of the late Judson Jones, loving sister of Elizabeth, much loved by her wide family and friends at home and abroad. Funeral service at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 20th December 2021 at 11.15am. Donations, if desired, to RNIB Arrangement by RW Mann, 2-4 New Street, Leominster HR6 8DP 01568 612 358

JORDAN Margaret

Of Kings Acre. Peacefully on December 4th at Coldwells House Care Home, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late John. A much loved mum and nan. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 20th 2021 at Hereford Crematorium at 4.15pm. Family flowers only, donations please for Kidney Research UK. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

LEWIS David Reginald

Passed away peacefully on 30th November 2021 at The Dean Neurological Centre aged 63 years. Loving husband to Jeanette, Dad to Gemma and Jo, Grandad to Olivia and Jacob, Brother to Angie and John and remembered by all his close and extended family and friends. A funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 17th December 2021 at 11.15am. All enquiries to Cathedral Funeral Services Ltd, 55 St Owen Street, Hereford, HR1 2JQ. Tel: 01432 340777

OKELL Frances Elizabeth

Elizabeth died peacefully after a long illness on 27th November, aged 93. A much loved Aunt, Great Aunt and friend. Her family wish to thank David James, Ariehetta Philippides and the staff of Hazelhurst Nursing Home for the love and care she received during her final years. Funeral on Thursday 16 December. Cremation at Forest of Dean Crematorium at 12.30pm. Family and close friends only. There will then be a Service of Thanksgiving at St Mary’s Church, Ross at 2.0pm to which all are welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to St Michael’s Hospice, Bartestree or Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). For all enquiries, please contact William Bevan Funeral Directors, 16 Old Gloucester Rd. Ross-on-Wye HR9 5JG. Tel: 01989 562092

SAYCE Diane

Passed away peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice on 3rd December 2021 aged 67 years. Loving Wife of the late David. Mother of Adam and Joanne. Grandmother of Esme and Teddy. Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 17th December 2021 at 09:30am. In lieu of flowers, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

SNELL Brian Clement

Peacefully passed away on Friday 19th November 2021 aged 91 years. Now reunited with his Beloved late wife Jean. Service to be held at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 15th December at 2:15 No flowers, Donations in Brian’s memory, if desired, will go to St Philip and St James Church, Tarrington If you would like to join the service online, please use details below: Website: https://watch.obitus.com Username: sore7434 Password:340168 All enquiries to Dawe Brothers Funeral Directors 01531 636 666

SPENCER Charles Edward

Passed away peacefully on 19th November 2021 aged 94 years. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday 21st December 2021 at Hereford Crematorium at 11.15am. Donations if desired in memory of Charles are for the Head and Neck Injury Dept at Worcester Royal Hospital. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274 066

THOMPSON Winifred

Died aged 98 at Holmer Manor Care Home Loving wife to The Late Charlie Thompson and Mother to Elaine, Roger and Janice. Loved by all and sadly missed. Funeral at Hereford Crematorium Tuesday 4th January at 11.15. Arrangements by S A Evans, Gaol Street, Hereford, Telephone: 01432 273736

WHITE Peter

Of Kings Caple Peacefully on 1st December after a long illness at his home, aged 87 years. Much loved Husband of Pat, Dad of Mandy, Kim, Gary and Lea and a Grandad and Great Grandad. Funeral service at The Forest of Dean Crematorium on Thursday 16th December at 11.30am. No flowers by request please. If desired, donations for Fownhope Medical Centre may be placed in the donations box at the crematorium or sent to Collier & Brain Funeral Directors, The Cross, Drybrook, Glos. GL17 9ED. (Please make cheques payable to Collier & Brain Donations Account). Please wear a splash of colour.

WILLIAMS John

Of St Margarets Passed away peacefully, with family by his side on 29th November 2021 aged 85. Beloved husband of Joan, loving father and father in law and adored grandfather. A private family funeral will take place at St.Margaret’s Church, followed by interment in the Churchyard. Donations if desired to St.Margaret’s Church. C/o Cherished Funerals, Contact Kate Gladwyn, Longtown, Hereford 01873 860675

WILLIAMS Monica Joyce (Joyce)

Passed away suddenly at Hereford County Hospital on November 15th 2021 aged 88 years. Funeral service to take place on Monday December 13th 2021 at Hereford Crematorium at 11:15 am. Donations will be received in lieu of flowers. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH TEL : 01432-272465