Hereford Times death notices, published December 30

To place any family notices visit bit.ly/HTnotices, or to view visit bit.ly/HTannoucements.

We publish tributes (obituaries) free. Fill in this simple online form: https://bit.ly/HTtribute

BROMAGE Richard Alec

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Richard Alec Bromage on 21st December 2021 aged 78 years old. He will be so dearly missed by his loving family and friends. Richard was a superb father to his three children, Jo, Clare and Nick. Loving grandfather to his 6 grandchildren and beloved husband to Jan. His funeral will take place at St Peter’s Church, Lugwardine on 17th January 2022 at 11a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations to The Stroke Association. All enquires to Bayley Brothers Tel: 01432 272465

CABLE Rev. Geoff

Of Kington, Herefordshire. Died peacefully at home following a long illness on 19th December 2021. Born 27th July 1933 in Hull, Yorks. Pastor at Hermon Chapel, Rhosgoch. Reunited with his beloved wife Christine. Dearly loved father to David, Julie, Rob and Gary and grandchildren. Funeral service to be held at Kington Baptist Church at 11:00am, followed by a burial service at Hermon Chapel, Rhosgoch at 1:00pm on Friday 14th January 2021. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be sent via A.W. Hughes & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors. Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

COTTAM Harold

Of Dorstone, died after a short illness on Monday 13th December 2021. Beloved husband of Lyn and much loved father and grandfather. “A good honest and generous man” A private family funeral will take place. All enquiries to Oak Tree Funeral Services, The Wharf, Eardisley, HR3 6NS Tel. 01544 327829

COURTICE SMART Janet Patricia (nee Lambe)

Proud wife of Ian Michael Henry Smart (deceased). She fought like a lioness against cancer for many years but died on 16th December 2021 aged 81. Funeral Service at The Priory, Leominster, on Friday 21st January 2022, at 11.30 am followed by a committal at Hereford Crematorium Chapel at 13.15. At her special request “No flowers please but a gesture of kindness to a stranger instead, no fuss and no long distance travel for ageing friends and family.” Enquiries to R W Mann & Son 01568 612358

DINNEN Elizabeth (nee Hughes)

A wonderful one-off died peacefully at Ross Court Care Home on 18th December 2021. Elizabeth has directed that there be no funeral ceremony. Next spring (when Elizabeth would have been 97) the family hopes to have a gathering to celebrate her life. Details later, taking into account Covid situation.

EATON-SMITH David

Peacefully in hospital following a short illness, on 21st December 2021, with his family beside him. Private cremation. A celebration of David’s life will take place in the Spring. If you would like to attend, please email eaton.smith.family@gmail.com

FIRKINS Jean Ann (nee Gurney)

Of Leominster. Passed away peacefully on 11th December 2021, aged 83 years. Devoted Wife to Geoff. Much loved Mum to Steve, Andy, Dawn and Jon. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends and all who knew her. The Funeral Service will take place at Leominster Priory Church on Friday 7th January at 12.30pm, followed by a private interment. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the Alzheimer’s Society and Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225

LANE Wendy Mary

Passed away peacefully on 3rd December 2021, aged 72 Long-time resident of Cotterell Street. Beloved wife of the late Fred, loving Mum to Anthony and Nan to Rio. She will be greatly missed. Funeral service at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 10th January 2022 at 3.15pm. Arrangements by Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street HR4 0HH 01432 272465

ROGER Sylvia

Passed away peacefully at Home at Broomy Hill Hereford on Thursday 23rd December aged 89 years. Loving wife of John, devoted Mother of Jonathan and Jeremy and his partner Nancy, proud Grand mother of Claudia and Giles. Funeral arrangements to be confirmed. Enquires please to Bayley Brothers 01432 272465.

SNELL Jean (Jen)

Of Leadon Bank, Ledbury Formerly Of Monksbury, Monkhide, Ledbury Died peacefully On 21st December 2021 aged 93 years. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium On Thursday 20th January 2022 at 3:15 pm. Family have requested a splash of colour be worn. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for The Royal British Legion may be sent directly to the charity. All enquiries to Ledbury Funeralcare (Hawcutts), Hawcutt House, Bye Street, Ledbury, HR8 2AA Tel: 01531 632084

WARBURTON Roy

Passed away peacefully at home after a long illness, patiently borne. Beloved husband of Barbara; adored Dad to Sandra, Steven and Yvonne; wonderful Grandad to Darren, Dawn and Evie. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. The funeral will be held at the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, Weobley on Wednesday 5th January 2022 at 1pm, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only. If wished, donations in memory of Roy for Weobley Church and Weobley Surgery Equipment Fund may be sent to the funeral directors: Oak Tree Funeral Services, The Wharf, Eardisley, HR3 6NS. Tel. 01544 327829