Hereford Times death notices, published March 3

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KEARN Robert Thomas

Formerly of Burghill and Credenhill passed away peacefully on 20th February after a short illness, in Plymouth aged 82. Beloved husband of Pat and loving Father to Emma-Jayne and Christopher. Also loving Brother of Ronnie and Derek and Sister-in-Law Muriel. Funeral to be held at Western Mill Crematorium, Plymouth at 2.00 pm on Tuesday 15th March. Family flowers only, if desired donations to either WWF or RSPB.

AL-RAMADANI Susan (Sue)

Former ward Sister at Hereford General Hospital Passed away on Monday 14th February 2022 aged 62 years. Beloved Wife of Sarmad (Sam), cherished Mum to Faris and Tarik and loving Bibi (Grandmother) to Zain, Safia and Poppy. Following a private burial on Thursday 17th March, you are most welcome to join the family at The Windmill Village Hotel, (Birmingham Road, Coventry, CV5 9AL) at 2:00pm for Sue’s memorial service, which will be followed by food and refreshments. Family flowers only please, donations in Sue’s memory for Projects in Palestine may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors or made online via www.devallandson.com Devall & Son Funeral Directors, 1 Jubilee Crescent, Radford, Coventry CV6 3EX Tel: 024 7660 0649

ALTHAM Shirley Winifred

Passed away on 11th February 2022 aged 86 years. Loving Wife of the late Bernard. Mother of Martin, Stephen and Andrew. Grandmother of Alex, James, Zoe, Jennifer, Daniel and Kate. Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 14th March 2022 at 12:15pm. In lieu of flowers donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

CLAPP Winifred

It is with great sadness that we annouce the death of Winifred Clapp(Kington). A private funeral service was held 3rd March. Greatful thanks to all at Kington Court, Doctor Obi, A W Hughes and Son and all messages of condolence

DAVIES Edith Margaret

Formerly of Breinton Road Hereford, Margaret passed away peacefully at The Weir Nursing Home on the 4th February 2022 after a short illness, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Douglas, loving Mother to Ralph and Gill, Mother- in- law to Kerry and Caroline and Granny to her five Grandsons and seven Great Grandchildren. Sadly, missed by the family. The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 8th March at 1.15pm. Donations if desired to The Air Ambulance, Guide Dogs for the Blind and St Michael’s Hospice C/O Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

HACKETT Dorothy (Dot)

Of Leominster Passed away peacefully at Hereford Hospital on 13th February 2022 aged 92 years. Beloved Mom, Sister, Aunty and good friend to many. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 31st March at 10:15. Donations, in Dot’s memory, would be gratefully received by Oxfam or Save the Children. For any enquiries please contact Malvern Co-Operative Funeralcare, 105 Barnard Green Road Malvern WR14 3LT 01684 574 733

HADLEY Valerie Mary

Passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Hospice on 16th February 2022 aged 82 years. She will be loved and missed by her husband Ron, children and grandchildren. Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium, Wednesday 16th March at 3.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired are for St. Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to H H Handley 01885 482216.

HANKINS Edwin Bryan

Peacefully passed away at Brockington House on February 17th 2022, aged 87 Beloved husband of Norma, Father to Robert & Liz, grandad to Rachel, Becky & Clara. A private funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 15th March at 9.30am Family flowers only however donations for St Michael’s Hospice may be sent to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell St, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465

HARRISON Doreen Ivy (née Price)

Of Ross Road, Hereford. Sadly passed away on 19th February 2022 aged 92 years. Wife to the late John. Beloved Mother to Keith and Mother-in-Law to Shirley. Grams to Matthew, Victoria, Louise and Kyle. Great Grandmother to Rebecca, Toby, and Elsie. She will be sadly missed. Funeral service will be held at Holy Trinity Church, Hardwicke, Herefordshire, HR3 5TA, on Tuesday 15th March 2022 at 12:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations if desired to Hardwicke Church. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

HODGES William Charles

Known as Bill From Tillington passed away peacefully on 7th February 2022 aged 85 years. Devoted husband to Anne, dearly loved father to Robert and brother to Hazel and Jim. Funeral Service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 8th March at 11:15am Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, will be gratefully received for Parkinson’s UK. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 49 Eign Gate, Hereford HR4 0AB 01432376865

JAY Harold

Passed away peacefully in Hereford Hospital on 13th February 2022, aged 94 years. Sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Martley Church on Wednesday 9th March 2022 at 12.30p.m., followed by an interment in the churchyard. For further details please contact Bedwardine Funeral Services, 30 Bromyard Road, St Johns, Worcester. WR2 5BT. Tel No. 01905 748811.

JONES Geoffrey Lionel George (Geoff)

Sadly passed away on 14th February 2022 aged 98 years. Loving Husband of Margaret. Father of Kevin, Beverley, and Tim. Father-in-Law of Julie and Mary. Grandfather of 7 and Pops to 18 Great Grandchildren. Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 14th March 2022 at 09:30am. 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. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

LAWLEY Sid

Of Risbury - Born in Lozells, Birmingham. Aged 80 years. Beloved Husband and soulmate of Chris. Devoted Dad of Peter, Robert and Esther. Fun-loving Grandad of Mo, Edie, Eryn, Louis and Aimee and loving Father-In-Law of Nancie and Kirsty. Work mate and friend to many. His love and presence will be forever missed. A private cremation shall be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 7th March 2022. Family attendance only. Friends and family are all invited to meet in memory of his life at Hickory Stick, Ford Bridge, HR6 0LE at 3.45pm. Family flowers only, but donations, if so desired to The Woodland Trust and St. Michael’s Hospice, for their continuing care of the many. Special thanks and love to all those in the care teams who worked tirelessly for Sid.

LLOYD David

Of Michaelchurch Escley. Peacefully at home on February 20th, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of the late Connie. Much loved dad of Elwyn and Anne, Gordon and Fen, Shirley and Mark. A much loved grandad. Will be sadly missed. The funeral service will be held on Saturday March 12th 2022 at St Michael’s Church, Michaelchurch Escley at 3.00pm. Family flowers only, donations please for St Michael’s Church, Macmillan Renton Unit and Marie Curie. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

MARFELL Richard Henry

Of Monkland Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness on 21st February 2022. Aged 73 years Loving husband of the late Marie, Much Loved Father, Grandfather and Brother. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Memorial Service will take place at Monkland Church on Monday 14th March 2022 at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired will be given to St Michael’s Hospice, Hereford. For further information please contact A.W.Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

McGEE Melanie Ann (nee Thwaites)

Passed away peacefully on 19 February 2022, aged 51, at St Michael’s Hospice, Hereford. Beloved wife of Terry and mother to Aimee, Emilee and Mickey. Much loved and missed by father Pete, sister Bev, family and friends. Local businesswoman and entrepreneur, Mel brought joy and inspiration to all who met her. Donations in Mel’s memory, if desired, to St Michael’s Hospice, Hereford.

PIRT Tania Caroline

Passed away peacefully at home on 22nd February 2022, aged 80 years. A much loved Wife and Mother who will be sadly missed. Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 9th March at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, for St Michael’s Hospice and Marie Curie can be sent to R. W. Mann & Son, 2-4 New Street, Leominster, HR6 8DP. Tel: 01568 612358

REES Graham Edward

Of Dilwyn. Passed away peacefully at home on February 11th 2022, aged 86 years. Graham will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved him Funeral service to take place on Tuesday, March 15th 2022 Service at St Margaret’s Church, Wellington at 11:15 Followed by cremation at Hereford Crematorium All are welcome to celebrate Graham’s Life Donations will be received in lieu of flowers for St Michael’s Hospice at Home. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH Tel : 01432 272465

RUTTER William (Bill)

Formerly of Hereford. Passed away peacefully at Wardley Gate Care Home, Gateshead on Saturday 29th January 2022. A funeral service was held at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd February 2022. Enquiries to Sheila (nee Rutter) on 07816 522287.

SMITH Edward Henry (Smudge)

The funeral service will take place at St Paul’s Church, Tupsley, Hereford on Friday March 11th at 12 Noon followed by a private cremation for close family. Family flowers only however donations if desired for St Paul’s Church and/or Barnardo’s may be sent to Bayley Brothers, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford Tel 01432 272465

STEVENS Felicity Edith Charlotte

Of Holbatch, Bodenham. Passed away peacefully, at Hereford County Hospital, on February 19th 2022, aged 92 years. A much loved Aunt and Friend who will be sadly missed. The funeral service will take place at St. Michael & All Angels Church, Bodenham on Monday, March 7th at 12 noon, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for the Wildlife Trust may be sent to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

SUMMERS Andrew Bertram

Of Orleton Post Office, passed away peacefully on 17th February 2022, aged 69 years. Beloved Husband of Gerry; Father of Jack and Paul, Father-in-Law of Kim and Grandad of Robyn and Morgan. Andrew will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A Service of Thanksgiving will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 11th March at 3.15pm. The funeral cortege will be driving through Orleton Village at approximately 2.15pm should anyone who can’t attend the service wish to pay their respects. Donations received in Andrew’s memory will be shared between St Michael’s Hospice and The RNLI and can be given on the day or sent via the funeral home. All enquiries please to: Victoria Allen Funeral Services, 8 Charlton Rise, Ludlow SY8 1ND. 01584 879035

THORNTON Pat (Patricia Anne)

Died on 11th February 2022 aged 86 years. Widow of the late David Thornton. Mum to Sarah, Peter, Rachel, Katy and Matthew. Granny and Great-Granny. Sister to Jennifer. Aunt, cousin, mother-in-law, friend. Dearly loved and missed. Funeral service will be held at St Mary The Virgin Church, Hay-on-Wye, on Friday 18th March 2022 at 11:00am, followed by burial at Dore Abbey at 1:00pm. Gathering afterwards at Booth’s Bookshop, Hay, from 3.30pm. Donations, if desired, to YoungMinds (youngminds.org.uk) Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

TUFFIN Ann Evelyn

Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on 12th February 2022 aged 83 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will be held on 10th March 2022 at Hereford Crematorium at 12.15pm Family flowers only but donations in memory of Ann are for St Michael’s Hospice Any enquiries to Dawe Brothers tel 01432 274 066

UNDERHILL Peter James

In Loving Memory Of Sunnyglen, Cusop, Hay-on-Wye. Died peacefully on Tuesday 22nd February 2022 at Bronllys Hospital aged 92 years. Loving husband to the late Eileen. Dear father to Jane and Ann, Father-in-law to Gethin and Andrew and Grandfather to Oliver and Thomas. Funeral service to be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 11th March at 2:15pm Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Bronllys Hospital League of Friends. c/o CC James Funeral Directors, Hengardd, Pontithel, Brecon, LD3 0SA www.CCJames.co.uk

WHEALE Richard George

Peacefully passed away on Friday 25th February 2022 aged 91 years at his daughters home. Sadly missed by all his family and all who knew him. The Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday 16th March at St Lawrence Church, Canon Pyon at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only, donations if desired are to benefit Diabetic Association. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors, Telephone: 01432 273736