Hereford Times death notices, published August 4

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BAKER Ray

Of Whittern Way. Peacefully passed away at home on July 28th 2022, aged 81 years.

Devoted Husband to Gill, Much loved Dad to Andrew and a good friend to many.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 19th August at 12.15pm. Family flowers only, however donations for St Michael’s Hospice may be sent to Bayley Brothers, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465

BISHOP Norman (Bish)

Aged 70, formerly of Hereford, more recently of Lochboisdale South Uist, passed away suddenly on 21st July 2022.

He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.

Service of celebration to take place at 11.15am on Friday 12th August 2022 at Hereford Crematorium. No black. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu welcome to the Air Ambulance Service and can be sent to Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH.

CHILLINGTON Raymond Maxwell

Sadly passed away on 20th July 2022 aged 83 years.

Former voluntary ambulance driver between 1993-2010. Served in the RAF for 34 years. Local Cricket Umpire for over 25 years.

Loving Husband of the late Reverend Barbara Chillington. Beloved Father of Wendy, Mark and Paul.

Funeral service will be held at St Peter’s Church, Peterchurch, on Wednesday 10th August 2022 at 3:30pm. Colourful attire is kindly requested to be worn. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Peter’s Church, Peterchurch. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

DAVIES Robert Arthur (Bob)

Formerly from Steensbridge / Stoke Prior. Sadly passed away at Waverley House on 15th July 2022, aged 80 years.

Will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.

The Funeral Service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 15th August at 10.15am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for Midlands Air Ambulance. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225

DOODY Bob

Died peacefully on July 29th 2022 aged 85 years. Bob’s family will hold a private service to celebrate his life. Any donations please send directly to Hereford Hospice

EDWORTHY Richard Kenneth (Ken)

Passed away peacefully 21st July 2022 aged 93 years. Beloved husband of Pat, dad to Julie and Ian.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 12th August 2022 at 1.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice, Hereford. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

EVANS Raymond Albert (Ray)

Of Kington Formerly of R. A. Evans Metalwork Passed away at Kington Court on 25th July 2022 aged 91 years Loving partner to Beryl, Father of Andrew and a much loved Grandfather.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 16th August 2022 at 11:15am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired will be given to Gurkha Welfare Trust. For further information please contact A.W.Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

FYSHE Alexander (Chips)

Peacefully at home after a short illness on 27th July.

Funeral at St Michael’s, Sollershope, Herefordshire at noon on Thursday 18th August. No flowers please. Donations to St Michael’s Hospice via William Bevan Funeral Directors, 16 Old Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5JG

JONES Pearl May

Wife of The Late Kenneth. Much loved Mum to David and Robert. Much loved Nanny of 9 and Great Grandmother of 6. Will be missed by all who knew her.

The Funeral Service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 9th August at 1.15pm, followed by Burial. Flowers are more than welcome Donations if desired are to benefit The Midland Air Ambulance Service. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors, Telephone; 01432 273736

LEWIS Donovan Charles

Of Leominster, formerly of Bishops Frome. Sadly passed away, suddenly but peacefully on July 25th 2022, aged 57 years.

Devoted Son of Philip and Angela, much loved Brother of Melvyn, adored and loving Uncle to Milly. Family flowers only please.

Donations, if desired will be shared between ECHO and the ITU at Hereford County Hospital (if supporting the ITU, please make cheques payable to Wye Valley NHS Trust). Colourful clothing to be worn with a hint of red, Donovan’s favourite colour.

For finalised funeral arrangements, please contact Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

LEWIS Robin Nigel

Sadly passed away on 25th July 2022 aged 70 years. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral service will be held at St Martin’s Church, Hereford, on Friday 19th August 2022 at 1:30pm followed by burial at Hereford Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Neuroblastoma UK and St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

PEARCE Ian Kevin

Passed away on 17th July 2022 aged 71 years. Loving Husband of Helen, Devoted father to Cassie, Grandad of Lucas and Bobbie, brother of Pat and Clive.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on 10th August 2022 at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please however donations if desired for St Michael’s Hospice, may be sent to Bayley Brothers, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465.

PHILP Aileen Margaret

Of Malvern, formerly of Fromes Hill. Passed away peacefully, at home, on July 26th 2022, aged 68 years.

A much loved Mum and Nanny who will be very sadly missed.

The funeral service will take place at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Bishops Frome on Tuesday, August 9th at 2.00pm, followed by interment in the churchyard. Flowers, or donations, if desired for the Midlands Air Ambulance may be sent to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

ROEBUCK Elsie

Peacefully passed away at Hereford Hospital on July 21st 2022, aged 96 years. Much loved Mum, Grandma and Great Grandma, she will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday 16th August at 13.15pm, followed by burial in Cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Michael’s Hospice may be sent to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 272465.

TARBOX Trevor Joseph

Formerly from Peterchurch. Very sadly passed away on 23 July 2022, age 75 years.

A much loved and irreplaceable husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to so many.

Donations to Friends of Bristol Haematology & Oncology Centre can be made via Memory Giving and/or please plant a tree in Trevor’s memory. Our sincere thanks to the NHS. Any enquiries can be made to R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors. Tel: 01208 812626

VIRGO Carole Anne (Nee Lewis, formerly Goode)

Passed away peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice, surrounded by family, on 22nd July 2022, aged 69 years. Beloved wife of John, adored Mum of Nikki and Ali and much loved Stepmum, Nanny, Nonna, Sister, Aunty and Friend.

She brought love and laughter wherever she went and leaves a void that will never be filled.

The Funeral Service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday, 18th August at 2.15pm. All are welcome to wear something blue in Carole’s memory. Family flowers only. Donations if desired are to benefit St Michael’s Hospice and British Liver Trust. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors, Telephone; 01432 273736

WALKER Ann (Elizabeth)

Sadly passed away on 22nd July 2022 aged 80 years. Much loved and dearest wife of Richard, much loved Mum of Ashley and Marcus, Grandmother to Olivia, Ella, Connor, Jess, Chloe and Daniel.

Will be missed by all her family and friends.

The Funeral Service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 15th August at 1.15, and afterwards at Hereford Welsh Club. Family flowers only. Donations if desired are to benefit Cancer Research and Alzheimer’s Research. Please wear something bright, black ties not necessary. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors, Telephone: 01432 273736.

WATKINS Raymond John

Of Leominster Loving husband of Barbara, father of Ian and Jane. Sadly passed away on Friday 22nd July 2022, aged 87 years.

A service to celebrate Ray’s life will take place at the Priory Church, Leominster at 1pm on Tuesday 9th August 2022 (prior to private cremation). Family flowers only, please. Funeral arrangements by Oak Tree Funeral Services. Tel. 01568 250030.

WHITTAL-WILLIAMS Josephine (Josie) (Née Yeomans)

1944 - 2022 Passed away peacefully on 19th July 2022 at The Grange University Hospital following a short illness. Devoted wife of Bernard, loving mother of Louise, Tom and Rachael, loving mother-in-law to Kevin and Clare, much loved Granny and Great Granny.

Service of remembrance to be held at Langstone Vale Crematorium, NP18 2BP on Tuesday, 16th August 2022 at 2.30pm, followed by afternoon tea at Flanesford Priory, HR9 6HZ. Brightly coloured ties for men and bright colours for ladies please. Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu will be shared equally between St Michael’s Hospice, Bartestree HR1 4HA and Cancer Research UK. Grateful thanks to Old Station Surgery and The Grange University Hospital for their care and support during Josie’s short illness. Enquiries to Ted Williams & Sons.

ROWLATT Lucy Ann

Lucy’s family were overwhelmed to receive so many comforting messages of love and support during this very sad time and wish to thank everyone for your generous donations of £460.00 for St. Richard’s Hospice.

For anyone who could not attend Lucy’s Service or watch live, it may still be viewed online at: https://watch.obitus.com (Username:xozu4772 Password:722916) for a limited period only.

THOMAS Geoff

Thanks to everyone who supported with Geoff’s care, especially The Dr’s and District Nursing Teams from HMG, the MacMillan Nurse, Hospice at home nurses, Marie Curie Teams and Day Lewis pharmacy.

Special thanks to family and friends, Also to Reverend Steven Lee for the wonderful “Service of Celebration.” Finally thanks to Emma, of Emma Bouston funerals, who organised Geoff’s final journey with such kindness and care.

WEAVER Garry (Gaz)

His Mother Celia would like to say a big thank you to everyone that attended his Funeral. Garry will be sadly missed by all.

DUGGAN Dulcie

2nd August 2021. In loving memory of a wife, mum, nanny and great nan. Love always, Dill and Family.

POWELL Ken

02.08.2021 Our dear brother Thinking of you Ken, 12 months since you closed your eyes, You went too soon. Much love Marie and Dave, Olive, Mick and Rose Always in our hearts.

TAYLOR Bill EDWARDS

Ken and Colin Treasured memories of my dear Husband Bill who died August 9th, 2004, also of my two Brothers Ken and Colin who passed away in 2014 and 2015.

Loved and remembered always from Eileen and Family.

TOMKINS Neil

August 2nd, 2003. Remembering you today, tomorrow and always.

Your loving Mum, Susan, Lee, Kirsty and Penny.

WALSH Doris

August 7th, 2014 Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Loved and missed, still very dear. Love Eddie and Karl. xx

YAPP Marcia

A year without you Mum. Our hearts still ache with sadness, And many tears still flow. What it meant to lose you No-one else will ever know.

We hold you close within our hearts And there you will remain. To walk with us, throughout our lives, Until we meet again. Love you always Sharon & Mandy xx