Death notices published in the Hereford Times, March 2

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ALLFREY Michael

Of Storridge. Died on 14th February 2023, aged 80 years. A loving husband to Valerie and father to Jane and Lucy.

Private, family cremation. A service of remembrance at St. John the Evangelist Church, Storridge will take place on Friday 10th March at 12 noon. All are welcome. No black, by request. Donations, if desired, for Storridge PCC or The Injured Jockeys Fund, may be sent to F. W. Spilsbury, Funeral Director, 12 Upper Howsell Road, Malvern WR14 1TL Tel: 01684 892777

ANDERSON Philip John

Passed away at home on 18th February 2023 aged 83 after a long struggle with cancer. Beloved husband of Jean, loving father of Mark and the late Sally and much loved Grandpa of Will. Special thanks to St Michael’s Hospice and ‘hospice at home’ and all carers from the Rose Gardens for their care and attention given to Philip during the last 6 months.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

ANDREWS Cecil James

Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on 17th February 2023, with his family by his side, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of Joan, loving father of Chris, Len, San, Phil and Pam. Much loved grandad and great-grandad.

Cecil’s funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 17th March 2023, at 12:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, given in Cecil’s memory will be for St Michael’s Hospice and may be sent c/o Cherished Funerals, independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675.

ARMITAGE Rosemary (Phyllis)

Rose sadly passed away on 17th Feb 2023 aged 99 years at Hereford County Hospital. Much loved Mum to Dorothy, Kathy, Sheelagh, Sharon, Shaun, mother-in-law to John, Colin and Gill, and a beloved Nan and Great-Gran.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 17th March at 8.45am. Family Flowers only, donations if desired to British Heart Foundation may be sent to Bayley Brothers, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR40HH. 01432 272465

BETTS Catherine Elizabeth “Liz” and Bryan Charles

Liz, beloved wife of Bryan, passed away peacefully on 1st February 2023 aged 92 years. Bryan, beloved husband of Liz, passed away peacefully on 26th February 2023 aged 96 years. Loving parents to Stephen, Jane, Duncan and the late Clare. Much loved grandparents of six and great grandparents to six, they will be sadly missed.

Private family service to take place on Monday 20th March at St Thomas church Weobley, followed by cremation at Hereford Crematorium at 12:15pm. All are welcome. Colourful attire preferred but not essential. No flowers by request, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers. 01432 274066

BOWKETT Geoffrey Tudor

Passed away peacefully on 27th January 2023 aged 69 years. A dearly loved husband of Yvonne, a much loved father of Ross, Elizabeth and her partner Gavin, and a very dear grandad to Elsie.

Funeral service to take place at Much Birch Church on Thursday 9th March at 12pm, followed by burial. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired to MacMillan Cancer Support. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

DAVIES Mary Patricia

It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs Mary Patricia Davies announces her passing after a long illness on February 16th, 2023, at the age of 99 years. Mary, who passed away peacefully at Brockhampton Nursing Home will be fondly remembered by her husband Brian of 76 years, Patricia, Ann, (daughters) Ian, Sam, Jack, Stuart and Rosie (grandchildren) and Ollie, Pippa, Poppy and Zoe (great-grandchildren) and friends. Mary, who was a sub-postmistress in Somerset and Bristol had retired to Hereford with Brian where they had lived in Tupsley for the last 34 years, sharing many happy years together.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium, Westfaling St. HR4 0JE, on Tuesday March 21st at 11.15 am and afterwards at Burghill Golf Club, Tillington Road Burghill, HR4 7RW. All are welcome to attend. Family flowers only, but any charitable donations to St Michael's Hospice would be warmly welcomed.

GUNDY Robert (Bob)

Who passed away on 6th February in Portsmouth, A loving father to Sarah, and grandad to Brooke and Harry. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

The funeral service will take place on Thursday 9th March 2023 at Hereford Crematorium at 4.15pm. Family flowers only, but donations if desired in memory of Bob are for Portsmouth Tortoise Rescue UK. Any enquires to Dawe Brothers Tel: 01432 274 066

HILL Margaret Kay Elizabeth (née Harding)

Of Bromyard. Passed away peacefully, at home, on February 20th 2023, aged 70 years. Loving wife of Colin, mother of Simon and Nanny Marg to Darren and Jason. Margaret will be sadly missed by all her Family and Friends.

The funeral service will take place at St. Peter’s Church, Bromyard on Wednesday, March 15th at 12.30pm, followed by cremation at Hereford Crematorium at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie may be sent to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard, HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

JAMES Joyce

Passed away peacefully at Newstead House aged 91 years. A much-loved mum to Sandra and Andrew.

The funeral service will be held on Wednesday 8th March at Hereford Crematorium at 10.15 am. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. 01432 272465

JENKINS Ron

A former apprentice trainer of HGTA and Wiggins Passed away peacefully at home on 12th February 2023 aged 93 years. A much-loved husband, dad, grandad and great-grandad.

The funeral service will be held on Monday 13th March 2023 at Hereford Crematorium at 9.30. Family flowers only, donations if desired for St Michaels Hospice may be sent to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street Hereford HR40HH 01432 272465

JONES Patricia Victoria

Sadly passed away unexpectedly on 6th February 2023 aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late David. Much loved cousin to Yvonne. Remembered fondly by Geoff, Gareth, Tori and George. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

The funeral service will be held at St Martin’s Church, Hereford, on Monday 20th March 2023 at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

LOWDEN Patricia Winifred ‘Patsy’ (née Symonds)

Of Stanford Bishop. Passed away peacefully, on February 22nd 2023, aged 84 years. Devoted wife of Francis, proud mother of Suzanne and Alison, a wonderful nana to Mark, Sarah and Oliver and great-nana to Ruby.

The funeral service will take place at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Bishops Frome on Saturday, March 11th at 2pm, followed by private interment at St. James’ Church, Stanford Bishop. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, will be shared between St. James’ Church and St. Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

POTTS John

Died peacefully in Kings Mill Hospital on 1st February 2023, has gone to join his beloved wife Thelma, an adored dad and grandad.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 8th March at 1:15 pm, all friends welcome to the chapel tea rooms after - please let E. Gill and Sons know. Please wear something blue. No flowers please, if desired donations are for Beaumond House Hospice Care. Any enquiries to E. Gill and Sons Ltd, 55 Albert Street, Newark, NG24 4BQ. Tel. 01636 677461.

PRICE Sylvia Mary

Passed away peacefully on 2nd February 2023 aged 83 years. Loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 7th March at 11.15am. Family flowers only, donations are invited for McMillan and can be sent to Abbotsfield Funeral Directors, 01432356445

PUGH Stanley Thomas Sadly passed away on 19th February 2023 aged 88 years. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 13th March 2023 at 1:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Credenhill Court Rest Home. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

SHARP Melanie (Mel) (née Cotterell)

Passed away suddenly with her family by her side on February 11th 2023 aged 53. Much loved daughter to Terry and Jackie, Sister to Lou, brother-in- law to Steve and niece Ruby.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 9th March at 3.15pm. Wear something green if you have it. Family flowers only however donations if desired for St. Michaels Hospice may be sent to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street Tel: 01432 272465

SHAYLE Pat

Farmer. Formerly of Ryton Passed away peacefully on 17th February at Bricklehampton Nursing Home aged 85 years.

Funeral Service and interment at St Bartholomew’s Church, Redmarley on Friday 10th March at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations for Parkinson’s UK and Dementia UK may be sent care of Smiths Funeral Services, Furnace Lane, Newent GL18 1DD.

SHEEN Adele Jane

Passed away on Thursday 16th February 2023 with her family by her side. Adele, of Doleycanney, Newchurch, wife of the late Nigel Sheen, much loved mum to Christine and James, dearly loved sister to Lynne and Liz and a cherished aunt.

Funeral service 2.00pm on Thursday 16th March at St Michael’s Church, Bryngwyn, Rhosgoch. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired for ‘Guide Dogs for the Blind’ or ‘Bryngwyn Church’ c/o A V Griffiths & Son, Indep Funeral Directors, Delfan, Felinfach, Brecon LD3 0UD. Tel: 01874 623477 / 624222 / 07527759945

SMITH Susan Patricia Eileen ‘Sue’

It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Sue, on 9th February 2023 aged 69 years. A much-loved wife of Glyn, a very dear mum to Ashley, a big sister to Dawn and brothers Phillip and Paul (deceased). A dear Nanny to Phoebe and Mollie, mother-in-law to Lucie and step mum to Nicola and Marc. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A celebration of Sue’s life will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 15th March at 10.15am, the family have requested no dark colours. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Following the service the family welcome you to join them at The Bay Horse, Kings Acre Rd, Hereford. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

STOKES Ann Georgina

Park Road, Kington peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice on 20th February 2023 aged 78 years. Much loved wife of Andrew. Devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Funeral service at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 13th March at 10.15am. Family Flowers only please. Donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice If you are unable to be at the service the family would welcome you to join them to celebrate Ann’s life with stories and laughter at The Burton Hotel Kington from 11.30 onwards. Enquiries to Geoff Hall Funerals, Knighton 01547528554

WALKE Jean

Passed away peacefully at home on 1st February 2023 aged 91 years. A Much loved wife of the late Karl, also a loving mum to Brenda and Stephen and nan to Paul.

The funeral service will be held at St. Andrews Church Dinedor on Friday 17th March 2023 at 12 noon followed by interment. Family flowers only, all enquiries to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street Hereford HR40HH 01432 272465

WILKINS John Frederick Charles

Sadly passed away on 21st February 2023 aged 85 years. Loving husband of Rosemary. Much loved father of Samantha, Vanessa, and grandfather of Daniel, Rory, Madeleine, Elliot, Eva and Jacob.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 14th March 2023 at 3:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Guide Dogs. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

WILLIAMS Rhoda Jocelyn (Joce)

Llanfair Waterdine. Passed away on 20th February 2023. Former teacher at Chapel Lawn School. Loving wife of Jim. Much loved mum of Sally, Simon and Kate and mother in law. Adored grandma and great grandma of Tom, Lucy, Jo, Hannah, Will, Jess, Rosie and Harry and dear sister to Bren.

The funeral service will take place at St Mary’s Church, Llanfair Waterdine on Wednesday 15th March at 2.00pm. Donations if desired to St Mary’s Church Llanfair Waterdine, St Mary’s Church Chapel Lawn and Cancer Research. Enquiries Geoff Hall Funerals, Knighton 01547528554

WILLIAMS Roger Graham Davies

Of Kentchurch. Passed away at home on 19th February 2023, aged 93 years. Beloved husband of Judith, a much-loved father to Christine, Russell and the late Phillip. Proud grandad and great-grandad.

Roger’s funeral service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Kentchurch on Thursday 16th March 2023 at 12 noon, followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, given in Roger’s memory will be shared between Dore Community Transport and We Are Farming Minds and may be sent c/o to Cherished Funerals, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675

WILSON Stewart Graham

It is with much sadness we announce the sudden passing of Stewart on 21st February aged 74 years. A much-loved husband of Mary, and a very dear father to James, Sara and John. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 22nd March at 12.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to RNLI, Wales Air Ambulance and the Northern Newfoundland Club. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066