Hereford Times death notices, published Thursday, October 5

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BISHOP Thomas John (John) 

Of Court Farm, Hatfield. Passed away peacefully, at home, on Tuesday 26th September 2023, surrounded by his devoted children. John is reunited with his wife Sue, the love of his life. Devoted father to Jacqueline, Andrew, Joanne and Georgina. A special gramps to Harriet, Bethany, Annabel, Izzy, Heidi and Tommy. Dad will be truly missed beyond words.

Private cremation. Memorial Service at St. Leonard’s Church, Hatfield on Saturday, 21st October at 1pm. Donations in memory of John are invited for the National Society for the Deaf. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

The family wish to extend their sincere thanks and gratitude to Kim Lewis, Dr. Fisher - GP Ryelands Surgery, Lugg Ward at Hereford County Hospital, Westfield Walk Pharmacy, Occupational Therapist Community Home Team, District Nurses, Marches Home Care, St. Michael’s Hospice at Home Team and NRS Healthcare. A private donation has been sent to the above for the help and support over the last couple of months enabling us to carry out our dear dad’s wish to stay in his beloved home.

BRIDGEWATER Milwyn

Of Kington. Passed away peacefully on 20th September 2023, aged 71 years surrounded by his loving family. Cherished husband to Delia, proud dad of Matt, Russ and Lyndon. Much-loved father-in-law of Lynsey and Lizzie. Adored grandad of Jonny, Katy, Harry and baby Jack, and finally a loved brother to his 7 siblings 

Funeral Service will take place at St Mary’s Church, Kington on Friday 13th October 2023 at 1pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to Salvation Army. For further information please contact A.W. Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

COLLEY Paul Quentin

From Whitbourne. Passed away peacefully on Monday 25th September 2023, aged 78 years. Devoted husband to Heather. Dearly loved father to Mark, Nikki, and Paul. A much-loved grandfather to James, Matthew and Mya.

Funeral service to take place at St John the Baptist Church, Whitbourne on Thursday 19th October 2023 at 1pm, followed by a committal service at Hereford Crematorium at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired, will be gratefully received for Parkinson’s UK. To handle the donations to Parkinson’s UK we have set up a Tribute Fund at http://quentincolley.muchloved.com

EDWARDS Douglas (Dougie)

Passed away peacefully on 18th September 2023, aged 75. Much-loved husband of Lorna, dad to Rob and Greg, and brother of Mike.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 20th October 2023, at 2.15pm. Please feel free to wear something colourful. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Holmer Court Care Home. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

FARMER Sebastian Edward Robert

Aged 18 years. Adored son of Thomas and Sharon and greatly loved brother to Charlotte.

Funeral to be held at Hereford Crematorium, Thursday 12th of October at 1.15pm. Donations if desired to Little Heart Matters c/o Julian Tooley Funeral Home, Abergavenny. 01873855120.

GRIFFITHS Brian James

Of Tyberton. Sadly passed away at Hereford County Hospital on 17th September 2023, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of May. Loving father, grandad, great-grandad, brother and uncle. Brian will be missed by so many that knew him.

Brian’s funeral service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Tyberton on Saturday 21st October 2023 at 12 noon. Please feel free to wear something casual. Family flowers only, please. Donations given in Brian’s memory will be for Midlands Air Ambulance and may be sent c/o Cherished Funerals, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675.

JONES Professor Michael John

Mike was a loving father to Katherine Jones, devoted son of Lilian and Donald Basil Jones and fond friend to Christine Glossop (former wife). Mike is much loved and will always be remembered. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him - a caring friend and highly respected colleague with friendships across the world.

The funeral for Professor Mike Jones will be on Friday 6th October at 12pm at St Augustine’s Church, Penarth, CF64 1BJ. The burial will follow at the Natural Burial Ground, St. Nicholas, CF5 6SG, in honour of his love for nature. Do allow plenty of time, there is only street parking at the church. The burial site may be wet or muddy, so bring suitable footwear. We are accepting donations to honour his passion for the natural world and protecting biodiversity online at www.michaeljjones.muchloved.com All enquiries to Parkman Funeral Home, 19, Camms Corner, Dinas Powys CF64 4QY 02922 362101 www.parkmanfunerals.com

LEONARD Nesta Novello

Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on September 18th 2023, aged 90. An inspiration to all how knew her. Much-loved and greatly missed.

A funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on October 10th at 11.15am. Donations in aid of the Rescue Trust of the North West Golden Retriever Club. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers.

LEVISON Odette Jane

Sadly passed away 20th June aged 69. Cherished mother to Kimberly, Adam and Jamie, devoted nana and nan-nan to her grandchildren and great-grandchild. A beloved friend to so many. We all deeply love you and you will be desperately missed and will never be forgotten.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 12th October at 10.15am. Family flowers only but donations if desired SSAFA. All enquiries to Cathedral Funeral Services, 55 St. Owen Street, Hereford, HR1 2JQ. Tel: 01432 340777

PAYNE Anne Margaret (nee Godfrey)

Of Much Birch, Hereford, formerly of Wolverton, Stratford on Avon. Passed away at Hereford Wye Valley Hospital on Sunday 17th September, aged 72 years. Beloved wife of David, much-loved mother of Craig, mother-in-law of Lesley and treasured grandmother of Henry, who will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends.

PETHERS Sheila

Of Kington. Passed away peacefully on 30th August 2023 aged 83 years. Wife of the late David Frank Pethers, loving mum to Jackie, June, and Stuart. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 27th October 2023 at 12:15pm. Donations, if desired to, The Garth Nursing Home Kington. For further information please contact A.W. Hughes & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors. Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

POWELL Betty

Of Burrows Court, Hereford. Much loved and cherished mum, grandmother and great-grandmother. Passed away suddenly on 17th September aged 88 years. She will be greatly missed.

The funeral will take place on Thursday October 19th at Hereford Crematorium at 12.15pm.

POWELL Dorothy Rose (Rose) 

Of Presteigne Passed away peacefully on 24th September 2023 aged 84 years, wife of the late Les Powell. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at St Andrew’s Church Presteigne on Monday 23rd October 2023 at 11am followed by burial at Presteigne Cemetery. Donations, if desired to, St Michael’s Hospice and The Welsh Air Ambulance. For further information please contact A.W. Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

PRICE Lillian Edith

Peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice, Bartestree on 26th September 2023 aged 89. A wife to Fred and mother to Kevin, David and Neil, she will be sadly missed by all her family.

Service at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 19th October at 11.15am to celebrate her life. Please wear a touch of colour. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to St Michael’s Hospice directly or via Bayley Brothers.

RUMSEY Christine

Passed away peacefully at Wykenhurst Care Home on Monday 25th September aged 73 years. She will be greatly missed by her brother Stuart, niece Natalie, nephew Tony, great nephew Alfie and great niece Georgie.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 9th October at 1.15pm. Flowers are welcome and donations may be made to St Michael’s Hospice. All attendees to wear bright colours. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers 01432 272465

SMITH Anthony George (Tony)

Sadly passed away on Monday 25th September, aged 93. Much loved husband to Brenda. Loving dad, grandad and great-grandad.

A family-attended cremation will be held on Wednesday 11th October, followed by a gathering at The Bridge Hotel, Tenbury Wells at 11am. For family and friends to come together to celebrate the life of Tony and share happy memories. Any donations to go to the West Midlands Air Ambulance Service.

SYMONDS Monica Dorothy

Passed away peacefully, in her own home, on 22nd September 2023, aged 90 years. Beloved mum of Joy and Wendy. Much-loved nan to Megan, Ewan, Craig and Hannah and Great Nannie Symonds to little Nora.

Service to be held at Hereford Crematorium on Saturday 14th October at 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired will be shared between Aching Arms and 4Louis. Please wear bright colours. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

WADLEY Ivor James

Of Bronydd Passed away peacefully on Thursday 21st September 2023 aged 88 years. Ivor will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service is to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 10th October at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are being gratefully accepted for Macmillan Cancer Support c/o CC James Funeral Directors, Hengardd, Pontithel, Brecon, Powys, LD3 0SA. Tel: 01497 847410.