Hereford Times death notices published Thursday, January 25

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ARNOLD Noel

Formerly of E.N & E Arnold Funeral Directors. Peacefully passed away, surrounded by his family on Tuesday 9th January 2024, aged 90 years. Beloved husband of Tooty. Loving father of Philip, Christine and Jennifer, and a much-loved grandfather and great-grandfather.

A service of thanksgiving to celebrate Noel’s life will be held at St Mary’s Church, Tyberton on Saturday 3rd February 2024 at 2:00pm. No black necessary. Family flowers only. Donations given in Noel’s memory will be shared between Preston-on-Wye Village Hall and Tyberton Church (please make cheques payable to Vicar & Church Wardens of Tyberton) which may be sent c/o Cherished Funerals, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675.

BASHAM James (Jim)

Of Ludlow, formerly of Richards Castle. passed away peacefully 12th January 2024, aged 87 years old. Loved and dearly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium, on Thursday 1st February 2.15pm. Family flowers only please. Kind donations received in Jim’s memory will be given to the RNLI. All enquiries please to Victoria Allen Funeral Services, 8 Charlton Rise, Ludlow, SY8 1ND, 01584 879035.

BELL Neil

Sadly passed away on 4th January 2024 aged 79 years. Beloved husband of Tina. Much-loved father of Louise and Neil James, brother of Tim. Loving grandfather to Michael, Joel, Zoe and Bethany.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 29th January 2024 at 2:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Parkinsons UK. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

BEVERIDGE Theresa

Of Hereford. Sadly, passed away at Coldwells House, Holmer, on 13th January 2024, aged 87 years. Beloved wife to Robert (Bob), loving mum to Jeff and Mike. Nan to Matthew, Andrew, and Joshua, and great-grandma to Deia.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 5th February 2024 at 11.15am. Family flowers only, please. Donations please to Midlands Air Ambulance.

BEW Jonathan Malcolm

Sadly passed away suddenly in the early hours of the 8th January 2024, aged 58 years. He is deeply missed by his entire family.

The funeral service will be held Thursday 1st February 2024 10:15am at Hereford Crematorium, all that knew Jon are welcome. The dress will be in black. Family flowers only. Donations to the RNLI. For all enquiries please contact Bayley Brothers Tel: 01432 272465. The family would like to thank paramedics for all of their efforts.

BOWRING (John) Denys

Passed away in peace at Brockington House Nursing Home, Hereford, on Saturday 6th January, at the age of 91. Denys was Pearl’s devoted husband of 67 years and the much-loved father of the late John and of David and Elizabeth. Also a father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad, Denys will be very sadly missed.

The funeral service will take place at 1pm on Friday 9th February at St George’s Church, Woolhope followed by a private committal at Hereford Crematorium. The wake, following the service at St George’s, will be at the Bay Horse Inn, Hereford. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, will be taken for St Michael’s Hospice, St George’s Church and Hereford Cathedral Perpetual Trust. Denys confirmed that black, funereal attire is not a requirement and that his life should be celebrated. Enquiries to Bayley Brothers, Funeral Directors please, Tel: 01432 598992

BRACE Colin

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Colin Brace who passed away on the 13th of January 2024 at St Michaels Hospice, Hereford.

Colin’s funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday the 29th of January at 9.30am. Friends and family are very much welcome to attend both the funeral and the wake at the Hereford Rowing Club afterwards. Family flowers only and donations are being made to The Little Princess Trust and Macmillan Cancer Care via Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors.Tel 01432 817607

BRADLEY Beatrice Nadine (nee Neville)

Of Presteigne. Passed away on 28th December 2023 at Hereford County Hospital. Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be sadly missed.

A service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 9th February 2024 at 11:15am. This will be followed by a service of thanksgiving at St Andrew’s Church Presteigne at 2:00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, will be split between Presteigne Surgery and St Andrew’s Church. For further information, please contact A.W. Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

BUFTON Madeline Carol

Passed away peacefully at Hampton Grange Nursing Home on Friday 29th December 2023 aged 78 years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 31st January 2024 at Hereford Crematorium at 10.15. There will be a memorial service at Docklow Church after, followed by light refreshments at the Kings Head in Docklow. All enquires to R.W. Mann & Son Funeral Directors, Tel:- 01568 612358

CLARKE Violet Doreen

Passed away peacefully on 7th January 2024, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Derek, a much-loved aunt and great-aunt. She will be sadly missed by all.

The funeral will take place at the Baptist Church, Commercial Road, Hereford, on Thursday 1st February at 12.45pm, followed by a burial at St Paul’s churchyard. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

CUMMINS Jeremy Seaton (Jerry)

Of Whitbourne. Passed away peacefully at home, on 14th January 2024, aged 85 years. Husband of the late Wendy. Dad to Caroline and Robert, grandpa to Rebecca, Daniel, Kenny and Maisie. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

The funeral service will take place at St John the Baptist Church, Whitbourne on Friday 26th January at 11.30am. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired for St John the Baptist Church and Parkinson’s UK. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900)

ELLISS Pamela Jean

Sadly passed away at Hereford County Hospital on Saturday 30th December 2023 aged 77 Years. A much-loved wife of Norm and beloved mother to Rob, also a much-loved aunt to Stephen, Jaqueline and Theresa. Pam will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 at 2.15 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for St Michaels Hospice may be left at the funeral service, or sent to Shayne Hogg Independent Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

EVANS Hilda Margaret (née Teague)

Passed away peacefully at Whitegates Care Home on 9th January 2024 aged 93 years. Formerly of 48 Bannut Tree, Bromyard. Wife of the late Jim Evans, mum to Zoe, mother-in-law to Andrew and grandma to Daniel and Emily. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 9th February at 1.15pm. Black dress optional. Family flowers only please and donations if desired to Bromyard Christmas Lights. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

FISH James Eric

Sadly passed away on the 7th January 2024 aged 96 years. Loving husband of the late Rhoda. Much-loved father of John, Peter, Tony and the late Joanne and beloved grandfather and great-grandfather.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday the 31st January 2024 at 2:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

FISHER Doris Irene

Passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on 4th January 2024, aged 98 years. Beloved wife of the late Leslie Fisher. Loving mother to Suzanne, John and the late David. Much-loved nan to Jane and Nicholas, step nan to Kevin and Derek and great-grandmother to Emily, Natalie, Matt and Ollie.

The funeral service will take place at St John’s Church, Pencombe on Saturday 27th January at 12noon, followed by interment at Pencombe Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for St Michael’s Hospice at Home. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900)

GOODWIN Colin

Of Hindwell, formerly of Upcott. Passed away on 28th December 2023 aged 86 years. Much-loved husband of Anne. Loving dad of John and Emma. Adored grandad to George. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Memorial service will take place at Old Radnor Church on Saturday 3rd February 2024 at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to, RABI and Wales Air Ambulance For further information please contact A.W. Hughes & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

GWATKIN Bridget

Of Evenjobb Court. Passed away on 9th January 2024 aged 86 years. Wife of the late John, much-loved mother and grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at Evancoyd Church on Thursday 1st February 2024 at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to, Evenjobb Village Hall and Evancoyd Church. For further information, please contact A.W. Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

HILL Daphne Ann

Passed away peacefully on the 28th of December 2023. Beloved wife of the late ‘Tony’. Loving mother, sister and grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 2nd February 2024 at 2.15 pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired will be given to The Midlands Air Ambulance service. For further information please contact Oak Tree Funeral Services Independent Family Funeral Directors Leominster: 01568 250030 Eardisley/Kington: 01544 327829.

JONES Nigel Paul

Born in Burghill, Hereford. Passed away on 23rd December 2023, aged 73 years at the County Hospital, Hereford.

A private family service will be held. He will be so sadly missed by all who loved him. For further information please contact A.W. Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778.

LLEWELLYN Robyn

Sadly passed away peacefully at home, on 3rd January 2024, aged 72. Much-loved husband of Maureen, father and grandfather. Robyn will be missed by all.

A private family committal service will take place on Monday 29th January 2024, followed by a service of thanksgivings at 14:00 at St Cadoc’s Church, Llangattock Lingoed, Abergavenny, NP7 8RR, where everyone one will be most welcome. Family flowers only, please, donations if desired will be given to St David’s Hospice and Asthma and Lung UK charities. Further enquiries to Ted Williams & Sons. Abergavenny

LLOYD Jean Beatrix (Elsey)

Of Birch Meadow, Clehonger. Peacefully passed away at home on 29th December 2023, aged 85. Beloved wife of the late Eric Lloyd. Much-loved mum to Paul, Jane and Samantha. Loving nanny to Jamie, Jake, Ellie, Hugo and Martha. Always a warm heart and a kind smile.

Funeral will take place at All Saints Church, Clehonger on Monday 29th January 2024 at 12.00pm. Family flowers only, however donations if desired for Different Strokes. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. Tel: 01432 272465.

LOWE Jean

Of Dilwyn. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 10th January 2024 aged 91 years. Loving wife of Brian and mother of Anna.

Funeral service will take place at the church of St Mary, Dilwyn at 12noon on Friday 26th January 2024. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Mary’s Church Dilwyn and St Mary’s Church of England School, Dilwyn. All enquiries to Oak Tree Funeral Services Independent Family Funeral Directors Leominster: 01568 250030 Eardisley: 01544 327829

MARTIN Derrick Anthony

Passed away peacefully on 7th January, 2024 aged 94 years with his wife and daughters by his side. Devoted husband of Eileen (Lea) beloved father of Sharron and Lindsey and son-in-laws Malcolm and Michael, also grandsons Sam and Ben and partners Jo and Kay and his six great-grandchildren. He will be so deeply missed by all his family.

Church burial service at Bockleton Church on Thursday 1st February, 2024 at 2 p.m. Flowers welcome or donations if desired to Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to A.H. Caldicott & Sons, Funeral Directors, 15 Market Street, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8BH. Tel. 01584 810281

MASON William Thomas (Bill) 

Of Wigmore, passed away peacefully at Kington Court, on 5th January, 2024 aged 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Vera, loving father to Brian and cherished grandad to Hannah.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 30th January, 2024 at 12.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations received in memory of Bill will be given to “We are Farming Minds” Enquiries to A.H. Caldicott & Sons, Funeral Directors, 15 Market Street, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8BH. Tel. 01584 810281

MORGAN Rosemary (Joy) 

It is with great sadness that Gareth, Sarah, and David announce the loss of their mother Rosemary ‘Joy’ Morgan, who passed away on January 4th.

Her funeral is to be held at Eardisley Church at 12.00 on Friday 2nd of February. The service followed by the wake at The New Strand pub, Eardisley. Donations to Woodland Trust/Prospect Hospice in Swindon or flowers if you prefer.

MORGAN Roy

Died peacefully at Holmer Court Residential Home on Saturday 6th January 2024 aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Julie, much-loved father of James. Will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 29th January 2024 at 11.15 am, family flowers only please. Donations if desired for Parkinsons UK for may be left at the funeral service, or sent to Shayne Hogg Independent Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

MORRISON Malcolm Bruce (Brucie) 

Formerly of Eardisley, passed away at Cottage Hospice North Vancouver on Friday 19th January 2024 aged 73 years. After the sad passing of his wife Barbara and younger daughter Amy in 2020, he was supported by Emma and Jonathan his other children. Fly high, Brucie.

PERKS Gail Louise

Much-loved daughter of Ian and Lorraine Fraser. Loving wife of Richard. Gail sadly passed away on 31st December with her family at her side. She will be so missed by her relatives and her many friends and colleagues.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 8th February at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations to a Charity of your choice. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors Telephone: 01432 273736.

PERRY Vera Evelyn

Formerly of Bredenbury and Bromyard. Wife of the late Roy, mother to Martin and Sarah and a beloved grandmother to Amy, Bill, Ben, Sam and Flora. Passed away peacefully at West Eaton Care Home on January 12th 2024, aged 97 years.

Fondly remembered by many for her vocation as a teacher at Bredenbury Primary School, the family wish to invite all friends and former pupils to a memorial service that will take place at Bredenbury Parish Church on Friday January 26th at 12 o’clock.

POWELL Mary Ida

Of Neuadd Farm. Passed away peacefully at Neville Hall Hospital on Wednesday 17th January, aged 95 years. Beloved widow of Llewellyn, and much-loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother of a family by whom she will be sadly missed.

Funeral arrangements to be made by Griffiths AV & Son, Delfan, Felin-fach, Brecon Tel 01874 623477.

PROBERT Norma

Passed away peacefully on 9th January 2024, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth, a much-loved mother of Steve, Mark and Sue. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 9th February 2024 at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Alzheimer’s Society. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

REES Gillian Ann

Peacefully passed away at Hereford Hospital on 30th December 2023, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Nattie. Cherished mum to Darren, Cally and Tracey and a much-loved nan.

Funeral service will take place at Holy Trinity Church on Wednesday 31st January 2024 at 1pm followed by burial in Hereford Cemetery. Flowers welcome however donations for Alzheimer’s Society will be collected at the service. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465

RIDGWAY John Anthony

Passed away peacefully aged 86 years. Loving husband of Margaret. Much-loved dad to Philip. Beloved grandad, uncle, and cousin. Loved by all his family.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 7th February 2024 at 11:15am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

RILEY Margaret Elizabeth

Passed away peacefully on 18th December 2023, aged 88 years.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 25th January 2024 at 2:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired, will go to Sight Savers. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH

STEWART Dawn Elizabeth (nee Kinsey)

Of Much Dewchurch. Sadly passed away on 12th January 2024 at Hereford County Hospital after a short illness. Loving wife to Wilf, amazing mum to Andrew, Clare and Nick, cherished sister to Aston, Duncan and Richard, dearly loved nan to Katie, Josh, Max, Cyprus, Robert and Tristyn and great-nan to Joseph and Alba. Dawn will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 1st February 2024 at 3.15pm. This will be a celebration of her life. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, will be shared between Dawn’s favourite charities: Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and St Michael’s Hospice. There will be a donation box at the funeral service or may be sent c/o Cherished Funerals, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675.

THOMAS Leonard Wilfred George (Len)

Of Hereford, previously of Leominster. Passed away peacefully on 15th January 2024, aged 77 years. Loving husband of the late Maureen. Father to Barbara, Andrew and Mark and grandfather to Abigail and Naomi.

A memorial service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 8th February at 3.15pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to be divided between the British Heart Foundation and Midlands Air Ambulance. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225

WALKER Daphne Nell (nee Beaumont)

Of Leominster. Sadly passed away at Hereford County Hospital on 21st December 2023, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Tony. Loving mum of Nicola, Anthea and Christopher. Nanny to Ross, Rebecca, Zoe, Beatrix and Edgar, and great-grandmother to Jayden, Jesse, Joel, Maddie and Otis.

The funeral service will take place at St Mary the Virgin Church, Hope Under Dinmore on Tuesday 30th January at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Michael’s Hospice and MS Society, All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225

WYLOR-OWEN Thomas Maldwyn

Of Kingsthorne. Passed away suddenly at Hereford Hospital on Sunday 31st December 2023 aged 92 years. Beloved husband of Jean, loving father of Richard, Elizabeth and Ginny, and a cherished grandfather and great-grandfather, he will be greatly missed.

The memorial service will take place at Much Birch Church on Friday 26th January 2024 at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired for Much Birch Church may be left at the funeral service, or sent to Shayne Hogg Independent Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.