Hereford Times death notices published Thursday, February 15

BUSBY Iris May Lillian

Passed away on 31st January 2024 aged 94 years.

The funeral will take place at St Peter’s Church, Dormington on Tuesday 20th February 2024 at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired, will go to Battersea Dogs Home. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH 01432 272465

CAIGER Mary Lawson (née Mort)

Died peacefully on 9th February 2024, aged 87 years. Married to the late Lt Col John Jeffrey Caiger. Beloved mother to Jonathan, James and Charles, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Mary’s funeral service will take place at the Church of St Peter and St Paul, Stoke Lacy on Friday 8th March at 12 noon. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

DAVIES Joyce

Sadly passed away on 11th February 2024 aged 85 years. Beloved wife of Brian. Much-loved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 6th March 2024 at 2:15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Alzheimer’s Research UK. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

EDWARDS Henry

Of Brook House Farm, Grosmont. Sadly passed away at Monnow Vale Hospital, Monmouth on 2nd February 2024, aged 98 years. Beloved husband of the late Ivy. Loving father of Geoff and Elaine and son-in-law to Tyrone. Much-loved grandad to Jamie, Mark, Michelle, Melissa and Ryan and great-grandad to Theo, Noah and Saffia.

Henry’s funeral service will be held at St Bridget’s Church, Skenfrith on Saturday 24th February 2024 at 12 noon, followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only, please. Donations given in Henry’s memory will be for Dementia UK and St Bridget’s Church which may be sent c/o Cherished Funerals, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675.

EVANS-BEVAN Lady Jennifer

Died peacefully on 30th January 2024. Mother to David, Richard, Rhydian and Huw, grandmother to Alice, Patrick, Robert, Magnus, Eira and Frida. She will be dearly missed.

Funeral service is to take place at St Matthew’s Church, Llandefalle on Wednesday 21st February at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are being gratefully accepted for Wales Air Ambulance and Stroke Association c/o CC James Funeral Directors, Hengardd, Pontithel, Brecon, LD3 0SA. Tel: 01497 847410

EVANS Grace Eleanor (nee Stenson)

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 28th January 2024, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Ronald, mother to Gillian, the late David and Stephen. Loving grandmother and great-grandmother who will be sadly missed by all.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium Chapel on Friday 23rd February 2024 at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired, will go to The County Air Ambulance. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH

EYES Rhona Margaret

Peacefully passed away on 24th January 2024 aged 94 years. Much-loved aunt of David and Mark.

The funeral service will be held at St Peter’s Church, Lugwardine on Thursday 22nd February at 12.30. Family flowers only. Donations if desired are to benefit St Peter’s Church All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors. Telephone : 01432 273736

GARRETT Peter

Of Bromyard. Passed away peacefully on February 12th 2024, aged 93 years. Beloved Husband of the late Jean. A much-loved dad, gran-gran and great-gran-gran who will be very sadly missed.

A service to celebrate his life will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday, February 26th at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Peter will be shared between Bromyard Christmas Lights and Bromyard Hospital League of Friends. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard, HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

JENKINS Paul

Passed away on 6th February 2024 at St Michael’s Hospice. Much-loved dad, grandad, brother, and friend to many.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 23rd February 2024 at 10.15am. Family flowers only, however donations for St Michael’s Hospice can be sent to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 272465

JONES Pearl Vivian

Formerly of Hillary Drive, Hereford. Passed away peacefully at Blaenmarlais Care Home, Narberth on 6th February 2024 aged 95. Dear mother to Gail and Beverley, widow of Edgar and loving grandmother and great-grandmother.

The funeral will take place at Narberth Crematorium on Friday 23rd February at 12.15. Funeral Directors E C Thomas and Sons, Narberth.

LAWRENCE Joan

Sadly passed away at Leominster Hospital on Friday 2nd February 2024 aged 90 years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 21st February 2024 at 10.15am. Donations, if desired, will go to Life Boats. There will be a donation box in the chapel. Enquires to R.W.Mann & Sons Funeral Directors Tel:- 01568 612358

MANNING Carl

Of Kington, formerly of Garway. Passed away peacefully at St Michaels Hospice on 30th January 2024 aged 54 years. Much-loved partner of Gail. Devoted stepdad to Ben, Harriet and his four grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at St Mary’s Church, Gladestry on Monday 19th February 2024 at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, will be given to St Michael's Hospice. For further information please contact A.W.Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

MARTIN Jean

Of Marden. Sadly passed away on 7th February 2024 aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late John. Much-loved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Funeral service will be held at St Mary the Virgin Church, Marden, on Wednesday 28th February 2024 at 11.00am. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, to the A&E Department at Hereford County Hospital. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

MATTHEWS Dorothy Mary (Mary)

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mary, who passed away on 31st January 2024 at the age of 79 years.

It was Mary’s wish not to have a funeral service. Mary’s family would like to thank all of the staff at The Rose Gardens retirement village, Chris the bereavement officer and staff on AMU Ward at Hereford County Hospital and all of Mary’s friends. For further enquiries please contact Golden Valley Funeral Services Independent Funeral Directors Tel: 01981 257203.

MAYERS William John (John)

Sadly died at Hereford Hospital on Monday 1st January 2024 aged 88. Much-loved husband of Audrey. Devoted father of Sian and Simon. Grandad (Grumpy) to Bethan, Abigail, Ryan, Liam and Harry.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 19th February 2024 at 12.15pm. Family flowers only but donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK. No black – please wear a splash of colour. All enquiries to Cathedral Funeral Services, 55 St. Owen Street, Hereford, HR1 2JQ. Tel: 01432 340777

POWELL Eric Ivor

Peacefully passed away on Friday 26th January 2024. Eric, aged 87 years, of The Hendre, near Monmouth, (formerly of Hoarwithy, Herefordshire). He will be sadly missed by brothers John, Fred and sister Violet.

Eric’s funeral will take place on Thursday 22nd February 2024. A service will be held at St Teilo’s Church, Llantilio Crossenny at 11:30am. Interment will follow within St Teilo’s Churchyard. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, will be gratefully received for The Welsh Air Ambulances Charity and are being received by Heritage Funeral Service, 82, Broad Street, Blaenavon, Torfaen. NP4 9NF For further information, please telephone (01495) 793144.

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 service at 1.00pm on Saturday 24th February at St Michael’s Church Llanfihangel-Talyllyn. Family flowers only please. Donations if wished to Cancer Research UK or St Michael’s Church c/o A V Griffiths & Son, Delfan, Felin-fach, Brecon Tel 01874 623477.

ROGERS Sandra Irene

It is with much sadness that Sandra’s family must announce her sudden passing on 23rd January 2024 aged 72 years. A much-loved and devoted wife of Philip, a dearly loved mum to Mandy, Anthony and Julie, a very much-loved nan of Ashley, Thomas, Katie, Gemma, Lucy, Dominic and Grace, and a much-loved friend to many. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 22nd February 2024 at 11.15am. Dress code, a touch of colour. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis (Farmers Lung). All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

SCHIAVON Dennis (Vince Santini)

We are sad to announce the death of musician and fundraiser Dennis Schiavon of Kingstone and formerly the Whitecross area, who died on the 30th of January 2024 at Hereford Hospital surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness. Loving husband of Tara, beloved brother to Ella and Mary, stepson to Brian, uncle to Joe, Stefania and Elizabeth, Ruairi and Milo, Woody, Arlo and Eden. Dennis will be sadly missed by all.

A service to celebrate Dennis’ life will be held on Friday 1st March 2024 at 2.30pm at St Francis Xavier Church, 19 Broad Street, Hereford. Family flowers only, donations can be made to Dennis’ chosen charity, Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis, at the Just Giving Page: bit.ly/Dennis_Schiavon_Just-Giving Vibrant colours, smart or stylish rocky clothing would be welcome to match Den’s love of performing. The family would be grateful if you could let them know if you would like to attend via tarajaneroche@yahoo.com Other enquiries to Golden Valley Funeral Services, Independent Funeral Directors, Wormbridge Court HR2 9DH. Tel: 01981 257203

SMITH David Clive

We are sad to announce the death of David Clive Smith of Ewyas Harold, who died on 30/1/24 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Pat, father to Annabel and Clive, father-in-law to Tim and Jo, grandad to Hannah, Jonathan, Josh and Jack, great grandad to Harry, Charlie, Lilah, August, Etta, Maisie and Ottilie. The family would like to extend their thanks to friends and family and for the excellent support and services received from the Golden Valley Practice, district nurses, St Michael’s Hospice and Marie Curie.

A service to celebrate David’s life will be held at 1.30pm on February 29 at St Michael's and All Angels Church, Ewyas Harold. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Michael's Hospice and Marie Curie. Vibrant colours welcome. All enquiries to Ted Williams and Son, Funeral Directors, 4 Northleigh, Park Road, Abergavenny, NP7 5TR, 01873 853942.

STEAD Trevor (Trev) (TE)

Peacefully at his home in Wigmore on Wednesday, February 7th 2024 aged 76 years. Much-loved husband of Jan. Loving father of AJ, Marie, Trudi and Nigel. Cherished grandad, brother and uncle. Trev will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends.

Funeral service will take place at St Mary Magdalene Church, Leintwardine, on Saturday February 24th at 11am, followed by interment in Leintwardine Cemetery. Family flowers only please, kind donations in Trev’s memory will be shared between Motor Neurone Disease Association and Hospice At Home. All enquiries please to Graham Heiron Funeral Director Bromfield Tel:01584856273

TINTON David Lancelot

Of Bromyard. Mercifully, after a short illness, David passed away peacefully on February 2nd 2024, aged 84 years. Husband to Mo, Dad to Sybil, Sharon, Did, Ed and Alex. A wonderful grandad, great-grandad, uncle and a true Bromyard legend who will be greatly missed. A true friend and mentor to so many.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday, March 7th at 11.15am. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, will be shared between Sheds Together (cheques payable to Age UK Hereford & Localities) and St. Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard, HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

TURNER Brian

Sadly passed away on the 3rd of February 2024 aged 85 years. Loving husband of Angela and beloved father and grandfather.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on the 27th of February 2024 at 2.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200

WADLEY Margaret Dunlop

Sadly passed away on the 5th of February 2024 aged 78 years. Loving wife of the late Ivor Wadley.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on the 29th of February 2024 at 2:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200.

WALL Donald Cooper (Don)

Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on Tuesday 30th January, 2024 aged 88 years. Beloved husband to Margery, loving dad to Suzanne and Stephen, father-in-law to Marion and grandad to Daniel and Luke. Don will be dearly missed by all family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 26th February at 10.15am. Family flowers only. If desired, family would like donations to Parkinsons UK. There will be a donation box in the Chapel. Enquires to R.W. Mann & Son Funeral Directors, Tel: 01568 612358

WALLACE Bruce David

Of Breinton, passed away peacefully, after a short illness, on 5th February 2024. Loving husband of the late Jane, adored father of Sarah and James and devoted Paps to Harry and Libby.

His funeral service will be held at St Michael’s Church, Breinton at 12.00 noon on Thursday, 22nd February 2024. Donations, if desired, for St Michael’s Hospice, Hereford or St Michael’s Church, Breinton (cheques to be made payable to Breinton PCC).

WHITE Ronald

Of Burghill, sadly passed away on 14th of January 2024 aged 98 years. Loving husband of the late Hazel. Much-loved father of Ian, Andrew and Janet and beloved grandfather and great-grandfather.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday the 19th of February 2024 at 2.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340 200.

WILLIAMS Emlyn Owen

Sadly passed away at Hereford County Hospital on Friday 14th January 2024. Emlyn was a much-loved dad, grandad and great-grandad. His final four happy years were spent at Holmer Manor Care Home, we thank the staff for their loving care.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 26th February at 11.15.a.m No flowers, donations to St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to S A Evans, Telephone: 01432 273736.

YEMM Shirley

Of Burley Gate. Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on 29th January 2024, aged 86 years.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 29th February at 11.15am. Family flowers only, please. Donations in memory of Shirley will be shared between St. Michael’s Hospice and the Midlands Air Ambulance. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard. HR7 4AH (01885 489900).