Hereford Times death notices published Thursday, February 22

BETTS Peter Norman

Fly fisherman. Sadly passed away at Hereford County Hospital on 4th February 2024 aged 85 years. Devoted husband of Christine and dear father of Nick, Tim and the late Simon. Loving grandfather of Jess, Alex, Bram, Cormac, Lucy and Campbell.

Peter’s funeral service will be at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 5th March 2024 at 11.15am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired maybe payable to Midlands Centre for Spinal Injuries and Midlands Air Ambulance. Golden Valley Funeral Services Independent Funeral Directors, Wormbridge Court, HR2 9DH. Tel: 01981 257203

BOOTH Stephen 

Sadly passed away on 12th February, 2024 aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Margaret. Much-loved father of Helen, Martin, Liz and Jessica. Grandad to Natalie, Megan, Callum, Amy, Max and Joe and great-grandad to Caleb and Gabriel.

A Requiem Mass will be held at St Francis Xavier’s Church, Hereford, on Wednesday 6th March 2024 at 2:00pm, followed by refreshments at Hereford Rowing Club. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice and the Close House. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

BRYAN Arnold Henry

Sadly passed away on 3rd February 2024 aged 73 years. Beloved husband of Jan, much-loved dad of Amanda, Sharon and Marissa. He was a cherished grampy and a loving son and brother, who will be greatly missed by all.

The funeral service will be held at St Deinst Church, Llangarron on Friday 1st March 2024 at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Arnie will be shared between The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (R.N.L.I) and Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to Cathedral Funeral Services, 55 St. Owen Street, Hereford (01432) 340777

BURGESS Elizabeth Havelock

Sadly passed away on Friday 26th of January aged 88. A much-loved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

It was Elizabeth’s wish not to have a funeral service. She was laid to rest on Saturday 16th of February in Howth, Dublin in her family grave. Donations if wished to Cancer Research UK.

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).

CARTWRIGHT Reg

Of Dolyhir. Passed away on 2nd February 2024, aged 79 years. Husband of Dorothy, father of Glyn and dad-in-law to Sue. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Service of remembrance will take place at Kinnerton Church on Monday 26th February 2024 at 12noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Macmillan Nurses and Kinnerton Church. For further information please contact A.W. Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

CONOD Yvonne Shirley

Widow of Harry, mother of Kevin, Mark and Jo, died on Sunday 11th February 2024, aged 88 years.

Following a private service of committal at Hereford Crematorium, a service of thanksgiving for Yvonne’s life will be held at the church of St Peter and St Paul, Eye, at 2pm on Friday, 8th March 2024. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, for St Michael’s Hospice (for the Hospice at Home Team). Enquiries to Oak Tree Funeral Services (Tel. 01568 250030).

COOLEY Diana

1937 - 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Diana Cooley, formerly of Hope Bagot, Ludlow, on Saturday 3rd February 2024 at the age of 86.

The funeral service will be held in the Lady Chapel in Hereford Cathedral on Friday 1st March 2024 at 1.30pm. All are welcome to attend. Family flowers only, please. Mourners are encouraged to wear daffodil buttonholes. In lieu of flowers, please make charitable donations to: The British Heart Foundation or The Barchester Healthcare Resident Fund, Hagley Place, Ludlow. All enquiries please to: Victoria Allen Funeral Services, 8 Charlton Rise, Ludlow, SY8 1ND. Tel: 01584 879035

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 to son-in-law 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.

FELLOWS Marguerite Mary (nee Farr)

Of Kings Acre, Hereford (formerly of The Batcho Farm, Madley). Peacefully passed away at home on Saturday 10th February 2024, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving sister to Sheila. Much-loved auntie to Nigel, Clare, Ian and Kay.

A private cremation will take place on Saturday 2nd March 2024 for immediate family, followed by a service of thanksgiving at Holy Trinity Church, Whitecross at 12:30pm where everyone is welcome to attend. Family flowers only, please. Donations given in Marguerite’s memory will be for Holy Trinity Church. Please make cheques payable to Holy Trinity PCC which may be sent c/o Cherished Funerals, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675.

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).

HERBERT June Irene

Formerly of Moreton Eye and Stoke Prior, Leominster. Passed away peacefully in Devon on February 8th, 2024, aged 90 years. Wife of the late Derek Owen Herbert, Mum to Karen and Mark, Grandma to Matt and Marcus, Great-Grandma to Maddy, Tilly, Margot and Joe.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday March 6th at 12.15pm. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, will be given to St. Michael’s Hospice, Hereford. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

HOYES Sally

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham on 10th February 2024 aged 74. Beloved and loving wife, confidant, soulmate and best friend of Brian. Much-loved sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and generous friend to so many. Rest in peace Darl now that all the pain has ended. “Don’t worry - be happy”.

No funeral by request. Arrangements by Pure Cremations.

JACOBS Pat

Peacefully passed away on 4th February 2024.

Crematorium service on 4th March 11.15am followed by memorial service for all who knew her at Wellington Heath Christ Church at 14.30

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

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

MILLS Jean Anita (née Baker)

Died peacefully on 8th February, aged 86 years. Much loved mother of Simon, Nick and the late Peter. Much-loved granny to Rhiannon, Andrew, Matthew, Bryn and Ciara and great grandma to Felicity.

Jean’s funeral will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 4th March at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Midlands Air Ambulance and Alzheimer’s Research UK c/o R W Mann & Sons, 2 New Street, Leominster, HR6 8DP.

NEWTON Timothy Ronald (Tim) 

It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Tim on 9th February 2024, aged 64 years. A much-loved dad to Craig and Ash, a special grandad to Mena and Aleesha, a dear brother and friend to many. Many thanks to Oncology at Cheltenham Hospital, and St Michael’s Hospice for the care given to Tim. He will be sadly missed by all.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 1st March 2024 at 3.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

O’CONNELL Myra Gwendoline

Sadly passed peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on Wednesday 7th February. Treasured mother to Phillip, John and Michael, adored mother-in-law, sister, aunty, nan, and great-nan to a large loving family.

Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 5th March at 12.15 at Hereford Crematorium. Donations if desired to Stroke Association. All enquiries to R W Mann Leominster.

PHILLIPS Elizabeth Claire

Passed away unexpectedly from coronary thrombosis, on 6th February 2024 aged 40 years. Beloved beautiful daughter of Judi and the late Keith, adored sister of the late Rob, sister-in-law to Charlotte, and auntie to little Rory. Dearly loved by the rest of her family. A friend to many, loved by all.

Funeral service to be held at Hereford Crematorium chapel, on Thursday 29th February 2024 at 10:15am. Family flowers only. Donations to RDA Riding for the Disabled, Holme Lacy. The family ask that you wear something bright and colourful, to reflect her love of life. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH 01432 272465

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 Nevill 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 1.00pm on 24th February at St Michael’s Church, Llanfihangel-Talyllyn. Family flowers only please, donations if wished for Cancer Research UK or St Michael’s Church c/o A V Griffiths & Son, Indep Funeral Directors, Delfan, Felinfach, Brecon LD3 0UD. Tel: 01874 623477 / 07527 759945

PREECE Reginald John (Reg)

Of Yarpole. Passed away peacefully on 10th February 2024, aged 73 years. Brother to Frances and son of the late Dennis and Ellen Preece.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 4th March at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Midlands Air Ambulance All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225

PRITCHARD Trevor Raymond

Of Ty Gwyn, Llanthony, Abergavenny. Passed away on 11th February 2024, in Nevill Hall Hospital, aged 75. Beloved husband of Julia. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral service on Monday 4th March 2024, at St Michael’s Church, Llanvihangel Crucorney at 2-30pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to Ted Williams & Sons. Abergavenny

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

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

STROUD Frances Mary (nee Honey)

Sadly passed away on the 31st of January 2024 aged 94 years. Loving wife of the late John Stroud. Much-loved mother of Nigel and Rachel and beloved grandmother.

Funeral service will be held at the Church of All Saints, Clehonger on the 2nd of March 2024 at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Church of All Saints, Dementia UK and The Welsh Pony Rescue and Rehoming Charitable Trust. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200.

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)

TOMKINS Eileen (Peggy) 

Passed away peacefully on 8th February 2024. Dearly loved mother to Leslie, Jackie and Vivian.

The funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 28th February 2024 at 12.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired will go to St Michael’s Hospice. Casual dress please.

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 Amy, 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. Enquiries 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).

WILLIAMS Emlyn Owen

Sadly passed away at Hereford County Hospital on Friday 19th 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.