Hereford Times death notices published Thursday, March 7

To place any family notices, visit here, or to view visit here.

We publish tributes (obituaries) free. Fill in this simple online form here.

BHATTACHARYA Jessie Agnes Sheila Dallachy (Sheila) 

Sadly passed away on 22nd January 2024, aged 99 years. Beloved wife of the late Samar, mother to Robin, Jo and Peter, and a friend to many.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium Chapel On Friday 8th March 2024 at 10.15am. Donations if so desired, will go to The Deaf Society and the Stroke Association. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. 01432 272465

BRADLEY Michael James (Mike)

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 10th February 2024. Devoted Husband to the late Evelyn Barbera Bradley. Dearly loved father to Michael, Elizabeth, Gillian, Phillip and Robert, and a very much loved grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather.

Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 18th March 2024 at 3.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired are for The West Midlands Air Ambulance or any enquiries please contact H. H. Handley Funeral Directors, 3 Little Hereford Street, Bromyard HR7 4DE (01885) 482216.

BULLOCK Sadie

Of Hay on Wye. Passed away peacefully on 21st February 2024 aged 58 years. Sadie will be dearly missed by her loving twins Abi and Charlie, her dogs Sparkey and Alfie, and all family and friends.

Funeral service is to take place at St Mary’s Church, Hay on Tuesday 12th March 2024 at 11.30am, followed by burial at Hay Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are being gratefully accepted for Macmillan Cancer Support c/o CC James Funeral Directors, Hengardd, Pontithel, Brecon, LD3 0SA. Tel: 01497 847410.

COCKS Marjorie

Peacefully passed away on Sunday 18th February aged 80 years. Much-loved wife of the late Peter Cocks, mum to Victoria and Kate, and nanny to Harry, Ben, Lily and Grace.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 18th March at 10.15. Family flowers only. Donations if desired are to benefit Dementia UK

CORBETT Robert Anthony

Of Newchurch Farm, Kinnersley. Rob died at St Michael’s Hospice on February 17th 2024. Beloved husband of Sarah for over 55 years, loved and respected father, grandfather and friend. Former director of several local businesses including Sun Valley Poultry, Craven Grain, Radio Wyvern and Hazlehurst Nursing Home. Rob also enjoyed farming and engineering throughout his life.

The funeral and celebration of Rob’s life will be held at 2pm on March 8th at St James Church, Kinnersley. Family flowers only, please. Donations to St Michael’s Hospice and the Addington Fund.

COTTRELL Leslie Douglas

Sadly passed away on 12th of February 2024 aged 76 years. Much loved brother of Jean, Shirley and Pamela. Loving father of Joanne, Paul and Nigel.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on the 20th of March 2024 at 3.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Midlands Air Ambulance. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200.

LLOYD Daphne

Sadly passed away on 14th February 2024, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Peter and a friend to many.

The funeral will take place at St Andrew Church, Moreton-on-Lugg on Thursday 7th March 2024, at 3pm. Donations if so desired, will go to St Andrew Church, Moreton-on-Lugg. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH 01432 272465.

ELLIS Clive Gordon

Passed away at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Saturday 10th February 2024 aged 63 years. Clive will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

The funeral service will take place on Wednesday 13th March 2024 at Kimbolton Church at 11.30am. If you wish to attend, please wear something red. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to Oxygen & Wellness Therapy Centre. A donations box will be at the church.

ENON Dawn Lesley

Sadly passed away on 21st February 2024, aged 62 years. Beloved Wife of Jerry and a much-loved mother and grandmother.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 13th March at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for St. Michael’s Hospice, Hereford. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

REX Vivienne (Viv)

27.12.1939 - 21.02.2024. Viv slipped away quietly from us on 21st February at Whitegates Care Home, Bromyard. A much-loved wife, daughter, sister, and aunt. A life fully lived, now at rest.

Viv’s funeral will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 12th March at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for St. Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

FORTEY Gwynneth

Of Mordiford Passed away peacefully on 10th February at Hereford County Hospital, aged 86 years. Loving wife of the late Harry, mum of Jacqui, Paul and Tracey and nan of Aileen, Jack and Cameron.

Funeral service and interment at St George’s Church, Woolhope on Tuesday 12th March at 11.00am. Flowers welcome. If desired, donations in lieu for Dementia U.K may be given online at www.collierandbrain.co.uk or sent to Collier & Brain Funeral Directors, The Cross, Drybrook, Glos. GL17 9ED. (Please make cheques payable to Collier & Brain Donations Account).

GREEN Barbara Winifred (née Baynham)

Formerly of Cradley. Passed away peacefully on 25th February 2024, aged 89 years. A much-loved mum, gran, and great-gran who will be very sadly missed.

The funeral service will take place at St. James the Great church, Cradley on Thursday 14th March at noon, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired for Age UK. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

HOOPER Kathleen Mary (Kate) 

Of Mordiford. Sadly passed away on 11th February 2024 aged 77 years. Beloved wife of Robin. Much-loved mother of James. Grandmother of Caitlin and Kieran.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 11th March 2024 at 12:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

HORNBY Sandra Diana

Peacefully slipped away on the 20th of February 2024 aged 64 years at St Michael’s Hospice. Loving wife of the late Gary Hornby. Much-loved mother, stepmother, grandmother, sister, auntie and a beautiful friend to so many.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on the 14th of March 2024 at 3.15pm. Family request that bright colours be worn. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200.

LAWRENCE Valerie Margaret (Val) 

Passed away peacefully on Monday 12th February Aged 81 years A dearly loved mum of Margaret and grandma.

The funeral service will take place at Humber Woodland of Remembrance, on Monday 11th March at 2pm Family flowers only please. Donations if desired 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.

LEAVER-THOMAS Eileen

Passed away peacefully on 30th January 2024 aged 91 years, she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 7th March 2024 at 1:15pm. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

LEWIS Anthony Ivor (Tony, Mr Sandman) 

Formerly of A.I. Lewis & Son (Road Haulage) Peterchurch. Sadly passed away at home on 20th February 2024, aged 89 years. Husband of Gill. Loving father of Jayne and the late Ian and father-in-law to Rob (who he adored).

A service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held at St Peter’s Church, Peterchurch on Saturday 16th March 2024 at 11:00am followed by interment in the Churchyard. Please feel free to dress in casual attire. Family flowers only. Donations given in Tony’s memory will be shared between Peterchurch CP School Fund and Peterchurch Village Hall which may be sent c/o Cherished Funerals, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675.

LEWIS Chris

Sadly passed away on 27th February 2024 aged 56 years. Beloved mother of Jennie, Emma, and Josie. Cherished sister of Bev, Tracy, and Gary and sister-in-law to Carol. She will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends.

A private family funeral will be held as per Chris’ wishes. A celebration of her life will be held at The Bay Horse Inn following her funeral service, from 11.30am on Friday 22nd March. All welcome to attend this. No family flowers. Donations, if desired, to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

LOWTHER Michael John

Passed away peacefully at home on 19th February aged 88 years. Much loved husband of Lesley, together for 61 years.

Funeral service to take place at Herford Crematorium on 25th March at 11.15am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for St Michael’s Hospice may be sent c/o Abbotsfield & Dawe Brothers Funeral Directors, 1 Cantilupe Road, Ross on Wye HR9 7AN.

MATHEWS Sarah Elizabeth (nee Chetwynd Stapylton)

Beloved wife of Guy, devoted mother to Nicola and Amanda, loving Granny to Alastair and Zack. Died elegantly and peacefully on Sunday 25th February 2024.

A celebration of Sarah’s life will be held later this year. For further enquiries please contact Golden Valley Funeral Services, Independent Funeral Directors, Wormbridge Court, Hereford. Tel: 01981 257203

MATTHEWS Iris May

On 22nd February, peacefully in hospital, Iris May Matthews, much-loved cousin, aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt.

Thanksgiving service at Hereford Salvation Army on Monday 18th March at 3pm. No flowers, but donations welcome for the work of the Salvation Army.

MAYNE Peter Edmund

Peacefully passed away at St Michael’s Hospice surrounded by his loving family on 19th February 2024. Beloved husband of Jean, loving father of Phillip, Christopher and Jonathan. Father-in-law of Jacqui and Vicky. Much-loved and devoted grandad of Ruby, Tom, Emma, Holly, Mellissa, Honey and Finley. Pete will be forever loved and missed by all his family and friends. The family would like to thank St Michael's Hospice, Acute Medical Unit and Lugg Ward for all their care and kindness. Many thanks to family and friends. Special thanks to Stuart, always there when we needed him.

Funeral service at Hereford Crematorium on March 20th at 2.15pm. Family flowers only donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice and MND. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers Tel: 01432 272465

MOORE Lavina Doreen

Passed away peacefully on 23rd February 2024, aged 77 years. Mother to Adrian and Samantha and grandmother to Chloe.

Funeral service to take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 13th March at 4.15pm. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 49 Eign Gate, Hereford HR4 0AB 01432 376865.

NORTON John MM

Late of Brockington Drive. Passed away peacefully on the 16th February 2024 aged 91 years. A much-loved and devoted husband to June, a dearly loved dad to David and Bev, a respected father-in-law, a very special grandfather to his five grandchildren, a loved great-grandfather, and great-great-grandadfather. He will be greatly missed and loved by all who knew him.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 19th March 2024 at 12.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Alzheimer’s Research UK and Dementia UK. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

O’NEILL Joan Kathleen

Passed away peacefully on 8th February 2024, aged 92 years. A much-loved sister to Ann, a dear cousin to Di, a loving aunt to Neil, and great-aunt to Thor William, Elisabeth, and Neil Håvard. She will be sadly missed by all.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 13th March 2024 at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to The Fire Fighters Charity. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

PASSEY Muriel Hudson (née Dinnin)

Died peacefully in Oxford on 21st February 2024. Beloved wife of the late David Passey. Much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Private cremation.

There will be a thanksgiving service at the University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Oxford on Wednesday March 20 at 2pm. All enquiries to C. S. Boswell. Tel: 01865 553737.

POINER Jean Agnes

Of Leominster. Passed away peacefully on the 18th February 2024, aged 89 years. Wife of the late Vivian. Much-loved mum of Adrian, Angela and Julia. Loving nan and great-nan. Will be sadly missed by all.

The funeral service will take place at Leominster Priory Church on Friday 8th March at 2.00pm followed by Cremation. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Alzheimer’s Society. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225

POWELL Edward John (John) 

Of Warden Close, Presteigne. Former proprietor of Woodside Garage, Knill Passed away at Worcester Royal Hospital on 15th February 2024 aged 75 years. Loving husband and father.

Committal service at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 12th March at 10.15am followed by Service of Celebration at St Peter’s Church, Evancoyd at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Guide Dogs Association. Enquiries Geoff Hall Funerals, Knighton 01547528554

PRICE Christopher Robert (Chris)

Of Kington Passed away peacefully in his sleep on 19th February 2023, Aged 80 Years. Much-loved husband of the late Sheila, loving father to Kevin and Duncan, father-in-law to Susan and Hannah. Adored grandad to Emily and Lucy. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 22nd March 2023 at 11.15am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired will be given to Radnor Valley Football Club. For further information please contact A.W.Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

SALISBURY Gordon

Sadly passed away on the 25th of February 2024 aged 93 years. Loving husband of the late Dorothy (Dot) and a much-loved father of Robert.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on the 19th of March 2024 at 2.15pm. Flowers accepted and donations if desired to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200.

SAMUEL Maurice Charles

Passed away at Nevill Hall Hospital on 25th January 2024 aged 84. Husband of the late Margaret Rose Samuel and father to Mark, Gary and Jane. Father-in-law to Deb, Andrew and Nicola. Grandfather to Katie, Ethan, Nicholas, Luc and Joel. Great-grandfather to Martha.

Funeral to be held at Hereford Crematorium at 11.15am, on Wednesday 20th March 2024. Family and friends are invited to Abergavenny Rugby Club afterwards. Family flowers only. Further enquiries to Ted Williams and Sons.

SHEPHERD John Michael

Peacefully passed away on 25th February 2024 aged 82. Very much-loved dad, grandad, grandpa and brother, and a dear friend.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 21st March at 12.15pm. Smart dress, no black please by request. Family flowers only however, donations if desired for Headway Hereford All enquiries to Bayley Brothers Tel: 01432 272465

SMALL Harvey

Of Belmont, Hereford. Sadly passed away on 15th February 2024 aged 96 years. Beloved husband of the late Joyce Small. Much-loved father of David, Carol and Ruth. Grandpa to Charlie, Andrew, Ieuan, Jennifer, Aylah, Elizabeth, Laura and Andrew. Great-grandpa to Felix, Ella, Evie, Jaxon, Lucas, Aria-Rose, Bethany, Amber, William, Elizabeth and Bonnie. Father-in-law to Penny, Ceri and Andrew.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 8th March 2024 at 4.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to The Donkey Sanctuary. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

SMITH Stella Lucy (nee Castree)

Formerly of Harold Street and latterly of Marden. Stella died peacefully at Gwen Walford Nursing Home on Sunday 18th February 2024. Wife of the late Henry Thomas Gregory Smith (Tom). Beloved sister of Anne, much-loved mother and friend to Susie and mother-in-law to Robin.

Private family cremation.

WAKEHAM Ronald James (Ron)

Of 8 Walton Close, Hereford. Sadly left us on Monday 26th February 2024, following a long period of ill health. He is survived by his three sons Tony, Brian and Gavin, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is now at peace and able to join his beloved wife Celia.

A funeral service will be held in his honour, at Hereford Crematorium at 11.15am, on Wednesday 13th March 2024.

WATKINS Edward (Eddy) 

Peacefully at Charles Court Nursing Home on February 9th aged 98 years. Beloved husband of the late Jean, a much-loved father to Donald, Lesley and David, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Funeral service will be held at St Paul’s Church Tupsley, 107 Church Rd, Hereford, HR1 1RT on Monday 18th March at noon followed by cremation at 1.15 pm. Family Flowers only please, donations if desired for St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers 17-19 Cotterell St, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465

WATKINS Patricia Anne (Pat)

Of Rhydithon, Dolau Passed away peacefully at home with all her family around her on 20th February 2024, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of Bev. Much-loved mother of Richard and Caroline, adored mother-in-law and grandmother. Pat will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all family and friends.

Private family funeral service at Hereford Crematorium on Friday, 15th March 2024, followed by a memorial service at St. David’s Church, Llanddewi at 2.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Diabetes UK or St. David’s Hospice Care. Enquiries to Pritchard & Sons Funeral Directors, Britannia House, Station Crescent, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5BD Tel: 01597 822121.

WILLIAMS Barbara Mary (nee Davies)

We are very sad to announce the passing of Barbara on 23rd February aged 93. Born in Canada, brought up in Felton then of Ingestre Street and later Audley Crescent, Hereford. Barbara leaves a daughter, Diane, grandchildren Anna, June and Tom and great-grandchildren Anastasia, James, Melissa, Emily, Amara, Amelia and Azlan along with granddaughter-in-law, Nadira and grandson-in-law Andy.

The funeral will take place at St Michael the Archangel Church, Felton (HR1 3PH) On Wednesday 13th March 2024 at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired, will go to St Michael the Archangel Church, Felton. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. 01432 272465

WILLIAMS Sandra Rosemary

Sadly passed away on the 16th of February 2024 aged 79 years. Loving wife of the late Don Williams and much-loved mother of Gemma.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on the 12th of March 2024 at 4.15pm. Family flowers only. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200.