Hereford Times death notices published Thursday, May 30

Walter Gerald Wood, who used to work for Herefordshire cider company Bulmers, died at home in Herefordshire. 

Also among those mourned are Francis John Whittall, a farmer from Eardisley, Joe Hillaby, a local historian, author, and former President of the Woolhope Club, and Fiona Caroline Broom of Footprints shoe shop in Bromyard.

Here are the death notices published in the Hereford Times on Thursday, May 30.

WHITTALL Francis John (John)

Of Eardisley (Farmer). Passed away peacefully on 23rd May 2024 Aged 86. Loving husband of the late Joan. Loving father of Steve and Chris. Much loved Grandfather of Zoe and Owen, Loving father-in-law to Wendy. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

The funeral service will take place at St Mary Magdalene Church, Eardisley on Friday 14th June at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Eardisley Church. Particular thanks are expressed to the Garth Care Home in Kington. For further information please contact: Cheriton Funerals Eardisley: 01544 302649

JENKINS John Godfrey (Godfrey)

Of Wem, formerly Hereford. Passed away on May 17. Dearly loved by wife Cynthia and family.

Funeral service at Emstrey Crematorium, Shrewsbury on Tuesday, June 4 at 3.30pm. All inquiries please to the Funeral Directors; Grindalls of Wem Telephone (01939) 233903

NEAL Michael David

Late of Wegnall's Mill, Presteigne died Friday May 10. Beloved husband of Barbara, father of Tom, Lucy, Gub and Tab; 5 grandsons; 8 granddaughters and 2 great grandsons. Died peacefully in family home of daughter Lucy, in his 98th year.

For further information please contact A.W.Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778.

GROSVENOR Shirley Mary

Of Brimfield. Passed away peacefully at home on 16th May, 2024. Aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Frank, much loved mother of Alan and the late Sally, devoted and loving Nanny of Jennifer and William, she will be sadly missed by all her family, friends and neighbours.

Funeral service to be held at St. Michael's Church, Bockleton on Wednesday 12th June, 2024 at 2 p.m. followed by burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations if desired in memory of Shirley will be given to Bockleton Church. Enquiries to A.H. Caldicott & Sons, Funeral Directors, 15 Market Street, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8BH (Tel. 01584 810281).

BROOM Fiona Caroline

 'Footprint Shoes, Bromyard'. Passed away suddenly at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham on Thursday 16th May 2024, aged 65. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 11th June at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the Midlands Air Ambulance. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

BERESFORD David

Died at home on the morning of 2nd May.

A service will be held in his memory at Hereford Crematorium at 2.15 on Monday 3rd June. The family would appreciate that donations be made in David's name to Marie Curie and St. Michaels Hospice in lieu of flowers and may be sent to Dawe Brothers, 113-115 Westfaling Street, Hereford HR4 0JE. 01432 274066

WOOD Walter Gerald (Gerald) 

Ex Bulmers. Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday 21st May 2024 aged 79 years. A loving Husband of Rosemary, much loved Dad of Sean and Rachael, Father in Law to Sharon, treasured Grandad and Great Grandad.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 26th June 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.

HILLABY Joe

Local historian and author, past President of the Woolhope Club. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Died 1 May, aged 91, buried at Humber Woodland of Remembrance.

DAW Brian William

Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on 16th May 2024, aged 87. Beloved Husband of Beryl. Devoted Father to Robert and Father in Law to Tracey. Loving Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Grandad and friend to many.

The funeral service will take place at St. Francis Xavier's Church, Broad Street, Hereford on Wednesday 12th June at 1:00pm followed by a short service at Hereford Crematorium. Family Flowers only please. Donations if desired to Macmillan Renton Unit. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17 - 19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465

SHERWOOD Anne-Marie

Aged 71 years. Of Bromyard, Herefordshire. Passed away peacefully on Sunday 19th May 2024.

A Requiem Mass will take place at St Josephs R. C. Church. Bromyard, on Friday 14th June at 11:45 am. This will be followed by cremation at Hereford Crematorium at 2:15pm. All enquiries to H H Handley Funeral Directors, 3 Little Hereford Street, Bromyard,HR7 4DE 01885 482216.

PROSSER Glyn

Great Bilboa Farm, Dulas Passed away on 23rd May 2024 aged 72 years. Uncle to Lisa & Kevin. Brother-in-law to Robin.

Service of celebration at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 13th June at 3.15pm All enquiries to Golden Valley Funeral Services 01981 570203

ALDERSON Veronica "Ronnie" 

Peacefully passed away on 16th May at St Michael's Hospice after a long illness. Devoted wife to Peter, adored mother to Kerry, Zoey and Claire, and a much loved Grandma to Connor and Ffion. She will be sorely missed by all.

Funeral service will take place on Wednesday 5th June, 12.15pm at St Martin's Church, followed by the cremation at Hereford Crematorium at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Myeloma UK and St Michael's Hospice.

Jean Tucker (neé Elliott)

Aged 91 29 Jun 1932 - 02 May 2024. We are sad to announce the death of Jean Tucker (neé Elliott), aged 91 of Bodenham Road, Hereford who passed away peacefully in the Hereford County Hospital on the morning of 2nd May 2024. We will miss her very much. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. A friend to many, Jean was a cherished member of the community in Pembridge and Hereford for many years, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and strength. Jean was pre-deceased by her husband Newton and leaves three children, Richard, Jennifer, and Robert, her four grandsons, along with many friends.

Jean's funeral service will be held at 11:15 Friday 31 May 2024 at the Hereford Crematorium. We invite all who knew Jean to join us in remembering a truly remarkable woman. The family invite contributions, in lieu of flowers, to the Guy's Hospital Nurses' League Benevolent Fund honouring Jean's legacy. Cheques will be collected on the day and forwarded, or alternatively contact: Ruth Bishop, Funding Manager, Tel : 07769 166628 E-mail : ruth.bishop@gsttcharity.org.uk All enquiries to Cathedral Funeral Services, 55 St. Owen Street, Hereford, HR1 2JQ Tel: 01432 340777.

DAVIES Ron

Of Kingswood. Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday 21st May 2024, aged 84 years. Devoted husband of Mary. Loving father of Beverley and Nicola. Much loved Grandfather and Great grandfather.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 5th June at 12.15pm. Family flowers only, but donations if desired to Acorns Children's Hospice. Ron requested traditional funeral attire! All enquiries to Oak Tree Funeral Services, Tel. 01544 327829

CARPENTER Peter (Pete)

Sadly passed away on May 13th 2024. Beloved husband to Trish. An adored dad and stepdad to Josh, Justin, Shane and Claire. Much loved grandad. Loving brother to Jayne. Will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

The Funeral Service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 14th June at 1.15 pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to British Heart Foundation. Formal dress not needed. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors, Tel: 01432 273736.

BURY George

Of Sutton St Nicholas, formerly of Munderfield & Stoke Lacy. Passed away suddenly in Hereford Hospital on Thursday 25th April 2024 aged 87 years. Beloved Husband of t/l Joyce. A loving Uncle and Brother in Law, will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

The funeral service will take place at St Mary The Virgin Church Marden on Friday 31st May 2024 at 11.30 am. Floral tributes or if desired donations for The Dog Trust or Marden 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.