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Shelagh (Sheila) ASHLEY
(Sheila) Sadly passed away on Thursday 22nd May, aged 85, surrounded by her family. Wife of the late Peter, loving mother to Nicholas and Elizabeth and adored Nanny to Hannah, Christopher, Laura and Emma. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A celebration of Shelagh's life will be held at St. Michael & All Angels Church, Bishops Cleeve on Thursday 10th July at 12 noon, followed by committal at Cheltenham Cemetery and Crematorium, Willow Chapel. Floral tributes or donations in memory of Shelagh for Lilian Faithfull Care may be sent c/o Mason & Stokes, 54 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham GL52 6AH or can be made online at https://sheila-ashley.muchloved.com "If love could have saved you, you'd have lived forever"
Viv BEDFORD
Passed away peacefully on the 22nd May 2025. Daughter of the late Len Nicholas, formerly of Cardiff and Birmingham. Funeral service to be held at Cheltenham Crematorium Willow Chapel on 13th June at 1.30pm. Alexander Burn Funeral Directors. 436 High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3JA. Tel: 01242 245350
Norma Patricia BLOWEY
of Minsterworth, Gloucester Passed away peacefully at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital on Sunday 25th May 2025, aged 85 years. Loving wife of Roger, dear mother of Ann, Helen, Simon and the late Kevin, mother in law of David, Daniel and Claire and a loving grandmother of Ry, Tom, Patrick, Joseph, Hetty, Maxwell, Sebastian, Jack, Olivia, Pip, Scarlett, Isabella, Martha, Florence, Amity and Isaac and great grandmother of Louie, Barney, Layla, Oszka and Reggie. A Thanksgiving service will take place at St. Peter's Church, Minsterworth on Thursday 19th June at 1.15 pm. Colourful dress code please. Family flowers only, donations if desired are for Royal Marsden Hospital and Minsterworth Charities and may be sent to M.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Directors, Wintles Hill, Westbury on Severn, Glos, GL14 1QG. Please make cheques payable to M. S. Watkins & Son Donations Account. Enquires to 01452 760576
John Selwyn BURR
of Newent Passed away peacefully on 27th May at Millbrook Lodge Care Home aged 91 years. Husband of the late Judy, much loved Dad and Grandad. Funeral Service and Cremation at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Thursday 26th June at 1.30pm. Family flowers only, donations invited for The Order of St John Care Trust (OSTCT) Millbrook Lodge Amenity Fund may be sent care of Smiths Funeral Services Ltd, Furnace Lane, Newent GL18 1DD.
Sheila Marguerite ELLIOT
passed away on Tuesday 27th May at Monkscroft Care Centre, aged 87. Survived by two daughters, Cathy and Nicky and Son in Law Simon. Sister in Law to Jean Walters. Funeral to be held at St Bartholomew's Church, Churchdown at Midday on Thursday 19th June. Family flowers only donations to Friends of St Bartholomew's and Dogs Trust. C/O S C and B S Cocks Funeral Directors 59, Hucclecote Road, Gloucester GL3 3TL
John Joe FLOOD
Passed away peacefully at home on 30th May 2025, aged 85 years. Much loved husband of Mary, loving father of Orla, David, Niamh and Stephen, adored grandad and brother. Requiem Mass to take place at St Gregory's RC Church at 10am on Monday 23rd June 2025, followed by burial at Cheltenham Cemetery. No flowers by request donations for Alzheimer's Research UK may be given online at www.masonandstokes.co.uk or sent c/o Mason & Stokes, 54 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham GL52 6AH
Ann Patricia HOWIE
It's with great sadness we announce the passing of Ann Patricia Howie on 2nd June 2025 aged 86 years. Loving wife of Robert, mother of three children and grandmother of six. Family and friends invited to attend the funeral service at Christchurch, Abbeydale on Wednesday 2nd July at 11:30 am. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Christchurch and Cancer Research may be left at church or sent to Selim Smith Funeral Directors, Heron Lodge, Painswick Rd, Gloucester GL4 4QJ.
Jennifer KEMEYS
Jenny passed away peacefully on 24th May 2025 at Cheltenham General Hospital aged 92 years, her closest family having been by her side. Jenny was the loving and devoted Wife of Norman, dearly loved Mum of Lesley, Mother in law and friend of Alan, loving Grams of Grandchildren Emily and Ben and Great Grandson George, dear friend of James. She was also a caring Sister, Sister in Law, Aunt and a good friend and neighbour to many. Our sincere thanks to all staff at Badgeworth Court Nursing Home and the Stroke Unit (CGH) Private Cremation. A service of Thanksgiving will be held at St Swithun's Church, Hempsted on Thursday 12th June at 3pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired may be sent to the Cobalt Unit. Enquiries to Beechwood Funeral Services Ltd 7a Highfield Place, Gloucester. GL4 4PB. 01452 306917
Brian Kenneth KINGSCOTT
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brian, a devoted husband, cherished father, proud granddad and great-granddad, and cherished friend. He left this world peacefully at the age of 85, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted husband to Hazel and to his late wife June and proud father to his three sons Steven, Andrew and Paul. Though he is no longer with us his memory lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. We celebrate his truly remarkable life and cherish the many memories we have. A service to honour Brian will be held on Monday 23rd June 12.00pm at Gloucester Crematorium. Dress is informal, Gloucester rugby colours are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Great Western Air Ambulance may be left in the collection box after the service or sent to SC & BS Cocks 59 Hucclecote Road Gloucester GL3 3TL He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Jennifer LORD (Jenny)
(Jenny) Of Frampton-on-Severn, peacefully passed away on 25th May 2025 at Gloucester Royal Hospital aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Derek (Joe), mother of Daniel, mother-in-law of Mariel and devoted grandmother to Georgina. A funeral service to celebrate Jenny's life will take place at St Mary's Church, Frampton-on-Severn on Friday 27th June at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Jenny may be made to J R Whippet Rescue and sent to W.B Wood & Son, Funeral Directors, The Ferns, Church Lane, Saul, Gloucester, GL2 7JY 01452 740728
Timothy John MARTIN
In loving memory of Tim. Devoted Dad to Amy and father-in-law to Matt. Survived by his two older sisters Jennifer and Jayne who will miss him dearly. Loved by countless nieces and nephews who will always remember his sense of humour and larger than life presence at family gatherings. Tim left lasting impressions on all those he met and would always be there to lend a listening ear to those who needed it. His kindness and compassion will never be forgotten. It can truly be said that he had light in his heart right up until its final beat. His funeral service will be held at Cheltenham Crematorium - June 25th 2025 at 1:30pm. All who knew Tim welcome with open arms as we celebrate his 72 years of life. If so inclined, we are asking for donations to "The Big Space Cancer Appeal" in lieu of flowers. Sleep peacefully - we will miss you x
Martyn MOON
Passed away on 24th May 2025 aged 64 years, surrounded by his family and friends. A celebration of Martyn's life will be held at Gloucester Crematorium on Wednesday 18th June at 10.30am, all welcome. Family flowers only, donations welcome in lieu for National Star and may be given online at martynmoon.muchloved.com All enquiries to :- Central Coop Funeral, 60a St Johns Avenue, Churchdown, Gloucester GL3 2BX. Tel No. 01452 713085.
Patricia Mary PARSONS (Hoult)
(Hoult) Pat, sadly passed away on 27th May 2025, aged 85 years. A loving wife to Leonard. Sister to Dorothy, Helen, Marion and Mary. Aunt to Andrew, Sharon, Nicky, Marie, Richard, Angela, Rachel, Claire and Louisa. Formerly of the John Carr Group, Bristol Road, Gloucester. The funeral will be held on Monday 16th June at Gloucester Crematorium at 10:30am. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Derrick James (Jimmy) PERRY
(Jimmy ) Passed away at Gloucester Royal Hospital after a short illness on Wednesday 28th May 2025 aged 76 years. Dearly loved Son to the late Derrick and Edna, loving Brother to Melvyn, Malcolm, Tim and the late Trevor. The funeral service will take place at Tewkesbury Abbey on Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 1.00pm followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Tewkesbury Hospital and Friends may be left at the service or sent direct to the charity. All enquires to B Sweet and Sons Funeral Directors 12a Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury GL20 5LZ 01684 293180.
Dennis POND
It is with great sadness that the family of Mr Dennis Pond announces his passing on May 21st 2025, at the age of 89. Husband of the late Sheila, Dennis will be lovingly remembered their sons, Ian and Andrew, daughters-in-law Camilla and Jane, four grandchildren, Ashley, Ryan, Rory and Niall and two great grandchildren Frankie and Lennox with Ashley and Maddy in Perth, Australia. Also, by his twin sisters, Ann and Enid. Dennis enjoyed a long and happy life with his family and friends. He was also passionate about vegetable gardening, bowling, cars and trucks. The funeral service will be held at Gloucester Crematorium, at 12noon on Thursday 19th June 2025. All are welcome to attend. Please make any charitable donations to the National Autistic Society
John Lester ROBINSON
It is with great sadness that the family of John announce that he passed away peacefully on 23rd May 2025. Aged 83 years. Beloved Husband of his late wife Clare & loving Dad to his daughter Heather & Son-in-law Ian. John was a much loved husband, Dad, Father in law, Brother, Uncle, Great Uncle & friend. John was a former Managing Director of Twyver Switchgear in Gloucester, a Member of Kingsholm Rotary Club & involved with the Church. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends, but his wisdom, kindness, faith, and unwavering dedication will forever be remembered. A Thanksgiving Service will be held on Thursday 26th June 2025 at Hillview Evangelical Church, Hucclecote, Gloucester GL3 3LX at 1pm. The Committal will be held prior to the Thanksgiving service at Gloucester Crematorium at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, will be for the Mussunsa and Chipindaumwe preschools Mozambique C/O S C and B S Cocks Funeral Directors 59, Hucclecote Road, Gloucester GL3 3TL
Patrick WHEELER
It's with great sadness we announce the passing of Patrick Wheeler on 31st May 2025 aged 83 years. He will be greatly missed and will forever remain in our hearts. Loving Husband to Beryl, and Father to Deborah and Kim. Family, friends and Ex Network Rail colleagues, are invited to attend the funeral service at Gloucester Crematorium on Wednesday 9th July at 11.00am and following the service everyone is welcome to join us in The Mulberry Room. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Dementia UK c/o Selim Smith, Funeral Directors, Panswick Road Gloucester GL4 4QJ Tel : 01452 502685
In Memoriams
Jean BURSON (Carter)
(Carter) 18/06/2017 Dear Mum it's been eight years since we lost you, they say time heals but it doesn't the pain of losing you never leaves and we think about you everyday. We get some comfort knowing that Dad is with you now. We Thank-you for all the lovely memories and for being the most caring and loving mum. Love and Miss you Mum Love you love you lots, Deb, Kar, Bev, Ian and families x x
Brian WING
It broke my heart to lose you But you didn’t go alone For part of me went with you The day God called you home All my love always, Sharon x
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