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AUBREY Alice Ann (Ann)

Of Kington Passed away peacefully on February 12th, 2021 aged 87 years Wife of the late Stan and mother to Martin and Winston. She will be sadly missed Due to current circumstances the funeral will be private. For further enquiries please contact A.W.Hughes & Son Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217

BARRETT Peter Francis

Of Peterchurch Passed away peacefully on 4th February 2021, at Hereford County Hospital, aged 87 years. Loving Partner to Ivy Parrington, Father to Clifford and Janette Barrett and Grandfather to Geoffrey and Sarah Barrett. Private Cremation Service at Hereford Crematorium on February 25th, 2021. Donations if so desired, may be given to family choice c/o C.C. James Funeral Directors, Three Cocks, Powys, LD3 0SA. Telephone 01497 847410

BIRCH Anthony (Fred)

Passed away suddenly on 9th February 2021 at Hereford County Hospital aged 53 years. Loving Father to Charlie and Matty, much loved Son of Tommy and Iris and cherished Brother to Janis, David, Stephen, Jane, Paul and Dawn. Loving Uncle to all his Nieces and Nephews. An extremely popular man: Fred will be sadly missed by all that knew him. A small family service, by invitation only, will take place at Hereford Crematorium at 3pm on 1st March 2021. A webcast for the service has been arranged, details will be distributed by the Family in due course. Anyone wishing to pay their final respects to Fred by lining the approach road to the Crematorium would be welcome to do so, social distancing must be observed. Family flowers only, by request, donations if desired, will be received gratefully and will be entrusted to Fred’s 10-year-old son, Matty’s future, in line with Fred’s final wishes. Any cash donations given c/o Golden Valley Funeral Services, Wormbridge Court, Wormbridge, Herefordshire, HR2 9DH will be delivered to Fred’s son accordingly.

BOWKETT Martin Douglas

Late of Backbury Road Sadly passed away on 8th February at Worcester Royal Hospital. Martin was a devoted Husband, Dad and Son who will be deeply missed. His funeral will take place on Saturday 20th February 2021. Family and friends to attend by invitation only. Live webcast information can be provided by Hoskins on 01905 27862.

CLIFFORD Valerie Patricia

Died peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice on 8th February 2021 aged 86. Beloved wife of the late David Clifford, much loved Mum to Stephen, Ian, Julie and Sandra. Cherished Nan to Natalie, Lucy, Katie, Grace, William, Nicolas, Faye and Emily. A devoted Great Nanny to Jack, Hattie, Ethan, Penelope and Evelyn and a dear sister. A private family funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 4th March. Donations if desired for St Michael’s hospice would be greatly appreciated. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers, 17 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. Tel: 01432 272465

CRADDOCK Alun

Sadly, passed away on February 7th 2021 aged 69 years. Loving husband to Lyn, Dad to Steve and Leah, a loving grandad to Jake, Sophie, Katie and Joel, brother to Jan. Due to the current restrictions a private family funeral will take place. Donations if desired in memory of Alun are for MacMillan Cancer Support, these can be sent directly to the charity. All enquiries to Shayne Hogg Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

DAVIES Herbert William “Bert”

Of Lower Burton. Passed away peacefully on February 9th, 2021. Aged 89 years. A private Family Funeral Service will take place at the Church of St Mary, Eardisland at 12 midday on Monday, February 22nd, 2021. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for the Macmillan Renton Unit (payable to Wye Valley NHS Trust Charitable Fund). Funeral Arrangements by Oak Tree Funeral Services, The Wharf, Eardisley, HR3 6NS Tel. 01544 327829

GRIEVE James Douglas

Died peacefully at Bromyard Community Hospital on February 8th, aged 94 years. Beloved Husband to the late Peggy, loving Father to Ian, Lesley, and the late Alan. Cherished Father in Law to Ann and Ian. Loving Grandad and Great Grandad. There will be a private Service at Hereford Crematorium. Enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors 23-24 Gaol Street, Hereford HR1 2HU. 01432 273736.

HADLEY DONALD FREDERICK

Of Kenchester (originally of Avenbury) Passed away at The Weir Nursing Home January 14th, 2021 aged 95. Beloved Husband of Gwen, Father of David and Mark. Due to current restrictions a private funeral service (by invitation only) will be held at the Church of St. Michael, Kenchester on Tuesday 23rd February, 2021. Donations if required towards the upkeep of Kenchester Church. All enquiries to Abbotsfield & Dawe Brothers, Cantilupe Road, Ross-on-Wye. Tel: 01989 562762

HARPER Ann

Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on February 6th 2021 aged 85 Years. A much-devoted Mother to Karen and Bob, Nigel and Amanda. Beloved Grandma to Laura, Ady, Becky and Keira and GG to Katie, Billy, Danny, Mollie, Rosie, Alexis and Blake. Due to the current restrictions a private family service will take place. Donations if desired in memory of Ann for The British Heart Foundation can be sent directly to the charity. All enquiries to Shayne Hogg Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

SANDERSON Margaret Ada (Peggy)

Passed away peacefully on February 10th 2021 at Venns Lane Care Home aged 97 years. Loving Mother to Philip and Margaret and a dear Gran and Great Gran. Due to the current restrictions a private family service will take place. Donations if desired in memory of Peggy are for the RNLI and Midlands Air Ambulance, these can be sent directly to the charities. All enquiries to Shayne Hogg Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

SIMCOCK Tina

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving Family, at St. Michael’s Hospice, on Monday, February 8th, 2021, aged 57 years. A private Funeral Service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday, February 26th. Anyone wishing to pay their respects is invited to stand in the driveway to the Crematorium at 10.50 a.m. Please observe safe social-distancing. To watch a livestream webcast of the service log on to https:// www.obitus.com/ (Username Lari3873 password: 772055) Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, to St. Michael’s Hospice or Cancer Research UK may be sent to the Funeral Directors: Oak Tree Funeral Services, The Wharf, Eardisley, HR3 6NS. Tel: 01544 327829.

SIMPKINS Michael John

Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on February 10th 2021, aged 76 years. Loving husband to Dot. Father of John, Trina, Bob & Jackie and Loving Grandfather. Mick will be missed by all those who loved him. Due to current restriction a private service will take place. Donations will be received for the Victoria Eye unit at Hereford County Hospital c/o Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. Tel: 01432 272465.

TIPTON (nee Ball) Valerie Jane

Of Tupsley. Peacefully on February 13th with her family by her side, aged 63 years. Beloved wife of Brian. Much loved mum of Matthew and Leanne. Step-mum to Ashley. A loving grannie and sister. Due to restrictions a private family service to be held.

TRIGG Gwendoline

Sadly passed away on January 30th, 2021 aged 85 Beloved Wife of the late Sidney. Much loved Mum to Leslie. Will be greatly missed. The Funeral Service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday, February 24th at 3.45 p.m. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors Telephone: 01432 273736

WHITE Yvonne Anne

Passed away at her home on February 6th, 2021 aged 77 years. Beloved Wife of the late Philip White. Loving Mother to Dean, Wayne and Sally, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Due to restrictions a private funeral is to take place at Orcop Church on February 22nd, 2021. Flowers welcome or donations if desired to Herefordshire Chest Fund to be sent via Shayne Hogg Funeral Services, Hereford. 01432 341871