Hereford Times death notices, published October 21

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COBB Roy

97 years young Our lovely Dad and dear husband to Pat left us on 10th October 2021 at the Forbury Residential Home. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. There is a private cremation but after everyone is welcome to celebrate his long life at St Paul’s Church Tupsley on 1st November at 1.30pm. Bright colours, no flowers but donations to the Royal British Legion and Prostate Cancer UK. Enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors 23-24 Gaol Street Hereford 01432 27373.

DOCHERTY Rita

Aged 65 years. Passed away on 27th September 2021 surrounded by the love of her Husband and children. She was the Loving wife to John, dearest mum to Johnlee, Vikkii, Amy, Justin, mother-in-law to Di and Ethan and the most devoted grandmother to Jake, Asha and Lexi. She dedicated her life not only to her immediate family but as an adored Sister, Aunty, niece, cousin, friend and care giver to many whom she looked after in their times of need in the only a way that she knew how, whole-heartedly. There will be a church service at St Martins Church on 8th November at 12.30 followed by a burial at Hereford Cemetery. A wake will follow proceedings for those able to attend. Flowers or donations to a charity of your choice in her name are appreciated. Arrangements with S A Evans Funeral Directors Gaol Street, Hereford 01432 273736.

EVANS Janet

Sadly died on 8th October 2021 at Hereford County Hospital aged 82 years. Janet, Beloved Sister of Marie, Loving Aunt of David, Sian and Kathryn. And their Families. Janet will be sadly missed by all her friends and relatives A service of remembrance and thanksgiving will be held on Saturday November 6th 2021 2.00 pm. at St Martins Church, Hereford HR2 7RJ. A private family burial will take place in the morning. No flowers please. Donations if so desired will be received for St Martins Church, Marden Church and MIND C/O Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH TEL : 01432 272465

GUNDY Steven Robert

Gentle, kind Steven passed away at home on 25th September 2021 May his music play forever in his memory. Steven’s funeral will take place at Loughborough Crematorium on Monday 25th October at 1.15pm All enquiries to Co-Operative Funeralcare, 1-3 The Crossways, Birstall LE4 4ED Tel 01162671624

HAINES David Charles

Passed away peacefully at Hereford Hospital on 3rd October 2021 aged 65 years. Loving son of the late Edward William and Marina Joyce. Leaving beloved wife Angie, Brother Barry, Julie and the late Brian, loving mother-in-law of Mary and sister-in-law of Lorraine. The funeral service will be held on Friday 29th October at Holy Trinity Church at 1pm, followed by Burial at Hereford Cemetery at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired in memory of David are for MacMillan and the Royal Infirmary Gloucester. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066.

HAMMOND Elizabeth Dora

Of Llanfihangel Nant-Melan Passed away peacefully at home on 8th October 2021 aged 89 years Loving wife of the late Ben, adored Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She will be missed by all her Family and Friends. Funeral service will take place at St Michael’s Church, Llanfihangel on Friday 29th October 2021 at 12noon Family flowers only. Donations if desired will be given to St Michael’s Church, Llanfihangel Nant-Melan and The National Stroke Association For further information please contact A.W.Hughes & Son Independent Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217

HARRISON Terence ‘Terry’ Anthony

Sadly passed away on 11th October 2021 aged 60 years. Son of Ann and Tony. Father of Sarah and Katherine. Brother of Lynne. Loving partner of Yvonne. Funeral service to be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 4th November 2021 at 12:15pm and afterwards at The Welsh Club. Attendees are requested by the family to wear colourful attire. Family flowers only and donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066.

HERBERT (Nee James) Gaynor

Passed away suddenly on 4th October 2021, aged 63 years. Devoted Partner to Kevin, loving Mother to the late Paul, loving Daughter to Margaret and the late Trevor, Sister to Anita and Malcolm and the late Carole, Sister in Law to Christopher, and Cheryl, Aunty to Stephen, Robert, Carla, Ryan, Kelly, Sarah, Luke and Lucy, Great Aunty to Charlotte, Jay, Mya, Isabel, Olly, Ruby, Louie, Poppy and Archie. Gaynor will be sadly missed by all who knew her Funeral service to take place on Wednesday, November 3rd 2021. Service and Burial At St Paul’s Church, Tupsley, Hereford HR1 1RT at 12:00 Noon Donations will be received for Midland Air Ambulance. Floral tributes may be sent to Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH TEL : 01432 272465

HITCHINGS John Eric

Born 30th October 1928 Passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on 13th October 2021 aged 92. Much loved husband of Brenda. Devoted father of Michael and Janie and loving grandfather of Sarah, Jonathan and Sam. Funeral at St Peter’s Church Bullinghope on 9th November 2021 at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to Midlands Air Ambulance/RSPCA Arrangements by Bayley Brothers, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH 01432 272465

HUNT-DAVIES Elsie Maud

Passed away peacefully, at Hereford County Hospital, on October 5th 2021, aged 91 years. Wife of the late Eric Wilfred Hunt-Davies. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

LLEWELLIN Margaret Elspeth (Beattie)

Of Bartestree. Suddenly but peacefully passed away in her sleep on September 28th, aged 77. Beloved wife of Ron, much loved mother to Richard, Lance and Fiona. Cherished nan to Rees, Beth, Nia, Freddie, Zac, Indi, Daisy and Alfie. Funeral service will take place at St Mary’s Church, Hay on Wye on Monday, October 25th at 11.30 followed by burial in Hay Cemetery. Family flowers only, however, donations if desired for St Michael’s Hospice may be sent to Bayley Brothers.

LLEWELLYN Joan Marie

We are sad to announce the passing of Joan at St Michael’s Hospice on October 9th 2021 aged 74 after a courageous battle Loving wife to Dave and mother to Hayley and James mother in law to Mel and Jim and doting Nanna to Jack, Poppy, Marley and Skylar. A celebration of Joan`s life will be held at Hereford Crematorium on the 26th October at 12.15pm. All will be welcome It was Joan’s request that mourners wear colourful clothing Family flowers only please. Donations will be received in Joan`s memory for St Michael’s Hospice. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street Hereford HR4 0HH Tel 01432272465

LUCK Andrew Charles ‘Andy’

’Former Pest Control Manager’ At Herefordshire County Council. Of Bromyard. Passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Hospice, Hereford on 3rd October, 2021. Aged 65 years. Loving Son, Brother and “One in a million Husband”, Team Mate, who will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral and Cremation will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 2nd November, 2021 at 2.15 p.m., to which all are welcome. Family flowers only. Donations received in memory of Andy will be shared with Cancer Research UK and St. Michael’s Hospice, Hereford. Enquiries to A.H. Caldicott & Sons, Funeral Directors, 15 Market Street, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8BH. Tel: 01584 810281

MASON Gerald Stephen Thomas

Of Eaton Bishop and formerly Ocle Pychard, passed away peacefully at home on 7th October aged 97. A treasured Dad to Clive, Gary, Paul, Linda and Heather, and a dear Grandad, Great-Grandad, father-in-law and friend to many. Funeral service will be held at Eaton Bishop Church on Monday 25th October at 2pm, and afterwards at Eaton Bishop village Hall. Donations to RNLI and Eaton Bishop Church. Family flowers only please. Enquiries to S A Evans funeral directors Hereford 01432 273 736.

MATTHEWS Mavis

Peacefully passed away at Holmer Court on October 6th 2021, aged 92. Much loved Mum, Nan and Great Nan Funeral service will be held at Clehonger Church on Monday 1st November at 9.45am followed by cremation at Hereford Crematorium at 11.15am. Family flowers only, however donations if desired for Dementia UK may be sent to Bayley Brothers, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. Tel: 272465

PARK Ian John

20.10.1958 - 17.10.2021 The family sadly announce that Ian peacefully passed away in his sleep after a long illness. Ian was a loving husband, father and grandfather and a keen member of the HSMBA. He enjoyed playing for Ross Short Mat Bowls Team and Herefordshire County Team as well as participating in the County Committee. A private family celebration of his life will be held as per Ian’s wishes. The family request that instead of flowers donations are made to the Macmillan Care Team in Ian’s name.

PREECE David

Of Canon Pyon Sadly passed away on 6th October 2021 aged 80 years. Beloved husband of the late Pat, loving father to Katherine, father-in-law to Mark and grandfather to Molly and Flynn. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 2nd November at 11.15am followed by refreshments at Canon Pyon Village Hall. Everyone is welcome. Family flowers only however donations to Parkinson’s UK will be gratefully received.

PROSSER Jennifer Margaret ‘Jenny’

Of Ewyas Harold, sadly passed away peacefully at home on Saturday October 9th aged 66 years. Dearly beloved wife, mother, daughter and grandmother. A private family interment will take place today. Donations if desired in memory of Jenny are for St Michael’s Hospice and Marie Curie which may be sent to Shayne Hogg Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

RANASINGHE Mark

Very sadly passed away on 30 September 2021, after a short illness in Hospital. Loving husband of Margaret; Dad to Jude and Aaron; father-in-law to Maria; and Seeya to Amy, Luke and Philippa. Taught Mathematics for many years at Chase High School. A quirky and entertaining character, who will be hugely missed and always remembered. For details of the funeral service, please contact Ledbury Funeral Services. Tel: 01531 633388.

WATTS Gillian (Gill)

Passed away peacefully at home on the 17th September following a painful illness bravely born lasting two years. Gill was known for her work with the Bartestree and Lugwardine Gardening Club for which she was Chairman for a number of years, and also for the various plant sales in aid of charities. She was very popular with the members of the other organisations with which she was associated. After a marriage lasting 53 years to her loving husband Geoff, she also leaves behind a son who will miss her deeply. May she now rest in peace. Arrangements through S A Evans Funeral Directors 23-24 Gaol Street Hereford 01432 273736

WESTBURY Colin Raymond

Previously of Stretfordbury / Hamnish. Passed away at Hazelhurst Nursing Home on 13th October 2021, aged 93 years. Much loved Husband to Audrey. Loving Dad and Grandad who will be sadly missed by all. A funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 2nd November at 3.15pm. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster, HR6 8ND. (01568) 612225

WILLIAMS Lynda Annette ‘Lyn’

Former teacher at Hunderton Primary School. Passed away peacefully, at Hampton Grange Nursing Home with her family by her side on Saturday 16th October 2021, aged 71. Beloved wife of David, devoted mum to Richard and Nick, mother in law to Lisa and Emma and a loving Nanny to Abbie, Sophie, Annie, Mary and George. The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 28th October, 2021 at 12.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Megan Baker House and Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to Cherished Funerals, Longtown, Hereford, HR2 0LX. Contact Kate Gladwyn 01873 860675