Hereford Times death notices published Thursday, December 14

Here are the death notices published in the Hereford Times on Thursday, December 14.

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ASHMAN Bernice

Passed peacefully aged 91. Now reunited with her beloved husband John. Loving mother to Phil, Rob, Jenny and the late Keith. Devoted grandmother and great-grandmother.

Funeral to take place at Hereford Crematorium 2.15 p.m. on Friday 29th December, 2023. Family flowers only. No black please. Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society. Abbotsfield Funeral Directors 01432 356445.

BALLINGER Elizabeth

Peacefully passed away on 3rd December aged 84. Much-loved mum of Sam and Susie. Wife of the late Mr John Ballinger.

The funeral service will be held at the Church of St Peter, Peterchurch at 12pm on Monday 18th December, followed by burial. Family flowers only, donations if desired are to benefit RNIB. All enquiries to S A Evans Funeral Directors, telephone :01432 273736.

BEVAN Annette

Passed away peacefully on 26th November 2023, aged 83 years. A much-loved sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

A private family funeral will take place to commemorate Annette’s life; donations in her memory (for The Shakespeare Hospice) may be sent c/o A.E. Bennett & Sons, 34 Sheep Street, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6EE.

BOWEN (nee Preece) Margaret Ann (Ann)

Passed away peacefully on 27th November 2023 aged 83 years. Sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Lower Broadheath Church on Friday 22nd December at 1:30pm followed by an interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please with donations to The British Heart Foundation sent via Bedwardine funeral services website(obituaries) or at the church on the day. All enquiries to Bedwardine Funeral Services. Tel No. 01905 748811

BURNETT Patricia Rose MBE

Born 8th October 1931 in Watford. Passed 17th November 2023. Beloved, mother, grandmother, aunt and great-grandmother. Remembered for her commitment to the welfare of military families and to Girl Guiding in Herefordshire. Deeply missed by her children Simon, Sarah, and all the family.

CHAPMAN June

Passed away peacefully at Hereford Hospital on Friday 24th November 2023, aged 90 years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place on Monday 18th December 2023 at Hereford Crematorium at 10.15. Enquiries to R.W. Mann & Son Funeral Directors, Tel: 01568 612358.

D’LONRA Pamela Gillian

22nd April 1934 -17th November 2023. Passed away peacefully on 17th November 2023, aged 89 Years. Beloved wife of the late Derek, loving mother to Kevin, much-loved grandmother to Hannah and Elliott and a friend to many.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday 20th December 2023 at 1:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, will go to The Stroke Association. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH

DAVIES Susan Ann (Sue)

Mum passed away at her home on the 27th of November. Beloved mother of Ashley, wife of Paul, sister, daughter, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Forever in our hearts.

Her funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium 22nd of December 11.15. Family flowers only, donations to Herefordshire Wildlife Rescue. Her wake will be held at the Left Bank.

DAVIS Anthony John (Tony)

Of Tedstone Wafre. Passed away peacefully, at home, on November 29th 2023, aged 76 years. Husband of Claire, dad to Andrew, Lu and Jennie and a wonderful grandad and great-grandad who will be very sadly missed.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday, December 21st at 11.15am. Floral tributes or donations if desired for St. Michael’s Hospice may be sent to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

ENNIS Anthony

Sadly passed away at home on 6th December 2023 aged 70 years. Beloved husband of Sandra. Loving father of Jonathan.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Wednesday 27th December 2023 at 12:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

GWILLIAM Philip John (Phil) 

10.11.49 - 02.12.23. Aged 74 years, passed away suddenly but peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He is dearly missed by his wife Dale, son John, daughter-in law-Tracy, brother Robin and partner Amber, sisters Carol and Janet, brother-in-law Ken, and many nephews and nieces, great nephews and great nieces. He loved every one of them. Also step grandchildren whom he had not met.

The funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium at 1.15pm on Wednesday 27th December. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Cancer Research UK. Anyone who isn’t attending the service and wishes to pay their final respects can do so as the hearse leaves Greenfields at 12.30pm and then travels through Kington Town Centre. All enquiries to Oak Tree Funeral Services, tel. 01544 327829

HALE Graham Kenneth (GKH)

Former head of the drama department of The Bishop of Hereford’s Bluecoat School Passed away peacefully after a long illness courageously borne on Monday 4th December 2023 aged 78 years. Devoted husband of Marian, and friend and mentor to many. 

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium at 1.15pm on Thursday 4th January 2024. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Guide Dogs for the Blind and Diabetes UK At Graham’s request please wear bright and comfortable clothing. For all enquiries, please contact: Oak Tree Funeral Services Independent Family Funeral Directors Leominster: 01568 250030 Eardisley/Kington: 01544 327829

HILL Henry (Harry) 

15th April 1933 - 26th November 2023. Passed away peacefully on 26th November 2023, aged 90 years, at Newstead Nursing Home, Venns Lane. Beloved husband of Joyce, loving father to Sue and Nicola and father-in-law to Stuart. Much-loved grandad to Sarah, Neil, Abi and Izzy. Adored great-grandad of Lily, Poppy and Arlo, and a friend to many.

The funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday 19th December 2023 at 9:30am. Followed by a private family burial in Hereford Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired, will go to The Dogs Trust. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH

JONES Brian Thomas

Passed away on 3rd December 2023 aged 87. Beloved husband to Norah, father and father-in-law to Julian and Joanne. Grandfather to Lydia. Missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral to take place Wednesday 3rd January 2024, 11.15 a.m. at Hereford Crematorium. Donations only to Dore Community Travel via website (registered charity 1097172) or on the day of the service.

LEWIS Evan (Lew)

Passed away peacefully in Hereford Hospital on Friday 1st December 2023 aged 58 years. Loving husband of Veronica, father of Alison, loving brother, son-in-law, brother in law and uncle. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

The funeral service will take place at Kingstone Church on Saturday 16th December 2023 at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only please or if desired donations for Hereford ICU unit may be left at the funeral service, or sent to Shayne Hogg Independent Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

MORRIS Desmond (Des)

19-12-34 Sadly passed away, peacefully in The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, on 4 December 2023. Amazing father to Clare, grandfather to Connor and Holly, brother to 12 siblings. Contact RW Mann for funeral details.

PANNIERS Mary Katherine (nee Edwards)

Formerly of The Rose Gardens, Hereford, Burley Gate, and Wolferlow Court. Passed away peacefully, at Whitegates Care Home, Bromyard on November 27th 2023, aged 95 years.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday, January 2nd 2024 at 12.15pm. No flowers please. Donations received in memory of Mary will be for the Injured Jockeys Fund. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900)

QUINN Patrick Frederick (Pat)

It is with much sadness that Pat’s family must announce his sudden passing on Sunday 26th November 2023 aged 63 years. A much-loved husband of the late Lorraine, a devoted dad to Charmaine and Simone, a very dear grandad of Benjamin and Samuel, a very special twin brother to Venetia, and a much-loved friend to many. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 18th December 2023 at 4:15pm. Flowers welcome, or donations greatly received to go to The Combat Academy. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066.

SEVENOAKS Joan

Of Llanwarne Passed away on 29th November 2023 at Hereford County Hospital, ages 90 years. Wife to the late John, mother of Richard, Michael, Peter and Timothy.

Joan’s funeral will be a graveside service at Christs Church, Llanwarne, on Wednesday 20th December 2023 at 11.00am, followed by burial. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired, made payable to “Christs Church, Llanwarne” c/o Golden Valley Funeral Services, Wormbridge Court, Herefordshire, HR2 9DH. Tel: 01981 257230.

SHAW Keith Arthur

Of Bartestree. Passed away peacefully on Monday, 4th December 2023 aged 88 years.

The funeral service will take place at Hereford crematorium on Friday 22nd December 2023 at 9.30 am. 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.

SMITH Myra Ann

Of Lichfield Avenue, sadly passed away at the Hereford County Hospital on 21st November 2023 aged 80 years. Loving wife of Barry. Much-loved aunty of Lorraine and Jan and sister-in-law of Colin.

Funeral service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on 19th December 2023 at 12:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Hillside Animal Sanctuary and the Cats Protection. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 340200.

THEAKSTON Donald Wilfred (Don) 

Born in Silvertown, East London, on 9 February 1930, died peacefully in Brockington House care home in Hereford on 8 December 2023, at the age of 93. Donald is survived by his loving wife, Pauline Mary Theakston (nee Wells), children, Graham Donald Theakston, David John Theakston and Emma Elizabeth Mackay (nee Theakston), and grandchildren Leah, Claud, Harvey, Anni and Zoë.

The funeral, arranged by Cathedral Funeral Services, will be held at Hereford Crematorium, Westfaling Street, Hereford, HR4 OJE on Tuesday 9 January 2024 at 11.15am. Family flowers only, however charitable donations, if desired, can be made to Oxfam, WaterAid, and/or Médecins Sans Frontières.

WOOD Edith

Passed away peacefully at West Eaton Care Home on Wednesday 6th December 2023, aged 95 years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 3rd January 2024 at Hope Under Dinmore Church at 11am followed by the committal. Enquiries to R.W.Mann & Son Funeral Directors, Tel: 01568 612358.