More than 70 tributes have been paid to people from Devon who have died recently. Among them is the founder of five businesses on Tiverton’s Gold Street, Beverley Wheatley, who died last month. Her family says her “unassuming but warm nature, quick wit and friendliness will be greatly missed.”
Every week, we carry out the longstanding tradition of announcing the deaths of members of our community and we are proud of the trust placed in us to do so. In last week’s notices, the family of Stephen Purchase from Exeter announced that he had died at the age of 53, following an illness which they say he faced “with incredible bravery”.
The death and funeral notices, in memoriams and acknowledgements are first published to funeral-notices.co.uk where they remain permanently. There, people are able to add their own photos, tributes and donations, should they wish to.
The most up-to-date notices in Devon can be found here.
Below are the death and funeral notices published earlier this week:
Death Notices
Passed peacefully away, at Torbay Hospital on 21 May 2023, aged 85 years. Loving and much loved father, father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Late of Brixham and Torquay but formerly of Bridgwater and Taunton. Husband of the late Janette Ellen Ivy Baker. A funeral service will be held at Stockman and Loram Service Chapel, Brixham on Tuesday 20 June at 12.30pm followed by a Celebration of his Life at Brixham Yacht Club. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Peter for Alzheimer’s Society, R.N.L.I. (Torbay Lifeboat), R.A.F.A. (Royal Air Force Association), Friends of the Vigilance or the Fishermen’s Mission may be given online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or sent care of Kim Palmer Funeral Director Stockman and Loram, 19 Holwell Road, Brixham, TQ5 9NE 01803 882385
Died peacefully at Abbotsfield Hall Nursing Home on the 31st May 2023. Aged 95 years. Much loved wife of the late Tony. Dearly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 15th June at St Mary’s Church, Sampford Spiney at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, but any donations to Mary Budding Trust would be welcome by retiring collection or via www.morrisbros.co.uk Enquiries to Morris Bros Funeral Directors Lakeside, Tavistock, PL19 OAZ 01822 612023
Passed away peacefully on 28th May 2023 age 73, in the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. A much loved partner, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. The funeral service will take place at Banbury Crematorium, Hardwick Hill, Southam Road, Banbury OX16 1ST, on Monday 3rd July 2023 at 2pm. Donations, if desired, to Oxford Hospitals Charity 0168.
Peacefully on 27th May 2023 at The Old Rectory, Janet aged 86 years. Much loved wife of John, loving mother of Susie. A dear grandmother of Robbie and Shona. Funeral Service at St Bartholomew’s Church, Crewkerne on Monday 12th June at 11:00 am followed by interment in Crewkerne Cemetery. All welcome at 3.00pm at Reed Hall at the University, Exeter for a Commemoration of Jan’s life. Family flowers only please, donations for Hospiscare may be given by retiring collection, or sent to LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HH Or online at www.leroyfunerals.co.uk
Of Hatherleigh. Passed away peacefully at home, on 29th May 2023, aged 63 years. A dear father, son and brother. Sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin, on Friday 30th June, at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in memory of Brian are for Hatherleigh Carnival Committee and Hatherleigh Parish Pump, which may be left by retiring collection at the service, or sent c/o Albery & Redstone Funeral Directors, 15 East Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AS, 01837 55299
(Ken) On May 19th 2023, suddenly but peacefully at R.C.H Treliske, Truro. Ken aged 79 years of St Austell. Dearly loved husband of Marlene. Loving dad of Lisa and Robert. Dear father-in-law of Alison and to Mike. Much loved and respected by his family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Trelawny Chapel, Penmount Crematorium, Truro on Monday June 12th at 11am. Family flowers only but donations if desired for F.L.E.E.T can be kindly placed in the donation box at the service. Any enquiries to Personal Choice Funerals Par 01726 815050
Peacefully on the 19th May 2023 at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. Jill was aged 86 years. With very much love from her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral service at Exeter and Devon Crematorium, St Peter’s Chapel on Friday 16th June 2023 at 9.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Woodland Trust may be given by retiring collection, sent to LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HH or online at www.leroyfunerals.co.uk
Peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family at Merafield View Care Home on the 29th April 2023, aged 72 years. Sadly missed by her husband Phil and son Sean. Nina, Josh and Yaz. Funeral service to be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Thursday 15th June 2023 at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Anne can be made by retiring collection for Cancer Research UK. St. Budeaux Funeralcare 72 Victoria Road St Budeaux Plymouth PL5 1RF Telephone 01752 362222
Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 12th May 2023, aged 82 years. Dearly loved by his wife Lynne and all his family and friends. A lovely man who will be sorely missed. Funeral service to be held at North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on Monday 19th June at 11am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the North Devon Hospice or Cancer Research UK can be made by retiring collection at the service, online at www.rpbfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices or c/o L. Clarke & Sons 1 Caen Shopping Precinct, Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526.
(Roe) On behalf of my family, I sadly share the news of the passing of my beloved wife, Lisa Jane Digby. Lisa passed peacefully surrounded by family in her beautiful home on Sunday 14th May 2023. We kindly invite you to join us for her service at North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple Friday 16th June 2023 12.00pm. Her celebration of life will then follow at the Thatched Inn, Hillsborough Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 9PG. Cards and enquiries c/o A.D. Williams Funeral Directors, 31 Portland Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9NL, (01271) 866332
Passed away peacefully on 25th May 2023, aged 71 years. Beloved sister, mother and granny, she will be lovingly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Friday 9th June at 10am. Family flowers only please, however, donations in lieu can be made by retiring collection to Cancer Research UK or sent directly to the charity. Co-op Funeralcare, Devonport 152 Albert Road Plymouth PL2 1AQ 01752 565102
On Friday, May 26th 2023, Freda of Upham, passed away, aged 99 years. Dedicated wife of the late Norman, loving mother of Stephen and Heather, treasured nan of her grandchildren and cherished great-nan of her great-grandchildren, a much loved auntie. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at East Devon Crematorium, on Thursday, June 22nd 2023, at 10:45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Freda, in aid of Cancer Research UK, can be given by retiring collection may be sent to:- Walter H. Squires & Son Chapel of Rest, 11 Wellbrook Street, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 5JW.
On Saturday 20th May 2023 at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, Geoffrey John aged 79 years of Penzance. Much loved father of Stuart, and the brother of Val. Funeral Service on Wednesday 14th June at Treswithian Downs Crematorium at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, for the RAF Benevolent Fund may be received at the service or sent c/o the Funeral Director Charles Bryant (W J Winn) North Road, Goldsithney, TR20 9JY, Tel; 01736710318
(née Baker) Formerly of Topsham, passed away on the 28th May 2023 at Alphington Lodge. Jennifer aged 87 years. Beloved wife and soulmate to the late Ivan. Much loved mum to baby David, Kim, Shaun and the late Danny. Loving nanny to Adam, Samantha and Sarah. Great nanny to Ebony, Bethany, Harry, Ruby, Daisy, Francesca, Florence and Teddy. Forever in our hearts. Funeral service at Exeter and Devon Crematorium on Thursday 8th June 2023 at 1.30pm. All enquiries to LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HH
Passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday 16th May 2023. Aged 73 years. Loving mother of Elaine, Mark and Philip. Much loved Nan of Victoria, Philip and Rosi Mai. Loving ‘Big’ sister to Vic. Will be truly missed by all. The funeral service will be held at Efford Crematorium on Friday 16th June 2023 at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for The Speedway Riders Benevolent Fund may be left online at wcpltd.com. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Ivybridge, PL21 0DB Tel: 01752 690909
On 1st June 2023 peacefully at her home, aged 82 years of St Keyne. Beloved wife of the late Tommy Foss. She will be dearly missed by all her family. Funeral service will take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium on Wednesday 21st June at 4.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for The Mustard Tree by way of retiring collection or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent c/o Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors, Trelawney House, Heathlands Road, Liskeard, PL14 4DH.
(Nee Hall) Jan from Gunnislake, died peacefully at home on 19th May, aged 78 years. Loving wife of Pete and mum to Paul and Sara. Nan to Georgia, Rosie, Kate, Ben and Rebekah; great-nan to Lily. “Life is eternal and love is immortal, and death is only an horizon, and an horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.” Funeral Mass: 1pm on Tuesday 13th June at the Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Tavistock. Jan was always sad to see too many cut flowers, so we kindly request no flowers other than our own family spray please. Retiring collection for donations to Mary’s Meals and The Little Way Association; both charities close to Jan’s heart. All enquiries to C P Coombe Funeralcare, Callington. Tel:01579 383349
Passed away peacefully on the 30th May 2023, aged 77 years. Much loved wife, mother, nanny and great nanny, who will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. The funeral service will be held at Torquay Crematorium on Monday 19th June at 1.20pm. Please do not wear black, purple is preferred. Donations in lieu of flowers are to the Rowcroft Hospice. Torbay and District Funeral Service, 11 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, TQ1 3SB
(Tony) Passed away on Monday 15th May, aged 73 years. Much loved dad and brother, he will be greatly missed by all. Tony’s funeral will take place at St Andrew’s Church, Cullompton on Friday 9th June at 2.00. Family flowers only please but donations in Tony’s memory for the NSPCC may be made by retiring collection or sent to Pring and Son, 50 Fore Street, Cullompton EX15 1LB.
On 25th May 2023, peacefully passed away following a short illness, at the North Devon District Hospital, aged 81 years, of Shop, Morwenstow. Beloved Wife of the late Henry. Devoted Mum to Keith, David, Michael, Carol, Ali & Judith, a dear Mum-in-law, Nanny, Great Nanny & Great Great Nanny. Funeral Service at The North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on Thursday 15th June at 12:20pm. Please wear something blue. Family flowers only, donations in Vera’s memory may be given to Bude & Stratton Cancer Research U.K., by retiring collection or c/o Denise Wellington Funeral Services, Thornelea, St Anne’s Hill, Bude, Cornwall. EX23 0LT. Or direct to the Charity through Just Giving within the obituary page on our website www.denisewellingtonfunerals.co.uk
(OZANNE) Passed away on 22nd May 2023 at Derriford Hospital aged 80 years. Devoted wife of Laurie, Dearly loved mother of Sue and Carol, Treasured grandmother of Will & Ruth and David & Hattie. Funeral service to take place at Crownhill Methodist Church on 22nd June 2023 at 1:45pm Followed by a family cremation at Efford. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for Action for Children All Enquiries to Crownhill Funeralcare 12-14 Morshead Road Crownhill, Plymouth (01752) 303830
Tony Peacefully at home after a short illness, on the 17th May 2023 Tony sadly passed away aged 91 years. Beloved husband to Eileen of 70 wonderful years. Much-loved dad to Paul & Tod and father-in-law to Janet & Kim. Adored by his grandchildren & great-grandchildren. He will missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Service to be held at St Peter’s Chapel, Exeter and Devon Crematorium on Friday 16th June 2023 at 2:30pm. Traditional mourning attire & family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Grand Appeal, Bristol Children’s Hospital by retiring collection or sent to LeRoy Funerals, 10 Alphington Road, Exeter EX2 8HH
On 3rd June 2023 at Derriford Hospital aged 88 years of Liskeard. Funeral service will take place at the Glynn Valley Crematorium on Thursday 22nd June at 3.30pm. All enquiries c/o Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors, 01579 343168
On 28th May 2023 peacefully at Mulberry Residential Home, formerly of Colesworthy Farm, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mum to Robert & Andrew and dear mother-in-law to Mary & Sophia. Loving grandma to Alison & Scot, Steven & Helen, Kathryn & Ewan, Eleanor & Peter and great grandma to Freya, Hollie, Ruby, Isabelle, Rory, Rose, Struan and Evelyn. Funeral service to be held on Monday 19th June at St Michael’s Church, Ilsington at 12 noon. Family flowers only but donations (if desired) in Margaret’s memory for St Michael’s Church, Ilsington and R.A.B.I. on retiring collection or c/o Christophers’ Family Funerals Ashburton TQ13 7DX
(Venn) Died 23rd May 2023 after a long illness. Beloved wife of the late John ‘Jack’ Hickish, mother to Toby, Alexandra, Leo and James. Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Private Cremation. Thanksgiving Service 11:30 on Friday 9th June at St Mary’s Church, Alderbury, Wiltshire, at which garden posy’s are welcome. Any donations to Salisbury Hospice please. A later Memorial Service at St Martins Church Lewannick to be arranged for September
On Sunday, May 28th 2023, Keith, passed away peacefully at home in Cullompton, aged 78 years. Much loved husband of Ann, loving dad of Mark and Lucy, Ian and Nicola, treasured and devoted grandad of Issey, Harriet, Gabe, Mani and Bea. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. A Service of Celebration for the life of Keith will take place at East Devon Crematorium, Whimple, on Monday, June 19th at 12:15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Keith, in aid of Cancer Research UK, can be given by retiring collection or may be sent to:- Walter H. Squires & Son Chapel of Rest, 27 Higher Street, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 1AJ.
On 25th May 2023 peacefully at Liskeard Community Hospital aged 87 years of Saltash. Beloved husband of the late Maureen, loving dad of Greg, Lisa, Darren and the late Brad, much loved grandad of Chris, Josh, Rachel, Izzy, Megan, Jack, Briony, Charlie and companion to Jean. Brian was a much respected employee of Rogers of Brixton. Funeral service will take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Tuesday 20th June at 12:30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for Marie Curie and can be made online at www.ugaldeandson.co.uk by way of retiring collection or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent c/o Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors, Trelawney House, Heathlands Road, Liskeard, PL14 4DH.
On Saturday 27th May 2023 at his home surrounded by his family, John aged 82 years of St Stephen. Beloved husband of Wendy. Will family and friends kindly meet for a funeral service at St Stephen-in-Brannel Parish Church on Thursday 15th June 2023 at 11:00am followed by a private interment. No flowers by request but donations if so desired to Cornwall Air Ambulance c/o Robert Bunt & Sons, Funeral Directors, St Dennis, St Austell, PL26 8AB Tel 01726 822218 or by retiring collection.
Passed away suddenly at the North Devon District Hospital on 5th June 2023. Formerly of Swimbridge. Much loved husband of the late Carole, loving father, gaffer and great granddad. Rest in peace, forever in our hearts. Funeral service at the North Devon Crematorium on Tuesday 20th June at 13:40 in the Aspen Chapel. Family flowers only. No black by family request. Donations in memory of Denzil to Devon Air Ambulance c/o Funeral Directors. South Molton Funeralcare 2a West Street South Molton Devon EX36 4DG 01769 572476
Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday 11th May 2023. Devoted wife to Henry (Deceased March 2015). A much loved mum to Mike, Pete and Alison. A mother in law to Carrie and Trish. Cherished grandma to Nicola, Steve, Mia, Tanya, Paul, Beki and Emma. Loving Great Grandma to 14 great grandchildren. Also, a dear sister to Malcom and sister in law to Dusty. Loved and missed friend by all who knew her. Funeral service to be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Monday 12th June 2023 at 11:30am. Family and friends welcome. Everyone is welcome to join the family for refreshments after at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth, PL6 5ZD. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Diabetes UK may be given by retiring collection or sent to below address. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare 12-14 Morshead Road Crownhill Plymouth PL6 5AJ (01752)303830
Sadly passed away at Torquay Hospital on Sunday 28th May 2023, aged 93. Husband to Dorothy, dad to Tony, Christopher and Elayne, step-dad to Lynette and David. Grandad to seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Service to be held at St. Matthew’s Methodist Church, Elburton, on Tuesday 20th June at 10:00am, Family flowers only, donations to St. Matthew’s Church by retiring collection. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Glen Road, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 2DE. Tel: 01752 208059
In memory of Denys Hurrell who very sadly passed away at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital on 25th May 2023 aged 95 years. Loving husband to Ellie, father to Sue and Mary, cousin, grandad and great grandad to the extended family, who will all miss him being part of our lives. A private family burial will take place on Tuesday 20th June 2023 at 12.30pm followed by a memorial service on Tuesday 20th June, at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium in St Peter’s Chapel at 1.30pm where all are welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Denys will be for the Little Valley Animal Shelter and the Plymouth Scout Group. Please wear something blue. Mitchell Funeral Services King William Street Exeter EX4 6PD 01392 272682 [email protected]
Sadly, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday 30th May 2023, aged 90. A very much loved, mum, nan, great nan and great great nan. Gone but not forgotten always in our hearts and mind, will be missed so much by all who knew her. Service to held at West Down Church on Wednesday 21st June at 2 o’clock Dress code Black and White. Wake to be advised Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers to “Little Bridge House” Children’s Hospice (sw) on the day or online to funeral directors Baddick and Dymond, Exeter Rd, Braunton, EX33 2JL. email [email protected]. A very BIG thank you to all the staff at Phoenix Care Braunton for their professional and compassionate care over the past years. also, a thank you to the out of hours nurses that attended.
(Terry ) Passed away peacefully at home on 24th May 2023, aged 74. Devoted husband of Carole, much loved dad to Melanie, Vannessa, Claire and son-in-law Chris, loving grandad to Georgina, Max, Charlie and India. Sleep warm my love, the best is yet to come. Private cremation.
(Dave) Passed away on 21st March 2023. Dearly loved son to Bob. Dave will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Efford Crematorium on 13th June at 13:15pm. All enquiries to Coop Funeral Care Crownhill 12-14 Morshead Road PL65AJ (01752)303830
Last of the Skylarks Died peacefully at Eastleigh Care Home, South Molton aged 81. Loving husband of Betty and much loved Dad, Grampy and Great Grampy. Private cremation and memorial
Sadly passed away on 31st May 2023 at Derriford Hospital, aged 79 years. Darling husband to Maureen. Dearly loved dad to Tracy and Darren. Special grandad to Maddy, Megan, and Charlie. Great-grandad to Maeve. Our hearts are broken. Funeral service to take place at Weston Mill Crematorium on Thursday 15th June at 10:45am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St. Luke’s Hospice and may be left by retiring collection. Co-op Funeralcare, Glen Road, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 2DE. Tel: 01752 208059
Passed away peacefully at Halwill Manor Nursing Home on 12th May 2023, aged 90 years. Loving husband to Nancy. Dad to Raymond and Jane, Jean and Ron. Treasured Grandad and Great Grandad. Private Cremation. Thanksgiving Service at Laneast Parish Church on Thursday June 15 at 2.00p.m. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or to the funeral director G.F.Gubbin, Penlaurel, Langdon, Launceston. PL15 8NL.
Passed away on Monday 22nd May 2023 aged 94, at The Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. Much loved mother and grandmother. Ruth will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Ruth’s funeral service will take place on Friday 16th June 2023 at St Mary’s Church, Uffculme at 12noon. Donations in Ruth’s memory for Devon Air Ambulance may be made by retiring collection or sent to Pring and Son, Westhayes, Culmstock Road, Hemyock, Cullompton. EX15 3RJ
Age 95 years. Suddenly but peacefully passed away at Abbeyfield Tamar House Residential Home. Loved by all the family. She will be missed by family and friends. Barbara will be having a private ceremony. Many thanks to all the staff at Abbeyfield Tamar House for all their care.
Passed away at home on 25th May 2023, aged 87 years. Much loved Dad of Simon, Helen, Sarah and Sally. Proud grandad to his ten grandchildren. ‘Fred’ Will be sadly missed by his long term partner and friend Barbara. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 13th June at St Peter’s Chapel, Exeter Crematorium at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Hospiscare may be given at the service or online. Co-op Funeralcare, 119 Cowick Street Exeter EX4 1JD
Passed away peacefully, after a long illness, on 30th May 2023 at home, aged 86 years. Dearly loved mum of Sara and mother-in-law of Zach. Nana of Alex, Nick and Edward. Memories of you in our heart will stay. We miss you more than words can say. Funeral service will be held at St. Gabriel the Archangel Church, Peverell, Plymouth on Friday 16th June at 12.00 noon. Either flowers or donations if desired for St Luke’s Hospice or Royal Free Charity (Amyloidosis Research Fund) may be left online at wcpltd.com. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Crownhill, PL6 5DY Tel: 01752 767676
(nee Crane ) Shirley passed peacefully away at the Hewitt Lodge, Lincombe Hall, Torquay on Tuesday 30th May 2023 aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Cliff Oram. A loving mum to Steve and Kay. Cherished Nan to James, Emma, and Phil. Great Nan to John and Bryony. The funeral will take place at St Mary’s Parish Church, Kingskerswell on Monday 26th June 2023 at 11 a.m. Please wear colours of your choice. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Rowcroft Hospice may be made online to include Gift Aid at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or sent care of Rob Hunt, Funeral Director, Stockman & Loram Funeral Service, 19 Holwell Road, Brixham, TQ5 9NE.
(Bill) Passed away peacefully at home on 25th May 2023, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Greta, much loved father to Gillian & Michael, Angela & Colin and Maria & Martin. Grandfather to Andrew, Charlotte, Katie, Daniel & Aimie, Jodie and Bethany and great grandfather to eleven great grandchildren. Funeral Service to be held at the North Devon Crematorium on Wednesday 14th June at 11:40am. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired, for the NRAS (National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society), may be given at the service or c/o W S Gayton & Son, Pickett Meadow, Old School Lane, Fremington, Barnstaple EX31 3UP
Sad loss of Simon Geoffrey Partridge, 85 years. Beloved Husband of Roslyn Partridge. Father of Miles, Mark, Simon (Deceased) & Geoffrey. Grandfather and Great Grandfather. No black to be worn. Date of Funeral Wednesday 21st June 3.30 at Leusdon Church, St John the Baptist. Donations accepted to Devon Air Ambulance and Parkinson’s.
(Jacko) Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday 25th May 2023, aged 83 years. Devoted husband to Jacqueline. Dearly loved father to Karen & Joanne and father in law to Kevin & Mark. Treasured grandfather to Victoria, Thomas, Grace, Laura, Daniel (deceased) & Matthew (deceased) and great grandfather to Arthur & Charlie. Also, a dear brother in law to Kay. You will always be in our hearts and thoughts, Love and miss you always. Funeral service to take place at Weston Mill Crematorium on Thursday 15th June at 2:00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for St Luke’s Hospice & Marie Curie. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, 12-14 Morshead Road, Crownhill, PL6 5AJ. Tel: (01752) 303830.
(Nee Williams) On Tuesday 16th May 2023, Christine passed away very peacefully in her own home, retaining her dignity and pride. She leaves behind her beloved Husband John. Her loving sons Shaun & Wayne. A loving daughter-in-law Teresa and granddaughter Teresa. No more pain and suffering, fly high with the angels. Funeral service will take place at Efford Crematorium on Thursday 8th June 2023 at 11:30. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, will benefit PDSA and can be made at christinepeel.muchloved.com Coop Funeralcare 72 Pomphlett Road Plymstock Plymouth PL9 7BN 01752 482900
Passed peacefully away at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital on Saturday 20th May 2023, aged 91 years. Loving husband of the late Valerie, much loved Dad of Kelvin and daughter-in-law Sue, loving grandfather of Paul and great-grandfather of Peter and Millie. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A service to celebrate Roy’s life will be held at East Devon Crematorium, Whimple on Monday 12th June 2023 at 1:45pm. Family flowers only please but donations, if so desired, to Sidmouth Hospice at Home c/o Northcott Brothers, 68 Temple Street, Sidmouth, EX10, 9BJ 01395 513207
Passed away peacefully on 19th May 2023, aged 90 years at Derriford Hospital. Husband of Pam, father of Gareth and fondly remembered by Emma. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at Ford Park Cemetery, Victorian Chapel on Thursday 15th June 2023 at 10.30am, following with a wake at the adjoining Visitors Centre. Please dress to celebrate his life. Donations rather than flowers for Children’s Hospice South West may be left via the Funeral Directors or online at: All enquiries to: Knapman Family Independent Funeral Directors 20 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, PL4 7AA 01752 603552 [email protected]
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Reginald Graham Procter, Reg, (G4LAK), a beloved husband, to the late Patricia, a father, grandfather, and friend. Reg passed away peacefully on May 29th, 2023, after a long battle with MND. Reg was known for his sense of fun and humour, and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Reg had a passion for amateur radio, and walking on the moors, and could usually be found either on Dartmoor, or in his radio shack in the cellar. A celebration of his life will be held at Torquay Crematorium on 21st June at 12:40 Family flowers only but donations welcome by retiring collection, to the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
Sadly passed away peacefully on Sunday 28th May 2023. He will be missed by his wife Mary, his daughter Taja and his grandson Kieran. Service is to be held at Weston Mill Crematorium Chapel at 10.45 on Thursday 22nd June 2023. Strictly no black please. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, will be by retiring collection and will benefit the work of Dementia UK. Earl of Plymouth PL2 3AA 01752 605550
(Jan) With great sadness, we announce the death of Jan Pugsley who passed peacefully at the North Devon Hospice on 22nd May aged 68 years. Dearly loved Wife of Martin, much loved Mum of Kerri and Cleeve, adored Nanny to Lottie, Ella and Ruby and special Sister to Tommy, Linda, and Steven. She will be missed so much by all who knew her. A service to remember Jan will be held at North Devon Crematorium on Wednesday 14th June at 1.40pm, followed by a celebration of her life at Portmore Golf Park. Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu of flowers, will be shared between North Devon Hospice and AMMF and can be given at the service or c/o WS Gayton & Son, Picket Meadow, Old School Lane, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3UP
(Jim) Suddenly but peacefully passed away at home on 17th May 2023 aged 81 years. Loving husband to Julie, Brother to Ivor, Gerald, Paul and Margaret (deceased) Dad to Karen, Darrell, Geraldine and all their families. Jimmy’s funeral is to be held at St Boniface Church, St Budeaux on Thursday 15th June at 1.45pm. Please wear something red if you wish. Family flowers only but donations in Jim’s memory for Alzheimer’s Research can be taken by retiring collection.
Passed away on 25th May 2023 aged 59 years. Simon will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at Torquay Crematorium on Thursday 15th June 2023 at 3.30pm. Family flowers only donations if so desired for Rowcroft Hospice at Home by retiring collection or sent c/o Kingsbridge Funeral Directors Devon Square View, Lower Union Road, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1EF. 01548 856340
(nee Kendall) Daughter of Ron and Doreen Kendall and sister of John, Pat and Sue. Died at home in Sidmouth, Devon, on 19th May 2023 aged 71 years. Beloved wife of Dougie, mother to David and Andrew and grandmother of six children, she will be sadly missed by all who knew her as a gentle and loving soul. She is in glory now with her Saviour. A service to celebrate her life will be held at midday on Monday 19th June at All Saints’ Church, Sidmouth, followed by refreshments in the church hall. Family flowers only, but donations can be made if desired to Sidmouth Hospice at Home or Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis c/o Portbury’s Funeral Service or online at www.potburys-funerals.co.uk
Passed away in N.D.D. Hospital on Wednesday 24th May 2023 aged 73 years. Devoted husband to Heather. Loving brother and brother-in-law, uncle and great uncle to his nephews and nieces. Funeral Service to be held at St. Nectans Church, Stoke, Hartland on Thursday 15th June at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, donations if requested to The Devon Air Ambulance and The North Devon Hospice, c/o J L Fulford, Funeral Directors, West Street, Hartland, EX39 6BQ.
Passed away peacefully on 20th May 2023 at Rowcroft Hospice. A loving mum to Eva and Jade. Cherished Nanny to her four grandchildren. Shu will be very sadly missed by all her family and many friends. A funeral service to take place at Kingskerswell Parish Church on Thursday 15th June at 11.30am. All are welcome. Donations if desired can be given to the good work of Rowcroft Hospice which may be given by retiring collection, on-line at www.kjlackfuneralservice.co.uk or sent to K.J. Lack Family Funeral Service. 153 St Marychurch Road, Plainmoor, Torquay. TQ1 3HW Tel: 01803 313200
(Issy) Passed away peacefully at home, on Sunday 28th May 2023 after bravely fighting cancer for the last two years. Lifetime soul mate to husband Bob, mum to Josh and Dan and their partners, sister to Judith and Peter, aunt to Joe and Gemma, great-aunt to Sam and Oli. The funeral service will take place at the Exeter and Devon Crematorium (St. Peter’s Chapel), on Monday 26th June 2023, at 12:30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Issy, in aid of Hospiscare, can be given by retiring collection or may be sent to:- Walter H. Squires & Son Chapel of Rest, 29 Exwick Villas, Exwick Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2AS.
(Tony) Peacefully on Wednesday 24th May aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband of Viv, much loved dad to Chris, beloved grandad to Brooke & Taya. He will be sadly missed by all his family & friends. The funeral will take place at Exeter Crematorium on Friday 16th June 2023 at 11am. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired to the RNLI by retiring collection or c/o M. Sillifant & Sons. 19-20 Holloway Street, Exeter. EX2 4JD or online at
Passed peacefully away on Wednesday 31st May 2023 at Beechcroft Care Home, Torquay, aged 96 years. A much loved Mum, Grandma and Great Grandma.Sylvia will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Torquay Crematorium on Saturday 17th June 2023 at 11.00am. No flowers please but donations if desired for Alzheimer’s Society may be made online to include Gift Aid at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or sent care of Rob Hunt, Funeral Director, Stockman & Loram Funeral Service, 19 Holwell Road, Brixham, TQ5 9NE.
Peacefully passed away on Sunday 21st May at RD & E. Beloved husband, dad, grampy and great-grampy. He will be greatly missed. All invited to St Peter’s Chapel Exeter Crematorium, Thursday 15th June at 11.30. Family flowers only, donations to British Heart Foundation. Funeral attire colourful. Join us for refreshments after the service at Meldon Hall EX20 4LU.
(12.4.1940 – 25.5.2023) Passed away at Derriford Hospital, peacefully in her sleep whilst holding hands with Alan. At rest now after much bravely borne suffering. A wonderful wife who will be deeply missed, and thank you for all the wonderful years and memories we shared together Beryl. Goodnight my love, until we meet again. Your ever loving husband Alan. Special thanks to all the nursing staff who looked after Beryl with such care and compassion on Mayflower Ward, Derriford Hospital. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 21st June, Efford Crematorium, at 2:45pm. Co-op Funeralcare, Glen Road, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 2DE. Tel: 01752 208059
Passed away on Saturday 27th May aged 99 years. A much-loved aunt and friend to many. Christine’s funeral service will take place at St Mary’s Church, Kentisbeare on Thursday June 15th at 12 noon. The family ask that you wear colourful attire in memory of Christine. Family flowers only please but donations in Christine’s memory for Cancer Research may be made by retiring collection or can be sent to Pring and Son, Culmstock Road, Hemyock, Cullompton EX15 3RJ.
Passed away on Wednesday 24th May 2023, aged 89 years. Loving husband of the late Joan, Father to Jac, Steve, Helen & Philip and loving grandad to his seven grandchildren. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 20th June 2023 at 11.00am in St Helen’s Church, Abbotsham, Bideford. Please wear something bright. Donations in memory of John to benefit Over and Above, Alexandra Ward and the National Trust may be given by retiring collection or sent to c/o A G Simmonds & Sons, 28A, Queen Street. Barnstaple. Devon. EX32 8HQ.
(BRON) Passed away peacefully on 19th May 2023. Aged 89 years. A much loved wife to Kenneth. Treasured mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. A Thanksgiving Service will be held at Saltash Wesley Church on Wednesday 21st June at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired made payable to the NSPCC can be left online at wcpltd.com or by retiring collection at church. All enquiries to Pengelly Funeral Service Saltash PL12 6AB. Tel: 01752 848838.
(Jane) Peacefully passed away with her Ashmore family in Buckfast, Devon. Funeral service to be held at 11.15am on Tuesday 13th June 2023 at Torquay Crematorium.
Passed away on the 16th May 2023, aged 70 years. Beloved brother of Paul and Ian and Gillian (deceased). The funeral service will take place at North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on Wednesday 14th June at 3pm. Family flowers only. Donations in Martin’s memory can be made to the Epilepsy Society, by retiring collection at the service, online at www.rpbfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices or cheques payable to the charity c/o L. Clarke & Sons, 1 Caen Shopping Precinct, Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526.
Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 2nd June 2023 surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Jean. Cherished dad of Jane, John and Nicki. You will always be in our thoughts. We miss you dearly. Service of thanksgiving to be held at Woodford Methodist Church on Monday 19th June at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Lukes Hospice Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848
Very sadly passed away 28th May 2023, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of Cathy, much loved Dad to Denise, brother, uncle and good friend to many. Formerly of Barnstaple and Meeth. Mervyn will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his family and friends. Funeral service at St Peter’s Church, Portishead on Wednesday 28th June at 1.30 pm. No flowers please, but donations if desired to the Devon Air Ambulance either at the church service or c/o Co-op Funeralcare (cheque only) in Nailsea. Co-op Funeralcare, 102 High Street, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 1AH
(nee Turner) (Pat) Passed away peacefully at home after a long illness, aged 85. Beloved wife of 66 years to Ron. Mum to Tim, Sheena & Derek. Nannie to Stephanie & John, Michaela & Richard. Great Nannie to Chloe, Poppy & Amber. She will be very sadly missed. The funeral will take place on Tuesday 13th June at St. Michael and All Angels Church, Marwood, at 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made in Pat’s memory to the North Devon Hospice, either by retiring collection at the service, online at www.rpbfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices or c/o L. Clarke & Sons 1 Caen Shopping Precinct, Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526.
Passed away at home in Exeter on 21st May aged 73 years. Son of the late Bob and Jean. Brother of Derek and Pauline and uncle of Claire & Kellie. Funeral service to be held in St Peter’s Chapel, Exeter & Devon Crematorium on Friday 16th June at 10:30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of David, father Bob and grandson Todd for Cancer Research UK at the service or c/o Peter Frank Turl, Funeral Directors, 16 Victoria Road, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0EU. www.peterfrankturl.co.uk
Passed away peacefully on 3rd June 2023, at Mount Edgcumbe Hospice, Brian Henry, aged 71 years of St Austell, formerly of St Stephen. Loving brother of Margaret, Jennifer, Roger (deceased) and Pamela, dear uncle of Tracy, Kevin, Julie, Lisa, Helen and Vicky, beloved partner of the late Sue Stallard, adored pappy of Nicole and Chloe. Funeral service to be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Wednesday 21st June at 10.30am. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Cornwall Hospice Care c/o Paul Bourton Funeral Service, 37-41 Truro Road, St Austell PL25 5JE Tel: 01726 65727 or by retiring collection at the service.
On 8th May aged 93 years. Much loved wife of the late Joseph and a dear mother. Funeral Service at The Exeter & Devon Crematorium on Thursday 15th June at 10.30am. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Kidney Research UK c/o A.White & Sons, Albert Road, Crediton, EX17 2BZ.
formerly Hunt nee Phillips of Fraser Road Exmouth. Passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of 17th May 2023, having being diagnosed for 9 years with dementia. Sheila was born on the 24th October 1934 at 11 Widgery Road, Whipton, Exeter to Arthur Phillips and Lilian Phillips nee Biggs, originally from London. Sheila was a third child of four, sister June (dec), brother Bob (dec) and younger sister Doreen (dec). Beloved wife of John Wakefield, proud mother of John Hunt and partner Hester, Patricia Marsh nee Hunt and husband Ian, son Jonathan Wakefield and partner Maureen. Grandmother to Rebecca Marsh, Kizzi Hunt, Reuben Marsh, Josie Hunt and Roseanna Hayward nee Marsh. Funeral at Whimple Crematorium Monday 5th June at 10.45am. Family flowers only please or donations preferred for Alzheimer’s Society.
Margaret passed peacefully away at Harbour Rise Care Home, Paignton on 31st May 2023 aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late John and a much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be sadly missed. A Service to Celebrate Margaret’s life will be held on Monday 26th June. All enquiries to Stockman & Loram, Funeral Directors 01803 882385. Donations in memory of Margaret for Rowcorft Hospice may be given online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or cheques payable to the charity may be sent care of Stockman & Loram, 19 Holwell Road, Brixham TQ5 9NE
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Beverley Caroline Wheatley (nee Goff) on Wednesday 31st May 2023. Service at Exeter Crematorium on Friday 16th June at 12.30 for friends & Family. We are also asking people to celebrate her life by applauding or throwing a white flower, on her final journey through Gold Street at 11.30 on 16th. Bev is well known locally for setting up Mojos Hair & Beauty, Mademoiselle Mojo, Monsieur Mojo, Frou Frou Bistro, Raffy & Me & latterly as a published author, all on Gold Street Tiverton. Her unassuming but warm nature, quick wit and friendliness will be greatly missed.
(Don) Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday 1st June. Much loved Mum, Nan and Great Nan. Funeral service will be held at Plymstock St Mary’s church on Tuesday 27th June at 1.30pm followed by a get together at Staddon Heights Golf club. At Mum’s request, no flowers or black clothing please. Donations can be made either on the day or directly to St Luke’s Hospice in Lilian’s name.
Passed away on 22nd May 2023 at Derriford Hospital aged 90 years. Sadly missed by his loving wife Joan, son Christopher and daughter in law Susan. Also father to Kathryn (deceased). Funeral service to take place at Weston Mill Crematorium on Friday 16th June at 10am. Family flowers only please. Please consider charitable donations to Anthony Nolan or Children’s Leukaemia Society. St. Budeaux Funeralcare 72 Victoria Road St Budeaux Plymouth PL5 1RF Telephone 01752 362222
Passed away peacefully at Red Gables Retirement Home, on Thursday 1st June 2023, aged 94 years, of Upton, Bude, formerly of Eastcott, Morwenstow. Beloved Husband of the late Jane. Dearest Brother to his late brother Harry and his late sister Audrey. Brother-in-law of Ann. Much loved Uncle of Stephen & Jo. Funeral Service will be held at the North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on Thursday 22nd June, at 11.40am. Family flowers only, but donations may be given if desired, for ‘Age Concern – Bude & District’ by retiring collection or c/o The Arthur W. Bryant Funeral Service, Morwenna Court, Princes Street, Bude. Cornwall. EX23 8AT. Telephone 01288 352282
In Memoriams
Davey Mark our precious son fell asleep June 5th 1963, aged 8 months. Loved and remembered every day. God bless.
Treasured memories of a dearly loved husband, dad and grandad who passed away 9th June, 2018. Greatly missed every day and loved always by wife Carolyn, daughters Sarah and Fiona and families.
Fond and loving memories of Steve, who died on 8th June 2014, and who will live on in his family’s hearts forever. From all the family. xxxxx
Treasured memories of Mum. Died 8th June 1998. Remembered not just today but always with much love. Barbara and Vaughan xx
Birthday Memoriams
Sunrise 03.06.1972 The time to celebrate your birth is here once more, the best day of any parents life I’m sure, to hold you in our arms and to look into those eyes, to see that gorgeous smile we have not seen them for a while, we miss you more and more each day, so this is all we can do and say. Happy heavenly birthday to a wonderful son. All our love and kisses. Mum, Dad, Michael, Steven and Families xxxx
Happy Birthday Mum, it’s been 38 years, still love and miss you. Love to Dad. Yvonne, Keith and Mark x x x
Acknowledgements
Jill and her family would like to thank all those who attended the funeral of her late husband Ken. For the many cards of condolences and flowers sent, to all family, friends and neighbours for all their help and to Ryan the Funeral Director at the Co-op South Molton for his help and sincerity. Also for the generous donations received for N.D. Upper G.I. Cancer Support Group.
Martin and family would like to thank all those who sent condolences on the passing of Gordon and all those who attended on the day. Also thanks to the Co-operative Funeral Services for their support and organisation and the two vicars at Cockington and Higher Brixham churches. Thank you for donations received on behalf of Brixham Does Care and The Donkey Sanctuary.
The family of the late Raymond would like to thank relatives and friends for the cards, messages of sympathy & support during this difficult time. Special thanks to everyone who attended the funeral service, Chris & Kate Lock Funeral Directors, the Revd Gil George, the bearers, the ladies for the tea and for the generous donations which amounted to over £444 for Hospiscare.
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Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.