Yahoo News 'Dear mum' who died 'unexpectedly' remembered in Cornwall death notices
A 'dear mum' has been remembered this week as part of Cornwall's death and funeral notices. Tracey Oldfield was just 56 years old when she died on Thursday, October 24, and is sadly missed by all of her family and friends.
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Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Barbara Irene JAMES (NÉE HOCKING)
Passed away peacefully at Penrice Community Hospital on October 31, 2024, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Clifton (dec), loving mum to Linda, Anne and Alison, a devoted gran to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a loving sister to Michael.
Much loved and will be missed by all family and friends. The family would like to thank Heligan Ward at Penrice Hospital for their care in mum's final days.
Funeral to take place 4.30pm, Monday, November 18, 2024, Kernow Chapel, Penmount Crematorium. Family flowers only.
Donations in memory of Barbara for Cancer Research UK may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro, TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.
(nee Strick) on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, peacefully at Penlee Care Home, Ada Rosemary, aged 92 years of Penzance formerly of Lamorna. Beloved wife of the Late Billy Jewell, much-loved Mother of Paul, Kim (deceased) and Jimmy. Loving grandmother.
Funeral service was held at St Buryan Methodist Church on Tuesday, November 19 at 2 pm. Followed by interment.
Family flowers only but donations if so desired for the Alzheimer's Society by retiring collection or may be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel. 01736 364062.
(nee Trewern) On Sunday, October 27, 2024, peacefully at her home, Joan, aged 81 years of Nancemeer Farm, St Newlyn East. Beloved wife of David, much-loved mum of Jacqueline and Richard loving gran of Amy, Hayley, George and Anna.
Funeral service was held at St Newlyn East Parish Church on Friday, November 22 at 11.30 a.m. Private cremation.
Family flowers only but donations if so desired for Critical Care Healing Garden, RCH Charity F2716 or for Diabetes UK by retiring collection or may be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance, TR18 2AW. Tel 01736 364062.
On Tuesday, October 29 2024, passed away at Royal Cornwall Hospital Treliske, Truro. Lorna aged 65 years of Carbis Bay.
A dear mum to Esta and Holly, a much-loved grandma to Kymmy, Emily, Taran and Tamikah, and special great-grandma to Jarod and Kensa. Sadly missed by all family and friends.
Funeral service was at Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 11am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Mr Lumpy and Friends by retiring collection or c/o David Hendy Funeral Services, Treswithian, Camborne,, TR14 7NW. Tel: 01209 612025.
Elizabeth LONG-CARTWRIGHT (Charley)
(Charley) Beloved sister to Paul and Steven, sister-in-law to Marina and Alison. Aunty to Claire, Rebecca, Hannah and Elliott.
Great aunt to Amalie, Alfia, Rubi and Freya. After a long battle of ill health which she fought very hard and with dignity. Sadly passed away on October 26 at her home in Leicester.
Now reunited with Mum and Dad. Forever loved always. The Charley family Xxxx
of Redruth, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, aged 92 years. Brian, beloved husband of Sally, much-loved Dad of Jo and Susan, dear brother of Sheila and Val and devoted Grandpa to Tom, Lamorna and Piran.
Funeral service was at Penmount Crematorium, Kernow Chapel, on Friday, November 22 at 11.30am. No flowers please, by request but donations welcomed, in aid of the RNLI, by retiring collection or may be sent direct to the charity.
Enquiries to the Funeral Director, Richard Putt at: Bernard Williams and Son, "Carriage House," 1 Mount Ambrose, Redruth, TR15 1NX Telephone: 01209 315060.
Michael William (Mike) MCFARLANE
At home on November 5, 2024 in the presence of his much-loved wife Mary following an illness bravely borne, aged 78 years. Will be sadly missed by family and friends.
Mike's funeral service to take place at The Park Crematorium, Plymouth, Ceremony Room One at 1pm on Monday, November 25. In memory of Mike please bring a single flower.
Donations, if so desired, to support the work of The Mustard Tree at Derriford Hospital may be made online via funeral-notices.co.uk. Enquiries to Earl of Plymouth PL2 3AA 01752 605550.
Pauline Frances MEDLYN (nee Wills)
Of Mickleton Gloucestershire formerly of Camborne, Cornwall. Passed away peacefully at Four Seasons Care Home on October 22, 2024 aged 87 years.
Beloved wife of John Medlyn, formerly of Redruth (1936 - 2017). Mother of Nicola and Johanne. Funeral Service was at The Vale Crematorium, Fladbury on Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11am.
Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Sue Ryder may be placed online via https://paulinemedlyn.muchloved.com. Enquiries to Merstow Green Funeral Home, Evesham 01386 49903.
Sadly passed away on October 21, 2024 aged 88 years. A wonderful dad, grandad, great-grandad and friend. Together again with his beloved wife, Jen. Forever in our hearts x x x
Funeral service was held at The Park Crematorium, Ceremony Room 2 on Monday, November 18 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please.
Donations, if desired, can be made by retiring collection for the work of the RSPCA. Enquiries to- Co-op Funeralcare, 61 Exeter Street, Plymouth. PL4 0AH Tel: 01752 303800.
of Greystones, London Apprentice, died peacefully in her sleep, in her own bed, in her own home on Tuesday, November 5, aged 100 years and eight months. It just what she had wished for.
With love from a surviving daughter, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
of St Day, passed away peacefully at home, on Friday, November 1, 2024, aged 85 years. Brian, beloved husband of the late Diane, much-loved Dad of Scott, devoted Papa to Jasmine and Alex, a cherished father-in-law, brother-in-law and uncle to his nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service at St Day, Holy Trinity Church, was on Monday, November 25, at 1.30pm, followed by Interment at St Day Cemetery. No flowers please, by request but donations welcomed, in aid of the World Wildlife Fund, by retiring collection or sent direct to the charity.
Enquiries to the Funeral Director, Richard Putt at: Bernard Williams and Son, "Carriage House," 1 Mount Ambrose, Redruth, TR15 1NX Telephone: 01209 315060.
Passed away peacefully November 3, 2024 surrounded by her family, aged 75 years. Beloved wife to Ken, loving mother to Helen and Sharon, much-loved Nanna to Joseph, Owen, Harry and Keeley, Great Nanna to Bobby, Junior, Matilda, Noah and Lottie and sister to Eileen, Roger and David.
Loved and missed by all who knew her. We know you are in heaven and looking down on us, and when we look up to the stars, we know that is where you will be.
Funeral service took place at The Park Crematorium, Ceremony Room 1 on Friday, November 22, 2024 at 12noon. Family flowers only.
Donations, if so desired, will benefit the fundraising efforts of Consort Care Home for their entertainment for residents. Enquiries to: 20 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, PL4 7AA 01752 603552 info@knapmanfamilyltd.co.uk.
On October 27, 2024 at Bolitho, Jim passed away peacefully, aged 78 years. He was the much-loved husband, dad and grandad and will be sadly missed.
The funeral service was held at St Erth Church on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 11am. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to Surfers against Sewage and Alzheimer's Society, at the service or contact the Funeral Director, Saints Funeral Services (01736 447070).
On Sunday, November 10, 2024, passed away peacefully at home aged 94 years of Truro. Beloved wife of Frank, loving mother of Angela, Sheila, Caroline and Alan, nanna of Emma, Adam, Donna, Rachel and David, great nan of Lauren, Hazel, Nicole, Isobel, Jack, Archie, Tegan and Samuel.
Funeral service 11.30am, Friday, November 29, 2024, Kernow Chapel, Penmount Crematorium. No flowers by request.
Donations in lieu for Marie Curie may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.
On Thursday, October 24, 2024, passed away unexpectedly at Treliske Hospital. Tracey aged 56 years of Portreath.
A much-loved wife to Alan and a dear mum to Kayleigh, Kyle, Amy, Hannah and Ria. A loved grandma to Caitlin, Eva, Kade, Myla, Roman, Olivia, Freya and Arlo.
Sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service was at Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Monday, November 18 2024 at 10am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Kidney Care UK and Diabetes UK by retiring collection or c/o David Hendy Funeral Services, Treswithian, Camborne, TR14 7NW. Tel: 01209 612025 At the requested of the family, please wear something with colour.
of Trevenen Bal, formerly Franchis Farm Passed away peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2024 at his home, aged 84 years. Dearly-loved husband of Margaret, much-loved dad of Karen and Kevin, and Adele and Gary, and loving Pa of James, Ethan, Billy and Ruby.
He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service was at Wendron Parish Church on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 11am.
Donations in aid of Helston Memory Café can be made via www.pendlefunerals.org.uk or by retiring collection. All enquiries to Pendle Funeral Services, Helston, Tel: 01326 573080.
On Monday, November 4, 2024, passed away at home, with her family by her side. Jenna aged 37 years of Camborne, formerly of St Erth.
A much-loved wife to Richard and a dear mummy to Zachary and Poppy. Sadly missed by all family and friends.
Funeral service was at St Erth Parish Church on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 12:30pm followed by cremation. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Meningitis UK by retiring collection or c/o David Hendy Funeral Services, Treswithian, Camborne, TR14 7NW. Tel: 01209 612025.
On Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at her home in Porthleven, aged 75 years. A loving mother and granny.
Funeral service took place at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne on Thursday, November 21 at 12noon. family flowers only, donations for Cancer Research UK may be given by a retiring collection, funeral-notices.co.uk or sent to F E Strike & Sons, Funeral Services, Penlee, West End, Porthleven, Tel: 01326 562492.
Peacefully on October 17 at Treelands, Tedburn St Mary, aged 90 years. Sister of Alan and the late Marjorie and a dear aunt and great aunt.
Funeral Service was at The Exeter and Devon Crematorium Tuesday, November 19 at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Dementia UK c/o A.White & Sons, Albert Road, Crediton, EX17 2BZ.
On Sunday, November 3, 2024, passed away at Treliske Hospital, aged 80 years of Probus. Beloved wife of Roy, loving mother of Kathryn and Clare, granny of Adam, Edward, Zoe, Ruben and Oscar.
Funeral service was at 1pm, Friday, November 22, 2024, Trelawny Chapel, Penmount Crematorium. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu, if desired for Merlin, Cornwall's Neuro Therapy Centre, may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. The Merlin Centre provided Liz with much love and support as well as physical therapies during recent years. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ
Peacefully but suddenly at home in Lelant on Thursday, October 24, 2024, aged 89 years. Adored mother of Mark and Neil, and a much loved mother-in-law and grandmother.
Funeral service at St Hilary Parish Church on Friday, November 29 at 11am. Family flowers only.
Donations, in Heather's memory, for RSPCA and Cancer Research UK may be sent to Marcus Wilkinson, Funeral Director, Alfred Smith & Son, 31 Clarence St, Penzance TR18 2NX (01736) 362592 or via www.alfredsmithfunerals.co.uk.
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, peacefully at home, Dorothy Margaret, aged 92 years of St Ives. Beloved wife of the Late James (Jim) Hodge Thomas, Mother of Gillian and Jennifer, Grandmother to Giles, Tom, Flora, Farahnaz and Dariush and great-grandmother to Isabella, Ada, Rafael, Dario, Pleun and Harriet Dot (who was born on October 27, a day after Dorothy's death).
Funeral service at Zion Community Church, St Ives on Monday, November 25 at 1.30 p.m. Followed by interment.
Family flowers only please but donations, if so desired, for: D.E.C. (Disasters Emergency Committee) may be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel. 01736 364062.
Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Harry aged 84 years of St Columb Minor, Newquay.
Dearly loved Dad of Lisa and Darryn, and much loved Grandad to Alice, Sophie, Abbie, Mia, Willow, Poppy and Reef and a dear brother and uncle. Funeral service was held at St Columb Minor Church on Friday, November 22, 2024 at 12noon followed by interment.
Family flowers only but donations in lieu for Children’s Hospice South West can be given by retiring collection at the funeral service or online using the link at HenwoodFunerals.co.uk.
(Justin Black) Sadly passed away at The Countess Of Chester Hospital on Sunday, November 3, 2024, aged 78 years, following a long battle with cancer. Formerly of Pencoose Farm, Kenwyn, Truro and former pupil of the Cathedral School, Truro.
A much-loved father of Rebel, Tara and Sean and partner of Susan. Funeral service to take place at Chester Crematorium, Blacon Avenue, Chester, CH1 5BB on Thursday, November 28 at 2pm.
Traditional attire is requested with a splash of red. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Justin to Cancer Research UK will be gratefully received.
For all enquiries, please contact Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services, Tarporley Road, Tarvin, Chester, CH3 8NF. 01829 740002.
Peacefully at home in Plymstock on October 25 aged 61 years. Cherished husband of Julia.
Beloved Dad of Jasmin, Aaron and Robyn. Dearly loved son of Dad Robert, Mum, Maureen (deceased) step-mum, Lorraine and sisters, Jacqui and Tina.
Proud grandad of Austin, Reuben, Rose, Tristan, Florence and Harry. 'When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure'.
Funeral service was held at The Park Crematorium, Merafield Road, Plympton, Ceremony Room One on Thursday, November 21 at 11am. Formal attire by family request.
No flowers, donations if desired for Lighthouse Club Southwest may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson, Plymstock, PL9 9BR Tel: 01752 404042.
Passed away at home on Thursday, November 7, 2024 aged 89 years. Much loved wife of Ken and mum of Michael, Mandy and Angela.
Funeral Service at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Monday, November 25 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only.
Donations if desired in Betty's memory are for St Luke's Hospice and may be given through the retiring collection. All other enquiries to C P Coombe Funeralcare 01579 383349.
(Reggie) Sadly passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024 aged 88 years old. A wonderful, kind and generous man.
Loving husband to Norah (deceased) and loving dad to Sue, loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great uncle. Loved and greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Thank you to all the caring staff at Meadowside and Saint Francis. Funeral service to be held at Plymouth Crematorium at The Park, Ceremony Room 2 on Thursday, November 28 at 11:30am.
Donations, if desired, to Prostate Cancer UK by retiring collection or by visiting www.reginald-wilson.muchloved.com. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Plympton (01752) 208059.
of St Day, passed away peacefully at home, on Sunday, November 3, 2024, aged 73 years. Velda, beloved wife of Keith, much loved Mum of Mark, Melanie and David, a dearly devoted Nanny to Max, Sam and Alfie.
Funeral service was at Penmount Crematorium, Trelawny Chapel, on Tuesday, November 19, at 1pm No flowers please, by request but donations welcomed, in aid of the MS Society, by retiring collection or may be sent direct to the charity.
Enquiries to the Funeral Director, Richard Putt at Bernard Williams and Son, "Carriage House," 1 Mount Ambrose, Redruth, TR15 1NX Telephone: 01209 315060.
Peacefully at home on November 7, 2024 in the presence of her loving family, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of Douglas Victor, treasured mum of Lillian, Cynthia and Victor and the dearest mama to great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Rest in peace. Rosario's funeral service took place at The Park Crematorium, Ceremony Room Two at 2.30pm on Friday, November 22. Family flowers only, by request, however donations in lieu, if so desired, to benefit the work of Marie Curie may be made online via funeral-notices.co.uk or by retiring collection at the service. Enquiries to Earl of Plymouth PL2 3AA 01752 605550.
In Memoriams
Nicholas Ronald (Nicky) ARSCOTT
04.03.1960 - 12.11.2022 It's now two years since you passed our love for you will always last In our thoughts every day missing you in every way All our love from Mum and Dad, Karen, Jeff and family XXXX
Even though you broke my heart we will never be apart 'love you my brother' from Dizzy Boy (Jerry) XXXX
My beautiful wife, our loving mum and beautiful nan. As life goes on without you nothing is the same, we have to hide our heartache when someone speaks your name, sad are the hearts that love you, silent are the tears that fall, living here without you is the hardest part of all, you did so much for us, your heart was kind and true and when we needed someone we could always count on you.
The special years will not return when we are all together, but with the love in our hearts you walk with us forever, sleep tight our beautiful angel, sending all our love. Buddy, John, Dean, Jimmy, Emma, Toni and your beautiful grandkids. xxxxxxxxxxxxx
It's been five years now. Loved and missed every single day. Your loving Partner Terry xxx
Life can never stay the same, no matter how we try. Our hands can never stop the clock of life from ticking by. But love remains unchanging, in the care of sorrowing hearts. For as the love of life is stilled, the love of memory starts.
Now reunited with his wife, Thelma, after 16 years apart. We miss you both, everyday. Love always, Linda, Christopher and Natasha xxx
Passed away November 15, 2014. Treasured memories of a dear sister, cousin and friend. Sadly missed by Ivy, the family, her friends and all at Averlea.
They say Mum, time is a great healer, but sadly for us it's not. Our hearts still break every day, and the tears will never go away. You are not only our Mum, but our best friend and hero. Linda and Stephen xx
Birthday Memoriams
11.11.1929 - 15.06.2014 Right now I am in a different place and though we seem apart. I am closer now than I ever was, I am there inside your heart. Loved and missed by Family and Friends xxxxxxx
Acknowledgements
Valerie and family would like to express their thanks to everyone who sent flowers, cards and messages of sympathy at the sudden death of Edwin. Special thanks to Jo of Okement ward and her team of wonderful nurses. Special thanks to Canon Michael Hall for officiating a wonderful service, Margaret Down for playing the organ, and to CJ Steer and Son Ltd Funeral Directors for their sympathy and understanding.
Paul Brimacombe for a wonderful tribute and John Stevens for the psalm reading. Edwin's Four Grandsons for carrying him on his last journey. Donations for Bow church amounted to £1005.00. God bless you all.
Judith Mary (Judy) HOWLETT (nee Wadland)
(nee Wadland) (Judy ) Martin and family wish to thank so many friends and colleagues for their attendance at the celebration of life service for Judy. Generous donations of £1250 were received in memory of her chosen charities - Children's Hospice South West and RNLI.
Grateful thanks also to Mrs E Broad (Homeleigh Garden Centre) for receiving of donations, Reverend Andy Atkins for conducting the service and CP Coombe Funeral Directors.
To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.
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