'Dearly missed' husband remembered in this week's death and funeral notices

A 'beloved' family member who will be 'missed by his family and friends' has been remembered in this week's death and funeral notices. William Michael (Mike) Hasshill died peacefully at Derriford Hospital on June 5.

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Here is a selection of notices, including Mike's, published earlier this week:

Terance (Terry) ALMEY

Terry Passed away peacefully on June 3, 2024, loving husband of Sue, dad, grandfather and great grandfather. The funeral service will be held on Monday, June 17, at 2pm, at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne. Family flowers only, donations in memory, if desired to L.J. Tregunna Funeral Directors 49 Kenwyn Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3DB Telephone: 01872 273568 or please donate at the retiring collection or online here: https://memorygiving.com/terryalmey

Frederick William (Bob) ANDREW

(Bob) Passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Bob aged 94 years of Porth, Newquay. Beloved husband of the late Mary, adored by Rachel, Robert, Helen, Rosalind and Victoria, a much loved uncle of Margaret, Peter, Simon and Louise and an inspirational friend to all. Funeral Service at St Columb Minor Parish Church on Saturday, June 29, at 10am followed by interment. Family flowers only but donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance may be given by retiring collection, sent C/O The Funeral Director, Henwood Funerals, Quarry Park Road Newquay, or online at HenwoodFunerals.co.uk

Bernard John BALLARD

Passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024, surrounded by his family. Courageous and much loved husband of Susan, and an adored and devoted father of Danielle and Olivia. Funeral service in All Saints Church, Falmouth on Tuesday, June 25, at 10am. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu, if desired, to be shared between Mesothelioma UK and Children's Hospice South West (Little Harbour) may be given by retiring collection or c/o Kingsley Tresidder Funeral Service Mill Stream Funeral Home Mill Yard, Ponsanooth, TR3 7EF 01872 863607

Gwendoline Mary BAWDEN

Of Hawkridge Passed peacefully away at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton on Saturday, June 1, aged 87 years. Auntie Gwen to many. Thanksgiving service to take place at St. Giles Parish Church, Hawkridge on Tuesday, June 25, at 2.30 pm. Family flowers only please, but donations welcome for the Church of St. Giles at the service or c/o H. N. Blackmore & Sons Funeral Directors 116 East Street South Molton EX36 3DB (01769) 572338

Janet (Jan) BELL

(Jan) Suddenly and peacefully on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at home, aged 79 years. Beloved wife. Dearly loved mum and step-mum, grandma, great grandma, sister, sister-in-law, auntie and friend to many. Missed beyond words xxxxx Funeral service will be held at Efford Crematorium on Thursday, June 27, at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Stroke Association or British Heart Foundation may be left online at wcpltd.com All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Crownhill, PL6 5DY Tel: 01752 767676.

Kenneth (Ken) BIRD

(Ken) On May 26, 2024, aged 94 years. Reunited with his beloved wife Margaret, and their daughter Sarah. Proud dad, grandad, and great grandad. Much loved and sadly missed, by all his friends and family. Funeral service will be at Efford Crematorium on Friday, June 14, at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Macular Society or The Tuberous Sclerosis Association may be left online at wcpltd.com All enquiries to Walter C. Parson St Judes, PL4 8PJ Tel: 01752 665438

Arthur BLAKE

On May 30, 2024, Arthur aged 88 years of Lesnewth. Much loved Husband of Alice. A dear Father to Douglas, Simon & Orlando. A loving Granfer & Great Granfer. He will be greatly missed by all his family & friends. Funeral to be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Monday June 24, at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Arthur may be given to Cornwall Air Ambulance and British Heart Foundation (BHF) by retiring collection or C/O Stephens & Harris Funeral Directors, Trewalder, Delabole PL33 9ET Tel: 01840212340.

Clifford Thomas (Jeff) BOLITHO

(Jeff) of Redruth Highway, passed away peacefully at home, on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, aged 90 years. Clifford, beloved husband of the late Liz, much loved father of Adrian, father-in-law to Ruth, a devoted grandad and great grandad. Funeral Service at: St Stephen's Church, Treleigh, on Tuesday, June 18, at 1pm, followed by Private Interment, at St Agnes Cemetery. No flowers please, by request but donations welcomed, in aid of Dementia UK, by retiring collection or direct to the charity. Enquiries to the Funeral Director: Bernard Williams and Son, "Carriage House," 1 Mount Ambrose, Redruth, TR15 1NX Telephone: 01209 315060.

Patricia BOWDEN (REDMAN)

(REDMAN) Patricia Bowden passed away peacefully on May 29, at Fernhill House, Worcester, aged 88. Much loved wife of the late Gerald, treasured mother of Stephen, Alison and Helen, caring grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be sadly missed and forever loved.

Hazel BRAY

Died peacefully at Nazareth House, aged 104 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 29, 11.30am at Nazareth House, Durnford Street, Plymouth, PL1 3QR. Followed by lunch at Lavender House, Ashburton. TQ13 7QY Where possible please wear colour Family flowers only, any donations received will be given to Water Aid.

John Sydney BUCKLE

Formerly of Guaranteed Tool Company Died suddenly at home on May, 25, 2024. Much loved husband of Liz. Beloved father of Christopher and Jo, father-in-law of Danny. Treasured Grandpa of Leoni and Levi. Cherished brother of David. 'Come unto me all ye that...are heavy laden and I will give thee rest.' Matthew 11 v 28 (KJB) Funeral service on Wednesday, July 3, at Romsey Methodist Church, 63 The Hundred, Romsey SO51 8BZ at 10.45 am. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Wateraid and sent c/o A.H. Cheater, 122 The Hundred, Romsey, SO51 8BY.

Richard Meredith McNair CHAPLIN (of Newlyn)

(Of Newlyn) It is with sorrow that the Chaplin family announce the death of their father, Richard Meredith McNair Chaplin, who died peacefully on May 17, 2024, at Ponsandane Care Home in Penzance. Richard was born on October 21st 1929 and has lived for the past thirty years in Newlyn, Cornwall. A funeral service will be held at St Pol de Leon Church, Paul, on Friday, June 21, at 12noon, family and friends are all welcome. Donations in memory of Richard will be for St Pol de Leon Church and may be made by retiring collection or sent to the funeral director, Ann Tew at CFS@Peakes of Tolcarne, The Old Surgery, Newlyn, TR18 5PR. Telephone Penzance 01736 362781 (24 hours).

Wendy COAD

Peacefully in her sleep on June 8, 2024, at Mount Edgcumbe Hospice, aged 66 years of Bodmin. Beloved wife of Gavin, much loved mum of Joe and Alex, dearest grandma, sister and auntie. Greatly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral service at Glynn Valley Crematorium on Monday June 24, at 1.30 pm. Donations if desired please in Wendy's memory to Refuge for Pets, by retiring collection or c/o Bodmin Funeral Services, Old Wall Lodge, Castle Canyke Road, PL31 1DU.

Felicity Ann CONNELL (Née Sharples)

(Née Sharples) Died peacefully on May 24, 2024, aged 85 after a short illness, bravely endured. Dearly loved by her husband, Richard, her children, Louisa, Richenda and Tom, her sister, Sue and brother, Christopher. Beloved grandmother to Imogen and Surina. Grateful thanks to Dr Hancock and the team at Monkswell Ward, Derriford Hospital. Funeral to be held at 2pm on June 21, at the Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady and St Neot, Liskeard, PL14 6BW. Donations in memory of Felicity are for: SPANA, Fauna & Flora International, Animals Asia, Plan International, and Operation Smile and can be made online at www.ugaldeandson.co.uk by way of retiring collection or c/o Enquiries to: Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors, tel 01579 343168, email enquiry@ugaldeandson.co.uk.

Gillian CUDLIP

Peacefully passed away at home on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Now re-united with her beloved husband Brian. Loved and missed by all her family and friends Funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 13, at 11am at Roborough Methodist Church followed by a private family committal. Family flowers only please, however donations if desired may be left by retiring collection to Asthma & Lung UK. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare Crownhill 12-14 Morshead road Crownhill Plymouth PL6 5AJ TEL: 01752303830.

Annie (Nancy) DU MERLE

(Nancy) With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Annie (Nancy) du Merle, who entered into eternal peace on Friday May 24, 2024, at the venerable age of 102. Nancy was a patriot who served in the Admiralty during the Second World War and continued her service in the diplomatic corps in Paris post-war, where she met her beloved husband, Foulques. The couple eventually made their home in the beautiful county of Cornwall, the place of Nancy's birth. We invite all who knew and cherished Nancy to join us in celebrating her remarkable life at 10am, Monday, June 24, Trelawny Chapel, Penmount Crematorium, Truro. Your presence will be greatly appreciated as we bid farewell to a life well-lived. Donations in lieu of flowers for Cornwall Air Ambulance may be made via www.memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.

Monica Joy FRANTOM (Kitt)

(Kitt) On Sunday, June 2, 2024, Monica Joy Frantom (nee Kitt) of Beweys Park, Saltash and formerly St Dominick, aged 87 years. Devoted wife of John and loving Mum to Nicola, James, Adrian, Lewis, Alison and Wayne. Nanny to Grace, Garry, Harry, Megan, Jade, Rob, Tegan and Ethan. Great Nanny to Lyla and Lola. The funeral will take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium at 2.30pm on Monday, June 24. Family flowers only please. Donations in Monica's memory for Cornwall Air Ambulance or Alzheimer's UK by retiring collection or via https://monicafrantomneekitt.muchloved.com and then afterwards at Lanhydrock Golf Club. Dress code - No black please. Bright colours preferred. Any enquiries to C P Coombe Funeral Services, Callington 01579 383349

Lucy Edith FURSE

Passed peacefully on May 30, 2024, at her home on Cliff Street, Mevagissey, Lucy Edith Furse aged 93 years from Mevagissey. Loving wife of Andrew. Adored aunty and great aunty. Much loved friend to many. Funeral service will take place at St Andrew's Church, Mevagissey on Monday, June 17, at 1.30pm, followed by a committal at Trewinney Cemetery, Mevagissey. Family flowers only please. A donation box will be provided on the day of the service by Ken Newcombe Funeral Home, Holmbush.

Thelma GRANT

On Friday, May 31, 2024, peacefully after a long illness, Thelma, aged 93 years of St Austell, formerly of Nanpean. Beloved wife of Bert (deceased) and dear mum to Royston and Deidre, loving gran of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Will family and friends kindly meet for a funeral service at St Stephen-in-Brannel Parish Church on Tuesday, June 18, at 11am followed by interment at Nanpean Cemetery. All flowers to be sent to Robert Bunt & Sons Funeral Directors, St. Dennis, St. Austell, PL26 8AB Tel: 01726 822218.

David William Osborne (Dave) GREEN

(Dave) Passed away peacefully on May 31, 2024, at Mount Gould Hospital aged 87 years. Loving husband to Frances(Fran). Devoted dad to Andrew and Jeanette and their spouses Ally and Richard. Cherished Grandad to Emma and Callum. Funeral service to celebrate David's life will be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Tuesday, June 18, at 11.30am. If you wish, please wear something green to remember David's love of Plymouth Argyle and Holbeton C.C. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Dementia UK or St. Luke's Hospice - Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com All enquiries to Walter C. Parson St Judes, PL4 8PJ Tel: 01752 665438.

Kay (Catherine/Kathleen) HARDY

Catherine/Kathleen. Passed away peacefully on Monday, June 3, 2024, aged 85 years, at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro. Formerly of Walkinstown Road & Greenlea Park Dublin .Moved Kings Avenue Minnis Bay Kent, More recently Perran Downs Cornwall. Beloved wife of Barry, deceased, much loved mum to Trish, son in law Chris, Barry and daughter in law Spela, sister to Mona, brother in law Jim, Bill and sister in law Olive. Kay was so very much loved and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends in the UK and Dublin. A funeral service will be held at the Penwith Woodland Burial, Rose Farm, TR19 6AN on Tuesday, June 25, at 2pm. Flowers will be welcome at the service. For any further details please contact the funeral director Ann Tew Peakes of Tolcarne, The Old Surgery, Newlyn, Cornwall TR18 5PR.

William Michael (Mike) HASSHILL

(Mike) On June 5, 2024, peacefully at Derriford Hospital aged 88 years of Liskeard. Beloved husband of Denise, he will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at St Keyne Church on Friday, June 28, at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for Cancer Research UK or RSPCA 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

Peggy HAYNES

Peacefully, on June 4, 2024, at home, surrounded by her family, Peggy, aged 89 years of Port Isaac, formerly of Trebetherick and St Minver. Much loved wife of the late Harold, loving mum, gran, great gran and great great gran. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Tuesday, June 18, at 2.30 pm. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Prickles & Paws, Hedgehog Rescue and The Flicka Foundation can be made online via the Memory Giving website, by retiring collection or sent c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Bill HICKS

On May 24, 2024, William George (Bill) of Camelford passed away peacefully aged 93 years. Beloved Husband of Jean. Much loved Dad of Sue & Don, Tony & Julie, Ali & Andrew. A devoted Grampy, Great Grampy and a dear Brother to Mary. He will be greatly missed by all his family & friends. Funeral service to be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Thursday June 20, at 12.30pm. If possible, please wear a splash of colour as Bill would have wished. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Bill may be given to benefit Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) by retiring collection or C/O Stephens & Harris Funeral Directors, Trewalder, Delabole PL33 9ET Tel: 01840212340.

Brenda Christine (Nee Devereux) HILL

(Nee Devereux) Suddenly and tragically taken Wednesday, May 15, 2024, aged 78 years. Former employee of Devonport Dockyard (ISM) Loving wife of Bob for 45 years, beloved Mum to Paul, Mother in Law to Giovanna, Sister to Terry, (George, Marjorie, Audrey, deceased) Loving Sister in Law, Aunty and Friend to all. No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God can tell us why. Funeral to be held on June 18, at 2pm at Weston Mill Crematorium. Bright colours to be worn please, no black. Family flowers only. A retiring collection for St Luke's Hospice and Cornwall Air Ambulance in Brenda's memory. Bob and Paul would like to thank the staff at Kernow Mill Trerulefoot, Saltash, Ambulance crews, Cornwall Air Ambulance for their tireless effort to save Brenda and Devon Cornwall Police for their care. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare St Budeaux. St. Budeaux Funeralcare 72 Victoria Road, St Budeaux Plymouth PL5 1RF Telephone 01752 362222.

Helga HOLLAND

Died on her 65th Wedding Anniversary, June 8, 2024. Helga Holland, nurse and school teacher. Beloved wife of John, loving mum of Helen and Coryn, dear mother-in-law to Mike and a much-loved grandmother to Katy and Chris, Jessica and Ben. A family funeral is to take place but donations in memory of Helga if so desired, to benefit Cancer Research UK, can be sent c/o The Funeral Director, Henwood Funerals, Quarry Park Road, Newquay, TR7 2NP or given online at HenwoodFunerals.co.uk.

Margaret Elfreda HUMPHREYS

Peacefully on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, with her family by her side, Margaret aged 79 years of St Austell and formerly of St Ives. Beloved wife of the late John Humphreys, much loved mum of Edmund, Jean-Luc, Raoul and Celestine, and a loving grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service on Friday, June 21, 4pm at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne. Family flowers only and donations accepted on behalf of Diabetes UK c/o W.C. Matthews & Son, Funeral Directors, Rhoc, Marias Lane, Sennen, Penzance, TR19 7BU Tel: (01736) 871265 funeraldirectorspenzance.co.uk

Norman Sydney Charles HUTCHINGS

Passed away on June 3, 2024, aged 75 years. Loving husband of Akiko and a much loved dad of Mark, Chris, Andrew, Rupert and Rowena. Funeral Service at Calstock Parish Church on Monday, June 24, at 11am, followed by burial. Family flowers only. Donations if desired in memory of Norman are for either Dementia UK or The British Heart Foundation and may be given through the retiring collection. All other enquiries to C P Coombe Funeralcare, Callington Tel: 01579 383349.

Bill JECKELLS

On Thursday, May 30, 2024, peacefully at West Cornwall Hospital, William Adrian (Bill), aged 63 years of Penzance. Beloved Husband of Nancy Dearly loved by all his family and friends. Donations in memory of Bill for Sue's Cat Rescue (Redruth) may be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel. 01736 364062.

Megan JEWELL (Eleanor)

(Eleanor) Passed away suddenly on May 25, 2024, at Derriford Hospital. Aged 83 years of Saltash. Beloved wife of Graham. Loving mother of Mark, Simon & Andrew. Much loved Grandmother of Thomas, Matthew, Isaac & Zlatko. No longer by our sides but forever in our hearts Funeral service to be held at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church, Bishops Close, Saltash on Thursday, June 20, at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired in memory of Megan for either the Leukaemia UK and Macmillan Cancer Support by retiring collection at the service. All enquiries to Pengelly Funeral Service Saltash PL12 6AB Tel: 01752 848838.

Bernard Richard (Jimmy) JEWELL

(Jimmy) Peacefully passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024, aged 94 years. Per Ardua Ad Astra "Through Adversity To The Stars" Funeral service to be held at Efford Crematorium on Wednesday, July 3, at 10:45am. Family flowers only. No black to be worn, informal dress please. Donations if desired, can be made by retiring collection, in aid of The Gurkha Welfare Trust/Devon Air Ambulance, in memory of Bernard. You are warmly invited to join the family for light refreshments, after the service at Plympton Conservative Club, 109 Ridgeway, PL7 2AA, to celebrate Bernard's life. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Plympton (01752) 208059.

Paul JOHNSON

Passed away after a short illness on May 26, 2024, at Mount Gould Hospital. Aged 66 years. Dear brother of Graham. Uncle of Ross, Lucy and Liam. Funeral service to be held at St. Stephen-by-Saltash Church on Wednesday, June 19, at 2pm. Followed by a private cremation at Weston Mill Crematorium. Family Flowers only please. Donations if desired for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection at Church or sent directly to the charity. All enquiries to Pengelly Funeral Service Saltash PL12 6AB. Tel: 01752 848838.

Alan JOHNSTONE

Alan of Four Lanes, Redruth, sadly passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of Sue (dec'd), beloved father of Vickie and Matt. Alan will be forever in our hearts. Funeral service 2.00 pm, Monday, June 24, Treswithian Downs Crematorium. Donations for Alan's favourite charity RSPB may be made via www.memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.

Joan Elizabeth LANGRAN (Massett)

(Massett) Joan (nee Massett (Giltjes), beloved mother to Jonathan (deceased) and Annabel, grandmother and great-grandmother, after a brave battle died peacefully May 22, aged 97. Dearly loved, forever missed. Service and interment at St Mewan Parish Church, St Austell Cornwall on June 19, at 1pm. Floral tributes welcome. All enquiries Ken Newcombe Funeral Directors, St Austell PL25 3JN, Tel: 01726 75869.

Kenneth Hugh (Ken) LAUNDER

(Ken) Ken, aged 80, passed suddenly on June 1. Beloved husband of Sue, father of Katherine and Chris, grandfather of James and Joel, brother of Kevin and Kim, and friend to so many. He will be greatly missed every day. Funeral to be held at North Devon Crematorium 10.20am Friday, June 28. Enquiries to Funeral Directors: Co-op Bideford Funeralcare. 01237 472008. Any donations to BLESMA.