Death notices and funeral announcements made in the last week

Mr Hawkins is among those whose death has been announced this week
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Matthew Philip BOULTER

Of Westbury on Severn, formerly of Cheltenham. Passed away suddenly on 8th January, aged 47. Loving partner of Lesley, Dearly loved Father and Step Father of Luke, Jordan, Joseph & Katie and a much loved Son and Brother of Philip, Sheila, Emma & Sally. Funeral service at Gloucester Crematorium on Thursday 30th January 2025 at 3pm Family flowers only, donations for The British Heart Foundation in Matthew's memory may be given online via this notice or left in the box as you leave the crematorium. All enquiries to John Hall Funeral Directors Churcham Gloucester GL2 8AS. Tel 01452 750489.

Graham BURLOW

Of Newent Formerly of Solomon's Tump and Claremont Motorcycles Passed peacefully away on 14th January. Devoted Husband of Jo, Fantastic Stepdad of Chris and Angela and Step Grampy to Sam, Charlotte, Kacie and Leiah. Funeral service at The Forest of Dean Crematorium on Thursday 6th February at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in Graham's memory for Dementia UK may be given online or left in the box as you leave the crematorium. At Graham's request please wear casual clothes. All enquiries to John Hall Funeral Directors Churcham Gloucester. Tel. 01452 750489.

Elizabeth Alice (Beth) CHEYNE

Beth Very sadly passed away peacefully on Sunday 5th January 2025, aged 86 years. Much-loved Mum to Alison, Caroline, Sarah, Andrew, Robert, and Matthew. Devoted Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Funeral Service to take place at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Stonehouse on Thursday 6th February 2025 at 11am, followed by family burial at St. George's Church, King’s Stanley. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for “Alzheimer's Research UK” c/o Allen-White Funeral Directors, Crown Mews, Bath Road, King’s Stanley, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 3JG. Tel: 01453 822 409.

David DELANEY

OF HUCCLECOTE Peacefully on January 1st at Chestnut Court Aged 79 years loving husband of Sue, father to Russ, stepdad to Sam, Helen and Matthew, fun Loving grampy to Calum, Keelin, Zac, Jacob and James and many friends Funeral service at Gloucester Crematorium on Friday February 7th at 12noon family flowers only Donations in leiu if desired may be sent for the Chestnut Court Amenities Fund C/O S C and B S Cocks Funeral Directors 59, Hucclecote Road, Gloucester GL3 3TL

Richard Jonathan (Ricky) EAKETTS

(Ricky) Sadly, passed away at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital on Monday 13th January aged 61 years. Beloved Son of The Late Diane and Bill Eaketts. Dearest Brother to Debbie, Brother-in-law to Chris, Uncle and great uncle who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Service to be held in the Oak Chapel of Cheltenham Crematorium on Thursday 6th February at 1pm with a continued celebration of Richard's life at Cheltenham Town football club. Family Flowers Only. Donations, if desired, will benefit The Royal British Legion and can be made via https://richardeaketts.muchloved.com All enquiries C/O Central Coop Funerals, 72 Lansdown Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6QL. Tel: 01242 580336

Beatrice Sylvia (Beryl) FOWLES

(Beryl) Passed away peacefully aged 91 years. A beloved Mum, Nan and Great Nan She will be missed by all who knew her. Service to take place at Cheltenham Crematorium Oak Chapel 31st January 2025 at 12pm to be followed by a Family Burial. All enquiries C/O The Cooperative Funeralcare, Grosvenor House, 72 Lansdown Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6QL. Tel: 01242 580336

Laurence Brian HAWKINS

With heavy hearts, we announce the untimely death of Laurence; our optimistic, kind-hearted, and courageous son, brother, uncle and friend. Who was deeply loved by his parents, Anna and Kent, and cherished by his siblings Greg, Rupert, Lydia, Max and AJ. He was also fun-loving Uncle to Oscar, Ottilie, Otis, Suki, and Cici and most dear brother-in-law to Jasmine H and Jasmin B. Laurence was the ethical compass of our family, inspiring everyone with his energy and strength. His loyalty was unwavering-being his friend meant being part of his brotherhood. With a natural affinity for maths and coding, Laurence was always hatching exciting new plans. He also found joy in music and sports, whether jamming on his guitar, beat-mixing on his decks, tuning in for the latest rugby or tennis tournaments or his own sportsmanship; frequently bowling a 190 at Tenpin or playing a game of tennis at DL. We will celebrate Laurence's life on Tuesday, 4th February, at 12:30pm at St Philip and St James Church, Cheltenham. In lieu of flowers, donations to Rethink charity are welcomed via the church collection or MuchLoved. For enquiries, please contact Alexander Burn Funeral Directors, 436 High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3JA. Tel: 01242 245350 Rest in peace, Lozza. You are deeply missed but will live on in our hearts forever.

Frank Charles HUMPHRIES

Announcing the passing of Frank on 1st January 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Staffordshire, aged 72 years. A wonderful Brother and Grandad and an unforgettable friend. A private funeral will be taking place in due course, for anyone wishing to donate in loving memory of Frank, proceeds would be welcomed to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice in Staffordshire. Any enquiries please contact the funeral director. W.R Bettelley Ltd 315 Uttoxeter Road, Longton ST3 5LQ Tel:01782 313542

Joyce INGRAM

Passed away on 9th January 2025, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Tony, devoted mum, nanny and big nanny. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Cheltenham Crematorium, Willow Chapel at 1.30pm on Wednesday 12th February 2025. Family flowers only. Donations in Joyce's memory for Cancer Research UK or Guide Dogs for the Blind may be given online at www.masonandstokes.co.uk or sent c/o Mason & Stokes, 54 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham GL52 6AH

Roger Winston JOHNSON

Roger sadly lost his battle against dementia and passed away on Sunday 12th of January 2025 aged 83 years. Beloved husband to Cath, father to Martin & Debbie, grandfather to Louis, Michael, Sophie & Lucy & great grandfather to Florence. Roger will be sadly missed by his family and all the lives he touched during his life. Roger worked for Spirax Sarco and played football for St. Marks and cricket for St, Stephen's, Cheltenham, Cotswold Ramblers and the Willows. A funeral service will be held at Cheltenham Crematorium on Friday 7th February at 2pm, in the Oak Chapel, with a wake afterwards at Cheltenham Town FC. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations for Alzheimer's UK gratefully received. These may be left in the collection box after the service or sent c/o Alexander Burn Funeral Directors, 436 High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3JA. Enquiries Tel: 01242 245350.

Margaret LEWIS

Margaret Mary Lewis Passed away peacefully at Treelands Residential Home on 4th January 2025. Aged 100 years. Much loved mother of Jane, Wendy, Bunty and her late son, Tony, and a loving grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother to all her grandchildren. Margaret will be missed by all her friends and family. A service to celebrate Margaret's life will be held at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium, St. Peter’s Chapel on Wednesday 5th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, but donations to Parkinsons UK may be given by retiring collection or send direct to LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HH.

Margaret MOSS

of Forthampton. Passed away peacefully at Parton House care home Churchdown on Friday 17th January 2025 aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife to the late Gordon, much loved Mum to Carl, loving Granny and Great Granny. A private cremation will take place followed by a Thanksgiving service at St Mary the Virgin Church Forthampton on Friday 21st February 2025 at 1.00pm. No flowers by request, donations if desired for Forthampton Church may be left at the service. All enquires to B Sweet & Sons Funeral Directors 12a Oldbury Road Tewkesbury GL20 5LZ 01684 293180.

Susan PALFREY

Of Newent Passed peacefully away at Gloucester Royal Hospital on December 20th 2024. Funeral service at St Mary's Church Newent on Thursday 23rd January at 2pm. Family Flowers only, donations for New Start Cat Rescue may be given online below or at the Church.

Gillian Sandra (Jill) POPE (nee Spink)

(nee Spink) (Jill) Passed away quickly but peacefully on Thursday 9th January 2025 at Gloucester Royal Hospital aged 81 with family by her side. Ex Dinner Lady at Arthur Dye School in Springbank. Beloved wife to the late Steve. Devoted Mum to Helen and Tracy. Nanny to Taylor and Ryan. Sister in Law to Colin and Stella, and the late Michael. Feel free to wear colour (Pink or Purple preferred) when we celebrate Jill's life on Tuesday 28th January at Cheltenham Crematorium, Oak Chapel at 3pm. Family flowers only Thanks to all the staff in the respiratory wards at Gloucester Royal Hospital and the Oncology staff at Cheltenham General Hospital. Donations to Breast Cancer UK via Alexander Burn

Sylvia RUSSELL (Williams)

(Williams) Sylvia, sadly passed away peacefully on 20th January 2025. Mum Sylvia will be sadly missed by all her children. Funeral service, Westerleigh Crematorium, Wednesday 19th February 2025 at 10:15am. Family flowers only, but donations to Cancer Research.

Richard John TOCKNELL

Richard sadly passed away in Cheltenham General Hospital on the 7th of January 2025. Loving husband to Jane. A friend to many, Richard will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A funeral service will take place for Richard at Cheltenham Crematorium, Oak Chapel, on Monday 3rd February at 12 noon. Donations in memory of Richard are gratefully received and will go to benefit The Stroke Association. These can be left in the retiring donations box at the end of the service or through the Alexander Burn Website.

Faith TRUE

Of Cheltenham Passed away peacefully on 11th January aged 81. Much loved Wife of Adrian, dearly loved Mum of Chris & Kate, loving Nonna to Euan & Alicia, beloved Sister of Angela & the late John and Mother in law to Emine. Funeral service at The Willow chapel Cheltenham Cemetery & Crematorium on Monday 3rd February at 10.30am. Family flowers only. Donations in Faith's memory for Medecins Sans Frontieres UK charity no.1026588 may be given online below or left in the box after the service. All enquiries to John Hall Funeral Directors Churcham Gloucester. Tel. 01452 750489.

Tania (TJ) WILKINSON (Leech)

(Leech) (TJ) We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Tania (aged 59) at Gloucester Royal Hospital on Saturday 11th January 2025 after an unexpected diagnosis of Cancer only a few days earlier. Beloved Wife of Stewart and Mother of Matt and Katy, Daughter of John and Zenna, Sister of Corrine, Martine, Carl and Zoe. The Funeral Service will take place at 3pm, Oak Chapel, Cheltenham Crematorium on Tuesday 4th February 2025. Family flowers only, donations to Fibromyalgia Action UK.

Sandra Yvonne XIPOLIA (Raper)

Sandra Xipolia (nee Raper) Passed away peacefully in Cheltenham General Hospital on the 30th of December 2024, aged 68. Proud mother of Anthi, much loved sister of Jacqueline, godmother to Matthew and Sandra Soo to Isobelle. Funny, mischievous and loyal, she loved to laugh (especially at her own stories) and will be greatly missed by family and friends. A funeral service will take place for Sandra at Cheltenham Crematorium on Wednesday 29th of January at 1:30pm in the Willow Chapel. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Sandra are gratefully received and will go to benefit Alzheimer's Research UK.

In Memoriams
John Richard GRAINGER

24/01/2000 In loving memory of a cherished and devoted Husband and Father Death leaves a heartache nothing can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Always missed, never forgotten Julie, Lewis and Lauren X X X

Charles John Patrick (Charlie) MULHOLLAND

(Charlie) You left us with the memories and we love you dearly still, no matter how much time goes by you know we always will. Remembered with love always Pat, Theresa, Vince, Rob and Ella xxxxx

Michael Robert (Moffy) SLADE

(Moffy) When tomorrow starts without me and I'm not there to see; If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me, I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, and each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too. So when tomorrow starts without me, Don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me, I'm right here, in your heart. Loving husband of Mary XXX. Much loved dad of David, Mark, Paula Jane. Loving Gramp of Aaron Kyrell, Ethan, Matthew, Alexander, Theo. Loving Bampy of Braydon and great granddaughter Aaleyah-May and Grandson Remmy Michael

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