Loving Cornwall dad is remembered among latest death and funeral notices

A loving Cornwall dad is among those remembered in this week's death and funeral notices. John Knowles passed away peacefully on June 21, with his loving daughter Katie by his side.

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Here is a selection of notices, including John's, published earlier this week.

William Jonathan ALLIN

After a long illness bravely fought, passed peacefully away at his home Lyndhurst, Boyton on June 13, 2024, aged 61 years. Much loved son to his mum Ruth and dad Spencer (deceased) and all his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Private Funeral at Jonathan's request. Donations in his memory may be given to 'Cancer Research UK' and 'British Heart Foundation' By retiring collection, c/o Denise Wellington, G F Gubbin Funeral Directors, Penlaurel, Launceston, PL15 8NL, 01566 785340.

Clifford ANDREW

Peacefully on June 14, 2024, Cliff, aged 87 years of Burlawn, fell asleep, surrounded by his family. Loving husband of Eckla, dad of Mark and Jana, grandad and great grandad. Funeral service Egloshayle Parish Church, Wednesday, July 10, at 2.30 pm, followed by a cremation at Glynn Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Alzheimer's Society 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.

Alfred George Elsey BARTLETT

On June 11, 2024, peacefully at Rosehill House Residential Home. Alf aged 102 years formerly of Polperro and Polruan. Devoted husband of the late Ivy. Loving father of Tony (deceased) and Mary. Father-in-law of Lynn and Philip. Much loved grandfather of Jane, Simon, Jonathan, Oliver and Alison. Treasured great grandfather of Jack, Alex, Max, Harry, Millie, Aurelia, Orla, Leo, Malachy and Magnus. Our sincere thanks to all the staff at Rosehill House Residential Home that cared for dad over the past five years Funeral service, Tuesday, July 9, at 11:30am, Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Cornwall Air Ambulance, 7 Clifden Road, Saint Austell PL25 4NU or by the donation box at the service. Any enquiries to Personal Choice Funerals 117 Par Green Par PL24 2AG 01726 815050

Simon Christopher BENNETT (Longy)

Peacefully passed away on June 22, at Derriford Hospital, with his loving family at his side. Funeral to be held at Plymstock, St Marys on Friday, July 12, at 12.45pm. All welcome. Family flowers only and doanations if desired to Gables Farm Any enquiries to Plymouth & District Funeral Services, Tel. 01752 407100.

Francis Walter Leonard BIRCH

Passed away at Amberley House Care Home on Sunday, June 16, 2024, aged 91 years. Son of Ernest and Winifred Birch. There will be a non attended cremation. Friends who wish to say goodbye to Francis can make an appointment to visit the Chapel of Rest up until Wednesday 3rd July 2024. All enquiries please to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848.

Elisabeth Anne BRAIN

Died on Friday, June 14, 2024, aged 71 years at Gloucester Royal Hospital after a short illness, stoically and bravely born. Beloved and loving elder daughter of the late Jack and Kathleen Row of Redruth, Cornwall, wife of Timothy, mother of Richard, mother-in-law of Kate, grandmother of Henry, sister of Charlotte and Michael, aunt of Jacqueline, Michael, Mark and Lisa, and cousin of Mark.

Sometime nursing sister at the Heath Hospital, Cardiff, and Yeovil District Hospital, and Vice President Girlguiding Gloucestershire. Elisabeth will be greatly missed by all who knew her, and especially her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Gloucester Cathedral on Tuesday 23rd July at 1.30pm. Interment will take place at Haycombe Cemetery, Bath on Wednesday, July 24, at 1.30pm. Donations to Gloucestershire Constabulary Benevolent Fund. Flowers welcome. Enquiries to W. S. Trenhaile Funeral Directors, Apostle House, 175 London Road, Cheltenham, Glos. GL52 6HN. 01242 224897.

Pat CARMAN

In loving memory of my wonderful Mother Pat, who I will always love forever. Rest in peace until we meet again. Leslie

Emma Louise CHAPLIN

Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, aged 51 years. Now at peace. Will be sadly missed by Mum and Dad (Sue and Eddie), Brother Mark, all of her close family and her extended family of those who cared for her. Funeral service to be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Friday, July 5, at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, can be made by retiring collection, in aid of Devon Air Ambulance in memory of Emma. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Plympton (01752) 208059.

Rita Mary CHUGG (Williams)

(Williams) Devoted and loving mother to Tracey. A loving sister, auntie, great auntie, great-great auntie, friend and soulmate. A very special friend to Suzette Forever in our hearts. Funeral service will take place at Efford Crematorium on Wednesday, July 3, at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Stroke Association or British Heart Foundation - Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848.

Barbara Constance Hayden (Babs) COLE

(Babs) Barbara Cole (Babs) sadly passed away on June 2, at the grand age of 101. Treasured memories of a loving Mother, Nanny and great Nanny. She will be sadly missed. A celebration of her life to be held at The Minster Church of St. Andrew, PL12AD on July 12, at 1.15pm. Followed by a private cremation. Wake to be held at Plymstock Albion Oaks RFC, PL90DF at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please, any donations to be made to St. Luke's Hospice. Any enquiries to the Earl of Plymouth Funeral Directors, 01752 546148.

Anthony Gerald (Tony) CROOK

(Tony) Passed away peacefully at St Luke's Hospice, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, June 12, aged 82 years. Devoted husband to Annette. Dearly loved father to Andrew and treasured grandfather to Tom, Emily, Keaton & Bonnie. A private funeral service will take place at Yealmpton Woodland Burial Ground on Monday, July 1, at 10:30am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for St Luke's Hospice. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, 72 Pomphlett Road, Plymstock, PL9 7BN, Tel: (01752) 482900.

Eric John CURNOW

On Friday, June 21, 2024, passed away peacefully at Camborne Redruth Community Hospital. Eric aged 90 years of Carbis Bay. A much loved husband of Barbara, a dear Dad to Julie and John. Sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service at Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Friday, July 12, at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for RNLI (St Ives) and St John Ambulance (St Ives) by retiring collection or c/o Paul Sherris Funeral Directors, Bedford Place, St Ives TR26 1SH. Tel no. 01736 795663 At the request of the family, please wear something with colour.

Dorothy DALE (nee Whitford)

On Sunday June 16, peacefully passed away at Averlea Care Home, Polgooth. Dorothy aged 86 years of St Austell. Devoted wife of the late John, Dorothy will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium, 10.30am on Friday, July 12. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are to benefit the R.N.L.I and can be made by retiring collection. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 39 Victoria Road, St Austell, PL25 4QF. Tel: 01726 73708.

John DUNGEY

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 13, 2024, John aged 82 years of Sennen. Beloved husband of Diane, proud dad and grandad. Funeral service to be held at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne on Monday, July 1, at 2pm. Family flowers only but donations if so desired accepted on behalf of The British Heart Foundation in memory of John c/o W.C. Matthews & Son, Funeral Directors, Rhoc, Marias Lane, Sennen, Penzance, TR19 7BU Tel: (01736) 871265 funeraldirectorspenzance.co.uk

Robert (Bob) EDGECOMBE

Peacefully passed away at home with his loving family at his side on June 21. Funeral to be held on Wednesday, July 3, at Weston Mill Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St. Luke's Hospice and the Fire Brigade Benevolent Fund. Any enquiries to Plymouth & District Funeral Services, Tel. 01752 407100.

Robert (Bob) EMBLETON MBE

Died peacefully at home on June 21, 2024, aged 83 years. Much loved Husband, Father and Grandfather. Funeral Service on Tuesday, July 9 at the Minster Church of St Andrew Plymouth at 1pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Bob are for the Plymouth charities Shekinah Mission and Gifted Women. These maybe left by retiring collection of online at wyattbrothers.co.uk Wyatt Brothers Funeral Directors 5-7 Durnford Street, Plymouth PL1 3QJ Tel: 01752 600437

Richard John FLEMEN

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Richard. Loving husband of Carole for 51 years. Brother to Jean and Tom, uncle to Kerry and family. Brother in law to David, Janet (Deceased) and family. Godfather to Katie. Will be sadly missed and never forgotten. Funeral service to take place at Efford Crematorium on Thursday, July 4, at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations by retiring collection to St Luke's Hospice. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Plympton (01752) 208059.

Pamela FURSE

Passed away peacefully on May 26, 2024, at Tamar House Nursing Home Saltash. Aged 89 years. Formerly of Saltash. Devoted wife of Ralph (Deceased). Funeral Service will be held at St Stephen-by-Saltash Church on Thursday, July 4, at 2pm. Followed by Interment at Churchtown New Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired, for Woodside Animal Welfare Trust. May be sent directly to the nominated charity. All enquiries to Pengelly Funeral Service Saltash PL12 6AB. Tel: 01752 848838.

Alfred John GILBERT

Passed away peacefully after a long illness on June 12, 2024, at Derriford Hospital aged 89 years. Dearly beloved husband of Marion. Special dad of Richard and Susan. Father-in-law of Tina. Grandad of Hayley & Ben, James & Jessica, Stacey, Lucy and Paul. Great Grandad of Ellie, Paige, Oakley and Orla. Funeral service will be held at Efford Crematorium on Wednesday, July 3, at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Parkinson's UK may be left online at wcpltd.com All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Crownhill, PL6 5DY Tel: 01752 767676.

Nigel David HALL

With great sadness on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, Nigel aged 61 years of St Buryan. Beloved husband of Carol, much loved dad of Nikita, Richard and Lewis and a dearly loved grandad, loving brother to Ian and the late Kevin Hall and dear son of Sheila and the late John Hall. Funeral service on Friday, July 5, 2pm, at St Buryan Parish Church followed by interment. Family flowers only but donations if so desired accepted on behalf of The Sunrise Centre at Treliske c/o W.C. Matthews & Son, Funeral Directors, Rhoc, Marias Lane, Sennen, Penzance, TR19 7BU Tel: (01736) 871265 funeraldirectorspenzance.co.uk

Percival John (Of Sithney Green) HARRIS

Of Sithney Green Passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at The Beeches, Hayle, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Nancy. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at Sithney Parish Church on Tuesday, July 9, at 11am, followed by Interment in the Churchyard. Please follow signage for parking. Donations for Cornwall Hospice Care (St Julia’s Hospice) and Sithney Parish Church can be made via www.pendlefunerals.org.uk or by retiring collection. No sympathy cards by request please. All enquiries to Pendle Funeral Services, Helston, Tel: 01326 573080

David George HARVEY

David George Harvey passed away peacefully on Friday, June 14, 2024, aged 84 years. Wonderful grandad to Robert and Sam, and loving father to the forever missed Joanne. You will remain forever in our hearts and precious memories. Your legacy of family values, kindness and community spirit will live on. Funeral service will be held at Efford Crematorium on Thursday, July 4, at 1.15pm, followed by light refreshments at The Conservative Club, Plympton. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK - Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848.

Jeffery HEALE (JAN)

On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, suddenly at his home, Matthew Jeffery, aged 81 years of Penzance Beloved Husband of the Late Christine Heale. Much loved by his step daughter Debbie. Dear Grampy to Carly and Liam. Great Grampy to Beth, Jacob, Jenson and Jack. Family flowers only but donations if so desired for Cornwall Hospice Care (St Julias Hospice). Funeral service enquiries to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel. 01736 364062.

Valerie HICKS

Loving Wife of George deceased, died June 2, 2024. Funeral service on Monday, July 8, at 2.45pm, at Weston Mill Crematorium. Valerie will be very sadly missed by her loving family and friends.

Ernest Christopher (Ernie) HOSKING

Ernie In loving memory of Ernest Christopher Hosking, 'Ernie', of Perranporth and formerly Redruth, who very sadly and unexpectedly passed away at home, on June 17, 2024, aged 69 years. A very much loved husband to Sue; Dad to Craig, Ryan & Lucy; father-in-law to Sarah, Emma & Andy; grandad to Mica, Jasmine, Macy, Madox, Owen, Blake, Lolly, Sienna, Hugo & Bella; great-grandad to Enzo; brother to Ted, Anne & Robert; an Uncle; a cousin; a respected colleague; and a great friend to many. A service to celebrate his life will be held at St Andrew's Church, Redruth on Thursday, July 11, at midday, followed by a private committal. Family flowers only but donations, if desired, are for the Fire Fighters Charity and these may be given via the link here, received at the service, or sent to the Funeral Directors. For any enquiries please get in touch with Funeral Director Scott Watters, of Cornwall Funeral Services, Higher Fore Street, Redruth, TR15 2AR. Telephone 01209 211684.

Terry HOUSE

On June 14, 2024. Peacefully at his home. Terry, aged 88 Years of St Issey. Dad of Cate. Grandad to Caleb & Ellie. Funeral service at Glynn Valley Crematorium on Monday, July 1, at 1.30pm. All donations to RSPCA Cornwall Branch via Donation link or at the service c/o T C Rogers & Son, Funeral Directors, School Hill, Padstow, PL28 8DT. 01841 532463.

John KNOWLES

On Friday, June 21, 2024. John passed away peacefully aged 62 years with his loving daughter Katie by his side. Funeral service 2pm, Wednesday, July 10, Trelawny Chapel, Penmount Crematorium. No flowers by request. Donations in memory of John for The Brain Tumour Charity may be made via justgiving.com (Katie Knowles) or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.

Joan Leucha LOWBRIDGE

On Thursday, June 20, 2024, Joan peacefully passed away in the loving care of Averlea Care Home, Polgooth just a day after her 99th birthday. Devoted wife of Roy (deceased), Loving mother of Gary, Robert (deceased) and Amanda, a much loved grandmother to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday, July 16, at 2pm, St Goran Church followed by interment. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are to benefit Averlea Care Home and can be made by retiring collection. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 39 Victoria Road, St Austell, PL25 4QF Tel: 01726 73708.

Peter LUGG

Passed away peacefully on June 2, in his 90th year after a short illness whilst in Lagos Portugal. A funeral service has taken place in Lagos.

David Alfred MALLETT

Peacefully passed away on Friday, June 7, aged 91 years. Much loved Husband of Gwendoline (deceased) and loving Father to Lynne, Paul and Sharon, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Funeral service to be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Tuesday, July 9, at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in David's memory, for Alzheimer's Society may be made by retiring collection or via www.morrisbros.co.uk Enquiries to Morris Bros Funeral Directors, Lakeside, Tavistock PL19 0AZ Tel 01822 612023.

Florence Joyce MARSH (Bickell)

On June 5, 2024, at Derriford Hospital, Joyce, aged 93. Wife of Reg, Mum to Jan and sister to Marion. Funeral at Efford Crematorium on Friday, July 5, at 12.15 pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to British Heart Foundation, which may be left through a retiring collection, or sent to Co-operative Funeral Service. Pray, tell us: Which hour Might we extinguish our lights And cease to miss you? Coop Funeralcare 12-14 Morshead Road, Crownhill, Plymouth. PL6 5AJ 01752 303830.

Valerie June MATTHEWS (" nee Lendon")

On Friday, June 21, 2024, Valerie of Winkleigh peacefully passed away on her 91st birthday at Eastleigh Care Home. Much loved Wife of the late Geoff, dear Mother to Neil and Jill, Mother in-law to Helen and a special Grandmother to Ryan and Mike. She will be greatly missed by her family and everyone who knew her. At Valerie's request a Private Cremation will be held. A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held early August: friends who would like to attend please contact a family member. If you wish to make a donation in memory of Valerie this will go to Devon wildlife Trust and can be sent to S J Carne Funeral Directors Summerhayes Ingleigh Green Winkleigh Devon EX19 8AT Tel: 01837 680199.