Yahoo News Much-loved young son, brother and uncle among those remembered in Cornwall's death notices
A much-loved son, brother and uncle has been remembered this week in the Cornwall death notices. Kainan Kernow very sadly passed away on June 11, aged just 28.
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Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week:
After a long illness on May 24 at Derriford Hospital, aged 89 years of Tavistock (formerly of Plymouth). Brother of Roger Edward Adams.
Partner of Jocelyn Williams (deceased). Sleep peacefully.
Funeral service at St Andrew's Church, Buckland Monachorum on Wednesday, June 26 at 12noon, followed by interment. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Diabetes UK or St Luke's Hospice Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Tavistock, PL19 8JY Tel: 01822 617300.
Andy, of Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex, formerly of Penzance. On Sunday, June 9, Andy sadly and unexpectedly passed away at his home, aged 56 years. Andy was a devoted and loving partner of Louise.
His funeral will take place at Treswithian Downs Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, June 27, at 11am. Followed by a family interment.
Family flowers only, but donations towards the purchase and planting of trees in Andy's memory welcomed. Donations can be made via this tribute page, a retiring collection, or sent to the funeral directors. R.E. Tonkin & Son Lender Lane, Mullion, Cornwall TR12 7HW, 01326 240752 www.retonkin.co.uk.
Of Umberleigh Barton. Passed away peacefully on June 11, aged 81 years. Loving wife of John, much loved mother to Johnathan and wife Susannah and very special grandmother to Jack, Dylan and Freddie.
Funeral service to be held at Christ Church, Barnstaple, on Thursday, June 27 at 11am, followed by interment. Family flowers only, please.
Donations if desired, for Devon Air Ambulance & Stroke Association, may be given at the service or c/o W S Gayton & Son, Pickett Meadow, Fremington, Barnstaple EX31 3UP.
Long-term Devonport resident, John Michael Brooks passed away peacefully on May 29, aged 78. Much loved father of Daniel and Michael Brooks, and grandfather of Jack and Florence.
He will be sadly missed. There will be a funeral service at Weston Mill Crematorium on Friday, June 28, at 1.15pm.
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 12, at Rosehill House Residential Home, Sadie aged 94 years of St Blazey. Beloved wife of Roger (deceased), much loved mum of David and Sandra, mother-in-law of Sally, devoted nan to her five grandchildren and five great grandchildren, dear sister of Derek, Alf and Reg (both deceased).
Funeral Service to be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, 11.30am on Thursday, July 4. Family flowers only please, donations in Sadie's memory, if desired, to benefit Dementia UK may be given by retiring collection. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 39 Victoria Road, St Austell, PL25 4QF. Tel: 01726 73708.
On June 11 of Lostwithiel. Beloved husband of Margaret, loving dad of Michael, Kathryn and Angela, father-in-law to Michelle and Adrian and a much-loved grandad to Morwenna and Josh.
He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at St Bartholomew's Church, Lostwithiel on Wednesday, July 3 at 2pm. All enquiries c/o Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors tel; 01579 343168 email; enquiry@ugaldeandson.co.uk.
On June 11, peacefully at Castle Hill House, Joan, aged 102 years of Bodmin. Former landlady of The Borough Arms.
Beloved wife of the late George, much-loved mum of Fred and Vicki and Roger, loving nan of Anita, Rick, Carly, Ross, Luke, Jake and Zak and great nan of Caya, Oscar, Alfie, Scarlett, Harry, Florence, Bonnie, Lowen and Freddie. Funeral service at Glynn Valley Crematorium on Tuesday, July 9 at 12.30 pm.
Family flowers only, donations in memory, if desired, for The Church Army 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.
Thelma passed away suddenly but peacefully at Torbay Hospital on June 6, aged 96. Devoted wife to her late husband Mike, beloved mum to Lynne and son-in-law Chris and doting granny to Gemma and Tom.
Will be sadly missed and never forgotten by all the family and her many friends at D'Arcy Court Newton Abbot where she spent 11 very happy years. A celebration of Thelma's life will be held at D'Arcy Court, Marsh Road, Newton Abbot TQ12 2AP on Friday, June 28 at 11am.
Dress is colourful and casual please. Donations if desired to Children's Hospice South West. Any enquiries please contact Coop Funeralcare Kingsteignton on 01626 336000.
It's with great sadness that the family of Peter Cheetham, have announced his passing on June 4. Aged 89.
He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him, leaving behind his doting children Susan, Michael and David, and grandchildren Matthew, Samuel, Christopher, Patrick and Bethany. Also his step grandchildren David, Ian and Christopher and great grandchildren.
His funeral will be held on June 25, at 10am at Efford Crematorium for those who would like to attend. If anyone would like to make donations, we the family ask can they be sent to St Luke's in memory of Peter's loving wife Betty (deceased).
Passed away peacefully on June 5 at Royal Cornwall Hospital, aged 85 years, of Ventonleague, Hayle. Dearly loved Wife of Gordon, much-loved Mum of Cheryl and Jane, Grandmother of Tamsin, Jason and Bethan, Great Grandmother of Thea and Jackson, Brother of Mick.
Funeral Service on Monday, June 24, at Treswithian Downs Crematorium at 3.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK may be given direct to the charity.
Colourful dress code requested. All enquiries c/o W J Winn Funeral Director, 69 Fore Street, Hayle, TR27 4DX, Tel: 01736 752124.
On Wednesday, June 5, suddenly at home, Ivan, aged 84 years of Indian Queens. Dear husband of Jean, loving dad to his children, a precious grandad and great-grandad.
Will family and friends kindly meet for a funeral service at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Tuesday, June 25 at 3.30pm. No flowers by request, but donations if so desired for R.N.I.B. c/o Robert Bunt & Sons Funeral Directors, St. Dennis, St. Austell, PL26 8AB Tel: 01726 822218.
On June 9, died peacefully at The Royal Marsden, Chelsea aged 78 years, with his family by his side. Adored husband of Vivienne, beloved father of Jonathan, much loved father-in-law of Katherine and the best papa to Eloise and Chloe.
A private celebration of Michael's life will be held by invitation only. Family flowers only with donations if desired for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity may be left online at www.wcpltd.com/donate. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Crownhill, PL6 5DY Tel: 01752 767676
Unexpectedly, on Saturday, June 1, Peter, from Penzance, aged 75 years, passed away at home. Much loved Brother of Marilyn and Brother in law of John.
Dearest Uncle of David and Sally and Niece Beatrix. Funeral Service on Friday, July 5, at 3pm at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne. Family flowers only.
No donations. All enquiries to W J Winn Funeral Directors, 69 Fore Street, Hayle TR27 4DX. Tel: 01736 752124.
On Saturday, June 8, Jill passed away peacefully in her sleep, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of Robert, loving mum of Rachel, Jane and Robert and a much-loved granny and great granny.
Funeral service 2pm, Wednesday, July 3, Trelawny Chapel, Penmount Crematorium. Family flowers only.
Donations in memory of Jill for Friends of The Royal Cornwall Hospital 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.
Lilian Joan FISHER (known as Joan)
(known as Joan) It is with great sadness the family announce that Joan, passed away peacefully on June 8, aged 98 years, surrounded by her close family. A much-loved mother to Andrew, mother-in-law to Claire, nanny to Joseph and Lauren and treasured wife of the late Walter.
She will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts. A funeral service will be held on Friday, June 28 at 12pm at Emmanuel Church, 1, Compton Avenue, Plymouth PL3 5BZ.
All are welcome to attend. This will be followed by lunch at the Church where the Family would love you to join them and share memories of Joan.
Family flowers only please, donations are instead welcome to St Luke's' Hospice, Plymouth via https//joan-fisher2.muchloved.com or the Church, via the retiring collection. Any enquiries to Plymouth & District Funeral Services, Tel. 01752 407100.
Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 6, aged 84 years. Devoted husband of Gina.
Loving dad and inspiration to Kevin. A unique character who will be missed by all who knew him.
Funeral service at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium, St Peter's Chapel, on Thursday, June 27 at 3.30 pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for RNLI or Marie Curie by retiring collection, sent to LeRoy Funerals 298 Topsham Road Exeter EX2 6HG or online at www.leroyfunerals.co.uk
Rosemary GOWER-JONES (Nee Wilks)
Peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 4, with her family by her side, Rosemary aged 100 years of Sennen. Beloved wife of the late John Gower-Jones, much loved mum of Chris, Veronica and Tony, and a loving grandmother of six and great grandmother of 11.
Funeral service on Friday, June 28, 12.30pm at St Just Parish Church. Family flowers only and donations accepted on behalf of The Salvation Army c/o W.C. Matthews & Son, Funeral Directors, Rhoc, Marias Lane, Sennen, Penzance, TR19 7BU Tel: (01736) 871265 funeraldirectorspenzance.co.uk.
After a short illness, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 8, aged 81 years. Loving husband to Carolyn.
Beloved father to Debbie, Steve and Michael. Grandfather to Iona. Deep in our hearts you will always stay, loved and remembered every day.
Funeral service will take place at St Michael's & All Angels Church, Stokenham on Wednesday, June 26 at 12pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW. Tel: 01752 343848.
(Symons ) Passed away 05/06/24 at Derriford Hospital, will be sadly missed by all her family & friends RIP
Of The Lizard On Monday, June 17, Peter passed away peacefully after a long illness, at Trevaylor Manor Care Home, Gulval, aged 83 years.
Beloved husband of Rosalind, devoted father of James and Edward, stepfather of Amanda and Charles and proud grandfather of his eight grandchildren. There will be a family cremation service at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne, on Friday, July 5, at 11am.
A memorial service will be held later in the year at Lizard Parish Church. Family flowers only, but donations in memory of Peter welcomed for the Alzheimer's Society by way of a retiring collection or sent to the Funeral Director. R.E. Tonkin & Son Lender Lane, Mullion TR12 7HW, 01326 240752 www.retonkin.co.uk.
Peacefully, on Friday, May 24, Doreen, from Carbis Bay, aged 93 years, passed away at Trewartha House Nursing Home. Much loved stepmum of Jane and Terry, Robert and Kathy, dearly loved by her grandchildren.
Funeral Service on Thursday, June 27, at 3pm at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne. Family flowers only, donations if desired for RSPCA may be received at the service or direct online to the Charity's website. All enquiries to W J Winn Funeral Directors 69 Fore Street, Hayle. TR27 4DX. Tel: 01736 752124.
Passed away peacefully on Monday, June 3, aged 85 years, at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro. 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 at CFS @ Peakes of Tolcarne, The Old Surgery, Newlyn, TR18 5PR. Telephone Penzance 01736 362781 (24 hours).
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 12, aged 83 years. We shall not forget the one we loved, the voice we heard each day.
The many things she did for us, in her kind and gentle way. She gave us years of happiness, then came sorrow and tears.
But she left us beautiful memories, to treasure through the years. With all our love forever, husband George, daughters and son and in-laws Sharon and John, Pauline and Rob, David and Michelle, grandchildren Andrew, Matthew, William, Rachel and Lauren and great-grandchildren Lily, Mya, Hollie, Percy xx.
Funeral service to be held at Ridgeway Methodist Church on Monday, June 24 at 10am, then burial at Drake Memorial Park at 11am. Donations, if desired, can be made by retiring collection, in aid of Ridgeway Methodist Church & The Merrivale Ward, Derriford Hospital (Acute Stroke Unit), in memory of Kathleen. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Plympton (01752) 208059.
Died on her 65th wedding anniversary, June 8. 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, 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.
(Fred) On June 14 peacefully at Derriford Hospital with his loving family by his side aged 77 years of Bolventor. Devoted husband of Sylvia, much loved dad of Ian and Tina, father-in-law to Mike, cherished gramfer of Dylan and Daisy.
He will be greatly missed and always remembered. Funeral service will take place at St Neot Church on Monday, July 8, at 2pm.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust 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.
Passed peacefully on June 7 at Furzehatt Lodge aged 91 years. Devoted wife to John (deceased), loving mother to Jane and partner David and a dear sister to brother Syd (deceased).
God made a wonderful mother and he gave that dear mum to me. Funeral service to be held at St Mary and All Saint Plymstock on Tuesday, June 25, at 1pm.
Then burial at Drake's Memorial Park. Refreshments after at Elburton Inn.
Dress code a splash of blue, mum's favourite colour. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Dementia UK, may be left online at wcpltd.com. Enquiries to Walter C Parsons Plymstock PL9 9BR Tel:01752 404042.
Peacefully on Saturday, June 8at Barncoose hospital, Mary aged 70 years of Lanner, Redruth. Devoted wife of Christopher (sadly deceased); adored mother of Lucy and Tessa; much-loved mother-in-law of Eduardo and Nathan and very proud Granny of Margot.
Mary will be forever loved and missed by all her family and friends xxx. The celebration of Mary's life will be held at 10am on Wednesday, June 26 at Lanner Band Hall followed by interment at Lanner Lawn Cemetery following the service.
Family flowers only please. If desired, donations to RNLI and Cornwall Air Ambulance will be gratefully received by retiring collection, making a donation direct on the charities websites or c/o the Funeral Director, Andrea Myhill of Carlyon Funeral Directors Wheal Ellen, Mount Hawke, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 8DL. Tel: 01209 890229 E-mail - info@carlyonfuneraldirectors.co.uk.
(Née Anthony) On Tuesday, June 4, passed away peacefully at Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, Margaret aged 82 years of Camborne. Beloved wife of Arthur, much loved Mum and Grandma.
Remembered with fondness by all that knew her. Margaret's funeral service will be held at Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Monday, June 24 at 12noon. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Trust by retiring collection or c/o David Hendy & Sons Funeral Directors Treswithian, Camborne, TR14 7NW. Tel no. 01209 612025.
Sadly passed away at home on May 25. Loving partner to Geoff, adored sister of Eric, beloved mum of Tracy and Lisa, treasured nan of Luke, Kayleigh, Robyn and Freya and great nan og Oliver and Sophia.
Funeral service to be held at Efford Crematorium on Wednesday, June 26, at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis by retiring collection to Plymouth & District Funeral Services, Tel. 01752 407100.
In loving memory of Kainan Kernow. Kain, of Tregarth Place, Alverton, Penzance, so very sadly passed away on June 11, aged just 28.
Kain will be greatly missed by his mum Michaela, sisters Lucy, Shannon and Taiya; nieces Alissiya, Ava, Aisla and Zennor; nephews Dylan and Kitt; dad Jason and all of the Dayus family, and of course his many friends. A celebration of Kainan's life will be held at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne, on Saturday, July 6at 12 noon.
Traditional funeral attire is not required, please do wear something g with a splash of colour! For those who are unable to attend the ceremony, you may wish to pay your respects as Kain's funeral cortege travels along Alexandra Road, turning left onto Penzance Promenade at approximately 11.20-11.25am on July 6.
The ceremony at Treswithian Downs Crematorium will also be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person, webcast login instructions are listed below. Following the service, all are welcome to return for refreshments at the Lugger Inn, South Terrace, Penzance Prom, and to continue celebrating Kainan's life.
Family flowers only please, but donations in Kainan's memory will be to benefit 'Man Down Cornwall', an amazing charity supporting men through Mental Health issues and crisis's. Donations may be received by retiring collection, via the link on the funeral notice, or sent to the Funeral Directors.
All enquiries to Funeral Director David Maddern of Cornwall Funeral Services @ Peakes of Tolcarne, The Old Surgery, Newlyn, Penzance. Telephone 01736 362781.
To view the webcast of the ceremony please follow the instructions below: Go to the website watch.obitus.com and enter the username and password:
Username: josa6751
Password: 748020
The live webcast will be viewable from approximately 11:55am on Saturday, July 6.
On Sunday, June 9, peacefully at Treliske hospital, Maureen, aged 66 years of Newlyn. Beloved wife of Stephen, much-loved stepmother and stepgrandmother.
Funeral service to be held at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne on Tuesday, July 9 at 11 a.m. Family flowers only but donations if so desired for Children's Hospice South West 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 Friday, June 7, Peter passed away peacefully at home aged 90 years. Beloved husband of Dawn for 67 years, loving father of Susan and Mark.
Funeral service 10.30am on Friday, July 5 at St Mylor Church followed by private interment at Truro Public Cemetery. Family flowers only.
Donations in memory of Peter for the Alzheimer's Society may be made by retiring collection or via www.memorygiving.com. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 5, aged 87 years. Loving wife to the late Barry.
Dearly loved mother to Miles and Imogen. Forever in our thoughts.
Funeral service will be held at Crownhill Methodist Church on Monday, July 1 at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Crownhill, PL6 5DY Tel: 01752 767676.
Frederick William Henry (Fred) LITTLEJOHNS
(Fred) Passed away peacefully after a short illness on Friday, June 7, aged 88 years. Much loved husband of Joy, father of Karen (deceased) and Janet, grandfather of Briony and Romy.
He will be missed by family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Thursday, July 4 at 12.15pm at Weston Mill Crematorium, PL2 2EP.
You are welcome to wear colour. Family flowers only.
Donations, if so desired, may be given in memory of Fred to St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth and the RNLI by retiring collection, or c/o Funeral Directors. Knapman Family Independent Funeral Directors 20 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, PL4 7AA 01752 603552 info@knapmanfamilyltd.co.uk.
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.
