Yahoo News Somerset Funeral Notices as heartfelt tributes paid to 43 loved ones
Heartfelt messages have been paid to 43 much-loved Somerset locals in the latest funeral and death notices this week. Tributes have been paid to much-loved family members and those who have tragically had their lives cut short.
In total 41 death notices were placed into the funeral notices section of SomersetLive’s sister print titles, for those people who either lived in the city, or had links to it and have died recently.
The messages, placed between November 9 to November 15 provide comfort to the loved ones of those either lost or being celebrated. There were also two in memoriam messages for loved ones no longer with us.
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Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk - the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory.
Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here. Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084.
Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Death Notices
Bertram Alick AKHURST
Passed away at home on Tuesday 5th November 2024. He will be fondly remembered by family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Mendip Crematorium on Tuesday 19th November 2024 at 11.30a.m. Flowers may be sent. Donations, if desired, to the 'R.A.F. Benevolent Fund'. All donations and enquiries to A. J. Wakely & Sons, Funeral Directors, The Old Police Station, Wincanton, BA9 9JS. Tel: 01963 31310.
Helga ASHWORTH
On 24th October peacefully at West Cliff Hall, Hythe, aged 94 years of Merriott. Widow of John Ashworth, a dear mutti to Helen and Malcolm, oma to Ben, Lauren, Jack, Eloise and Matthew and a treasured great oma to Joe, Stan, Annie and Wilfie. Funeral service at All Saint's Church, Merriott on Friday 29th November at 1.30pm followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations are invited for The Ark at Egwood (cheques payable to the charity please) c/o A E Stoodley & Son The Old Bank 37, Market Square, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7LP Tel 01460 73229
Melanie ATKINSON
(nee Banwell) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Melanie Atkinson, who passed peacefully at home on Sunday, 27th October, aged 66 years young. A cherished mother, she leaves behind her three sons and two grandsons, along with many wonderful friends. We will all miss her warmth, bubbly personality, and mischievous sense of humour. We will be remembering Melanie in a special funeral reception on Monday 18th November at 2.30 (for 3pm) at the Bishops Palace, Wells, Somerset. There will be refreshments to follow and a chance to chat and share stories. To honour Mel's vibrant and fun spirit, we invite you to wear colours that celebrate life, instead of traditional black attire. Melanie requested, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in her name to Scleroderma and Raynaud's UK (SRUK) or Cancer Research UK (CRUK). This can be done on the day or via Rod Major at wellsfuneralservices.co.uk If you are arriving by car, the Phelps family are kindly making the car park next to the Bishops Palace available to Melanie's guests (entrance is from Silver Street by the moat). There are limited blue badge options - enquire at the Bishops Palace Gate
Christopher AVERY
(Sid) Passed peacefully away in his sleep at home on 7th November 2024. He will be sadly missed by his brother Bob and his family. A private funeral will take place. Donations in memory of Christopher can be made to : Crohns society charity number 1117148 45 Grosvenor Road St Albans AL1 3AW
Joy Edwina BANKS
Peacefully passed away on 6th November 2024 aged 93 at home. Much loved Mother to Paul, Christine and Jane. Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Great-Great-Grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Funeral to take place at Haycombe, Hilltop Chapel, Bath on Thursday 28th November at 1 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to be made to Dorothy House. Dress code smart. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Pulteney Road. 01225 314304
Gwendoline Mary CHUBB
Of Low Ham, Nr Langport. Passed peacefully at Musgrove Park Hospital surrounded by her family on 30th October 2024 aged 85 years. A dearly loved Wife of the late Brian Thomas Chubb. A much loved Mother of Tracey and Suzanne, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister and Aunt. Gwen will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at St Andrew’s Church, High Ham on Friday 15th November at 12.00pm. Family Flowers only please, donations if desired are invited for High Ham Village Hall and St Andrew’s Church (High Ham) and the Royal British Legion and may be made online via this notice in the donation boxes below or cheques made payable to the chosen charity can be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY. For all enquiries please call Forsey and Son Funeral Directors on 01458 831 020.
Nancy COATES
Of Shepton Mallet, passed away peacefully at Field House Care Home, on 4th November 2024 aged 91 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Cliff. Loving mum of Steve and Des. Dear mother-in-law of Jane and Mel. Devoted nan of Debbie, Emma, Cathy and Zoe. Proud great-nan of Hannah, Josh, Rex and Daisy. Funeral Service takes place at Mendip Crematorium on Wednesday 27th November at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be made via the box below or cheques made payable to Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance may be sent to Trotman Funeral Directors, Ashdene, Frome Road, Cranmore, Shepton Mallet BA4 4QQ. Tel: 01749 - 880271.
June Alice COX
(of Crewkerne) Peacefully in Yeovil District Hospital on 8th November 2024 aged 80 years. Widow of Tony. Much loved by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will take place at St Bartholomew's Church, Crewkerne on Wednesday 27th November 2024, 12.30pm followed by private cremation. Donations in memory of June are invited for Yeovil Hospital Charities c/o A J Wakely & Sons, 2 Abbey Street, Crewkerne TA18 7LF tel 01460 74547 or made online at www.ajwakely.com.
Eunice Mary CRAWLEY
Passed away peacefully on the 28th October 2024. Aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Tom Crawley, much loved Aunt and Sister in Law. Funeral Service will take place at the Church of the Holy Ghost, 73 Higher Kingston, Yeovil BA21 4AR, Thursday 28th November 2024 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Eunice for the Church of the Holy Ghost. c/o A J Wakely & Sons, 33 Sparrow Road, Yeovil, BA21 4BT. Tel: 01935 479913. (please make cheques payable to the charity)
Kieran DALY
Passed away peacefully on 9th November 2024. Funeral Service will take place on 27th November 2024, 13.30 at St Mary's Catholic Church, 8 Julian Road, Bath BA1 25A. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Kieran can be made to Dorothy House Hospice.
Mollie Erwood DAY
(Love) On 26 October 2024 peacefully in Wantage, formerly of Combe Down, Bath, aged 99. Much loved mother of Alison and Christopher, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral to be held at South Oxfordshire Memorial Park and Crematorium Garford, Abingdon, OX13 5PA on Tuesday 19th November 2024 at 1pm.
Thomas Frank DENNING
Passed away peacefully at the Royal United Hospital, Bath, on 10th November 2024, aged 81 years. A much loved Husband, Dad and Grampy. Funeral service at Haycombe Crematorium, Bath, on Thursday 21st November, at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only, please, but donations for the Rotary Club of Somer Valley, who support local and international charities, may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).
Ann Jeanette DIMENT
Aged 68 years, of Queen Camel. On 24th October 2024, suddenly but peacefully at her home. A much loved wife, mum, nana, sister, aunt and friend. Funeral service at Mendip Crematorium on Wednesday 20th November at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Ann are being invited for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance c/o Harold F. Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.
Margaret Elsie Rose DOWN
(of Yeovil ) Passed away peacefully in Yeovil District Hospital on the 7th November 2024. Aged 93 years. Beloved Wife of the late Fred, also a much loved Mum, Granny and Great Granny. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday 26th November 2024, 3.20pm at Yeovil Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Margo for M.S Society (Yeovil/Sherborne Branch) may be sent c/o A J Wakely & Sons 33 Sparrow Road Yeovil BA21 4BT Tel: 01935 479913 (Please make cheques payable to the charity)
Daphne EDGELL
of Axbridge passed away peacefully at The West Mendip Hospital on 3rd November 2024 aged 79 years. Much loved Mum, Mother-in-Law and Gran. Funeral service to be held at St. John the Baptist Church, Axbridge on Wednesday 4th December at 12.30pm. Family flowers only but donations to Dementia UK may be forwarded to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3RF. Telephone 01934 742885.
Rose HARDING
(nee Mathuen) Passed peacefully away on October 31st, 2024, aged 84 Years. Much loved Mum, Sister, Nan, and Great Nan. She will be sadly missed. The funeral service takes place at The Parish Church of St Peter & All Hallows, West Huntspill on Friday, November 15th at 10:00 am, followed by interment. Family flowers only donations if desired for The British Heart Foundation and St Peter and All Hallows Church may be given online at ashleyedwards.co.uk. or sent to Ashley Edwards Funeral Directors, 10 Church Street, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AF.
Colin HARROW
of Wells passed away peacefully at Torrwood Care Home on Saturday, 9th November 2024 aged 82 years. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Mendip Crematorium on Wednesday, 27th November at 12.30pm. Family flowers only but donations if desired for 'Cancer Research UK' may be left at the crematorium or forwarded to Unwins Independent Funeral Directors, The Firs, Underwood, Wookey Hole Road, Wells, BA5 1AF
Elizabeth HOBSON
(Nee Tancred) (Betty) Passed away suddenly at RUH, Bath on 23rd October 2024. Aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Michael (Mick). Dearly loved and cherished Mum of Liz & Tony, Sister to Susie, Nan to Stu, Michael & Nicola, Great Nanny to Jess & Olivia, Scarlett & Sonny. Aunt, Mother-in-law and true friend. Our hearts are truly broken, rest peacefully, welcomed into the arms of Jesus and Mary. Our Lady of Lourdes Pray for Us. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 12th November 2024 at 12.10 pm at St Mary's RC Church, Station Hill, Chippenham SN15 1EE. Donations if desired to Royal British Legion c/o DJ Bewley Funeral Directors, 57 High St, Corsham, Wiltshire SN13 0EZ. Tel 01249 716008. Online via elizabethhobson.muchloved.com or left in the retiring collection following the service.
Bernicia HOWSE
of Street passed peacefully away at Rossetti House Care Home, Frome, on the 4th November, 2024 aged 96 years. Her funeral service will be held at The Parish Church, Street at 12:00 Noon on Thursday 21st November, 2024 followed by interment at Street Cemetery. Donations are kindly being accepted for Cats Protection which may be left online at www.ghollandfunerals.co.uk or in the donation box after the service in Church, or may be forwarded to: G Holland & Son (Funeral Directors) 58-62 Vestry Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0HX
Lorna JEPPS
Lorna passed peacefully away at home in Taunton surrounded by all her family on 2nd November aged 97. Much loved mum, grandma and great grandma. She will be greatly missed by her many friends and family. The funeral service will be held at Taunton Crematorium on Monday 25th November at 1.20pm. All enquiries to Co-op funeralcare, 32 Priorswood Road, Taunton, TA2 7PW.
James Kingsley JOHN
(Kinger) Passed away peacefully at The Royal & Devon Hospital, Exeter 6th November 2024, aged 77. Loving Husband to Denise. Devoted Father to TJ & Dan, Grandfather to Josh & a good friend to many. Will be sadly missed. Funeral to take place at Yeovil Crematorium Thursday 28th November 2024 12.40pm. Family flowers only please, but if you wish to make a donation in lieu to Alzheimers Society please visit Kinger's tribute page at www.stuartfosterfunerals.com or please forward a cheque made payable to charity via Funeral Director C/O Stuart Foster Funeral Services Ltd, 27 Market Street, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 1HZ 01935 508971
Mary LEACH
Passed away on 29th October aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Ian and much loved sister and aunt. Funeral service Weston-super-Mare Crematorium Wednesday 20th November at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support and Cancer Research UK c/o Keith C. Britton & Son Funeral Directors, 10 High Street, Yatton BS49 4JA or via kcbritton.co.uk
Lesley Joyce LONG
Peacefully passed away at the Royal United Hospital Bath on the 28th of October, aged 64 years. Beloved wife to Stephen and Mum to Lynsey and Mike. Funeral service to be held at Haycombe, Hilltop Chapel on Friday the 22nd of November at 2:00pm. Family flowers only, donations to The Dyson Cancer Centre RUH. Co-op Funeralcare Keynsham 24 High Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DQ
Christine Audrey Rita MARSHMAN
(of Shepton Mallet) Passed away peacefully at Field House Care Home on 24th October 2024, aged 90 years. Dearly beloved wife of Derrick, a much loved mum, grandma and great grandma. Christine will be sadly missed by her family and everyone who knew her. The funeral service will take place at The Church of St Peter and St Paul, Shepton Mallet on Thursday 28th November at 12.00 noon. A private family committal service will follow. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be left at the service. Christine's family give special thanks to the staff at Field House and the District Nurses for all of their dedicated care and support. A R W Connock & Son Funeral Directors, The Croft, 27 West Shepton, Shepton Mallet BA4 5UL. 01749 342589.
Lady Maureen Michele MERRISON
of Coley, passed away peacefully at home on 4th November, aged 86. Funeral Service at St Margaret's Church, Hinton Blewett, Somerset on Tuesday 26th November at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only, donations if you wish for Young Lives vs Cancer to Bryan G Bishop Funeral Service, Farrington Road, Paulton, Bristol, BS39 7LW.
Joan MOON
(of Yeovil) Passed away peacefully in the Knoll Care Home, Yeovil on the 29th October 2024, aged 93 years. A much loved Mum to Jeremy and Jane, Gran to Katharine and Nicholas, Great Grandmother to Harriet and Beatrix and Sister to Bernard, Sandra and Tony. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday 26th November 2024, 1.20pm at Yeovil Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Joan for Dementia Research UK may be sent c/o A J Wakely & Sons 33 Sparrow Road Yeovil BA21 4BT Tel: 01935 479913 (please make cheques payable to the charity)
Joan Mary MOURTON
Passed away peacefully at Hyne Town House, Strete, on 4th November 2024, aged 93 years. Funeral service at Haycombe Crematorium, Bath, on Wednesday 27th November, at 12.15 pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations for Dementia UK may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).
Brenda Jean PERRY
of Street passed peacefully away on the 1st November, 2024 aged 91 years. Her funeral service will be held at Mendip Crematorium at 2:30pm on Monday 18th November, 2024. Donations are kindly being accepted for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance which may be left in the donation box after the service, online at www.ghollandfunerals.co.uk or forwarded to: G Holland & Son Ltd, 58-62 Vestry Road, STREET, BA16 0HX,
Dennis Edward PIMM
of Somerton passed away at home on the 29th October 2024 aged 88. Dearly loved Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Funeral service at St Michael's and All Angel's Church, Somerton on Friday 22 November at 1.00pm followed by a family burial in Huish Episcopi Churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Diabetes UK or Langport Surgery may be made online via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques forwarded to Forsey and Son, Funeral Directors, Pound Pool, Somerton TA11 6LZ. Tel: 01458 272297
Kevin PLUMMER
Passed away on 17th September. Much loved Brother, Uncle and Good Friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him and will never be forgotten. Funeral service to be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Thursday 21st November at 11.30am. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, for 'British Heart Foundation' are being received by Clarkson's Independent Funeral Directors, 7 Windsor Place, Upper Bristol Road, Bath BA1 3DF Tel: 01225 426822
Desmond PULSFORD
Of Camerton passed away on 24th October, aged 84. Beloved by all of his Family and Friends. A service to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday 14th November at 1.00 pm at The Valley Chapel, Haycombe, Bath. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the RNLI and British Heart Foundation to Bryan G Bishop Funeral Service, Farrington Road, Paulton, Bristol, BS39 7LW.
Jerry SAMPSON F.S.A
Of Butleigh, passed away peacefully on 29th October 2024 aged 76 years. A much loved husband and father who will be sadly missed. Cremation Private. A service to celebrate Jerry's life will be announced at a later date. Donations, if desired, may be made online at funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques made payable to St Margaret's (Somerset) Hospice or British Heart Foundation may be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, 28 High Street, Butleigh, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8SY
Paul SCRIBBINS
Of Curry Rivel, Somerset, passed away at home on 31st October 2024, aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband of Sally, he will be missed and remembered by his family and all who knew him. The Funeral Service will be held at St Andrew's Church, Curry Rivel on Thursday 21st November at 11.00am. Family flowers only are requested, donations, if desired may be given to PSP Association and sent to the Funeral Directors, Crescent Funeral Services, Bow House, Bow Street, Langport, TA109PQ. Tel 01458 252505.
Eric James TOLCHARD
Passed away peacefully at South Petherton Community Hospital 1st November 2024 Aged 97. Beloved Husband to the late Marion, Much loved Dad, Grandad & Great Grandad. Funeral Service will take place Yeovil Crematorium Monday 25th November 2024 2.40pm. Family flowers only please, but if you wish to make a donation in lieu to 'Yeovil Community Meals Service' (1164612) please send a cheque made payable to charity directly to Funeral Director C/O Stuart Foster Funeral Services Ltd, 27 Market Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1HZ 01935 508971
Mavis TRASK
(later Cunningham ) Died Peacefully with her family on the 25th October. Aged 91 years. A much loved and sadly missed Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Sister. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 21st November at 11am at The Holy Ghost Roman Catholic Church, Yeovil followed by burial in Yeovil Cemetery. Enquiries to David Rivett Funeral Director 30 Lyde Road, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 5AT 01935 433737
Jessie WATTS
Previously of 2 Castle Hill Nunney passed away peacefully on Saturday 2nd November at Westbury Court Care Home Westbury aged 93. As a much loved mother to Barry and Helen she will be sorely missed but she had a long and varied life outliving most of her contemporaries. A family only funeral will be held on Tuesday 19th November.
Valerie WEBB
Val (née Tucker) passed away peacefully in hospital on October 30th 2024. Loving mother to Luke and Sarah, Granny to Ellie and Louisa. A funeral service will be held at 2pm on Friday November 22nd at Coop Funeralcare, Glen Road, Plympton PL7 2AD followed by an interment at Yealmpton Woodland Burial Site. Flowers welcome or donations to the Alzheimer's Society. All welcome to The Fortescue pub on Mutley Plain from 4pm following the service.
John WHITE
John passed away peacefully on the 30th October 2024 aged 84 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Betty, family and friends. John's service will be on Wednesday 20th November at St Congar Church, Church Lane, Badgworth, Axbridge, BS26 2QP at 12:00 noon. All enquiries please contact Cheddar & District Funeral Directors, 3 Redcliffe Street, Cheddar, BS27 3ND. tel:01934 742 958
William James WOODBORNE
of Muchelney Ham died at Yeovil District Hospital on Wednesday 23rd October 2024 aged 85 years. Beloved husband of the late Ann, dearly loved father of Sarah and dear father-in-law of Kevin who will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at The Church of St Peter and St Paul, Muchelney on Wednesday 27th November 2024 at 12.00 noon followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only, donations if desired will be shared between The Injured Jockeys Fund and PCC for Muchelney can be left in the collection box after the service or made directly online at www.mfranksandsons.co.uk (announcements). Cheques payable to the charities can also be forwarded to: M Franks & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bath Road, Ashcott, Bridgwater, TA7 9QT. Telephone 01458 210627.
James Christopher WOODS
(MBE) Passed away peacefully on 23rd October at RUH. Much loved Husband, Father and member of St. Luke's family. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. There will be a burial at Haycombe Cemetery on Wednesday 27th November at 1pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at St. Luke's Church. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, for 'LUX' and 'Good News For Everyone' are being received by Clarkson's Independent Funeral Directors 7, Windsor Place, Upper Bristol Road Bath BA1 3DF. Tel:01225 426822
Thelma Anne YEO
Passed peacefully away at Frome Community Hospital, on 10th November 2024, aged 78 years. A much loved wife, mother and grandmother. Funeral service at St George's Church, Beckington, on Monday 16th December, at 12.00 pm, followed by interment. Family flowers only, please, but donations for the NSPCC may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).
In Memoriams
Stephen Wesley JENKINS
(Joe) 17/11/2012 Always in our thoughts. With love, Jane, Nicola, Phil, Devan & Louie xx
Skidmore LES
18th November 2007 Deeply missed and lovingly remembered. Jackie, Lindsay, Neil, Mark and Julie
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.
