Somerset Funeral Notices: Heartfelt tributes to 42 lost loved ones

Heartfelt messages have been paid to 42 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 33 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 June 15 to June 21 provide comfort to the loved ones of those either lost or being celebrated. There were also nine in memoriam messages for loved ones no longer with us.

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

Pamela Mary BICKHAM

Of Burnham-on-Sea, passed peacefully away on June 8th, 2024, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Douglas, Mum and Granny. She will be sadly missed. The funeral service takes place at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Tuesday, June 25th at 2.00 pm. No flowers please, donations if desired for The R.S.P.C.A West Hatch may be given online at ashleyedwards.co.uk or sent to Ashley Edwards Funeral Directors, 10 Church Street, Highbridge, TA9 3AF Telephone 01278 794304

Michael John BISHOP

Passed away peacefully at home on 13th June 2024, aged 86 years. Funeral service at Haycombe Crematorium, Bath on Friday 28th June at 1.00pm. Donations for the British Heart Foundation may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).

Martin Amyas Arnold BLAKE

On 2nd June peacefully at Tower House Nursing Home Henley on Thames aged 95 years. Funeral Mass to be held at The Shrine of our Lady of Glastonbury Roman Catholic Church on Friday 5th July at 11.00am followed by interment in Chiselborough Churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations are invited for Aid to the Church in Need or CAFOD, these may be left after the service, given online at www.stoodleyandson.co.uk or sent c/o The Old Bank 37 Market Square Crewkerne Somerset TA18 7LP Tel 01460 73229

Robert BOWEN

(Bob) former press photographer. Passed away peacefully on 17th June aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband to Claire and father to Alan. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Wrington on Thursday 27th June at 1.30pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to Weston Hospicecare and Cancer Research UK c/o Keith C. Britton & Son, Funeral Directors, 10 High Street, Yatton BS49 4JA or via kcbritton.co.uk

Ann BRIGHT

Sadly passed away on Tuesday 11th June, aged 83 years. Loving Mum to Lizzie and devoted Nana to Rosie. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to be held on Friday 19th July, 11.30am at Haycombe Crematorium, Bath. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ann are being received for British Heart Foundation https://annbright.muchloved.com/ and may be sent to Clarkson's Independent Funeral Directors 7 Windsor Place, Upper Bristol Road Bath BA1 3DF 01225 426822

Angela BRILHAULT

Passed away peacefully at home on the 4th June 2024, aged 76 years. Loving wife to Hubert and mother to Sinead and Serena. Also a much loved grandma to Sam, Issy, Charlotte, Charlie and Jack. Funeral service is at Westerleigh Crematorium, Bristol on Tuesday 9th July at 11.45am.

Dr Bruce Maxwell CASTLE

Of Somerton, formerly from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, sadly passed away on Saturday 25th May 2024 aged 73 years. Bruce will be deeply missed by his Partner Sue and by all his family, friends and colleagues. A much loved Son, Partner, Brother, Father, Uncle, Doctor and Friend. Bruce’s Funeral Service will be held on Monday 8th July at St Michael & All Angel’s Church, Somerton at 2:00 pm. All are welcome to attend. A private cremation will take place. Family flowers only please. Donations are welcome, if desired, for RNLI or Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance, may be made online via this notice in the donation box below or cheques made payable to either charity can be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Pound Pool, Somerton, TA11 6LZ. Tel. 01458 272297.

Grace Louise CLOTHIER

(nee Day) of Wyke Champflower, passed away peacefully at Yeovil Hospital on 28 May 2024, aged 95 years. Widow of husband Jim and dearly loved mother of Janet, Ann, Sandra, Roger and David. Beloved Grandmother of 14 and Great Grandmother of 18. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday 2nd July 2024 at St Marys Church, Bruton at 12 Noon. Family flowers only please. And please wear cheerful colours to celebrate Grace's life. Donations if desired, are in aid of Cancer Research UK and can made online via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques payable to the charity can be sent to Trotman Funeral Directors, Ashdene, Frome Road, Cranmore, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4QQ.

Giuseppe D'OVIDIO

Giuseppe D'OVIDIO Peppy Formerly of Wookey. Passed away peacefully on 2nd June 2024 aged 76 years. A much loved father, grandfather and brother, who will be sadly missed. Requiem Mass at St Mary's Roman Catholic Church Glastonbury on Tuesday 9th July at 10.00am, followed by a private cremation. Donations, if desired can be made online at funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques made payable to South West Children's Heart Circle or Stroke Association may be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 9GY Telephone 01458 831020

Gwen DIXON

Passed away peacefully on Monday 3rd June aged 96. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who know her. The funeral service will be held at Walcot Methodist Chapel on Tuesday 25th June at 11.00am. Family flowers only but donations are welcome for The RNIB via W. F. Dolman & Son, 9 Walcot Terrace, Bath BA1 6AB.

Philip John EAVIS

of Pilton. Sadly passed away on 14th June 2024, aged 85 years. Adored husband of Gill, dearly loved father of Sarah, Paul, Joe and Ben and grandfather of Jack, Thom, Hannah, Ollie, Lara, Jemima, Izzy, Leo and Olivia. Philip will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Pilton Methodist Church on Thursday 11th July at 2.00pm, followed by a private burial. Please wear colourful clothing. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are invited for Pilton Methodist Church (cheques made payable to: Somerset Mendip Methodist Circuit) or Cancer Research UK and can be made online via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques made payable to the chosen charity may be forwarded to Forsey and Son, Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury BA6 9GY. Tel. 01458 831020

Maurice William GEORGE

GEORGE - Maurice William of Milton Clevedon, passed away suddenly but peacefully at his home on 31st May 2024 aged 93 years. Dearly beloved husband of Pat. Much loved dad of Susan, Marilyn and Paul. Grandad of Edward, Zoë, Josh, James, William and Hayley. Funeral service takes place at Mendip Crematorium on Monday 8th July at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, to Marie Curie may be sent to Trotman Funeral Directors, Ashdene, Frome Road, Cranmore, Shepton Mallet BA4 4QQ. Tel. 01749 - 880271

Gladys GILSON

of Wilpit Farm, Hockworthy, died peacefully at Tiverton Community Hospital on Saturday 8th June 2024, aged 79 years. A very much loved wife of John and a dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service to take place at Taunton Crematorium on Wednesday 26th June at 2.40pm. Bright Colours with a splash of red. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Royal Devon Hospitals Charity (Twyford Ward, Tiverton Community Hospital) may be sent c/o Taunton Funeral Service, 55 Bridge Street, Taunton, TA1 1TP. Tel: 01823 321077

Malcolm Stuart GREEN

of Street formerly of Compton Dundon Garage passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday 11th June 2024 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Sheila and dearly loved dad, grandad and great grandad who will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at St Andrew's Church, Compton Dundon on Thursday 11th July 2024 at 12.00 noon followed by interment in Street Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired will be shared between Alzheimer's Society and St Margaret's Somerset Hospice 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.

Jennifer Yvonne Anne HAWKINS

(nee Baker) It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jenny on Wednesday 5th June 2024, aged 78, at Bath Royal United Hospital. Jenny will be deeply missed by her beloved husband Brian and daughter Louise. Funeral Service at Haycombe Valley Chapel, Bath on Wednesday 3rd July 2024, at 1pm. All friends welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers are being collected for The League of Friends of the Royal United Hospitals (Bath) Cheques payable to the charity may be sent c/o G Mannings Funeral Directors, 106 North Road, Combe Down, Bath, BA2 5DJ.

Geoffrey HAYES

of Ashwick, Oakhill Died peacefully at home on June 9th 2024, aged 84 years. Service to celebrate his life on Thursday June 20th 2024 at Mendip Crematorium, Shepton Mallet at 12.30pm. Afterwards at The Mendip Golf Club. Donations in lieu of flowers to RUH/X Dyson Cancer Centre c/o E Emery & Sons, Funeral Directors, Oakhill BA3 5BG. Tel 01749 840350.

Robert John HEANEY

(Bob) Bob died peacefully at Rush Hill Mews on 7th June 2024, aged 89. Loved husband for 61 years of Janet, father to Steven, Andrew and Neil, and grandfather to ten. Family cremation on 21st June. A celebration of his life will be held in his home village of Bathampton on 19th July. Enquiries to Clarkson's Independent Funeral Directors 7 Windsor Place, Upper Bristol Road Bath, BA1 3DF 01225 426 822

Margaret Elizabeth HODDER

Died on 8th June 2024, aged 74 years. Funeral service at Nunney Church on Friday 12th July at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only please, but donations for Save the Children may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).

Margery Jean HUCKLEBRIDGE

(Nee Box) 11/10/1930 - 06/06/2024 Passed away peacefully in the RUH on Thursday the 6th of June aged 93 years. A funeral service will take place at Haycombe Crematorium Valley Chapel on Tuesday the 25 June at 4pm. Funeral directors E Hooper & Son, 13 St James Parade, Bath BA1 1UL 01225 422040 A celebration of mums life will be at Weston Ex Serviceman's Association, 44 Brook Field Park BA1 4JQ, at 5pm. All are welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations to the British Heart Foundation would be gladly accepted.

Rachel HUMPHRIES

of Midsomer Norton passed away peacefully on 2nd June 2024, aged 84 years. Beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be deeply missed by all her family, friends and colleagues. Funeral service to be held at St. Nicholas and the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Stowey on Monday 24th June at 10.30am. Donations if desired, via justgiving.com 'Rachel Humphries RUHX Butterfly Fund' or send to the Funeral Directors. H H Evans Funeral Directors, Tyndale House, 20 Winterfield Park, Paulton, Bristol. BS39 7RY

Greta Mary JAMES

Of Wells formerly of Shepton Mallet. Peacefully passed away on 14th June 2024, aged 91 years. A much loved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Greta will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Mendip Crematorium on Monday 8th July at 12.30pm. Family Flowers only please, donations if desired, are invited for The League of Friends of West Mendip Hospital and can be made online via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques made payable to the chosen charity can be forwarded to Forsey and Son, Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY. Tel 01458 831020

Mary KINGSTON

Of Cheddar passed away peacefully at Weston Hospicecare on 7th June 2024, aged 94 years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St. Andrew's Church, Cheddar on Monday 24th June at 12.00 noon. No flowers please but donations if desired to either Weston Hospicecare or Cancer Research UK which may be forwarded to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3RF. Tel 01934 742885.

Mary MEAKER

Passed away on 7th May 2024, aged 86 years. Dearly loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at St. Andrew's Church, Congresbury on Monday 1st July at 1pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to Children's Hospice South West c/o Keith C Britton & Son, Funeral Directors, 10 High Street, Yatton BS49 4JA or online via kcbritton.co.uk

Wilfred George PEDDLE

of Glastonbury passed away peacefully at Southlawns Care Home, Street on Sunday 9th June 2024 aged 73 years. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service will be held at St John's Church, Glastonbury on Wednesday 3rd July 2024 at 12.00 noon followed by interment in Glastonbury Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK can be left in the collection box after the service or made directly online at www.mfranksandsons.co.uk (announcements). Cheques payable to the charity can also be forwarded to: M Franks & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bath Road, Ashcott, Bridgwater, TA7 9QT. Telephone 01458 210627

Alexander PERKINS

(Alex) Alex Perkins, aged 82 years, sadly passed away on Wednesday June 6th, peacefully in his sleep, at home in Taunton, Somerset, after a short illness. An old boy of Bacup & Rawtenstall grammar school in the late 50s, Imperial College London and Lancaster University (PhD). Alex was a keen sportsman, playing cricket at school and for local clubs, as well as crown green bowls when living in Garstang and squash in later life. He enjoyed a successful career as a research scientist, eventually retiring in 2000. He married Valerie Sunderland with whom he leaves two children and five grandchildren, and his second wife Margaret, all of whom will miss him dearly. A service will take place on Tuesday 25th June at Taunton Deane Crematorium, Wellington New Rd, Taunton TA1 5NE. Family Flowers only, donations can be made online at crescent-giving.co.uk.

George Henry PUDDY

of Burnham On Sea, passed away peacefully at West Mendip Hospital, Glastonbury on Tuesday 11th June 2024 aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Ruth, dearly loved father of Steven, Martin and David, dear father-in-law and a loving grandad and great grandad who will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Friday 5th July 2024 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only, donations if desired for The League of Friends of West Mendip Hospital and National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) 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.

Major Ian RANDS

MBE Major Ian Rands MBE has passed away peacefully at home in West Pennard, aged 96. He leaves three children, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren - and over 37,500 trees. At Ian's request, there will be no funeral service, flowers or donations. If you would like to honour Ian's memory, please consider planting a tree. All enquiries to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY or call 01458 831020.

Susan Ann ROPER

Passed away on June 9th 2024 aged 67 years. Beloved Wife of Colin, a much loved Mother and Grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Friday, June 28th at 11.30am. Please wear something blue, Susan's favourite colour. Family flowers only, donations if desired for The Alzheimer's Society are being accepted in memory of Susan by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors 2, The Vinery, Harford Square Chew Magna, BS40 8RD Telephone 01275 332565

Lesley SHARPE

Passed away on 1st June 2024, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of Neil. Dearly loved mother of Mark and Julie. A much loved grandma 'Mims' to Freddie and Chester. Funeral service at The Vale Crematorium, Fladbury, on Tuesday July 2nd at 11.00am. Feel free to wear colour, rather than the traditional black We ask you please not to send flowers - if you wish to donate in memory of Lesley, these are invited for Cancer Research UK and may be left at the service, or via this site. Thankyou

Sheila TOTTENHAM

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sheila on Saturday 8th June 2024, aged 77. Sheila will be deeply missed by her daughters Sarah and Bridget, her grandchildren, her sister and brother, and her many friends in Bath and beyond. Funeral Service at Haycombe Crematorium, Valley Chapel on Friday 28th June at 3.15pm. All friends welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers are being collected for Dementia UK. All enquiries to E Hooper Funeral Directors 01225422040

Sylvia Ann TROTT

Of East Compton Farm Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday 6th June 2024 aged 88 years with family at her side. Sylvia will be deeply missed by her sons Peter and Jim, daughter Carol and by all of her family and friends. Reunited again with her beloved husband Roy. Sylvia's funeral service will be held on Wednesday 3rd July at Mendip Crematorium at 12:30 pm. Family flowers only please and donations are welcomed for the upkeep of St Thomas a Becket Church, Pylle. Donations can be made at Sylvia's funeral via the donation box or cheques made payable to "PCC Thomas a Becket Church" may be forwarded to Forsey and Son, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY. Tel. 01458 831020

Harold WILSON

(formerly of Buddle Lane), passed away peacefully at home in Somerset on 9th June 2024, aged 101 years. Much loved husband of Helen, father of Garry and the late Susan, father-in-law of Susie, and Grandpa of Isabel and Ellie. The funeral service will be held at Taunton Deane Crematorium on Friday 5th July 2024 at 11.20am. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired to Blood Cancer UK c/o Hedley Price Funeral Directors, Mart Road, Minehead, TA24 5BJ. Tel 01643 703111

Arthur John WYATT

Of Stowey House Farm (John). Passed away peacefully at home on June 6th 2024, aged 90 years. Much loved and missed by all of his family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Thursday, 27th June at 12.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Stowey Church and The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Fund are being accepted in memory of John by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors 2, The Vinery, Harford Square Chew Magna, BS40 8RD Telephone 01275 332565

In Memoriams

Mary Georgina COOPER

(Vaughan) Time does not remove the ache I have had in my Heart since I lost you. I love you still and always will. Your loving husband Peter.

Tracey HAMPSHIRE

20th June 2016 Memories never fade away, always in our thoughts, especially today. Love Mum, Chris, Debbie and Nick x x

Bobby MAUNDRILL

June, 20th 2003. Tenderly I treasure our past and my memories will always last. When I cease to think of you will be when God has called me too. Love forever Bill x x

Mary MILLS

(Rowlands) In loving memory of a wonderful mother to Susan and friend to many who passed away after long illnesses very bravely borne at Avon Park Care Centre, 22 years ago, on June 19th 2002. She lives on in our memories and will never be forgotten.

Margaret QUINN

(Doyle) (Peggy) Peggy Mum, 16 years since you left us, not a day goes by without treasured thoughts of our times together. Loved and sadly missed. Loving Son Mike & Wife Sara xx

Guy And Pat RADFORD

GUY: MARCH 3rd, 1925 - JUNE 24th, 2010 PAT: MARCH 31st, 1929 - JUNE 14th, 2021 Their absence is a silent grief; their lives a beautiful memory. With much love from Deborah and John xx

Ray SHORT

23.06.2014 Gone are the days we used to share, but in my heart you are always there. Never more than a thought away, loved and remembered every day. Love Mary x x Fond memories from Keith and family x x

Birthday Memoriams

Steven RAYES

Thinking of you today on your birthday, 16th June. So loved and so missed. Mum and Dad and family. xxxxxxxxxxcc

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