Tribute to barrister in Cornwall death and funeral notices as loss 'leaves gaping hole'

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A barrister who 'fell in love' with Cornwall has been remembered as part of this week's death and funeral notices. 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.

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Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Marie MCDOUGALL
Marie McDougall's passing has left a 'gaping hole'
Marie McDougall's passing has left a 'gaping hole'

It is with great sadness that I announce the untimely death of my sister, Marie. Her passing leaves a gaping hole in the lives of her family and friends. She passed away peacefully at her Newlyn home on October 11. A self starter, she managed to transition from a simple admin job to lucrative IT work. And it was whilst doing this that she met her loving husband: James McDougall. Feeling that IT lacked challenge, she attended Cambridge University and obtained a law degree and became a successful barrister, and a member of the Bar Council. Having holidayed in Cornwall previously, she'd fallen in love with the place, and the people, and decided to settle in Newlyn to enjoy a happy retirement.

She became a valued member of the community, always willing to help and advocate for local people with legal issues, or even just offering sage advice if asked. She was also elected head of the local embroidery club by the members who valued her intelligence, prudence and ethics. She leaves behind a loving husband, brother and parents, as well as many friends and other family members. Funeral details are still to be arranged, and will be announced in an updated obituary.

Oenone MINERS

On Thursday, October 3, peacefully West Cornwall Hospital, Oenone Ellen, aged 85 years of Penzance. Beloved Wife of the Late Ted Miners. Much loved Mum of Jonathan and daughter-in-law Tracey. Funeral service to be held at High Street Methodist Church, Penzance on Wednesday, October 23, at 11am. Followed by Interment. Flowers or donations if so desired for NAWT (Wheal Alfred) or for the Cinnamon Trust may be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel 01736 364062.

Francis "John" MITCHELL
Francis "John" MITCHELL
Francis "John" MITCHELL

Of Redruth, passed away peacefully at the Tregenna House Nursing Home, Camborne, on Sunday, October 6, aged 84 years. John, beloved husband of the late Ann, much loved Dad to Julie, Chris, Karen and Nick, a devoted Papa to Oliver, Rosie and Alex, Great Papa to Eli, Evie and Eleanor, brother of Noreen, Ann, Susan, Libby, Jenny (deceased) and David (deceased). Funeral Service at: Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Thursday, October 24, at 4pm. If you can, please wear some Cornish Tartan. No flowers please, by request but donations welcomed, in aid of The Redruth Charity Trust and Cornwall Ambulance Service Benevolent Fund, by retiring collection or sent direct to the charity. Enquiries to the Funeral Director, Richard Putt at: Bernard Williams and Son, "Carriage House," 1 Mount Ambrose, Redruth, TR15 1NX Telephone: 01209 315060.

Mervyn MITCHELL

Mervyn Mitchell, of Pentire, closed his eyes for the last time on Monday, October 7, aged 82. He died in peace with his beloved wife Rachel, son Martin and daughter Ruth, by his bedside while in sight of his Village Green, Fistral beach and the ocean beyond. Mervyn grew up in Portsmouth with his sister Wendy and brother Paul. He was a much respected civil engineer, local campaigner and artist. Along with this, he was also a beloved husband, father, grandfather and family man.

He will be greatly missed for his love, tenacity, and distinctly Mervyn humour by all who knew and loved him. He will leave The Greens by Fistral steps for the final time from 10.30am on the morning of Monday, October 21. All are welcome to the funeral service, which will be held at 11:00 am at St Michael's Church, St Michael's Rd, Newquay. This will be followed by a private interment. Refreshments with family, friends, neighbours and workmates - past and present - at The Esplanade Hotel, Pentire, from 1pm. All should feel very welcome. Donations to Salvation Army / Leprosy Mission 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.

Sandra Jean NEAL

Dearest mother to Spencer and Claire, cherished Baba to Joss, Lily, Sam and Ellis and much loved by her wider family, especially Caroline, Rupert and Christopher's siblings, Alan, Kathy and Lucinda and their families. Sandra had an extraordinary life that started in Scotland, the Caribbean, Singapore and then London where, in 1962, she met her soulmate, Christopher and began her lifelong attachment to St Agnes. Sandra was a sincere and true friend to many. She will be remembered for her intelligence, compassion and loyalty, for the life she created and the life she lived. Sandra was, to the end, a fine example of a stoic Scot, but she was also glamorous, passionate and fiercely independent. Funeral Service: St Agnes Church at 1pm, Friday, November 1, followed by burial in St Agnes Cemetery. Please, no flowers but donations to the RNLI are welcome and will be accepted by the Funeral Directors, Malcolm Carveth, San Marino, Goonbell, St Agnes, TR5 0PQ

Robin (Bob) NEWING
Robin (Bob) NEWING
Robin (Bob) NEWING

Bob Of Mullion On Thursday, October 10, Robin passed away peacefully at The Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of Barbara. Devoted father of Debbie and Dawn, stepfather of Chris, Jo, Trisha and Rich, and a loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne, on Thursday, November 7, at 11am. Family flowers only please. If you wish to make a donation in lieu of flowers, there will be a retiring collection for Cornwall Animal Welfare, donations can also be sent via the link below or sent to the Funeral Director. R.E. Tonkin & Son Lender Lane, Mullion, TR12 7HW 01326 240752 www.retonkin.co.uk

Jeannette May PINE

Passed away peacefully on Friday, October 11, at St James's Lodge aged 91 years. Loving wife of David (deceased). Devoted partner of Edgar. Special mum of Nicola and Steven. Loving mother in law of Graham. Proud gran of Ryan, Corinne and Kelly. Dearly loved sister of Kenneth (deceased). Great gran to Yasmin, Maisie, Connie, Brooke and Elodie. Funeral Service will be held at The Park Crematorium, Ceremony Room Two, 205 Merafield Road, Plymouth, PL7 1UQ on Monday, October 28, at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Stroke Association may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Crownhill, PL6 5DY Tel: 01752 767676.

Elizabeth Beatrice June REED
Elizabeth Beatrice June REED
Elizabeth Beatrice June REED

On Wednesday, October 9, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side, June aged 90 years of Camborne. A beloved wife of Courtney (deceased), much loved Mum of Gail, and a dear Nan and Great Nanny. Remembered with love and kindness by all who knew her. Funeral Service for June will be held at Camborne Wesley Methodist Church on Wednesday, October 30, at 1pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for ShelterBox by retiring collection or c/o David Hendy & Sons Funeral Directors, Treswithian, Camborne, TR14 7NW. Tel: 01209 612025.

James Franklyn Paul RICHARDS

On Friday, October 4, passed away at King Charles Court, Falmouth. Paul aged 81 years of Stithians. Much loved husband of Margaret (deceased), a dear Father to James and Sharon and a caring papa to Sophie, Henry & Alice. Sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Veryan Parish Church on Friday, October 25, at 1:30pm followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Parkinson's UK, by retiring collection or c/o Paul Sherris Funeral Services, West Terrace, Hayle, TR27 4JS. Tel. 01736 753969.

James Franklyn Paul RICHARDS

On Friday, October 4, passed away at King Charles Court, Falmouth. Paul aged 81 years of Stithians. Much loved husband of Margaret (deceased), a dear Father to James and Sharon and a caring papa to Sophie, Henry & Alice. Sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Veryan Parish Church on Friday, October 25, at 1.30pm followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Parkinson's UK, by retiring collection or c/o Paul Sherris Funeral Services, West Terrace, Hayle, TR27 4JS. Tel. 01736 753969.

Audrey Elizabeth ROSS

Passed away unexpectedly on September 23, at Mayflower House Care Home, aged 98 years. Funeral service to take place at The Park Crematorium, Chapel Room 1 on Monday, October 21, at 11am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for The Elder Tree. Co-op Funeralcare Devonport Plymouth PL2 1AQ Tel: 01752 565102.

Rita ROWE

Rita sadly passed away on October 2, at Woodland Villa Care Home. Aged 80 years. Loving mother of Katherine and Nicholas. Forever In Our Hearts. Never Forgotten. Funeral will take place on Friday, October 25, 11am at The Park Crematorium, Room 1 205 Merafield Rd Plymouth PL7 1UQ Donations would be warmly received in aid of The Red Cross and can be made by retiring collection. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare 12-14 Morshead Rd Crownhill Plymouth PL6 5AJ Tel: 01752 303830.

Rev'd Canon Tim RUSS
Rev'd Canon Tim RUSS
Rev'd Canon Tim RUSS

On Tuesday, October 8, at Cathedral View Nursing Home. Beloved husband of Martin (dec'd), son of the late John and Kathleen and brother to Elizabeth and Jane (dec'd). Funeral service 2pm, Wednesday, October 30, Truro Cathedral, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu for Cornwall Hospice Care Limited may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.

Sheila Margaret SAUNDERS

Aged 93 years Sheila sadly passed away at Devonshire House Care Home with her family by her side. Sheila was a loving Mum, Nan and Great Nan to all her family. Forever in our hearts. Never forgotten. Special thanks to the carers and staff at Devonshire House for all their love and care over the last few years. Funeral service to take place at The Park Crematorium, Plymouth, Ceremony Room 2 on Monday, October 28, at 10:30am. Close family flowers only. Donations would be greatly received in aid of Bernardo's and can be made by retiring collection. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Plympton (01752) 208059.

Marilyn Mary SAVAGE

Passed away after a long illness at St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth on October, 3, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of Keith and loving sister of Sue and brother- in-law Charlie, she will be greatly missed. Funeral service to be held at The Park Crematorium, (Ceremony Room 2), Merafield Road, Plympton PL7 1UQ on Thursday, October 24, at 11.30am. Either flowers or donations if desired for St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson, Plymstock, PL9 9BR Tel: 01752 404042.

Karen Heather SAXBY

Passed away peacefully at Consort Nursing Home on October 6, aged 65 years. Much loved wife of Bruce, sister to Colin and sister in law to Susan, Charlie, Ian and Clare. Funeral service to take place at The Park Crematorium on Friday, October 25, at 12pm. Family flowers only please but, if desired, donations to Alzheimer's Society may be made via retiring collection. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare Crownhill 12-14 Morshead Road, Crownhill, Plymouth, PL6 5AJ 01752 303830.

Christopher Gordon SEWARD

On September 29, aged 50 years. Beloved son of Basil and Marion, brother of the late Neil and Marcus, father of Hollie and Ryan and step dad of Lacey. You will be sadly missed by your family and friends. Thank you to everybody involved. Lots of love from Mum and Dad. Funeral Service at The Exeter & Devon Crematorium on Thursday, October 24, at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for MIND c/o A.White & Sons, Albert Road, Crediton, EX17 2BZ.

Janet 'Jenny' SKINNARD (née Russell)
Janet 'Jenny' SKINNARD (née Russell)
Janet 'Jenny' SKINNARD (née Russell)

(née Russell) On Friday, October 4, passed away unexpectedly, aged 83 years of Truro. Beloved wife of the late Arthur, treasured mother of Daphne and Andrew and proud grandmother of Florence, Louis, Alfie, Jacob and Indigo. A Celebration of her life will take place at Truro Cathedral on Friday, October 25, at 3pm. No flowers by request. Donations if desired for Young and Talented Cornwall: The Lord Lieutenant's Fund, may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.

Margaret Rosemary STRACHAN

Passed away peacefully at home with her family, aged 88 years, on September 21, after a short illness. Devoted wife of the late John, and much loved mother, mother-in-law and treasured grandmother. Rosemary will be missed by her family and throughout her community. A commemoration service will be held at the church of St Peter & St Paul in Ermington on Monday, October 21, at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Luke's Hospice, Marie Curie or Cancer Research UK would be welcome and may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson, Ivybridge. PL21 0DB. Tel: 01752 690909.

Terence James (Terry) SULLY

(Terry) Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, at his home in Launceston, aged 80 years. Beloved Husband of Margaret, a much-loved Dad to Claire & Darren and a loving "Grumpy" to Lauren, Issy, Beth, Charlie and Kate. Funeral service to be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Friday, November 8, at 11.30am. Family flowers only; donations may be given in Terry's memory to Alzheimer's Research UK, by retiring collection, c/o G F Gubbin Funeral Directors, Penlaurel, Langdon, Launceston, PL15 8NL, 01566 785340 or online using JustGiving via the website: www.denisewellingtonfunerals.co.uk

Karen SYME (Tyreman)

(Tyreman) Peacefully at home in Inverness, on Sunday, October 6, after nearly 4 years with Motor Neurone Disease, Karen. Beloved wife of Adam, and a much loved mother of Rosie, Katie, Alastair and Gillian. Granny, sister, auntie and friend. Funeral ceremony on Thursday, October 17, at John Fraser and Son, Chapel Street, Inverness at 11am, and private cremation thereafter. A warm welcome to attend. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu are invited towards MND Scotland and the RNLI.

Jill THOMPSON

On Tuesday, October 8, peacefully at Ponsandane Care Home Jill, aged 86 years of Penzance. Beloved wife of the Late Mike Thompson. Much loved Mum of Paul. Funeral service enquiries to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel. 01736 364062.

Frank TOWNING
Frank TOWNING
Frank TOWNING

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25. Frank aged 81 years of Newquay and formerly of Ormesby and Teeside. Beloved husband of Maureen, and loving stepfather and Grandpa Frank. Funeral service is to take place at Penmount Crematorium on Saturday, October 19, at 10am. Family flowers only but donations in lieu for the RNLI can be given by retiring collection or online using the link at HenwoodFunerals.co.uk

Audrey VINCENT

Fell asleep at her home, on Tuesday, October 8, aged 97 years. Beloved wife of the late Stanley, devoted mother of Pat and Jean, mother-in-law of Philip, dear gran of Steven and Martin, great gran of Lily, Ella and Jasmine. Funeral service will be held at Northlew Methodist Chapel, on Tuesday, October 29, at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are for Northlew Methodist Chapel, by retiring collection, or sent c/o Albery & Redstone Funeral Directors, 15 East Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AS Tel: 01837 55299.

Ronald WAWMAN

Unexpectedly at home on September 25, Ron, aged 92 years. Loving husband to Margaret (deceased). Dearest dad of Penny, Sarah, Tim and Tom, adored grandad to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral service at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Wednesday October 23, at 2.30pm. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Ron for Macmillan Nurses may be made through the retiring collection or sent to J H Spry & Sons, 28 Holster Yard, Lewdown, Okehampton, Devon. EX20 4BS.

Paul WILLIAMS
Paul WILLIAMS
Paul WILLIAMS

On Tuesday, October 8, passed away peacefully at home, aged 91 years. A much loved family man who will be greatly missed. Funeral service 12 noon, Thursday, October 24, Trelawny Chapel, Penmount Crematorium. A splash of colour or a rugby tie would be welcomed. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Paul for Marie Curie may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.

Julie Pascaleen WILLIAMS

Passed away peacefully on October 5, at St Luke's Hospice, aged 87 years. Devoted wife to Raymond (deceased). Dearly loved mother to Catherine (deceased) and Christopher, and mother in law to Carol and Martin. Treasured Grandmother to Emma, Rachel, and Sunny. Also, dear sister to Roy, David (deceased) and Tony (deceased). Funeral Service to take place on October 24, at St Budeaux Methodist Church at 12.30pm, followed by cremation at The Park Crematorium, Ceremony Room 2 at 1:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received by The Stroke Association. Lovingly remembered by all who knew her. St Budeaux Funeralcare 72 Victoria Road, St Budeaux, Plymouth, PL5 1RF 01752 362222.

In Memoriams
Walter Lewis BUTTON

October 21, 2005. Nineteen years have passed since you left us, but you are always still with us. Now reunited with Mary. Love Des, Jeffrey, Richard, Rebecca, Karen and Great-Grandchildren xxx

Cyril Graham GOLLEY

In loving memory of our dear Father who passed away October 16, 2018. Also remembering our cherished Mother June who passed away 1st May 2024 'Gone yet not forgotten, although we are apart . your spirits live within us, forever in our hearts' Linda, Charmaine, Sons-in-law Paul and Chris.

Ronald HOLLAND

October 21, 2023. In loving memory Mary x

Mary Elsie ROBB (Bornhoft)

(Bornhoft) In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, who passed away on October 13, 2014. The day God called you home He saw you getting tired When a cure was not to be He closed His arms around you And whispered come to me For all you went through He saw you needed rest God's garden must be beautiful For He only picks the best Love and miss you always David, Christopher, Kim, Sarah, Eloise, Daniel, Gary, Derek and Ashley xxxxxxxxx

Brenda Ann WICKETT (nee Ellis)
Brenda Ann WICKETT (nee Ellis) has been remembered
Brenda Ann WICKETT (nee Ellis) has been remembered

(nee Ellis) 17/11/1942 - 16/10/2018 Six years since I saw you last, I miss your smile, I miss your laughs, I miss our daily chats, one day we will meet again. Love from your Son Chris Wickett xxxx

Acknowledgements
Anthony Terence HARRY

Christine, Michaela and families wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kindness in thought and deed. letters and cards of sympathy and for their attendance at the funeral service of their loved one. Special thanks to the Celebrant David Maddern for a comforting service and kind words also to David Wakfer and his team for their kindness, consideration and thoughtfulness during this sad time

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