Tributes to 'caring' midwife who also served in RAF lead death notices in Essex this week

Patricia Kamal
Patricia Kamal -Credit:Funeral Notices


Tributes to a "devoted husband" who is missed by his "dear family" lead death notices in Essex this week. 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 are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

Ian Leslie BEARD

Ian Beard
Ian Beard -Credit:Funeral Notices

Ian Leslie Beard, formerly of Yeovil, passed away in Witham on 27th March 2024 aged 79. Devoted husband of the late Jean, Ian is survived by his dear family. Committal service 30th April at 10am at Chelmsford Crematorium. Family flowers only. Any donations to Dementia UK.

Nigel BLYTHE-TINKER

Nigel Blythe-Tinker
Nigel Blythe-Tinker -Credit:Funeral Notices

In loving memory of Nigel Blythe-Tinker who has sadly passed away. A very proud father to Sophie and Claire and a good friend to those who knew him. Nigel lived a full and rewarding life. In his free time, he loved sailing, fishing and time spent outdoors. Nigel enjoyed an esteemed legal career which took him all over the world. He was a highly respected and accomplished corporate lawyer and, more recently, was proud to set up a scholarship in his name to support university students. Nigel's family would like to thank people for their understanding and support during this difficult time. We will be holding a memorial service in due course.

Alan CANHAM

Alan Canham
Alan Canham -Credit:Funeral Notices

It is with great sadness to announce the death of Alan Canham, which occurred on 5 April 2024, at Elburton Heights Care Home, Plymouth. He will be sorely missed by his wife Sue, son and daughter, Mark and Ann, and his grandchildren. A well known local in Harlow, especially in the swimming world. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of his life on 3 May at 10:45 at Efford Cemetery, Efford Road, Plymouth PL3 6NG

Doris Isobel Ann GEORGE

Sadly at home on 30th March 2024, after a sudden and unexpected decline in her health. Aged 90 years. Much loved Mum, Nan, Great Nan, Sister and friend. Funeral Service will take place on Monday 29th April at Chelmsford Crematorium at 1.30 pm. A heartfelt thanks to ECL for the care and support given to Doris and her family during this time. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Doris to 'British Heart Foundation' or 'Cancer Research UK', may be made via Tributes & Donations at www.pauljking.com or sent to Paul J King Funeral Directors 10 Station Road Burnham-on-Crouch CM0 8BG 01621 784884

Pauline GRAYSTON

passed away peacefully at Broomfield Hospital on 5th April 2024, aged 85 years. Loving Wife of Dennis. Funeral Service at Chelmsford Crematorium on Thursday 2nd May at 3.30pm. Floral tributes may be sent to T Pennack & Sons, Funeral Directors.

Patricia Jocelyn (Pat) KAMAL (Nurse)

Patricia Kamal
Patricia Kamal -Credit:Funeral Notices

(Nurse) (Pat) In loving memory of Patricia aged 75 who left this world with her family by her side on 22nd February 2024 at Broomfield Hospital. Daughter of Eucline Nurse and Lillian Belle-Nurse. Loving Mother of Claire Binks. Step Mother to Sally Baxter. Beloved wife to David Baxter. Mother in law to Jamie Binks. Devoted Grandma to Lilly Binks and Melody Binks. Sister of Norma Sobers, Maureen Greene, Arundel Nurse; The late Winfield Belle, Eugene Belle, Eric Nurse, Cynthia Nurse and Jocelyn Reid. Pat or Darling to those closest to her, served in the RAF and was a loved and caring midwife. Pat had a zest for life and was most passionate about art and music, she was always the first on the dance floor and the last one to leave. Patricia was laid to rest in her hometown in Christ Church, Barbados following the service held at St Matthias Anglican Church. Memorial Service to be held at Chelmsford Cathedral on the 25th April at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers please kindly make donations to the charities Mind or Dementia UK.

Paul James LANCASTER

Paul Lancaster
Paul Lancaster -Credit:Funeral Notices

Sadly & unexpectedly on 25th March 2024, aged 62 years. Retired, formerly Central Operations Director for Intu Shopping Centres. Beloved husband of Tracey, best ever dad to Hannah & Craig, father-in-law to Michalis and a devoted brother to Neil and family. Funeral service will take place at Old Park Meadow Lodge, on Thursday 25th April at 10.30. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Lymphoedema Support Network may be made online at: www.mluckingandsons.co.uk/donations

Mary Ann MITCHELHILL

passed away unexpectedly at home on 13th March 2024, aged 69 years. A much loved Wife, Mother and Grandmother. Funeral Service at the Church of Our Lady Immaculate, New London Road, Chelmsford on Wednesday 8th May, at 11.30am followed by cremation at Chelmsford Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Breast Cancer UK may be sent to T Pennack & Sons, Funeral Directors.

Frances NEILLY

Passed away peacefully at home on 31st March 2024, aged 82 years. Loving Mother of Andrew and much loved Grandmother to Callum and Cella. Funeral Service at Chelmsford Crematorium on Friday 17th May at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK and Farleigh Hospice may be sent to T Pennack & Sons, Funeral Directors.

Margaret Rose YALLOP

Passed away peacefully at home on the 20th March 2024 aged 86. Funeral service to be held at Chelmsford Crematorium, South Chapel on Tuesday, 30th April at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to Cancer Research c/o Chelmsford Star Co-operative Funeral Directors 78 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1SS

Birthday Memoriams

Amy Jane STOAKES

In loving memory on your 36th birthday. 15.04.1988 to 16.02.2013 It doesn't take a special day to bring you to our minds, For days without a thought of you are very hard to find. Loving you always. Nan and Grandad, Jane and Jason, Jimmy, Kelly and Children, and your Children Paul and Casey x x

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.