Tributes to 'talented' Essex County Council worker among this week's death notices from Essex Chronicle this week

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

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Death Notices

Trevor John BASHFORD

Sadly at home on 20th October 2024. Aged 69 years. Much loved Husband to Irene and Father to Zoe. Will be sadly missed by all who knew him. The Funeral Service will take place on Friday 29th November at Southend Crematorium at 2.00 pm. Flowers welcome or donations in memory of Trevor to Farleigh Hospice or Marie Curie may be made via 'Tributes & Donations' at www.pauljking.com or sent to Paul J King Funeral Directors 6 Corporation Road Chelmsford CM1 2AR 01245 264411

Graeme Oliver CHALK

passed away peacefully on 18th October 2024, aged 94 years. Loving husband for 70 years of Brenda, Father of Christopher, Stephen and Andrew. Funeral Service at St Mary & St Lawrence Church, Great Waltham on Monday 18th November, at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Farleigh Hospice may be sent to T Pennack & Sons, Funeral Directors.

Kenneth DRAIN

'Ken' Peacefully at home on 26th October 2024. Aged 92 years. Will be sadly missed by Dorothy, his Son, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday 21st November at Chelmsford Crematorium at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Ken to 'Dementia UK' may be sent to Paul J King Funeral Directors 10 Station Road Burnham-on-Crouch CM0 8BG 01621 784884

Mavis Jill EVELEIGH

Passed away peacefully on 24th October 2024, aged 84 years. Loving Wife of Morris, a much loved Mum, Nana and Great Nanny. Funeral Service at Chelmsford Crematorium on Thursday 21st November, at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the British Heart Foundation may be sent to T Pennack & Sons, Funeral Directors.

Jennifer Elizabeth (Formerly Known As John Edward) FRANKLIN

Formerly Known As John Edward Jennifer of Harewood Road, Writtle, CM13DH Passed away at Broomfield Hospital age 74. The Buddhist funeral service will take place at Chelmsford Crematorium on Thursday 14th November 2024 at 10:00a.m. We welcome anyone who wishes to join us in this service for Jennifer. Any enquiries to be directed to Co-op Funeralcare, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford. 01245 299 268

Edward John GREGORY

Died peacefully on 22nd October 2024. In life he worked for Essex County Council, principally in tourism, was a talented carpenter, and loved history and art. Survived by his wife Jane, sons Alden and Derwin, and their partners Alexa and Jo. Donations to Parkinson's UK.

John Edward Barrington GYFORD

Aged 85 years Died 23rd October 2024 Much loved husband of Janet, father of Phil and Sue, brother of Chris. The funeral will be held at Chelmsford Crematorium South Chapel Friday 29th November 2024 at 2.30pm. Reception at Witham Labour Hall from 4:00pm. Family flowers only please Donations to British Red Cross via johngyford.muchloved.com

Joan JENKINS

Much loved wife of Dr Graham Jenkins. Passed away peacefully on the 25th October aged 91. The Funeral service will be held on Tuesday 19th November at All Saints Church, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex at 2.00pm, followed by a private Cremation. Following the church service there will be a reception at the church hall. Family flowers only. Family request colourful clothing to be worn. Should you wish to make a donation in Joan's memory either to Marie Curie Cancer Care or The British Heart Foundation and can be sent c/o Chelmsford Star Co-op Funeral Directors 78 Broomfield Road Chelmsford Essex CM1 1SS

Marianne LEE

Passed away peacefully on 10th October 2024, aged 89 years. Loving Mum to Joanne, Kathryn, Frances and Nicholas, a much loved Grandma and Great Grandma. Funeral Service at Chelmsford Crematorium on Friday 29th November at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Parkinson's UK may be sent to T Pennack & Sons, Funeral Directors.

Lilian May 'Lil' WILDMAN (Spry)

(Spry) Previously Lilian Cullivan, passed peacefully on 27th October at home aged 90 years. Beloved Mum to Theresa, Christine, Helen and Marion. Nan to 12 grandchildren and Great-Nan to 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral to take place Thursday 14th November at Bentley Crematorium, 2.30p.m. Dress code - Please wear something purple. All enquiries to Bennetts Funerals 01277 210104.

Barbara Jean WISBEY

Passed away in Broomfield Hospital with her family by her side on 18th October 2024, aged 81 years. Funeral service to be held at Braintree Cemetery Chapel on Friday 15th November 2024 at 1pm followed by burial in Braintree Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Barbara are being received for Alzheimer's Society & Dementia UK and can be left in the offertory box. All enquiries to G. Collins & Sons 4 The Street, White Notley Witham, CM8 1RH Tel: 01376 583750

Raymond Paul Pannell (Paul) WRIGHT

(Paul) Promoted to Glory on 16th October 2024, aged 88 years. Loving Husband to Mildred, a much loved Dad and Grandad. Cremation to be held at Chelmsford Crematorium on Monday 18th November, at 3.30pm followed by a Thanksgiving Service at the Salvation Army Citadel, Baddow Road, Chelmsford at 7pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the RNIB may be sent to T Pennack & Sons, Funeral Directors.

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