Family Notices from Jersey Evening Post

LE JEHAN, Margaret (née Henry)

Passed away peacefully on Monday, 9 December, 2019, aged 75 years, beloved wife of the late Dave, loving mother of Sue, Mick and Chris, doting Nan of Lee, Shelley and Natasha. She will be sadly missed.

Relatives and friends wishing to celebrate Margaret’s life are invited to attend St Clement’s Parish Church at 1 pm on Wednesday, 18 December. Family flowers only. Donations, in Margaret’s memory, can be made to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

CURRAN, Desmond (Des)

Formerly of Saul, County Down, died on Sunday, 1 December, 2019, at his late residence in Grouville. Dearly beloved son of the late Leonard and Alicia Curran, and brother of Brian. Very deeply regretted by the Curran and Hayes family circles. St Patrick pray for him.

The funeral service for Des will take place at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 20 December at 2. 30 pm. His ashes will be returned to Saul, County Down. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Des, may be sent to Jersey Cancer Relief, c/o Mr Derek R Denton, Honorary Treasurer, JCR Centre, 35 Burrard Street, St Helier, JE2 4WS. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

WHEELER, Margita

Passed away at the General Hospital after a short illness with Motor Neurone Disease on Thursday, 5 December, 2019, beloved mother of Andrew and James, grandmother of Eleanor, Joshua, Thomas, Francesca, Amelia and Alexander. Funeral ServiceThe funeral service for Margita will be held at Grouville Parish Church on Tuesday, 17 December at 4. 30 pm. The service will be followed by a private cremation. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Margita, may be sent to Heaton-Ellis Trust, a charity funding research into Motor Neurone Disease (heatonellistrust. com). All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

BERTRAM, Leslie Clarence

Richard, Jill, Michael, Carole, Roslyn and their families would like to thank everyone who sent cards and messages of sympathy, and to all those who attended the funeral. Thank you to the staff who cared for Dad whilst he was in hospital on Plémont Ward, the Reverend Paul Brooks, the organist and choir for the lovely service, and finally, to Mark Burke and his team at Maillard’s.

CUERDEN, David Anthony

Passed away at peace in Lakeside Manor Care Home, St Peter on Friday, 6 December, 2019, after a long period of ill health. Much-loved brother to Susan. He will be sadly missed. The care David received was second to none.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend David’s funeral are invited to attend the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 20 December at 10. 45 am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, can be made in David’s memory to Alzheimer’s Research UK or the British Lung Foundation. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

BIDDLECOMBE, Bill

Loving memories of a wonderful husband, son-in-law, brother-in-law and uncle who died on 12 December, 2005.

Love always, Lisa, Annette and family XX.

VIDEGRAIN, Maureen

In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother who passed away 12 December, 2000. To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die.

All our love always, Peter, Tracy and Lee, Karen and Alan, Russell, and grandchildren Jay and Harry xxx.

WALSH, Christine (née Kelly)

Passed away peacefully in the General Hospital on Tuesday, 10 December, 2019, dearly loved auntie of Caroline. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral ServiceRelatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral of Christine are invited to meet at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, St Clement on Monday, 23 December at 1 pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Christine, may be sent to Jersey Animals’ Shelter, c/o the Administrator, 89 St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4GJ (donations to be made payable to JSPCA). All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

Eve, Barbara

Will not be writing cards this year. She sends best wishes to family and friends for Christmas and the New Year.

PHILLIPS, John

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for John are warmly invited to meet at St Luke’s Church, Georgetown on Monday, 16 December at 11 am. A big thank you to Family Nursing and Odette. Flowers welcome, or donations in lieu if desired, may be sent to Family Nursing & Home Care Jersey, c/o the Honorary Treasurer, Le Bas Centre, St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4RP. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

MILES, Mary Elizabeth (née Mead)

Passed away peacefully at home, aged 82 years on Saturday, 7 December, 2019, with her family by her side, beloved wife of 60 years to Tony, cherished mother to Beverley and Richard, mother-in-law to Chris and Helen, adored grandmother to James, Martyn, Scott and Harrison. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. A private funeral will take place. A memorial will be held in Jersey in the New Year, details to follow. Donations in memory of Mary, may be made to an animal charity of choice.

WILKIN, Freda Joan

Philip and family wish to thank all who attended Freda’s funeral service, and everyone for their support, letters and cards, and donations in her memory to Jersey Hospice. Also thanks to Reverend Mark Bond for leading such a lovely and meaningful service. Heartfelt thanks to the Silver Lea staff for their care, and finally, grateful thanks to Paul Battrick MBE at Pitcher & Le Quesne for his kindness in handling the funeral arrangements.

COLLINS, Valerie Ann (née Toms)

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Valerie’s funeral service are invited to be at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Wednesday, 18 December at noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, may be sent in Valerie’s memory to Stroke Association in Jersey, c/o Tracy O’Regan, Shop B, Les Jardins du Soleil, Route és Nouaux, St Helier, JE2 4GT. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

HOLGATE, Lily Janet (née Vivian)

Passed away peacefully in her 96th year in the presence of her family on Friday, 1 November, 2019, at Lakeside Care Home, devoted wife of the late Raymond and much-loved aunt of Bill, Grace, Mary and Frankie. The funeral has already taken place. Lily’s family would like to express their thanks to Lakeside Care Home who cared for Lily over the last four and a half years, to friends of the family who sent their love and condolences, and to Maillard’s for the funeral arrangements. Finally, to Rev Ward who conducted the interment of ashes with her beloved Ray at St Clement.

SIMON, Lierre Eva (née Le Cuirot) (Ivy)

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 4 December, 2019, much-loved Mum of Ralph, loving grandmother to Kyle and Calli. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Reunited with her beloved husband Lloyd and son Trevor.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service of Ivy are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Monday, 23 December at 10. 45 am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Ivy, may be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

PHILLIPS, John

To hear your voice, to see you smile, To sit and talk with you a while. To be together in the same old way, Would be our only wish today.

Your loving brothers Tommy, Rico and Tony, and all your family in Liverpool.

RAYSON, Shirley Margaret (née Le Monnier)

16. 08. 1941 – 30. 11. 2019. Passed away peacefully in the loving care of the staff of Stuart Court Care Home after a long illness, beloved wife and soulmate of the late John William Rayson, adored mother of Christopher and Angela, second Mum to Linette and much-loved special Grandma of Sean. Mum, you were the strongest, bravest, kindest soul I’ve ever known. The last five years without Dad were so hard for you, but now you’re reunited in love and light and you can both be at peace. I miss you both so much.

All my love always, your Angie XX. A private funeral has taken place at Shirley’s request. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

HALLAM, Elsie Maud (née Fleury) (Babs)

Passed away peacefully in the tender care of Silver Lea Care Home on Sunday, 8 December, 2019, aged 91 years, wife of the late Peter, mother of John, Bill and David, mother-in-law to Bridget, Jane and Tracey, Grandma of Paul, Marcus, Michael, Grace, Emily and the late Charlie and George. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral ServiceRelatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral of Babs are invited to meet at St Peter’s Parish Church on Thursday, 19 December at 4 pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Babs, may be sent to Headway (Jersey), c/o Mr Ray Cooper, CEO, Le Coie, Springfield Road, St Saviour, JE2 7DN or Mind Jersey, c/o Margaret Gibbon, Finance Officer, Mind Jersey, Office 14, 4 Wharf Street, St Helier JE2 3NR. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

KELLY, Thomas Augustine (Tom)

Relatives and friends wishing to attend a celebration of Tom’s life are invited to meet at St Matthew’s Church (Glass Church) Route de St Lawrence on Wednesday, 18 December at noon. Family flowers only. No mourning clothes, by request. Donations in lieu of flowers, may be sent to Eyecan, Westlea Centre, Rue du Huquet, St Martin, JE3 6HU. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

Bertram, Leslie Clarence – Richard, Jill, Michael, Carole, Roslyn and their families would like to thank everyone who sent cards and messages of sympathy and to all those who attended the funeral. Thank you to the staff who cared for Dad whilst he was in hospital on Plemont ward, the Reverend Paul Brooks, the organist and choir for the lovely service and finally to Mark Burke and his team at Maillards.

VOWDEN, Maurice George (Mo)

Eileen, Bradley and family would like to thank all those who attended Mo’s funeral at St Andrew’s Church on Thursday, 5 December, a wonderful service conducted by Pastor Mark Barrett with a very fitting eulogy by Mo’s friend of over 60 years, Danny Le Marquand. A very special thank you must go to the Oncology team at the General Hospital led by Dr Effie, and Mags Harvey for the support that they have shown over the last 19 months. Also thanks for the love and compassion shown by the staff of Jersey Hospice, where Mo spent his last five days with his family by his side. Great thanks to Julian and staff at Maillard’s for their professionalism and support over this difficult time. Eileen, Brad and family would like to thank everyone for the hundreds of cards they received and the love shown to them by all their friends. It was Mo’s wish to have his after-funeral service celebration at the Sun Bowls Club, First Tower, where he has been a member for over 35 years, and they certainly did him proud. Donations in honour of Mo can be sent to the Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Trust.

COATES, Roy Alan

Passed away peacefully in the tender care of Lakeside Care Home with his much-loved son Clayton at his side, on Friday, 6 December, 2019, aged 79 years. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. When you look back over your life, it’s not the things you did you will regret, but the things you didn’t.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service of Roy are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Thursday, 19 December at 10 am. Family flowers only. Donations, in lieu of flowers, in memory of Roy may be sent Jersey Cancer Relief, c/o Mr Derek R Denton, Honorary Treasurer, JCR Centre, 35 Burrard Street, St Helier, JE2 4WS. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

EVANS, Les

21 years since you left us. Where have all the years gone?Two weddings and four lovely grandchildren, so much you have missed and are missing still. Forever in our hearts and thoughts.

Love everlasting, Freda, Sallyann and Lisa.

GOGUELIN, Denis

Odette and family would like to thank everyone who attended the funeral of Denis, and all those who sent cards of condolence. God bless you all.

RAYSON, Shirley Margaret (née Le Monnier)

All my love always, your Angie XX. A private funeral has taken place at Margaret’s request. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

PHILLIPS, John

Sadly passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, 6 December, 2019, aged 66 years, loving husband of Doreen, adored Dad of Kelly and Sophie and father-in-law of Paul and May. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

THORNE, Paul

02. 05. 1959 – 10. 12. 2011. Treasured memories of you and silent thoughts of times together, hold memories that will last forever. So dearly missed.

With love, Mum, Tanya, Liam, Jade, Lillie-Grace, Jeanette and Enda xx.

J. C. ARTHUR & R. H. FERGUSON

The engagement is announced between Jonathan Charles, son of Andrew and Elizabeth Arthur of St Mary, Jersey, and Rachel Helen, daughter of the late Colin Ferguson and of Janice Ferguson of Colchester, Essex.

PETRE, Jean Valence (née Menzies)

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, 6 December, 2019, aged 101 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. An active volunteer for many charities, an inspiration to many generations.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service of Jean, are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 13 December at 10. 45 am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Jean, may be sent to Royal British Legion, Legion House, 2 – 4 Great Union Street, St Helier, JE2 3YD or RNLI Jersey Guild, c/o Mrs Jenny Crowell, Abalone, Rue de l’Etocquet, St John, JE3 4AS. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

DE GRUCHY, Nelson Philip

Relatives and friends wishing to attend a short committal service for Nelson are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 13 December at noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Nelson, may be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

MacDOWALL, Sally Mignon

Our little favourite friend and Godmother has been taken from our lives too early. Such happy memories and much laughter and banter we have had over the years with you and Charles. There was never a dull moment. You were so brave and strong and fought to the end. Our sad loss is heaven’s gain. Miss you. You will never be forgotten and we will look after your Charles.

Much love, Sandra Cyril, James and Emily xxx.

LE MASURIER, Emily Louise

God bless little petal, on this your 22nd birthday.

Love Nan, Popa and family.

Vibert, Fred

Fred(Alf) wishes all his family and friends a Merry Christmas and a Happy and healthy New Year

Jones, Alan

I wish all my friends a Happy Christmas and a New Year of promise.

I will be donating to local charities rather than sending Xmas cards.

Have a relaxing time.

AJ Bellozanne Ave.

EOUZAN, Ronald Alec

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 4 December, 2019, aged 84 years, loving husband of the late Jackie, much-loved Dad of Tricia, Tim and Michael, adored Granddad of Elizabeth, Kimberley and Daniel. Sleep peacefully Dad.

Family and friends wishing to attend Ronald’s funeral service are invited to the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Thursday, 12 December at 10. 45 am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Ronald’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB. All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

LE MARQUAND, Arthur

09. 12. 2015. Four years today you left us on your journey to Heaven. We hope you are having fun finding the biggest ormers on the shorelines of Heaven. Missed by all those who loved him XXX.

COOK, Erica Vlasveld Manners (née Van Dam)

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral of Erica are invited to meet at St Saviour’s Parish Church on Tuesday, 17 December at 11. 30 am, followed by private burial in the cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Erica, may be sent to Jersey Scout Association, Grande Route des Mielles, St Ouen, JE3 2FN. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

RUMFITT, Dorothy

wishes all her friends and family a very merry Christmas and a happy and peaceful New Year.