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Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Jersey Hospice Care on Sunday, 24 October, 2021, aged 86 years, devoted husband of 59 years to Maureen, adored father to Karen and Samantha, much-loved father-in-law to Glenn and Jason, doting Grandpa to Oliver, Hannah, Caspar and Rufus, beloved brother to Alan and Barbara and their families.

A true gentleman and family man who will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330 or email enquiries@pitcherlequesne.com

Passed away peacefully in the loving care of Lakeside Residential Home on Friday, 22 October, 2021, in her 101st year, loving sister to Joan and the late Laurence, Edward, Stanford, Grace and Margaret, a much-loved aunt to her nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Beryl are invited to meet at Philadelphie Chapel, St Peter on Monday, 1 November at 11 am, followed by a private interment.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Beryl 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.

Died on Friday, 1 October, 2021, aged 52 years, with her beloved husband Tristan by her side.

The world has lost a little of its brightness and Jo will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends around the world.

Funeral Service

Jo’s funeral will be at the Crematorium Chapel at 10 am on Monday, 1 November.

Dress as you see fit.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Suddenly on Friday, 1 October, 2021, in Jersey, dearly beloved wife and companion of Tristan, cherished daughter of Marilyn and Keith Marshall (Christchurch), a very special sister and friend of Angela Marshall (Christchurch), treasured granddaughter of *Irene and *Jack Dickison (Conical Hill/ Tapanui ), *Jack and *Olive Palmer (Oamaru), much-loved niece of *Graham and Annette Dickison (Auckland), Bruce and Kaye Dickison (Tapanui), Bryan and *Pam Palmer (Rotorua), Leslie and Brian Garbutt (Wellington), Margaret Palmer (Christchurch), loved cousin of all the greater family. (*Deceased.)

Tribute page: Plat Douet School Facebook.

Messages to Marilyn and Keith Marshall, 70 Joy Street, Shirley, Christchurch, 8061, NZ.

Died on Sunday, 24 October, 2021, loving son of Rosena and the late Bernard, dear brother to Suzanne, devoted partner to Maxine, and uncle and great-uncle.

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Brian Leslie Coombs on Friday, 15 October, 2021, at the age of 91. He leaves behind his loving wife Dorothea, daughters Debbie (White), Catherine (Coombs) and grandson Felix. Brian was a Merchant Seaman and spent most of his working life travelling the world and experiencing life in a bygone era. He will be missed for his sense of humour, his love of reading and his remarkable stories of life spent at sea.

Funeral Service

Brian’s funeral service will be held on Monday, 1 November at the Crematorium Chapel commencing at 11.30 am.

A committal at St Martin’s Parish Cemetery will follow.

Family flowers only.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Brian’s memory to the Jersey Lifeboat Association.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291, email funerals@maillardsfunerals.co.uk.

Died suddenly aged 46 years, in Barnsley where he was living, much loved son of Dave and the late Betty Ellis, very loving father to Nicholas, much-loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and very dear friend to Rebecca and many others.

Funeral will be held in Barnsley.

Donations in memory, may be sent to Diabetes Jersey care of Donations Secretary, Mrs Margaret Gicquel, Apartment 20, Oaklands Manor, Mont de la Rosiere, St Saviour, JE2 7XL.

Passed away suddenly but peacefully in Spain on Tuesday, 19 October, 2021, adored Dad of Michele and Julien. Sadly missed by his loving children, son-in-law James, daughter-in-law Maleewan, grandchildren Meghan-Leigh and Finn, his brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, extended family, and his very close friends.

Memorial Service

A memorial service is to be held at the crematorium on Wednesday, 3 November at 2.30 pm, where family and friends are invited to take part in the celebration of Dave’s life, and afterwards at the Dolphin Hotel in Gorey.

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 21 October, 2021, adored father of Kelly and Heidi, father-in-law of Sacha and Rupert, special Popa to Brittany, Jasmine, Jessica, Katherine and Bethan. Finally reunited with the love of his life, his late wife Ruth. Loved by all who knew him in Jersey and Australia.

Funeral Service

Frank’s funeral service will be at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier, on Tuesday, 2 November at 10 am.

No flowers.

Donations in Franks memory to Parkinson’s Jersey, the Secretary, Parkinson’s Jersey Branch, 2 Le Pre Cadoret, La Rue de Haut, JE3 1JQ.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully in Jersey General Hospital on Tuesday, 19 October, 2021, aged 86 years, much-loved Mum of Terry, Tina and Jason, adored grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

A private funeral will take place.

Donations in memory of Norma, can be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330 or email enquiries@pitcherlequesne.com