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Passed away very peacefully in the loving care of Le Petit Bosquet, St Lawrence on Tuesday, 12 May, 2026. Beloved widow of the late Hon John Coutanche, wonderful mother of Rupert, Caroline and Phillippa, step-mother of Michelle, Madeleine and Christopher, mother-in-law of Nicholas, Michael and Ian, grandmother of Marie-Louise, the late Ben, Sophia, Josh, Emily, Jonny and Matthew and great-grandmother of Lily, Francis, Serena, Henry, Sebastian, Edward, Freddie and Hattie. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Her funeral details will follow.

All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, telephone 499444.

Passed away aged 75 on Wednesday, 6 May, 2026. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and all those who had the pleasure to know him.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330.

Passed away peacefully at La Haule Care Home on Saturday, 9 May, 2026, aged 84 years, in the care and company of his family during his final days. Devoted husband of Carolyn, loving father of Nick and Tom and proud Grandpa of Dann and May. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Passed away peacefully after a long illness at Sandybrook Nursing Home on Monday, 11 May, 2026, aged 92 years. Adored wife of Phil for 50 years. Gillian will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330.

Passed away peacefully surround by his loving family, at home, on Sunday, 10 May, 2026, aged 81 years, much-loved husband of 60 years to Mary, much-loved Dad to Karen, Charmaine and Georgina, father-in-law to James, Andy and John and adored Papa to Chemmy.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Leslie are invited to meet at St Ouen’s Parish Church on Friday, 22 May, at 2.30 pm, followed by a private burial.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers in memory of Leslie can be made to Family Nursing and Home Care (Jersey) Inc, c/o Honorary Treasurer, Le Bas Centre, St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4RP.

My darling Leslie,

God saw that you were weary, the hill too hard to climb,

So He gently closed your eyelids and whispered peace be thine. God Bless, your ever loving wife, Mary.

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

Passed away peacefully at the General Hospital on Sunday, 10 May, 2026, aged 79 years. A loving father to James and Eloise and a devoted Grandpa to Daniel, Gracie and Chloe. He will be sadly missed.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Aged 92 years, Sylvia passed away peacefully on Friday, 1 May, 2026, at Silver Springs Care Home. A much-loved Mum to Caroline, and Granny to Millie and Joel. Sylvia will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

It is with great regret that we acknowledge the passing of Capt Anthony Gilbert, who served as Constable’s Officer and Rates Assessor, offering many years of dedicated service to our Parish.

Our condolences to Jan and all his family.

David Johnson, Connetable.

Passed peacefully away in the loving care of Jersey Hospice on Sunday, 10 May, 2026, at the age of 58 years. A beloved sister, friend and Auntie, Chrissy was a highly regarded and inspirational teacher at Victoria College Prep, First Tower and St Clement’s schools. Chrissy’s deep Christian faith sustained her throughout her life and she is now at rest with her Lord.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, telephone 499444.

Passed away at the General Hospital on Monday, 27 April, 2026, beloved husband, father, step-father and Granddad. Chris will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Chris’ funeral service are invited to meet at The Crematorium Chapel, Trinity Showground on Wednesday, 13 May, at 2.30 pm.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.