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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mike on Saturday, 18 October, 2025, a loving husband to Kristina, father to Natasha and Sophie and doting grandfather to Gabriel.

Memorial Service

Family and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mike at St John’s Parish Church on Monday, 1 December, at 11 am.

No flowers or mourning clothes.

Please wear bright colours, anything blue in colour or colourful socks would be appropriate.

Donations in lieu of flowers in memory of Mike can be made to Music in Action and Jersey Cheshire Homes or via https://jersey giving.je/sponsor/activity/memorial-service-2/family-halsey-crisp-peck

All inquiries to mikejhalsey@ gmail.com

Passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home in St Clement, Jersey on Wednesday, 29 October, 2025, aged 83 years. He was a partner to Hugh, friend to so many and loved by people around the world for his care and generosity.

Funeral Service

We will be remembering Robert in a service at Trinity Church, Jersey on Wednesday, 19 November, at 12.30 pm, followed by a reception at Trinity Youth Centre.

For those unable to attend in person, information on online options can be found at www.online-tribute.com/RobertChapman

Robert has requested no flowers.

For those who wish to make a donation in lieu of flowers, in memory of Robert, these can be made to Jersey Cheshire Home, c/o The Treasurer, Jersey Cheshire Home, Eric Young House, Rope Walk, St Helier, JE2 4UU.

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

Passed away on Tuesday, 4 November, 2025, aged 78 years, devoted and beloved wife of Roy, Step-Mum to Stephen and Karen and Nanny to Rowan and Miles. Maggie will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the celebration service for Maggie’s life are warmly invited to meet in the Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity on Wednesday, 19 November, at 11.30 am.

No mourning clothes please, by request.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to The JSPCA, c/o The Administrator, 89 St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4LA.

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

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 16 October, 2025, in the care of Cheval Roc Care Home, aged 71 years, loving daughter of the late Stan and June. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Those wishing to attend Carol’s funeral service are invited to Grouville Parish Church on Wednesday, 19 November, at 11 am.

A private interment will follow.

Family flowers only please, though donations in Carol’s Memory can be made to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 3JB.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Sadly passed away on Tuesday, 4 November, 2025, aged 81 years, beloved husband of Annette and loving Dad of Samantha and Karen. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Martin, are warmly invited to meet at St Peter’s Parish Church on Wednesday, 12 November, at 11 am.

Please wear a touch of blue.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Animal’s Shelter (JSPCA), c/o The Administrator, 89 St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4LA.

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

A dear cousin, who will be sadly missed.

Tony and Alice, Gary, Kevin and Ishbel and Alexander.

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 1 November, 2025, in the care of Jersey Hospice, aged 86 years, adored wife of Alan, devoted Mum to Michael, Andrew and Jonathan, mother-in-law to Jackie and Inez and grandmother to Katie and Madeleine. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Services

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Rita, are warmly invited to meet in the Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity on Thursday, 13 November, at 11.30 am.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Mont Cochon, St Helier.

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

Formerly of Jersey, passed away peacefully in Thurso, Scotland after bravely battling cancer on Sunday, 19 October, 2025, at the age of 62. Beloved daughter of Joy and the late Mick, and dear sister of Janine xxx.

Forever in our hearts until we meet again.

Rest in peace.

Katherine passed away peacefully in the loving care of Jubilee Ward, St Joseph’s Care Home on Saturday, 1 November, 2025, age 85 years, much-loved mother of Kerry and Bryce, mother-in-law of Vicki and doting Nanna of Alfie. Reunited wih her beloved husband, Bryce.

Forever in our hearts.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully at home in Great Harwood, Blackburn on Tuesday, 14 October, 2025, aged 80 years, a much-loved mother to Donna, Mandy, Joey, Alex, Paddy, Zara, Julia and Ellie, Nana to Jonna and Greg, Callum and Maire, Daniel and Matt, Nadine, Aiden and Keevan, Liam, Naomi, Eva and Lenny and Great Nana to Ruby and Roman, Chloe and Gracie, Maisie, and Cian. She will be deeply missed.

Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral of Joy are invited to meet at St Thomas’ Catholic Church on Wednesday, 12 November, at 10 am, followed by burial at St Saviour’s Parochial Cemetery.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to East Lancs Hospice at www.eastlancs hospice.org.uk/donate

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