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Coletta passed away in the ICU during the early hours of Monday, 19 January, 2026, following progressive respiratory problems over many years. Will be greatly missed by her sister Gillian, niece Rowena, nephew Russell, and family, plus her many, many friends in the Island. She will also be remembered by at least two generations of St Brelade parishioners from her time at La Moye School.

During the past few years, she resided at Maison St Brelade where she was so happy and appreciated the excellent friendship of all the staff.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away on Tuesday, 23 December, 2025, aged 70 years. Loving brother of Sharon. He will be dearly missed.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral service of Derek, are invited to meet at St Aubin’s Methodist Church on Friday, 30 January, at 10.30 am.

Family flowers only.

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

Passed away peacefully aged 96 on Thursday, 8 January, 2026, in the loving care of Jersey Hospice, loving mother to Tamara and Carl. She will be greatly missed by all her family and her wide circle of friends around the world.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Dolores’ funeral are invited to meet at the RJA&HS Crematorium Chapel, Trinity, on Monday, 9 February, at 11.30 am.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in memory of Dolores can be made to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB or to the JSPCA, 89 St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4GJ.

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

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 10 January, 2026, aged 99 years young with her loving family by her side. She was a much-loved mother to Carole, Paul and the late Richard and a loving mother-in-law to Michael, Susan and Marion. An adored Nan, Granny, Great-Granny and Great-Great-Granny and much-loved sister to Kay. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.

Now free to dance till her heart’s content.

A private service has taken place.

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

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

Passed away peacefully at the General Hospital on Saturday, 17 January, 2026, aged 102, loving husband of the late Brenda, adored father of Sue and Pauline, father-in-law to Roger and Mark and grandfather of Paul and Matthew.

A big thank you to all the staff at Silver Springs for looking after him so well for the past 6 years.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, 16 January, 2026, aged 79 years, adored wife of the late Graham, very much-loved sister of Phil, Don and the late Gerry, sister-in-law to Mary, Kay and Denise. A much-loved aunt and friend who will be deeply missed.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Ann are invited to meet at St Mary’s Parish Church on Friday, 13 February, at 11 am.

Followed by Interment in the Parochial Cemetery.

No flowers please by request.

If desired, please make any donations in lieu of flowers in memory of Ann to Dementia Jersey, 74 Halkett Place, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 4WH.

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

Passed away unexpectedly at the age of 72, much-loved brother of Edward and Siobain, brother-in-law to Alison, uncle to Melissa, Gary and his wife Sophie, Sarah, and her husband Arthur and great uncle to Tommy and George. Will be forever in our thoughts.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Jim’s funeral are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity, on Tuesday, 3 February at 11.30 am.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent in Jim’s memory to Mrs E Colyer, c/o The Hon Treasurer, St Helier Lifeboat Station, Albert Quay, St Helier, JE2 3NE.

Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, 21 December, 2025, aged 94 years. Dear wife of Frank, loving mother to Pam, Paul, Timothy, Darren and Jason, beloved Nannan to Giles, Jonathan, Simon, Jessie, Thomas, Alice, Grace and Clara and great-grandmother to Alice and James. Pamela will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

A private funeral has taken place.

Passed away peacefully at the General Hospital on Friday, 9 January 2026, aged 88 years. Husband to Wendy, father to Vanessa and Guy, and adored Grandad ‘Macady’ to Dylan, Eleanor, Felix and Claudia. Mac will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Thanks to all at Longfield Villa Care Home for looking after him so well over the last few years.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Mac’s funeral service are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity, on Monday, 9 February, at 10 am.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent in Mac’s memory to Jersey Trees for Life, Frances Le Sueur Centre, La Mielle de Morville, St Ouen, JE3 2FN or RNLI Jersey Lifeboat Guild, FAO Mrs E Colyer, St Helier Lifeboat Station, Albert Pier, St Helier, JE2 3NE.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 14 January, 2026, in her 93rd year. Loving wife to Oswald and devoted Mum to Sally who sadly passed in 2023. Mary will be missed by her family and many friends.

Funeral Service

Those wishing to attend Mary’s funeral service are invited to the Grouville Parish Church on Wednesday, 11 February, at 11 am.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of Mary’s memory may be made to the new Jersey Lifeboat Association, c/o Trevor Norman, St Helier Lifeboat Station, Albert Quay, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 3NE.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.