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It is with deep sorrow that we announce that Harry, aged 72, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, 11 August, 2026. Harry will be greatly missed by his family, partner and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Harry’s funeral are invited to meet at the RJA&HS Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday, 30 September, at 1 pm.

Please do not wear black.

Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Harry, may be made to Jersey Rescue Dogs, Badgers Holt, Route des Genets, St Brelade, JE3 8DB, www.jerseyrescue dogs.co.uk

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

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 2 September, 2026, aged 82 years. Much-loved wife of Philip, Mum of Tristan and Nick and grandmother to Henry, Max and Xavier.

A private funeral will take place in Jersey.

Donations in memory of Jo can be made to The Gurkha Welfare Trust, Po Box 2170, 22 Queen Street, Salisbury, SP2 2EX or online at www.gwt.org.uk

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

Passed away peacefully in the care of Jersey General Hospital on Thursday, 27 August, 2026, aged 76 years. Adored husband to Laurinda and beloved Dad to Marco and David. Manuel will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Manuel, are warmly invited to meet in St Thomas Roman Catholic Church on Monday, 21 September, at noon, followed by a burial.

The burial will take place at Surville Cemetery and all who wish to attend are welcome to join us.

Donations, if desired, may be made in Manuel’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Mont Cochon, St Helier.

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

Devoted wife of the late Bernard, treasured mother to Carolyne and Mark, mother-in-law to Lawrence and adored Nana to Greg, Ross, Abbey and Matt. Slipped away peacefully on Thursday, 3 September, 2026, aged 92.

Mum suffered and struggled but always fought back until she could no longer.

Now at peace with her beloved Bernard. She will be sorely missed by all her loving family and wonderful caring friends.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed peacefully away in the loving care of Jersey Hospice in the early hours of Thursday, 27 August, 2026, aged 85. Dearly loved partner to Margaret, a cherished Dad, brother, Step-Dad, Popa, uncle and a dear friend to many.

Now at peace, a true gentle man.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Mick’s funeral service are invited to meet at the RJA&HS, Crematorium Chapel, Trinity on Thursday, 24 September, at 1 pm.

Pops of colour to be worn please.

Family flowers only.

Donations in Mick’s memory may be made to Dementia Jersey, 74 Halkett Place, St Helier, JE2 4WH or Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Ian sadly passed away peacefully on Friday, 28 August, 2026, aged 59 years, after his short battle with cancer. His heartbroken wife, soulmate and forever love, Sally, was by his side. The loss of Ian will be felt by all who knew him around the world.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Ian are invited to meet at the RJA & HS Crematorium Chapel, Trinity on Tuesday, 22 September at 2.30 pm.

This will be followed by a celebration of life toast at St Helier Yacht Club, South Pier, St Helier.

Casual dress and no flowers please.

Donations, in memory of Ian, can be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB or Macmillan Cancer Support, c/o Fiona Hussey, Hillingdon Hospital, Pield Heath Road, Uxbridge, UP8 3NN, telephone 01895 279169.

For those unable to attend the service, the livestreaming information is live and on demand. Website https://watch.obitus.com (Username sutu3257 Password 099175).

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

Legend, champion of ‘dad jokes’ and proud owner of shirts you could see from outer space, but most importantly a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Gary passed away peacefully on Sunday, 30 August, 2026, at the age of 67 years.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Gary are invited to meet at St John’s Parish Church on Thursday, 17 September at noon, followed by a private committal.

Please wear your loudest shirts and be prepared for a celebration afterwards.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Gary, can be made to Jersey Critical Care Survivors, JCCS, ICU, Jersey Hospital, The Parade, St Helier, JE1 3QS (Registered Charity No. 341) or by visiting https://jerseygiving.je/donate/jersey-critical-care-survivors

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

Heartfelt thanks to everyone for their love, support and kindness following the loss of Mike. For those who sent cards to me and donations to those ‘Angels on my doorstep’, Family Nursing and Home Care, Jersey Hospice Care and Jersey Cancer Relief, I will be forever grateful. Thank you to Maillards Funeral Directors for all their care and support.

Of Norcott House, St Saviour’s Hill and County Kildare, Ireland.

Affectionately known as ‘Fr Ted’ by his friends. Robbie died suddenly and unexpectedly on Monday, 31 August, 2026. Predeceased by his Dad Noel. Sadly missed by his loving Mam Mary, brother Paul, sisters Julieann and Sarah, sister-in-law Emer, brothers-in-law Gary and Glynne, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

May Robbie rest in peace.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully at the Jersey General Hospital on Saturday, 22 August, 2026, after a short illness, aged 71. Father to Daniel and the late Ross and brother to Jimmy and Colin.

Now at peace fishing with Ross.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Gerry are invited to meet at the RJA&HS Crematorium Chapel, Trinity on Tuesday, 29 September, at 11.30 am.

Family flowers only please.

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