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In loving memory of Joan Robertson, formerly a Welfare Officer at St Helier Town Hall, it is with great sadness that we announce that Joan passed away peacefully at home in Cornwall, on Saturday, 25 July, 2026, at the age of 80. Much-loved wife of Bob for 62 years.

Passed away with her loving family by her side on Friday, 7 August, 2026, aged 66 years. Beloved wife to Steven, devoted and adored Mum to Lauren and Kirsten and cherished Granny to Autumn and Romeo.

Funeral details to follow.

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

It breaks our hearts to lose you, Mum.

An inspiration, you faced every challenge with courage, dignity, resilience and remarkable grace. You were the heart of our family and a constant source of strength, support and unconditional love. The love you gave, the values you instilled and the family you cherished will remain your lasting legacy.

Deeply loved, you will be sadly missed and forever remembered.

Rest in peace, Mum.

Love Lisa, Paul, Claire, Kirsty and families xxx.

Passed away peacefully at Jersey Hospice on Friday, 7 August, 2026, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Anthony (Tony), much-loved Mum of Lisa, Paul, Claire and Kirsty, mother-in-law of Nick, Ben and the late Bill and Jo, and adored grandmother of James, Eloise, Thomas, Michael, Declan and Ethan.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Annette’s funeral service are invited to meet at St Matthieu’s Catholic Church on Tuesday, 18 August, at 11 am.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in memory of Annette may be made to Jersey Hospice Care, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB or Médecins sans Frontières (www.msf.org).

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

Passed away peacefully in the loving care of Cheval Roc Residential & Nursing Home on Tuesday, 4 August, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Cynthia, Father to Isobel and Andew, Grandfather to Chris, Ellie, Henry, Phoebe and Kirsten and Great-grandfather to Otto and Romy.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

After a brave battle with Parkinson’s disease, Patricia passed away peacefully on Thursday, 30 July, 2026, aged 74, in the loving care of the staff at Les Charrières Care Home. A much-loved wife of the late Dave, and a loving Mum to Carol, her late son Owen, Sylvia and Rhea. A cherished ‘Nanny Pat’ to her grandchildren, and an adored younger sister to Elaine and Maureen. She will be deeply missed and forever loved by her family and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Pat will be remembered for her kindness, warmth, and wonderful sense of humour, which brought joy to so many people throughout her life.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Pat’s funeral service are invited to meet at the RJA&HS Crematorium Chapel on Monday, 24 August, at 11.30 am.

Following the service, family and friends are invited to join us for light refreshments at The Savoy Hotel, where we can share memories and celebrate Pat’s life.

Family flowers only please, however, donations, in Pat’s memory, may be sent to Parkinson’s UK – Jersey Branch, 2 Le Pre Cadoret, La Rue de Haut, St Lawrence, JE3 1JQ.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

On Sunday, 26 July, 2026, passed away in Bexley Wing, St James’s Hospital, Leeds, with his loving family by his side, aged 65 years, after a battle bravely fought. Finally out of pain. Much-loved partner of Rachel, loving Dad of Roxanne and Hannah and loving Grandad of Grayson and Indie.

Funeral Service

Funeral service to be held at Rawdon Crematorium, Leeds Road, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6JP on Thursday, 20 August at 1.45 pm.

Family flowers only please, but donations in loving memory of Chris, may be made to Sue Ryder, Wheatfields Hospice, Grove Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 2AE.

All inquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 32 North Lane, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3HE, telephone 0113 224 2443.

Gary, Lewis and Ross are heartbroken to announce the passing of their beloved wife, Mum and best friend. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of all the family, putting us first until the very end. We take comfort that she is now at peace, embraced in the arms of the Lord.

Till we see you again. We love you, always and forever.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Our darling Sally passed away peacefully on Monday, 3 August, 2026. Adored wife of John, mother of Annamarie, dearly loved sister of Patrick, Dee and Debbie, sister-in-law of Mike and Brenda, Michael and Andrea, Tim and Hazel and much-loved Auntie of John, Peter, Claire and Richard, Tristen, Danielle, Carl, Luke, Anna, Jonathan, Joanne, Charlie and all their families.

‘Lord in thy mercy grant us safe lodging, a holy rest and peace at last’.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Alison sadly passed away aged 65, suddenly but peacefully after a short illness, with her loving partner John by her side at Jersey Hospice on Monday, 3 August, 2026. Daughter to Bill and the late Betty Mellor and sister to David, Jan and the late Kerry. A cherished part in the lives of John’s sons Tim and Steve, their wives Ilona and Marta and a loving Grauntie to Zuzanna, Ella, Herbie. Adored aunt to Lianne, Georgia and Rosie, cousin to Mandy and the best of friends to Ange and Lynn. She will be so sadly missed. Our thanks go to the fantastic staff at Jersey Hospice who made her last few days so comfortable.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.