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WILLS, Geoffrey Arnold

Passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Saturday, 1 April, 2023, in his 90th year, beloved husband of the late Molly, loving father to Victoria and Jonathan, devoted Bumper to Beatrice, Lily, Leonora, Evangeline and Verity. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend Geoffrey’s funeral service are invited to the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 21 April at 2.30 pm.

By request, please wear club colours.

No flowers.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Geoffrey’s memory to Jersey Sport, Main Pavilion, FB Fields, Grande Route de Saint Clément, St Clement, JE2 6QN.

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

MANN, Betty (née West)

Passed away peacefully in the loving care of L’Hermitage Care Centre, St Peter on Wednesday, 22 March, 2023, aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Colin, loving mother of Nigel, much-loved mother-in-law of Lisa and a devoted grandmother to Eoin and Maggie. Sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend Betty’s funeral service are invited to the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Tuesday, 11 April, 2023, at 10 am.

By request, no mourning clothes to be worn please.

Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Betty’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB or Jersey Alzheimer’s Association, de Carteret House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, JE2 4SL.

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

THOMSON, Joan

So sad to hear of the passing of Joan.

A lovely lady, so elegant and classy.

May you rest in peace dear Joan.

Love Maggie x.

CONNOR, Hazel Constance (née Dewbury)

Passed away on Monday, 27 March, 2023, aged 90 years, beloved wife to Terrence, mother to Quentin, grandmother to Megan and sister to Nigel. Hazel will be sorely missed by those who knew her.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral for Hazel are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, St Helier on Thursday, 20 April at 2.30 pm.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Hazel, can be made to Jersey Animals’ Shelter, c/o the Administrator, 89 St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4GJ (donations to be made payable to ‘JSPCA’).

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

LYNCH, Theresa Lesley

Passed away at Jersey Hospice Care after a short illness, aged 68 years, beloved sister of Christopher and Kevin, sister-in-law to Teresa and aunt to Ethan. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

She was taken too soon.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Theresa’s funeral service are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Wednesday, 12 April at 10 am.

No black please, casual clothes.

Family flowers only.

Donations to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

WILTON-DAVIES, Colin Corry MA(Cantab)

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 16 March, 2023, at Lakeside Care Home, aged 91 years. Much-loved husband to Brenda, brother to Pam, father to Helen, John, Peter and Zoe, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Forever in our hearts.

Private family service.

Donations in celebration of Colin’s life can be made to RNLI Jersey.

BERRY, Janet (née Platt)

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 17 March, 2023, aged 77 years. Jan will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Jan’s funeral are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel on Friday, 14 April at 10 am.

By request, no black to be worn, bright colours please.

Donations in memory of Jan, may be sent to the Ark Animal Rescue, Donna Nook Road, North Somercotes, Lincolnshire, LN11 7NX.

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

DAVEY, Dolores (née Murphy)

Died peacefully in her sleep in the loving care of the wonderful staff at Lakeside Manor, daughter of the late Ann and Arthur, beloved sister to Noreen, Francis, Eric, Stephen, Jeremiah, Arthur, Tony and Eugene, loving mother of Steven and John, mother-in-law to Dionne, and friend to many.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

LE MAISTRE, Derek Philip

In loving memory of Derek who passed away in his 90th year on Tuesday, 28 March, 2023, devoted husband of Kate, wonderful father of Stephen, Jeremy and Christine and stepson Alex, father-in-law of Sue and Christine, loving grandfather of Rebecca, Hannah, Lauren, Philip, Aaron, Sarah, Matthew, Ruth, Isabella and Evie, and great-grandfather to Elodie.

A true gentleman.

Funeral Service

Derek’s funeral service will be held on Monday, 24 April at 11 am in St Aubin’s Methodist Church.

Family flowers only.

Donations in Derek’s memory, may be offered to Jersey Hospice Care, Mont Cochon, St Helier.

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

WHITFORD, Dawn Shirley (née Vernon-Smith)

Passed away peacefully at the Jersey General Hospital on Friday, 24 March, 2023, with Louise and Michael by her side, beloved wife of the late Bradley, proud mother of Louise and Sarah, mother-in-law to Michael and Joe, cherished grandmother and great-grandmother.

You can rest now with Papa.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Dawn’s service are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Tuesday, 11 April 11.30 am.

No flowers please.

Donations in Dawn’s memory to British Heart Foundation, Compton House, 2300 The Crescent, Birmingham Business Park, Birmingham, West Midlands, B37 7YE.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.