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Passed away peacefully in the care of Le Petit Bosquet Nursing Home on Thursday, 20 November, 2025, aged 94 years, loving wife of the late Ray, devoted Mum of Carol, mother-in-law to John, treasured Grandma to Eleanor, dear sister of the late Beryl and much-loved aunt of Michelle, David, Dave, James and Holly. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Respecting her wishes a private cremation will take place followed by an afternoon tea for family and friends to celebrate her life and share memories.

Donations in Margaret’s memory may be sent to EYECAN, Westlea Centre, Rue du Huquet, St Martin, Jersey, JE3 6HU.

Passed away peacefully at the General Hospital surrounded by loving family, on Friday, 14 November, 2025, beloved wife of Gerry, much-loved Mum of Jason and Andrew and mother-in-law of Rachel and Linda. Will be dearly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Rest in peace my loving Auntie/Godmother, you were always there for me for the ups and downs, you were truly my hero.

Lots of love, Polly Mark Kieran and Mary x.

Passed away in the care of Jersey Hospice on Monday, 3 November, 2025, aged 92 years, beloved wife of the late Bernard (Bunny), much-loved mother of Duncan and Russel, mother-in-law of Michèle, devoted and loving grandmother of Danielle, Nicole and Elise, and Ian, Claire, Olivia and Frasier, and great-grandmother of Louise. She will be greatly missed by all her family in Jersey, America and England.

A private cremation has taken place.

If desired, please make any donations in memory of Olwyn to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

Passed away unexpectedly at Gatwick Airport on Wednesday, 29 October, 2025. Loving husband, father and Pops.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Keith’s funeral service are invited to meet at The RJA&HS Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, 27 November, at 2.30 pm.

A coach for those who require a lift to Trinity is available from Princess Bar, Harve-Des at 1.45 pm and will return at 3.15 pm.

No flowers please

Donations in Keith’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Son of Nelson and Estelle de Gruchy. Husband, father and Grandad sadly passed away on Sunday, 2 November, 2025. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Funeral Service

A funeral service to celebrate his life will take place at Wessex Vale Crematorium in Southampton on Tuesday, 2 December.

Floral tributes are welcomed or donations, if desired, to Asthma & Lung UK.

All inquiries to AH Rogers & Sons, 32 St Johns Road, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 4AG, telephone 01489 788677.

Passed away peacefully at Jersey Hospice on Thursday, 6 November, 2025.

Aunty Muriel was a source of love, wisdom, and kindness to all who knew her. Her warmth, laughter, and generosity will be forever remembered by her family and friends.

May her soul rest in peace.

All our love, Denis, Caroline, Julie, John, Tallie and Aimée xxxx.

Passed away on Monday, 17 November, 2025, in the loving care of St Joseph’s Care Home, beloved wife of the late Dennis, adored Mum of Suzanne (Sue), Cheryl and Marcus, mother-in-law of Chris and Kate, grandmother to Samantha, Gemma, Jasmine, Jessica and Kerry and great-grandmother to Sonny, Jessie and Connie. Janet will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

When family chains are broken, nothing is the same,

But as God takes us one by one, He links the chain again.

We were privileged to have had you and will be forever grateful for the limitless love you gave.

Now at peace with Dad/Papa.

Night, God bless.

Alan, Martin, Lynne, Lesley, Tom, Andy, Liam, Alfie and Emma x.

Passed away peacefully, aged 85, on Wednesday, 19 November, 2025 surrounded by love, at Les Charrieres Nursing Home. Loving wife of the late Tony, adored mother of Alan, Martin and Lynne, cherished mother-in-law to Lesley, Tom and Andy and devoted Nanny to Liam, Alfie and Emma.

Funeral Service

Maureen’s funeral will be held on Thursday, 11 December, at 11 am at St John’s Parish Church, followed by a private cremation.

No specific dress code, although should you wish to, please wear some winter white.

Family flowers only.

Donations, if desired, can be offered in Maureen’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB or Jersey Cancer Relief, JCR Centre, 35 Burrard Street, St Helier, JE2 4WS.

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