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19 November, 1936 – 21 July, 2026.

Taken suddenly in her 90th year, after a lengthy illness patiently born, beloved wife of John, cherished mother to Jo, Gary and Dick, grandmother to Emily, Chantelle, Richard, Sophie, Christopher and Laura, great-grandmother to Arthur, Philip, Albert, Thomas, Esmae, Eleanor and Henry.

A true Jersey Lady, proud of her origins and of her family. She will live on in the memory of her family and many friends.

À la préchaine.

Funeral details to follow

All enquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Saturday, 11 July, 2026. Cherished and adored daughter, granddaughter and niece. She will be very deeply missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away suddenly on Monday, 20 July, 2026, aged 50 years. Adored husband of Claire, beloved son of Dave and Bunty and brother to Steve and Ben. Richie will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral details to follow in due course.

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

Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, on Tuesday,14 July, 2026. Beloved wife of Jürgen (deceased), much-loved mother to Elena and Annabel and grandmother to Allegra, James and Cicely.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Rosa are warmly invited to meet at Church of Our Lady, St Martin on Tuesday, 11 August, at 11 am.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Aged 71 years, after enduring a short illness, Stewart passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 15 July, 2026.

My darling husband,

Thank you for over 35 years of shared joy and laughter. Now it is time for you to rest, your struggle is over.

Sleep well my love, your devoted wife, Julie.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 19 June, 2026, aged 74 years, after a short illness bravely borne. Beloved father to Alex, Adam, Laura, Charlotte, Kaine and Dylan, and much-loved grandfather to Esme, Chloe, Aurora, Leo, and Archie. Len will be deeply missed.

Memorial Service

A memorial service and reception will be held at the Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club, St Aubin, on Friday, 31 July, at 2 pm.

Family and friends are warmly invited to join us to share stories, celebrate Len’s life, and raise a glass in his honour.

Donations in memory of Len, in lieu of flowers, may be made to The Channel Islands Air Search & Rescue, https://www.ci-airsearch.com

1938 (Glasgow) – 2026 (St Helier).

Peacefully at Jersey Hospice Care, St Helier, on Saturday, 18 July, 2026, surrounded by his family. Loving husband of Margaret; beloved father of Debbie and John, and father-in-law to Jayne; devoted grandfather of Ryan, Katie and Jack; and a much-loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and cousin.

A successful businessman, international globetrotter and avid fly fisherman, John always put his family first. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

In accordance with his wishes, a simple cremation will take place with no funeral service. He simply asks that you remember him fondly and raise a glass in his memory.

If desired, donations in John’s memory would be gratefully received by Jersey Hospice Care, Mont Cochon, St Helier.

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

Aged 78 years, Alan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 14 July, 2026, at Jersey Hospice Care. Beloved husband of Bev and much-loved brother of Ruth. Alan will be greatly missed by all his family and friends in Jersey, England and Wales.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away on Wednesday, 8 July, 2026, at St Ewold’s Residential Home, aged 95 years. Dearly beloved husband of Sandra, dear father to Graeme, Zoe and step-daughter Anita, and adored brother of Arthur and Janet. Sadly missed by all family members and friends in Jersey and the UK.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Reg’s funeral service are invited to meet at the RJA&HS Chapel, Trinity on Thursday, 30 July at 11.30 am.

Please wear bright colours.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in memory of Reg may be sent to St Ewold’s Residential Home, Trinity Hill, St Helier.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, 34 Great Union Road, St Helier, JE2 3EX, telephone 737291.

Michael sadly passed away on Tuesday, 14 July, 2026 in the tender care of St Joseph’s, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Suzanne, loving father of Michael, David and Jemma, grandfather of Charlotte, Matthew, Lawrence and James, and much-loved brother of Pamela. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all the staff at St Joseph’s Care Home for their kindness, care and support of Michael during his time there.

Rest in peace Michael.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.