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Passed away peacefully on Friday, 1 May, 2026, aged 90 years, in the care of Jersey Hospice surrounded by her family. Adored Mum to Linda, Julie and Chris, loving Grandma and Great-Grandma. Reunited with her beloved Harry. Lilian will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Lilian, are warmly invited to meet in the Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity on Thursday, 21 May, at 11.30 am.

No dark colours.

Family flowers only please.

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

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

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 24 April, 2026, aged 91, much-loved mother of Matthew and Ivo, sister of Elizabeth and grandmother of Isobel, Eleanor and Heather.

Funeral Service

The funeral service will be held at the RJA&HS Crematorium Chapel on Monday, 18 May, at 11.30 am.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to Silkworth Lodge, c/o Jason Wyse, Silkworth Charity Group, Silkworth Lodge, 6 Vauxhall Street, St Helier, JE4 0TL, info@silkworthlodge.co.uk

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

Aged 89 years, Alfred passed away peacefully on Saturday, 2 May, 2026, at Silver Springs Care Home. Much-loved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Alfred will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Our Dan is now at peace from pain and discomfort, which he suffered for so long yet he battled on, joining in with his family and friends when he was able, although sometimes it was a struggle at times. He will be so sadly missed by his family and friends.

Forever in our thoughts.

Love from Martyn, Colleen and family.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Colin on Thursday, 30 April, 2026, aged 76 years, after a short illness in the care of the Jersey Hospice. Much-loved husband of Pat. Will be greatly missed by his brother Nigel and partner Richard, sister-in-law Nadya and Maureen and brother-in-law Mick.

Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Died peacefully in the loving care of Jersey Hospice on Sunday, 29 April, 2026, beloved husband to Anne, much-loved father to sons Mark and Julian and daughter Emma, father-in-law to Breda and Chester, and devoted Pop to Erin and Jemima. He will be deeply missed by all the family and those who knew him.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Passed away peacully on Friday, 24 April, 2026, aged 89 years, dear brother of the late Arthur, Francis, Roselle, Kathleen and Madeleine. He will be sadly missed by his sister Betty and his wider family in Jersey and Australia.

Now at peace.

Maurice’s funeral will be held at the RJA&HS Chapel, Trinity on Wednesday, 13 May at 1pm.

Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Family Nursing & Home Care, Le Bas Centre, St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4RP.

You were more than a mother to me, you were my truest friend, my guide through the darkest times, and the strongest foundation I could have asked for.

Your love was a comforting presence that made everything feel safe and possible.

Sadly missed by Nigel and his partner Rosemary.

Passed away peacefully at Beaumont Villa on Monday, 27 April, 2026, aged 96 years, a much-loved mother and grandmother.

Funeral Service

A graveside service will take place at St Saviour’s Cemetery on Wednesday, 13 May at noon.

Family flowers only please.

If desired, please make any donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Betty, to Dementia Jersey, 74 Halkett Place, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 4WH.

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

We are deeply saddened to share the news of the sudden and unexpected death of Barrie, aged 80 years, on Sunday, 26 April, 2026, beloved husband of Eleanor and father to Chloe, stepfather to Richard and David, cherished brother of Brian, the late John, Anne and Maggie. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.