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GOWER, Alfred Walton (Alfie)

Alfie passed away peacefully at the General Hospital, Monday, 20 April, 2026, aged 95 years, beloved husband to Molly, father to Stuart and the late Adrian, father-in-law to Fiona and grandfather to Joshua, Reuben and Adam and much-loved by everyone who knew him.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend Alfie’s funeral service are invited to St Martin’s Catholic Church on Thursday, 21 May, at 11 am.

Interment will follow in the church Cemetery.

Family flowers only please.

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

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

STEEL, Irene

Passed away peacefully on Monday, 6 April, 2026, aged 90. Mother to Nick and Nigel, mother-in-law to Sue, adored Nan of Victoria, James and Harrison, and Great-Nanny of Evan, Noa, Judah and Ezra.

Back in the arms of her beloved John.

A private cremation has taken place.

PITCHER, Bernard Clifford

Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, 22 April, 2026, aged 93 years. Devoted husband of the late Elwyn. Bernard will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Bernard are invited to meet at St Lawrence Parish Church on Friday, 15 May, at 10.30 am, followed by a private cremation.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Jersey Animal 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

MURRAY, John G

Sadly passed away on Sunday, 19 April, 2026, aged 55 years. Beloved husband of Claire. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

A private funeral will take place.

A celebration of John’s life will be announced at a later date.

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

HOTTON, Doris May (née Le Moignan)

Aged 85 years, passed away peacefully on Thursday, 16 April, 2026, at Cheval Roc Care Home. Beloved wife to the late Graeme, mother to Jennifer, son-in-law to Jason and Granny to Grace and Clara. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Doris’ funeral service are invited to meet at St Ouen Church on Monday, 11 May, at noon.

No mourning clothes.

Donations in Doris’ memory to Dementia Jersey, 74 Halkett Place, St Helier, JE2 4WH.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

CLARK, Duncan

The Seymour Family, Directors and all colleagues at Seymour Hotels wish to send their condolences to the family and friends of Duncan Clark who passed away suddenly on Monday, 20 April, 2026.

Duncan dedicated an incredible 45 years of service to Seymour Hotels, most recently serving as Harbour Room Restaurant Manager at The Pomme d’Or Hotel. He was held in high regard especially by those fortunate enough to encounter his effervescent warmth and charm. A consummate professional but most importantly a wonderful person. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.

PAMBY, John William

Passed away peacefully at Stuart Court Residential Care Home on Monday, 20 April, 2026, aged 100 years, much-loved Dad of Shirley and her husband Terry, Grandad to Robert and Marianne and Great-Grandad John to Elodie. Reunited with his beloved wife Vera.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for John are invited to meet at the RJA&HS Crematorium Chapel on Monday, 11 May, at 11.30 am.

Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu of flowers in memory of John can be made to the children’s charity Smile Train, www.smiletrain.org

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

MCKENNA, Patricia Diane (née Bechelet)

Passed away peacefully in the loving care of Jersey Hospice on Monday, 20 April, 2026, aged 44 years, beloved mother of Joshua and Megan, loving partner of Marcel and ex-husband Steve, cherished daughter to David and Jane and much-loved sister of Christina and Kevin. Patricia will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Rest in peace.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend Patricia’s funeral service are invited to attend Grouville Parish Church on Thursday, 7 May, at 11 am.

Private cremation follows.

By request, please wear bright colours.

Family flowers only.

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

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

FREEMAN, Muriel Janet (née Perchard)

Passed away peacefully in the wonderful care of St Joseph’s on Tuesday, 7 April, 2026, aged 102 years, loving wife of the late Rev Alan Freeman, a much-loved Mum of Joan and the late Sonny. Adored grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. The last surviving child of Walter and Agnes Perchard. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Muriel, are warmly invited to meet at St Martin’s Methodist Church on Friday, 1 May at 11 am.

Please wear something colourful.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Cancer Research UK Jersey, c/o Kirstie Le Feuvre, Ambleside, La Grande Route Des Sablons, Grouville, Jersey, JE3 9FG.

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

POULLIQUEN, Remi Francis Raymond

Our hearts are heavy as we share the sudden passing of Remi Poulliquen. A much-loved husband, father and grandfather on Monday, 20 April, 2026.

He led a fulfilling and busy life teaching many to drive and flipping many a burger over the years. His passing has left a hole too great to be filled and will be missed beyond words.

Details of the celebration of Remi’s life to follow.

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