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Suddenly on Friday, 1 October, 2021, in Jersey, dearly beloved wife and companion of Tristan, cherished daughter of Marilyn and Keith Marshall (Christchurch), a very special sister and friend of Angela Marshall (Christchurch), treasured granddaughter of *Irene and *Jack Dickison (Conical Hill/ Tapanui ), *Jack and *Olive Palmer (Oamaru), much-loved niece of *Graham and Annette Dickison (Auckland), Bruce and Kaye Dickison (Tapanui), Bryan and *Pam Palmer (Rotorua), Leslie and Brian Garbutt (Wellington), Margaret Palmer (Christchurch), loved cousin of all the greater family. (*Deceased.)

Tribute page: Plat Douet School Facebook.

Messages to Marilyn and Keith Marshall, 70 Joy Street, Shirley, Christchurch, 8061, NZ.

Died on Sunday, 24 October, 2021, loving son of Rosena and the late Bernard, dear brother to Suzanne, devoted partner to Maxine, and uncle and great-uncle.

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Brian Leslie Coombs on Friday, 15 October, 2021, at the age of 91. He leaves behind his loving wife Dorothea, daughters Debbie (White), Catherine (Coombs) and grandson Felix. Brian was a Merchant Seaman and spent most of his working life travelling the world and experiencing life in a bygone era. He will be missed for his sense of humour, his love of reading and his remarkable stories of life spent at sea.

Funeral Service

Brian’s funeral service will be held on Monday, 1 November at the Crematorium Chapel commencing at 11.30 am.

A committal at St Martin’s Parish Cemetery will follow.

Family flowers only.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Brian’s memory to the Jersey Lifeboat Association.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291, email funerals@maillardsfunerals.co.uk.

Died suddenly aged 46 years, in Barnsley where he was living, much loved son of Dave and the late Betty Ellis, very loving father to Nicholas, much-loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and very dear friend to Rebecca and many others.

Funeral will be held in Barnsley.

Donations in memory, may be sent to Diabetes Jersey care of Donations Secretary, Mrs Margaret Gicquel, Apartment 20, Oaklands Manor, Mont de la Rosiere, St Saviour, JE2 7XL.

Passed away suddenly but peacefully in Spain on Tuesday, 19 October, 2021, adored Dad of Michele and Julien. Sadly missed by his loving children, son-in-law James, daughter-in-law Maleewan, grandchildren Meghan-Leigh and Finn, his brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, extended family, and his very close friends.

Memorial Service

A memorial service is to be held at the crematorium on Wednesday, 3 November at 2.30 pm, where family and friends are invited to take part in the celebration of Dave’s life, and afterwards at the Dolphin Hotel in Gorey.

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 21 October, 2021, adored father of Kelly and Heidi, father-in-law of Sacha and Rupert, special Popa to Brittany, Jasmine, Jessica, Katherine and Bethan. Finally reunited with the love of his life, his late wife Ruth. Loved by all who knew him in Jersey and Australia.

Funeral Service

Frank’s funeral service will be at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier, on Tuesday, 2 November at 10 am.

No flowers.

Donations in Franks memory to Parkinson’s Jersey, the Secretary, Parkinson’s Jersey Branch, 2 Le Pre Cadoret, La Rue de Haut, JE3 1JQ.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully in Jersey General Hospital on Tuesday, 19 October, 2021, aged 86 years, much-loved Mum of Terry, Tina and Jason, adored grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

A private funeral will take place.

Donations in memory of Norma, can be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

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

Following a brief illness, passed away peacefully at the Culm Valley Care Centre, Devon, on Tuesday, 12 October, 2021, aged 96 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Francisco Artés-Perez and of her late, second husband Jan Tippé, and a much-loved sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service

A service will be held on Monday, 1 November at 11.30 am at the St Thomas Methodist Church in Exeter, Devon.

Flowers may be sent to Co-op Funeral Care, Cowick Street, Exeter.

Passed away peacefully in the loving care of Silver Springs Care Home, aged 96 years, wife of the late Morris, loving mother of Jennifer, Philip and the late Roger, mother-in-law of Jean, a much-loved grandmother and great-grandmother.

With tearful eyes we watched you fade away,

Although we loved you dearly we could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest.

Now reunited with her beloved Morris.

Memories will never fade, sleep well.

Always loved.

Funeral Service

Suzanne’s funeral will be held at 11.30 am on Friday, 29 October at St Ouen’s Parish Church.

Family flowers only.

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

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Great customer, landlord and friend.

Sadly missed by all his friends in St John’s.

Deepest condolences to all the family.

RIP mate.

Chris, Linda, Sadie and Bradley.