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Beloved grandfather, husband and Dad, Chris passed away peacefully at his home in Ottawa, Ontario, on Sunday, 22 March, 2020. He will be missed by his dear wife Anne, his sons Michael and Robert, his daughter Joanne, his daughters-in-law Sue and Heather, his son-in-law Aaron, his grandchildren Felix, Max and Sophia, and his sister Melissa.

Funeral Service

A private service will be held in Ottawa, Ontario, when services return to normal.

In our absence, please raise a glass to the Moose and forward all cash donations to the Prince of Wales Tavern, 8 Hilgrove Street.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Jersey group, Down’s Syndrome Society UK would be greatly appreciated (www.downs-syndrome.org.uk).

Sadly passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, 28 June, 2020, aged 92 years, loving wife of the late Reg, caring and loving Mum of Marcella, Peter, Carole, Jill and the late Maurice and Robin, adored Nan and Gran to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service

A private family funeral will take place.

Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Jersey Animals’ Shelter (JSPCA), c/o the Administrator, 89 St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4LA or Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

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

Passed away on Saturday, 27 June, 2020, aged 51 years, beloved son of Pam, step-son of Edward, much-loved by sister Joanna, brothers David and Robert, brother-in-law to Paul and Inna, uncle to India, Jasmine, Arthur, Emily and Mia.

Donations if desired, may be sent to Brain Tumour Charity, 40 Halkett Place, St Helier, JE2 4WR.

Please contact Maillard’s Funeral Directors, telephone 737291 for details of the service.

Left us all too soon, on Friday, 26 June, 2020, very sadly missed by Byron, Julia, Rosemary and all of his extended family.

Rest in peace.

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, 28 June, 2020, aged 91 years, in the compassionate care of Cheval Roc Nursing Home, devoted wife of the late Geoff, dearly loved mother of Jonathan, Philly and Katy, and treasured Nana of Emily, Alice, Molly, Grace and Martha.

Funeral Service

Due to the present restrictions, a small private funeral service will take place.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in memory of Freda, if desired, may be sent to Christian Aid in Jersey, c/o Mr Mike Ruskin, Treasurer, Ocean View, Route de L’Etacq, St Ouen, JE3 2FB.

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

Passed away peacefully at home in her happy place, sitting on the patio enjoying the sunrise over Gorey Harbour, on Wednesday, 24 June, 2020, much-loved mother of Robert and Nicholas, mother-in-law of Fleur, Nana of Liberty, Holly, Etienne and Manon. You will be forever held in our hearts. Reunited with her beloved husband Bill.

Funeral Service

A private family funeral will take place.

Donations in memory of Ann, can be made to CLIC Sargent (Jersey), c/o M Andy Salter, Honorary Treasurer, 9 Le Pre Du Roi, Rue De Jambart, St Clement, JE2 6LB.

The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power,

To tell just when the hands will stop, at late or early hour.

Now is the only time we own, live, love, toil with a will:

Place no faith in tomorrow, for the clock may then be still.

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

A light has gone out in my world but heaven has gained a special star.

Love you always.

Your loving sister Roselle and family.

Aged 81 years, formerly of La Rocque, son of the late Earnest and Dorothy Gallichan, passed away peacefully at his home in Hampshire on Tuesday, 23 June, 2020.

His wife Christine, and children Monique and David have everlasting gratitude and love for the Rosemary Foundation and Macmillan Nurses who provided care and compassion during his final days.

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 26 June, 2020, aged 80 years, beloved husband of Sue. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service

A private family funeral will take place.

Donations in memory of David, may be sent to Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, c/o Judith Freeman, Durrell, Les Augrès Manor, La Profonde Rue, Trinity, JE3 5BP.

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

Died peacefully in the care of the hospital, following a lengthy fight with lymphoma, aged 75 years, much-loved wife of David, mother to Richard and Jeremy, grandmother to Louis and Ella. She adored her 25 years in the Island and will be sadly missed by family and friends.

Funeral Service

Due to the virus, there will have to be a private cremation.

Donations in memory of Jenny, may be sent to JAYF c/o MJ Berry, Honorary Treasurer, La Brecque, La Verte Rue, St Mary, JE3 3DA.

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