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Passed away suddenly on Sunday, 12 April, 2020, aged 81 years, beloved husband of the late Barbara, dearly loved father of Shane and Darren, much loved by Nicki, gentle and kind Grandpa and great-Grandpa to Hannah, Dan, Mikey, and Hannah and Ruben.

Funeral Service

A private service will take place for Dave due to the situation on the Island, and a memorial and celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

No flowers please.

Any donations in Dave’s memory can be sent to St Ewold’s Care Home, Trinity Hill, St Helier, JE2 4NJ (cheques to be made payable to Parish of St Helier).

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

Michael passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 15 April, 2020, at the age of 89 years, greatly loved by his wife, children, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and his many patients. He will be remembered and missed by all of his family and the many patients he cared for and treated during the 43 years he practiced in Jersey.

All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Centenier / Chef de Police 1975 – 1995.

The Constable of St Helier, Parish Municipality and staff, would like to send their condolences to Jennie and the family at this time, following their very sad loss.

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Passed away at Lakeside Care Home, St Peter on Wednesday, 15 April, 2020. He was aged 79 years. Much-loved brother of Peter and father of Gavin, Graham, Ma (Sophie), Lucy and Ben. Writer, actor, raconteur, and healer. A wonderful and extraordinary man and friend to so many.

Funeral Service

A private funeral will take place on Thursday, 23 April.

A memorial service will follow on a date to be confirmed.

Please send any cards or letters of condolence to Pitcher & Le Quesne Funeral Directors, 59 Kensington Place, St Helier to be forwarded onto Sean’s family.

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

Passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, 14 April, 2020. He leaves behind his devoted wife Jan, and will be sadly missed by all his family and many, many friends.

Funeral Service

There will be a private cremation on Tuesday, 21 April, followed by a grand celebration of his life on a date yet to be determined.

All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Passed peacefully away in the tender care of Beaumont Villa Care Home on Thursday, 16 April, 2020, devoted husband of Jean and adored father of Luisa, Pascal, Emma and Mark, much-loved Nonno of Laurent, Chloë and Nadine. A true gentleman.

Funeral Service

A private family funeral will take place.

A celebration service of his life will take place at a later date.

Donations in memory of Giacomo can be sent to Parkinson’s Jersey, c/o Mrs Marion Hibbeard, 2 Le Pré Cadoret, Rue de Haut, St Lawrence, JE3 1JQ.

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

Passed away on Wednesday, 15 April, 2020, in the care of the Jersey General Hospital, aged 75 years. He will be forever missed by his beloved wife Lillian, Garry, Kay, Abby, and his family and friends.

To the staff at the Jersey General Hospital, our sincerest and heartfelt thanks for the way you cared for Maurice.

Funeral Service

A private funeral service will be held for Maurice due to the current situation on the Island.

Family flowers only.

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

Passed away on Thursday, 16 April, 2020, aged 90 years, a much-loved brother, uncle, and great-uncle who will be sorely missed by family and friends.

Funeral Service

A private funeral will be held.

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

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

Peacefully passed away on Thursday, 9 April, 2020, aged 88 years, beloved husband of the late Maria do Rosario, devoted father of Frank and Isabel, cherished brother of Gastao Ornelas, and brother-in-law of Teresa, treasured uncle of Rubina and Elisa. Respected by all those who knew him. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

Funeral Service

The close family-only funeral will take place at 10 am on Thursday, 23 April.

A memorial service will take place at a date to be announced in the future.

All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

It is with enormous sadness and grief that we announce the sudden passing away of Derek on Saturday, 11 April, 2020, aged 76 years, beloved husband of Eileen, proud and loving father to Warrick and Alison, caring father-in-law to Camilla and Jonathan, and much-loved grandfather to Emilia, Axel and Corey. A true gentleman, kind and generous, who will be missed and remembered by all those who were fortunate enough to know him. He will be forever in our hearts.

Swim free Poppa polar bear!

Funeral Service

A private funeral service will be held for Derek due to the present situation on the island, and a memorial will be held to celebrate his life at a later date.

No flowers please.

Any donations in Derek’s memory can be sent to Jersey Hospice Care.

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