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Of St Brelade. Passed away in the loving care of Silver Springs Care Home on Monday, 11 March, 2019, aged 96 years, reunited with his beloved wife Erna, cherished Daddy of Ingrid, proud and devoted grandfather of Francesca and Robin. The wonder of the world, The beauty and the power, The shapes of things, Their colours, lights and shades, These I saw. Look ye also while life lasts.

Family and friends wishing to attend Des’ funeral service are invited to the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Wednesday, 20 March at 2. 30 pm. By request, no flowers please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Des’ memory to the British Heart Foundation (Jersey), c/o Mrs C Haydn Taylor, Le Picachon, Rue de la Bachauderie, St Martin, JE3 6JE. All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

Brave to the very end, dear brother-in-law of Barbara and Bill, Pat and Mike, David and Karina. Rest in peace.

Died peacefully at home on Sunday, 17 February, 2019, in her 81st year, beloved wife of the late Bob Paton, she was much loved and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral at Grouville Parish Church on Wednesday, 20 March at noon. Bright colours to be worn. Reception to follow at Longueville Manor. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to the National Trust for Jersey. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 8 March, 2019, in the loving care of the Ronceray Care Home aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Roy, loving mother of Mark. She will be sadly missed. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 9 March, 2019, aged 96 years, loving sister to Charlie, David, and Rozel and in-laws Bubbles and Keith, cherished aunt to Anthony and family. Mary will be very much missed by all her family and friends. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

Tragically taken on Saturday, 2 March, 2019, a very loving nephew and cousin. You will be greatly missed by Uncle Giulio, Aunty Sheila, Antonio, Jan, Matthew, Carl, Lee and Marisa, Tony, Oliver, Beth and James. Always in our hearts.

Sadly passed away peacefully on Sunday, 10 March, 2019, aged 87 years, after battling illness the last two years, beloved husband to Helen and loving father to Erica and Ian, a keen sportsman, playing golf, tennis and squash well into his eighties. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Family and friends wishing to attend Eric’s funeral service are invited to attend the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Thursday, 21 March at noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Eric’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.

Passed peacefully away at the General Hospital on Friday, 8 March, 2019, aged 58 years, loving wife of Carlos, much-loved mother of Miguel, Liliana and the late Luis. She will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Many thanks to all staff on Corbière Ward for their loving care. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

Awesome nephew of Sally and Darren and cousin to Ricky, Jodie, Hayden and Jessica. Always in our thoughts. Love and miss you.

Hugs from Beau, Maki and Ethan x.

Passed away on Thursday, 7 March, 2019, after a short but courageous fight with cancer at Jersey Hospice, aged 77 years, Dave will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Margaret (née Bihet), children Tricia, Gary, Samantha, Lorraine, and grandchildren Briony, Zac, Aarren, Hunter, Ada and Thomas, also his favourite niece and newest companion Tuppence.

Family and friends wishing to attend Dave’s funeral service are invited to the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Wednesday, 20 March at noon. By request, bright, casual clothing to be worn please. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Dave’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB or Jersey Cancer Relief, c/o the Honorary Treasurer, 35 Burrard Street, St Helier, JE2 4WS. All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.