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Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 23 January, 2019, in her 90th year, reunited with her loving husband Geoff, much-loved mother of Maureen (Bougeard), Michael and Janet (Warren), mother-in-law of Frank, Sharon and Peter, devoted NaNa of Michelle, Rob and Charlotte. Already missedFuneral details to follow. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

Sadly passed away on Tuesday, 22 January, 2019, aged 87 years, a much-loved husband to the late Collette Louise, a cherished father and grandfather who will be forever in our hearts.

The funeral will take place at St Saviour’s Parish Church on Friday, 8 February at 11 am. This will be followed by a private burial at Mont A l’Abbe cemetery. No mourning clothes please, and if possible, wear a splash (or more) of red and white. Family flowers only please. Donations gratefully accepted, to the RAFA (Royal Airforce Association), c/o Mrs Georgina Ollivier, Honorary Welfare Officer, Beau Coin Lodge, Mont au Roux, St Brelade, JE3 8BY or The Salvation Army, c/o Mr A Rive, Corps Treasurer, Minden Street, St Helier, JE2 4WR. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully in the loving care of the General Hospital on Tuesday, 1 January, 2019, aged 83 years, adored husband of Emma and adored step-father of Anne. Jim will be deeply missed.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Jim are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Thursday, 7 February at noon. No flowers please, by request. Donations, in lieu of flowers, in memory of Jim may be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

Passed away suddenly while on holiday in Mexico on Monday, 21 January, 2019, aged 48 years, beloved partner of Angela, much-loved father of Rosario, loving brother of Eliana and Neil, uncle of Jordan, Kane and Callum. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Reunited with his beloved parents Luigi and Wilma. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

Sincere condolences to the family of the late Mr Terry Avery, who was a patron of the St Lawrence Charity Horse Show for many years. Will be sadly missed.

Our condolences to the family of the late Mr Terry Avery, who was a respected member of the Battle of Flowers for many years.

Past and present members of Battle of Flowers wishing to attend Terry’s funeral service should meet at St Peter’s Parish Church on Wednesday, 30 January at 12. 35 pm. Jackie Donald, Events Director.

Sadly passed away in the loving care of Lakeside Manor Care Home on Wednesday, 23 January, 2019, aged 90 years, loving husband to Jean, adored Dad of Janette and Tony, cherished Grandad of Stephen and Michelle and great-Grandad of Archie. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

Passed away peacefully at the General Hospital on Wednesday, 23 January, 2019, aged 94 years, beloved husband of the late Gladys, much-loved father of Christine, Dacia, Edward and Mary, father-in-law of Graeme and David, devoted grandfather of Patrick, David, Melanie, Sophie and Natalie, grandfather-in-law of Eamon and Patrick’s partner Jacqui. He will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Edward’s celebration of life are invited to meet at St Ouen’s Parish Church at 10 am on Friday, 1 February. Family flowers only. Donations, in Edward’s memory, can be made to Family Nursing & Home Care Jersey Inc. , c/o the Honorary Treasurer, Le Bas Centre, St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4RP. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 22 January, 2019, aged 56 years. You are the bravest person we will have ever known and will be forever missed. . .

Your loving family Monica, Ben and Rebecca. With deepest thanks and gratitude to all of the staff at Highlands Care Home. A private funeral will take place. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

Passed away peacefully in the loving care of Maple Ward on Saturday, 19 January, 2019, aged 91 years. He will be sadly missed by all his friends.

Friends wishing to attend Roy’s funeral service are invited to the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 1 February at 10. 45 am. By request, no flowers please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Roy’s memory to the RNLI Jersey Guild, Mrs J Crowell, Abalone, Rue de L’Etocquet, St John, JE3 4AS. All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.