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Dear brother of Joan, Pam, Ann, Graeme and their families. Happy memories of a loving brother, sadly missed.

Silently passed away on Saturday, 17 November, 2018, at the family home in Pacifica, California at the age of 92. Married to the late Wilfred (Bob) De Louche in 1954, they lived together in St Aubin for the majority of their lives. Survived by their only son Robert and his wife Barbara and four grandchildren, Sean, Nicolette, Danielle and Gabrielle. Vera will be sorely missed by her friends throughout the Island and her extended family in the United States.

Sister of the late Eve Truscott and brother of the late Eric Watts, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the family home of her son Robert, in California on Saturday, 17 November, 2018. Will be sadly missed by her nephews and neice Barry, Michael, Linda and families. Friends wishing to express their condolences can send them care of M Truscott who will forward them on to Robert. El Granero, Rue de la Mare, St Ouen, JE3 2LD.

In memory of the best father, father-in-law and grandfather who was always smiling and laughing. We were lucky to have you in our lives and have the most wonderful memories. Rest now, we will miss you.

Love Helen, Mark, Jessica, Sarah and Abigail.

Passed away peacefully at the General Hospital on Wednesday, 14 November, 2018, aged 78 years. Will be sorely missed by his loving, big family and dogs.

Family and friends wishing to attend Basil’s funeral service are invited to St John’s Parish Church on Wednesday, 28 November at 11 am. Private interment will follow. Flowers may be sent in Basil’s memory or, if preferred, donations may be sent to the Jersey Lifeboat Association, Le Quai d’Auvergne, Rue Matthew Valpy, La Collette, St Helier, JE2 3NX. All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

Passed away in the loving care of Jersey Hospice with his devoted sons at his side on Wednesday, 14 November, 2018, aged 54 years, much-loved and devoted Dad of James, Joshua and Jack, beloved son of Lewis and Pam and brother of John. He will be greatly missed by all the lives he touched. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

From all the Teddy Bears in the famous Temple Bar. Rest in peace Big Man. W. A. T. P.

Died peacefully at home on Friday, 16 November, 2018, aged 73 years, now at peace after a short illness bravely borne, darling wife of Tony for nearly 53 years, loving mother of Kaye, Lynne, Joanne and son-in-law Steve and gorgeous Grandma to Charlie, Thomas, Ava, Daniel and little Freya. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends in Jersey and the UK.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road on Friday, 23 November at 9. 30 am. Family flowers only, but donations in Annette’s memory, if desired, may be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB or Motor Neurone Disease Association (Jersey), c/o Mrs Wendy Lees, Lynton, Rue Des Marettes, St Martin, JE3 6DS. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

A devoted father who put us boys before himself, striving to ensure we were supported in every way. We will continue his legacy in ourselves. A true legend who will be dearly missed.

Lots of love from your three boys James, Joshua and Jack xxx.

Much-loved and respected son who will be greatly missed by his loving Mum and Dad.