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O’CALLAGHAN, Audrée Frances (née Thébault)

Our beautiful, brave, sister Audrée slipped away from us after a long illness, on Tuesday, 10 October, 2017, at Southampton General Hospital. We are left heartbroken. Forever in our thoughts and will be so greatly missed.

Love always, Sylvianne, Chris, Mark, Tara, Amalie and Edelle, Françoise, Peter, Jade and Jared. Family gatherings will never be the same.

NELSON, Ruth Phyllis (née Summers) MBE

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 12 October, 2017, aged 99 years, mother of Philip and the late Tina, grandmother to Robin, Simon, Nicholas, Charlotte, Rupert and Pippa, great-grandmother of Daniel, Megan, Stefanie, Noah and Harley. Sadly missed.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Ruth are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 27 October at noon. Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu of flowers, in memory of Ruth can be sent to Holidays for Heroes Jersey, c/o Mr Colin Whittaker, Hon Treasurer, Coeur Joyeux, Rue des Sapins, St Peter, JE3 7AD. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

RICHARD, George Alfred

Passed away peacefully at Sandybrook Care Home on Saturday, 14 October, 2017, aged 88 years, much-loved husband of 62 years to Dorothy, beloved father of Pauline, Margaret, Stephen and the late Carol, devoted grandfather of Nick, Tom, Emma, Daniel and Melissa, great-grandfather of Molly, Elsie and Jacob. George will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A private service will take place. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

HAIRON, Denis John

Slipped away peacefully at Ronceray Care Home on Friday, 13 October, 2017, aged 91 years, with his daughters Tina and Sadie by his side, devoted husband of the late Pam, father-in-law of Graham and Mark and Papa to George and Jack.

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service of Denis are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Friday, 20 October at 1. 15 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu of flowers, in memory of Denis can be sent to Channel Islands’ Air Search, c/o Mr Roger Leonard, Honorary Treasurer, Casa Mia, Montrose, Grands Vaux, St Saviour, JE2 7NA. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

BAUDAINS, Harold Edward

Harold Edward Baudains passed away in his 89th year on Thursday, 12 October, 2017, after a long illness bravely borne, at home with his daughters Pam and Sheila, and granddaughter Joanne at his side. Will be sadly missed by his family, Paul, Jeanette, Marcus, Megan and Lilliander, now reunited with his beloved wife Beryl two days before the 21st anniversary of her death. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

BILLOT, Garnet Lewis

Passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Thursday, 12 October, 2017, aged 93 years, beloved and devoted husband of 71 years to Ann (the love of my life), much-loved and treasured Dad of Roger and Jill and father-in-law to Sue and John, adored and truly loved Papa of Laura, Greig and Luke. He will be sadly and greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

FIRBY, David Lawrence

Died peacefully at Jersey Hospice Care on Sunday, 15 October, 2017, aged 74 years, much beloved and loving husband, father and grandfather, who will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.

HAMILTON, Colin Victor

Passed away peacefully at his home in New Zealand, after a short illness, on Tuesday, 10 October, 2017, aged 86 years, devoted husband of Valarie, much loved and sadly missed by his children, Fiona, Diana, Samantha and Kim and his sons-in-law Terry, David, Adrian and the late Ian Vautier, grandchildren Emma, Jessica, Michael and Philippa. A wonderful man who will be greatly missed by all.

GLOVER-WRIGHT, Geoffrey David (Simon Raverne)

Passed away peacefully in the care of Jersey Hospice on Wednesday, 11 October, 2017, dearly loved husband of Rachael, father to Carmela and grandfather to Alexa and Luc. He will be deeply missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries please to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

KING, Marilyn

Dearest wife of Keith and loved mother of Claudine and Adam, passed away on Saturday, 7 October, 2017, in the loving and caring environment of Portelet Ward at the Jersey General Hospital. Marilyn suffered a long and painful illness with absolute fortitude determined never to give in. Many thanks are due to the Hospice, Dr Bailhache and the nursing staff, the Oncology Department, Dr Soomal and nursing staff, Mr Kassai and Mr Hughes. Space does not permit for all individuals to be named but the level of care by everyone has been exceptional both in terms of empathy and skills. Finally, at Marilyn’s request a private family funeral will take place. Donations may be sent in memory of Marilyn to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB. All inquiries to Maillard’s Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.