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Sadly passed away at home on Saturday, 9 March, 2019, aged 56 years. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends here in Jersey and Scotland.

Family and friends wishing to attend Thomas’ funeral service are invited to meet at St Thomas’ Catholic Church on Wednesday, 10 April at noon. Private cremation will follow. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made in memory to Headway (Jersey) Limited, Mr Ray Cooper, Headway, Le Coie, Springfield Road, St Saviour, JE2 7DN. All inquiries to Maillard’s, Funeral Directors, Telephone 737291.

Dionne passed away very peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, after a short illness and while in the care of the cantonal hospital of Aarau, Switzerland on Thursday, 28 March, 2019, beloved wife of René and mother to Pascale, Serge and Kim, very dear sister of Simonne, late brother and sisters Emile, Elaine and Germaine. She was a special aunty to her much-loved nieces and nephews, an adored Nana to her grandchildren. Dionne will never leave our hearts and will be missed so much by us all and her many friends in Jersey. Dionne’s ashes will be returned to Jersey at a later date. Family René Gysi, Steinfeldstrasse 31, 5033 Buchs, Switzerland.

Passed away suddenly on Thursday, 21 March, 2019, aged 45 years, cherished husband to Lisa and devoted Dad to Chase and Connor, wonderful son-in-law to John and Norah, loved brother-in-law and uncle to Jody, Ewa and Alex. When my heart aches with life’s pain, You are my fallen angel. Funeral details to follow. All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Telephone 499444.

Passed peacefully away in Albany, WA on Saturday 30 March, 2019. Sadly missed by his beloved wife of 65 years, his two daughters Frances and Sarah, and all his friends and family.

Formerly of the Jersey Militia, Royal Hampshire, 2nd Battalion Middlesex Regiment, Normandy Veteran and recipient of the Legion d’Honneur. Passed away in the loving care of Oak Ward on Wednesday, 27 March, 2019, aged 100 years, devoted husband of the late Joyce and dearest Dad to Cinnie, Sue and to his son-in-law Mick, much-loved Pops of Ian, Jeannine, Francheska, Karle and families. He will be sadly missed. Old soldiers never die they just fade away. Funeral ServiceRelatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Jack are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road, St Helier on Thursday, 4 April at 10. 45 am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, in memory of Jack may be sent to Jersey Alzheimer’s Association, de Carteret House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, JE2 4SL or 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.

Another angel has found their wings. Thank you for everything you did for me, you were my best friend, mentor and biggest cheerleader. My heart broke when I heard of your passing, I miss you and love you dearly my friend. I was one of your fallen angels and now you’re mine. See you again Bossman.

Love Kelly and Allie xx.