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It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Maureen, beloved wife, mum, and friend to all whose lives she touched, on Tuesday, 18 June, 2024. She left us peacefully at Treliske, Truro surrounded by her loving family.

Maureen was born on 12 February, 1944 in Bristol. She touched many lives with her kindness, generosity, and boundless spirit.

A resident in Jersey for over twenty years and finally retiring to Cornwall. Maureen was known for her passion for her cats and dogs her unwavering support for other people and her undeniable zest for life. Those who knew her will remember her infectious laugh, her warmth, and the love she generously shared with everyone she met.

Maureen leaves behind her devoted husband of 36 years, Mac her cherished children, Hazel and Caroline (Kai) and a community of friends who felt like family. She will be profoundly missed, not just for her presence, but for the love and joy she brought into our lives.

In keeping with Maureen’s wishes, the family kindly requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT), a cause close to her heart. Contributions can be coordinated through the funeral directors.

Funeral Service

A celebration of Maureen’s life will be held on Tuesday, 2 July, at Camborne Crematorium, at 2.30 pm.

The family invites all who knew Maureen to join them in commemorating her remarkable life to attend the online funeral via link available from the funeral directors.

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Maureen believed in making the most of every moment, in loving fiercely, and in the power of kindness. As we say our goodbyes, let us honour her memory by living fully, loving deeply, and spreading kindness wherever we go.

For further information, assistance, or to share a memory, please contact Burroughs & Kearey Funeral Directors at The rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance, TR18 2AW.

Her light will forever shine in our hearts, guiding and inspiring us. Rest in peace, dear Maureen.

You were loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure.

Rest in peace my dear friend Marjorie, you will be deeply missed.

Always loved, never forgotten.

Mitzi XXX.

Passed away on Sunday, 16 June, 2024, aged 87 years.

Rest in peace.

Beloved widow of the late Frank, treasured, loving, funny and adoring Mum to Justine, precious ‘Giggy’ to Joshua and a loving mother-in-law to the late Grant. Sandra was a wonderful, colourful and respected character. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend Sandra’s funeral service are invited to St Brelade’s Parish Church on Tuesday, 16 July, at 11.30 am.

Private cremation follows.

By request, wear a splash of purple.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in Sandra’s memory may be made to Société Jersiaise, Cat Action Trust or Brooke Animal Hospital.

All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, telephone 499444.

Passed away peacefully in the care of Jersey Hospice on Monday, 24 June, 2024, aged 64 years, much-loved husband of Mary and devoted father of Anna and Thomas. Richard will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.