The family would like to thank everyone who sent cards, flowers and to the many people who attended Theresa’s funeral. Special thanks to Rev Canon Paul Brooks who conducted the beautiful service, to Tim and Ella for reading, to organist Mr Howard De La Haye, to Mr Peter Brooks who played Theresa’s special hymn ‘My Lighthouse’ and to The FCJ Staff Choir who sang such a loving, beautiful and moving tribute. Thanks to Rachel, Kirsty and Selena who prepared the very special prayers and to Clare and her team for the beautiful flowers. The family very much appreciate the love, care and support Theresa received at her home from her close friend Rachel and the ‘Home Group’ and from Theresa’s FCJ teacher and staff colleagues who visited her throughout her illness. Family Nursing & Home Care treated Theresa at home for which we are truly grateful as we are to everyone at Jersey Hospice who so lovingly cared for Theresa and the family. To all who have made donations to Jersey Hospice, thank you. Finally, thanks to Linda and team at The Royal, St Martin for the catering and to Mr Shane Hatherley and his colleagues at De Gruchy’s Funeral Care for all the arrangements that ensured Theresa’s funeral was perfect.
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McLELLAN, John Dunnett
Passed away peacefully at Jersey General Hospital on Sunday, 22 March, 2026, aged 82, loving husband to the late Maria Angela, devoted father to Emma and father-in-law to Nestor. He will be greatly missed and remembered always with love.
Funeral Service
Family and friends wishing to attend John’s funeral service are invited to the Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity on Thursday, 9 April, at 11.30 am.
By request, family flowers only.
Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in John’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.
All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, telephone 499444.
BELLAMY, Ian Victor
Passed away suddenly but peacefully on Sunday, 1 March, 2026, husband of the late Ingrid, brother and brother-in-law of Jennifer and Kim and cousin of Anne and Michael.
Funeral Service
Relatives and friends wishing to attend Ian’s funeral service are invited to meet at Baptist Church, Vauxhall Street, St Helier on Wednesday, 1 April, at noon.
Private cremation to follow.
Family flowers only please.
Donations in Ian’s memory to Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, Les Augres Manor, Trinity, JE3 5BP.
All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.
HOUGH, Rev Colin
On Saturday, 14 March, 2026, in Diss, Norfolk, aged 91 years. Much-loved husband of the late Barbara, loved Dad of Susan, Carolyn and Gillian, loved brother of Gwen and the late Gordon, respected father-in-law of Mark, Adrian and Paul and a loved grandfather and great-grandfather.
Funeral service at Diss Methodist Church on Friday, 17 April, at 1 pm.
All details and donations in his memory via http://www.rosedale funeralhome.co.uk
ELLIS, Margaret
Margaret’s family wish to thank all relatives and friends who attended her funeral service, sent messages of condolence and support, or made donations to Jersey Hospice in her memory. Special thanks go to Julie Wildbore-Hands for conducting a beautiful service, and to Julian and the team at Maillards for their flawless funeral arrangements. Thanks also to the staff at Jersey Hospice and Family Nursing for the care they gave Margaret.
Our heartfelt thanks to you all.
FOSSE, Simonne Mary (née Lane)
Passed away at Le Petit Bosquet Care Home on Sunday, 22 March, 2026, aged 91, much loved wife of the late Micky, loving mother and mother-in-law of Stephane and Sara, Christan and Karen, adored Granny of April, Matthew and Reece and great-grandmother to Meredyth. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Funeral Service
Relatives and friends wishing to attend Simonne’s funeral service are invited to the Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity on Thursday, 16 April, at 11.30 am.
Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent in Simonne’s memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.
All inquiries please to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, telephone 499444.
BASTION, Peter
Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Peter are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity, on Wednesday, 15 April, at 1 pm.
Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Jersey Scout Association, Jersey Scout Centre, Five Mile Road, St Ouen, JE3 2FN.
All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330 or email enquiries@pitcherlequesne.com
WILSON-RAINE, Winifred
Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Win are invited to meet at Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses, Corbiere on Saturday, 28 March, at noon.
All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.
NICHOLS, Dr Ralph Anthony Hereward
Family, friends, and colleagues are invited to celebrate Ralph’s life on Thursday, 2 April, at 11 am at St Martin’s Methodist Church.
Interment to follow at the St Lawrence Parish Church Cemetery.
We hope as many as possible will join us afterwards to raise a glass to a life well lived.
Family flowers only please, but donations in memory of Ralph can be sent to either, The British Heart Foundation, Compton House, Unit 2300, The Crescent, Birmingham Business Park, Birmingham, Warwickshire, B37 7YE or The Company of Dogs at Lloyd’s Bank Broad Street; Sort Code 30-94-61; Ac No 64976260; Ref Ralph.
All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.
VILLAIN, Vera Joan (née Groizard)
Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Vera, are invited to meet in the Royal Jersey Showground, Trinity, on Tuesday, 31 March, at 11.30 am.
Bright colours please by request.
Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Jersey Hospice Care, Mont Cochon, St Helier.
All inquiries to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, telephone 499444.
