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Died peacefully in the care of Jersey Hospice on Monday, 4 September, 2023, dearly loved wife of the late Richard, loving Mum to Fiona and much-loved Granny to Joss and Dulcie. Her smiles, laughter and wise counsel will be hugely missed by all.

Thanksgiving Service

Friends and family wishing to attend a service of thanksgiving for Frances are invited to meet at St Martin’s Methodist Church on Thursday, 21 September at 3 pm.

Colourful clothes to be worn.

Donations in lieu of flowers, may be sent in Frances’ memory to Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, JE2 3JB.

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

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, 3 September, 2023, aged 91 years, loving mother of Eleanor and Peter, and mother-in-law to Bob and Catherine, a treasured grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. Now reunited with her beloved Malcolm. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330 or email enquiries@pitcherlequesne.com

Passed away on Monday, 21 August, 2023, aged 82 years. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral Service

A service will be held in the Crematorium Chapel, Westmount Road on Friday, 22 September at 10 am to celebrate Augusto’s life.

All funeral inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330 or email enquiries@pitcherlequesne.com

Born at Bon Air Nursing Home on 17 December, 1932, died in hospital aged 90 years on Thursday, 17 August, 2023.

The ‘Mad Major’, ‘Captain Hornblower’, aka J A Beckford-Ball. He leaves behind his devoted wife Deci, children Caroline and Sacha, grandchildren Hannah and Sophia, and great-granddaughter Billie. A character and a gentleman sadly missed.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for John are invited to meet at St Saviour’s Parish Church on Wednesday, 20 September at 2.30 pm, followed by private interment and later in the parish hall.

Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of John, may be sent to RNLI Jersey Guild, c/o Mrs Eileen Colyer, 39 the Willows, La Rue Horman, Grouville, JE3 9GY or Royal British Legion, Treasurer Major John Phipps, Legion House, 2 – 4 Great Union Street, St Helier, JE2 3YD.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330 or email enquiries@pitcherlequesne.com

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, 4 September, 2023, aged 76 years, beloved husband, Dad and Popa. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral details to follow.

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

Passed away peacefully in Jersey General Hospital on Saturday, 2 September, 2023, aged 69 years, much-loved Mum of Katrina and Ben, loving Nana of Levi.

A private cremation will take place.

Donations in memory of Karen can be made to Jersey Cancer Relief, c/o Mr Derek R Denton, Honorary Treasurer, JCR Centre, 35 Burrard Street, St Helier, JE2 4WS or Jersey Hospice Care, Clarkson House, Mont Cochon, St Helier, JE2 3JB.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330 or email enquiries@pitcherlequesne.com

Sadly passed away on Sunday, 3 September, 2023, in the loving care of Lakeside Manor Care Home, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of Mick, mother of Kerrie and Natalie, grandmother of Ryan. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

Funeral Service

Family and friends wishing to attend the funeral service of Mary are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday, 20 September at 10 am.

Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be sent to Dementia Jersey, de Carteret House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, JE2 4SL.

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