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Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 5 February, 2026, in the loving care of Les Petit Bosquet Care Home. Beloved husband of Violet, cherished father of Shane and Donna, father-in-law to Sarah and Austen and adored Papa to Melissa and Jamie.

At last free from pain.

He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service

Relatives and friends wishing to attend Douglas’ funeral service are invited to meet at St Johns Parish Church, Thursday, 19 February, at 11 am.

Private burial will follow.

Family flowers only.

Donations in Douglas’ memory may be sent to Jersey Hospice.

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 4 February, 2026, at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, with her family by her side. Beloved wife of Sam, Mum to Tim and Matt and Nana to Zahra, Ayesha, Cosmo, Atalie and Kaia. Penny will be deeply missed by all her loved ones.

Thank you for all the loving memories, laughter and joy.

Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be made to a charity of your choice.

A celebration of Penny’s life will be announced shortly.

Sadly, Tony passed away peacefully on Saturday, 31 January, 2026, aged 80, adored husband of Sheila, much-loved brother of Daphne, treasured uncle and great uncle to his nieces and nephews. Loved and respected by his Jersey and Australian family. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends in Jersey, England, Lyon France and Australia.

Loved and cherished always and he will never be forgotten.

Funeral details to follow.

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