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SKINNER, Michael Victor

28 December, 1938 to 20 October, 2022.

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Michael Victor Skinner, beloved husband of 61 years to Jenny, loving father and father-in-law of Karen, Lorraine and Paul, adoring Poppa to Michael, Tom, Stephanie, William, James and Max, and Grandpops to Callie.

CARTER, Ron.

Val, Gavin and Richard wish to thank everyone for the cards, telephone calls and flowers they have received since Ron’s passing. Thank you to all who attended the funeral service, to Pat and all the team at Positive Steps, to all at Dementia Jersey and to those who have donated to Alzheimer’s Research UK, our thanks. Finally, to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care for guiding us through Ron’s funeral arrangements, thank you.

AUBIN, Raymond George

Passed away peacefully in Cumberland Hospital in Carlisle on Tuesday, 11 October, 2022, aged 89 years, much-loved husband to Thelma June, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

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

BATES, John Frederick (JB Signs)

Family and friends wishing to attend John’s funeral service are invited to St Brelade’s Parish Church on Thursday, 3 November at 1 pm.

No dress code.

Flowers may be sent to De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, Bagatelle Road by 10 am, or donations if preferred may be made to Jersey Alzheimer’s Association, de Carteret House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, JE2 4SL.

There will be an informal gathering at Midbay CafĂ© in St Brelade’s Bay after the service.

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

BROCKLEHURST, Shirley (Ann)

Relatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral of Shirley are invited to meet at the Crematorium Chapel, St Helier on Friday, 28 October at 10 am.

No flowers by request please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Shirley, can be made to Motor Neurone Disease Association, c/o Mrs Margaret Mc Govern, Woodlands, Bon Air Lane, St Saviour, JE2 7LJ (please make cheques payable to Motor Neurone Disease) or Jersey Cancer Relief, c/o Mr Derek R Denton, Honorary Treasurer, JCR Centre, 35 Burrard Street, St Helier, JE2 4WS (please make cheques payable to Jersey Cancer Relief).

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

DAVY, Raymond Alfred

20.10.1925 – 19.10.2022.

Our dear Ray passed away very peacefully in a Christchurch, Dorset, nursing home on Wednesday, 19 October, 2022. Ray leaves behind Freda (Liz), his loving wife of nearly 65 wonderful years, sons Robin and Richard, daughter-in-law Carol and grandchildren Oscar and Helen.

Ray enjoyed a long and very happy life and will be so sadly missed.

A private family funeral will be held.

DEFFAINS, Annie Mae

Memorial service to be held at St Andrew’s Church, First Tower on Tuesday, 15 November at 2 pm. Refreshments will follow in the church hall.

All family and friends are welcome to join in a celebration of a wonderful life.

No mourning clothes please, just bright colours.

FAIRBANKS, Clive

1953 – 2022.

Passed away on Monday, 17 October, 2022, beloved husband of the late Sally, adored father of Sam and Josh, loving partner to Lisa, brother to Colin, John and Elaine, son of the late Harold and Evelyn, son-in-law to Lewis and the late Joy. Clive will be greatly missed by all his friends and family, in both Jersey and Manchester.

Funeral details to follow.

All inquiries to Maillards, Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

FIODORUK, Gladys

In loving memory of a dearly loved mother and grandmother.

Forever in our hearts.

Love Elena, Veruschka, Zena and all the family.

O’CONNOR, David

Passed away on Friday, 21 October, 2022 in Bend, Oregon, beloved husband of Valerie, loving Dad to Kevin, Sharon, Shawna and devoted Grandpa. He will be missed by his loving family Michael, Madeline, Paddy, Bill, Chris and their partners and other family members in the UK and America.

Rest in peace.