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JTC Jersey Wanderers are sad to hear of the passing of one of our greats, Francis (Danny) Le Marquand. An outstanding Channel Islands footballer, Danny won 11 Muratti caps and set a unique record by making an unbroken 232 appearances for the club’s senior side. He was elected as the youngest ever President of Jersey Wanderers in 1968, a post he held for 13 years. On leaving that role, Danny was accorded the position of Honorary Life President, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the club.

The Club would like to extend its sympathy to Danny’s family and friends at this sad time.

George passed away peacefully on Sunday, 28 March, 2021, at the age of 75, whilst being looked after by the wonderful team in the ICU at the General Hospital, his wife and son were at his side. George was the beloved husband of Anne for 44 years, adored Dad of Kevin and his wife Emely, doting Grandpa of his precious girls, Nicole and Cassy. He will be sorely missed by all.

Family flowers only.

Funeral Service

Due to current restrictions, all those wishing to attend George’s funeral service please contact De Gruchy’s Funeral Care, telephone 499444.

Passed away peacefully on Vancouver Island after a very long tiresome illness, seven days short of his 84th Birthday. A devoted, much-loved family man, respected by all who knew him. A proud Jerseyman, and accomplished raconteur, ‘I never saw an audience I didn’t like!’

He will be remembered with great affection.

Passed away suddenly in Southampton on Sunday, 14 March, 2021, much-loved wife of Martin and mother to Andrew. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

A private funeral has taken place.

Donations, in memory of Sarah, may be made to Les Amis Incorporated, c/o P/R Marketing & Fundraising Manager, Les Amis, La Grande Route de St Martin, St Saviour, JE2 7JA.

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

Passed away in the loving care of Les Charrieres Nursing Home on Thursday, 25 March, 2021, aged 92 years. Reunited with his beloved wife Simonne, much-loved father of Alan, dearly loved and greatly missed by all his family and friends. Special thanks must go to EAU and Bartlett Ward at the General Hospital, for all their care and compassion to John over the last few months.

Funeral Service

John’s service will be held at St Matthews Catholic Church, Coin Varin, followed by an interment at Surville Cemetery.

Family flowers may be sent to Maillards Funeral Directors, telephone 737291.

Donations may be sent, in John’s memory, to a charity of your choice.

Passed away peacefully in the tender care of the General Hospital with her loving family at her side on Friday, 26 March, 2021, aged 75 years. Devoted Mum of Lee and Samantha, loving Gran to Jamie-Lee, Hannah, Dylan and Jodie. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service

If you wish to attend the funeral service for Margaretta, please contact Pitcher & Le Quesne, telephone 733330 or email enquires@pitcherlequesne.com to register your name and contact details due to covid restrictions.

Donations in memory of Margaretta, may be made to Headway Jersey, c/o Mr Ray Cooper, CEO, Le Coie, Springfield Road, St Saviour JE2 7DN.

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

Died peacefully on Wednesday, 24 February, 2021, aged 90 years. Adored mother of Louise and Matthew, beloved Granny Mary to Lily, Daisy and Daniel.

A private funeral has taken place.

We will be forever grateful to all the Angel carers at Le Petit Bosquet for filling Mum’s days with tenderness and love. A special thanks goes to activities co-ordinator Milen Rakleov. Our deepest gratitude goes to Father Matthew King for his most gentle kindness to our Mum on her last journey and the beautiful funeral service he led for Mum that gave us all so much comfort and peace during this deeply sad time.

God saw you getting tired,

So he put his arms around you and whispered,

“Come with me”

With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you fade away,

Although we love you dearly,

We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating,

Your tender hands at rest,

God took you home to prove to us he only takes the best.