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Passed away peacefully on Sunday, 28 June, 2020, aged 91 years, in the compassionate care of Cheval Roc Nursing Home, devoted wife of the late Geoff, dearly loved mother of Jonathan, Philly and Katy, and treasured Nana of Emily, Alice, Molly, Grace and Martha.

Funeral Service

Due to the present restrictions, a small private funeral service will take place.

Family flowers only please.

Donations in memory of Freda, if desired, may be sent to Christian Aid in Jersey, c/o Mr Mike Ruskin, Treasurer, Ocean View, Route de L’Etacq, St Ouen, JE3 2FB.

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

Passed away peacefully at home in her happy place, sitting on the patio enjoying the sunrise over Gorey Harbour, on Wednesday, 24 June, 2020, much-loved mother of Robert and Nicholas, mother-in-law of Fleur, Nana of Liberty, Holly, Etienne and Manon. You will be forever held in our hearts. Reunited with her beloved husband Bill.

Funeral Service

A private family funeral will take place.

Donations in memory of Ann, can be made to CLIC Sargent (Jersey), c/o M Andy Salter, Honorary Treasurer, 9 Le Pre Du Roi, Rue De Jambart, St Clement, JE2 6LB.

The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power,

To tell just when the hands will stop, at late or early hour.

Now is the only time we own, live, love, toil with a will:

Place no faith in tomorrow, for the clock may then be still.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330.

A light has gone out in my world but heaven has gained a special star.

Love you always.

Your loving sister Roselle and family.

Aged 81 years, formerly of La Rocque, son of the late Earnest and Dorothy Gallichan, passed away peacefully at his home in Hampshire on Tuesday, 23 June, 2020.

His wife Christine, and children Monique and David have everlasting gratitude and love for the Rosemary Foundation and Macmillan Nurses who provided care and compassion during his final days.

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 26 June, 2020, aged 80 years, beloved husband of Sue. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service

A private family funeral will take place.

Donations in memory of David, may be sent to Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, c/o Judith Freeman, Durrell, Les Augrès Manor, La Profonde Rue, Trinity, JE3 5BP.

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330.

Died peacefully in the care of the hospital, following a lengthy fight with lymphoma, aged 75 years, much-loved wife of David, mother to Richard and Jeremy, grandmother to Louis and Ella. She adored her 25 years in the Island and will be sadly missed by family and friends.

Funeral Service

Due to the virus, there will have to be a private cremation.

Donations in memory of Jenny, may be sent to JAYF c/o MJ Berry, Honorary Treasurer, La Brecque, La Verte Rue, St Mary, JE3 3DA.

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

Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, 27 June, 2020, aged 89 years, much-loved wife of Ronald, stepmother to Ian, Jim and Sally.

Funeral Service

Due to the present restrictions, a small private funeral service will take place.

No flowers by request please.

Donations in lieu of flowers, in memory of Connie, can be made to Jersey Animals’ Shelter, c/o the Administrator, 89 St Saviour’s Road, St Helier, JE2 4GJ (donations to be made payable to JSPCA).

All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, telephone 733330.