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Tributes have been paid to people across Devon and further afield who have died recently in the funeral notices.
Among those who have been remembered is Adrian (Ade) Jewell, who after a short but courageous battle, passed away peacefully at home in Exeter on Wednesday 28 January 2026 – the same street in which he was born. He was 66.
A heartfelt tribute to Ade says: ‘A much-loved husband, dad and grandad, he will be deeply missed by all his family, his many friends from rugby, darts and fishing, and by former colleagues from Royal Mail and Devon General. ‘
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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
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Passed away peacefully at the North Devon District Hospital on 22nd January 2026, aged 91 years. Loving wife of the late Brian, much loved mum to Julie, Dawn and Jason, nan to Jeni, Karl, Harvey and Liv and great nan to Grace and Fin. Funeral Service to be held at the North Devon Crematorium on Tuesday 17th February at 10.45am. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired to RNIB, at the service or c/o W S Gayton & Son, Picket Meadow, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3UP.
Passed away peacefully on 15th January 2026 at Treliske Hospital, Kenneth Ronald, aged 86 years of Old Pound Farm, Nanpean. Beloved husband of Edith (deceased), loving dad of Mark, Nicola and the late Neil, father-in-law of Andrew, dear papa of Chloe and Sam. Funeral service to be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Monday 9th February at 10.30am. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, are invited for RNLI c/o Paul Bourton Funeral Service, 37-41 Truro Road, St Austell PL25 5JE Tel: 01726 65727 or by retiring collection at the service.
Passed away peacefully at home on 21st January 2026, aged 85 years. Loving husband of 60 years to Pam, dad of Nicholas and Natalie. Funeral Service to be held at the Parish Church of St John the Baptist, Lynmouth on Tuesday 17th February at 12:00 noon. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired, for Gilbey Rescue Boat, may be given at the service or c/o W S Gayton & Son, Pickett Meadow, Fremington, Barnstaple EX31 3UP
On Sunday 18th January 2026, Neil Badcock, aged 64 years of Crowlas Our Rock Love Grace, Ross, Lydia, Holly, Chris, Tristan and Lisa. Very proud Grandpa of Eleanor, Adelyn, Eva and Felix. Funeral Service to be held at Ludgvan Parish Church on Wednesday 11th February at 11am followed by private interment Family flowers only donations in memory of Neil for Blood Cancer UK https://bloodcancer.org.uk or by retiring collection or can be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel 01736 364062
With great sadness announcing the passing of John Ballam an amazing Father and Grandfather who died peacefully on January 19,2026 aged 83. John will be greatly missed and his life treasured. A cremation and a celebration of his life will be held on: Date: February 19,2026 Time: 11am Location: Basildon Crematorium Church Road Bowers Gifford Basildon Essex SS13 2HG All are welcome We would ask you respect Dads wishes with no flowers but if you would like to do so. Please make any donations to St Luke’s Hospice Basildon. A just giving page has been set up in John’s memory here. A celebration reception will then take place at the Springhouse Club at midday The Springhouse Social Club (Shell Club) Springhouse Road Corringham Essex SS17 7QT Dads motto You live once so make the most of it.
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 15th January 2026 at Seymour Court Care Home Aged 68 years. Dearly loved sister of Stephen and Shirley. Treasured Auntie of Rachel, Chris, Nick, Claire and Sara. Anita will be sadly missed by her many friends. Funeral service to take place at The Park Crematorium on Thursday 12th February 2026, room 1 at 11 am. Followed by a burial at Weston Mill Cemetery at 12 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for St Lukes Hospice. Forever in our hearts Co-Op Funeralcare 12-14 Morshead Road Crownhill Plymouth PL6 5AJ 01752 303830
From Plymstock. Passed away at the Bristol Royal Infirmary on 14th January 2026. A much-loved brother to Roy and a dear uncle to Judith, Janice, Tim and their families. A kind friend to all who knew him. His working days with Royal Mail. Many a good round had at Staddon Heights Golf Club Green pastures are before you, which yet you have not seen
A dearly loved Sister/Aunt & Great Aunt. Will be greatly missed, but leaves so many wonderful memories of happier times spent together. You were truly a special person in our lives. Our thoughts are with family and friends at this difficult time. Forever in our hearts: Gill, Steve, Matt, Dean, Ali, John, Harry and Max
Husband of Mary Brodie (nee Watts), Father of Ian, Helen and Giles, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Doug died at home on January 9th, he was 89. A celebration of Doug’s life will be held at the North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on February 12th at 11:30am. All are Welcome. To be followed by a Green Burial for family only. Donations in Doug’s memory for the Shipwrecked Mariners Society UK or Alzheimer’s Research UK, can be made at the service by retiring collection or online at www.rpbfunerals.com or c/o L. Clarke & Sons 1 Caen Shopping Precinct Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526
Passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital, Blackpool on 14th January 2026 aged 92 years. Devoted wife to the late John. Loving mum to Christine, Gaynor and Ann. A cherished Grandma and Great Grandma to all her grandchildren. Bernadette will be very sadly missed by all her family and many friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church, Brixham on Saturday 14th February 2026 at 11am. Family flowers only, donations welcomed for The COPD Foundation or The Owl Sanctuary may be made online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent to: Elaine Harrison Funeral Director at Stockman and Loram 7 Churston Broadway, Paignton, TQ4 6LE.
(Née Mullane ) Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Saturday 17th January 2026, aged 75 years. Beloved Partner of David. Cherished Mum of Stacey and Ross, treasured Nana of Lucas and Rory and a much-loved Sister of Brian and Colin. Christine will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service on Friday 13th February 2026 at The Park Crematorium, room 2 at 10:30am. Everyone is invited to wear purple/lilac in memory of Christine. Family flowers only. Donations in Christine’s name to Marie Curie by retiring collection. All enquiries to Saltash Co-operative Funeralcare 01752 303165
(Née Mullane) Beloved Sister of Brian. It broke my heart to lose you But you did not go alone, For part of me went with you The day God took you home. Love, Brian
(Les) On 26th January 2026 peacefully at his home aged 91 years of Liskeard, formerly of St Neot. Beloved husband of Joyce, loving Father of Nigel and Anita, father in law of Ian and a loving grandad of Adam, Chloe and Aimee. Funeral service will take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium on Thursday 12th February at 9:30am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for Marie Curie can be made online at www.ugaldeandson.co.uk by way of retiring collection or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent c/o Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors, Trelawney House, Heathlands Road, Liskeard, PL14 4DH.
It is with great sadness that we wish to announce the passing of John Henry Carter who passed away peacefully on the 23rd January 2026 aged 88 years old. A loving and devoted husband to Valerie, father to his son Peter, late son Clive, daughter-in-law Sandy and loving grandfather to Christopher and Iona. John will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends, and his family warmly invite you to celebrate his long life with them on Friday 13th of February at Torquay Crematorium at 13:30. In John’s memory Valerie, Peter and Sandy would like any donations received to go to Dementia UK to support their important work. Coop Funeralcare Torquay 79-85 Barton Road, Torquay, TQ27NY
(Ron) Died peacefully, after a long illness, on Thursday 8th January 2026 at Ogwell Grange Residential Home, in Newton Abbot, aged 91 years. Proud Husband of Valerie and Father to Gill and Alison: Grandfather to 4 Grandchildren. Funeral service to be held at St Paul’s Chapel, Exeter Crematorium on Friday 13th February 2026 at 10am. Family Flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society by retiring collection. Parkers Family Funeral Directors Great Western House 9 Devon Square Newton Abbot TQ12 2HN 01626 437001
Passed away peacefully on Sunday 18th January 2026. Aged 74 years. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, Peter will be greatly missed by all that knew him. A service will be held in St Peter’s Chapel of Exeter and Devon Crematorium at 12:30 on Wednesday 25th February 2026. Donations if desired are for Hospiscare via retiring collection. Mitchell Funeral Services, King William Street, Exeter, EX4 6PD. 01392 272682.
To my lifelong best friend of 62 years. Josh you will be forever missed, I am ever grateful for your care and guiding influence and will treasure all the happy memories. Peter.
Passed away peacefully at home on 19th January 2026 aged 86 years. A caring and loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Private cremation to be followed by a service of celebration to be held at St Michael and All Angels Church, Cornwood, on Wednesday 11th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Dementia UK may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Ivybridge, PL21 0DB Tel: 01752 690909
(Ken) Peacefully passed away with his family at his bedside on 21st January 2026 at home. Aged 93 years. Loving Husband of Carole (Deceased) Dearly loved Dad of Michael, Christopher, Julia and Adrian. Father in-law of Sue, Sara, Jim and Tracy. Loving Grandad and Great Grandad to all his Grandchildren. Loving Dad tender and kind, what a beautiful memory you left behind. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. Reunited with mum. Grandad we loved you so much. Dad, I’m going to miss you so much, love you millions xxxx Funeral service will be held at The Park Crematorium (Ceremony room 2) Merafield Road, Plympton PL7 1UQ at 12.30pm on Tuesday 10th February 2026. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson St Judes, PL4 8PJ Tel: 01752 665438
David Fradgley of Chard, Somerset died 20th January 2026 aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Desi, and Jenny (dec’d), much loved father of Tim, Robert and Michael and 8 grandchildren. Thanksgiving service at St. Bartholomew’s Church, Crewkerne on Monday, 16th at 2pm. No flowers please, donations in lieu for his selected charities by retiring collection or sent to A.E. Stoodley & Son, 37, Market Square, Crewkerne, TA18 7LP
On Tuesday, January 27th 2026, David, formerly of Southway, Plymouth, passed away at James Cook University Hospital, North Yorkshire, aged 80 years. Loving Dad to Andrew and Andrea, he will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A Service of Celebration for the life of David will take place at Tamar Valley Crematorium, Plymouth. Please contact Walter H. Squires & Son for confirmation of the day and time. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of David, in aid of the Chestnut Appeal, can be given by retiring collection or may be sent to:- Walter H. Squires & Son Chapel of Rest, 27 Higher Street, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 1AJ. Tel. 01884 839556
(Née Jones) Of Pixton Farm, Iddesleigh. Passed away peacefully at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, on Friday 16th January 2026, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Tom, much loved mum of Marilyn and of the late Arthur, dear gran of David and Claire, great gran of Jack, Isabel and Poppy. Sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Service will be held at the Parish Church of St James, Iddesleigh, on Thursday 19th February, at 1.00pm, followed by burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are for the Devon Air Ambulance Trust and Iddesleigh Parish Church by retiring collection, or sent c/o Albery & Redstone Funeral Directors, 15 East Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AS, Tel: 01837 55299
Passed away on the 22nd January 2026, aged 81 years. Husband of Jacqueline (deceased), dad of Andrew and Lindsay,and Craig, grandad to Ava and Erin Mae. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on Monday 16th February 2026 at 10am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired can be made in Mick’s memory to Children’s Heart Federation at the service by retiring collection, online at www.rpbfunerals.com or c/o L. Clarke & Sons 1 Caen Shopping Precinct Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526
On Wednesday 28th January 2026, Jennifer aged 83 years of Bude, passed away peacefully at North Devon District Hospital. Beloved and devoted wife of Russell (deceased). Much loved mum of David and Sarah (deceased). Loved grandma of Oliver, Jessica, Cameron and Bradley. Jennifer will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. A private cremation will be held. Nick Jago and David Michael Funeral Directors, Wedlake Funeral Home, 2 Higher Bugle, St Austell PL26 8PY. Tel: 01726 850216
(Reg) Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 26th January 2026 at Derriford Hospital. Aged 87 years. Of Plymouth. Formerly of Bennacott Lake, Boyton, Launceston. Devoted Husband of Sylvia for 62 years. Dearest Dad of Paul and Claire. Father-in-law of Isabelle and Mike. Dearly loved Granfer of Elliott, Aelwen and Esme. Dear Brother of Marion, and Monica (sadly deceased). Funeral service will be held at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall on Friday 6th March 2026 at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Action for Children may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson St Judes, PL4 8PJ Tel: 01752 665438
At home on the 10th January 2026. Tegwyn aged 85 years. Much loved Husband of the late Iris, loving Dad of Rhodri and Sue, and a loving Dycu of Oliver. He will be greatly missed by all family, friends and those within the church community. Funeral Mass at St Mary Steps on Wednesday 25th February at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) by retiring collection, sent to LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HH or online via our website www.leroyfunerals.co.uk
(Phil) On Wednesday 21st January 2026, Phil, of Lipson, Plymouth, peacefully passed away at Trenant House Care Home, aged 82 years. Phil worked in the insurance industry in Plymouth for many years before retirement due to ill health and was an avid Plymouth Argyle statistician and supporter. Much loved brother to Christine (deceased), Dick (deceased), Jude and Mark, brother-in-law to Roger (deceased), Sue and Anita and uncle to Michael, Katie, David, James, Ryan and Alice. He will be sadly missed by family, friends and ex-colleagues. Funeral service to be held at Tamar Valley Crematorium, PL6 7BQ on Thursday 12th February 2026 at 12 noon and afterwards for refreshments at Plymouth Argyle Far Post Club. Family flowers only. Donations by means of retiring collection to Crohn’s and Colitis UK. Enquiries to: Knapman Family Independent Funeral Directors 20 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, PL4 7AA 01752 603552 info@knapmanfamilyltd.co.uk
(Izzy) Passed away at the North Devon Hospice on 24th January 2026, aged 66 years. A very dear wife to Paul, mother to Jonny and Lizzie, mother-in-law to Jordan and a very special nanny to Maya and Rio. She is deeply missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service to take place at the Parish Church of St Mary, Appledore on Friday 13th February, 12.00 noon. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if you wish, for the North Devon Hospice at the Service or c/o W S Gayton & Son Ltd, Pickett Meadow, Old School Lane, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3UP.
It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Jane, at home on 23rd January 2026. Beloved and loving wife of Hugh, a very dear Mum to Kate and Lyndsey and Lyndsey’s husband Simon, a treasured Nana to Lily and Alfie and a special sister and Aunty. For funeral Service arrangements please contact W S Gayton & Son Ltd, Pickett Meadow, Old School Lane, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3UP, telephone number 01271 342196. Floral tributes if you wish, or donations may be given for Barnstaple Dialysis Unit and British Heart Foundation at the Service or c/o the Funeral Director.
Passed away peacefully on 27th January 2026 at Cary Lodge Care Home aged 89. Much loved mum, gran, great grandma and sister. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A celebration of her life will take place at Torquay Crematorium on Tuesday 10th February at 3.30pm. Family flowers only by request. All enquiries to K. J. Lack Family Funeral Service, 153 St Marychurch Road, Torquay TQ1 3HW Tel: 01830 313200 K.J. Lack Family Funeral Service. 153 St Marychurch Road, Plainmoor, Torquay. TQ1 3HW Tel: 01803 313200
(Ade) After a short but courageous battle, Ade, aged 66 years, passed away peacefully at home in Exeter on Wednesday 28th January 2026 – the same street in which he was born. A much-loved husband, dad and grandad, he will be deeply missed by all his family, his many friends from rugby, darts and fishing, and by former colleagues from Royal Mail and Devon General. Funeral service to be held at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium, St Peter’s Chapel, on Thursday 5th March at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for St Petrock’s, Exeter – a charity Ade supported for many years through food and clothing donations, this can be done by retiring collection, sent to LeRoy Funerals, 10 Alphington Road, Exeter Ex2 8HH or online via our website www.leroyfunerals.co.uk
On 26th January 2026 John, (formerly of Manchester) passed away peacefully in Devon. Dear companion of Aileen, devoted father of Kestrel and a dearly loved brother, uncle and friend. John will always be fondly remembered by his friends for his joie de vivre and his great love of music. At John’s request there will be no funeral but a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. For further information please contact Mary Ellis on 07857511571.
On 23rd January 2026, Jean, peacefully passed away at Mount Gould Hospital. She is now reunited with her husband Douglas Albert Litton and eldest son Martin. Devoted partner of 22 years to Dennis. Loving Mum to Martin, Deborah and Richard. Mum-in-law to Paddy and Geraldine. Nan to Maria, Colette, Victoria and Matthew. Great Nanny to Mabel. Will be missed beyond measure by all her family. “The song is ended but the melody lingers on” (Irving Berlin) Funeral service will take place at The Park Crematorium Ceremony Room 1 on Monday 16th February at 10:00 am. Celebration of life will take place at Boringdon Park Golf Club. All are welcome. Flowers to Co-op Funeral Directors, Exeter St, Plymouth, or if preferred donations to The Royal British Legion. Charity no 219279
Those we feel have left us Are never truly gone For in our hearts And in our minds Their memory lives on. Thank you for 22 wonderful and happy years together. I will never forget you. Goodnight and sleep well Darling God bless you Dennis xxxx
(Red) Passed away at Escan Manor on 27th January 2026 aged 98 years. Beloved husband of Betty and loving Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. Many thanks to all the staff at Escan Manor for all the loving care Red received while he was resident there. Funeral Service Friday 13th February Exeter Crematorium 1.00pm St Paul’s Chapel. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Hospiscare by retiring collection or c/o M. Sillifant & Sons. 19-20 Holloway Street, Exeter. EX2 4JD or online at https://sillifantandsons.co.uk
Passed away 16th January, aged 76. Now reunited with her beloved husband Stuart. Adored and wonderful Mum to Kate, Brett and Clare. Special Granny to Millie, Cali and Marshall. Loving sister and dear friend to many. Funeral to be held at Exeter and Devon Crematorium on Thursday 12th February at 2:30pm. Bright clothing preferred and family flowers only please. Donations if desired are for the RNIB c/o J H Sprys Tel: 01566 783280
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, the 18th of January 2026 aged 57 years. Much loved son of Malcolm and Margaret. Adored husband of Katherine, proud and devoted dad of James and Mollie, Gregory and Calum. Amazing stepdad of Olivia and Lewis. Loving brother of Julie and Mark. Ian will be sadly missed by all his family and his dear friends, and will be forever in our hearts. Funeral Service to be held at the Exeter and Devon Crematorium, St Peter’s Chapel, on Friday 13th February at 3.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations to: SMILE and British Heart Foundation. Donations by retiring collection or online at: shoobridgefunerals.co.uk (Follow the donations link to see Ian’s tribute page) Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Paul Shoobridge, Shoobridge Funerals Services.
(Chris) Formerly residing in Barnstaple. Passed away peacefully at Hospiscare, Exeter on January 26th 2026, aged 83 years, following a long illness. Christine be greatly missed by her family and friends. Private Funeral Service followed by the interment at Fremington Parish Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to Hospiscare c/o W.S. Gayton & Son Ltd, Pickett Meadow, Old School Lane, Fremington, Barnstaple EX31 3UP Tel 01271 342196.
Passed away suddenly (Accident) aged 47 years. Much loved son of Maggie and dad of Callum, also dad of Jodie (deceased ) loving nephew of Diane, Ralph, Tommy and Eileen. Rest now my son, see you, your hurting mum, xxxx Funeral service on Thursday the 12th February at The Park Crematorium Room One at 1pm. Family flowers only, Donations in memory of Danny are for the charity Harbour Centre Plymouth and may be left online or on the day as a retiring collection. Enquiries to Wyatt Brothers 5-7 Durnford Street Plymouth PL1 3QJ Tel: 01752 600437
Stuart sadly passed away on the 11th January 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Funeral to be held at the Park Crematorium at Ceremony Suite 1, at 12.00 noon on 20th February. Family flowers only, donations if desired to R.N.L.I. (Plymouth Branch) The family have requested black optional, but colour preferred. Any enquiries to Plymouth & District Funeral Services, Tel. 01752 407100
Our beloved Joyce passed away peacefully on the 19th January, aged 100 years. She was strong, selfless and always the one our family turned to for comfort and support, being the heart and backbone. Her kindness, wisdom and love has shaped generations of our family and will continue to do so. Now reunited with her husband Bill, and daughter Kay. Forever loved, always missed and carried in our hearts. We love you. Rest easy Mum/Nan x
17 September 1936 – 24 January 2026. Beloved wife of Allen; mother to Heather and Nikki. The long day closes, the journey is done. Private Cremation.
(aka Sam Cray) Stewart Monkhouse, director, actor, writer, and more, husband to Roy Perring, died 21st January 2026. Funeral Service Friday 13th February 2026 at the Park Crematorium Plymouth, Room 2 at 2.30pm. Family flowers only donations St Luke’s Hospice
Passed away peacefully at Torbay Hospital on 31st January 2026 aged 85 years. Devoted wife to Stanley. Loving mum to Debi & Martin, Darren & Susie, Andy & Sara. A cherished ‘Granny Beryl’ to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Beryl will be very sadly missed by all her family, many friends and all the staff at Inter-Line. The Funeral Service will be held at Churston Parish Church on Wednesday 18th February 2026 at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations welcomed for The Alzheimer’s Society may be made online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent to: Elaine Harrison Funeral Director at Stockman and Loram 7 Churston Broadway, Paignton TQ4 6LE
(Stan) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, Stan Morley, who died on Friday 30th January at the age of 82. He was a loving father, husband, uncle, grandfather, and friend whose infectious joy, humour and generosity will be missed and lovingly remembered by many. His funeral will be held at Stockman and Loram Service Chapel, Brixham, at 2:30pm on Tuesday 10th February. The service will be followed by a celebration of life at The Bell Inn, 108 Drew Street, TQ5 9JY at 3:30pm. Stan’s many friends are warmly welcomed. We thank the team at Cornerways Residential Home for their support and kind care through his illness. Donations in memory of Stan for the Alzheimer’s Society may be given online to include Gift Aid at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or sent care of Kim Palmer Funeral Director, Stockman and Loram Funeral Service, 19 Holwell Road, Brixham, TQ5 9NE. 01803 882385
(née Cutcliffe) 1st January 1919 to 14th January 2026 Beloved daughter of Frances and Stanley, wife of Hugh, Mum to Shaun and Claire, Grandma to Robert and Eleanor, Great-Grandma to Edward, Alex, Finn and Otto, sister to Derrick, and Auntie Joey to her nieces, nephews and their children. A kind and caring friend and confidante, with a deep Christian faith. Teacher, pianist, actress, poet, and lover of Ilfracombe, of Devon and the sea. A zest for life into her 108th year. Thanksgiving and Funeral Service at St James’ Church, Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter, on 20th February at 11.00. Joan asked that attendees wear bright colours. Family flowers only. Donations in Joan’s memory, if desired, to Action for M.E. LeRoy Funeral Directors, 10 Alphington Road, Exeter, EX2 8HH, 01392 255535, www.leroyfunerals.co.uk
Peacefully passed away on 7th January 2026 at Mount Gould Hospital aged 88 years. Formerly of Glenholt, Plymouth Dearly loved Husband of Susan Father of Hannah & Rachel Father in-law of Paul & Ian Grampy of Elliott Funeral service will be held at St. Mary the Virgin, Bickleigh on Wednesday 11th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for British Heart Foundation or Jeremiah’s Journey may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson St Judes, PL4 8PJ Tel: 01752 665438
(nee Winzer) Passed away peacefully on 22nd January 2026 after a short illness. Will be sadly missed by her sister Angela, and auntie to Darran, Charmaine and boys, Richard and Alex. No funeral service, direct cremation only. A celebration of life service will be scheduled at a later date.
Christine Winifred Richards passed away on 27th January 2026 aged 77. Christine was a loving Wife to Gareth, a Treasured Mum to Ian and Christopher, Cherished Nanny to Harry, Sam, Daisy and Wilf. Christine will be deeply missed by all who knew and Loved her. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. The family would warmly invite you to a service of Thanksgiving for Christine at St Budeaux Baptist Church on Monday 23rd February at 2.00pm. Donations in memory of Christine can be made using the following link for Starlight https://christine-richards-1948-2026 .muchloved.com/ All enquiries to Southwest Funeral Care, 333 Southway Centre, Plymouth, PL6 6QR, Tel 01752 651020.
Passed away peacefully on 18th January 2026, aged 92 years. Bill will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Stockman and Loram Service Chapel 19 Holwell Road, Brixham TQ5 9NE on Tuesday 10th February 2026 at 12 noon. Family flowers only, Donations welcomed for The Stroke Association many be made online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent to:- Elaine Harrison, Funeral Director at Stockman and Loram 7 Churston Broadway, Paignton TQ4 6LE. Tel: 01803 843710
Passed away peacefully at Derriford Hospital on Wednesday 28th January 2026. Much loved husband of Margaret, devoted dad to Sean and Beverly and father-in-law to Steve. Wonderful grandfather to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A very much-loved man and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral on Tuesday 10th February, 1.30 pm at The Park Crematorium, Room 2. Donations if desired to the Plymouth Dialysis Unit Enquiries to James Brothers Funeral Directors, Leeds House Colebrook Road, Plympton PL7 4AA Tel: 01752 881419
(Hatfield Nee Smith) (Val) Passed away gently and peacefully on Thursday, 22nd January at Sundial Care Home, Sidmouth. Reunited with her beloved Dave. Loved mum to Clare, Steve and Claire, grandma to Harry. Val will be sadly missed by all her family and friends who loved her dearly. The celebration of Val’s life will be held at Torquay Crematorium on Monday, 9th February at 2.30 pm. Family flowers only by request, donations (if desired) for The George Hatfield Theatrical Arts Foundation by retiring collection or may be sent to Christophers’ Family Funerals, Homelands Hall, Jetty Marsh Road, Newton Abbot TQ12 2SL The family kindly request that attendees feel free to wear bright colours in celebration of Val’s life.
(Tony) Passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on 22nd January 2026 aged 86. Loving husband of Jeanette, dear dad of Jeremy (dec’d) and Helen and grandad to Joseph and Imogen. Private funeral as per his wishes. ‘Reunited’
Aged 94 years of Botelet. Passed away peacefully on 21st January 2026 Beloved wife of David (dec’d), mother of Julie (dec’d) and Richard, grandmother of Cyra, Otto and Nell. Funeral service to take place at Connon Chapel on Monday 16th February at 11am. Family flowers only please. Retiring collection in aid of Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust and Cancer Research UK or via www.ugaldeaandson.co.uk
(Nee GWILLIAM) Passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness. Devoted wife to Mike Daughter to Winifred Gwilliam (deceased). Funeral service to be held at Tamer Valley Crematorium on Tuesday 10th February 13:00. Floral contribution if desired to be delivered direct to funeral directors Donations in loving memory to the Asthma and Lung UK and Woodside Animal Welfare Trust. Coop FuneralCare 72 Victoria Road St Budeaux PL51RF 01752 362222
Sophie passed away on Monday 26th January 2026 aged 43 years. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service at Exeter & Devon Crematorium on Friday 27th February 2026 at 11:30 am in St Peter’s Chapel. No flowers please. Donations if desired for ELF may be left by retiring collection, sent to LeRoy Funerals, 10 Alphington Road, Exeter, EX2 8HH or online through this post.
Cedric, aged 93 years of Rosenannon, St Wenn, formerly Tregony and St Ives, passed away peacefully at home on 24th January 2026. He was a beloved husband to Ethel, a much loved father to Cedric and Brenda, grandfather to Gavin, Ian, Sean, Sophie, Jade and Heidi and a much loved great grandfather. He will be greatly missed. A service to celebrate Cedric’s life will take place at St Wenn Church on Saturday 21st February at 11.00 am. Family flowers only, donations, if desired would be gratefully received for Marie Curie and can be made online via the Memory Giving website, by retiring collection or sent c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626. Cheques made payable to ‘R. J. Bray Donation Account’, please.
(Chris) Chris sadly but peacefully passed away at home on Sunday 11th January in the presence of his loving partner Zoe-Anne. Funeral 3pm, Friday 6th February at Barnstaple Crematorium. All welcome who knew Chris. All donations to be made to the British Heart Foundation.
Peacefully on 24th January, 2026 after a short illness, Tony aged 80 years of St Neot. Beloved husband of Margaret, dad of Georgina and Amy, and grandpa of Aaron, Florence, Jed and Rufus. Funeral service to be held at St Neot Church on Monday 16th February at 2.15pm. In lieu of flowers, donations warmly welcomed for St Neot Church Window Appeal in Tony’s memory, by way of retiring collection (cheques payable to St Neot PCC) or via www.ugaldeandson.co.uk
Mervyn passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday 12th January 2026, aged 76 years. Merv will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at East Devon Crematorium on Wednesday 18th February 2026 at 10:00am. Donations if desired for Marie Curie, may be given by retiring collection, sent to, LeRoy Funerals 298 Topsham Road Exeter EX2 6HG or online via this notice.
Passed away peacefully at Tyspane Nursing Home, on the 18th January 2026, aged 91 years. Formerly of Norah Bellot Court, Barnstaple. The funeral service will take place at the North Devon Crematorium on Friday 13th February 2026, at 10:45am. Donations, if desired, can be made to Norah Bellot Court – Residents Fund, by retiring collection, online at www.rpbfunerals.com or c/o R P Byrom & Son 1 Rolle Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1JN 01271 320490
Passed away peacefully at Torbay Hospital on Thursday 8th January 2026, aged 90 years. Devoted Husband to Jan. Beloved Husband to the late Cecelia. Funeral service to be held at Torquay Crematorium on Thursday 12th February 2026 at 3:30pm. Donations, if desired, in memory of Roger to Blind Veterans UK and Rowcroft Hospice by retiring collection. Parkers Family Funeral Directors Great Western House 9 Devon Square Newton Abbot TQ12 2HN 01626 437001
(Marsh) Sadly passed away on the 19th January 2026 Mum you never got over losing dad, May you both walk hand in hand once again. Thank you for everything you have taught us , Thank you for the love you gave us, Thank you for the love you showed your grandchildren. We all love you, may you rest in peace. Funeral to take place at the Park Crematorium, 11th Feburary 2026 at 11am. Family flowers only Donations to the British heart foundation.
(Rose) Aged 83 years, of St Neot. Passed away peacefully on 22nd January 2026. Beloved wife of Ged (dec’d), loving mum of Ian and Debbie and much loved grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service will take place at St Neot Parish Church on Monday 9th February at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Alzheimer’s Research UK by way of retiring collection or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent c/o Ugalde and Son Funeral Directors, Trelawney House, Heathlands Road, Liskeard.
Passed away unexpectedly surrounded by family on 18th January 2026 at home, aged 48 years. Devoted wife to Darran Dearly loved mother to Danielle, Connor and Ella-Louise and mother in-law to Simon Treasured grandmother to Cohen and River Also a dear sister, auntie, daughter, daughter-in-law, niece and friend, Now with her dad and granddaughter Funeral service to be held at The Park Crematorium on Friday 13th February at 9am. Please wear an item of colourful clothing Donations, if so desired, will be greatly received for the Mustard Tree in Plymouth, however additionally people may also send floral tributes to Co-op Funeralcare Plymstock or bring with you on the day. Co-op Funeralcare Plymstock Plymouth PL9 7BN Tel:01752 482900
In Memoriams
3rd February 2013. Will always be loved and remembered. Your loving Wife Christine xxx
Remembering you today and always. We love and miss you so much. Alan you will never be forgotten xxx 3rd February 2013 we lost you … Loved Forever x Mum, Ryan, Krystal, Calum, Kaitlin, Andy, Dad, Alex, family and friends x
Acknowledgements
Pearl would like to thank the family and friends who attended Merv’s funeral on 20th January 2026 and for the cards, flowers and kind donations to Cancer Research. Thank you to Emma Kendall for a lovely service and the Co-op Funeralcare for their care and support. A special thank you to the wonderful nurses of Livewell Southwest and the carers of Tamer Home Care for their care and dedication shown to Merv.
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