PERCIVAL Anthony ‘Tony’ Former Royal Mail Worker, Worcester. Passed away suddenly on 6th March 2021, aged 88 years. A loving Husband to Jean. Wonderful Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad and Brother, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Due to Covid-19 restrictions a private funeral service, will take …
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