THE following death notices were published in the Hereford Times this week.

DOROTHY MARY BABINGTON Formerly of Rhosgoch Passed away peacefully at Bromyard Hospital on March 4th 2020, aged 84 years. Loving Wife of the late Roy. Much loved Mother and Grandmother. The Funeral Service will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday March 17th at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Bromyard Hospital League of Friends and St Michael’s Hospice. No black clothing please. Funeral arrangements by Oak Tree Funeral Services of the Cemetery Chapel, Leominster, and 6, Castle Close, Eardisley, Tel 01544 327829.

JOYCE BANBURY Of Eardisley. Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1st, 2020, aged 93 years. Loving Mother of Judith and sadly missed by so many. A private Family Service of Committal will be followed by a Service to Celebrate Joyce’s life at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Eardisley at 1 p.m., on Friday, March 20th. Family flowers only, but donations if desired please to the Church Mission Society. Funeral arrangements by Oak Tree Funeral Service of the Cemetery Chapel, Kington and 6 Castle Close, Eardisley. Tel. 01544 327829.

BRENDA BATTY Of Clehonger. Passed away at Hereford County Hospital on February 27th, 2020 aged 83 years. Brenda will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at All Saints Church, Clehonger on Thursday, April 2nd, 2020 at 1.00pm. Donations, if desired, will benefit Clehonger Church & Village Hall. All enquiries to Cathedral Funeral Services, 55 St Owen Street, Hereford HR1 2JQ. Tel: 01432 340777

DONALD WILLIAM BAYNHAM Formerly of Tedstone Delamere and Bromyard. Passed away peacefully at Hereford Hospital surrounded by his family on February 28th 2020. Aged 87 years. Beloved Husband of the late Elsie, much loved Dad to Jennifer, Maggie, Gillian, Denise and Sarah, much loved Grandad and Great Grandad, a much loved Father in Law. The funeral service will take place at St Peter’s Church, Bromyard on Friday, March 20th, at 12 noon, followed by Interment in the Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to be divided between Tedstone Delamere Church Organ Fund and Prostate Cancer Research. Enquiries to A.H. Caldicott & Sons, Funeral Directors, 15, Market Street, Tenbury Wells. WR15 8BH (Tel: 01584 810281)

GEOFFREY WILLIAM BEACH We regret to announce the passing of Geoff, on March 1st, peacefully at home, surrounded by his Family. Aged 78 years. A loving Husband, Dad, Step Dad, Brother, Gramps and Great Grandad. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 23rd, 2020, at Hereford Crematorium, at 12.45 p.m. Dress optional. Family flowers only, donations please for St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers, 01432 274066.

HELEN MARY BRADLEY ‘MARY’ Former Teacher at Coreley Primary School Of Knighton on Teme, formerly of The Waddings Farm. Passed away peacefully in West Eaton Nursing Home, Leominster on March 1st, 2020. Aged 82 years. Beloved Wife of the late Leighton. Loving Mother of David, Sheila and Tim, cherished Nan who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Knighton on Teme Church on Wednesday, March 25th, 2020 at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations received in memory of Mary will be shared with Knighton on Teme Church and Stroke Association. Enquiries to AH Caldicott and Sons, Funeral Directors, 15, Market Street, Tenbury Wells. WR15 8BH Tel. 01584 810281.

NIGEL ELWYN BUFTON Passed away peacefully at home on March 3rd 2020, aged 54 years. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Much loved Husband of Les, Loving Son of Mary and the late Elwyn, Very proud Dad and Grandad. Funeral Service will take place a Hereford Crematorium on Thursday, March 26th, 2020, at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Leominster District Nurses “Please make cheques payable to R.W Mann & Son”. Funeral arrangements carried out by R W Mann & Son, 2-4 New Street, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 8DP Tel: 01568 612 358.

ALAN RICHARD DAVIES With regret we announce the passing of Alan Richard Davies devoted husband of Sylvia and greatly loved father, grandad and brother. A service of celebration for the life of Alan to be held at Clodock Church Longtown. Friday 13th March at 2.00pm The family celebrate his life by wearing a splash of colour and we invite you to join us if you so wish. Family flowers only donations if desired to Longtown Village hall c/o Julian Tooley Funeral Services

LIZZIE DUFFIELD Died peacefully at Ludlow Community Hospital on Wednesday, March 4th, 2020, aged 41 years. Loving Wife of James and adored Mother of Alfie and Charlotte. The Funeral Service will take place at the Church of St Mary, Pembridge at 2.30 p.m., on Saturday, March 14th, followed by Interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired to Cancer Research UK. For ease of parking please use a mini bus shuffle service from The Leen Farm, Pembridge HR6 9HN (from 12.30 p.m). Funeral arrangements by Oak Tree Funeral Services of the Cemetery Chapel, Leominster, and 6, Castle Close, Eardisley. Tel. 01544 327829.

REVEREND DEANNE RONA MAY EVANS married name SNELLING Of Leominster, formerly of Ludlow. Passed away peacefully in Hereford Hospital on March 2nd, 2020, aged 73 years. Beloved Mother of Sarah, Claire and Becky as well as loving Granny of Duncan and Owen. Much loved Minister of Kingsland and Ludlow Methodist Churches. Deanne will be sadly missed by all her Family, Friends, Colleagues and the wider Methodist Connexion. A Service of Thanksgiving will take place at Ludlow Methodist Church on Friday, March 27th at 2.30 p.m. Deanne requested that people wear cheerful colours and come ready to celebrate. Kind donations in lieu of flowers received in Deanne’s memory will be shared between Kingsland Methodist Church, The Downs Syndrome Association and SANDS. All enquiries to: Victoria Allen Funeral Services, 8 Charlton Rise, Ludlow SY8 1ND. Tel. 01584 879035.

GEORGE WILLIAM FEELEY it is with deep sadness we announce that George 82 years young, Passed away peacefully on February 25th, 2020 at Worcester Royal Hospital surrounded by close family. Forever in our hearts.

MARIO FILBRANDT Of Whitecross formerly of Mordiford. Passed away on February 18th, aged 94 years. Beloved Husband of the late Ada. A much loved Dad, Grandad and Great Grandad. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday March 25th 2020 at St Francis Xavier Church at 1pm followed by Burial in Mordiford Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to The Stroke Association and The British Heart Foundation All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

MARGARET ALICE HAWKINS 87 years, of Orchard Cottage, Kinnersley. Passed away peacefully at Hereford Hospital on February 29th, 2020. Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Sister in Law, Cousin, Auntie and Friend. Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, March 14th, 2020, at New Radnor Baptist Chapel at 2 p.m., followed by Internment. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to New Radnor Baptist Chapel Yard Fund and Weobley & Staunton on Wye Surgical Equipment Fund. Funeral arrangements by A W Hughes & Son Funeral Directors Kington: 01544370217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

CHARLES HENRY GEORGE JAMES ‘CHARLIE’ Passed away Sunday, March 1st, at Holmer Manor Care Home, aged 98 years. A loving Father of Rosemary, Nova, Susan, Norman, Pamela and Robert The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 19th, 2020, at Hereford Crematorium, at 9.45 a.m. Family flowers only, donations please for The Stroke Association. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066.

RONALD SIDNEY HAMBIDGE JOHNSON ‘RON’ Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020, with Lin and Kim at his side, aged 86 years. Loving Husband of Lin, much loved Dad of Stephen, Sandra and Brent. A dear Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Great Great Grandfather who will be very sadly missed. The funeral service will take place at St James’ Church, Sevenhampton, Wiltshire SN6 7QA on Monday, March 30th, at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK, may be sent to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 50 High Street, Bromyard, HR7 4AE 01885 489900.

AILEEN JESSIE KENDAL ‘JESSIE’ Passed away peacefully on February 25th, 2020 aged 93 at Hampton Grange Nursing Home, (formerly of Hoarwithy and Birmingham) Much loved Sister of the late Ken, Betty and Bob. Sister in law to Madaline and Jill, Auntie, Great Auntie and Great Great Auntie. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 23rd at St Catherine’s Church, Hoarwithy at 1 pm, followed by Burial in the Churchyard. Flowers welcome, Donations if desired are to benefit St Catherine’s Church. All enquiries to S A Evans, 23-24 Gaol Street, Hereford, HR1 2HU. Telephone: 01432 273726.

GERALD WILLIAM LEWIS (GERRY) Sadly passed away after a short illness at Leominster Community Hospital on February 29th, 2020. Beloved Husband of Marjorie and much missed by his Family. Funeral Service to be held at Hereford Crematorium on March 19th, 2020, at 3 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to British Heart Foundation. Donation box on the day at the service.

ROSEMARY MAYALL Of Lyonshall Passed away on February 18th 2020, aged 70 and will be greatly missed by friends and family. The Thanksgiving Service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Pembridge on Wednesday, March 18th at 1p.m. No flowers please. Donations to The Dogs Trust and St Mary’s Church Pembridge. For further enquiries please contact A W Hughes and Son Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 30217 Presteigne: 01544 267778

LESLIE MOSES Passed away peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice, Hereford, on Wednesday, March 4th, 2020, aged 63 years. Son to Ted Moses and the late Valerie Moses. Devoted Husband to the late Janet Moses. Much loved Father to John, Danny, Edward and Judy Moses. Adored Grandfather to Katie, Sophie, Danny, Tommy, Lilly, Gracie and Ralphie and cherished Brother to Lyn, Jill, Tina, Heather, Andy and Steve. Memorial Service to be held at St Martins Church, Hereford, March 17th, 2020, at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Michael’s Hospice.

PAMELA MARGARET OLIVER 1935 - 2020 Beloved Sister to Marion, much loved Aunt to Jane, Heather and Lorraine and all the Family. Passed away peacefully at Hereford Hospital after a short illness. A Funeral Service is to be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday, March 20th, 2020 at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for St Michael’s Hospice and Hereford Cats Protection League may be sent to Cathedral Funeral Services, 55 St Owen Street, Hereford HR1 2JQ. Tel: 01432 340777.

LINDA MARGARET PONTIN Passed away peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice on March 4th, 2020. Lynne will be sadly missed by her loving Family and all who knew her. Funeral Service to take place at Hereford Crematorium Chapel on Monday, March 23rd at 1.30 p.m., followed by Burial at Hereford Cemetery. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. Tel. 01432 272465.

FREDERICK IVOR PRICE Of Cardiff Fred sadly passed away on February 25th, 2020, aged 75 years, after a long illness bravely fought. A much loved Husband, Father, Father in Law, Grandfather and Brother. He will be missed by all who knew him. The Funeral Service will be held at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium on March 17th, 2020, at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in Fred’s memory, to IPF Research Llandough and Marie Curie.

RUSSELL JOHN PRICE Of Lower Witherstone Farm, Carey, Hereford. Died peacefully, albeit unexpectedly, at Gloucester Royal Hospital on Sunday, March 8th, 2020, aged 53 years. Russell was a devoted Father, well loved Friend and highly respected Farmer and Businessman. Russell will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.

KATHLEEN MARGARET ROBERTS (KAY) Of Pencoyd Grange, St Owens Cross. Passed away peacefully on 1st March 2020. Wonderful wife and best friend of Mike for over 25 years. Much loved step-mother and grandmother. Private burial for family only. A service of thanksgiving for her life will take place at St. David’s Church, Much Dewchurch, on Monday 16th March at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Maggie’s Cancer Caring Trust, may be sent to Bayley Brothers Hereford Ltd, Cotterell St, Hereford.

MALCOLM DAVID SOANES Aged 85 years. Died quickly and peacefully at home on Friday, March 6th after a difficult illness. The Funeral Service will take place at Hereford Crematorium followed by a Celebration of Life at Christian Life Church. 135 Edgar Street, Hereford HR4 9JR. Please telephone the church office for more information 01432 271071 Family flowers only please. Donations for Vennture welcomed.

IRENE SEABORN (nee HOWELLS) Passed away aged 87 on February 24th, 2020. Widow to Doug, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, will be sadly missed. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 20th, 2020 at St Peter’s Church, Wormbridge at 10.30am, followed by cremation. Family flowers only, donations please for Midlands Air Ambulance and St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

JILL SHEARS Aged 74 of Little Hereford. Passed away unexpectedly but very peacefully in her sleep at home on Monday, March 2nd, 2020. Much loved Wife to Pip (Victor), Mother to Vicky, Tom and Rob, Sister to Lynne, Tim and Clare and Nan to Emily, Barneby, Henry, Freddie, Ashley and Alfie. The Funeral Service will be held at Little Hereford Church, Monday, March 16th, 2020 at 2.30pm. Everyone welcome to attend to celebrate her life. Enquiries to A H Caldicott and Sons, Funeral Directors, 15 Market Street, Tenbury Wells. WR15 8BH Tel. 01584 810281.

DEREK RONALD SIRRELL On Tuesday, March 3rd, after a long illness, aged 81 years. Much loved Husband of Margaret, loving Father of Matthew and Robin and Brother of Graham. Funeral Service at Cheltenham Crematorium, Oak Chapel at 11.30 a.m., on Thursday, March 26th. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Alzheimers Society, may be sent c/o Mason & Stokes, 54 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham. GL52 6AH.

DAVID SKYRME Passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28th, 2020, aged 76 years. Beloved Husband of Diane, much loved Father of Alex and Rachel, Father in Law to Ned and Grandad to Abraham. The Funeral Service will take place at Hereford Crematorium, on Friday, March 20th at 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, for Parkinson’s UK. Enquiries to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 50 High Street, Bromyard, HR7 4AE. (01885 489900).

SYLVIA SMALL ‘SYLV’ Passed away peacefully on March 2nd, 2020 aged 88, at Coldwell’s Care Home. Wife of the late David, Loving Mum, Nan and Great Nan Funeral to take place on Wednesday, March 18th, 12:45 pm at Hereford Crematorium Family flowers only please and donations if desired for Alzheimer’s Society. For further information contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH Tel: 01432 272465

JIM STRANG In loving memory of Jim Strang. Passed away on March 3rd, 2020, aged 91 years. Survived by his Wife, Children and their Families. He is with the Lord but those who remain miss him greatly. Funeral Service to take place at Holy Trinity Church, Friday, March 13th, 2020, at 10 a.m. No flowers, but donations if desired to Holy Trinity Church. All enquiries to Dawe Brothers, 01432 340200.

COLIN SYLVESTER GEORGE STRICKLAND Of Pembridge, Formerly of Leominster Passed away at home on February 29th 2020 aged 86 years Loved Husband of Iris. Father of Dawn and Sara. Grandad of Sasha and Curtis Funeral service to be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday, March 27th 2020 at 12noon Family flowers only, donations if desired to R.N.L.I. Enquiries to A.W. Hughes & Son, Funeral Directors, Kington 01544 370217 or Presteigne 01544 267 778

ANTHONY WATHEN (TONY/WAZ) Tony passed peacefully away aged 75 years, on February 23rd, at home. Beloved Husband of Christine (Wathy/Mrs Waz). The Funeral Service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday, March 19th, at 10.30 a.m. No flowers by request. If desired, donations in his memory gratefully accepted for Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Herefordshire Chest Fund. No black clothing, please wear bright colours, Liverpool FC shirts/scarves, or uniforms.

DOUGLAS ALAN WEST Sadly passed away on Saturday, February 29th 2020, peacefully at home at Cotton Corner, Bosbury, aged 83 years. Beloved Husband to the late Mary Lillian West. Loving Father to Carolann and Alan, Grandfather to Kate, Emily, Jack, Henry, Gus and Dulcie, Great Grandfather to Jacob. Funeral service to be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday, March 19th at 12.00noon. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, for St. Michael’s Hospice. Any enquiries please to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 50 High Street, Bromyard HR7 4AE (01885 489900).

EILEEN WILLIAMS (NEE SODEN) Sadly passed away at home near Leominster on March 1st 2020 aged 72 years. Beloved Wife of Dave, loving Mother of Shane, Darren, Wayne, Darrell, Martin and Kelly. She will be sadly missed by all that knew and loved her. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday March 24th at 1.30pm. Flowers welcome or donations if desired for St Michaels’ Hospice may be left in the donation box at the service. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare, 17 Drapers Lane, Leominster. HR6 8ND (01568) 612225

RALPH WINDLE Passed away suddenly at home on February 25th 2020, aged 78 years. Ralph will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service to be held at Hereford Crematorium, on Thursday, March 19th, 2020, at 3:45 p.m. Donations will be received in lieu of flowers for Cancer Research. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford HR4 0HH. Tel: 01432 272465.