Hereford Times death notices, published April 1

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ARKELL John

Of Presteigne. Peacefully at Llandrindod Wells Hospital on 23rd March, 2021, aged 83 years. Much loved and greatly missed by all his Family and Friends. Private funeral at Heredford Crematorium on Wednesday 14th April. Family flowers only. Donations if desired Knighton District Nurses and Llandrindod Wells League of Friends. Enquiries to Geoff Hall Funerals, Knighton 01547528554

BALLINGER Gordon Rex (Known as Rex)

Passed away peacefully on 2nd March 2021, aged 93. Beloved Husband of Wife Joan and Father to Stephen, Adrian and Sarah and Grandsons Daniel, Christopher and Max. He will be much missed by his Family and Friends.

BAYLISS (nee Morris) Barbara Mary

Formerly of Little Cowarne. Passed away suddenly at Waverley House, Leominster on March 20th 2021, aged 94 years. Loving Wife of the late Ken, a much loved Mum to Anne, a dear Mother in Law, Nan and Great Nan. Loved and missed by all her family and friends. Due to the current restrictions, a private Funeral Service will take place at St. Guthlac’s Church, Little Cowarne on Wednesday, April 7th. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for St. Guthlac’s Church, Little Cowarne (please make any cheques payable to Little Cowarne PCC). For further enquiries, please contact Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard, HR7 4AH (01885 489900).

BENNETT Paul Joseph

Sadly passed away on 21st March 2021, aged 74 years, Will be greatly missed by Family and Friends. A private Funeral Service will take place on Friday 9th April. Family flowers only. Donations if desired will benefit St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to S A Evans, telephone: 01432 273736.

BETHELL Trevor

Sadly passed away after short illness at Hazlehurst Nursing Home on 19th March 2021 aged 89. Much loved Dad, Grandad, Brother, Father in law and a dear friend to many. Private family service at St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Stretton Sugwas on Wednesday 14th April 2021 at 11am. Anyone wishing to show their respects are welcome to line the road at Stretton Sugwas from 10:40am as the hearse will be driving passed. Family flowers only. Donations to St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Stretton Sugwas. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066.

EDWARDS Tim

Of Madley Formerly of Lion Garage, Madley Tim passed away peacefully at home on 24th March 2021 with his family by his side. Devoted husband to Marianna (Nana), and a much cherished father to Hayley, Matthew, and Andrew. An inspirational Gramps to Ella, Tommy, Lydia, Billy, Mikey, and Helen. A Loving Brother, Uncle and Brother-in-Law. Tim was a much loved member of the community, Madley Parish Councillor for 32 years, One of the founders of Madley Recreational Ground and a friend to many. The Funeral Service will take place on Saturday 10th April 2021 at 11am at St Mary’s Church, Madley. Due to current circumstances, the Church service will be private, but anyone wishing to pay their final respects are asked to do so when the hearse arrives at the church at 10:50am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired will be given to Madley Parish Hall and St Mary’s Church, Madley. For further information please contact A.W. Hughes & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Kington: 01544 370217

GOODWIN George

Of Abbotsway Pinsley Road, died peacefully on 19th March 2021 after a long illness, aged 82 years. Devoted husband of Olive. Special Dad to Angela, Ruth and Andrew. Father-in-law to Peter, Musti and Julie. Grandad and Great Grandad to eight. A private burial for family only, with a thanksgiving service at a later date. The family wish to express their sincere thanks to all at West Eaton Nursing Home for their care and support. Donations if desired to Ivington Church.

HODNETT Basil Gordon

Passed away on 24th March 2021 aged 80 years. Loving Husband of Beryl. A dear Father of Edward, Father-in-Law of Naomi, and Grandfather of Charlotte, Elliott, Emily and Lilly. Private family funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations if desired to the Wye Valley NHS Trust. Donations may be made online via basilhodnett.muchloved.com Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

HORRIGAN Patricia Jean

Of Bodenham. Passed away peacefully at the County Hospital on March 12th 2021 aged 76 years. Loving wife of the late George. Beloved Mother of Christine, David and Catherine. Dearly loved Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Private funeral service will take place on April 6th at Bodenham Church. Family flowers only. Donations to Mothers’ Union. For further enquiries contact RW Mann.

JAMES (nee Morgan-Jones) Margi

Of Crossfoot. Suddenly passed away at home on Thursday, March 18th, 2021. She was the deeply loved wife of Patrick, inspirational mother of Harry and Polly and Granny to Poppy. Many thanks for all the cards and wishes. Private family funeral. Funeral arrangements by C.C. James of Pontithel, Brecon. Donations if desired to Welsh Air Ambulance on 0300 0152 999.

JENKINS Arthur John Richard

Of Court House Farm, Pembridge. Passed away at Hereford County Hospital on Thursday 18th March 2021 aged 94 years. Beloved husband of Dilys, Father to Diana, Elizabeth and Richard. Grandfather to Rebecca, Nigel and John and Great Grandfather to Lilly and Esme. Due to current restrictions a private funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Friday the 9th of April 2021 at 3.45pm. Enquiries to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

JONES Ray

Peacefully on March 26th, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Ellie. Much loved dad of Deb and loving grampy of Phoebe. Due to restrictions a private service to be held. All enquires to Dawe Brothers 01432 274066

KELLY Beatrice Joan (Joan)

Passed away peacefully on March 17th at Hereford hospital, aged 83. Beloved wife of the late Mike and much loved mum to Gavin, Shaun, Tina and Colin. Adored Nan and Great Nan, greatly missed by all the family. A funeral service will take place for the family and close friends on Friday 9th April at 11.15 am at Hereford Crematorium. Family flowers only, but any donations if desired can be made to: St Michael’s Hospice. All enquiries to Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors: 01432 272465

MARSH Gordon

Passed away peacefully at home on 22nd March 2021 aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Beryl, wonderful dad to Howard, Richard and Sarah and loving grandad to James and Noah. Due to the current circumstances a private family cremation will be held at Hereford Crematorium. Family flowers only please but to say thank you for all of their support over the past few months donations to District Nurses are welcomed in memory of Gordon.

MOSES Roger David

Of Bromyard. Passed away at Hereford County Hospital on March 23rd 2021, aged 87 years. Due to the current restrictions, a private funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday, April 6th. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation may be sent to Emma Bouston Funeral Services, 3 New Road, Bromyard HR7 4AH (01885 489900)

OWENS Howard Sparey

Of The Moor Farm, Presteigne Passed away at home on Monday 22nd March 2021, aged 80 years. Much loved husband, father and grandfather The funeral service will take place at Presteigne Baptist Chapel on Wednesday 7th April at 2pm. Due to current circumstances, the funeral will be by invitation only. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, may be given to Presteigne Baptist Chapel and Presteigne & Norton Community Support. For further enquiries, please contact A. W. HUGHES & SON, Funeral Directors Presteigne: 01544 267778 Kington: 01544 370217

PARKINSON Neil Howard Bayliss

1954 - 2020 Beloved son of Kathlyn, Loving dad to Chris and Jack, Grandad to Daisy and Lily and brother to Ian and loving father in law to Carol. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. The regulations imposed because of the Coronavirus pandemic means that unfortunately attendance at the Funeral Service is by Invite only. The family offer their Sincerest apologies and appreciate your respect and understanding at this difficult time. Should you wish to pay your respects to Neil you may do so by supporting the family and respecting social distancing outside the grounds of St Kenelm’s Church, Clifton-Upon-Teme on Thursday 8th April at 11.00am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St Kenelm’s Church, Clifton Upon Teme, Worcester. A Memorial Service to Celebrate Neil’s life in a more fitting manner will be arranged when times allow. Enquires to The Co-op Funeralcare, Tel: 01905 22137.

RADNOR Mike

It is with great sadness that we announce the recent passing of Mike Radnor. The funeral to be held in Eardisland Church at 11.15am on Thursday April 15th. Private service due to current government restrictions. All enquiries please to: Victoria Allen Funeral Services, 8 Charlton Rise, Ludlow SY8 1ND. 01584 879035

TEDSTONE Victor John (Vic)

Of Hinton. Sadly, passed away at Hereford County Hospital on March 20th 2021 aged 72 years. Loving Father of Ricky, Emma and Kathy, a proud Grandad to his 10 grandchildren. Loving Brother to Sue and partner to Jenny. Due to the current restrictions a private service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday April 6th at 10.30am, anyone wishing to pay their respects to Vic can do so by either lining Hollybush Walk at approximately 10.00am or the Crematorium grounds. Flowers’s welcome, donations if desired for St Michael’s Hospice may be sent to Shayne Hogg Funeral Services, 72 Whitecross Road, Hereford HR4 0DG Tel 01432 341871.

WESTERLINK (Née Harper) Monica Olwyn

Passed away peacefully on 21st March 2021 aged 90 years. Private family funeral. Donations received in memory of Monica are for Hampton House Care Home.

Enquiries to Dawe Brothers (01432) 274066

WILLIAMS Brian Edward

Passed away peacefully at home in Ledbury. On March 18th 2021. Aged 84 years. Much loved Husband to Glenys. Loving Dad to Lorna, Mike, Ali, Darron, Ben and Jonty, and the late Ian. Adored G-Dad and Great Grandad Due to current restrictions a private service will take place. Family flowers only please and donations will be received for St Michael’s Hospice. For further information please contact Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors, 17-19 Cotterell Street, Hereford, HR4 0HH. TEL : 01432 272465