A "loving mum and beloved wife" is among those being remembered in the latest Cornwall funeral and death notices. Pauline Mummery from St Austell died last month at the age of 67, her family said.
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Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week:
Horace 'John' Mill
On 24th April 2024, aged 85 years, passed away peacefully at Trelana Nursing Home, Poughill, Bude. Loving husband of Ruth, dear dad to Patrick & Lucy, Robert & Rachel, much loved grandad to Charlotte & Sam, Oliver & Lottie, Gemma & Tom, Bethany & John and George.
Private burial. A Thanksgiving Service will be held at Whitstone Methodist Church, on Monday 20th May at 2:30pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of John for 'Whitstone Cancer Research' or 'Whitstone Methodist Church' by retiring collection or c/o Denise Wellington Funeral Services, Thornelea, St. Anne's Hill, Bude. EX23 0LT.
Jennifer Elizabeth Miller
Beloved mother to Martyn & John, grandmother & great-grandmother; died peacefully, aged 84, on 19th April 2024, at home in Saltash. Funeral will be held at Weston Mill Crematorium, Plymouth at 11:30am on 10th May 2024.
Mourners requested to wear bright colours. Donations in lieu of flowers for St Luke's Hospice. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Saltash 01752 303165.
Philip Robin Bsc (Hons) (Robin) Mogridge
It is with great sadness that we announce Robin passed away peacefully on the 14th April 2024, aged 82 years. Much loved husband, dad, Grampy and friend to all who knew him. A unique person who will be missed greatly by all his family and friends.
The funeral service will take place at St Peter's Church, Ugborough on Thursday 16th May 2024 at 12:30. Family flowers only, donations if desired can be made by retiring collection in aid of of St Luke's Hospice and Devon Air Ambulance https://philipmogridge.muchloved.com All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Ivybridge 01752 690890
David Norman Newman (Dave) Morey
On Thursday 25th April 2024 after a short illness at RCH Treliske, Truro, Dave aged 86 years of Cubert, Newquay. Beloved husband to Sheila (deceased), brother to Owen, father to Adrian and Nigel (deceased), and grandfather to Bethany.
Funeral service to be held on Friday 10th May 2024 at 1:30pm in the Kernow Chapel, Penmount Crematorium, Truro. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu made payable to Cornwall Air Ambulance. David’s request for his funeral was for bright colours to be worn (no black) in the celebration of his fulfilled life.
Pauline Mummery
Passed away peacefully on 20th April 2024 at Treliske Hospital, Pauline Alison, aged 67 years of St Austell. Beloved wife of the late Bruce, loving mum of Roxane and Hannah. Funeral service to be held at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin on Wednesday 8th May at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Macmillan Cancer Support c/o Paul Bourton Funeral Service, 37-41 Truro Road, St Austell PL25 5JE Tel: 01726 65727 or by retiring collection at the service.
Geoff Norman
Died on 17th April 2024 at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital, with his family by his side. Much loved husband of Jenny and father of Matt. He will be much missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at Beer Cross Woodland Burials, Okehampton, on Thursday 9th May at 12noon. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are for the American Indian College Fund, by retiring collection, or sent c/o Albery & Redstone Funeral Directors 15 East Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AS, 01837 55299, or via their website www.okehamptonfunerals.co.uk
Barbara Angela Pacey
Barbara, of Perranporth, passed away peacefully, at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, on Sunday 21st April 2024, aged 79 years. Barbara, much loved Mum to Adrian and Nigel, beloved sister of Gillian, David and Roy. Funeral Service at: Penmount Crematorium (Trelawny Chapel) on Friday 17th May at 2.00pm.
No flowers please, by request but donations welcomed, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, by retiring collection or direct to the charity. Any enquiries to the Funeral Director, Richard Putt, Bernard Williams and Son, "Carriage House," 1 Mount Ambrose, Redruth, TR15 1NX Telephone: 01209 315060.
Sheila Margaret Palmer
Passed away peacefully on the 18th April 2024 at St Austell Community Hospital, aged 80 years. Much loved sister, mum and grandmother. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at St Clement Church, Truro, 11.00am, Wednesday 8th May 2024. Family flowers only.
Donations in memory of Sheila for RSPCA (Cornwall Branch) may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Funeral Director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro, TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021.
Kenneth Charles Pentecost
of Redruth, passed away peacefully at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, aged 87 years. Kenneth, beloved husband of Trudy, much loved dad of Paul and David, a devoted grandad.
Funeral service at Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Friday 10th May at 3.00pm. No flowers please, by request but donations welcomed, in aid of Parkinsons UK, by retiring collection or direct to the charity.
Enquiries to the Funeral Director, Richard Putt at: Bernard Williams and Son, "Carriage House," 1 Mount Ambrose, Redruth, TR15 1NX Telephone: 01209 315060.
Stella Petford
Passed away on Monday 1st April 2024, aged 87 years. Reunited with her late husband James. The funeral service will be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Thursday 9th May at 12.15pm. No flowers please.
Donations if desired in memory of Stella for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or may be sent to Allwood Funeral Service, Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5LF. Tel: 01803 862050.
Donald Pethick
On Tuesday 16th April 2024 peacefully at Treliske Hospital, Don, aged 88 years of Trewoon formerly of St Dennis and St Columb Road. Partner of Patricia, dear father to David and Peter, stepdad to Helen and Clive, a loving grandad of all his grandchildren.
Will family and friends kindly meet for a funeral service at Indian Queens Methodist Church on Thursday 9th May at 11.00am followed by interment at Indian Queens Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations, if so desired, for Cornwall Hospice Care c/o Robert Bunt & Sons Funeral Directors, St. Dennis, St. Austell, PL26 8AB Tel: 01726 822218
Pamela Phillips
On Monday 22nd April 2024 passed away peacefully at Hendra Court Nursing Home, Par. Pamela Phillips, aged 92. Wife of Bedford Phillips (deceased). Sadly missed by all family and friends.
Funeral service at Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Tuesday, 7th May 2024 at 12noon followed by interment at Longstone Cemetery. Gathering at 1.30 St Ives British Legion. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Alzheimer's Society by retiring collection or c/o Paul Sherris Funeral Directors, Bedford Place, St Ives TR26 1SH. Tel no. 01736 795663.
Pamela Mary (Pam) Read
Pam, aged 89 years of Stenalees, passed away peacefully on Monday 29th April 2024 at Royal Cornwall Hospital Treliske, Truro. Loving wife of Alan, loving mum to Carole, Alan, Sandra and Mark. Nanna to Lisa, Aaron, Raegan, Leah, Kieran, Matthew, James and the late Joseph. Great-Nanna to Alex, Tara and Marley. Sister to Brian, Terry (deceased) and Adrian. Pam will be missed by her family and many friends.
Funeral service at St Peter's Church, Treverbyn at 11am on Tuesday 21st May 2024. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, for Versus Arthritis, can be placed in the donation box at the service, made online at wedlakefuneralhome.co.uk/donations or may be sent (cheques made payable to: Versus Arthritis) c/o Nick Jago and David Michael Funeral Directors, Wedlake Funeral Home, 2 Higher Bugle, St Austell PL26 8PY. Tel: 01726 850216 wedlakefuneralhome.co.uk
Glyn Richards
On Tuesday 16th April 2024, suddenly, after a short illness, peacefully at his home, Frederick Glyn, aged 85 years of Newlyn. Sadly missed husband of Edna. Much loved father of Catherine and Glyn and Grandad of Josh, Sam and Eve.
Funeral service to be held at Newlyn Trinity Chapel on Wednesday 15th May at 10.30 a.m. Followed by cremation. Family flowers only but donations if so desired to either Tredavoe Chapel Trust or for the Photographic Archive Morrab Library By retiring collection or may be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The rear of Barwis Terrace Penzance TR18 2AW Tel.01736364062
Len Roach
Passed away peacefully at Derriford Hospital on Tuesday 2nd April 2024, aged 82 years. Loving husband to Mary. Beloved father to Simon and Julian. Grandfather and great grandfather. Will be dearly missed by all.
Funeral service to take place at St Mary's Church, Plympton on Wednesday 8th May at 11.00am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK (Plymouth) may be left online at wcpltd.com All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848.
Christine (Chris) Roberts
Chris, of The Lizard, on Thursday 25th April 2024, sadly and unexpectedly passed away, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Bob, devoted mother of Sandra and Alison, mother-in-law of Larry and the late Jamie, dearest nan of Richard, Sarah and Josh, sister of Doug, Richard, and the late Jane, sister-in-law of Marlene.
Funeral service at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne, on Friday 17th May at 1:00 pm. Family flowers only, but donations in memory of Chris welcomed for the British Heart Foundation and Marie Curie, via this page, by way of a retiring collection, or sent to the funeral directors. R.E Tonkin & Son Lender Lane, Mullion TR12 7HW, 01326 240752 www.retonkin.co.uk
Angela Rowe
Aged 72 years of Lewannick, formerly of Polperro. Passed away at Derriford Hospital on 18th April 2024. Beloved wife of Philip, much loved mum of Nicola and Richard, devoted grandmother and dear sister of Jenny, Carolyn and Christopher.
Funeral service to be held at St Martin Church, Lewannick on Friday 3rd May at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Cancer Research UK by way of retiring collection, cheques made payable to the charity can be sent c/o Ugalde and Son Funeral Directors Trelawney House Heathlands Road Liskeard, PL14 4DH or online at www.ugaldeandson.co.uk
Albert Ivor Sanders
On 22nd April 2024 peacefully at Derriford Hospital aged 80 years of Liskeard, formerly of Bulland Farm. Beloved husband of Lin and a dear step-dad and step-grandad.
Free from sorrow, free from pain I would not wake you to suffer again. I will never forget you and you will live in my heart forever. All my love Lin ad lots of licks from your two best mates Toby and Tina xxx
Funeral service will take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium on Wednesday 15th May at 4.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for The British Heart Foundation or Diabetes 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.
Georgina Anne Doreen Schofield
On Wednesday 13th March 2024, Georgina, aged 82 years, passed away at home in Hayle. Much loved family member of Ron, Dennis, Susan, Sheila, Alicia, Karen and Curtis.
Funeral service on Tuesday 14th May 2024 at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne at 9.30am. No flowers by request, donations if desired for RNLI & Guide Dogs For The Blind may be received at the service. All enquiries to W J Winn Funeral Directors, 69 Fore Street, Hayle. TR27 4DX Tel: 01736 752124.
Alyson Jayne Selby (née Baker)
Peacefully at home, on 20th April 2024, Alyson, aged 62 years of Torpoint, formerly Wadebridge. Beloved wife of Andrew, much loved mum of Samantha, Hannah and Rachel, loving nannie of Oscar, Poppy and Zachary, cherished daughter of Ellis and the late Carol and sister of Gavin.
Funeral service was due to take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday 8th May at 11.30am. Mourners were asked to wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, donations in memory for St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth and Cancer Research UK 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.
Patricia (Pat) Spanswick (Quick)
Pat sadly passed away peacefully at home on Friday 26th April after a brave battle with cancer. There are not enough words to explain what you meant to us all, you were our diamond.
Her funeral will be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Friday 17th May at 12:15. All are welcome to join the family at the funeral and afterwards at Manadon Sports Hub PL5 3FD. Family flowers only please, donations to MacMillan & St Luke's if would like to make a contribution.
Gordon Thomson
On April 7, 2024 Gordon sadly passed away aged 78 years at home, with his family by his side. Widower of Sue and dad to Sorcha and Frazer, father-in-law to Nathan and Virginie and grandfather to Sevaan.
Gordon fought his illness with great strength and dignity and we will all miss him greatly. Gordon wanted to be cremated with no attendance so we have set up a Just Giving Memory page so that donations, if wished, can be made to Gordon’s chosen charity, the RNLI: www.justgiving.com/page/gordon-thomson-1714130492497
We will be holding a small drinks reception locally in the coming weeks to celebrate his life, so please visit this page to stay in the loop on upcoming information. Our family would also love to see any and all memories, photos, and stories you may have.
William Derek Thorne
Derek passed peacefully away at home in Hartland on Tuesday 16th April 2024 aged 88 years. Beloved husband to Greta. Loving dad to Andrew and Dee, Helen and Mark. Much loved by grandchildren, Casey, Gemma and Lisa, Craig and Jamie. Great grandchildren Sophie, William and Caleb.
Funeral service to be held at St.Nectans Church, Stoke, Hartland on Wednesday 1st May 2024 at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired for the Devon Air Ambulance c/o J L Fulford, Funeral Directors, West Street, Hartland EX39 6BQ.
Tracy Ann Tillier
Peacefully at Mount Gould Hospital on 18th April 2024, Tracy, aged 59 years. Loving wife to Tony, dearest mum of Laoni and Antoni and adoring granny to Ronni, Iris, Francesca and Beatrix.
Private cremation service but all are welcome to join the family at Trethorne Golf Club on Wednesday 22nd May at 12.30pm. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Tracy for St Luke's Hospice or M.S.Society can be made at Trethorne or sent to J H Spry & Sons, 28 Holster Yard, Lewdown, Okehampton, Devon. EX20 4BS. Telephone 01566 783280 Please wear something bright.
Madeleine Jane Toms
Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 28 April 2024, aged 75 years. Much loved mum to Mel and Paul and mother-in-law to Simon and Kim. Eternally devoted granny to Megan, Olivia, Isobel and Oliver.
A loyal and brilliant friend to all who knew her. She will be missed beyond all comprehension.
Funeral service will be held at Efford Crematorium on Friday 17 May at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Crownhill, PL6 5DY Tel: 01752 767676
Nicholas Arthur Gerardus Van Den Berg
Unexpectedly on 16th April 2024 at Derriford Hospital, Nick, aged 78 years, of Helston, formerly of Constantine. Much loved husband of Jenny, devoted dad of Samantha, Julian (deceased), Katie and Victoria and a loving grandad of Martha, Zak, James and Millie.
Funeral service Treswithian Downs Crematorium on Tuesday 14th May at 3.00 pm. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK can be made online via the Memory Giving Website, by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.
Peter William James Vian
On April 23rd 2024, peacefully at Mount Edgcumbe Hospice. Peter aged 62 years of Gorran. Loving and devoted husband of Diana. Dearly loved dad of Michelle, Amanda, Elaine and Mark. A dear father-in-law of Scott, Joe, Matt and Bridget.
Beloved grampy of Jake, Emily, Charlie, Oliver, Freddie, Demelza, Jimmy, Roland and George. A very dear brother of Rosemary (deceased), Susan and Philippa. Much loved and respected by his family and friends.
Funeral service, Tuesday 7th May 2024 at 11.30am, St Goran Parish Church, Gorran followed by interment at Gorran Cemetery. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Royal Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Air Ambulance or Cornwall Hospice Care or by the donation box at the service Any enquiries to Personal Choice Funerals Par 01726 815050.
Margaret Lilian Rose Voaden (née Chastey)
Passed away peacefully at home, on Tuesday 23rd April 2024, aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Stephen, much loved mum of Liz, Robert, Judith and Jonathan, mother-in-law of Janet, Robin and Helen, a dear grandmother and great grandmother.
Sadly missed by all who knew her. A special thank you to the Hospiscare nurses for all their love, care and support.
Thanksgiving service will be held at the Parish Church of St Thomas of Canterbury, Northlew, on Friday 24th May at 12noon. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are for Hospiscare at Home Mid Devon, by retiring collection, or sent c/o Albery & Redstone Funeral Directors, 15 East Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AS. 01837 55299.
Bryan Le Gros Waldron
Retired consultant anaesthetist, passed on 20th April 2024 at Gittisham Hill House, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband, father and grandfather he will be missed deeply by his family and many friends.
A funeral service will be held in the East Devon Crematorium, Whimple on Thursday 9th May at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Hospiscare, Devon Air Ambulance Trust or Medecins sans Frontieres may be given by retiring collection, online at www.luxton-funeral.co.uk or c/o Luxton Funeral Service, Ottery St Mary EX11 1BE
Caroline Willco*ck
On 12th April peacefully at her home aged 84 years of St Ive. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth. She will be dearly missed by all her friends. Private service, any donations in memory of Caroline are for the Stroke Association and can be made online at www.ugaldeandson.co.uk or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent c/o Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors, Trelawney House, Heathlands Road, Liskeard, PL14 4DH.
Patricia Anita Williams
On Sunday 14th April 2024 passed away at home, Pat aged 75 years of Penare Gardens, Penzance. Beloved wife of Ross, loving mum of Christina and Lee and devoted gran of Nico. Pat will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at High Street Methodist Church Penzance on Wednesday 15th May at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only, donations for the Cancer Research and the Brooke Donkey Hospital by retiring collection or to the funeral directors David Wakfer Funeral Service Chy-an-Hall Gulval Penzance TR18 3LY.
Rosemary Joyce Woodley
Sadly passed away on 20th April 2024. A wonderful Wife, Mum and Grandma.
Forever in our hearts x x x "The Eternal God is your refuge and his everlasting arms are under you".
Funeral service to be held at Ford Park Cemetery Chapel on Monday 13th May at 11.30 am. All flowers welcome. Donations for the work of SPUC can be made by retiring collection. Enquiries to- Co-op Funeralcare, 61 Exeter Street, Plymouth. PL4 0AH Tel: 01752 303800.
In Memoriams
Pamela (Pam) Phylis Wiles (Gloyn)
(Gloyn) Passed away 30th April 2023 Remembering you is easy. We do it every day, but there is an ache within our hearts that will never go away. Love always Richard and family xx
Birthday Memoriams
Remembering you on your birthday, 5th May. Love from Mad and all your family.
Remembering a much loved husband on his Birthday. Love Pamela x
Acknowledgements
Margaret, Melanie, Ruth, Laura and the family would like to express their sincere thanks to all those who attended Francis's funeral for the many messages and cards received and for the generous donations given to the British Heart Foundation, Hospiscare Royal Free Hospital Amyloidosis Research Fund, Hampstead, London and for St Mary's Church, Whimple.
Grateful thanks also to Reverend Marc Kerslake for leading the service and to Debbie and the team at Luxton Funeral Service for their care and support.
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Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.
