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MOTHER’S DAY
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!! JANET PISTASZCZUK
Have a lovely day Love you Lots Sharon, Graeme, Mark, Lorraine and the girls x x x
IN MEMORIAM
EVELEIGH, HELEN MARGARET
Treasured memories of the dearest wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, daughter in law, and a special friend to many, who sadly passed away 21st March 2020. For ever in our hearts and will never be forgotten. ROY PIKE OF TODBER, would like to thank the paramedics from Dorchester and all the doctors nurses and surgeons at both Dorchester and Southampton hospitals for all their care during his recent stay
DEATHS
SIMON JAMES TAYLOR
Aged 58 years of Castle Cary, previously from Mappowder. Passed away unexpectedly on the 1st March 2021. Due to current restrictions a private funeral will take place.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
VERA HARRINGTON and family would like to thank everyone for all the kind words, love and support during this sad time after the loss of Philip. Thank you also to Merefield and Henstridge and Reverend Graham Southgate for the funeral at a difficult time with the current restrictions. Lastly, thank you for the kind donations collected for Weldmar Hospicecare
GERALD HUNT 1929 – 2021
The family of the late Gerald Hunt would like to thank relatives and friends for the many cards, flowers and condolences received on the recent passing of Gerald. Grateful thanks to Bracher Bros and Rev Tim Heaton for their professional service. Please accept this as our personal message of thanks.
DEATHS
MABEL JEAN SWANTON (JEAN)
On 7th March 2021, suddenly but peacefully at home aged 96 years of Guys Marsh. A much loved wife to the late Jack, a loving mother to Bob, a totally amazing and adored nan and great nan and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Private family service – due to covid restrictions only limited mourners are able to attend. For those who wish to watch the service on Friday 26th March at 12 noon via zoom the link is as follows: https://view.wessexlive.tv/ jean-swanton-26-03-2021. Donations, if desired, to The Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance or The Dorset Cancer Care Foundation may be sent to Merefield & Henstridge, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset. SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532 MARJORIE PATRICIA WATTRIDGE known as 'Pat'
Passed away peacefully on March 1st 2021 at The Hayes, Sherborne aged 95yrs. Previously of Stour Provost and Stalbridge. A much loved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Family funeral service to be held at Stour Provost church. To make an online donation in memory of Pat please visit her Tribute site at: funeralcare.co.uk/tributes-and-donations or send a cheque made payable to: Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance c/o Co-operative Funeralcare, Greenacre House, Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, SP7 8BS, Tel: 01747 858968.
STOPFORD WINIFRED MARY (Mary)
Peacefully at home in Sedgehill on 26th February 2021, just two days before her 100th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Much loved mother of Shirley and Dave, loving grandmother to Darren, Lucinda and Georgie. Also loved dearly by her five wonderful great grandchildren. Private interment due to restrictions. Donations if desired in memory of Mary, may be sent directly to STARS APPEAL, Salisbury District Hospital, Odstock Road SP2 8BJ.
PETER WILLIAM EVANS
Passed away peacefully on 22nd February 2021 aged 88 years. Reunited with his wife Audrey. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, 23rd March at Yeovil Crematorium. Please note, attendance of funeral services has been restricted. If you wish to attend, please contact the Co-operative Funeralcare, Shaftesbury before attending on: 01747 858968. Please do not send flowers. If desired, donations in memory of Peter can be made for The National Trust at funeralcare.co.uk/tributes-and-donations
REMEMBERING DENIS WAREHAM
Dennis died peacefully on 21st March 2020. Covid meant we could only have a very private funeral and like many, were unable to share a thanksgiving for his life with friends. Denis loved all aspects of country life – farming was in his blood. His many customers became his friends and to them he was always kind and helpful. Great times were had with Blandford NFU and he was a very proud president of Blandford YFC for many years. He loved racing, tug of war, was a hunt supporter and played in their skittles league until age overcame his team! He enjoyed beating and supporting the Steam Fair for over 50 years –half of them with his beloved shepherd’s hut. A lifelong Saints supporter, his flag still flying in our garden. Denis touched many lives with kindness and love and will be missed by many. Deeply missed by his ever-loving family – never to be forgotten. A life well lived. Sleep well, my darling Denis.
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LEHMAN KENNETH CHARLES
Died peacefully at home on Saturday 27th February 2021, aged 97. Much loved husband of the late Brenda, loving father of Jan, Richard, Claire and Emma, grandfather of seven and great grandfather of ten. Private funeral due to covid restrictions. Donations in memory of Ken are being invited for The Friends of St Michael the Archangel Church, North Cadbury. c/o Harold F Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury BA22 7ES, Telephone 01963 440367.
SYLVIA DOREEN CURBISHLEY
Formerly of Motcombe, passed away peacefully on 4th March at Rotherbank Care Home aged 93. Dearly loved wife of the late Norman, much loved mother to Sue and Di, grandmother to Chloe and Robin, and great-grandmother to baby Elliot. She will be greatly missed and remembered with love by us all. Private cremation. Donations in her memory, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Research UK via memorygiving.com
NORTHOVER KEITH
Aged 86 years of Galhampton. On 6th March 2021, peacefully. A dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Private funeral by invitation only. Donations in memory of Keith are being invited for Cancer Research UK or St Michael’s Church P.C.C, North Cadbury, C/O Harold F. Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.
PHILLIPS, SARAH
Formerly of Fontmell Magna, passed away peacefully at Brownscombe Nursing Home, Haselmere. Beloved mother of Emma and friend to many. Donations in Sarah's memory in aid of Cancer Research or British Heart Foundation may be sent c/o 9A Chalet Hill, Bordon, Hampshire GU35 0TQ ALASTAIR BURT
Suddenly at home in Marnhull on 15th February 2021, aged 57 years. Beloved son of Helen and the late Douglas. Dearly loved brother to Duncan and Malcolm and much loved uncle to Shannan and Elliott. He will be sadly missed by all. Private cremation due to restrictions. Donations if desired, in memory of Alastair, may be sent directly to Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance, Landacre House, Castle Road, Wellington TA21 9JQ
ROWLAND, PAULINE ANN
Passed away after a short illness, bravely fought on the 11th March 2021 aged 67 at Yeovil District Hospital. A much loved wife of Peter and loving mother, nan and sister. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Due to restrictions a private funeral will be held. Donations if desired to Cancer research may be sent to C/O Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Henstridge, BA8 0RB (01963) 362570
MILNE PAUL GEDDES
Suddenly at home in Gillingham on 8th February 2021, aged 71 years. Cremation on 25th March 2021. To attend, please call in advance to Bracher Brothers, Gillingham Tel. 01747 822494
JULIETTE CORAL ANN RIDEOUT
On 7th March 2021 peacefully at home with her family by her side, aged 74 years of Donhead St Mary. A much-loved wife to Geoff, mum to Shelly and Sandra. A loving nan to Kyle, Emily, Georgie and Ella who will be sorely missed by all family and friends, but never forgotten. Private family service but donations if desired to Weldmar Hospicecare Trust or Dorset Health Care Charitable Fund (District Nurses) may be sent to Merefield & Henstridge Funeral Directors, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset. SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532.
WAKE PHILIP MILES (Yorkie)
Aged 84 years of Castle Cary. On 23rd February 2021, peacefully at Yeovil District Hospital. A much loved father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend. Private cremation. Donations in memory of Philip are being invited for Queen Camel Medical Centre Equipment Fund. C/O Harold F. Miles, Funeral Directors, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone (01963) 440367
COOMBE RICHARD JOHN (John)
Aged 75 years of Wincanton. On 7th March 2021, peacefully at West Abbey Nursing Home, Yeovil. A much loved father, grampy, partner, brother, uncle and friend. Private cremation. Donations in memory of John are being invited for Bowel Cancer UK or Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park. C/O Harold F. Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.
SANSOM DOROTHY
Passed away peacefully at Whitecliffe Care Home, Blandford on 3rd March, aged 93 years. Loving wife of the late Ken, she will be sadly missed by her son Colin, daughter-in-law Beverley, her daughter Anne, son-in-law Mike, her grandchildren Christopher, Emma, Stuart, and all her family and friends. Private funeral service has been held, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK c/o Lesley Shand Funeral Service, 28 East Street, Blandford Forum DT11 7DR, Tel: 01258 453425 or at funeraldirector.co.uk/dorothy-sansom
PETER JOHN RIGGS
Peter passed away peacefully at home in Fonthill Bishop, on 4th March 2021 aged 89 years. Much loved brother, brother in law, uncle and friend. Peter will be greatly missed by us all. Due to present covid restrictions there will be a private family cremation at Salisbury Crematorium on the 6th April at 11am, with a live video stream of the service. Donations for Cancer Research in Peter's memory can be sent to Chris White Funeral Directors, South Street, Wilton SP2 0JS Tel 01722 567861.
Philip George Wiseman
Sadly passed away on 2nd February, aged 88, peacefully with his loving son by his side. He will be truly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. A true Legend, founding member of Phil Wiseman and the Travellers, a local skiffle band, in the 1950s.
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Funeral directors’ Q&A
Caroline Joyce
Funeral Arranger/
Administrator for L C Hill & Son I became a funeral director as LC Hill & Son is a family run business, I followed in my father’s footsteps. The best thing is making a very difficult and sad time more bearable for our families. The worst thing is not being able to give the families what they would like in a pandemic. We did offer webcasts so family and friends can pay their respects on the day. L C Hill and Son was established in 1952 by Leonard Charles Hill in Mere. The team provide advice at every stage of the funeral planning process and will arrange an individual and unique funeral to help you celebrate the life of your loved one. We also offer an affordable prepaid funeral plan, Choice, so that you can arrange and pay for a funeral in advance. This will protect your family from rising costs and remove uncertainty about your wishes.
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