Funeral Notices

MAHY, Edward (Fif) – Peacefully on 30th August 2024, aged 88 years. Loved husband of Dianne. Adored father of Alison, Emma and the late Jayne. Cherished pops of Callum and Chloe. Respected father-in-law to Tim and Nathan. Funeral service, prior to cremation at Le Foulon Chapel on Thursday 12th September ar 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to RNLI, c/o Treasurer, Harbour Office, PO Box 631, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL.

HONEYBILL, Jack M.B.E – On 28 August 2024 peacefully with his family at his side at Southampton General Hospital, aged 81 years. Much loved husband of Val, father of Deborah and Claire, father-in-law and grandad. Funeral arrangements later.

LOWE, Andy – On 23rd August 2024, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital with Maureen and Vanessa by his side, aged 70 years. Husband of Maureen for 50 years, father of Richard and Vanessa. Following a private burial, the family would like to invite everyone who knew Andy, to join them at The Pony Inn on Friday 6th September from 2.30 p.m. where you can make a toast to his memory.

BATISTE John Clifford – Passed away peacefully at his home on 25th August 2024, aged 73 years. Loved husband of Deidre, loving father of Nicholas, Matthew and Alexander, father in law and friend of Donna, Megan and Antra. Adored papa of Toby, Maisy, Albie, and Victoria. Loved Uncle John of Charlene, Tim, Brooklyn, Bryce and Malachi. Funeral service, prior to cremation, at Le Foulon Chapel on Thursday 5th September at 2.00 p.m. to which all who knew John are welcome to attend wearing something bright. No flowers by request but donations if desired, may be sent to the GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.

CROSSLEY, Susan - On 26th August 2024, peacefully at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan, much loved mother of Helen and Manda and an adored mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service prior to cremation, at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 16th September at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations if desired, may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

BRETON, Rosemary (Rose) (nee Bourgaize, formerly De La Haye) – On 28 August 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 82 years and 6 days. Loving wife of the late Alan. Much loved mum of Peter, Adrian, Clive and the late Martin. Also a dear mother-in-law, granny Rose and great-granny Rose. A friend to many. Funeral arrangements later.

JOUHNING, Jennifer Mary (Jennie) (nee Whitehorne) – On 21 August 2024 at Chateau des Tielles Residential Home, aged 79 years. Cherished wife of the late Eric (Ric). Dearly loved mum of Beckie. Adored nan of Josh, Beth, Harry and the late Sam. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Tuesday 3 September at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Please wear black attire. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Guernsey Jumbulance Holidays, The Secretary, Clannad, Doyle Clos, Route Militaire, St Sampsons, GY2 4ED or St John Ambulance & Rescue Service, The Rohais, St Peter Port, GY1 1YN. Private Cremation.

McCORMACK, Steven James (Steve) – Suddenly and unexpectedly on 16 August 2024, aged 39 years. Loved son of Jane (nee Blondin) and the late Roy. Much loved brother of Jamie and brother-in-law of Jess. Adored uncle of Freya. Dear nephew of Claire, Cath, Wendy and Jo. No telephone calls please. Any donations in Steven’s memory may be sent to RNLI, Harbour Office, PO Box 631, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL. A private funeral will be held.

LE FEUVRE, Peter John – Peacefully, on 19th August 2024, after an illness borne with great courage and determination, passed away aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband of May, much loved father of Allan (Alfie) and Stephen, father-in-law to Elaine and Mina, grandfather of Becksley, Maxime and Charlotte. Funeral service at St Joseph’s Church on Friday 30th August at 2.00 p.m. to which all who knew Peter are welcome to attend. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent directly to https://www.prostate-cancer-research.org.uk/donate/

MALLETT, Justine Louise (nee Clements or Clements-Hall) On 31st July 2024, whilst on holiday in Mallorca, Spain with her family, aged 57 years. Dearly loved and loving wife of Jim, cherished and adoring mother to Stan and Frankie, and a truly special friend to so many. A Service to Celebrate Justine’s life will be held at The Peninsula Hotel on Tuesday 27th August at 2.00 p.m. to which all who knew Justine are invited to attend. Please have your name and any representations ready on a slip of paper. It would be very much appreciated for those wanting to send a donation in lieu of flowers, to visit https://www.operationsmile.org/?form=FUNHTDNWRYT - This will take you directly to the donation page of Justine’s favourite charity.  

MINTA, Dr Chris – Suddenly at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 16 August 2024, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Barbara. Much loved and respected father, father-in-law and grandfather. A true gentleman and a dear friend to many. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Tuesday 10 September at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Guernsey Alzheimers Association, c/o The Treasurer, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampson’s, GY2 4HU. Private Cremation.

DUPORT, Ruth (nee Clarke) – Peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 15th August 2024 in her 92nd year. Dearly loved wife of the late John, much loved mother of Derek and the late Susan, mother-in-law of Michael (Fred), grandmother of John and Steven and a great-grandmother. Funeral arrangements later.

BOWDEN, Margaret Lydia Phyllis (nee Mahy) – On 14 August 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Albert (Bert). Loved mother of David, Colin, Jacqueline and Bryan, mother-in-law to Elsa, Michelle and Colin. A much loved gran and great-gran. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Thursday 5 September at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF. Private Interment.

MURPHY, Margaret Elizabeth (nee Le Cocq) – Peacefully on 13 August 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Horace. Dearly loved mum of Jane, Eileen, David, Andrew, Stephen and Debbie. A much loved mother-in-law of Peter, Julie, Stan, Steve, Noelle and Kirsty. Loving gran, great-gran and great-great-gran. No telephone calls please. A Celebration of Margaret’s life will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 28 August at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to The Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief, c/o Hon Sec, Mrs S Butler, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR or Guernsey Alzheimers Association, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey,  St Sampsons, GY2 4HU. Private Interment.

FOSTER, John Edward – Suddenly, but peacefully at home on 7th August 2024, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Rita and much loved dad to Stephen and Christine, father-in-law to Alexandra and Brett, cherished grandpa to Leon and Max and much loved by Phoebe, Danny and Harper. Funeral service at St.Sampson’s Parish Church on Friday 16th August at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers by request but donations would be welcomed to John’s favourite charities, the 2nd Guernsey Company, The Boys Brigade, c/o Steve England, Lucana, Glebe Close, Neuve Rue, St. Peter Port, GY1 1SE or by Direct Payment to Lloyds Bank, 30-93-73, AC No 00318532, and Headway Guernsey, KGV Playing Fields, Rue Cohu, Castel, GY5 7SZ or by Direct Payment to Lloyds Bank, 30-93-73, AC No 41788468 . If attending, would you please put your name and any representations on a slip of paper. Private cremation.

BULL, Molly Joanna – Of Sark. Peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, on 18th July 2024. Loved sister of Hazel and Bob. Please note that there will be no funeral service, but you are welcome to come to Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 7th August at 12 noon, whereby you can pay your last respects. No flowers thank you.

LYNCH, Patrick Thomas – On 31ts July 2024, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 87 years. Much loved husband and soulmate of the late Patricia, dearly loved father to the late Mark and Simon, loved brother to Olga and the late Theresa. Requiem Mass will be held at St Joseph’s Church on Monday 12th August at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to Grow Ltd, Les Petits Quartiers, Coutanchez, St Sampsons, GY2 4GE. Private interment.

WORDSWORTH, Marion (nee Rihoy) – Peacefully on 22 July 2024 at Summerland House Nursing Home, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Peter, mother of Richard and Jackie, grandmother of Helen and Rosemary. A Service of Celebration for Marion’s life, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Friday 9 August at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Grow Ltd, Les Petits Quartiers, Coutanchez, St Sampson, GY2 4GE.

BARBE, John Francis – Left this world peacefully on 20th July 2024, at St John’s Residential Home, aged 93 years. "Now with his beloved son Graham”. Adored husband of Brenda and adored father of Dave. Funeral service at Les Capelles Methodist Church on Friday 2nd August at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to the Guernsey Alzheimers Association, c/o The Treasurer, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU. Private cremation.

ROUILLARD, Shirley (nee Crocker) – On 21st July 2024, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital and with her loving family at her bedside, aged 72 years. Beloved wife of Colin for 52 years, much loved mum of Andy and Kelly and their partners Antony and Paul. Also, treasured Nanny to her grandchildren, Alex and Evelyn. Now at rest after a long battle against overwhelming odds, fought with determination and courage. No telephone calls please. A Celebration of Shirley’s life will be held at Les Cotils Centre on Thursday 15th August at 10.30 a.m. to which all who knew Shirley are welcome. Those attending are encouraged to wear casual, colourful clothes. No flowers by request but donations in lieu may be sent to the GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD. Private cremation.

TAYLOR, Brian – Unexpectedly on 21 July 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 85 years. Beloved husband for 57 years of Gwen (Gwenneth, nee Lowe). Loved dad of Ian and Claire, father-in-law to Christine and Mick. Very much loved Poppy to Lewis and Kieran. A Service of Celebration for Brian’s life, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Thursday 8 August at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Headway Guernsey, KGV Playing Fields, Rue Cohu, Castel, GY5 7SZ.

WARR, Margaret Isobel May (nee Sherborne) – on 27 June 2024 at Chateau du Village Nursing Home, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Loved mother of Tim, Teresa and Jon, mother-in-law of Suzanne, grandmother of Jason and Samantha. A Celebration of Margaret’s life will be held at Delancey Elim Pentecostal Church on Friday 26 July at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Flowers welcome. Donations in Margaret’s memory to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF. Private Interment.

PENNEY, Raymond (Ray) – Passed away at Summerland House Nursing Home on 14 July 2024, aged 91 years. Much loved husband of the late Joyce. Funeral service at St Sampsons Parish Church on Thursday 25 July at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to MUG, c/o Qualis, Connaught House, St Peter Port, GY1 4HL. Private Interment.

TAYLER, Neil – Suddenly and unexpectedly, aged 59 years. Loving father of Grace and Freya, son of the late Ken and Denise, brother of Adrian, Sean and Kerry, uncle and great-uncle. A Service of Celebration for Neil’s life will be held at the Vale Douzaine Room on Friday 19 July at 3.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Please wear casual attire. Extra parking by kind permission at Vale Junior and Infant Schools. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu by cheque to Healing Music Trust, c/o Bonheur, Rue des Marettes, St Martins, GY4 6JW or by bank transfer to HSBC, Sort Code 40-22-25, Account No 74277945.

BANFIELD, Evelyne – Suddenly but peacefully at her home on 1 June 2024, aged 77 years. Loved wife of Mike, much loved mother of Olivier, Sophie and Pascal. Will be greatly missed by her extended family and many friends. A Celebration for Evelyne’s life will be held at Les Cotils on Monday 15 July at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Please wear colourful clothing. No flowers please. Donations in lieu to Guernsey Alzheimers Association, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU. Private Cremation.

LE CRAS, Marion Elsie (nee Hicks) – On 28th June 2024, peacefully at Gardenia Lodge Care Home, aged 93 years. Loved wife of the late Leonard, much loved mother of Sarah, mother-in-law of Nick and an adored nan of Zoe and Tim. Funeral service at the Church of Scotland, St Andrew’s in the Grange, on Monday 15th July at 1.30 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers by request but donations please to Guernsey Alzheimers Association, c/o The Treasurer, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU. Private Interment.

FALLA, Molly (nee Ross) – Peacefully at her home on 1 July 2024, aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Clarence. Much loved mum of Graeme, Catherine and Liz. A dear mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. A Celebration of Molly’s life, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Friday 12 July at 10.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Bowel Cancer Guernsey, c/o The Treasurer, La Pepiniere, Route de Vaugrat, St Sampsons, GY2 4TA.

WALTERS, William (John) – On 26 June 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital following an illness fought with dignity and fortitude, aged 76 years. Dearly loved partner of Shirley (Diamond). Much loved and loving Dad of Nicola and Joanne, Father-in-Law of Gareth and Harvey. Cherished Grandad of Owen, Caitlin, Alex and Ethan. Wonderful ‘Stepdad’ to Justin, Sally and Sarah-Jane and Poppa John to Megan, Sam and Ed. Will be deeply missed by his family and friends in Guernsey and Aberdare in Wales. A Service of Celebration for John’s life, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Tuesday 9 July at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to The Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief (Bulstrode), c/o Mrs S Bulter, Hon Sec, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR.

ASLETT, Patricia (Pat) (nee Hoolahan) – Peacefully at home on 25 June 2024, aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of Peter. Much loved and loving mum of Chris. Dear sister of Betty, Jerry, Veronica and the late Tony, Peggy, Shirley, Marlene, Beryl and Valerie. Funeral service at St Pauls Methodist Church on Thursday 11 July at 10.30 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to The Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief, c/o Mrs S Butler, Hon Sec, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR. Private Interment.

FALLA, Joan – On 2nd June 2024, peacefully at Le Platon Home, aged 96 years. Widow of Arthur, dearly loved grandmother of Kelly, adored nana of Jordan and Oriana, and dear friend and mother of the late Christine. Funeral service, prior to cremation, at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 8th July at 2.00 p.m. All welcome. Family flowers only but donations to Guernsey Myeloma Support Group, Acc No. 40286568, Sort Code 30-93-73.

English, Thomas (Tom) Kevin - Beloved brother, uncle and friend, died peacefully on 8th June 2024, at his home in the parish of the Vale, aged 87 years. Funeral service will be held at St Joseph & St Mary Catholic Church on 1st July 2024 at 11.00 a.m. Private cremation.

LAKER, Peter – On 7 June 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 95 years. Loved husband of the late Dilys, father to Keith and Sue and grandfather to Nik. A Service of Celebration for the life of Peter will be held at Les Cotils on Tuesday 25 June at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF. Private Cremation.