Funeral Notices
Angela Bullock
BULLOCK, Angela Frances (nee Le Sauvage) – On 21 June 2026 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, aged 76 years. Loving mother, adored grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and sister.
Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Thursday 2 July at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Please wear a splash of light green and purple. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Palliative Care Nurses, c/o Mrs S Butler, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR.
Private Interment.
Denize Coles
COLES, Denize Marjorie (nee Le Neveu) – On 13 June 2026 at Summerland House Nursing Home, aged 95 years. Loving wife of the late Thomas. Much loved mum of Jan, Lyn, Jane, Sue, Paula and the late Brian. A dear mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Dearly loved and sadly missed.
A Service of Celebration for the life of Denize, prior to cremation at Le Foulon Chapel on Tuesday 30 June at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to RNLI (cheques payable to ‘Guernsey RNLI’), St Peter Port Lifeboat Station, c/o Treasurer, Richard Evans, PO Box 631, St Julians Emplacement, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL.
Alva Gee
GEE, Alva Irene (nee Bradshaw) – Peacefully in her sleep at home on 14 June 2026, aged 92 years. Very much loved wife of the late Ron Gee, loved mother of Nicky and Ian, mother-in-law to Nick and Sandra. Amazing granny to Oliver and Lucy and their partners Maddy and Luke.
Funeral service at Castel Parish Church on Wednesday 24 June at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Please feel free to wear bright clothes. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief, c/o Mrs S Butler, Hon Sec, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR or online via Giving.gg
Private Cremation.
Sally Paul
PAUL, Sally Elizabeth (nee Gale) – On 15 June 2026 at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of Dennis. Cherished mum of Jeremy and Alison, mother-in-law of Karen and Kent. Treasured gran of Aimee and Ava.
A private funeral will be held. Any donations in Sally’s memory may be sent to Cancer Research UK (Guernsey Branch), Sort Code 30-93-73, A/c no 34012768.
Janet Guille
GUILLE, Janet Ann (nee Cherry) – On 12th June 2026, peacefully at Le Platon Home, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Lewis, much loved mother of Christopher, Geoffrey, Ian and the late Steven, mother-in-law of Mags and Salome, Ian’s partner Tina and Steven’s partner Sandra. Dearly loved grandmother of Natalie, Vanessa, Matthew, Sophia and Leanna and step-grandmother to Kerrin, Nia and Arun.
A Celebration of Janet’s Life will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Friday 19th June at 10.00 a.m. Everyone who knew Janet is welcome to attend. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to Le Platon, Clifton, St Peter Port, GY1 2PH.
Private interment.
Maurice Julou
JULOU, Maurice John – Passed away peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 11 June 2026 with his son by his side, aged 80 years, after a brief illness bravely borne. Beloved husband of the late Maureen and dearly loved father of Simon.
Funeral service at the Vale Parish Church on Thursday 25 June at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to GSPCA (Wildlife Section) (please make cheques payable to ‘GSPCA’), Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.
Interment at Vale Cemetery.
Trevor Haynes
HAYNES, Trevor. On 2nd June 2026, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband of Mandy. The family are holding a private cremation but would welcome anyone who knew Trevor to join them on Wednesday 17th June at 3:30pm in the Rocquettes Hotel to raise a toast to Trevor’s memory and wonderful life.
Len Howard
HOWARD, Leonard (Len) Michael – Peacefully on 15th May 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 86 years. Much loved husband of Judy, dearly loved father of Karen, Laurence and Lucy, grandfather of Tom, Sami, Jack, Chloe, Mickey, Louie and Logan and great grandfather of Arlow.
A Celebration of Len’s Life will be held at St Martin’s Parish Hall on Tuesday 9th June at 11a.m. All who knew Len are welcome to attend and please feel free to wear bright clothing. No flowers thank you but donations in lieu may be sent to The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal, c/o Mr KG O’Kane, The Royal British Legion, La Route de Picquerel, Grande Havre, Vale, GY6 8JT.
Private cremation.
Marilyn Stanford
STANFORD, Marilyn Jean (nee Vile) – On 28th May 2026, suddenly at her home, aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of Brian, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Neil and Christine, Aidan and Caroline and a loved sister of Ann and Joy.
Funeral service at Bordeaux Methodist Church on Monday 8th June at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Smart, casual dress and parking will be made available at Bordeaux Vinery. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to Grow Ltd, c/o Carol Brehaut, Les Petits Quartiers Vinery, Les Coutanchez, St Sampsons, GY2 4GE
Private interment.
Dr Stephen Brennand Roper BEM
BRENNAND ROPER, Dr STEPHEN MICHAEL, BEM – Unexpectedly on 4 May 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 75 years. Cherished and beloved husband of Melissa and father to Matthew and Frances. A treasured friend and colleague to so many.
Memorial Service to be held at The Town Church on Friday 29 May at 2.30 p.m. All welcome. No flowers thank you. Any kind donations in Stephen’s memory may be sent to The Guernsey Chest and Heart LBG, Les Oberlands, St Martins, GY4 6SP.
Joan Gauvain
GAUVAIN, Joan Mary (nee Snell) – Passed away peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on Friday 1st May 2026, aged 84. Beloved wife of the late David, treasured mum of Steven, Gary and Martin, mother-in-law to Fiona, Chantal and Anna. Cherished sister and adored nan.
Funeral service, prior to cremation, at Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 27th May at 12.00 noon. All who knew Joan are welcome. No flowers thank you but donations may be sent to The Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief ( Bulstrode), c/o Mrs S J Butler, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR.
Pearl Crisell
CRISELL, Pearl Elizabeth (nee Ogier) – Peacefully on 3 May 2026 at Le Platon Home, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Derek. Devoted mum of Angela and Ian. Dear mother-n-law of Caroline. Adored grandma of Stephanie, Matthew, Sarah, Alex and great-grandmother. A loved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and cousin.
A Celebration for Pearl’s life, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 13 May at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Le Platon Home, c/o The Secretary, Clifton, St Peter Port, GY1 2PH or via their website https://giving.gg/charities/34/le-platon-home-lbg or Dementia Friendly Guernsey, First Floor, Tudor House, St Peter Port, GY1 1DD or via their website www.dementiafriendly.org.gg
Marjorie Smart
SMART, Marjorie (nee George) – It is with absolute heartache that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Marjorie on 1st May 2026 in her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian Smart. Cherished and adored mum of Chris and Jayne, mother-in-law of Sue and Dave. Adored grandma to Chris, Matt, Ben, Jenna and Luke, great grandma to Oliver, Charlie and Louie. She was the heart of our family and her love will live on forever in our hearts.
Funeral service at the Vale Parish Church on Thursday 14th May at 2.00 p.m. All who knew Marjorie are welcome to attend. Flowers may be sent to the church.
Private cremation.
Maureen Bichard
BICHARD, Maureen Elizabeth – Peacefully at home, on 28th April 2026, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Stan, much loved mother of Sandra and Lyn and mother-in-law of Mark and Les. Loving gran of Simon, Clare, Tom, Ben and jo, great-gran of Noah, Cleo, Daisy, Martha, William, Joshua, Emile, Barbara and Una and a dear aunt.
Funeral service at St Saviour’s Parish Church on Thursday 7th May at 11.30 a.m. All family and friends welcome. Family flowers only but donations in lieu can be made to St John Ambulance & Rescue Service, The Rohais, St Pater Port, GY1 1YN.
Private interment.
Peter Surry
SURRY, Peter Edwin – Peacefully at home on 14 April 2026, aged 86 years. Loved husband of Pauline. Dear dad of Lynn, Susan, Michelle and Philip.
Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Tuesday 12 May at 1.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Guernsey Alzheimers Association, c/o The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampson, GY2 4HU or Guernsey Blind Association, c/o The Secretary, Le Four Cabot, St Andrews, GY6 8XE.
Private Interment.
Ted Hawkins
HAWKINS, Ted - On 15th April 2026, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Janet, loved dad of Karen, Annette and Theresa, father-in-law of Phil and Christian and a much loved grandfather of Emma, Gilles, James and Jessica.
A Celebration of Ted's Life will be held at Les Cotils on Tuesday 5th May at 11.00 a.m. and all who knew Ted are welcome to attend. No flowers thank you but donations in lieu may be sent to Grow Ltd, c/o Carol Brehaut, Les Petits Quartiers Vinery, Coutanchez, St Sampsons, GY2 4GE.
Private cremation.
Clare Carvill
CARVILL, Clare - Peacefully at Browhill Nursing Home, aged 92. Wife of the late Pat and beloved mother of Mel, Fionnuala, Maureen and Manus and mother-in-law of Max and Sharon. Beloved grandmother of Dan, Cameron, Caitlan, Oliver, Grace and Matthew, and loved by Kevin.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Delancey on Friday 15th May at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to GVS, Jubilee House Day Centre, Grandes Maisons Road, St Sampsons, GY2 4JH.
Private interment.
Jonathan Gosselin
GOSSELIN, Jonathan (Jon) – Unexpectedly on 10 April 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital. Darling husband of Chris. Cherished dad of Neil. A loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and a friend to many.
A Service of Celebration for Jon’s life will be held at Les Cotils on Monday 27 April at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.
Private Cremation.
Rona Trott
TROTT, Rona Alice – Suddenly, but peacefully at home, on 7th April 2026, in her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim, loving mum and mother-in-law of Jim and Jan, Sue and Sam, adored grandma of Ant, Elaine, Bev and the late Gemma and a proud great-grandma of Ethan, Rosie, Alana, Rebecca, Finley, Lyra and Chloe.
Funeral service at Bordeaux Methodist Church on Wednesday 15th April at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be sent to Sandra Collins, GVS Jubilee Social Club, Grandes Maisons Road, St Sampsons, GY2 4JH.
Private cremation.
Alfred King
KING, Alfred Edmond (Alf) – On 1 April 2026, peacefully at his home, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Dot, loving father of Caroline and Tracey and father-in-law of Roy.
Funeral service at Salvation Army, L’Islet on Friday 17 April at 10.30 a.m. All welcome. Donations if desired may be sent to GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.
Private Interment.
Reuben Ashplant
ASHPLANT, Reuben Henry – On 7 April 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Patricia (Pat). Adored partner of Ginta. Cherished dad to Andy, Caroline and Simon and father-in-law to Kim, Lee and the late Denis. Dearest poppa to Claire, James and Patrick and great-poppa to Vinnie, Lennie, Odhrán and Fionn. He will be missed by all his family.
Funeral service at St Saviours Parish Church on Wednesday 22 April at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Lungevity Guernsey, c/o Treasurer, Mr Richard Harrison, Belle Fleur, Rue des Francais, Vale, GY3 5NL.
Private Interment.
Richard Nickolls
NICKOLLS, Richard John – Passed away peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 4th April 2026, aged 85 years. Dearly beloved husband of Stephanie (née van Herwaarden) and married for 56 years, beloved father and father-in-law of Steph and Fernando, brother and brother-in-law of Martin and Angela and uncle to Caroline and Sally.
Funeral service at St Matthew’s Church, Cobo on Thursday 16th April at 2.00 p.m. to which all who knew Richard are welcome to attend. Please, no black but colourful attire welcomed. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.
Private Interment.
Cheryl Sims
SIMS, Cheryl - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 31st March 2026, at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 75. Much loved mother of Pete, and a dear sister to Vanessa. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.
A service to celebrate her life will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Tuesday 14th April at 12:00 noon. No black thank you, but smart casual attire. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.