Funeral Notices

COOMBER, Janna Elvira (formerly Schüpfer, nee Martin) - On 26th September, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital with family by her side, aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian. Adored mother of Jason and Maxine and much loved granny of Annie, Lucy, Michael and Helena.

Funeral service, prior to cremation, at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 6th October at 2.00 p.m.

No flowers thank you, but donations may be sent to Dementia Friendly Guernsey at dementiafriendly.org.gg/donate/

COOK, Robert (Bob) – Suddenly but peacefully on his 82nd birthday at Les Bourgs Hospice. Beloved husband of Paulette (Polly). Wonderful dad of Sandra, Jackie and the late Barry, father-in-law of Colin and Mark. Much loved grandfather.

Funeral arrangements later.

DOWINTON, Grant Richard – On 24th September 2025, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, after an illness borne with great courage, aged 51 years. Much loved husband of Lyndsey, adored dad of Abi, loved son of Janine and the late Alan, brother of Mark and a much respected brother-in-law and uncle. A very good friend to many.

Funeral arrangements later.

HUGO, Peter Nicholas – At the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 24th September 2025, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Janice and beloved father of David and Jillian. No telephone calls please.

Funeral arrangements later.

GIBBS, Heather Mildred Irene (nee Watson) – On 19th September 2025, peacefully at Browhill Nursing Home. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan, much loved mother of Toby and future mother-in-law of Maria. Dear sister of Veronica and John and loved by all the Gibbs and Watson families. 

Funeral service at the Vale Parish Church on Wednesday 1st October at 2.30 p.m. to which all who knew Heather are welcome to attend. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to The Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief, c/o Mrs S Butler, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR or to Cancer Research UK, c/o Lynda Mildon, Chamonix, 2 La Petite Clos, St Peter Port, GY1 2EB.

Private Interment.

SARGENT, Derek – Passed away peacefully on 21 September 2025 at Chateau du Village Nursing Home, aged 89 years. Loved husband of the late Jeanne. Special dad of John, David, Collette and Gary, father-in-law of Tracy, Theresa, Shane and Dani. Also much loved pop and popa to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, brother, brother-in-law and uncle.

Funeral arrangements later.

YOUNG, Geoffrey (Geoff) – On 19 September 2025 peacefully after a long illness bravely borne at Blanchelande Park Nursing Home, aged 77 years. Dearly loved partner of Isabel. A loving father and grandfather. Much loved by his sister Margaret and his niece and nephews.

Funeral arrangements later.

BROWN, Allan William – Peacefully on Brehon Ward on September 20^th 2025, aged 72 years. Dearly loved partner of Sandra Langlois, son of the late Ruth and George, father of Andy, step-father of Paula Mills, pop of Kira and adopted pop of Ben Mills. Brother of the late Keith, brother-in-law of Chris and uncle of Jon. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends.

Funeral service at St Paul’s Methodist Church on Thursday 2^nd October at 11.00 a.m. to which all who knew Allan are welcome to attend. No flowers thank you but donations in lieu may be sent to the Oberlands Centre, La Rue de La Corbinerie, St Martins GY4 6SP

Private cremation

MECHEM, James (Jim) – On 17th September 2025, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 98 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Enid, father of Chris and the late Alan, mother-in-law of Shirley and Glenda. A loved grandfather and great-grandfather.

Funeral arrangements later.

LE GALLOUDEC, Patsy (nee Kendellen) – On 17 September 2025 at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 63 years. Loving wife of the late Peter (Gallo). Will be missed by her family and friends.

A Service of Celebration for Patsy’s life will be held at St Martins Parish Church on Friday 10 October 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

FLETCHER, Avril – On 10 September 2025 at Highfield House Care Home, aged 88 years. Devoted partner of Peter. Lovely mum of Jayne and Michelle.

A Service of Celebration for Avril’s life, prior to cremation, will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 24 September at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Dementia Friendly Guernsey, 2nd Floor, Lefebvre Place, Lefebvre Street, St Peter Port, GY1 2JP or to Guernsey Alzheimers Association, c/o The Treasurer, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU.

COTTELL, Jennifer (Jenny) (nee Cleaver) – On 7 September 2025 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital. Dearly loved wife of Tony (TC), adored mum of Simon and Martin, wonderful mother-in-law of Joanne and Steve, ‘grandma Jenny’ of Erin and Leah, dear sister of Rosalind and Margaret. No telephone calls please.

A Service of Celebration for Jenny’s life, prior to cremation, will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 22 September at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Casual attire welcome. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

HUBERT, Joyce Nancy (nee Robinson) – On 8th September 2025, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 94 years. Wife of the late Gordon, mother of Patsy and Colin, mother-in-law of Colin and Michele, gran of David and Tracy, Zoe and Rachel, great-grandma of Eliza, Erin and Ayla and best friend of Cooper.

Funeral service at the Vale Parish Church on Tuesday 23rd September at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers than you, but donations in lieu may be sent to the Vale Church, c/o Mr S de Carteret, L’Abri, La Ramee, St Peter Port, GY1 2EW or to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

Private cremation.

MALLETT, Ivan Frederick – On 2 September 2025 at his home, aged 78 years. Loving partner of Dzintra. A private funeral in accordance with Ivan’s wishes will be held. Donations in Ivan’s memory may be sent to RNLI, c/o Hon Treasurer, Harbour Office, PO Box 631, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL. Private Cremation.

GORDON, John David – On 3 September 2025 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Irene, much loved father of Simon and Martyn, father-in-law to Moya and grandfather to Stuart, Daniel, Luke and Francis.

Funeral service at St Martins Parish Church on Thursday 18 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 Treasurer, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU.

Private Cremation.

WELCH, Sylvia Blanche – On 20 August 2025, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 81 years. A loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 10 September at 2.00 p.m. Private Interment.

KROON, Theodorus (Dicky) Brunotus  - On 24th August 2025, peacefully at Roustel Ward after a long illness, and with Theresa, Fuz and Peter Tilden-Smith (Tiddles) by his side, aged 82 years Dearly loved brother of Theresa, brother-in-law of Alan (Fuz), loved uncle of Maria and Heidi, great uncle of Daniel, Jake and Leon and very good friend of Derek Perriment. Funeral service at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Delancey on Thursday 11th September at 10.30 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers by request but donations in lieu may be sent to the Guernsey Alzheimers Association, c/o The Treasurer, The Centre, Rue des Monts, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU. Private Interment.

MARTIN, Peggy De Courcy (nee O’Neale) – On 27th August 2025, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Geoffrey. A much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at St Andrew’s Parish Church on Tuesday 9th September at 10.00 a.m. Private Interment.

CHUTTER, Peggy May (nee Tucker) – On 29th August 2025, peacefully at Browhill Nursing Home, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John, much loved mother of Lynette, Wendy, Julie and the late Sandra, mother-in-law of Mick, Rat, John and the late David and a loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service, prior to cremation, at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 8th September at 12.00 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers thank you but donations may be sent to Parkinsons Guernsey LBG, Schopwick, Port Soif Lane, Vale, GY6 8AH.

DAVIES, Peter Brian – Peacefully at Les Bourgs Hospice, on 27th August 2025, aged 78 years. Much loved husband of Elizabeth. There will be no funeral at Peter’s insistence. No telephone calls or flowers but cards would be welcome. Donations if wished to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

BAILEY, Clifford James (Cliff) - Suddenly but peacefully at Maison de Quetteville on 20 August 2025, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue and adored father of Sam. Brother of Anne Humphrey, Pat Le Lacheur and the late Peter Bailey, brother-in-law of the late Ron Humphrey. Uncle of Mike and Tim. Will be very much missed. No funeral. Donations in Cliff's memory to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF. Private Cremation.

GREENOUGH, Jack – On 15th August 2025, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 85 years. Adored husband of the late Sheila, much loved father of Julie, father-in-law of Andrew, dearly loved grandfather of Ryan, Leah, and Jess and a loving brother of Brenda and the late Jean. Funeral arrangements later.

MAHY, Richard John (Rick) – Suddenly but peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 15th August 2025, aged 63 years. Much loved husband of Chris, loving father to Lottie, Pierre, Louis and Jacques, father-in-law to Adam, Danielle and Jodene and a wonderful grandfather to Asher and Beatrix. A Service of Celebration will be held at St Sampsons Parish Church on Wednesday 27th August at 2.00 p.m. to which all who knew Rick are welcome to attend but please, no black attire, ideally wears shorts (if desired) and definitely ‘No Ties’! No flowers by request but donations may be sent to CFR Sark, PO Box 55, 35 High Street, St Peter Port, GY1 4BE or to St John Ambulance and Rescue Service LBG, The Rohais, St Peter Port, GY1 1YN. Private Cremation.

QUERIPEL, Peter Richard – On 14 August 2025 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 73 years. A dear brother-in-law, cousin and friend.Funeral service, prior to cremation at Le Foulon Chapel on Tuesday 26 August at 10.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers by request. Any kind donations in Peter’s memory may be sent to Highfield House Care Home, Rue a L’Or, St Peter Port, GY1 1QG.

ARCHER, Colin – On 11 August 2025 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 62 years. Dear partner of Sophie, dad of Tom, Laura, Ryan and Amelia. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Friday 29 August at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Please wear bright colours, especially football shirts. 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 Cremation.

WALDEN, Michael John – On 8 August 2025, at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, after a brief illness, in his 92^nd year. Loving husband of the late Kathleen, much loved father of Neil, Anne and William and proud grandfather to his 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral service at the Vale Parish Church on Thursday 28 August at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be sent to the Chelsea Pensioners Appeal via link: https://michaelwalden.muchloved.com. Private cremation.

HARVEY, Shirley Ann (nee Le Huray) – On 25th July 2025 at Maison de Quetteville and with family by her side, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Michael, dearly loved mother of Jane and Sue, mother-in-law of Paul and Jason and a much loved grandmother of Andrew, Robert, Nick and Aimée. Funeral service at the Vale Parish Church on Monday 11th August at 11.00 a.m. to which all who knew Shirley are welcome to attend. No flowers by request but donations in lieu may be sent to the Leukaemia & Transplant Unit Fund at https://easydonate.org/BMTUHS or to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF                Private Interment.

WHITE, Laura – On 18th July 2025, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 93 years. Loved mother of Susan, Linda, Jackie, Karen and the late Loraine and a loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Private Cremation.

SACKETT, Rosalind Elizabeth “Ros” (nee Morgan, formerly Wheadon) – On 19 July 2025 at her home, aged 79 years. Loved wife of Chris. Devoted mother of Matthew, Luke, Sam and Joe, grandmother of Elsie, Albert, Lias, Joel, Eve and Cleo, sister of Richard and Peter, loved aunt, and friend to many. A Service of Celebration for the life of Ros will be held at Les Cotils on Wednesday 13 August at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Help A Guernsey Child, c/o Reste Simple, Route des Coutanchez, St Peter Port, GY1 2TX or via their website helpaguernseychild.org.gg/donate or St John Ambulance Guernsey LBG, The Rohais, St Peter Port, GY1 1YN. Private Cremation.

DAVIES,  Betty Joyce (nee Morris) – On 16th July 2025, peacefully at Maison de Beauvoir Care Home, aged 92 years. Much loved wife of the late Den, loved mother and mother-in-law of Sue and Ron, adored grandmother of Aidan and a dear sister. Funeral service at Les Cotils on Wednesday 23rd July at 10.30 a.m. All who knew Betty are welcome. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Masion de Beauvoir Care Home, Rue Cohu, Castel, GY5 7TB. Private Cremation.

LIDDLE, Keith George Campbell – On 16 July 2025 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital with his wife and sons by his side, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of June (nee Robert), much loved father of Thomas and Andrew. A loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend. Private cremation. A celebration of Keith’s life will take place later. Our grateful thanks go to the wonderful staff of the Palliative Care Nursing Team; Community Care Teams; St John Ambulance Teams; and to family, friends and working colleagues for the support we have received during the last few months. Our final thanks goes to all the nursing and support staff on Carey Ward – your kindness and care has been so deeply appreciated. Donations in memory of Keith may be made to Palliative Care Nurses, c/o Mrs S Butler, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR or St John Ambulance LBG, The Rohais, St Peter Port, GY1 1YN.

GRAY, Rita – On 14 July 2025 at home with her family by her side, aged 88 years. Loved sister and best friend of Pauline. Beloved Aunt of Michael, Margaret, Sonia, Dave, Jamie and Barney. A private funeral will be held. Any donations in Rita’s memory may be sent to Guernsey Welfare Service via their website www.welfare.gg/donate

MACDOUGALL, Dugald (Paul Bisson) – On 7 July 2025 at his home, aged 86 years. A Service of Celebration for Dugald’s life, prior to cremation will take place at Le Foulon Chapel on Tuesday 29 July at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers by request.

SHEARD, Carol (nee Le Cheminant, formerly Le Lievre) – Passed away peacefully on 9 July 2025 at Chateau du Village Nursing Home, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of John. Adored mother of Juliette, mother-in-law of Peter, granny to Georgie and step-mother to Mark, Paul and Phillip. Dear sister of the late Geoffrey, sister-in-law of Sheila and the late David. A much loved aunt, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service at Les Camps Methodist Church on Monday 21 July at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Rohais Methodist Church, c/o Mr K Le Parmentier, 12 Croutes Havilland Clos, St Peter Port, GY1 1EU. Private Cremation.

ROBERTS, Howard Edward – On 3rd July 2025, peacefully at his home and with his family by his side, aged 69 years. Dearly loved husband of Jan, father of Ben and Will, brother of Helen and uncle of Maddie and Evan.  A Service to Honour the Life of Howard will be held at St Andrew’s Parish Church on Tuesday 22nd July 2025 at 11.00 a.m. to which all who knew Howard are welcome to attend. Wear what you like! No flowers by request but donations may be sent to the GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.

INGROUILLE, Peggy Joan (nee Pattimore) – Peacefully on 30th June 2025 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Tom and loved mother of Barry. Funeral service at St John’s Church on Monday 4th August 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 or to St John’s Church, c/o The Treasurer Ms E Kaiulo, 19 La Reserve, Les Amballes, St Peter Port, GY1 1WT. Private Cremation.

Norledge, Margaret Rose (nee de Jersey) – On 30th July 2025, peacefully at Summerland House Nursing Home, aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Len and a loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynn and Steve.Funeral service at Les Capelles Methodist Church on Friday 11th July at 11.00 a.m. All welcome and please wear colourful attire. No flowers thank you. Private Cremation.

PYM, Barbara May (nee Denoual) – On 29 June 2025 at home, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Reg. Loved mother of Stephen and Jonathan. Also a dear grandmother of Sarah, Ella, Jessica and Matthew, and great-grandmother of Mason and Willow. Funeral service at St Johns Church on Wednesday 23 July at 2.30 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to UNICEF via their website help.unicef.org Private Cremation.

VANCE, Michael John – On 24 June 2025 at St Johns Residential Home, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of the late Jennifer (Jennie). Loved dad of Amanda and Tony, father-in-law of Nick and Hayley. Treasured Poppy of Georgie, Brooke, Archie, Sebastian and Etienne. A Service of Celebration, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 28 July at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Ron Short Centre, c/o Treasurer, Beau Sejour, St Peter Port, GY1 2DH or Guernsey Table Tennis Association, c/o Hon Treasurer, Mr K Opie, The Poplars, Les Canus, St Sampsons, GY2 4UL or directly to Natwest, Sort Code 60-09-20, Account 34588108.

McMAHON, NOEL – On 20 June 2025 at Les Bourgs Hospice with Annie by his side, aged 80 years. Loved brother of Elizabeth and twin brother of the late Peter, brother-in-law of Annie and uncle of Lucy, Emily and Katie. A Celebration of Noel’s life, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 14 July at 12 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

ROUSSEL, Bernard (Northern Motor Works) – Unexpectedly but peacefully on 20 June 2025 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Pamela. Dear dad of Rob and father-in-law to Manuela. Loved grandfather of Gina, Anna, James and Joana and great-grandfather. Also a dear brother-in-law. Funeral service at St Peters Parish Church on Wednesday 9 July at 3.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to St John Guernsey LBG, The Rohais, St Peter Port, GY1 1YN or via their website stjohn.gg. Private Interment.