Funeral Notices

GARNER, Brian Stanley – On 18 February 2026 at Chateau des Tielles Nursing Home, aged 90 years. Devoted husband of the late Sheila. Much loved dad of Mark, special step-father of Nikki and Martin and a loved and respected father-in-law. Adored grandpa and great-grandpa.

Funeral service at St Stephens Church on Friday 27 February 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 Sampsons, GY2 4HU.

Private Cremation.

LEIVARS, Dot May (nee Ozanne) – On 12 February 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 77 years. Much loved wife of Peter, mum of Allan, Ian and Stephen, mother-in-law of Anne and Sonia, nana of Abbey and nan of Harry.

Celebration of Dot’s life, prior to cremation at Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 25 February 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.

CABLE, Isobel Catherine – On 10th February 2026 at home surrounded by her family, aged 79. Loving wife of John, mother of Michael and Emma and grandmother of Samuel, Matthew, Alex and Emily.

Funeral service at Le Foulon Chapel on Thursday 26th February at 12 noon. Family flowers only but donations are welcome to Cancer Research UK via their website www.cancerresearchuk.org/donate.

HOLLOWELL, Tim – On 10th February 2026, suddenly but peacefully at his home, aged 81 years. Dearly loved and adored husband of the late Jane, cherished father of Sarah and Lydia and a beloved grandfather of Oscar and Edie. 

Funeral service at St Saviour’s Parish Church on Tuesday 3rd March at 2.00 p.m. to which all family and friends are invited to attend. Family flowers only but donations may be sent to The Guernsey Society for Cancer Research, c/o Mrs S Butler, Meldrum Way, Braye Road, Vale, GY3 5PR or to the GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.

Private Cremation.

GUILBERT, David Gerald - On 5 February 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 83 years. Dear dad of Debbie and Dale, father-in-law to Richard and Lindsay, grandfather of Lauren, Adam, Daniel and Kerry, step-father to Vinny and step-grandad to Jake, half-brother to Alex and Nicky.

A private goodbye will be held.

LE SAUVAGE, Charmaine (nee Hodder) – On 2 February 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 82 years. Widow of the late Len Le Sauvage, mother of Stephen and the late Michelle, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister of the late Peter and a sister-in-law.

Funeral service at St Pauls Methodist Church Hall on Monday 16 February 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 Interment.

PETIT, John – On 29th January 2026, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital and surrounded by his loving family, aged 90 years. Much loved husband of the late Val, loved father of Teena, Michelle and the late Jeremy. A grandfather and great-grandfather.

At John’s request the family are holding a private funeral but donations, if desired, may be sent to the RNLI, c/o St Peter Port Lifeboat Station, PO Box 631, St Julian’s Emplacement, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL.

SOLWAY, Hazel May (nee Tostevin) – On 3rd February 2026, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham, loved mum of Kevin, Natalie and the late Gary, mother-in-law of Mary and Mike and a much loved gran and great-granny. 

Funeral arrangements later.

WINTERFLOOD, Ruby – Peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital after a short illness, aged 95. Cherished wife of the late Herbie. Adored by all her family – Carolyn and John, Steve and Di, grandma to Ben, Emma, Johanna and Sam. Step- grandma to Dominique and Jonathan. Great-grandy To Noah, Cleo, Amelia, Nala and step-great-grandy to Willow. Dearly loved by her extended family Shannon, Helen and Sophie and a dear friend to many.

A Service of Celebration for Ruby’s life will be held at Les Capelles Methodist Church on Wednesday 11 February at 10.30 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Cancer Research UK Guernsey Branch, c/o Lynda Mildon, 2 La Petite Clos, La Couture, St Peter Port, GY1 2EB or online to Lloyds, Sort Code 30-93-73, A/c no 34012768 ‘Ref Mem Ruby Winterflood’.

Private Cremation.

ADAMS, Audrey Dorothy (nee Bonner)  - Passed away peacefully on 25th January 2026 at Chateau des Tielles Residential Home with her loving family by her side, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Don, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Corinne and Graham, cherished to her granddaughters Lisa and Martine and their husbands Tom and Gregg and an adored gran-nan of Joshua, Finley, Lucas and Barnaby. A dear sister to Bryan in New Zealand.                                       

Funeral service at St Matthews Church on Tuesday 10th February at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to The Pink Ladies, c/o The Treasurer, Le Maison du Mont Saint, St Saviours, GY7 9XR.

Private cremation.

HARDY, Susan (nee Cottenham) – On 23rd January 2026, peacefully and with John (Jock), David and Marion by her side at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 81 years. Darling wife of John. Dearest mum of David. Precious sister of Marion. Loved aunt, great-aunt and friend.

Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Tuesday 3rd February at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Smart casual attire with a dash of colour. Family flowers only. Donations in Susan’s memory may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

Private Cremation.

MASTERMAN, Edward (Eddie) John – Passed away on 20th January 2026, aged 77 years. Dearly loved father of Tara and Poppy of Harry and George. Funeral service will be held at Le Foulon Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd February at 10.00 a.m. All welcome.

MACHON, Stella (nee Hughes) – On 20th January 2026, peacefully in her sleep after a long illness, in the loving care of Chateau du Village Nursing Home, formerly of Kerkyra, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham, loved mum of Wendy and Hayley, mum-in-law of Robin and Ian, granny of Stu, Jo, Mel and Nic and ‘GG’ of Freya, Imogen, Jack, Myles and Finley. Sister of Carola and the late Ian. No calls or cards.

Funeral service at St Andrews Parish Church on Wednesday 28th January at 12.00 noon. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers by request but donations in lieu may be sent to Cancer Research UK, c/o Lynda Mildon, Chamonix, 2 La Petite Clos, La Couture, St Peter Port, GY1 2EB.

Private Cremation.

CARRÉ, June Constance (nee Mitchell) – Peacefully at Summerland House Nursing Home on 18th January 2026, aged 79. Dearly loved wife of the late Peter. Loved mum of Sarah and Alison, mother-in-law to Mark and Chris, gran to Lauren, Jack, Georgia, great-gran and sister to the late Mavis.

Private Cremation.

HAMON, Delma (nee Sims) – On 18 January 2026 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of Cyril for 63 years. Loved mum of Stuart and granny of Peyton. Dear sister of Sheila and sister-in-law of Peter. Also, a loving aunt, cousin and friend.

Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Friday 30 January at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations may be sent to Guernsey Arthritis Care c/o Mr R A Corbin, Les Tuilles Verte, La Caches, St Martins, GY4 6PP.

Private Cremation.

WILSON, Richard Patrick (Dicky) – Passed away peacefully at home in Sark on 5 January 2026, aged 86 years. Loved dad to Sarah, Richard and David. Lovely pop to his grandchildren. Beloved partner to Helen and special friend to Peter and Retta. A friend to many.

A farewell to Dicky, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 26 January at 10.00 a.m. All who knew Dicky are welcome. No flowers but any kind donations may be sent to RNLI, c/o Treasurer, Harbour Office, PO Box 631, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL or to Professor Saint Fund, c/o HSBC, Sark, GY10 1SG.

HERPE, Alan – Suddenly at his home on 20 December 2025, aged 76 years. Loved dad, grandad, grandpa, brother and friend to many.

A Service of Celebration, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Wednesday 21 January at 10.00 a.m. All welcome. Any kind donations may be sent to GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.

BOUGOURD, Ken – Unexpectedly at home on 14 December 2025, aged 77 years. Loved brother, uncle and friend to many.

Private Cremation.

WINTER, Sheila Ann (nee Bennett) – Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on 1 January 2026, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of David for 53 years, mum of Mark and mother-in-law of Karen, ‘granny Sheila’ of Jamie and great-granny of Jacob and Maya. As with Sheila’s wishes there will not be a funeral. Any kind donations in Sheila’s memory may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

CUMBERLAND, Jan (nee Poole) – On 6^th January 2026, peacefully at Les Bourgs Hospice with her daughters by her side, aged 80 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, much loved mother of Lisa and Rachael, mother-in-law of Nick, granny of Jacob, Reuben and Felix, loving partner of Keith and loved by his daughter, Mary and his grandchildren Daniel and Willow.

Following a private cremation, a Celebration of Jan’s life will be held at The Peninsula Hotel on Friday, 23rd January at 2.00 p.m. to which all who knew Jan are welcome to attend. No funeral attire.

No flowers thank you, but any kind donations may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

LAINE-SPARKES, Gemma (Sparky)  - On 3rd January 2026, peacefully at Les Bourgs Hospice, with Graham by her side, aged 40 years. Much loved wife of Graham, cherished daughter of Desiree and Derek, a loved sister, aunty and great friend to so many.

Following a private cremation, a Celebration of Life for Gemma will be held at the St Pierre Park Hotel on Thursday 22nd January at 2.00 p.m. to which all who knew Gemma are welcome to attend and please wear bright clothing. As the service is expected to be well attended, please have your names and any representations on a piece of paper to hand at the door. No flowers thank you but any kind donations may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.