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Michael (Dougie) Moore

MOORE, Michael (Dougie) – On 14 December 2024 at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 82 years. Loved husband of the late Liz, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa and brother. At Dougie’s request there will be no funeral.

Delma Heaume

HEAUME, Delma Emma Mary (nee Watson) - Passed away peacefully on 28th Ocotber 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, with her family at her side, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Basil (Bas). Loved mother-in-law of Bridie and John, adored gran of Martin and Kelly, and Patrick and Vonnie and treasured great-grandma of Amelia-Jane, Evelyn and Lottie. Funeal service at St John's Church on Wednesday 13th November at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and frineds knidly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to St John Ambulance & Rescue Service, The Rohais, St Peter Port, GY1 1YN. Private interment.

Roger Vaudin

VAUDIN, Roger James – On 8 November 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 85 years. Very dear husband of Beryl (nee Bisson). Devoted father of Mark and Lee. A loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and cousin. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Wednesday 4 December at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Ron Short Centre, c/o The Treasurer, Beau Sejour, St Peter Port, GY1 2DH or Active, c/o The Chairman, Mr R Peacegood, Islay, Les Gigands, St Sampsons, GY2 4YX. Private Interment.

 

Neville Brown

BROWN, Neville – On 1 December 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 87 years. Dear husband of Olive, dad of Marina, Stephen, Jason and the late Nigel, father-in-law of Michael, Karen and Colette, papa of Charlotte, Sarah, Paul, Nicholas, Donna, Chloe, Karis, Faith, Maia and Leni. A Service of Celebration, prior to cremation will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Tuesday 17 December at 2.00 p.m. 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.

David Pugh

PUGH, David Michael (Ozzy) – It is with great sadness that Dave passed away at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 11th December 2024, aged 72 years. Loving husband of Jan for 46 years, loved father and father-in-law of Glenn and Becky, adored grandfather of Owen, Liam and Dylan and brother of Susan, Janet and the late Keith. Funeral arrangements later.

Jean Spensley

SPENSLEY, Jeanne Everil (nee Emsley) – Peacefully on 15 December 2024, in the loving care of Maison de Beauvoir Care Home, aged 97. Widow of Jurat Tony Spensley, loved mother and mother-in-law of Neil and Nok, Caroline and David, Robert and Maryse, Nigel and Lorena, adored nana of Richard, Nina, Casey, Roberta, Gabriella, Marcus, Suzie and Andy, step-nan of Matthew and Philip, and great-nan of Omar, Asha and Wren. Funeral arrangements later.

Diana Nicolle

NICOLE, Diana Mary (nee Bachmann, formerly de la Rue) – Peacefully at Highfield House Care Home, St Peter Port, on Monday 16th December 2024 aged 94 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Max de la Rue and the late Christopher Nicole. Dearly loved mother of Colin, Nigel and Kay, and stepmother of Bruce, Jack, Ursula and the late Julie and Justine; also much loved by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Private family funeral service prior to cremation. Arrangements for a memorial service to be announced at a later date.

Susan Jones

JONES, Susan Margaret – On 4 December 2024 at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 73 years. Dearly loved daughter of the late Albert and Rosalie, sister of Peter and aunt of Rowena. In respect to Susan’s wishes, there will be no funeral.

June Davis

DAVIS, June (nee Stephenson) On 28th November 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan, loving mum of Wendy and Lynn and grandma of Alice and Rosie. Funeral service at Les Capelles Methodist Church on Monday 16 December at 10.30 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Guernsey Blind Association, c/o The Secretary, Four Cabot, St Andrews, GY6 8XE. Private Cremation.

Mandy Le Cornu

LE CORNU, Mandy Karen – At home on Monday 25th November 2024, aged 62. Adored daughter of Valerie and the late Len. Much loved mum to Damon, Ashley, nan to Lenni. Loved sister to Roger, Debbie and the late Michelle. Funeral arrangements to follow.

Lloyd Murley

MURLEY, Lloyd – On 23 November 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 88 years. Loved son of the late Albert and Ada, brother of Betty and the late Roy and Joan, uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle. A service to celebrate Lloyd’s life will be held at Martels Private Chapel on Thursday 5 December at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Private Interment.

Deborah Lapidus

LAPIDUS, Deborah (nee Lowe) - At home on Monday 25th November 2024, aged 62 with her family by her side after a short illness bravely borne. Adored mother of Jessica, beloved wife of Bobby, dearly loved sister of Karen, loved aunt and great aunt. Deeply missed by family and friends. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Friday 6 December at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Any kind donations in lieu may be sent to GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD. Private Cremation.

Robert Price

PRICE, Robert (Bob/Bobbie) – On 13th November 2024, suddenly at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 75 years. Much loved husband of Beverley, father of Neil and Ian, grandad of Morgan, Chloe, Finley, Amiee, Ben and Millie and a much loved father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service at the Forest Parish Church on Friday 22nd November at 11.00 a.m. to which all who knew Bob are welcome to attend. No flowers by request but donations in lieu may be sent to Dr Susan Wilson, The Tumaini Fund, Les Ruettes Farm, St Andrews, GY6 8UQ. Private Interment.

Susan Spruce

SPRUCE, Susan (nee Nicolle) – Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 6th November 2024 at Brehon Ward after a long illness, bravely borne, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of Tony. Much loved mum of Ellen and Libby and mother-in-law of Phil and Zander. Dear granny of Millie, Sam, Max and Grace. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Tuesday 19th November at 11.00 a.m. All who knew Sue are very welcome to attend. Family flowers only. Any kind donations you may wish to make in memory of Sue to be made to the Epilepsy Society (epilepsysociety.org.uk). Private Interment.

Doris Marquis

MARQUIS, Doris May – Passed away peacefully on Sunday 3rd November 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital after a short illness, aged 101 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Ted, a much loved mum of Val (Mechem) and the late Wendy. A very dear and loved mother-in-law of Mitch (John) and a loved and caring friend to so many. Funeral service at St Mary’s Church, L’Islet on Wednesday 13th November at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. No flowers by request but any kind donations in lieu may be sent to The Guernsey Cheshire Home, c/o The Treasurer, Shorncliffe, Rohais, St Peter Port, GY1 1FB. Private cremation.

Barrie Smith

SMITH, Barrie (Biffa) John - On 29th October 2024, peacefully at Roustel Ward, aged 78 years. Much loved husband of Dolores and a loved father, father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service at the Castel Parish Church on Tuesday 12th November at 11.30 a.m. to which all who knew Barrie are welcome to attend and please feel free to wear casual attire. No flowers by request but donations in lieu may be sent to Dementia Friendly Guernsey at dementiafriendlyguernsey.org.gg/donate/  Private Cremation.

Derek Mahy

MAHY, Derek (Dex) – On 30 October 2024 at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 80 years. Loved husband of the late Petronella (Bella). Dearly loved dad of Rachel and George, father-in-law of Paul and Jocelyn, grandad of Elysia and Charlie. Also a loving brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend to many. At Dex’s request there will be a private funeral with a celebration of his life at a later date. Any kind donations in memory of Dex may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF or Guernsey Alzheimers Association, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU.

Edward McDonaugh

McDONAUGH, Edward (Ted) – Peacefully on 30 October 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 86 years. Loving husband of Margaret and a friend to many. Requiem Mass at St Josephs Church on Thursday 14 November at 10.30 a.m. All who knew Ted are welcome. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to RNLI, Harbour Office, PO Box 631, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL or The Royal British Legion Guernsey, Northern Branch, c/o Kevin O’Kane, La Route de Picquerel, Vale, GY6 8JT. Private Cremation.

Marjorie Cripps

CRIPPS – Marjorie Brenda (Susie) (nee Brouard) – Passed away peacefully at Chateau des Tielles Residential Home, formerly of St Lucia, on Thursday 24th October 2024, aged 87 years. Widow of Brian, sister of Hazel and Geoff, sister-in-law of Hazel, loved aunt of Sofia and Robin and great aunt of Frankie, Grace, Jacques and Amelie. Funeral service at the Forest Parish Church on Friday 1st November 2024 at 2.30 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to the GSPCA, Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews, GY6 8UD. Private interment.

Alan Eker

EKER, Alan Louis – On 19th October 2024, peacefully at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 87 years. Much loved uncle of Martyn, Steven, Tina and the late Patrick. To respect Alan’s wishes, there will be no funeral. If anybody would like to send a donation in Alan’s memory, please send it to Les Bourgs Hospice, Tertre Lane, St Andrews, GY6 8SF.

Charles Renouf

RENOUF, Charles (Charlie) Richard – Peacefully at GreenAcres Care Home on 20 October 2024, aged 92 years. Loved husband and friend of the late Kathleen, devoted dad and father-in-law of Martyn and Helen, Stephen and his partner Jan, Diane, and the late Andrew, loving pop, pop-pop and brother. A true Guernseyman who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service at Vale Parish Church on Friday 8 November at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Guernsey Alzheimers Association, The Centre, Rue des Monts, Delancey, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU. Private Interment.

Valerie Hallett

HALLETT, Valerie (Val) Marguerite (nee Roberts) – Peacefully on 21 October 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Derrick (Dick). Loving mother of Jacqueline, Martyn, Andrew and Fiona. Caring grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Castel Parish Church on Monday 4 November at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Flowers may be sent to the church. Any kind donations may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF. Interment at Castel Cemetery.

Margaret Carre

CARRÉ, Margaret Ann (nee Timms) – On 18 October 2024 at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Martyn and Valentina, Nigel and Yvonne and an adored grandmother of Oliver, Ailbhe, Daniel, Isabel and Thomas. Loved sister of Diane and the late Gwen. Funeral service at St Sampsons Parish Church on Friday 1 November at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF. Private Cremation.

Margaret Henry

HENRY, Margaret Teresa (nee Pennington) – On 20th October 2024, peacefully in her sleep at Saumarez Park Manor Residential Home, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of Richard, adored mother of Matthew and loved by James and Kate. Sister of the late John and Yvonne, and sister-in-law of Jean, Len and the late John. A loved aunt.Funeral service at St Joseph’s Church on Tuesday 29th October at 11.00 a.m. to which all who knew Margaret are welcome to attend. No black attire. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to Les Bourgs Hospice, Rue du Tertre, St Andrews, GY6 8SF. Private cremation.

Antony Matheson

MATHESON, Antony – Died peacefully with his children at his side on 17 October 2024 at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 80 years. Beloved father of Charles, Arabella and Primrose, father-in-law of Philip and Rusty. Devoted grandfather to Araminta, Rose, Sasha, Agapantha and Wolf. Treasured brother of Piers and much loved uncle. Funeral service at St Andrews Parish Church on Friday 15 November at 12 noon. All welcome. Flowers may be sent to the church. Please let the family know if you wish to join them afterwards at The Old Government House Hotel, by emailing arabellaribon@icloud.com. Private Interment.

Rodney Collenette

COLLENETTE, Rodney Lewis - Passed away suddenly and peacefully with his family by his side at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital on 17th October 2024 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Liz, proud dad of Jon, Mike and Phil, doting father-in-law of Katey, Lou and Agnes, adored grandpa and papa of Joe, Eliza, Dan, Arthur and Tilly, loved brother of Janet and Marion. He loved his life and his family right to the end. Funeral service at The Town Church on Thursday 7 November at 10.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only with donations in lieu to a charity which you think Rodney would like - should you so wish.    Private Interment.

Robert Morley

MORLEY, Robert Alexander (Ali) – Unexpectedly at home on 17th August 2024, aged 49 years. Dearly loved brother of Sheridan and Steven. Much loved brother-in-law to Philip and uncle to Louis, Samuel, Orphee, Jude, and Koko. A Service of Celebration for Ali’s life will be held at Le Foulon Chapel on Monday 28th October at 2.00 p.m. All who knew Ali are welcome. Family flowers only. Any kind donations in Ali’s memory may be sent to RNLI, Harbour Office, PO Box 631, St Peter Port, GY1 3DL. Interment of Ali’s ashes at Le Foulon Cemetery after the service.

Margaret Torode

TORODE, Margaret Ann (nee Burton) – Margaret passed away peacefully on 11th October 2024, in her 90th year, with family by her side and in the comforting care of the staff of Cobo Suite, Maison de Quetteville. Devoted wife of the late Roy and much loved mum of Susan, Caroline, Jonathan and the late Helen. A loved mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at St Martin’s Parish Church on Wednesday 23rd October at 11.00 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be sent to Guernsey Action Aid via https://giving.gg/donate/charity/59 or cheques to The Treasurer, Mr Tim Archard, Plaisance Villa, Plaisance Road, St Peters, GY7 9SJ, or to Maison de Quetteville, Patients Comfort Fund, c/o Hon Treasurer, Mr R J Harbottle, Le Petit Moulinet, L’Ancresse Road, Vale, GY3 5AS.  Private Interment.

Dorothy Cousins

COUSINS, Dorothy Mary (nee Crittell) – On 9th October 2024, peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Colin, a much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Les Cotils on Thursday 31st October at 11.00 a.m. All welcome. Family flowers only.      Private cremation.

Patricia Mauger

MAUGER, Patricia (Pat/Tricia) (nee Bailey) – On 7 October 2024 peacefully at Les Bourgs Hospice. Dearest wife of the late Bill, beloved mother of Juliet and Marie and a loved and loving granny of Louie and Harriet (Hattie). Forever with the Lord! Funeral service at La Villiaze Evangelical Congregational Church on Thursday 17 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.

Jean Brehaut

BREHAUT, Jean Mary (nee Le Cras) - On Monday 7th October 2024, peacefully at GreenAcres Care Home, aged 80 years. Devoted wife of the late Bryan (BEM), a truly wonderful mother to Tracey, Nickie and Sarah, much loved mother-in-law of Kevin and Barney and an adored grandmother of Sophie, Emily, Lauren, Alex, Carmen and Catherine. A friend to many who will be greatly missed. Funeral service at St Sampsons Parish Church on Wednesday 16th October at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only but donations may be sent to the Alzheimer’s Society at https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/donate?form=DonateNow and Cancer Research UK at https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/              Private Interment.