Funeral Reports
Mollie Hartley
The funeral service, prior to cremation, for Mollie Hartley (nee Goddard), who died at Highfield House Care Home, aged 86, was held at Le Foulon Chapel and was conducted by Roger Browning. Included in the service was the Bible Reading, Psalm 23 and Eulogy. Patricia Holland read a poem which was written by Claire, daughter. The Recessional music was ‘Strangers in the Shore’ by Acker Bilk. The organist Graham Martel accompanied the singing of Morning has broken and All things bright...
Winifred Collas
The funeral service for Winifred Collas, widow of Martin, who died peacefully at the Chateau du Village Nursing Home, aged 102, was held at the Vale Parish Church and was conducted by the Rector, the Revd Beverley Hervé.
Pauline Leadbeater
The funeral service for Pauline Leadbeater (nee Trustum), widow of Reg, who died at her home, aged 87, was held at the Vale Parish Church and was conducted by The Very Rev Tim Barker, The Dean of Guernsey. The Bible Reading was from Matthew Chapter 6: 25-34. The family tribute was given by Mark, son and the Reading God’s Garden was read by Nikki, grand-daughter.
Francis Bowerbank
A Service of Celebration for the life of Francis Bowerbank, loved partner and best friend of Maggie, who died suddenly whilst in the UK, aged 76, was held at the Town Church and was conducted by the Rector, the Revd Penny Graysmith.
Ruth Mahy
The funeral service for Ruth Mahy (nee Bonnel), widow of John, who died peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 96, was held at St Paul’s Methodist Church and was conducted by the Revd Howard Stringer.
Ron Le Tissier
The funeral service for Ron Le Tissier, who died at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 87, was held at St Matthews Church and was conducted by the Revd Linda Le Vasseur. Gabriel’s Oboe by Ennio Morricone from film called The Misson was played on entrance. Included in the service was Memories of Ron read by Revd Linda Le Vasseur and Andy Le Tissier, son, read a personal tribute. Frank Sinatra’s My Way was played as the cortege left the church with a Bowls Guard of Honour.<...
Urban Gallienne
The funeral service, prior to cremation, for Urban Gallienne, widower of Rosemary, who died at Maison de Beauvoir Care Home, aged 82, was held at Le Foulon Chapel and was conducted by Stephen Francis.
Barbara Warr
The funeral service for Barbara Warr (nee Frampton), widow of David, who died peacefully at Maison de Beauvoir Care Home, aged 95, was held at St Andrews Parish Church and was conducted by The Dean, The Very Revd Tim Barker.
Graham Robert
A Service of Celebration was held at the Vale Douzaine Room for Graham Robert, husband of Sally, who died peacefully at Les Bourgs Hospice, aged 67 and was conducted by Michelle Duquemin, Celebrant.
Joan Bisson
The funeral service for Joan Elizabeth Bisson, widow of Roy, who died peacefully at her home, aged 95, was held at the Vale Parish Church and was conducted by the Rector, the Rev Beverley Hervé. The Bible Reading was from John 15: 12-17 and was read by Ann Le Druillenec, daughter and The Tribute was given by Geoffrey Bisson, son.
Barrie Coutanche
The funeral service for Barrie Coutanche, husband of Esther (nee Main) who died peacefully at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 84, was held at St Sampson’s Parish Church and was conducted by the Very Revd John A Guille. Included in the service were the readings ‘Remember’ by Christina Rossetti and was read by Daniel Porter and Psalm 23 was read by Sheila Mauger. The organist Nickie Paul accompanied the singing of Love divine, all loves excelling and Colours of day dawn...
Joan Coutanche
Requiem Mass was celebrated at St Josephs Church by Canon Christopher Rutledge, assisted by Canon Gerard Hetherington and Father Paul Dzwig for Joan Marion Coutanche (nee Blake), widow of Harry, who died at Le Platon Home, aged 100. The First Reading was from St Paul to the Thessalonians 4: 13-18 and was read by Paul, grandson. Canon Hetherington read The Gospel St Matthew, 5: 1-12.
Lily Martel
The funeral service for Lily Amy Martel (nee Vidamour), widow of Reuben, who died at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 90, was held at St Paul’s Methodist Church and was conducted by Rev Howard Stringer. The Reading from Matthew 5: 3-10 was read by Stephanie, grand-daughter and Older Woman’s Psalm was read by Joy Wessels. During Time for Reflection, Katherine Jenkins The Lord is my Shepherd was played.
Eric Ennis
The funeral service for Eric Ennis, husband of Joy, who died at his home, aged 74, was held at St Sampsons Parish Church and was conducted by the Rev Linda Le Vasseur. The opening music was The Prayer by Andrea Bocelli and Celine Dion. Memories of Eric were given by Dave Thompson, Dave Hadlington and Andy Pumford. The Bible Reading was from Ecclesiastes 3: 1-11 and during Moment of Reflection Thank you for the Years by Shirley Bassey was played. The closing piece of music was Frank Sinatra si...
Molly Friend
The funeral service for Molly Friend (nee Le Page), widow of Rex, who died peacefully at Maison de Beauvoir, aged 89, was held at the Vale Parish Church and was conducted by the Rector, the Rev Beverley Hervé.
Vanessa Bean
The funeral service for Vanessa Bean, who died at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 48, was held at the Vale Parish Church and was conducted by the Rev. Beverley Hervé. The service opened to the music The Difference by King’s X. Included in the service was the Bible Reading John 14: 1-6, 27, an address and a Tribute and during the Time of Reflection a photo montage was shown accompanied by Calling On You sung by Stryper. Jason Bean, brother, read a poem and Psalm 63: 6-8 was...
Chris Bachmann
The funeral service, prior to cremation, for Chris Bachmann, husband of Frances, who died at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, aged 62, was held at Le Foulon Chapel and was conducted by the Revd Linda Le Vasseur.
Ken Robilliard
The funeral service, prior to cremation, for Ken Robilliard, husband of Yvonne, who died on his 75th birthday at Les Bourgs Hospice, took place at Le Foulon Chapel and was conducted by Michelle Duquemin. Celebrant.
Andrew (Andy) Creed
A service of celebration for the life of Andrew Robert (Andy) Creed, husband of Elaine, who died peacefully at his home, aged 68 years, took place at the Castel Parish Church and was conducted by the Very Revd John A Guille.
