The hardest part of life is saying goodbye to a loved one.
But it is hugely important they are given a proper send off, to let people know of their passing, and also to tell people who they were and how important they were to their family.
Below is the list of notices of deaths and upcoming funerals that have been submitted to our newspapers over the last week.
Many are inviting loved ones to attend memorial services later in the year, once the coronavirus pandemic is over, while others are offering a way to donate to a charity in their memory.
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Gordon ALLEN - we are sad to announce the death of Gordon. Father, grandfather and teacher for many years at St. Dunstan's School in Glastonbury. Always kind and considerate. He will be much missed by his friends and family.
Vic BRIMBLE - of Perth, Australia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, aged 81 years. Formerly of Chew Magna. Sadly missed by Ursula, Beryl, Esme, Bridget and his late brother, Geoff and families.
Rosemary Audrey Rose BROWN - wife of the late John of Somerton, passed peacefully away at Beechwood Care Home in Yeovil on May 5, aged 88. Dearly loved mum, nana, sister-in-law, aunty and friend. Private family cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance.
C.H.E "Clem" CLEMENTS - "Clem" passed away peacefully at The Glen Care Home in Evercreech on April 27, aged 97 years. Private funeral service. Donations, if desired, for Versus Arthritis.
Florence Mary COLLINS - Mary passed away peacefully on May 2, aged 93. Loved and sadly missed by son Stephen, daughter-in-law Julie, grandson Philip and wife Leona and granddaughter Eloïse and husband Ross. Blessed with great-grandsons Alfie, Finn, Charlie and Phoenix but not with enough time to enjoy them. Her spirit will live on in all of us. Now at peace with husband Bert and free from suffering. Private family cremation. A celebration of Nanny Mary's life will be held at a future date.
Remembering every life
We want to make sure there's an opportunity for every life lost to be remembered properly.
At this time, many more of us are feeling the loss of a loved one, friend or someone in our lives.
And it may be more difficult than normal to say goodbye and pay our respects.
We're offering everyone the chance to pay tribute to someone they have lost.
You may want to let others know how important and special that person was to you.
Or you may wish to offer your support and condolences to others.
If you want to remember someone who has recently passed away contact newsdesk@westgaz.co.uk and mark your message Remembering Every Life.
We'll do our best to acknowledge every tribute in some way. If you do not wish to be contacted by a journalist about your tribute, please let us know.
There are other ways to find support, too.
Samaritans (116 123) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you’re feeling, or if you’re worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org.
Peter Charles Sydney DENYER - our wonderful dad, granddad and great-granddad passed away peacefully at home on April 28. A Dorking man through and through, he loved his golf, fishing, garden and family. Dearly missed by his five daughters, family and friends. Sweet dreams Daddy, now at last in the arms of your beloved wife, Lillian. Forever in our hearts.
Jean ELLIOTT nee Sparrow - passed away peacefully on May 11, aged 91 years. Much-loved wife of the late Peter Elliott, also a loving mum and grandma. A private cremation will be held. A thanksgiving service will be held at a later date.
Nathan GREAVES - died at home in Odd Down on April 27. Much-loved son, brother, nephew and friend. COVID-19 means a family funeral only but we will celebrate his life as soon as the lockdown allows.
Peter HALDAN - formerly of Dorchester on May 7, passed peacefully away at Yeovil Hospital, aged 89 years. He was a much-loved father to Susan and her partner John, brother of Christine, brother-in law of Simon, and husband of the late Margaret Haldan. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Donations if desired to RSPB or Alzheimer's Society.
Richard Charles HARTNELL - Tricky Dicky on May 7 sadly lost the battle with his cancer, and his larger than life character will be missed by his wife Sarah and children Amelia, Megan, Adam, Rebecca and grandson Chester, dad Keith and sister Rose, uncle Wobin and aunty Bridget and their families. And his fishing mates and you guys know who you are. Love you Tricky Dicky XX.
Bettina Primrose "Betty" HUBBARD - passed away peacefully on May 3 at the Royal United Hospital in Bath, aged 91 years. Wife of the late Roy Hubbard. Mother to Dr Stephen Williams and Mrs Diana Pow. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Private family funeral will be held on Tuesday, May 19. A celebration of her life to be held at a later date, once circumstances allow.
Reuben Theodore "Ben" HUSSEY - sadly passed away on May 1, aged 87. Beloved husband of Barbara, dearly loved father of Susan, Sara, sons-in-law Falah and Joerg. Grandfather to Hamad, Hussam, Harry and Tara. Private family cremation. A celebration of Ben's life will be held at a future date.
Norman KITCHEN - of Burtle, passed away peacefully on April 28, aged 83. A private funeral service will be held. A memorial service will be held later in the year.
David John LLEWELLYN - of Sunnymead, Oakhill and formerly of Shepton Mallet sadly lost his fight to cancer and passed away on May 2, peacefully with his family. Loved brother, dad and granddad. Neil, Petrena, Lauren & JJ.
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Barbara Evelyn Hegarty POLLARD - passed away peacefully at Primley House Residential Care Home, aged 96 years. Much-loved mum to Deirdre, Lindsay (deceased), Neil, Sally and Sean. Much loved mum-in-law, nanny, and 'Great Little Nanny', forever in our hearts. Funeral service to be held on Monday, May 18 at 11.15am.
Edna REES - passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 10, aged 80 years. Beloved wife to Roy. Much-loved sister of June. Loving mother to Tim and Nigel, mother-in-law to Nikki and Pat. Loving nanny to Adam, Jessica, Sam, Sarah-Jayne and Matt. Private family funeral to be held on Friday, May 22 at 1.30pm.
Neil Thomas "Didi" SMITH - much-loved husband, dad, father-in-law, grandfather (Didi), to Valerie, Karen, Clive, Lauren and Shannon. Passed away at home on May 4, aged 82, following a short battle with prostate cancer. Private family cremation, with a celebration of life gathering later in the year.
Ronald "Ron" STONEMAN - peacefully passed away at the RUH in Bath on Monday, May 4, aged 83 years. Devoted father to Tim, grandfather to Isabel, and father-in-law to Liz, and a dear and joyful friend to many. Family only for funeral, a memorial service will be held with details to follow. Donations to the Children's Society and Guide Dogs for the Blind please.
Ivor Frederick TOOGOOD - passed away peacefully on April 21, aged 94. Widower of Margaret, much-loved father to Jeanette and Jo and proud granddad to Charlie and Ellie. Formerly of Hinton Charterhouse. A funeral service and private family service took place on May 14. Donations if desired to Dorothy House Hospice Care
Tiffany Aimee TOVEY - unexpectedly taken from us on April 30, aged 33 years. With great sadness and in loving memory. Chris, Angela, Catherine, Isobel, Charlotte, Mark, Harrison, Jack and Rosie. Grandparents Richard and Barbara xxxxx.
Robert Thomas "Bobby" TOWNSEND - Bob passed away peacefully on April 22, aged 85 years at Larkhall Springs Nursing Home. Husband to Pat, cherished father of Karen, Simon, Rebecca, Richard and wonderful grandfather of six children. Private ceremony at Haycombe Cemetery on May 12. Donations gratefully received to the Alzheimer's Society. There will be a celebration of Bob's life with family and friends at a later date. Our grateful thanks to the doctors, carers and staff at Larkhall Springs who looked after Bob in these last few months.
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Vera May VAUGHAN - passed away peacefully at home on April 30, aged 97 years. Vera will be greatly missed by all her loving family and friends. Due to these unprecedented times, the funeral will be close family only and will take place at Mendip Crematorium on Friday, May 29 at 12.30pm. As so few of those who knew her may attend, please can you spare a moment to reflect on this remarkable lady who belongs to a generation the like of which we will never see again and wish her well on her last journey.
Malcolm Cedric WILKINS - owner of Edna's Ladieswear Shop, Weston, Bath. Died peacefully on April 19 at Larkhall Springs Nursing Home, Swainswick, aged 85. A private cremation took place on May 6. He is survived by his wife Betty. Donations in memory of Malcolm are being received for Age UK.
