Every death and funeral notice in Bath and Somerset in the last seven days

One of the hardest parts 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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Peggy ALFORD - of Curry Rivel, passed away on May 15, aged 91 years. Will be sadly missed. A private family funeral service will take place at Taunton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired, for Diabetes UK.

Margaret Rose "Marg" ATKINS - of Yeovil, passed away peacefully in the Knoll Care Home on May 3, aged 88 years. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.

Alexandra Leigh BARNES - died peacefully, aged 30, on May 5, at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, after a sudden illness. Loving partner of Tom, darling youngest daughter of David and Jody, dearest sister of Emmy and Georgia and devoted auntie to Charlotte, Molly and Mia. No kinder soul walked this earth. One who touched the hearts of everyone she met. 'Though She be but little, She is fierce'. Private funeral service at Weston Mill Crematorium at 12.30pm on Wednesday, May 27. Family flowers only. In her memory, donations can be made to Epilepsy Research UK, a charity dear to Alex's heart.

Una Ruth BEASLEY - aged 95 years of Wincanton, on May 12, peacefully at Yeovil Hospital. A much-loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Private cremation.

Terence "Terry" BIDDISCOMBE - sadly passed away on April 8 at Dorset County Hospital. Many thanks to all the doctors and nurses and care home staff at Maiden Castle House. He will be missed by all his family and friends. Cremation took place on April 22, a memorial service is to be arranged.

Mary BOULT - passed away peacefully on May 13, aged 89 years. This dearly loved lady will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Private cremation will be held on June 2. Family flowers only please, but donations in memory of Mary are kindly invited to Yeovil Hospital.

Ivy Lillian BROUGHTON - mother of Annabel and 'Aunt Ive', was born in Hill Head, Glastonbury, on May 30, 1919 and died in the same house on May 11. Family cremation at Mendip Crematorium. A gathering for Ivy's friends to remember her life will take place when circumstances permit. Grateful thanks to Yeovil Hospital, Glastonbury Care Home and West Mendip Hospital. Special thanks to Candlelight Care staff, Glastonbury Surgery and the nurses who enabled Ivy to stay at home in her last months in accordance with her wishes.

Vera Joan COLES - died at home on May 13, aged 74 years. A much-loved and sadly missed mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. A private funeral service is to take place. Donations kindly accepted in Vera's memory for Cats Protection Yeovil.

Ronald Edwin "Ron" COOMBES - of Catcott, passed away peacefully at Wellfield House Care Home on May 9, aged 93 years. Dearly loved father of Anne, loving grandfather of Mark, Paul and Tim, dear brother of Fred and Tony and much loved uncle of Doreen and Roger who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic regulations, a private cremation service will be held at Sedgemoor Crematorium. A memorial service will be arranged at a later date.

Gladys Joan CURTIS (nee Walton) - widow of late Ivor. Beloved mum, grandmother and great-grandmother aged 96 years. Passed away peacefully at Culverhayes Nursing Home in Bath on May 13. There will be a private burial service due to restrictions. If anyone would like to pay their respects to Mum on her final journey, she will leave from her home in Greenhill on June 2 at around 10.30am and travel through Welton, Midsomer Norton, High Street, Paulton then to High Littleton for 11am. A celebration of Mum's life will take place at a later date.

Basil D'OLIVEIRA - Wing Commander, OBE, FRIN, formerly of the RAF, died peacefully at home in Camerton on May 10. Beloved husband of Molly (née Silcox). Devoted father to Martin and Elizabeth. Loving grandfather to Isabella, Ollie and Zac. A celebration of his life will take place at a later date when circumstances allow.

Claudia DUNFORD (nee Cramond) - passed away peacefully at Dorothy House Hospice on May 12, aged 88 years. Beloved mother of Helen, mother-in-law to Mark and wonderful grandma to 'the boys'. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Due to the current situation a private cremation will take place at Haycombe Crematorium followed by a celebration of her life at a future date to be advised.

Cyril Edgar FEAR - of Midsomer Norton, died peacefully on May 8. Much loved by all of his family. Private cremation. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for British Heart Foundation.

Janet FIELDING (nee Bull) - passed away peacefully at Fosse House Nursing Home on May 12. Reunited with husband John and son Paul. Greatly missed by daughter Shirley, son Martin and all who knew her. Survived by five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Always in our hearts. Rest in peace. Donations if desired, for Dorothy House.

Mark FORD - passed away suddenly on May 11, aged 57 years. He will be sadly missed by all his family. Donations in memory of Mark for MIND.

Sally Ann FORD - beloved wife and best friend of John, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 1, aged 57. Remembered today and every day with love and affection. Taken much too early, we had so many plans for the future and early retirement. This was not part of the plan. You'll never be forgotten. Loving husband John. The funeral service will be held at South Bristol Crematorium on Friday, May 22 at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for The British Heart Foundation and Macmillan Cancer Care.

Pauline GAY (nee Grant) - wife to David, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a short illness on Friday, May 15. Funeral service on Monday, June 1. Donations if desired can be made directly to Dorothy House.

Jane Ruck-Nightingale GIBBONS - of Misterton, passed peacefully away at home on May 2. A funeral service will take place for family members only at Yeovil Crematorium on Friday, May 22 at 2pm. No flowers. Donations are being received in memory of Jane for Dorset Wildlife Trust.

Irene Winifred GODFREY - of Baltonsborough, passed away peacefully on May 15, aged 93. A much-loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, made payable to Cancer Research UK.

David Richard James GOUGH - passed away peacefully on May 8, aged 78 years. He is much loved and will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. In light of the current situation, a private family service will be held on TuesdayMay 26, at 3pm. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of David are being received for Cancer Research UK.

Gordon Bridgeman GRIFFITHS - passed away peacefully on May 13, aged 83 years. He is much loved and will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. In light of the current situation, a private family service will be taking place. Family flowers only please.

Daisy May HANCOCK - passed peacefully away at home on May 14, aged 87. Loving wife to the late Ronald Leslie. Beloved mum to Alan, Colin, Martin, Cheryl and Wendy. Devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all her family. The funeral service is to take place at St Nicholas Churchyard in Radstock on Wednesday, June 3,at 2pm. Only immediate family members to attend. Donations in memory of Daisy may be sent direct to Combe Ward at the Royal United Hospital in Bath.

Patrick John "Pat" HEFFERNAN - aged 67 years, of Castle Cary, died on May 13, suddenly but peacefully at his home. A much-loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Private cremation. A celebration to follow at a later date. Donations in memory of Pat are being invited for the Fire Fighters Charity.

Caroline Irene HILL - of Street, passed away suddenly on May 8, aged 76 years. Much-loved and missed wife, mother and nan. Funeral service at Mendip Crematorium at 2.30 pm on Friday, May 29, attended by close family only.

Joyce Winifred HOLLAND - of Somerton, passed away peacefully on May 9, aged 101 years. A much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We will plan a memorial service when safe to do so. No flowers but any donations, if desired, made payable to ActionAid UK.

Marie HOLLOWAY - of Petton Cross, passed away peacefully at St Margaret's Hospice in Taunton on May 9 after a short illness, bravely borne, aged 60. Much-loved wife of Geoff, daughter of Mary North, sister of Jo and Jane and auntie to Sian and Zoe. Marie will be deeply missed by all her family, friends and her beloved dog Obi. Due to the current public health crisis, there will be a private cremation service at Taunton Deane Crematorium. In memoriam, donations will be shared between Dunkery Ward at Musgrove Park Hospital and St Margaret's Somerset Hospice. This is to reflect the family's heartfelt thanks for the care and support shown to Marie and them at this very difficult time.

John HOOKINS - much-loved husband, dad, grandad, brother, friend and pastor passed peacefully away at home on May 12, aged 76. Rest in peace John. Rise in glory. A private funeral service is to be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Tuesday, May 26, at 2pm, for immediate family only. No flowers please, but donations if desired to Dorothy House Hospice.

Ann Leone Murray HOPKINS-CLARKE (née Hopkins) - on May 14, aged 88, peacefully at home in Bath. Beloved mother to Nicholas, Adrian and Joanna, stepmother to Symon, Debbie and Harry, and grandmother to Charles and John. Memorial service will be held later.

Jackson HOUSE - of Somerton, formerly of Wytherston and Powerstock, passed peacefully away at home May 15, aged 88. Dearly loved and missed by all his family and friends. Private family cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Cancer Research UK.

Roy HULBERT - passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, aged 85 years. Will be sadly missed by wife Georgina, his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Private service, followed by a celebration of his life, to be held at a later date.

Shelagh Reed JAMES - much loved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died peacefully at home in the early morning of Thursday, May 14. A lifelong pacifist and campaigner, she will be greatly missed by husband John, children Cathy, Tom and Sophy, grandchildren Abby, Joe, Amity, Connie, Wilf and Ted, great-grandchildren Alf, Larry and Clover, those siblings' partners, Julian, Olly and Rose, and of course many, many friends and comrades. There will be a small private cremation followed by a larger life celebration later in the year. No flowers please but donations to Amnesty International.

Walter "Bill" MANNING - the daughter of Walter (Bill) Manning, formerly of Southview, is sad to announce his passing on March 20 at The Tudors in Glastonbury. Bill worked at Mendip Hospital from the mid-1950s until his retirement from the NHS. He was a much loved dad to Hilary and the late Philip, and a much loved granddad and great-granddad to Paul, Karen, Naomi, Megan, Ben, Chloe, Louise, Lucas, Jacob and Harry. We would like to thank Dr Trotter and The Tudors for the wonderful care given to Dad. There will be a memorial service later in the year. Goodnight, God bless until we can hold you again.

Ann MARSH - passed away peacefully on May 7, aged 82 years. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Special thanks to the carers who enabled us to fulfil her wish to remain in her own home. Due to the current circumstances, there will be a private cremation and a celebration of Ann's life will be held at a later date. Donations if desired in lieu of flowers to Above and Beyond.

David Michael "Dave"OLLIS - Dave lost his battle with his long illness on May 14. Loving husband, dad and granddad. Rest in peace. Love you. Xx. Jenny, Acheal, Sam, Rob and Chris.

Nannette Carole PAXTON (nee Jenkins) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing, on Saturday, May 9, of a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and aunt, aged 81 years. Loved forever, forgotten never. Funeral to be held with close family only, at Haycombe Crematorium on Friday, May 22. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Family flowers only, donations for Research Institute for Care of Older People (RICE).

Edna May PRESCOTT - formerly of Misterton, passed away peacefully at Malmesbury Court in Yeovil on Friday, May 15, aged 100 years. A much-loved wife to the late Ken and a dear mother to Martyn, Judy and the late Mike. Due to the current restrictions, a private funeral service will take place.

Valerie RABBITTS - sadly passed peacefully away on Thursday, May 7. Reunited again with her treasured husband Tony. Rest in peace Mum. Love Paul and Tracey.

Barbara SALISBURY - formerly of Higher Odcombe, passed away peacefully on May 14, aged 87 years. Much-loved wife of the late Roy Salisbury, mum to Nick and Jill, grandma to Vanessa, Alison, Ellie and Tim and great-grandma. A private cremation service will take place. No flowers, donations in memory of Barbara for Parkinson's UK.

Win SAVIDGE - passed away peacefully on May 17, aged 84 years. Much-loved wife of the late Ben Savidge, loving mum, sister, grandmother and great grandmother. A private funeral service will take place.

Peggy Eileen SHAW - beloved mother, of Wedmore, passed away on May 8, with family by her side. In light of the current situation, a private family service was held on May 20. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Family flowers only please, donations and tributes in memory of Peggy are being received for Weston Hospicecare and Marie Curie.

Beryl SIDDONS - of Wells, passed peacefully away at home on May 7, aged 92 years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Mendip Crematorium on Tuesday, May 26 at 11.30am. At this time numbers are extremely limited so anyone wishing to attend, please contact Bruce Hanwell on 01173 824038. We ask that you do not come on the day without doing so first. Family flowers only but donations, if desired, made payable to Wells Cathedral for the music school.

Edna Mary STOCKER - died peacefully at West Abbey Nursing Home in Yeovil on May 8, aged 89. A much-loved and sadly missed mum, nanny & great-nanny. Private funeral service to take place.

Bernard Arthur THORNER - formerly of Shipton Gorge and Yeovil, died suddenly at Hazelwell Lodge in Ilminster on Wednesday, May 6, aged 89 years. A much-loved father of David and Katie and grandfather to Henry, he will be greatly missed. A private service will take place at Yeovil Crematorium on March 29, followed by a memorial service in Shipton Gorge at a later date.

Jayne TOWERS - passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 12, aged 42 years. Beloved wife of Steve, daughter to Jim and Gaye, sister to Nigel and Sarah and Auntie Jayne to many. Jayne will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. A private funeral service will take place at Yeovil Crematorium on Thursday, May 28 at midday. The funeral cortege will leave from the family home at 11.40am to travel to the crematorium.

Roslyn Jeanette "Ros" VIDLER (nee Payne) - of Taunton and formerly of Hinckley, passed peacefully away at St Margaret's Hospice in Taunton on May 11, aged 71 years. A loving wife, mother and grandmother. Owing to the present situation, Ros' funeral will be private. A thanksgiving service will be arranged at a later date. Donations if desired in memory of Ros for St Margaret's Hospice.

Barbara Annis Rees WALKER - formerly of Gosforth, died peacefully at home in Wellington on May 13, aged 85. Loving wife to Edwin and mum to Sue and Glyn. Service at Taunton Crematorium on Wednesday, May 27 at 3pm. No flowers, donations to Alzheimers Society welcome.

Norma WARLEY - died peacefully at her home on Friday, May 8, aged 88 years. Widow of the late Geoff Warley. A wonderful, kind and loving mum to Rachael and Helen, and mum-in-law to Steve. Norma was loved and respected by all who knew her throughout her life, and she will be greatly missed.

Geoffrey William WHITE - much loved husband, father, grandfather and uncle, died peacefully at the Royal United Hospital in Bath on Friday, May 8. A lifelong traveller and a prominent member of the Silver Ring choir and the Newbridge Male Voice before that, he will be greatly missed by all his family and of course many, many friends. There will be a small private cremation followed by a larger life celebration later in the year. No flowers please but donations to the stroke ward at the Royal United Hospital.

Eileen WILLIS (nee Keates) - passed away peacefully on May 13, aged 90 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family. A private funeral service will be held. Donations in memory of Eileen for Dementia UK.