IN MEMORIAM: Death notices in the SNJ this week

Doug Gregory of Knapp Farm, Brimscombe peacefully passed away on July19, aged 88 years. Much loved by family and friends. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Longfield c/o Allen-White, Funeral Directors, Crown Mews, Bath Road, Kings Stanley, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 3JG. Tel: 01453 822409.

Helen Anne Norman (Neé Macefield) of Frithwood, passed away at home on the July 16 2020, aged 50 years. A much-loved mother, daughter, sister and aunt. Due to the current restrictions a private funeral and burial service will be held on the 7th August 2020.

A gathering in Helen's memory will be held at The Kings Head, France Lynch from 3.30pm. All friends welcome. Please wear bright colours. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to The Marah Trust, may be sent to: Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Station House, Station Road, Stroud, GL5 3AR. Or online at www.michaelgamble.net

Michael James Powell "Mike", husband of the late Judy Powell passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday July 18 2020, aged 83 years. Much-loved Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Dearly missed by all his loving family. c/o Allen-White, Funeral Directors, Crown Mews, Bath Road, King's Stanley, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 3JG. Tel: 01453 822409.

Dr Hugh Arthur Kearsey of Minchinhampton, died peacefully at home on July 23, 2020 aged 89 years.

Beloved husband of Jean and loving father of Ian, Andrew, Richard and their Wives Alison, Sheryll, Gail, and Grand and Great Grand Children. There will be a private funeral service. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cotswold Canals Trust may be sent to Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Station House, Station Road, Stroud, GL5 3AR. 01453 790900 www.michaelgamble.ne.

Bettie Akhurst on July 17, 2020 at Moreton Hill, formerly of Brownshill. Beloved wife of the late Joe. Loved and loving Mum to Lynn, Roger, Mike and the late Val. Devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Gloucester Crematorium on 6th August at 1p.m Donations if desired to Alzheimer's Society and can be sent c/o Selim Smith & Co, Heron Lodge, Painswick Road, Gloucester GL4 4QJ.

Dr Sheila Mary Morrison of Randwick died peacefully at home on the July 22, 2020 aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Revd Hon Nial Ranald Morrison and a much-loved mother and grandmother. Due to current restrictions a private funeral service will be held, followed by interment in Randwick Churchyard. Any donations, if desired, to Sunflowers Suicide Support may be sent to: Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Station House, Station Road, Stroud. GL5 3AR. 01453 790900 or online at www.michaelgamble.net.

Brian Robert Sessions passed unexpectedly, but peacefully, at home aged 83. Will be hugely missed by wife Shirley, children Mark, Michael, Ben and Jody and all his grandchildren. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made through Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Stroud 01453 790900 michaelgamble.net to Help For Heroes.

Peter John Goodwin aged 81 years, passed away peacefully on Saturday July, 25 2020. A devoted husband of Sheila for 57 years, a loving father of John, Simon, Kate and Emma and the best Grandpa of George, Jacob, Will, Francesca, Charlie, Jack, Christian, Kian and Alana. A private family funeral will be held due to current restrictions. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of the British Heart Foundation may be sent c/o Philip Ford and Son Funeral Directors, Dirleton House, Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4ES.

John Balderson formerly of Ruscombe and Inchbrook, sadly passed away at Richmond Village, Painswick on July 19 in his 97th year. Always a gentleman.

Andrew Collins 'Andy' of Stroud passed away peacefully at home on July 16, aged 73 years Loving Husband of Angela, devoted Father of David, Matthew, Kayleigh and Luke, doting Pops to Grandaughter Esme, much loved Father in Law, Brother, Uncle and Friend to many A private family Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, August 12th, at St Matthews Church at 1 pm and Burial at Slad Holy Trinity Church at 2 pm Donations may be sent if desired to Longfield Minchinhampton c/o Philip Ford and Son, Stroud.

Patricia Hazel Miles (Nee durn) sadly passed away on Tuesday July 21, aged 93 years following a long illness bravely borne. A much loved mother to Helen and Nigel, she leaves behind 5 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and a sister Gill. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends and those who cared for her in her last months. Due to the current circumstances the service is by invitation only and will be taking place on Thursday 20th August at Stroud Cemetery, 12.00pm. Flowers welcome or Donations to Cancer Research can be sent via cheque to Philip Ford and Son, Dirleton House, Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4ES.

Sheila Mary Willis sadly passed away at home on Monday July 13, aged 92 years. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. An invite only funeral service is to take place on Monday 3rd August at Gloucester Crematorium, 1.30pm. Donations in memory of Sheila for the NSPCC can be made out by cheque and sent c/o Philip Ford and Son, Dirleton House, Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4ES.