Here are the death announcements carried in the Stroud News and Journal this week.

BEVAN

David

Of Nailsworth.

With deep sorrow we announce David’s death on 14th May.

Succeeded by his dear Son Roger, David was much loved by his partner Margaret and her children Judith, Elizabeth, Jackie and Charles.

Due to current restrictions a private funeral attended only by family and close friends will take place.

Family flowers only, but donations in lieu, for (and made payable to) The Salvation Army would be gratefully received and may be sent c/o Fred Stevens Funeral Directors, Newmarket Road, Nailsworth, GL6 0DQ or donate online at: fredstevens.co.uk

COATES

Keith

Of Chalford Hill, formerly Minchinhampton.

Died peacefully at Horsfall House after a long illness, on the 17th May aged 82 years.

Beloved husband of Lin, father to Steve, father-in-law of Sally and devoted grandad to Alexander (Berlin).

A private funeral service will be held at The Church of St John the Baptist, France Lynch on the 8th June.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired (and made payable to) to Parkinsons UK may be sent to Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Station House, Station Road, Stroud GL5 3AR or online at michaelgamble.net.

DICKENSON

Violet

‘Vi’

Of Lypiatt Lodge, Bisley.

Died peacefully at home with her family, on 20th May 2021 aged 89 years.

Beloved wife of the late Jim and a much-loved mother, and grandmother.

Her funeral service will be held at All Saints Church, Bisley on Thursday 3rd June, followed by burial.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired (and cheques payable to) Bisley PCC or Cobalt Health may be sent to Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Station House, Station Road, Stroud GL5 3AR or online at michaelgamble.net.

DURELL

Mary

Passed away peacefully on Monday 3rd May 2021, aged 92 years.

Due to the latest guidelines, attendance at the funeral is by invitation only.

No flowers by request.

Donations, if desired, to Guide Dogs may be sent direct via the link below.

dignityfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices/03-05-2021-mary-durell

Enquiries may be directed to Philip Ford & Son, tele: 01453 763592.

HUNTER

John

of Selsley West.

Sadly passed away on 10th May.

A much-loved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and well respected local vet.

He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.

Due to current restrictions a private cremation will take place.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired (and cheques payable to) The Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospitals Charity (for the benefit of Ward 8B at GRH) may be sent to: Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Station House, Station Road, Stroud GL5 3AR or online at michaelgamble.net

PENNINGTON

Robert Frederick

Formerly of Mill Farm Drive, Stroud.

Sadly, passed away on Saturday 15th May 2021, aged 93 years.

Beloved Husband of the late Sylvia.

Much loved and dearly missed by his family and friends.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired may be sent for British Heart Foundation c/o Allen-White, Funeral Directors, Crown Mews, Bath Road, King’s Stanley, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 3JG. Tel: 01453 822409.

POOLE

Margaret

Late of Bussage and Thrupp.

Passed away peacefully with her family at her side, on 16th May 2021 aged 94 years.

Wife of the late Richard ‘Dick’, dearly loved Mother of Caroline and Isobel, adored Nan and Great-Nan to Victoria, Harriet and Megan.

Funeral service to take place at Cheltenham Crematorium, Willow Chapel on Wednesday 2nd June at 10.30am.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for the Alzheimer’s Society may be sent c/o Michael Gamble Funeral Directors, Station House, Station Road, Stroud, GL5 3AR or online at michaelgamble.net

RILEY

Brian John

Of Nailsworth.

Peacefully after a short illness on 12th May, aged 67 years.

A much loved, Father, Son, Brother, Friend and Gardener.

Although restrictions are being lifted, to allow for social distancing the funeral will be by family invite.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be sent for (and made payable to) Thrive, (a charity that supports social and therapeutic horticulture and gardening) c/o Fred Stevens Funeral Directors, Newmarket Road, Nailsworth, Glos. GL6 0DQ. or donate online at fredstevens.co.uk

SKERTEN

Ronald Ernest

Passed away at Stroud General Hospital on Thursday 20th May 2021, aged 82.

Beloved Husband of the late Thelma.

Ron is survived by his loving children, Simon and Jayne, also his six Grandchildren and one Great-Grandson.

He will be greatly missed by all.

The Funeral will take place on Thursday 3rd June 2021.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Stroud Hospitals League of Friends c/o Allen-White, Funeral Directors, Crown Mews, Bath Road, King’s Stanley, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 3JG.

Tel: 01453 822409.

SMITH

Robert John

“John”

Of Stonehouse.

Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 16th May 2021, aged 91 years.

Devoted Husband to his late wife Mary and beloved Dad to Rob.

Donations, if desired, may be sent for Longfield c/o Allen-White, Funeral Directors, Crown Mews, Bath Road, King’s Stanley, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 3JG.

Tel: 01453 822409.

WIMPERIS

Mike

Aged 57.

Died in his sleep at home on May 16th.

Beloved youngest son of Gillian and the late Peter Wimperis, brother to Sarah, Jack and Rob.

Private Cremation.

Plant a tree in his memory.