The announcement of a loved one’s passing in local news media remains a heartfelt tradition, and we are honored by the trust placed in us to share these meaningful tributes. Each funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our website also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk, the UK’s leading platform for death notices and memorials. These notices remain online indefinitely, offering family and friends a lasting tribute—a secure place to share memories, post tributes, add photographs, and donate in memory of those they have lost.
Every week, we reflect on the lives of beloved community members with funeral notices and dedicated online tribute pages. To view the latest announcements or to add your own tributes, please visit funeral-notices.co.uk or contact our dedicated team on 01482 908084.
Below is a selection of recent notices from Gloucestershire:
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Passed away unexpectedly on Monday 16th March 2026, aged 61. A beloved figure dearly missed by family and friends. The funeral service will be held at Cheltenham Crematorium, Willow Chapel, on Wednesday 8th April 2026 at 10:30 AM. Flowers or donations to St Michaels Church, Whaddon, are welcome.
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Donald Carpenter peacefully passed away at Cheltenham General Hospital on 23rd February, surrounded by loved ones. Survived by his wife Barbara, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Funeral on Wednesday 25th March at 11:30 AM at Cheltenham Crematorium.
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A respected music teacher passed on 25th February 2026, aged 90. Cherished wife, mother, and friend whose generosity touched many. Funeral service at Gloucester Cathedral on Monday 30th March at 1:15 PM. Donations for Alzheimer’s prevention charities welcomed.
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John, former headmaster of Bitton and Courtney Primary Schools, died peacefully aged 94. He is remembered fondly by his family. Service at St James Church, Mangotsfield, on Friday 1st May 2026 at noon.
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Pamela peacefully passed at home on 18th March 2026, aged 88. A loving mother and friend. Funeral at Cheltenham Crematorium, Oak Chapel, Wednesday 15th April at 11:00 AM. Donations in her memory will support charities Chickenshed and Cobalt Health.
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Harold, a beloved journalist and garden writer, died on 6th March aged 94. His funeral will be at Willow Chapel, Cheltenham Cemetery, on Wednesday 1st April at 11:30 AM.
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Barbara passed peacefully on 8th March after a brave battle with cancer. Her strength and warmth will be deeply missed. Funeral at Gloucester Crematorium on Friday 17th April at noon, with a joyful celebration to follow.
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Multiple others from the Gloucestershire community, including devoted parents, grandparents, and friends, have been commemorated this week with funerals scheduled at Cheltenham Crematorium and local churches, accompanied by tributes and donations to causes close to their hearts.
We extend our deepest sympathies to all the families and friends mourning their loved ones, and we honor the memories of these outstanding individuals whose lives touched so many.