Sharing the news of a loved one’s passing through local media is a time-honored tradition, and we are privileged to be trusted with these important announcements. Every funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our website is also featured on funeral-notices.co.uk — the UK’s leading platform for death notices and memorials.
Each notice remains permanently accessible online, offering families and friends a lasting tribute to their loved ones. This secure space allows for sharing memories, adding tributes and photographs, and making donations in honor of those who have passed.
Every week, we pay homage to those remembered in our community through funeral notices and dedicated online tribute pages. Below is a selection of recent announcements published this week:
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Ian, aged 78, who passed away on 24th February, was born in Bolsover, Derbyshire. From a young age, he nurtured a deep passion for horses. After purchasing his first pony for £40 as a boy and training it himself, Ian competed in showjumping—participating many times at the Horse of the Year Show at Wembley. Later, he trained exceptional showjumping horses at his stud farm, Elm Leaze, near the Badminton Estate. Known for his warmth and generosity, Ian forged many friendships through his equestrian pursuits. His funeral will be held on Tuesday 31 March at 12:30 p.m. at St Michael and All Angels Church, Great Badminton, followed by refreshments at Badminton Memorial Hall. Family flowers only; donations in his memory may be made to Riding for the Disabled. Arrangements by F W Jones & Son Funeral Directors, Chippenham.
Alfie, aged 20, passed away peacefully on 8th March surrounded by family. Loving son of Winston and Nok, caring brother to Jessica and Spencer, and a wonderful uncle, Alfie will be dearly missed by all who knew him. His funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday 7th April at 1 p.m. at Gloucester Crematorium. Donations in Alfie’s memory are invited for The Critical Care Unit at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and can be made after the service. Enquiries to Goodwins Funeral Directors, Gloucester.
Martin, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, sadly passed away on 6th March after a difficult illness. Survived by his wife Louise, daughters Hayley and Katie, sons-in-law Simon and Nick, and grandchildren Poppy, Jack, Heidi, and James. His funeral will take place at Gloucester Crematorium on Wednesday 25 March at 11 a.m. Attendees are encouraged to wear colorful clothing in celebration of his life. Family flowers only; donations in lieu may be made to PEAK (Parenting Empowered Autistic Kids).
Kay Bick, aged 67, passed peacefully on 3rd March, surrounded by family. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Kay’s funeral service will be held at Tewkesbury Abbey on Wednesday 25th March at 2:30 p.m. Donations in lieu of flowers are welcome for Bramble House Care Home.
David Brennand, 65, a respected company director in the packaging and manufacturing industry, died on 28th February. His funeral will be held in Blackburn, Lancashire, on Friday 27th March. Donations in his memory may be given to Derian House Children’s Hospice.
Glenda (nee Maule), passed away peacefully on 4th March at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital at age 80. The funeral will be at Gloucester Crematorium on Wednesday 25th March at 12:30 p.m. Donations may be made to Headway in her memory.
Other recent notices include tributes to Sally, Spritie, Ron, Elisabeth, May, Bronco, Sarah Elizabeth Lowe, Liz Maisey, Ken, Tilsa Mary O’Connor, Patricia Hamlin, Dobbin, and many others who have deeply touched their families and communities.
We invite anyone wishing to add tributes or publish a funeral notice to visit funeral-notices.co.uk or contact our supportive team by phone.
Our thoughts remain with the families and friends mourning their loved ones in Gloucestershire during this difficult time.