WHEN I look at the sky, which you have made, at the moon and the stars, which you set in their places — what are human beings, that you think of them; mere mortals, that you care for them?
Psalm 8.3-4 (GNB)
Births
HARRIS on 20th December 2022 to Sophie (née Remnant) and Benjamin, a son, Archie James Robert.
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MORTON-RALPH on 29th December 2022 to Charlotte and Jack, a daughter, Freya Alexandra. She’s a delight.
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PRATT on 21st November 2022 to Philippa Morfitt and Christopher Pratt, a daughter, Cosima Maisie Edith Morfitt.
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TALBOT-PONSONBY on 1st November 2022 to Agnes (née Morrell) and James Talbot-Ponsonby, a son, Rocco James Elgin Talbot-Ponsonby.
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WELLS on 3rd November 2022 to Kristiina and Henry, a son, Elias Daniel Weston, brother to Ariana and 14th great-grandchild to Elizabeth Wells.
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Forthcoming Marriages
MR W. J. F. PORTAL
AND MISS R. T. ESCRIBA
The engagement is announced between William, eldest son of Sir Jonathan and Lady Portal of Ashe, Hampshire, and Rhea, only daughter of Mr and Mrs R Escriba of Cebu, the Philippines.
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MAJ R. J. MURPHY
AND MS R. L. EVANS
The engagement is announced between Ronan, son of Dr and Dr John Murphy of Dumbreck, Glasgow, and Rhiannon, daughter of Mr and Dr Robert Evans of Lichfield, Staffordshire.
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DR D. SAMMON
AND DR W. HIGHT-WARBURTON
The engagement is announced between Doug, son of Tony Sammon and Louisa McGregor, and Willow, daughter of Jonathan Hight-Warburton and Julie Hight-Warburton.
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MR H. D. BAILEY
AND MISS I. E. H. SMITH
The engagement is announced between Harry, son of Kim Bailey of Sevenhampton, Gloucestershire, and Tracey Bailey of Chilton Foliat, Berkshire, and India, daughter of Hunter and Carol Smith of Benhall, Suffolk.
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MR E. M. O. BELDERBOS
AND MISS C. E. THOMAS
The engagement is announced between Edward, son of Dr Simon and Dr Rosemary Belderbos of Lancashire, and Claudia, daughter of Mr Giles Thomas and Ms Lesley Thomas of Shropshire.
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MR E. D. HOWKINS
AND MISS N. L. TRATHEN
The engagement is announced between Edward, son of Nicholas and Ann Howkins of Thornbury, Bristol, and Natasha, daughter of Lucien Trathen of Falmouth and Cilla Trathen of Longdown, Exeter.
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MR C. D. SANER
AND MISS E. R. TREFUSIS
The engagement is announced between Christopher, younger son of Mr and Mrs Peter Saner of Ferring, West Sussex, and Eleanor, youngest daughter of the Rev and Mrs Charles Trefusis of Woodbridge, Suffolk.
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Deaths
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LUSTIG-PREAN (PREAN)
Erica (née Stiebel) died peacefully on 23rd December 2022, aged 92, at home at Ryde, Isle of Wight. Funeral details to be announced.
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BEAZLEY Richard Basil on 29th December 2022, aged 76. Peacefully at home in the Picos de Europa, Spain. Much-loved husband of Suzanne, father to Rufus, stepfather to Christopher, and grandfather. Private funeral.
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BRADBEER Ronald Bertram on 29th December 2022, aged 85. Late of Stagshaw. Beloved husband of the late Doctor Elizabeth Gay Bradbeer, loving father of Katherine and the late Timothy, a loved and devoted grandpa to Milly and Olly. Service of Thanksgiving at St John Lee Church, Acomb, on Monday 13th February at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers to Dementia Care c/o Dodd’s of Hexham, NE46 2EW.
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BRENNAN Allison (née Smith) passed away peacefully on 8th December 2022, aged 95. Predeceased by her husband, James, and her grandson, Peter. Allison is survived by her 6 children, 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held for Allison at St John the Baptist Church in Wasperton (CV35 8EB) on 13th January at 11am. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to Smile Train or Cancer Research in Allison’s name (link below):
Cancer Research: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/carol-metcalfe2
The Smile Train: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/carol-metcalfe1
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BRUCE Jacqueline HRHA (née Stanley). Died peacefully on 12th December 2022, aged 94. Widow of Professor Campbell Bruce. A much-loved artist, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many. Funeral service to be held on 23rd January at 2pm at St Clement’s Church, Hastings, East Sussex TN34 3ES. Flowers are welcome and donations if desired via Jackie’s tribute page at jacquelinebruce.muchloved.com
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GUTHRIE James Dalglish KC died peacefully on 26th December 2022. At his request, a private cremation followed by a memorial in the spring. All inquiries to: guthriekcmemorial@gmail.com
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GUY Derek William on 25th December 2022, aged 83. Died unexpectedly but peacefully on Christmas Day morning in London. Much-loved husband of Anne, father to Elizabeth and John, Papa to Harry, Alice, Olivia and Charlie, and father-in-law to Peter and Georgie. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and beloved city of Bristol. Funeral service to be held at noon on Thursday 26thJanuary 2023 at St Andrew’s Church, Backwell, BS48 3JJ.
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HALES PAKENHAM MAHON Jennifer, died suddenly but peacefully on New Year’s Eve, 31st December 2022, aged 90. Dearly beloved wife of the late Nick, adored mother of Etta and Hugh (and Nicola deceased), proud and devoted granny to Rupert, Leonora and Philip, and “Great” to her great-grandchildren, Arthur, Lily, George, Nicholas and Marina. Private cremation. Thanksgiving Service for close friends and family to be announced at a later date. Inquiries please to Cowley & Son Funeral Directors. enquiries@cowleyandson.com Tel: 01285 653298.
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HARRIS Rosemary Ann of Salisbury, Wilts, died peacefully on 23rd December 2022, aged 89. Widow of Neil Kelly (d 1962), John (Bill) St Maur Williams (d 1970) and Collin Harris (d 2009), mother of Russell, Nicholas and Frances, grandmother of Frederick, Camilla and Matthew and great-grandmother to Louisa. Funeral service at St Lawrence Church, Stratford-sub-Castle, at noon on 17th January 2023. No flowers please, rather donations to the British Heart Foundation c/o I. N. Newman Ltd, Griffin House, 55 Winchester Street, Salisbury, SP1 1HL. 01722 413136.
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KELLETT-LONG Adam on 18th December 2022, aged 87. Distinguished journalist, father and grandfather. Missed by many, loved by all.
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KENT Timothy Arthur died peacefully on 14th December 2022, aged 91. Silver antiquarian, godfather and friend to many. Long-time resident and PCC secretary in the parish of Binsted and devoted supporter of the institutions to which he belonged, including the Silver Society and Refreshers CC. Funeral to be held at Holy Cross Church, Binsted, at noon on 23rd January. Inquiries to Charles Read & Daughter, Alton 01420 83551.
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KIRBY Colonel (Retd) Colin S. Served over 30 years in the RAEC. Loving husband, father, brother and friend of many. Formerly chief executive officer of the Church Schools Company, regional secretary SSAFA, CAB trustee and deputy chairman of Calderdale Council Standards Committee. Funeral at Skipton Crematorium on Monday 16th January 2023 at 10.50am, followed by refreshments in Skipton. Family flowers only and donations in Colin’s memory to the Salvation Army. All inquiries to H. Eaton & Sons, Ilkley: 01943 607360.
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LETTIN Alan WIlliam Frederick MB MS FRCS died peacefully on 3rd January 2023, aged 91, at home. Husband to the late Pat, father to Jenny (deceased), Nick, Jonathan and Tim, grandfather and great-grandfather. Private funeral followed by a memorial service in the spring.
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LOVELL Rev Charles Nelson died on 18th December 2022, aged 88. Much-loved husband of Eileen and loving father of Stephen, Katharine and Jonathan. Funeral service at noon on 11th January at St Mary’s and St Stephen’s church in Wolsingham, County Durham. Donations in lieu of flowers. All inquiries and donations via Charlotte Fleming Funeral Services: 01388 531217.
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PEEL Edmund Anthony Wignall died suddenly on 14th November 2022, aged 74. Much-loved father of Charlie and Casilida, adored grandfather of Carlota and Catalina and much-loved partner of Sara MacDonald. Memorial service to be held at St Peter’s Church, Farmington, on 21st January 2023 at noon. Inquiries to W. J. Wright Funeral Directors, tel: 01451 810700.
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PRESTON Jennifer (née Kirwan) on 26th December 2022, aged 89. Jennifer died peacefully at home on Boxing Day after a life well lived. She was a much loved mother, grandmother, friend and teacher. Requiem Mass on 2nd February 2023 at midday at St Thomas of Canterbury, 60 Rylston Road, Fulham, London SW6 7HW. No flowers please but donations, if desired, to www.sudep.org
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RANKIN Daphne (née Marshall) died peacefully on 4th January 2023, aged 86, at the Royal Marsden Hospital. No funeral at her request. A celebration of her life is planned for later in the year. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Royal Marsden Charity. A much-loved force of nature.
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TYNDALL Sara Carlina (née Grant) died peacefully on 22nd December 2022, aged 88. Funeral at Mortlake Crematorium, 4pm, 16th January.
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LE VAY Benedict, died suddenly, aged 69. Journalist and author. He will be remembered for his kindness, his good-natured humour and a full and interesting life. Greatly loved partner to Janice, father to Becky and Tom, Grandpa to Guy and Beatrice. Funeral 2.20pm on 27th January, Guildford crematorium.
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WATSON Brenda. Died at home on Christmas Eve, aged 87. A very dear friend of Hilary Elgar and loved sister of John and David. Private committal followed by a celebration of her life, with music, at Christ Church Hall, Avenue Road, Malvern, on Thursday 12th January at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for St Richard’s Hospice may be sent to F. W. Spilsbury, FD, 12 Upper Howsell Road, Malvern WR14 1TL.
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WELLS Elizabeth (née Harland) on 30th December 2022 peacefully after many years battling Alzheimer’s, adored wife of the late Malcolm, beloved mother of Nicholas and Caroline, greatly loved grandmother to 6 and great-grandmother to 14. Private family funeral.
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YERBURGH The Rev Canon David Savile. On 16th December 2022, peacefully at home, aged 88. Beloved brother of John and the late Peter, and uncle, great-uncle and cousin. His funeral will take place at St Thomas’s Church, Salisbury, at 1.30pm on 14th January 2023.
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In Memoriam - Private
HINSLEY John Malcolm. 8th January 2003. Remembered with love.
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