GRACE mercy, and peace will be with us from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father’s Son, in truth and love. 2 John 1.3 (NRSV)
Bible verses are provided by the Bible Society
Births
ODLUM on 18th October 2023 to Holly (née Holdsworth) and Piers, a son, Louis Norman Simon.
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Deaths
COSTAIN Peter John died on 22nd October 2023, aged 85, peacefully at home. Dearly loved by Vicky, Nigel, Andrew, Richard, Lizzy and Ali and grandchildren Kitty, Emily, Susannah, Jessica and Jamie. Private family funeral will be followed by a service of celebration to be announced.
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DAVIES Rhys E passed away at Heol Don Care Home, Cardiff, on the 1st October, 2023, aged 94. Beloved husband of the late Zoë, loving father of Huw, Tim and Matthew and a cherished tadcu of Jack, Nia, Max, Luke and Griff. Rhys will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Resting at D Caesar Jones Funeral Directors until his funeral service on Thursday 2nd November at Canford Crematorium, Bristol, at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, donations, if so desired can be sent direct to a charity of your choice.
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DEVLIN Hugh Gerard, died on 4th October 2023, aged 61. Born in Lanarkshire; solicitor (partner then consultant at Withers), counsellor, mentor, protector and champion of the fashion, creative and luxury worlds. Supremely knowledgeable and generous with his time and advice to those embarking on careers as well as the famously established, and always kind and supportive to family and friends. Formidable in his forensic mind, negotiating skills and loyalty, coupled with charm and wit. Husband of Sarah, elder brother to Thomas and Kevin, loved and needed by so many: a true problem-solver. A terrible loss. Hugh’s funeral will be held on Sunday 19th November at 11am, Golders Green Crematorium, London (Leverton & Sons funeral directors, Kentish Town, for charitable donations and flowers).
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EDGE Brigid Margaret (née Ball) of Kendal died on October 22nd after a short illness, aged 97. In accordance with her wishes a private cremation is being held.
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CAMERON OF LOCHIEL Donald Angus CVO on 20th October 2023 died peacefully at home, aged 77. Beloved husband of Cecil, loving father of Catherine, Donald, Lucy and Emily and adored grandfather of 11 grandchildren. Funeral at noon on Friday 10th November at St Andrew’s Church, Fort William, followed by burial at Achnacarry. A service of thanksgiving to be held at a later date in London. All inquiries to Manson & MacBeath funeral directors, 01397701110.
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MEYNELL Paula Faine (née Gibbons) died peacefully on 22nd October 2023, aged 92. Devoted wife to Hugh and beloved mother of Rosie and James. Private family funeral at her request. No flowers but donations if desired to Alcoholics Anonymous. All inquiries to Perry and Phillips, Bridgnorth, 01746 765255.
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PARKER John Barry Parker on 10th October 2023, aged 82. A service to celebrate and give thanks for the life of John (2nd June 2, 1941 — 10th October, 2023) at Christ Church, Esher, Thursday 9th November 2023 at noon. The committal will take place afterwards at Randalls Park Crematorium, Leatherhead, for the family. After the church service there will be refreshments at the Woodlands Park Hotel, Stoke D’Abernon. No flowers please, but, should you wish, a donation to RNLI would be very much appreciated.
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PAYNE Diana Surtees MBE (née Ferens) died peacefully on 20th October 2023, aged 82, at home in Stony Stratford. Much-loved wife of the late Colin Payne and mother to Simon and Robyn. Funeral will take place on Monday 6th November. No flowers, donations to Age UK MK. All inquires to HW Masons & Sons, Stony Stratford, 01908 561561.
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SANDILANDS Gill, Lady Sandilands died peacefully on 21st October 2023, aged 104. Beloved wife of the late Sir Francis Sandilands, much-loved mother of Paul and the late James, wonderful mother-in-law to Gabriele and Charlotte, granny to Christopher, Marietta and Freddie, great-granny to Sophie and Molly. Service of thanksgiving on 1st November at St Mary’s Church, Bloxham, OX15 4ES, at 1pm.
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SPENCER-WOOD Patricia Dora Mary (née Kindersley) died peacefully on 15th October 2023, aged 88, in London with her daughters. Dearly loved.
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TAMBLING Sara Teresa (née Babington) of Wells, Somerset, peacefully at home on 13th October 2023, aged 64, surrounded by her family. A much-respected teacher and loving wife of the late Christopher and mother of Edward and Benjamin. We will always remember her kindness, humour and resilience. Requiem Mass at Downside Abbey, Saturday 4th November at 2pm. Further details c/o Forsey and Son, Glastonbury, 01458 831020.
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UNIACKE Robie David Corbett died on 13th October 2023, aged 88 . Father to Camilla, Robie and Caspar. Husband of Caroline. Private family funeral at Stonefall Crematorium, Harrogate, on 7th November at 1.40pm. Memorial to be held at a later date.
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MACONOCHIE WELWOOD
Charles Cornelius Maconochie Welwood of Kirknewton House died at home on 22nd October, aged 84. Beloved husband of the late Tinkie and father of Robert. A family funeral is planned, followed by a service of thanksgiving at a later date.
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WESTWOOD David Alexander died peacefully on Friday 20th October, aged 90. Much-loved and devoted husband of the late Jessie, father to Gordon and the late Susan, father-in-law to Victoria, and grandfather to Iona and Jessica. Private family funeral. Inquiries to G Mannings funeral directors, 01225 833013.
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