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A much-loved wife dearly missed by her family has been remembered in this week’s funeral notices.

Shirley Partridge passed away on July 13 at Treelands Care Home aged 91.

Shirley was the beloved wife of the late Roy, much loved mum of Ellen, John and the late Anne and Roy, mother in law of Ian and Laura, dearest gran to Lorna and adored great grandma to Brandon and Serenity.

She will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends.

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

(Maggie) Passed away on the 22nd July 2025 after a long illness, aged 81 years. Maggie will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple on Monday 11th August 2025 at 10:45am. Donations in Maggie’s memory can be made to Children’s Cancer and Leukemia Group either by retiring collection at service, online at www.rpbfunerals.com or c/o L. Clarke & Sons 1 Caen Shopping Precinct Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526

(Jon) Died peacefully on 22 July 2025, aged 80 years, after a short illness. Husband of Elizabeth, father of Georgina and James, Grandfather of Jordan, Charlotte and Brooke and Great Grandfather of Elma and Sunny. Funeral details to be announced later.

Passed away peacefully at St Omer Residential Home, Torquay on 18th July 2025, aged 95 years. John will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service will be held at Stockman & Loram Service Chapel, Preston, on Tuesday 12th August at 2.30pm. Donations if desired for RNIB may be given online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or cheques payable to the charity may be sent care of Neil Edwards, Funeral Director at Stockman & Loram Family Funeral Service, 230 Torquay Road, Preston, Paignton, TQ3 2HN. Tel: 01803 552112

Peacefully on Friday July 18th 2025 at The Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, William Gerald, aged 93 years, of Helston. Loving Husband of Doreen. His funeral service will take place at 11am on Tuesday August 5th 2025 at Central Methodist Chapel, Helston. Followed by a Cremation Service at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne at 1pm. Family flowers only. Donations for Marie Curie by a retiring collection or sent care of The Funeral Directors David Mitchell and Son, Porthleven. Telephone 01326-562261

Sadly passed away on 22nd July 2025 at Treliske Hospital, Peter, aged 89 years of Bodmin. Beloved father of Abigail and Perran (Jonathan), loving grandad of Luke, Joseph, Samantha, Edward, Jessica and Bradley, step grandad of Kian, Zoe and Raymond and acting father of John. Funeral service at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Bodmin on Wednesday 6th August at 11.00am followed by interment at St Conan’s Churchyard. Donations, if desired, for St Mary’s Catholic Church can be made online via the Memory Giving website, by retiring collection or sent c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors (cheques made payable to R. J. Bray Donation Account), Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

26.03.1944 – 25.07.2025 Aged 81 years. Devoted Husband of Pat Brown, beloved Son of Bert & Iris Brown, loving Father to Christopher & David Brown, cherished Grandfather to Rex, Ivy & Thea, oved & missed Friend to all who knew him. Terry’s ceremony will be held on Friday 8th August 2025 at 11:30am Stoke Damerel Church, 85 Paradise Road, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5QL & 1pm The Park Crematorium, Ceremony Room 1, 205 Merafield Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 1UQ. Dress code optional. Family flowers only by request please. Donations made in loving memory of Terry will benefit St Luke’s Hospice who supported Terry at home. Family & friends are welcome to celebrate Terry’s life following his ceremony at 13:45 The Park Cafe, 205 Merafield Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 1UQ.

of W. H. Buckingham Electrical Contractors. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 22nd July 2025, aged 90 years. Much loved husband, father, brother, uncle and a friend to many. Service to take place at St Mary’s Church, Bishops Nympton on Wednesday 20th August at 2.30 pm. Followed by Committal at Bishops Nympton Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations welcome for and to be divided between South Molton Town Band and Dementia UK at the service or c/o H. N. Blackmore & Sons Funeral Directors, 116 East Street, South Molton, EX36 3DB (01769) 572338

(Nee Jones) Passed away peacefully at St Anne’s Residential Home, Whitstone on Saturday 12th July 2025 aged 93 years. Beloved Wife of the late Arthur. Much loved Mother to Nigel and Su. Dear Nan to Laura and Christopher and Great Nanny to Benji and Sebastian. Private cremation followed by a service of Thanksgiving at St Martin’s United Reformed Church, Bude on Wednesday 6th August at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please, but donations if so desired for Children’s Hospice South West by retiring collection or c/o J E Stacey & Co, Funeral Directors, 15 Bodmin Street, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6BD.

(Gina) On Wednesday, July 23rd 2025, Gina, of Silverton, passed away, aged 87 years. Devoted wife of the late Dick, beloved mum of Veronica and Vicki, much loved nana to Ben, Daniel and George, mother-in-law to Len and Graham. Her love, warmth and kindness will be hugely missed by all of us. The funeral will take place at St. Mary The Virgin Church, Silverton, on Tuesday, August 19th 2025, at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Gina, in aid of The Devon Air Ambulance Trust, can be given by retiring collection or may be sent to:- Walter H. Squires & Son Chapel of Rest, 29 Exwick Villas, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2AS.

(Buttso) On Wednesday, July 16th 2025, Colin, of Cullompton, passed away peacefully, aged 87 years. Loving dad, grandad, great-grandad, brother and uncle. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Taunton Deane Crematorium, on Thursday, August 7th 2025, at 11:20 a.m. Please wear smart casual clothes. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Colin, in aid of The Devon Air Ambulance Trust, can be given by retiring collection or may be sent to:- Walter H. Squires & Son Chapel of Rest, 27 Higher Street, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 1AJ.

(Sue) Died at her beloved farm ‘Bosavon Farm Lostwithiel’ on 15th July 2025 aged 79 surrounded by family and friends with her animal companions close by. Sue was born in Berkshire and moved to Scotland where she lived for many years before moving to Lostwithiel over 30 years ago. Sue will be laid to rest at Bosavon Farm as is her wish. The funeral will be held at Bosavon Farm on 1st August at 3.00pm followed by drinks and food at the Social Club. Family and friends are invited. No flowers by request. Donations to Cancer Research or St Bartholomew’s Church Roof Fund.

(known as Edgar) Passed away peacefully at Mount Gould Hospital on Wednesday 2nd July 2025, aged 93 years. Now re-united with Eileen (deceased), his beloved wife of nearly 70 years. Funeral service will take place at Sparkwell Church on Friday 8th August at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Dementia UK may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848

It is with deep sadness that the family of Robert “Bob” Coath of Pitt Farm, Crediton announce his death on 18th July 2025, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of Betty and father to Sue, Wendy and Richard. Proud grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service to be held at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium at 12.30pm on Monday 18th August.

(née Withers) Passed away at Mount Gould Hospital on Friday 18th July 2025, aged 90 years. Loving wife of Ted (deceased) Beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Deep in our hearts you will always stay. Loved and remembered every day. Funeral service will take place at The Park Crematorium, Ceremony Room 1, Merafield Road, Plympton, PL7 1UQ on Monday 4th August at 1.00pm. Either flowers or donations if desired for Salvation Army may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848

Passed away peacefully aged 95 years on 24th July 2025. Reunited with his beloved wife Gloria and daughter Lynn. Much loved dad to Michelle and Neil, father-in-law to Jason and Sarah, and granddad to Tom. Funeral Service will be held on Monday 11th August at 2:15pm at Drakes of Torbay, Hele Road, Torquay, TQ2 7QG. All flowers welcome to be sent to Torbay and District Funeral Service. No black please, bright colours welcome. Torbay and District Funeral Service 11 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3SB 01803 315005

On 18th July in the loving care of The Old Rectory Care Home, Exeter, Eve Dennis aged 87 years. Formerly of Shobrooke and Yealmpton. Beloved sister of Rosalind, Angela and the late Cynthia, a much loved aunt, great aunt and friend of many. Following a private cremation a Thanksgiving Service will be held at St Swithun’s Church, Shobrooke on Monday 4th August at 2.30pm. No flowers please but donations if desired for the Multiple Sclerosis Society and The International Ecumenical Fellowship c/o A.White & Sons, Albert Road, Crediton, EX17 2BZ.

Passed away peacefully at The Harry Nursing Home on 21st July 2025, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Cecil, loving mum to Christine, Linda and Peter, sons-in-law David and Gary and all her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Funeral Service to be held at Fremington Methodist Church on Tuesday 12th August at 12:00 noon. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired, for Little Bridge House (Children’s Hospice South West) and the Devon Air Ambulance Trust, may be given at the service or c/o W S Gayton & Son, Pickett Meadow, Fremington, Barnstaple EX31 3UP

Died peacefully on 23rd July. Aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Patience (Pay), much loved Dad of Alexander (Fritzo) and Georgina (Gorgs), Adored Grandpa of Olivia and Cameron and brother of Stewart (Dec’d), Douglas and Donald. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A Service to Celebrate his life to be held at St Andrew’s Church, South Tawton, on Friday 22nd August at 2.30pm. No flowers please, donations in his memory to Injured Jockeys Fund by retiring collection or c/o Drew & Sons Funeral Directors 01647 231306.

We are saddened to announce the passing of Marjorie Hammett, on 19th July 2025. A much loved wife to Miles Hammett, mother to Julie and Miles Jr., Grandmother to Matthew, Kay and Kaitlyn and Great Grandmother to Robin. Marjorie’s service will be held at 12:15 on Thursday 7th August in the Aspen Chapel of the North Devon Crematorium. Donations, if desired, will go towards Cancer Research. For any additional details, contact William Pearce & Son, 3 Wilder Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8BL, 01271 862242.

On Saturday, 12th July, 2025, peacefully passed away at RCH, Treliske. Topsy, aged 91 years of St Columb, formerly of The Roseland and Lanlivery. Topsy will be sadly missed by all her friends and family who knew her. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, 7th August, at 10.30am, in the Kernow Chapel, Penmount Crematorium. Donations in memory of Topsy to benefit Cornwall Hospice Care in aid of St Julia’s Hospice, Hayle and Mount Edgcumbe Hospice, St Austell. Cheques payable to: Cornwall Hospice Care. c/o: L. J. Tregunna Funeral Directors 49, Kenwyn Street Truro, TR1 3DB 01872 273568

The family are sad to announce that John passed away on 26th June 2025, aged 84 years. John was the much loved husband of Edith (Deceased), dad to Mark and Jennifer, father-in-law to Jessie and Kevin, loving grandad to Steven, Jamie, Christopher, Thomas and Matthew. The funeral will take place at the North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on Friday 8th August 2025 at 12:15pm. Family flowers only. Donations welcome in John’s memory to Children’s Hospice South West either by retiring collection, online at www.rpbfunerals.com or c/o L. Clarke & Sons 1 Caen Shopping Precinct Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526

Peacefully, on 22nd July 2025 in his sleep at home, Mike, aged 87 years of Wadebridge. Beloved dad of Colin and Vincent, much loved grandad of Oliver, Michael, Charlotte and Toby, a dear great grandad, uncle and brother and loving partner of Val. Funeral service at The Bray Funeral Home, Wadebridge on Tuesday 5th August at 10.30 am. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK can be made online via the Memory Giving website, by retiring collection or sent c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors (cheques made payable to R. J. Bray Donation Account), Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Mary, beloved mother of Andrew and Penelope, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday 8th July. Hers was a long life of nearly 103 years, lived with energy, humour, courage and staying power. Mary trained for hurdling at the 1940 Olympics, served her country in the ATS during the subsequent war, raised her two children on her own after the tragic premature death of her husband Ronald in 1967, was employed as the secretary in the regional office of a national company but had become an unofficial adviser and almost a manager by her retirement, and from the 1960s to the 2020s wrote eight books, two novels, two screenplays and numerous poems, articles and short stories. She was also known for her fine pastry and her high standard of knitting of clothes and character figures! Though the world is the poorer for her passing, she and her love for her children will remain in their hearts forever. Mitchell Funeral Service 01392272682 King William Street Exeter EX4 6PD

Passed away peacefully on 18th July 2025, at Eastleigh Care Home, South Molton, aged 92 years. Loving husband to Monica, much loved dad of Stephanie, Rosemarie and Lloyd and special grandad and great grandad. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at the Parish Church of St Peter, Bratton Fleming on Friday 8th August at 2:30pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired, for The Baptist Church and their work in the community of Bratton Fleming, may be given at the service or c/o W S Gayton & Son, Pickett Meadow, Fremington, Barnstaple EX31 3UP

Passed away peacefully on 22nd July 2025, aged 76 years. Beloved husband of Isabel (dec’d). He will be sadly missed by friends and family. Funeral service to be held at St Michael’s Church, Chagford on Wednesday 27th August at 2.30pm. No flowers please, donations if desired to Hospiscare and Devon Air Ambulance Trust by retiring collection or c/o Drew & Sons Funeral Directors, Longhayes, Venton, Drewsteignton, Exeter, EX6 6PG. 01647 231306

After a long illness, bravely borne, John died at Derriford Hospital on 13th July aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Jennifer (Jenny), proud father of Nicholas and Stuart, and adored Papajohn to Rosie, Max, Adam and Rebecca, and loved father-in-law to Jennie and Kim, A Gentleman of many parts and all-round Good Egg. Private cremation was on 25th July. A celebration of John’s life will be held on 1st October, his birthday, by invitation, in Plymouth.

Aged 88. Passed peacefully away in Woodland Court Nursing Home on 20th July 2025. Deeply missed by her loving husband Cy and family. Her funeral service will be held at 11am on Saturday 2nd August 2025 at St. Mary’s Church, Kingskerswell. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Albany Street, Newton Abbot, 01626 205269

Peacefully on the 15th July 2025 at Ashfield Rest Home, Exmouth. Joyce in her 100th year. Much loved wife of the late Reg. She will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews, her neighbours and all who knew her. Funeral service at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium on Tuesday 12th August at 12 noon, St Paul’s Chapel. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Hospiscare by retiring collection, sent to LeRoy Funerals, 10 Alphington Road, Exeter EX2 8HH, or online at www.leroyfunerals.co.uk. The family wish to thank everyone who has cared and supported Joyce during her final years.

In Loving Memory of Sandra McEvoy It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra McEvoy, a wonderful and vibrant woman whose warmth, humour, and generosity touched the lives of everyone who knew her. A devoted and loving wife to Chris, a beautiful and caring mother to Neal and Paul, devoted and much loved sister to Lindsay, favourite auntie to Sean, cherished mother-in-law to Sandy and Emily, and proud grandmother to Frankie and Lottie. Sandra was also an incredible friend to so many – always ready with a smile, kind words, and a listening ear. Sandra passed away peacefully on Thursday 17th July 2025. Her funeral service will be held at The Park Crematorium, Plymouth on Wednesday 13th August at 13:30 in room 2. Following the service, family and friends are warmly invited to gather and celebrate Sandra’s life at The Mainstone Social Club, Plymouth from 3:00pm. Smart casual dress was Sandra’s wish. In place of flowers, donations to Marie Curie and St Luke’s Hospice would be gratefully appreciated. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered. All enquiries to Southwest Funeral Care, 333 Southway Centre, Plymouth, PL6 6QR Tel 01752 651020

Peacefully passed away surrounded by family on 14th July at Thornbury Villa Residential Home, aged 97 years. Devoted wife to Desmond Thomas Monk Dearly loved mother to Jacqueline Goffin and mother-in-law to Norman Stuart Goffin. Treasured grandmother to Liam, Marcus and Howard Goffin. Great grandmother to James, Elizabeth, Emily and Abigail Goffin. Funeral service to take place at The Park Crematorium on Thursday 7th August 2025 at 2pm Co-op Funeralcare Plymstock Plymouth PL9 7BN Tel:01752 482900

(Formerly Green) Passed away on 19th July 2025 aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Norman, dearest mum, grannie and great grannie. A service of thanksgiving will take place at The Mustard Seed Church, Callington on Thursday 31st August at 3:15pm Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for the Alzheimers Society can be made online at www.ugaldeandson.co.uk by way of retiring collection or cheques made payable to the charity can be sent c/o Ugalde and Son, Funeral Directors, Trelawney House, Heathlands Road, Liskeard, PL14 4DH.

Passed away peacefully on 30th June 2025, aged 93 years. Beloved Wife of the late Robert John Parker. Devoted Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at the North Devon Crematorium on Thursday 7th August 2025 at 11:30am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Royal Marine Association, can be made by retiring collection, online at www.rpbfunerals.co.uk or cheques payable to the charity c/o 6 New Street, Great Torrington, Devon, EX38 8BH Tel: 01805 622263

On Sunday 13th July 2025 peacefully at Treelands Care Home aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Roy, much loved mum of Ellen, John and the late Anne and Roy, mother in law of Ian and Laura, dearest gran to Lorna and adored great grandma to Brandon and Serenity. She will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral Service on Monday 4th August 2025 St Andrew’s Church, Hittisleigh 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Hittisleigh Church Council by retiring collection or c/o M. Sillifant & Sons. 19-20 Holloway Street, Exeter. EX2 4JD Online: https://shirleypartridge.muchloved.com

(Clarry) Clarry sadly passed away peacefully at home on 5 July 2025, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of Linda, proud father of Fiona, Jayne, Robert and Lisa. Cherished grandad to eleven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Clarry will be dearly missed by his friends and family. Funeral service at The Park Crematorium, Tuesday 5 August 2025 at 12pm. Family flowers only please. Donations by way of retiring collection to Dementia UK and Stroke Association. Celebration of Clarry’s life following the funeral at The Elburton Inn, 221 Elburton Road, Plymouth PL9 8HX. All enquiries to Earl of Plymouth Funeral Directors, 23 Wolseley Road, Milehouse, Plymouth. PL2 3AA. Tel (01752) 605550.

Died peacefully at home on 10th July 2025. Much loved husband, father and grandfather. Funeral service at St Petroc’s Church, Padstow on Monday 11th August at 12 noon. All welcome. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Padstow RNLI can be made online via the Memory Giving website, by retiring collection or sent c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors (cheques made payable to R. J. Bray Donation Account), Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

(neé Hawes) Passed away peacefully at Mount Gould Hospital, Plymouth on Wednesday 25th June 2025, aged 92 years. Formerly of Kilnaboy, County Clare, Ireland. Loving wife of Derrick (deceased) Beloved mother of Anne-Marie. Loving grandmother of Maria and Tom. Mother-in-law to John. Funeral service will take place at Our Lady of Mount Carmel & St Teresa Church, Plymouth on Tuesday 5th August at 10.00am Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Plymouth Hospital Charity for the Dialysis Unit at Estover may be left online at wcpltd.com/donate All enquiries to Walter C. Parson Plympton, PL7 1QW Tel: 01752 343848

(Wilkins ) The funeral of Bridget Rendell (née Wilkins), beloved sister of Ann and the late Edward and David Wilkins, took place on Tuesday, 29th July. Any further enquires can be made to K.J. Lack Family Funeral Service. 153 St Marychurch Road, Plainmoor, Torquay. TQ1 3HW Tel: 01803 313200

Leslie passed peacefully away at home on 14th July 2025 aged 93 years. He was dearly loved and a greatly respected member of the family. The Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Walsingham Church, Old Mill Road, Chelston, Torquay on Friday 15th August at 3.30pm Donations in memory of Leslie for CAFOD may be given online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or cheques payable to the charity, may be sent care of Vanessa Loram, Funeral Director at Stockman & Loram, 7 Churston Broadway, Paignton TQ4 6LE

It is with great sadness that we have to say goodbye to Carol, who died on 21st July 2025, aged 64 years after a long illness bravely borne. Devoted wife to Colin. Much loved mum to Emma and Samantha. Step mum to Scott. Loving nanny to Harry, Oliver and Florence. Carol will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Torquay Crematorium on Wednesday13th August 2025 at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations welcomed for Rowcroft Hospice or Cancer Research UK may be given online at www.stockmanandloram.co.uk/donations or cheques made payable to the chosen charity can be sent to:- Elaine Harrison Funeral Director at Stockman and Loram 7 Churston Broadway Paignton, TQ4 6LE. Tel: 01803 843710

Of Braunton (formerly Richmond) passed away suddenly on 9th July 2025 aged 77 years. Brother to Linda McCulley. He was a kind hearted gentleman with a strong affection for Devonshire life. He will be dearly missed by family and friends, but forever in our thoughts. The funeral will be held at St. Brannock’s Church, Braunton, on Wednesday 6th August 2025 at 2pm. Donations, in Chris’s memory will benefit: Family Compass South West (supporting local children and families with mental health needs), who Chris had a strong interest in; Mind (close to his heart) and The Royal British Legion, (who were supportive). These can be made online at www.rpbfunerals.com, (please consider adding Gift Aid), by retiring collection in church or cheque payable to one of the charities c/o L. Clarke & Sons 1 Caen Shopping Precinct Braunton, EX33 1EE. Tel: 01271 813526

It is with great sadness that the family must announce the passing of Richard Spiring (Rick), on July 20th, at Mount Gould Hospital, Plymouth at the age of 78. Rick passed peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by family after a short battle with Vascular Dementia. Rick, a widower to his much loved wife Janet (Jan), is survived by his two Sons Paul and Neil, his Grandson Samuel, his Mother Greta, his sister Julie and his brother Robert. Originally from Bristol, Richard joined the Royal Navy after completing his study at Rodway High School. He eventually became a naval engineer on Nuclear Submarines attaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer. After leaving the Navy he Joined the Avon and Somerset Constabulary where he worked as a Police Constable for the remainder of his career. He retired to Plymouth with his wife Jan and was active in the Police Male Voice Choir and the Submariners Association. Rick enjoyed his sports (a keen Bristol City fan) and played cricket and football for several amateur teams throughout his life. Rick’s funeral will be held at the Park Crematorium in Plymouth on August 13th at 11am. The family would like to invite anyone who knew Richard to attend. A small gathering will be held at the Rose and Crown in Yealmpton, 1pm the same day. Donations to The Royal British Legion are welcomed. Condolences to family can be directed through the Co-op Funeral Service, Ivybridge, Plymouth.

It is with great sadness that the family must announce the passing of Richard Spiring (Rick), on July 20th, at Mount Gould Hospital, Plymouth at the age of 78. Rick passed peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by family after a short battle with Vascular Dementia. Rick, a widower to his much loved wife Janet (Jan), is survived by his two Sons Paul and Neil, his Grandson Samuel, his Mother Greta, his sister Julie and his brother Robert. Originally from Bristol, Richard joined the Royal Navy after completing his study at Rodway High School. He eventually became a naval engineer on Nuclear Submarines attaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer. After leaving the Navy he Joined the Avon and Somerset Constabulary where he worked as a Police Constable for the remainder of his career. He retired to Plymouth with his wife Jan and was active in the Police Male Voice Choir and the Submariners Association. Rick enjoyed his sports (a keen Bristol City fan) and played cricket and football for several amateur teams throughout his life. Rick’s funeral will be held at the Park Crematorium in Plymouth on August 13th at 11am. The family would like to invite anyone who knew Richard to attend. A small gathering will be held at the Rose and Crown in Yealmpton, 1pm the same day. Donations to The Royal British Legion are welcomed. Condolences to family can be directed through the Co-op Funeral Service, Ivybridge, Plymouth.

(‘Dave’) Died 15th July 2025, Aged 84 years. Loving husband to Glenys, loving father to Tracy and Paul, brother-in-law to Robert, brother to Margaret (deceased), uncle to Anne and Peter. Now at peace. Love you forever you will always be in our hearts and thoughts. Funeral service to take place at The Park Crematorium room 2 on Tuesday 12th August 2025 at 11:30 am. Family flowers only. Any donations if desired kindly donate to Devon Air Ambulance. Coop Funeralcare 72 Pomphlett Road Plymstock PL9 7BN Tel: 01752 482900

Passed away after a thankfully short battle with cancer on 12th July 2025. Widower of Myra, beloved Dad, Grandad, Uncle and friend. Robert will always be loved and missed. Funeral to take place at The Park Crematorium on Thursday 7th August 2025 at 12pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Luke’s Hospice or Macmillan via robert-sutton-1942-2025.muchloved.com Co-op Funeralcare 12-14 Morshead Road Crownhill PL6 5AJ 01752 303830

Passed away peacefully at home on 15th July 2025, aged 73 years. Cherished brother, cousin and uncle who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A private Celebration of Life for close friends and family will take place at the Jennycliff Café on 20th August. David will be laid to rest in the family plot in Brenchley on 16th September. No flowers please, donations to Path the Independent Homelessness Charity, Plymouth www.pathdevon.org

On Thursday 17th July 2025, peacefully at West Cornwall Hospital, Ruth, aged 85 years of Ludgvan. Beloved Wife of the late Paul Wallis. Much loved Mum of Andrew and Rachel. Dearly loved Mother-in-law to Michelle and Dom. Loving Grandma to Elowen, William and Gracie. Funeral service to be held at Crowlas Methodist Church on Monday 4th August at 11 a.m. Followed by Cremation. Family flowers only but donations if so desired for The British Heart Foundation and for Diabetes UK by retiring collection or may be sent to Burroughs and Kearey Funeral Directors, The Rear of Barwis Terrace, Penzance TR18 2AW Tel. 01736 364062

Passed away at home on 15th July 2025, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Wendy, father to Nicola and Robert, father-in-law to Julie and grandad to Hana. Loyal friend, keen sportsman and gardener. He will be missed by all who knew him. A Service of Committal will be held at the North Devon Crematorium on Thursday 14th August at 1:30pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired, in memory of Colin, for the North Devon Hospice and Little Bridge House (CHSW), may be given at the service or c/o W S Gayton & Son, Pickett Meadow, Fremington, Barnstaple EX31 3UP

On 21st July 2025 peacefully at home aged 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Win and a much loved dad of Julia and Caroline. Funeral Service on Wednesday 6th August 2025 East Devon Crematorium 2.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for RNLI (Exmouth) or The Devon Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o M. Sillifant & Sons. 19-20 Holloway Street, Exeter. EX2 4JD Online: https://courtenayyandle.muchloved.com

In Memoriams

11.02.1962 – 30.07.2024 You loved to walk in the woods with the dog by your side, catching tadpoles in streams before they all dried, rescuing swans from the river and sheep tangled in brambles. These are the things that made you you. We love and miss you every day, a tear is just a blink away. Forever in our hearts you’ll stay. A loving son to Pam and Terry, dear brother of Alan and Angela (deceased), devoted dad of Zac and partner Chelsea, and special grandad of Silver Rose.

My loving Husband forever, remembered in my heart. The special years we had, will stay with me forever. Pat, your loving Wife xxx ********* Love and miss you Dad Love Nicky, Paul and Ocean J xxx

In loving memory of Kevin on the fourth anniversary of your passing. Sadly missed along life’s way, quietly remembered every day. No longer in our lives to share, but in our hearts you are always there. Forever loved and eternally by our side. Love Janet, Lewis, Joshua and family. xxxx

(Gah) 13/07/1962 – 26/07/2024 You light up my every day with the funniest of memories, my lovely brother. ‘Thanks for your chat’ Beatrice xxx

(Nee Gomori) Another year has passed as we think of you today. Our memories of you we hold dear within our hearts. With all our love for you today and always. Love Mum, Dad, Michael, Julie, Holly, Aaron and Greyson xxxxxxx

(Bennett) (Liz) We sat beside Mum’s bedside Our hearts were crushed and sore; We did our duty to the end, ‘Til we could do no more. In tears, we watched Mum sinking, We watched her fade away, And though our hearts were breaking We knew you could not stay. Thinking of you every day. Tara, Teri, all the girls and great-grandchildren xxxxx

Acknowledgements

(Jan – Sir Brian) 6/1/38 – 30/6/25 To all who attended our Dad’s funeral at Crownhill Methodist Church your presence at the service meant a great deal to us. So many faces past and present. Dad would have been so chuffed and we were very proud. Thank you for being there to celebrate Dad’s life, for your support, kind words, donations and cards. Steve, Julie & Family x

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