Death and funeral announcements in Nuneaton - week commencing May 4
We're bidding a fond farewell to a number of residents
Madeleine ClarkMultimedia journalist
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Each week people across Warwickshire pay tribute to their loved ones in the pages of the Nuneaton News.
We have gathered the messages posted over the week commencing May 4 in one place here.
The messages are submitted by friends, family and loved ones as a way of saying goodbye to those they have lost.
These provide comfort to the nearest and dearest of those who have passed away.
You can also post your own announcements and notices to us through this website.
Bill Rixon
Passed away peacefully on 28th April, aged 81. Dearly beloved husband of Dianne, much loved Dad of Gaynor and Caron, father in law of Michael and Stephen and devoted Grandad of Beth, Billie, Kieran and Sam. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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Wednesday, May 6
Michael John Evans
Passed away on 26th April 2020, aged 77 years. Happily married to Margaret for 55 years, loving Dad to Glenn and the late Nicola, Father-in-law to Tahnee and Michael, loving and proud Grandad to Liam, Kieran, Connor, Darcy, Courtney, Daniel, Matthew, Finley and the late Lewis, brother to Malcolm and the late Mervyn and Barry, brother-in-law and friend to many. Bonney will be genuinely missed. Current restrictions require a private family service. A celebration in memory of Bonney's life will take place at a later date when it is safe to do so. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Warwickshire & Northamptonshire Air Ambulance may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors, or made online via www.devallandson.com. Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 37566
Betty Holmes
Passed away suddenly but peacefully on 20th April 2020, aged 89 years. Much loved Mum to Martin, the late Gary and daughter-in-law Carolyn, extremely proud Grandma to Gary and Wife Georgina, Great-Grandma to Freddie and loving sister to Ronda and the late Davina. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Due to the current climate, the funeral service for Betty will be private, although a celebration of her life will be held later. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Warwickshire & Northamptonshire Air Ambulance may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors, or made online via www.devallandson.com. Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 375665.
Alan Neville Jannett
Much loved lifelong partner of Tony Faulkner. Passed away at Caldwell Grange on 28th April 2020, aged 92 years. Due to the current climate the funeral service will be private. A celebration of Alan's life will take place at St Mary's Abbey at a later date. Donations if desired to Mary Ann Evans Hospice and R.N.L.I, may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors, or made online via www.devallandson.com. Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 375665.
Bettie Elsie Leyshon
Passed away peacefully on 26th April 2020 aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mum of Gareth, Vaughan and Alison, loving sister to Victor and the late Raymond, and a devoted grandma to Joe, Ellie, Tommy and Edward. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday 13th May at 5pm at The Heart of England Crematorium Nuneaton, this will be a private funeral service, family flowers only please but donations in memory of Betty can be made for Alzheimer's Research UK, through the much loved giving page https://heartofenglandfuneralcare.co.uk/funeral/tributes/ all enquiries C/O The Co-operative Funeralcare, Park House, Riversley Road, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 5QS Tel: 02476 382535
Peter Moir
Passed away 26th April 2020 at hospital aged 76 years. Dearest husband to Sue, much loved Dad to Robert and Richard , loving father in law to Jhumur and Emma and cherished Grandpa to Anya, Freddie and Rohan. The funeral service for Peter will be private, a memorial service will be arranged at a later date. Donations may be made to Barnado's or Scope via nuneatonfs@heartofengland-coop.co.uk All enquiries to Nuneaton Co-operative Funeralcare Park House Riversley Road Nuneaton CV11 5QS Tel: 02476 382535
Dorothy Beryl Mullis
Passed away peacefully on 29th April 2020, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Baden, dearly loved Mum to Michael and Susan, mother-in-law to Lyn and Colin and a much loved Grandma, Great Grandma and Great Great Grandma. A private funeral will take place and a memorial service will be held at a later stage. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Warwickshire & Northamptonshire Air Ambulance (W.N.A.A) may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors, or made online via www.devallandson.com. Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 375665.
Robert Joseph Smedley
Passed away peacefully on 2nd May 2020, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of the late Beth and a much loved Dad of Margaret. A private family cremation will be taking place and a memorial service will be arranged at a later date. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Macmillian Nurses, may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors, or made online via www.devallandson.com. Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 375665.
Shelia Mary Stroud
Passed away peacefully at home on 26th April 2020 aged 67 years. Much loved wife of Mick, dearly loved mum of Kerry and Natasha and loving Nan of Mckenzie, Lacey and Ariana. There will be a private family interment taking place. Donations if desired for Mary Ann Evans Hospice, may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors or made online via www.devallandson.com. Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 375665.
Kenneth Whitehead
Sadly passed away on the 19th April 2020 aged 73 years. Loving husband to Liz, father to Sam, step-father to Heather, Ann and Carol, devoted brother, uncle and grandfather. Ken will be sadly missed by all. Private family funeral to take place at the Heart of England Crematorium. Floral tributes may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 375665. www.devallandson.com
Arthur James Chatfield
Passed away peacefully on Friday 1st May 2020, aged 94 years. Loving husband of the late Barbara. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A private family service will take place at The Heart of England Crematorium, Nuneaton and a memorial service will be arranged at a later date. Donations to benefit The British Heart Foundation can be made via www.heartofengland funeralcare.co.uk All enquiries to Nuneaton Co-operative Funeralcare Park House Riversley Road Nuneaton CV11 5QS Tel: 02476 382535
Richard Francis Quinney
Died tragically at home, Menai Bridge, Anglesey, formerly of Stoke Golding, aged 51 years. Much-loved husband of Jo. Caring father to Jack and Ben. Loving son to Doreen and Alan and a big brother to Luisa. Richard will be deeply missed by all his family, friends and colleagues. Private funeral at Bangor Crematorium, Friday 15 May 2020. Online wake and tribute page to follow at joquinney.co.uk. Donations gratefully accepted in memory of Richard for Samaritans at richard-quinney.muchloved.com. Enquiries and donations care of the funeral directors John Hughes & Son, Britannia, Machine St, Amlwch Port, LL68 9HA. Tel: 01407 830461. Email info@johnhughesandson.co.uk
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Saturday, May 9
Peter Raymond Owen
Peter unexpectedly passed away at the George Eliot Hospital Nuneaton, on 26th February 2020. His great wit and humour will be sadly missed by his family and friends. With lots of love from his cousins, Lynda, Anne, Virginia, Terry, John and Elizabeth.
Passed away 10 May 2019, Dad and Grandad. We miss your smile, singing and silliness so much. RIP. Beverley, Dolan, Jessica and Ellie. XXXX
Christopher Gerald Clark
Sadly passed away on Sunday 19th April aged 81 years. A much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His private service will be at the Heart of England Crematorium Nuneaton. Donations in his memory if so desired for Macmillan Cancer support, Mary Ann Evans Hospice and District Nurses, donations can be made using the following link https://www.muchloved.com/login. All enquiries C/O The Co-operative funeralcare Riversley Road, Nuneaton CV11 5QS Tel: 02476 382535