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Deaths
Andrews, Maurice (Andy).— Peacefully on March 8th 2010, aged 82 years, formerly of Henley and Greys Green. Much loved husband of Margaret, father of Robin, Gill and Philip and beloved father-in-law of Richard, Nicola and Amanda and all his grandchildren. All enquiries c/o W.G. Potter Funeral Directors, 5 West Street, Axminster, EX13 5NX. Telephone 01297 34283
Digby, Connie.— Passed away on March 9th 2010. She will be sadly missed by her beloved husband Trevor, friends and neighbours. Funeral service will be held at Reading Crematorium on Thursday March 25th at 11.15 a.m. Flowers welcome or donations if desired to Cancer Research UK and sent c/o Tomalin and Son, 38 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxon. RG9 1AG. Telephone 01491 573370
Holdway, Charles (Charlie).— Passed away peacefully at his home after a short illness on February 27th 2010 aged 87 years. A much loved dad to Carol, William, Peter and Trish. Granddad to Sarah, Jonathan, Clare and Rachel and families, and a great granddad to Charlie, Sennen, Lennon, Amelia and Lilly. The funeral is arranged for Monday March 22nd 2010 at St John’s, Kidmore End, Church for 12.00p.m. followed by interment in Kidmore End Cemetery. Floral tributes welcome, all enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare, Reading 0118 9874473
Leppington-Clarke, Ann.— Passed away on March 5th 2010 at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, aged 66 years. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Terry Clarke, devoted mother to Simon and Richard and much loved step-mother to Pamela, Gillian and Alison. Loving grandma to Jamie, Christopher, Ami, Matthew, Tom, Ollie and Louise, and a devoted sister to Chris and Iris. Funeral service to be held at St. Mary’s Church, Henley-on-Thames on Thursday March 18th at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations to Cancer Research UK can be sent c/o Tomalin and Son, 38 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxon. RG9 1AG. Telephone 01491 573370
Lewis, Roy Vivian.— Died peacefully in Sue Ryder Hospice on March 1st 2010, aged 77. He will be greatly missed by his wife Pat, daughters Christine and Jacqueline, son-in-law Keith and grandsons Michael and Graham. Funeral to be held on Monday March 15th at 11.30 a.m. at Reading Crematorium south chapel. Family flowers only. donations to Sue Ryder Care Nettlebed c/o A B Walker and Son, Blythe House, 158 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 1EA. Telephone 01491 413434
Meheux, Thomas Shelton.— Passed away peacefully on March 8th 2010. Beloved husband of Doris and devoted father of Shirley, Susan and Brian. Father-in-law to Alan and Mandy and loving grandfather to Louise, Karen, Emma and Nicholas. Funeral will be held at St. Bartholomew’s Church, Nettlebed, on Tuesday March 23rd at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations please to Sue Ryder Care, Nettlebed and sent c/o Tomalin and Son, 38 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxon. RG9 1AG. Telephone 01491 573370
Mills, Dennis Charles.— Peacefully at The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital on February 26th aged 87 years. A much loved father to Patricia, Nigel, Judith and Stewart and grandfather and great grandfather who will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at St. George’s Church, Saham Toney, Norfolk on Wednesday March 17th at 1.00p.m. followed by a private cremation at Earlham Crematorium. Flowers or donations if desired for The RAF Benevolent Fund may be sent c/o Breckland Funeral Services, 25 Norwich Road, Watton, Norfolk IP25 6DA
Musselwhite, Annie.— Annie passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday March 6th 2010, aged 102 at The Mount Nursing Home. Funeral service to be held at Reading Crematorium on Friday March 19th at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Multiple Sclerosis and sent c/o Tomalin and Son, 38 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxon. RG9 1AG. Telephone 01491 573370.
Ratcliffe, Joyce Lilian.— Died peacefully at The Mount, Wargrave, Berkshire on March 7th aged 100. Dearly loved mother of Michael and Richard, gran of Emma and great-gran of Harry. Funeral at Christchurch URC, Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames on March 19th at 2.00 p.m. No flowers. Donations to The RNCM Student Awards Fund, c/o Christine Henstock, Royal Northern College of Music, 124 Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9RD in memory of Joyce Ratcliffe (née Dilks).
Thomas, Margaret.— Passed away in her sleep on Sunday March 7th 2010, aged 73. Beloved wife of Ray, she will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral will be held at the Sacred Heart Church on Monday March 22nd at 11.00 a.m. followed by a committal at Reading Crematorium, all welcome. Family flowers only, donations if desired to the Alzheimers Society and sent c/o Tomalin and Son, 38 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxon. RG9 1AG. Telephone 01491 573370
Wilder, Mary.— Much loved mother of Jess, widow of David, died peacefully after a short illness on March 4th. Funeral service at St. Paul’s Church, Highmoor on Tuesday March 16th at 2.00 p.m. No flowers please, but donations to Helen House Hospice and sent c/o Tomalin and Son, 38 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxon. RG9 1AG.
In Memoriam
Austen, Matthew.— Always remembering our beloved son Matthew, tragically killed on March 12th 2000. Forever in our hearts and prayers until we meet again. Love mum, dad, John and David
Blackall, Jim.— Died March 1st 1976. In loving memory of our dear dad and grandpy. Always in our thoughts. God bless. Love Michael, Fred, Margaret and families.xxx
Breakspear, Mary Elizabeth.— Died March 17th 2003. Miss you more and more each day. Love mum and dad.
Breakspear, Mary Elizabeth.— March 17th 2003. Mary it’s been 7 years today still the heartache won’t go away, I tend your grave and bring flowers too and think of the good times spent with you. From Michael.
Engagements
Miss A. Hanks and Mr. J. Gross. Peter and Lynda Hanks are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter Anna to John, youngest son of Rich and Elfie Gross of Capitan, New Mexico, USA.
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