Obituaries

Ken Pearce

Unexpectedly at his home on March 29th 2018, Ken, aged 68 years of Bodmin. Dearest dad of Alison and Donna, father-in-law to Joe, loving grandad of Abigail, Josh, Isaac and Alicia, much loved partner of Lynda and ex-husband and friend to Janice. Funeral service St Petroc's Church, Bodmin, Wednesday April 25th at 2.30pm, followed by a private interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for The Cinnamon Trust by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Michael Anthony Harris

Peacefully at Treliske Hospital, on April 6th 2018, Michael Anthony, aged 59 years of Padstow. Much loved son of George and the late Joan, dear brother of David and Peter, loving dad of Jayne, dear grandad of Chloe and Abbi and a great grandad of Lexi. Funeral service St Petroc's Church, Padstow, Friday April 27th at 11.30 am, followed by cremation at Glynn Valley Crematorium at 4.30pm. Donations in lieu of flowers for the M. S. Society by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Ronald Wesley (Wesley) Wilton

Passed away peacefully at home on Monday April 9th, aged 87 years. Dearest husband of Muriel, much loved dad of Clive, Christine and Ron and a treasured grandad and great grandad. Funeral service St Breward Methodist Church, PL30 4LS, Saturday April 14th at 2.30pm, followed by interment at St Breward Churchyard. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Colin Caddy

On April 9th 2018, Colin, aged 71 years of Padstow. Much loved dad of Claire, Lee and Ross and a loving grandad and great grandad. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Thursday April 26th at 4.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Parkinsons UK and Mission To Seafarers by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

John Walker

Peacefully at home, on March 27th 2018, John, aged 64 years of Bodmin. Dear dad of Rachel and loving grandad of Daniel, Bronson and Frances. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Tuesday April 24th at 12.30pm. No flowers please, donations in memory of John can be made by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Gill Roach

On March 26th 2018, Gill, aged 59 years of Wadebridge. Beloved wife of the late John. Funeral service Egloshayle Parish Church, Tuesday April 10th at 2.30pm, followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Arthritis Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Margaret Joan Buse

On March 29th 2018, peacefully, Margaret Joan, aged 93 years of Wadebridge, formerly of St Minver. Much loved wife of Frederick Claude (deceased), loving mum of Helen and Nigel, dear gran of Dan, Becky, Ben, Rosie, Tom and George and adored great granny. A private interment will be followed by A Memorial Service at St Minver Parish Church, Friday April 20th at 2.30pm. Black clothes not necessary. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu for S.C.O.P.E. by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

William (Bill) Coad

On March 29th 2018, Bill, aged 83 years of Wadebridge, formerly Bodmin. Beloved husband of Margaret, dearest dad of Cheryl (deceased), Gavin and Belinda and a dear grandad and great grandad. Funeral service St Petroc's Church, Bodmin, Monday April 16th at 10.45 am, followed by cremation. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for The Renal Unit, Treliske Hospital by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

 

Sandra (Sandy) King 

Passed away on March 20th 2018, Sandra (Sandy), aged 73 years of Wadebridge. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Dearly loved by all her family and friends. Funeral service Egloshayle Parish Church, Thursday April 12th at 10.30 am, followed by cremation. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Wadebridge Football Club, Youth Section by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Jonathan Edmund Hatch

On March 22nd 2018, Jonathan, of Trefrew, Camelford, went home peacefully at Mount Edgcumbe Hospice, St Austell, to his heavenly and earthly father. Unforgettable and irreplaceable to so many, he is especially mourned by his beloved wife Jules, two wonderful children Samuel and Robyn, dear mother Christine and siblings Angela and Benjamin. We hold on to the truth that he has been promoted early to his reward in Heaven. We are holding a Celebration of his Life at St Julitta's Church, Lanteglos, Camelford on Tuesday April 17th at 11.30am, followed by a private family burial. All are welcome to the main service with a reception at Tintagel Brewery, Condolden Farm afterwards. Wear your favourite colour. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Hospice Care Ltd and Oriel Ministries by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Maurice Wesley 'Wes' Mills

On March 15th 2018, passed away peacefully at Derriford Hospital, Wes, aged 87 years of Delabole. A much loved uncle and friend to many. Cremation to take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday April 18th at 1.30pm, followed by a Service to Celebrate His Life at Delabole Methodist Church at 3.00pm. Please wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cancer Research UK and The Merlin M S Centre by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Pamela Anne Treacher 

On March 18th 2018, peacefully at Windmill Court Care Home, Pam, aged 85 years of Burlawn. Beloved wife of David, for whom she will be always remembered with love and gratitude for the wonderful years spent together. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday April 11th at 11.30am. Flowers welcome, however, donations gratefully received in Pam's memory for The Salvation Army by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Reverend Ronald Hockley

Peacefully at Treliske Hospital, on March 13th 2018, Ron, aged 86 years of Wadebridge. Beloved husband of Jennifer and a much loved father of Luke and Simon. A Memorial Service will be held at Rock Methodist Church, Tuesday April 3rd at 10.45am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Christian Aid by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Elizabeth Hine

On March 14th 2018, Elizabeth, aged 86 years of Chapel Amble. Beloved wife of the late Ivon, mother of Philip, Richard and Catherine and grandma of Jenifer, Morwenna, David, Hugh and Michaela. Following a private cremation, there will be a Service of Thanksgiving at St Minver Parish Church, Wednesday March 28th at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance and Dementia UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

(Edward) John Mewton

Peacefully at Treliske Hospital, on March 14th 2018, John, aged 69 years, formerly of Pendoggett. Father of Rachael and Patrick, grandfather of Aisha and Samira and a loving cousin to Marion. A Memorial Service will be held at St Kew Parish Church, Thursday April 12th at 2.45 pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for the Trust of St James the Great at St Kew by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

John Darby

Unexpectedly, on March 1st 2018, John, aged 64 years of Pillaton, Saltash. Loving husband of Helen and a much loved dad of James and Rhianna. Funeral service, Glynn Valley Crematorium, Bodmin, Wednesday March 28th at 12.30 pm. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Royal National Institute of Blind People (R.N.I.B) by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

 

Eric Samuel Hill

On March 12th 2018, peacefully at home, Eric, aged 89 years of Wadebridge. A much loved dad, grandad and great grandad who will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service St Kew Parish Church, Tuesday April 10th at 11.00 am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Keith Shelley (Solly) Solomon 

On March 5th 2018, Keith, aged 80 years of St Columb, formerly Bodmin. Beloved husband of the late Sheila, much loved dad of Chris, father-in-law to Gail, loving grandad of Richerd and Jessica and great grandad of Oscar and Ezriann. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Friday April 6th at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Little Harbour, Children's Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

John Leslie David (PJ) Radcliffe

On March 4th 2018, John, aged 76 years of Port Isaac. Much loved father of Penny and Jeremy, father-in-law to James and Sharon and a loving grandpa of Tom, Harvey, Georgia, Livvy, Lily, Oliver, Faye, Emily and Lucy. Service of Committal at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Friday March 23rd at 10.30am, followed by A Service to Celebrate John's Life at St Kew Parish Church at 11.45am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for the Royal British Legion by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Elizabeth Myrtle Buckley

On February 25th 2018, peacefully at Windmill Court Care Home, Elizabeth, aged 94 years of Wadebridge. Much loved by family and friends, will be sadly missed, but now at peace. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Saturday March 24th at 11.30am. No flowers please, donations in lieu for the Royal British Legion, Wadebridge and the Military Museum, Bodmin by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Dr. John David Shapland 

Peacefully at home in Rock on February 24th 2018, David, aged 92 years, formerly of Modbury. Dearest husband of Jill (deceased) for 60 years. Funeral service St Michael's Church, Porthilly, Tuesday March 13th at 11.30am followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Rock R.N.L.I. by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Mary Lindley

On February 20th 2018, Mary, aged 60 years of Padstow. Beloved daughter of Bill and Nellie and cherished sister of Janet, Diane and June. Funeral service St Petroc's Church, Padstow, Friday March 9th at 2.15pm followed by a cremation at Penmount Crematorium, Truro. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Phyllis Perkins

On February 20th 2018, peacefully at St Breock Care Home, Phyllis, aged 93 years of Bodmin. Adored wife, mum, grandmother and great grandmother who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Tuesday March 6th at 9.30am. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for St Breock Care Home and Bodmin Memory Café by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Peggy Smith

Peacefully in her sleep at Windmill Court Care Home on February 20th 2018, Peggy, aged 90 years of St Tudy. Beloved wife of the late Peter and a much loved mum of Jan and mother-in-law to Gordon. Funeral service, Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday March 14th at 11.30am. No black please. A Celebration of Peggy's life will be held following the interment of her ashes, at a date yet to be decided. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Help the Aged by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Hilda Mary Pearce 

Peacefully on February 20th 2018, at Treliske Hospital, Hilda, aged 82 years of Wadebridge. Beloved wife of the late Jim, much loved mum of David and Trudie and loving nan of Robert and William. Funeral service St Conan's Church, Washaway, Friday March 2nd at 11.00am, followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for The Friends of Royal Cornwall Hospital by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

William John (Bill) Rillstone 

Died 12th February 2018, in Salisbury. Loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. Brother to Harry (deceased), Molly, Ken, Michael and Caroline.
Always a railway man.

 

Douglas 'John' Dennis

On February 10th 2018, peacefully at St Austell Community Hospital, John, aged 77 years of Greenacres, Tregavone Farm, St Merryn. Beloved husband of Ethel, dearest dad of Lizzie and Richard, father-in-law to Terry and Kelly, beloved grampy of Chris and Sammy, Catherine and Mark, Mawgan and Archie and great grampy of Isabella and Charlie. Funeral service St Merryn Parish Church, Wednesday February 21st at 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Heligan Ward, St Austell Community Hospital and Parkinson's UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

David Philp

On February 5th 2018, David, aged 65 years of Port Isaac. A special husband of Jackie and father of Sarah and Jo. Funeral service St Endellion Church, Monday February 26th at 2.30pm, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Mount Edgcumbe Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Dorothy Joyce (Joyce) Smith

Peacefully on January 28th 2018, after a short illness, Joyce, aged 88 years of Wadebridge. Beloved wife of the late Hedley, much loved mum of Alan and Ann, mother-in-law to Sue and Bill, loving gran of Chris, Mark, Sarah, Luke and Martyn and a dear great gran of seven. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Thursday February 22nd at 1.30 pm. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for F.L.E.E.T by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Susan Langdon Read

On January 23rd 2018, Susan, aged 91 years of Falmouth. Much loved mother, grandmother and friend. A private cremation will be held.  

Brenda Cole

On January 20th 2018, Brenda, aged 94 years of Rock. Beloved wife of the late Roy, much loved mum of Roger, mother-in-law to Debbie and loving grandma of Alisa and Beth. Service of Thanksgiving to be held at Rock Methodist Church, Friday February 9th at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Rock Inshore Lifeboat by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Ros Knight (Ros of Wadebridge Co-op)

On January 27th 2018, Ros, aged 63 years of Washaway. Beloved wife of Mike, much loved mum of Tony and Tammy, mother-in-law to Donna and Jay, loving grandma of James, Jess, Amelia and Olly and a darling daughter of Jean and Francis (deceased) Heard. Funeral service Egloshayle Parish Church, Friday February 16th at 2.00 pm, followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for F.L.E.E.T. by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Doreen Williams

On January 29th 2018, Doreen, aged 99 years of Bodmin, formerly Lanivet. Beloved wife of the late Joey (Harold). Funeral service Lanivet Parish Church, Wednesday February 14th at 11.00 am, followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for the R.N.L.I. by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

David Ray

On January 29th 2018, David, aged 74 years of Wadebridge, formerly Westdowns, Delabole. Partner of Billie. A Service of Remembrance will be held at St Teath Parish Church, Friday February 16th at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Elsie Spittey 

On January 27th 2018, aged 95 years, peacefully at The White House Care Home, Bodmin. Adored wife of Kenneth (deceased), much loved mum, nan and great gran. Will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Thursday February 15th at 1.30pm. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for MIND Restormel Association by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Joan Robinson

Peacefully at home, on January 25th 2018, Joan, aged 94 years of Wadebridge. Beloved wife of the late Rob and a much loved mum, gran and great gran. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Monday February 19th at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Macmillan Cancer Support and Marie Curie Cancer Care by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Dorothy Allen

On January 19th 2018, Dorothy, aged 89 years of St Minver. Wife of the late Geoff and mother of Becky, Peter and John. A Memorial Service will take place at Rock Methodist Church, Thursday February 8th at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Rock Methodist Church by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Graham Roberts

On January 23rd 2018, Graham, aged 68 years of Bodmin, formerly Newquay. Much loved dad of Carl, loving grandad and a dear brother of Jeanette and Keith. A Graveside Service will be held at St Enoder Cemetery, Thursday February 8th at 2.30pm. Floral tributes may be sent c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Joan Parkyn

On January 18th 2018, Joan, aged 73 years of Wadebridge. Much loved mum, gran and great gran. Funeral service Egloshayle Parish Church, Tuesday February 13th at 11.00am. Followed by private interment. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Little Harbour Children's Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Michael Robert William Stewart

On January 17th 2018, Michael, aged 81 years of Wadebridge and Bodmin. Beloved husband of June, much loved dad of Shirley, Paul and Chris, loving grandad of Ben and Lalani, dear brother of Barbara and brother-in-law to Chris. Funeral service St Petroc's Church, Bodmin, Thursday February 8th at 11.00 am, followed by interment. Flowers welcome, or if preferred, donations for the R.S.P.C.A. by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Maureen Kitto

Peacefully at Mount Edgcumbe Hospice, on January 16th 2018, Maureen, aged 68 years of Camelford. Beloved wife of the late Derek, much loved mum of Steven, David, Ian, Adrian and Emma, and a dearest nan. Funeral service St Breoke Church, Friday February 9th at 2.00 pm, followed by interment. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Mount Edgcumbe Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Mary Alice Ball

On January 12th 2018, peacefully at Trewiston Lodge, Mary, aged 96 years of Wadebridge. A loving aunt who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service The Bray Funeral Home, Wadebridge, Wednesday January 24th at 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Steven Harper (Dickie)

HARPER - Steven Jay - On November 6th 2016, Dickie, aged 26 years of St Kew Highway. A very special son, who will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Monday November 28th at 4.30pm. Please wear whatever you think Dickie would've liked to see you in. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for The Dreadnought Centre and the Bella Rose Boyling Appeal by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Thelma Elizabeth Wilson

On April 17th 2018, at Treliske Hospital, Thelma, aged 78 years of Withiel. Beloved wife of Shan (deceased), much loved mum of Robert and a dear granny and great granny. Funeral service St Clement's Church, Withiel, Saturday April 25th at 11.00am. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Mount Edgcumbe Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Anthea Barker

On April 8th 2018, Anthea, aged 67 years of Helland. Beloved wife of Brian, much loved mum of Amy, loving granny of Henry and dearest daughter of Thelma. Funeral service Helland Parish Church, Monday April 30th at 2.30pm, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Mount Edgcumbe Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Ralph William Pentelow

On April 8th 2018, Ralph, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Georgina, much loved dad of Ian, Janice, Lorraine, Stephen, Cheryl and Andrew and a loving grandad. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday April 25th at 11.30am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

John Charles Peter (Johnny) Hawken

On March 31st 2018, Johnny, aged 80 years of Pendoggett. Husband of Eleanor, father of Andrew, Thomas and Guy, father-in-law to Sharon and Lyndsey and a loving grandfather to all of his grandchildren. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Thursday April 19th at 11.30am. No black ties please, please wear a splash of colour, or your Cornish tartan. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for R.A.B.I. (Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution) by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Patricia (Pat) Hall

Peacefully at Treliske Hospital, on March 30th 2018, Pat, aged 82 years of Delabole. Beloved wife of the late Stan and a dear mum, gran and great gran. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Tuesday April 17th at 4.30pm. No black, please wear a splash of colour. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Little Harbour, Children's Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Graham Docwra

Peacefully at home on March 26th 2018, Graham, aged 82 years of Engollan. Beloved husband of Jenny, much loved dad of Jackie and Zoe, a dear father-in-law and loving grandad. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Friday April 20th at 11.30am, followed by refreshments at St John's Methodist Chapel, Padstow, to which everyone is invited, even if you are unable to make the service. No black, please wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance and the British Lung Foundation by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Richard Ernest Francis Bennett

On March 15th 2018, Richard, aged 81 years of St Merryn. Beloved husband of the late Jan, much loved dad of Frances, Winston and Peter, dear grandad of Stephanie, Emily, Sophie, Oliver, Georgina, Tristan, Lauren, Joseph and Rosie and great grandad of Effie and Ivy. Funeral service St Merryn Parish Church, Friday April 13th at 11.15am, followed by cremation at Penmount Crematorium. Truro. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for the British Heart Foundation and The Stroke Association by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Sheila Chapman

On March 18th 2018, peacefully at home, Sheila, aged 86 years of St Kew Highway. Beloved wife of Hylton. Sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral service at The Bray Funeral Home, Wadebridge, Monday April 9th at 10.15am followed by a private cremation. Please wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Tony Patterson

On March 17th 2018, Tony, aged 81 years of Bodmin. Beloved husband of Peggy, much loved dad of Sarah and Janet, father-in-law to Ian and Gus and a loving grandad of Charli and Emily. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Monday April 9th at 11.30am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Mount Edgcumbe Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

David Albert Curtis Walford

On March 17th 2018, David, aged 91 years of Wadebridge. Dear brother of the late Dollie. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday April 4th at 1.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Lt Cdr Peter Edwards RN

On March 18th 2018, Peter, aged 85 years of Wadebridge. Dear Husband of the late Joan and a much loved father, grandfather and great grandfather. Funeral service St Michael's R C Church, Wadebridge, Wednesday April 4th at 1.00 pm, followed by cremation. Flowers welcome, or donations in lieu for The Salvation Army by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

James Barry Old

On Thursday 8th March 2018 peacefully at Treliske Hospital aged 73 years of Bodmin. Beloved husband of Marion, dearly loved father of Stephen and Catherine, father-in-law to Simon and Rebecca and much loved Granfer to Victoria, James, Charlotte and Charles. Funeral service and interment to be held at Colan Church, Friday 23rd March at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Parkinson's UK or Bodmin Memory Café by retiring collection or c/o R J Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Robert Horace (Bob) Hill

On March 3rd 2018, Bob, aged 72 years of St Breward. Beloved husband of Annette, much loved dad of Dean, Tony and Adrian, a loving grandad of Aaron, Isaac, Keeley, Daniel, Leah and Alex and great grandad of Jaxen. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Monday March 26th at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Les Spang

On February 25th 2018, Les, aged 98 years of Wadebridge. Beloved husband of the late Kath. Funeral service Kernow Chapel, Penmount Crematorium, Thursday March 15th at 10.30am. No flowers please, donations in lieu for the National Trust by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

June Wood

Peacefully at Mount Edgcumbe Hopsice on February 27th 2018, June, aged 65 years of Boscastle, formerly Tintagel. Beloved wife of Steve, much loved mum of Kirsty and John and a loving nana of Millie and Hayden. Funeral service St Materiana's Church, Tintagel, Monday March 12th at 2.00pm, followed by a private interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for The Headland Unit, Treliske and Mount Edgcumbe Hospice by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Patricia Bennett

On February 19th 2018, Pat, aged 85 years of Bodmin, formerly St Breward. Much loved sister and mother. Funeral service St Breward Parish Church, Thursday March 8th at 11.00 am, followed by interment. No flowers please, donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Leonard (Len) Lightfoot 

On February 23rd 2018, Len, aged 74 years of Tregellist. Darling partner of Fi, dear friend of Anne, much loved brother of Gerald, Marjorie (deceased), Harold and Mike and a dear uncle. Funeral service St Kew Parish Church, Tuesday March 13th at 2.30pm, followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Port Isaac Surgery and Cats Protection League by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Christine (Chris) Hearn

On February 17th, Chris, aged 78 years of Trevia, Camelford. Retired teacher. Beloved wife of the late John and much loved mum of Peter and Beth. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Monday March 12th at 4.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for National Eye Research Centre by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: (01208) 812626.

Daphne Scott

On February 13th 2018, Daphne, aged 83 years, of Bodmin. Beloved wife of Roy and mother of Michael. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday March 7th at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Alzheimer's Society by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Dorothy Dutton

On February 6th 2018, Dorothy, aged 91 years of Bodmin. Beloved wife of Alfred for 71 years and a much loved mum of Gary and Tony. Funeral service St Petroc's Church, Bodmin, Wednesday February 28th at 3.45pm, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for the British Heart Foundation by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

 

William 'Philip' Nute

Peacefully at home, on February 6th 2018, with his family, Philip, aged 78 years of Halgabron. Beloved husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Manda, Russell and Derek, father-in-law to Luke, Sally and Leanne, loving grandad of Leanne, Charlie, Jo, Robbie, Jemma, Jack and Bradley and great grandad of Orin, Olly, Matthew, Ted and Tommy. Philip will be sadly missed. A Service to Celebrate the Life of Philip, will be held at Bossiney Methodist Chapel, Tuesday March 6th at 2.30pm. No flowers please, donations in lieu for HeartSWell, Camelford and Dementia UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Cynthia Holden

On January 30th 2018, Cynthia, aged 92 years of St Teath. A loving wife of Alec (deceased), proud mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Thursday March 1st at 1.30 pm. Please wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Jane Ann Dickinson

On January 31st 2018, Jane, aged 85 years of Mount. Much loved mum of Becky and mother-in-law to Paul. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Friday February 23rd at 12.30 pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance and Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Peggy Warrick

On January 28th 2018, Peggy, aged 96 years of Wadebridge. Beloved wife of Charles (deceased), much loved mum of John (deceased), Jane and Jenny and a loving granny and great granny. Funeral service St Breoke Church, Wednesday February 7th at 2.30 pm, followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Samantha Fry

Unexpectedly, on January 22nd 2018, Samantha, aged 51 years of St Teath. Beloved mother of the late Jordan. Committal service at Glynn Valley Crematorium, Thursday February 15th at 12.30 pm followed by a Service of Remembrance at St Teath Parish Church at 1.45pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cystic Fibrosis Trust by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Bridget Mary (Biddy) Holden

Beloved wife of the late Dr John Holden. A Service to Celebrate the Life of Biddy will take place at St Endellion Church, Saturday March 3rd at 2.00pm. No flowers please, donations, if desired, for the R.N.L.I., Shelterbox and Save the Children by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Benergise McLoughlin

On January 24th 2018, Ben (of Cornwall), aged 45 years of Port Isaac. Much loved son of Hazel and a dear brother of Becky. All of Ben's friends are very welcome to the celebration of his life at St Endellion Church, Tuesday February 6th at 2.30pm, followed by interment. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Stallcombe House by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Morris 'Mo' Cowling 

On January 12th 2018, peacefully at Treliske aged 70 years. Mo of St Breward was a much loved partner, dad and grandad. Funeral service to take place at Glynn Valley Crematorium on Monday February 5th at 10.30am. Family flowers only but donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Ian David Borton

On January 19th 2018, peacefully at St Breock Care Home, Wadebridge, Ian, aged 90 years of Wadebridge. Beloved husband of Margaret, much loved father of Roger and Giles, father-in-law to Shirley and much loved Pa of Emily. Service of Thanksgiving, St Neot Parish Church, Thursday February 8th at 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Pamela Mary Coryn

On January 18th 2018, peacefully at home surrounded by her family, Pam, aged 74 years of Treginegar Farm, St Merryn. Much loved partner of John, mum of Andrew and Dawn and granny of Kalin. Funeral service St Newlyn East Parish Church, Saturday February 3rd at 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Bowel Cancer and The Injured Jockeys Fund by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

John Wesley (Whiskey, Jack) Wilce

Peacefully at home, with his family, on January 22nd 2018, John, aged 69 years of Wadebridge, originally Rock. Beloved husband of Sue, much loved dad of Janet & Ken, Darren & Jenna and Wayne (deceased), loving grandad of Danielle (deceased), Kylub and Sheri and step grandad to Kieran, Lolita and Rhianna. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Monday February 12th at 2.30 pm. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for the British Heart Foundation and Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Don Sim

On January 9th 2018, peacefully at Treliske Hospital, Don, aged 68 years of Wadebridge. Much loved dad of Kat and Jen, precious fiancé of Di and loving brother of Beryl and Cally. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Wednesday January 31st at 4.30 pm. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Help for Heroes by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Elvis Wilce

On January 7th 2018, peacefully, Elvis, aged 41 years of Delabole. Beloved husband of Veona, much loved dad of Jessica, Lauren, Liam and Lacey-Mae and loving son of Dennis and Janet. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service St Kew Parish Church, Wednesday January 31st at 11.00 am, followed by a private interment. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cornwall Air Ambulance by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

 

Beverley Ann Prout (Née Snowdon)

On January 8th 2018, Beverley, aged 60 years of Camelford. Beloved wife of Colin, much loved mum of Christa, Allan and Lindsay and a loving grandma of her four granddaughters. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Friday February 9th at 11.30 am. Please be smart, but wear a splash of colour. Flowers welcome, or if preferred, donations in lieu for the British Heart Foundation by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Annie Thomas

On January 6th 2018, passed away peacefully at Treliske Hospital, Annie, aged 92 years of Wadebridge. Wife of Bernard (deceased), much loved mum of Val, Elaine, Sheila and Paul, grandmother of Debbie, Lisa, Andrew, Helen, Emma, Lucy, Danielle and Michael, great grandmother of Hannah, Ruby, Liav, Aimee, Marley, Benjamin, Harlee, Max, Finn, Evie-Rose and Deano. Will be sadly missed by her loving family and all who knew her. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Funeral service Glynn Valley Crematorium, Monday January 29th at 1.30 pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Christine McCormick

On January 4th 2018, Chris, aged 90 years of Slades House. Beloved wife of the late Brian and much loved mum, Chan and great gran. Funeral service Egloshayle Parish Church, Thursday February 1st at 11.00 am, followed by a private interment. Feel free to wear your Cornish tartan. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for F.L.E.E.T. and Guide Dogs for the Blind by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Biddy Holden

Peacefully at Windmill Court Nursing Home, St Minver on December 28th 2017, aged 97 years. Beloved wife of the late Dr John Holden, much loved mother of Marten, Jane and Sally, devoted granny and great grandmother. Private cremation service for family only. No flowers please, donations for the R.N.L.I., Shelterbox or Save the Children may be sent to R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626. A Memorial Service will take place at St Endellion Church at a later date, to be advised.

 

Cecil Osborne

At home, on January 1st 2018, Cecil, aged 93 years of Egloshayle, Wadebridge. Beloved husband of the late Margaret. Funeral service Egloshayle Parish Church, Tuesday January 23rd at 3.00 pm, followed by interment. Flowers welcome, or if preferred, donations in lieu for the Cats Protection League and Macmillan Nurses by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.

Robert Anderson (Rob) Whatty

Peacefully at home, Robert, aged 80 years of Looe, sadly lost his battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Barbara, much loved dad of Susan and a loving grandad of Alex, Abigail and Andrew. Funeral service Trelawny Chapel, Penmount Crematorium, Truro, Friday February 2nd at 11.00am. Smart dress, no black, please wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Talland Church and RSPB by retiring collection or c/o R. J. Bray & Son, Funeral Directors, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge, PL27 6AD. Tel: 01208 812626.