Somerset Funeral Notices as heartfelt tributes left to loved ones including pub landlady

Heartfelt messages have been paid to 28 much-loved Somerset locals in the latest funeral and death notices this week. Tributes have been paid to much-loved family members and those who have tragically had their lives cut short.

In total 25 death notices were placed into the funeral notices section of SomersetLive’s sister print titles, for those people who either lived in the county or had links to it and have died recently.

The messages, placed between May 17 to May 23 provide comfort to the loved ones of those either lost or being celebrated. There was also two in memoriam messages for loved ones no longer with us and one acknowledgement.

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk - the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams.

All of the notices will remain online forever, providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory.

Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here. Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084.

Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

Margaret BARTON

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 14th May 2025, aged 95. Beloved wife of the late Rev Canon Peter Barton and much-loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral at St Bartholomew's Church, Crewkerne on Friday 30th May at 11 a.m. Family flowers only, please, but if desired, donations to the mission work of St. Bartholomew's Church (Inquiries to info@stbartscrewkerne.org or A.E.Stoodley & Son 01460 73229)

Norah Marie BELSHAW

Of Wedmore Passed away peacefully on 3rd May 2025 at home, aged 83 Years. Norah will be dearly missed by her loving husband William, daughter Elizabeth, son Stephen and all her family and friends. Norah’s Funeral Service will be held at St Joseph and St Teresa Church, Wells on Thursday 5th June at 12:30 pm. It is a special day, as this is also Norah and William’s Diamond Wedding Anniversary. A burial at Wedmore Cemetery will follow the service at 2:00 pm. Donations, if desired, for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance may be made online via this notice in the donation box below or cheques made payable to the charity may be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury BA6 9GY. Tel. 01458 831020.

Alison Mildred BLAKE

Of Street, passed peacefully away on 16th May 2025 aged 100 years. A much loved wife of the late Ern Blake, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many who will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral Service at Misson Church Street on Tuesday, 10th June 2025 at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired may be made online at www.funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques made payable to Cats Protection or Clic Sargent (Young Lives Vs Cancer) may be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY.

Tracey CHIDZEY

Much-loved landlady of The White Hart, Cheddar. Sadly, after a brave two-year battle with cancer, Tracey passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on 15th May 2025, aged 60 years. Beloved wife of Paul; devoted mum to Leanne, Michael, Jamie, and Hayley; and cherished Nana to her grandchildren, as well as a guiding figure to many more who loved her like family. A treasured friend to so many, Tracey will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at St Andrew's Church, Cheddar, on Monday 9th June 2025 at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, to Weston Hospicecare may be forwarded to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3RF. Tel: 01934 742885.

Freda Irene COOK

Passed away on 4 May 2025 at Sherborne House, Yeovil, aged 100 Wife of late Cecil Cook, Beloved Mother of Diane, Grandmother of Christopher and Donna and Great Grandmother to Blaine, Dakota, Athena, Tyler and Amelie. Funeral service is to be held on Monday 2 June 2025 at 12:15 at Holy Trinity Church, Yeovil Family flowers only but donations to Holy Trinity Church are welcomed in loving memory of Freda Cook Co-op Funeralcare 8 - 11 Bond Street, Yeovil BA20 1PE Telephone: 01935 423463

Gillian COX

Passed away peacefully at the Royal United Hospital, Bath, on 19th May 2025, aged 77 years. Funeral service at West Wiltshire Crematorium, Semington, on Friday 13th June at 12.00 pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations for RUHX may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).

Patricia Alice CRISP

(Pat) On 10th May peacefully at home in Crewkerne, aged 89 years. A much loved wife, mum, nanny and great granny. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Monday 2nd June at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations in Pat's memory are to support the work of St. Margaret's Hospice These may left after the service, made online at www.stoodleyandson.co.uk or sent c/o The Old Bank 37 Market Square Crewkerne TA18 7LP Tel 0160 73229

Robert Vernon ELLIOTT

(Bob) Of Croscombe. Died on 9th May 2025. A loving Husband to Brenda, Father to David and Amanda, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Bob will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. A Songs of Praise Service for Bob will take place at St Michael’s and All Angels Church, Dinder on Thursday 29th May at 2.30pm. Family Flowers only please however Donations if desired are invited for St Margarets Hospice (Somerset) and may be made online via this notice in the donation box below or cheques made payable to the Charity can be forwarded to Forsey and Son Funeral Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY.

Matthew Charles FINCH

(Matt) Passed away on May 15th 2025, aged 51 years. Beloved Husband of Jenny, much loved Dad to Rosa and Eddie, cherished Brother of Hayley and Mark. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at St Andrew's Church, Chew Magna on Thursday, 5th June at 11.00 am. Donations if desired for Dorothy House and Brain Tumour Research are being accepted in memory of Matt by Michael W Rowe Funeral Directors, 2, The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna, BS40 8RD. Telephone 01275 332565.

Peter William FLEMING

Peter sadly passed away at Saville Manor on Monday 21st April. His funeral will take place on Thursday 29th May at 11:15 am at Canford Crematorium. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Peter's memory to Multiple Sclerosis Society UK.

Gillian Mary GANNON

Passed away 24th April 2025, aged 81 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Gillian's Funeral service will be held on Thursday 5th June, 12 noon at South Bristol Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired to Dementia UK c/o www.aedavey.co.uk and/or Arthur E Davey Family Funeral Directors, 82 Silver Street, Nailsea BS48 2DS. Tel: 01275 852307.

David JOYCE

Of Mark passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday May 4th 2025, aged 81 years. Husband of the late Hilda, dad to Deborah and Claire, father-in-law to Terry and James, 'papa' to Christopher, Abbie, Georgia and Grace. He will greatly missed by all. The funeral service takes place at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Thursday May 22nd at 15:00. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance, may be given online at ashleyedwards.co.uk, or sent to: Ashley Edwards Funeral Directors, 9 Church Street, Highbridge, TA9 3AE. Telephone 01278 794304

Pamela Margaret LEIGH

of Ashcott formerly of Axbridge passed away peacefully at Glastonbury Care Home on Sunday 11th May 2025 aged 90 years. Beloved wife of Clarence, dearly loved mother of Mandy and Gary, loving grandmother of Hayley and Adam also beloved great grandmother of Edith, Nancy, Dexter and Thea who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Mendip Crematorium on Wednesday 4th June 2025 at 12.30 pm. Bright colours may be worn please. Family flowers only, donations if desired will be shared between Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance and Brunelcare (Glastonbury Care Home) can be left in the collection box after the service or made directly online at www.mfranksandsons.co.uk (announcements). Cheques payable to the charities can also be forwarded to: M Franks & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bath Road, Ashcott, Bridgwater, TA7 9QT. Telephone 01458 210627.

Margaret Ann LEITCH

Of Trudoxhill, passed away on 12th May aged 83 years. Funeral service to take place at Mendip Crematorium, Shepton Mallet, on Friday 30th May at 2:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Cats Protection and Bath Cats and Dogs Home may be forwarded to Curtis Ilott Independent Funeral Directors, Baywell House, Ellworthy Park, Frome, BA11 5LS. Telephone 01373 452116

Walter William MAY

(Wally) Passed peacefully away at Paulton Hospital on Friday 9th May 2025, aged 98 years. Beloved Husband to Florence. Loving Dad of David, Ivor and Martin. Proud Grandad and Great-Grandad. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. The family would like to thank all the staff at Paulton Hospital for the wonderful care and support they gave to Wally. Funeral service to be held at Haycombe Crematorium, 1.00pm on Tuesday 10th June. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Wally are being received for Cancer Research UK and may be sent to Clarkson's Independent Funeral; Directors 7 Windsor Place, Upper Bristol Road Bath BA1 3DF 01225 426822

Philip Raymond MITCHELL

Dearly loved by Shirley and Mike, Granddaughters Faye and Kelly & all his family. Passed away peacefully on the 23rd of April 2025 aged 94 at Watersmead Care Home, Westbury. A funeral service will be held at All Saints Church, Westbury, Wiltshire on 23rd May 2025 at 12 noon. Followed by a private burial. Family flowers only please. All donations welcomed for The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund and The Royal British Legion. c/o Arthur W Mays, Funeral Director 52 Warminster Road, Westbury BA13 3PF, 01373 822764

Trevor Hubert PARKER

Passed away peacefully on 25th April 2025 Aged 84 years. Brother to Anita. Trevor will be deeply missed by all who knew him. The funeral service at Sedgemoor Crematorium will take place at 2.00pm on Tuesday 27th May 2025. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer's Society. Enquiries to Groves Family Funeral Directors, 115 High Street, Worle, Weston super Mare BS22 6HB Tel: 01934 525042

Patricia Ann PEARCE

(Nee Bird) 3/11/1938 - 06/05/2025 Mum fought a long, brave fight against a terrible illness. She died surrounded by her close family. A beautiful soul has left this earth. Funeral Service at South Bristol Crematorium on Friday 30th May at 3.45pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to Parkinson's UK c/o Keith C Britton & Son, Funeral Directors, 10 High Street, Yatton BS49 4JA. or online via kcbritton.co.uk

Anthony Raymond PERRY

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tony Perry. A funeral service to celebrate Tony's life will be held on Monday, 2nd June 2025, at 11:30 am at St John's Catholic Church, Bath. Family, friends, and all who knew Tony are warmly invited to attend and pay their respects. Forever loved, always remembered.

Janice Gloria ROBERTSON

Of Street, passed away peacefully on 23rd April 2025 at Southlawns Residential Home, aged 91 years. Janice will be missed by all those that knew her. Reunited with her beloved husband Ronald. Janice's cremation service will take place at Yeovil Crematorium on Wednesday 28th May at 1:20pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited to Brain Tumour Research. Donations can be made via the donation box at the service, online at funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques made payable to the charity may be forwarded to Forsey and Son, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 9GY. Enquires 01458 831020

Valerie Frances SALVIDGE

(Bodiam) Of Midsomer Norton. Passed away peacefully at Culverhayes Nursing Home on 14th May 2025, aged 80 years. Beloved wife to Tony, loving mum of Lynne, Julie & Carol. Nan to Stephen, Michelle, Emma, Holly, Toby, Paige and Gemma and many great grandchildren. Funeral service to be held at the Church of St Peter and St Paul Kilmersdon on Thursday 12th June at 11am. Please wear bright colours at the family's request. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are being received for the Cats Protection and Culverhayes Nursing Home, they may be left in the collection box following the service. All enquiries to B H Mears Funeral Directors, tel 01761 412160.

John TANSLEY

of Hinton Blewett passed away peacefully at the Royal United Hospital on 7th May, aged 80. Beloved Husband of Lynda, Dad, Grandad and Great Grandad. Funeral Service at St Margaret's Church, Hinton Blewett on Thursday 29th May at 2.30 pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for RUHX (ITU) to Bryan G Bishop Funeral Service, Farrington Road, Paulton, Bristol, BS39 7LW.

Alan Philip TAYLOR

Passed away peacefully at St Benedict's Nursing Home, Glastonbury, on 9th May 2025, aged 70 years. Loving partner to Val, wonderful Son, Brother and step Father. Very proud soldier of the 3rd Battalion Queens Regiment. Funeral service at Mendip Crematorium, Croscombe, on Monday 9th June at 10.30 am. Family flowers only, please. Donations for Parkinson's UK may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).

Captain Roy John Lovelace THORN

R.M.A.S. (Ret'd) 04.05.1936 - 03.05.2025 Weighed anchor and passed away peacefully at home in his sleep. Husband to Bobette (Bobby), adored father of Amanda, father-in-law to Matthew and grandfather to his cherished grandchildren Charlotte and Harry Robinson. A TRUE COMPASS, CALM SEAS AND A FAIR WIND

Karina Marta VEILANDS

(Katie) Passed away peacefully at Hill View Lodge RUH Bath on 3rd May 2025 Funeral service to take place at Hill Top Chapel Haycombe Crematorium on Tuesday 10th June 2025 at 2.15 pm. Please wear a little brightness. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to support Dorothy House and PDSA. Can be given on the day or by visiting our Much Loved page at www.muchloved.com C/o E C Alderwick & Son Ltd 71 High Street, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3DG Tele: 0117 935 3746

In Memoriams

Sylwia CLARK

Four years ago today My Lovely Beautiful Wife Sylwia Clark went to Heaven. I miss you so much you are always in my thoughts, I love you with all my heart forever and ever, I wish you all the love and happiness in the universe. From your forever loving husband Colin. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Beryl Una Nancy COMERFORD

Dear mum, passed away 11 years ago today. Always loved and remembered. Son Jeremy

Acknowledgements

Marlene Peggy MASTERS-HARDING

Nigel, Judy, Nicola and the family wish to thank the nurses and staff at Elliscombe House Residential Care Home and all the Doctors and Nurses involved in her care, for all their kindness and care. We also thank relatives and friends for their kind cards and messages of sympathy, for their attendance at the service and for donations which are being gratefully received for SSAFA or St Mary the Virgin Church, Yarlington, c/o Harold F. Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Please accept this as our personal message of thanks

To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.