The latest funeral notices in the Coventry Telegraph

Loved ones in Coventry are being mourned. The latest death notices in the Coventry Telegraph have offered families a chance to pay their respects as they say a final farewell.

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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.

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Barbara ATKINS (Babs)

(Babs) Passed away peacefully on 29th March 2024, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of John. A funeral service will take place on 29th April 2024 at 3.15pm at Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium. Following the service, a reception will take place at The Millpool, Hipswell Highway, Coventry CV2 5FR to continue sharing memories of Barbara. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to be sent to Macmillan. Further information may be obtained from the Funeral Director at: The Heart of England Co-op Funerals 184, Ansty Road Coventry CV2 3EX Tel: 02476 650619

Gerald Ernest (Gerry) BAIMBRIDGE

(Gerry) Passed away peacefully on the 20th March 2024 aged 94 years. Devoted Husband to Nancy (deceased). Loving Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad and Great Great Grandad. Gerry will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 17th April at 10.00am in Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium. Family flowers only. If you wish to make a donation in Gerry’s memory the chosen charity is MacMillan Cancer Support, these can be left in the donation box at the exit of the chapel. If you are unable to attend the service, it is being live streamed. If you require this information please contact the funeral directors below. All enquiries c/o Franklin & Hawkins Family Funeral Directors, 333 Tile Hill Lane, Coventry CV4 9DU Telephone 024 7647 3000

Geoffrey Mills BUSH

Dear brother of Janet and the late Barry, Donald and John. Passed away peacefully on the 22nd March 2024. Funeral service will take place on Monday 22nd April at 10.45am in Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium. Donations if desired for Atrium Health Ltd can be left in the box at the exit of the chapel. All enquiries c/o Franklin & Hawkins Family Funeral Directors, 333 Tile Hill Lane, Coventry CV4 9DU Telephone 024 7647 3000

Geoffrey Alan (Geoff) BUXTON

(Geoff) Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on 31st March 2024 aged 73 years. Very much loved, wonderful Husband and Soulmate to Chris. Proud Stepfather to Richard and Tom. Grandad to Mac and will be sadly missed by family and friends. Yesterday was History, Tomorrow is a mystery, Today is a gift. Rest in peace my darling Geoff, till we meet again. All my love Chris XXX Geoff’s funeral will take place at the Heart of England Crematorium, Nuneaton on Friday 26th April at 11:45AM. Flowers may be sent c/o G Seller Funeral Directors, 75 Upper Bond Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1RH, Tel: 01455 637457.

Jean Mary CARTWRIGHT

Passed away peacefully on 26th March 2024, aged 93 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Stan. Jean was greatly loved by many and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends Requiem Mass at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Bulkington on Monday 22nd April 2024 at 11:00am followed by burial in the churchyard Donations if desired payable to Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of the members of Jean’s family she’s lost, which can be made via J E Hackett and Sons website (make a donation) or by post to J.E.Hackett and Sons Ltd 93 Leicester Road, Bedworth CV12 8AH. Tel: 024 76 313 326.

Gerald Ernest (Gerry) BAIMBRIDGE

(Gerry) Passed away peacefully on the 20th March 2024 aged 94 years. Devoted Husband to Nancy (deceased). Loving Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad and Great Great Grandad. Gerry will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 17th April at 10.00am in Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium. Family flowers only. If you wish to make a donation in Gerry’s memory the chosen charity is MacMillan Cancer Support, these can be left in the donation box at the exit of the chapel. If you are unable to attend the service, it is being live streamed. If you require this information please contact the funeral directors below. All enquiries c/o Franklin & Hawkins Family Funeral Directors, 333 Tile Hill Lane, Coventry CV4 9DU Telephone 024 7647 3000

Geoffrey Mills BUSH

Dear brother of Janet and the late Barry, Donald and John. Passed away peacefully on the 22nd March 2024. Funeral service will take place on Monday 22nd April at 10.45am in Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium. Donations if desired for Atrium Health Ltd can be left in the box at the exit of the chapel. All enquiries c/o Franklin & Hawkins Family Funeral Directors, 333 Tile Hill Lane, Coventry CV4 9DU Telephone 024 7647 3000

Geoffrey Alan (Geoff) BUXTON

(Geoff) Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on 31st March 2024 aged 73 years. Very much loved, wonderful Husband and Soulmate to Chris. Proud Stepfather to Richard and Tom. Grandad to Mac and will be sadly missed by family and friends. Yesterday was History, Tomorrow is a mystery, Today is a gift. Rest in peace my darling Geoff, till we meet again. All my love Chris XXX Geoff’s funeral will take place at the Heart of England Crematorium, Nuneaton on Friday 26th April at 11:45AM. Flowers may be sent c/o G Seller Funeral Directors, 75 Upper Bond Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1RH, Tel: 01455 637457.

Jean Mary CARTWRIGHT

Passed away peacefully on 26th March 2024, aged 93 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Stan. Jean was greatly loved by many and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends Requiem Mass at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Bulkington on Monday 22nd April 2024 at 11:00am followed by burial in the churchyard Donations if desired payable to Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of the members of Jean’s family she’s lost, which can be made via J E Hackett and Sons website (make a donation) or by post to J.E.Hackett and Sons Ltd 93 Leicester Road, Bedworth CV12 8AH. Tel: 024 76 313 326.

Susan Diane COPELAND

Beloved wife of Roger, Dearly loved mum of Dean and Laura, Adored nan of Molly, Stephen, Amber and Russell. Passed away peacefully on 10th March 2024, aged 76. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 23rd April, 12.30pm at St Luke’s Church, Holbrooks, followed by burial at St Paul’s Cemetery. Flowers may be sent to J.E. Hackett and Sons Ltd, Longford Bridge, Coventry, CV6 6BH. Tel: 024 76 367 149.

(Des) Thomas Desmond COX

of Three Spires Avenue, Coventry, former Electrician at GR Marson Ltd and Jaguar Cars. Passed away at Myton Hospice on 16 March 2024, aged 76. A beloved Husband, Brother, Father, Step-Father/Grandfather/Great-Grandfather, Uncle and Great-Uncle, who will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A private cremation will take place on Friday 12 April 2024 at Canley Crematorium. Goodnight, God Bless

Pat DICKENS (Ensor)

(Ensor) It is with great sadness that Pat’s family announce her death. Pat passed away on 19 March 2024 following a short illness. A celebration of her life will be held on Friday 19 April from 6pm onwards at The Coniston Tavern Pallett Drive Nuneaton CV11 6JT. There will be a hot buffet provided and we hope you will join us to raise a glass in Pat’s memory. We welcome any photos you may wish to share on the evening.

Ellen Mary (Eileen) DRAPER (nee MOTEN)

(nee MOTEN) (Eileen ) Passed away on 22nd March 2024 Aged 88 years. Beloved wife of Bob (deceased). Adored mum to Paul and Jayne. Much loved grandmother of Adrian and James and great grandmother to Isabelle and Poppy. The Funeral Service will be held at Canley Crematorium, Cannon Hill Chapel on Monday 22nd April at 10.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired please send directly to Dementia UK or a donation box will be available at the service. Further information may be obtained from the Funeral Director at: The Heart of England Co-op Funerals 184 Ansty Road, Coventry, CV2 3AX Tel: 02476 225826

Alice DUKE

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alice Duke, beloved wife of Hugh (deceased), cherished mother to Norah, Margaret, Kathleen, Thomas and Francis, a valued mother in law, a devoted grandmother, great-grandmother, dear friend and neighbour. Alice passed away peacefully at University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire following a short illness. Known for her unwavering love and kindness, Alice’s warm smile and gentle spirit brought joy to all who knew her and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends. A Requiem Mass for Alice will be held on Wednesday 24 April 2024 in St. Osburg’s Church at 12:10pm, followed by a cremation service at Canley Crematorium. May Alice rest in peace, knowing she was dearly loved and will be profoundly missed. Floral tributes may be sent c/o A J Lloyd Funeral Directors The Old Barn 656 Allesley Old Road Coventry CV5 8GB Allesley – Ernesford Grange – Radford 024 7627 4444

Mary FITZGERALD

Devoted wife of the late Denis, Mary will be sadly missed by her sons Paul and Stephen (deceased) and daughters Caroline and Sharon, sons-in-law Tom and Steve and her much loved grandsons Liam and Ross. Passed away peacefully at home on 2nd April aged 93 years. A Requiem Mass will be held at 1.00 pm on Monday 29th April 2024 in All Souls R/C Church, Kingsland Ave, Coventry, followed by Private Burial in Canley Gardens at 2.30 pm. Flowers Welcome or donations in Mary’s memory, if desired, may be left for Age UK via funeral-notices.co.uk. All enquiries c/o Henry Ison & Sons 188 Allesley Old Road, Coventry Cv5 8GJ Tel 02476 713643

Clive FROST (Cliff)

(Cliff) Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 28th March 2024, aged 72 years. Beloved husband of Ginny, much loved dad to Tom, Will and Craig, special grangrad to Hunter. He will be hugely missed by all who knew and loved him. The Funeral Service will take place at The Heart Of England Crematorium, Nuneaton on Monday 22nd April at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please, but donations can be made to Kidney Research UK if desired. For any enquiries please contact H.J Dawson Funeral Director’s, 22 George Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 1ET, (01926) 427464

Mary HADDEN (Née Hinde)

(Née Hinde) Mary passed away peacefully at Arden House Care Home in Leamington Spa on Wednesday, 20th March 2024. Devoted Wife of the late Arthur. Adored Mum to Gary, Janet and Julie, and mum-in-law to Justine, Jenny and Bob. Much loved Nan to Rachel, Robert, Gil and Craig and great-nan to Xander. Treasured sister to Jean and Dorothy. Loved and cherished by her wider family and friends. Mary’s funeral will take place at Charter Chapel, Coventry Canley Crematorium, CV4 7DF at 3.15pm on Tuesday, 16th April 2024. Floral tributes can be sent to Heart of England Co-op Funeral Directors, Lower Holyhead Road, Coventry, CV1 3AX. Donations to the Macular Society can be made using the link https://maryhadden.muchloved.com

Jean Joyce (Joyce) HANCOCK (nee Rafferty)

(nee Rafferty) (Joyce) Passed away at home on 30th March 2024, aged 86 years following a long illness bravely borne. Much loved wife to Roy for 65 years. Precious, devoted mum to Mark and Mandy and mother in law to Deb and Nick. Caring, proud nan to Adam, Laura, Louise, Tom and Emily and great nan to Lewis and Matthew. Joyce will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Special thanks to Generation Care Coventry, Mary Ann Evans Hospice at home and Marie Curie. Funeral service to be held at St Laurence’s Church, Foleshill on Thursday 25th April 2024 at 1.30pm followed by cremation at The Heart of England Crematorium at 2.45pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired payable to Mary Ann Evans Hospice in memory of Joyce which can be made via J E Hackett and Sons website (make a donation) or by post to J.E.Hackett and Sons Ltd 93 Leicester Road, Bedworth CV12 8AH. Tel: 024 76 313 326.

Steven (Steve) HAND

(Steve) Beloved husband and soul mate to Irene, Dearly loved dad of Victoria and Mitchel Dear brother, brother in law, uncle and friend Passed away peacefully at home on 25th March 2024, aged 65 years. Funeral service to be held at Canley Crematorium (Cannon Hill Chapel) on Monday 15th April 2024 at 12:45pm Family flowers only please, donations if desired payable to Cancer Research UK in memory of Steve which can be made via J E Hackett and Sons website (make a donation) or by post to J.E Hackett and Sons Ltd Longford Bridge, Coventry, CV6 6BH. Tel: 024 76 367 149.

Much loved wife for 70 years of Robert ‘Bob’, dearly loved Mum of Amanda, dear mother-in-law of Mark and devoted and adored Grandma of Thomas, passed away peacefully on 26th March 2024, aged 94 years. A sister, auntie and friend to many, she will be loved and missed by all who knew her. Committal to take place at Canley Crematorium in the Cannon Hill Chapel on Friday 19 April 2024 at 12 noon, followed by a Thanksgiving Service at Holbrooks Evangelical Church at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Evelyn, if desired, payable to Parkinson’s UK, can be made via J E Hackett and Sons website (make a donation), by post to J E Hackett and Sons Ltd, Longford Bridge, Coventry, CV6 6BH (tel 024 76 367149), or on the day of the Service via a donation box.

Glyn George JONES

Passed away peacefully at University Hospital Coventry on 24th March 2024 aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Pamela. Loving Father of Neil and Sonia, father-in-law to Daniel and Sarah and much-loved Grandad to Luke, Benjamin, and Sophie Glyn’s funeral service will take place at the Heart of England Crematorium on Friday 19th April 2024 at 09.30am. A celebration of Glyn’s life will follow at the Bedworth Cricket Club, Rye Piece Ringway, Bedworth, CV12 8JH. Flowers welcome from all. Any enquiries C/O Heart of England Co-op Funerals 10 High Street, Bedworth, CV12 8NF Tel: 02476 314823