Family Announcements, births, marriages, deaths, obituaries and in memoriam from Hampshire

BRITTON Happy 21st Carly. Have a great time Saturday. Love Nan, Grandad and Matt. Happy Birthday Mummy. Lots of love Shayla x

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SMART Virginia (Ginnie) On 13th April after a valiant battle with cancer. Much loved mother of Jonathan, grandmother to William and Spencer, sister to Michael and a light in the life of so many people. She will be sadly missed and will leave a huge gap in the lives of those who loved her. Private cremation followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at St Mary's Church Avington, Winchester on Monday 27th April at 3.00p.m. Family flowers only please but donations to benefit "Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund" may be forwarded to Richard Steel & Partners, 12-14 City Road, Winchester SO23 8SG

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JOHNSON Eric Died suddenly at home on Tuesday 21st April. Loved and respected husband to Brenda and father to Liz and Keith. He will be greatly missed. Family flowers only. Enquiries to Richard Steel & Partners, Alderman House, City Road, Winchester 01962 862333

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PALMER Margery Frances (Midge) Peacefully on 18th April at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital; aged 64 years. Beloved sister of Elizabeth, Brenda and Mervyn and a much loved aunt, great-aunt and sister-in-law. She will be sadly missed by the many people who knew her. Funeral service at St Luke's Church, Stanmore on Wednesday 29th April at 1.45 p.m followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donation enquiries to Richard Steel & Partners, 12-14 City Road, Winchester SO23 8SG 01962 862333

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LATIMER Margaret (Mummy) On 18th April 2009, peacefully in hospital after a short illness, aged 82. Much loved mum of Sue and Rex, Glo and Pete and loving nan to Michael and Jackie and Stephen. Funeral service at Basingstoke Crematorium on Thursday 30th April at 2p.m. No flowers please. Donations to 'The Greyhound Sanctuary' c/o Richard Steel & Partners, Alderman House, 12-14 City Road, Winchester SO23 8SG

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FISHER PAUL CHARLES On April 16th, 2009, suddenly but peacefully in the Queen Alexandra Hospital, Aged 70 years. A loving partner, Dad and Grandad. We will all miss you so much, till we meet again. Keep walking the dogs. We love you, sleep tight. Margaret, Don, Fiona, Sarah, Alex, Simon, Dawn, Simon and Emily. X X X --- Paul Fisher, loving Brother to Peter Fisher will be missed from this life; with fond memories. We had grown up together, through some hard times and fondly remembered our loving parents Frederick Reginald and Norah Eileen Fisher. He was also a devoted friend to his partner Margaret Birnie and her extended family. It was only two years ago when he visited his brother Peter in Canada and went climbing in the mountains together. Paul was also a dedicated Rotarian and a loyal friend to many in his life. Rest in Peace, You will not be forgotten. ---------- Funeral Service at Portchester Crematorium (South Chapel) on Friday April 24th, 2009 at 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to The Wessex Heartbeat Appeal or Macular Disease Society may be sent c/o Nigel Chamberlain & Partners, The Gate House, Victoria Road, Bishops Waltham, SO32 1DJ.

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SCARBOROUGH Linda Joyce (nee Simpkins) Aged 51. On17th April after a long battle with cancer. Beloved daughter of Peter and Kathleen Simpkins, dear wife of Simon and adored mother of Helen, Richard and Sarah. The Funeral service is to be held in Somerset.

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HAWTHORNE CHRISTOPHER "CHRIS" Passed away on Easter Sunday (April 12th) aged 63 years. A brave and loving Husband to Sally and Brother to Christine and the late Brian. (Formerly with STC, Eastleigh BC, Hallmark and Forum Communications) ---------- Funeral to be held at Highfield Church, Southampton, on Friday April 24th at 2 p.m. The care of nursing staff at Wilton Manor Nursing Centre was appreciated. Family flowers only. Donations to the 'Alzheimer's Society' c/o J Lawrence & Sons (Undertakers) Ltd. 17 St Denys Road, Portswood, Southampton, SO17 2GN. Tel. (023) 8055 4801

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COX JACK Passed away peacefully on 16th April. Loving Husband of Daphne and Father of Fran, Steve and Martin. “So quietly you fell asleep, the one we loved but could not keep". ---------- Funeral Service at Basingstoke Crematorium on Thursday 7th May at 2 pm. Family flowers only. Donations if wished to The Woodland Trust c/o Ramally House Funeral Directors 163 Hursley Road Chandlers Ford

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MORRISON MAVIS Mavis passed away peacefully at Royal Hampshire County Hospital Winchester on Easter Sunday April 12th, 2009 aged 76 years. Desperately missed by husband Brian, daughter Helen and son Gary. ------------------- Funeral Service at Southampton Crematorium East Chapel on Monday April 27th at 1.00 p.m. Flowers or donations if desired for Naomi House may sent to Nigel Guilder Ltd Family Owned Funeral Directors, Nathan House, 27 Hursley Road, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2FS. Tel. (023) 8026 2555

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