HERE are the death notices published in the Gazette this week:

DIJANA STONE: Sadly passed away on the 11th May 2021. Much loved Wife of the late Stephen, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and friend to many. Forever in our hearts. The funeral will take place at Colchester Crematorium Chapel at 12.30 hrs, Friday 23rd July followed by burial at Colchester Cemetery. The service will be available via a live webcast, joining details available at dijanastone.muchloved.com

NEVILLE (MICHAEL) WORDINGHAM: Died 18th June after a long illness, bravely borne. Will be sorely missed by Pamela and family. Funeral Service to be held at Colchester Crematorium on Wednesday 28th July at 2.00pm. Donations in memory of Mike for Parkinson's UK, can be sent c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Services, 89 Wimpole Road, CO1 2DB.

MARY SPARKS (NÉ​E NEWMAN): Sadly passed away on 19th June 2021 aged 81 years. Mary will be greatly missed by family and her many Mersea friends. A restricted service will be held at East Mersea Church. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to East Mersea Church or Alzheimer's Research. Donations can be sent c/o East of England Cooperative Funeral Services, 98 The Commons, Prettygate, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4NW. Alternatively, through Mary's tribute page: marysparks.muchloved.com

MAUREEN ANNE BUCK: Sadly passed away on 18th June 2021 at her home aged 86. Much loved Wife of Gordon, Mum to Helen and Ian and adored Nan to Alex, Lewis and Josh. A private family funeral will take place at a later date. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Arthritis Research UK may be made via www.hunnaball.co.uk All enquiries to Hunnaball of Stanway 8 Chapel Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex. CO3 0PU Tel: 01206 489212.

ROGER DUNCOMBE: 08.08.38 - 24.06.21. Loving Husband of Sybil, dear Dad to Paul and Ian. Devoted Grandad to Hannah, Isabella, Lawrence & Max. Sadly passed away in the Haven Care Home. Funeral at Colchester Crematorium on Monday 19th July at 11.00am. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Parkinsons UK or Alzheimer's can be sent c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Services, 89 Wimpole Road, CO1 2DB or made on line at www.eastofengland.coop/funerals/muchloved

BARRY MARTIN: Passed away 27th June 2021, aged 79 years. Dear Husband, Dad and Grandad. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on 19th July 2021 at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations may be sent made payable to "BLISS" c/o John J Smith Funeral Service, St. Marys Chapel, Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 8RT Tel. 01206 761800.

JACKIE SAGE: Passed away peacefully on 30th June 2021, aged 62 years. Much loved Mum of Helen and Kevin, Karen and Tom, Gary and Kirstie. Proud Nanny, Dear Sister and Aunt. Funeral service will take place at Colchester Crematorium on Friday 30th July 2021 at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations may be sent made payable to St. Helena Hospice c/o John J Smith Funeral Service, St. Marys Chapel, Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 8RT Tel. 01206 761800.

ROBERT FRANK FISHER: Passed peacefully away at home on 1st July 2021. Aged 91 years. Much loved Dad of Fi and Dell, Col and Karen. Proud Grandad and Great Grandad. Also a Dear Uncle and Brother. The funeral service will take place at Colchester Crematorium on Friday 23rd July 2021 at 11.00am Family flowers only by request. Donations may be sent made payable to either The British Heart Foundation or The Royal Signals Benevolent Fund c/o John J Smith Funeral Service St. Marys Chapel, Mersea Road, Colchester CO2 8RT Tel. 01206 761800.

BRIAN DONALD COOK: On 27th June, Brian of Walton-on-the-Naze, passed away aged 85 years. Much loved father of Karen and Christopher, dear grandad of Ellen and Anthony and beloved brother of Jennifer. Funeral service on Monday 2nd August at Walton Parish Church at 1.00pm followed by cremation at Weeley. Flowers or donations in memory of Brian may be sent to The British Heart Foundation c/o P.G. Oxley Ltd., 43/47 High Street, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8BE Tel. 01255 675549 or online at www.pgoxley.co.uk/donate

JAYNE CLAYTON: Tragically taken on 30th June 2021, aged 72 years. Much loved Wife to Alan, Mum of Peter and "Nannie Jayne" to Oliver. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Friday 23rd July 2021 at 2.00pm. Flowers or donations in Jayne's memory may be sent. Donations made payable to "Mind" c/o John J Smith Funeral Service, St. Marys Chapel, Mersea Road, Colchester CO2 8RT Tel. 01206 761800.

JEAN CAPES: Formerly of Townsend Road, Tiptree Passed away at St Fillan's Care Centre, 28th June 2021 age 79. Much loved Wife, Mum, Nan and Sister. Funeral to be held at 1.15 on 28th July at Colchester Crematorium with wake to follow at Berechurch Arms, Shrub End Road, Colchester. Family flowers only please, donations to Essex & Herts Air Ambulance. You are welcome to join us but please contact 07941028175 to confirm. If attending we invite you to wear something colourful.

GWENYTH EMILY HUNT: On 8th July peacefully at home in Weeley, Gwenyth aged 87 years. Much loved by all her family and friends. Funeral service on Wednesday 28th July at St. Michaels Church, Thorpe-le-Soken at 12 noon followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please, but donations in memory of Gwenyth may be sent to British Heart Foundation c/o P.G. Oxley Ltd., 43/47 High Street, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8BE Tel. 01255 675549 or online at www.pgoxley.co.uk/donate

DAVID (HARRY) HARRINGTON: Passed away peacefully on 3rd July 2021 in St Helena Hospice aged 66 years. Much loved Brother to Bernard, Dad of Jack and proud Grandad of Harper, loyal friend to so many. Now reunited with Gilly. Funeral service will take place at Colchester Crematorium on Monday 2nd August at 2.45pm. David's wishes were that everyone wears something blue. The dress code is smart casual. Family flowers only but if desired donations may be sent made payable to St Helena Hospice c/o John J Smith Funeral Service, St Mary's Chapel, Mersea Road Colchester, CO2 8RT Tel.01206 761800.

JEAN MURIEL PAYNE: 17.11.1940 - 02.07.2021. Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness. Much loved Wife to Patrick. Mother and Grandmother. Funeral service on Tuesday 20th July at Colchester Crematorium at 11.45am. Family flowers only. Donations for St Helena Hospice may be sent to GEO Paskell Funeral Service, 15 High Street, Manningtree, Essex CO11 1AG. Due to Covid restrictions, attendance by invite only.

CAROL ANN BAYES: Wednesday 7th July 2021, aged 79. Funeral service to be held at Colchester Crematorium Thursday 29th July 2021 at 2pm. Family flowers only. Kind donations in memory of Carol are being received for St Helena Hospice either direct or via East of England Co-operative Funeral Service, 23 High Street, Earls Colne CO6 2PA. 01787 224566.

RICHARD MALCOLM (DICK) DAIR: 19.09.51 - 24.06.21. Died suddenly but peacefully at home on the 24th June 2021, will be greatly missed by Wife Julie, Stacey, Siobhan, Sister Trish and all other Family & Friends. Funeral to be held at Weeley Crematorium on the 29th July 2021 at 2.45pm. (Please wear bright colours). Family flowers only, donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. All Friends welcome to the Marlborough Head in Dedham to raise a glass.

DIANNE MARY BORGE (NÉE DAY): Passed away in Colchester Hospital on 23rd June 2021 aged 71 years. Wife of the late Martin and a dear Sister of Edna, Marion and Bobby. Funeral Service to take place at Weeley Crematorium on Wednesday 21st July at 3.30pm. All friends welcome. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to CADOWS may be sent to Geo Paskell Funeral Service, 15 High Street, Manningtree, CO11 1AG.

ROY EGNER: Passed peacefully at home with his family at his side. He will be sorely missed by his loving Wife Maureen, James, Anita, and his Grandchildren James and Sam. Funeral - Colchester Cemetery 22nd July 2021 at 1.15pm.