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

Kelly Margaret Pickett

It is with deepest sadness that we announce the loss of this wonderful lady who peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on the 9th October 2021 aged 46. Loving partner to Lee, beautiful daughter of Margaret, devoted Mum to Jade, Patrick, Tallullah and Lee Jr, Loving nanny to Elijah, Mayah and Archie. Caring little sister of Joseph and Dominic, Kelly will be deeply missed but never forgotten by her aunties and uncles, nieces and nephews and all her cousins and friends. We welcome everyone to join us in celebrating the life of our darling Kelly at Weeley Crematorium at 2pm on the 18th November 2021 and then to the Wick Lodge. Kelly's favourite colour was red, so feel free to wear a little red if you would like. We love and miss you so much Kell and miss you more and more everyday. X Always and forever X

Robert 'Bob' Deex

Amended Funeral Details DEEX Robert 'Bob' Sadly due to Covid, Bob's funeral will be postponed to Friday 3rd December 2021 at 12.45pm at Seven Hills Crematorium. For any further information please contact Geo. Paskell Funeral Service, 15 High Street, Manningtree, CO11 1AG Tel 01206 396709

Mary Roberta Wright

Passed away on Wednesday 27th October 2021, aged 75 years. Wonderful Wife of Michael and truly exceptional and loved Mum and Grandma. Memorial Service (following private cremation) to be held at St Andrew's Parish Church, Earls Colne at 11.00am on Friday 19th November. Flowers welcome, but donations preferred, in Mary's memory, to NSPCC which may be made at www.drobinson.co.uk or sent c/o Daniel Robinson & Sons, 31 High Street, Halstead, CO9 2AA. Tel: 01787 475533.

Michael John (Mick) Turner

Peacefully fell asleep at home on the 30th of October 2021, aged 86. Beloved Husband of the late Geraldene much loved Father to Vanessa and Lisa loving Grandad and Great Grandad. Will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service at Colchester Crematorium, Tuesday the 30th of November at 14:00. All welcome. Family flowers only. Donations to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance. https://michael-j-turner.muchloved.com/

John Frederick Arrowsmith

On 12th October 2021 in hospital, aged 66 years. Much loved Husband of Val and Brother-in-Law of Sheila and Graham. Will be greatly missed. Funeral service 11.45 a.m. on Tuesday 16th November 2021 at Colchester Crematorium. Flowers or donations, if desired, made payable to RNLI may be sent c/o R Gwinnell & Sons, 112 Ipswich Road, Colchester CO4 0AA

Anne Graham

Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 23rd October, after a brief illness. A much loved Mother and Grandmother, who will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A Thanksgiving Service to celebrate Anne's life is to be held at St. Barnabas Church, Chappel on Monday 22nd November 2021 at 2.00 pm. Donations made payable to either St Helena (Colchester), Farleigh Hospice (Chelmsford), Cancer Research UK or Wakes Colne & Chappel PCC (St Barnabas Church, Chappel) may be sent in Anne's memory to A R Clarke Funerals, 129 Kings Road, Halstead, Essex, CO9 1HJ or via the Tribute Page at www.arclarkefunerals.co.uk

David James Hamilton

Passed away peacefully in hospital on 18th October 2021, aged 83 years. Funeral service will be held on 6th December 2021 at 11.45am at Colchester Crematorium Family flowers only, but donations for St Helena Hospice can be sent c/o East of England Co-op Funeral Services, 1-3 Chapel Road, Tiptree, Colchester CO5 0RA

Margaret Hansen

Beloved Mother of Brenda and Sandra sadly passed away in her sleep. She was a very kind lady and will be missed very much by family and friends. Rest in peace Mum love Brenda, Sandra, Ivan, Grandsons and Great Grandchildren.

Jutta Elizabeth Holland

Passed away peacefully on 5th October 2021, aged 90 years. Sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Friday 12th November 2021 at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations to the Stroke Association in memory of Jutta https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices/ 05-10-2021-jutta-elizabeth-holland/

John Williams

Passed away at Colchester General Hospital on 31st October 2021, aged 77 years. Beloved Husband of Ann, Father to Lynne and Julie, Father-in-Law to James. Much-loved Popsie to Lauren, Lucy and Ashleigh and Brother to Peter. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday 24th November 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in John's memory may be made to Friends of Treetops via www.Hunnaball.co.uk All enquiries to Hunnaball of Colchester, York House, 41 Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 7QT Tel: 01206 760049

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Nigel St John Cuming

Passed away peacefully on 22nd October 2021, aged 83 years. Much-loved Husband to Marion, Father of Simon and Rachael. Nigel will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Tuesday 16th November at 10.15 am. Family flowers only, donations if desired, in memory of Nigel, may be made payable to either Cancer Research UK, or Marks Hall Estate and sent c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Services, Stanway Retail Park, Peartree Road, Stanway CO3 0LX.

Joan Olive Goodridge

Dearly beloved Wife of the late Derek Goodridge. Died peacefully at home on the 7th October 2021 aged 93 years. Greatly loved and missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral will take place at All Saints Church, Wickham St. Pauls on Wednesday 17th November 2021 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation or Salvation Army may be sent c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Services, 16 Cornard Road, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2XA, Tel: 01787-372736. Alternatively, they can be made by visiting www.joangoodridge.muchloved.com

Alastair Howie

Passed away peacefully at home on 24th October 2021, age 88 years. Beloved Husband to Una. Much loved Dad to Bonnie, Patrick, John and Michael. Grandad to Nick, David and Max. He will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him. Funeral service St Andrews Church. Marks Tey, Friday 19th November at 10.30 am. Family flowers only. Donations to M D S charity on the justgiving.com website search Alastair Howie.

Margaret Evans

Peacefully passed away on 21/10/2021, aged 90 years. Beloved Wife of the late Don. Adored Aunt to Cheryl and deeply loved by Mike, James and Christopher. Deeply loved Sister to the late Bob and much loved Aunt to David. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium. All enquiries c/o East of England Co-op Funeral Service, Greenstead 01206 860584

Ellen Amy Dawes

Sadly passed away on 3rd October 2021, after a short illness, aged 90 years. Beloved Wife of the late Leonard. Funeral service will take place at Colchester Crematorium on Monday 15th November at 11.00 am.

Iris Mary Osborne (Née Dale)

Passed away peacefully at Basildon Cardiothoracic Centre aged 83 years on Saturday 23rd October 2021. Wife of the late Raymond. Much loved Mother of Linda and the late Wendy. A dearly loved Mother-in-Law, friend, Nannie/Nan, Great Nannie/Nan, Sister and Aunt. Funeral Service to be held at Colchester Crematorium on Monday 15th November 2021 at 15:30. Wearing black is optional, not essential. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to The Basildon Hospital Dandelion fund c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Service or via the much loved link: https://irisosborne.muchloved.com/

Gillian Bennington

Sadly, passed away Friday 22nd October 2021, surrounded by her family. A much loved Mother to Jennifer, Andrew and Christopher, Daughter to Veraldine, Sister to Richard, Nana Gilly to four Grandchildren and a dear friend to many. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday 16th November 2021 at Colchester Crematorium at 13:15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in Gillian's memory may be made to St Helena Hospice via www.Hunnaball.co.uk All enquiries to Hunnaball of Colchester, York House, 41 Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 7QT Tel: 01206 760049