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

Bruce Allen Cousins

Cousins Bruce Allen Passed away peacefully at St Andrews Hospital Northampton on Tuesday 8 March, aged 81 years. Bruce's funeral will be held at Colchester Crematorium on Wednesday 6 April at 2.45pm. No flowers, donations if desired to St Andrew's Healthcare.

Gwen Shults

Formerly of Highwoods, passed away peacefully at home at Silver Springs Care Home, Thorrington, on Friday 25th February 2022, aged 92 years. Much loved Wife of the late Len and a devoted Mum, Nan and Great Nan. Fondly remembered. Funeral service to be held at Colchester Crematorium on Thursday 7th April 2022 at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, made payable to Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity (to benefit the Stroke Unit) may be sent c/o R Gwinnell & Sons, 112 Ipswich Road, Colchester, Essex CO4 0AA or via Gwen's Tribute Page at www.gwinnell.co.uk

Joe Tattersall

Sadly passed away on 24th February 2022. He was a real character and much loved by his family and many friends - he will be missed! Funeral Service will take place on Thursday 24th March, Colchester Crematorium at 2:00pm Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired to either Alzheimer's Society or National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Services Stanway Retail Park, Peartree Road, Colchester CO3 0LX Or via josephtattersall.muchloved.com.

Colin George Spindler

Passed away on 19th February 2022, aged 56. Much loved Son of Carolann and the late George Spindler. Much loved Dad of Ryan, Callum and Shelby. Adored Grandad, loving Brother and Uncle and loving Partner of Maria. Colin will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service on Tuesday 29th March at 2.45pm at Colchester Crematorium.

Alan Reason

Passed away on 1st March 2022. Aged 86 years. A much loved Father and Grandfather who will be greatly missed. Memorial Service to take place at West Bergholt Church on Thursday 7th April 2022 at 12 noon. Donations to Versusarthritis.org can be made on line at www.hunnaball.co.uk

Sylvia Greenwood

Passed away peacefully on 7th March, aged 79. Much loved Wife of Peter, Mum of Tracey and Beverley and special Nanna to Alexandra, Jessica, Samuel and Emily. Funeral service to take place on Monday 28th March at 1.15pm at Colchester Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in Sylvia's memory to Colchester and Ipswich Hospital Charity please see link below https://sylviagreenwood.muchloved.com/

David William Leatherby

Passed away on 23rd February 2022 Aged 78 years Dearly loved Husband, Father and Grandfather who will be sadly missed Funeral Service will take place on Monday 28th March, Colchester Crematorium at 11:45am If attending the service please wear an item of pink. Family flowers only, however donations if desired to either Cancer Research UK or Andy Mans Club c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Services Stanway Retail Park, Peartree Road, Colchester CO3 0LX Or via: https://davidleatherby.muchloved.com/

Frank Eric Ruggles

It is with great sadness to announce that Frank finally lost his courageous battle with cancer on the 19th of February 2022 in Orkney, Scotland. Beloved husband of the late Valerie and a much loved father to Steve and Julia who will be greatly missed. The Funeral Service will be held at Weeley Crematorium on Thursday 31st of March 2022 at 12:30. It is requested that there are family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Dad for Prostate Cancer UK. may be made via www.hunnaball.co.uk, all enquiries to Hunnaball of Colchester, York House, 41 Mersea Road, Colchester, CO1 2TH 01206 760049

Denzil Barnett

Passed away peacefully at home on 3rd March 2022, age 77. A loving Husband, Dad and Grandad. The funeral and celebration of Denny's life will take place at the East of England Co-op Funeral Services, Wimpole Road Chapel, on Thursday 31st March at 2pm followed by the Committal graveside Service at Colchester Cemetery. Polite request for no black to be worn. Family flowers only, however donations can be made in lieu of flowers should you wish, to Royal Brompton & Harefields Hospital Chairty via the link below: https://denzilbarnett.muchloved.com/

Barbara Earey

Passed away peacefully on 23rd February 2022 aged 91 years. Beloved Wife of the late Robert, much loved Mother, Nanna and Great Nanna. She will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her, but will always be fondly remembered. Funeral service will take place at Colchester Crematorium on Tuesday 5th April at 2pm. Family flowers only, but donations if desired in memory of Barbara for St Helena Hospice or Essex & Herts Air Ambulance may be sent c/o Kemble Funeral Service, 59 High Street, Wivenhoe, Colchester Essex CO7 9AZ

Anne Monk

Passed away peacefully after a short illness 11th March 2022, aged 79 years. Devoted Wife of Roy, loving Mum to Ian, Tracey, Paul, Sharon, Sean and Becky. Dear Nannie and Foster Mum. Burial service to take place at Colchester Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday 6th April 2022 at 11.00am followed by burial in Colchester Cemetery. Donations payable to British Heart Foundation or flowers may be sent (no Lilies please) c/o John J Smith Funeral Service, St Mary's Chapel, Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 8RT Tel: 01206 761800

Barbara Jean Naunton

Barbara, née Hull (Polly), died at Bethel House Care Home, Burton-on-Sea, Hampshire on 22nd February 2022, aged 81 years. Much loved wife to the late Maurice, loving mother to Stephen and Ellen, and proud grandmother to Jennifer and Alex. The funeral service will be held at Three Counties Crematorium, Halstead Road, Braintree CM7 5PB on the 4th April at 11:30am. Family flowers only please. The Family would like to extend an invitation for light refreshments following the service at 12:15pm at the Hare and Hounds, 104 High Garrett, Braintree CM7 5NT.

Nora Maud Nevard

Passed away Peacefully 6th March 2022, aged 105 years. Much loved Mum of Sue and John, Dear Nan of Stephen, Andrew and Becky Great Nan of Josh and Ellie Funeral service at Colchester Crematorium on Monday 4th April 2022 at 1.15pm Family flowers only please. Donations either to British Heart Foundation or Crohn's & Colitis UK May be sent c/o John J Smith Funeral Service St Mary's Chapel, Mersea Road Colchester CO2 8RT Tel: 01206 761800

David Castle

On 8th March peacefully in hospital, David of Holland-on-Sea and formerly of Frinton-on-Sea, aged 78 years. Much loved Husband of Valerie and devoted Father to Simone. Funeral service on Wednesday 30th March at Weeley Crematorium at 1:15pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in memory of David may be sent to Diabetes UK 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

Myrtle Joan Percival

Passed away peacefully at New Copford Place on Wednesday 23rd February 2022 aged 100. Funeral service is to take place at the Stanway Evangelical Church on Friday 1st April at 11am, followed by a burial at St Albrights Churchyard at Midday. Family flowers only. Donations should you wish in lieu of flowers. Collection box for the Stanway Evangelical Church at the service or c/o East of England Co-op Funeral Services, 98 The Commons, Prettygate, CO3 4N.

Barry John Cowling

Barry's Funeral will be held at Colchester Crematorium on the 21st March at 14.45.All welcome.

Barbara Jean Parish

Passed away peacefully at Loganberry Lodge Colchester on 17th February 2022, aged 93. Funeral Service to be held at St Mary & St Michael's Church, Mistley on Monday 28th March 2022 at 10am. No flowers. Donations if desired to Cancer Research UK may be made via www.hunnaball.co.uk All enquiries to Hunnaball of Stanway, 8 Chapel Road, Colchester, Essex. CO3 0PU Tel: 01206 489212

Anthony King

Passed away peacefully at Colchester General Hospital on 26th February 2022, aged 77. A much loved Husband to Patricia, Father to Adam, Iain and Richard, Father-in-law to Nicola and Asami, Grandpa to Beau, Arthur and Teddy. He will be greatly missed. Former Landlord of The Bay and Say and The Maypole. Funeral service to be held on 28th March at 2pm at Colchester Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations to Parkinson's Society via the muchloved page link as follows, should you wish https://anthony-terence-king.muchloved.com/

David Frederick 'Tubby' Carter

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family and friends on 6th March 2022, aged 83 years. Much loved Dad to Danny and Simon. A wonderful Grandad and Great Grandad. Sadly missed. Funeral service to take place at St. Mary's Church, Thorrington on Tuesday 5th April 2022 at 2.00pm followed by burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only by request, donations in memory of David may be sent made payable to "St.Helena Hospice" or given online via www.johnjsmithfunerals.com c/o St. Marys Chapel, Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 8RT Tel. 01206 761800

Gary William Goff

Passed away peacefully 14th February aged 82. Dearly loving Husband of Pauline and Father to Adrian. Funeral Service at All Saints Church, Brightlingsea 6th April 2022 at 10:30am. Flowers welcome.

Lynda Jane Beard

Passed away peacefully at Colchester General Hospital on 2nd March 2022 aged 69 years. A service to celebrate Lynda's life will take place at All Saints Church, Fordham, on Wednesday 23rd March 2022, at 12.00 noon. No black attire. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Hunnaball of Stanway, 8 Chapel Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0PU Tel: 01206 489212

Reginald Arthur Denny

Known as Reg and greatly missed by all who knew him, especially his Children, Step Children and their families. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday 24th March at 3.30 pm at Colchester Crematorium. No flowers please. Donations if desired can be made to Dementia U.K. via https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/ funeral- notices/19-02-2022-reginald-arthur-denny/ or at the crematorium on the day. All enquiries to Abbey Funeral Service, 23 Drury Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UY Tel 01206 366632

Martin West

Passed away in Colchester General Hospital on 19th February 2022. Funeral to be held at Colchester Crematorium on 16th March at 10.15am. Everyone welcome. No Flowers. Donations if desired to Kidney Care UK

Deirdre Josephine Norman (Née Grattan)

Passed away after a short illness on 15th February 2022 aged 79 years. A dearly loved Wife, Mum and Grandma. Funeral service to be held at Seven Hills Crematorium, Nacton on Thursday 24th March 2022 at 11.15am. Flowers are welcome. All enquiries c/o East of England Co-op Funeral Services, 139 Main Road, Kesgrave, Ipswich IP5 2NP

Ronald Charles Green

04.11.1941 - 08.03.2022 Passed away at Colchester General Hospital aged 80 years. Much loved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Friend who will be sadly missed. A private family funeral service will take place for Ronald. Donations in Ronald's memory may be made payable to Help for Hero's via: www.johnjsmithfunerals.com or c/o John J Smith Funeral Services, St Mary's Chapel, Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 8RT, Tel: 01206 761800

Mary Alma Mildred Sutton

Passed away peacefully February 3rd 2022. Aged 96 years. Dearly loved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium Thursday 17th March 2022 at 10.15am. All welcome. Flowers welcome. Donations if desired to Dementia UK c/o East of England Co-operative Funeral Service, 89 Wimpole Road, CO1 2DB or via the Much Loved Link: mary-sutton.muchloved.com/

Edna Maud Taylor

Passed away peacefully on 22nd February 2022, aged 93. Much loved Wife to the late Ernest (Ernie) Taylor, Mother to the late Terry and David. Survived by her Daughters, Diane, Marion and Zoe. Mum will be much missed by us all including her Son in laws and Daughter in law and many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the Co-op Funeral Home, Wimpole Road Colchester on Wednesday 30th March at 1pm, followed by burial at Colchester Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired can be made in Edna's memory on the following link: https://ednataylor.muchloved.com

Pamela Ann Upton Née Henthorn

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Colonia Court Care Home on Thursday 10th February 2022 aged 87 years. Reunited with her devoted Husband Bill. Much loved Mum to Beverley, Jeffrey and Gary. Dear Mother-in-Law of Julie, Michelle and Kevin. Wonderful Nannie and Great Nannie. Funeral Service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Friday 25th March at 11.45 am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, made payable to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance may be given via www.hunnaball.co.uk All enquiries to Hunnaball of Colchester, York House, 41 Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 7QT Tel 01206 760049