THE following death notices were published in the Worcester News this week.

CHRISTOPHER JOHN COOPER (formerly CURLEY) 'CHRIS'

Proprietor for Man For A Van. Sadly passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, January 12th, 2020, aged 76 years. Father to James, Louise, Michelle and Jeremy. Beloved Husband to Pat. Chris will be deeply missed by all of his Family and Friends, having touched the lives of many. A Service to celebrate Chris's life will take place at Redditch Crematorium on Thursday, February 6th at 2.45 p.m., followed by a social gathering to be announced at the Funeral Service. Those that knew Chris are all welcome. Family flowers only please! Donations, if so desired, can be sent to Bloodwise.org.uk Thank you.

JANET ALICE MARGARET WHITCOMBE nee COOMBEY 'JENNY'

Passed away peacefully at home on January 15th, 2020, aged 85 years. Much loved Wife of Ron, loving Mum of Sue, Julie and Pete, and a Grandmother and Great Grandmother who will be sadly missed by all her Family and Friends. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, February 7th, at 1 p.m. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for SMILE or the RSPCA may be left on the collection plate at the Crematorium or sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

JOHN WILDE

Of Sherwood Lane. Passed away on January 6th, 2020, aged 85 years. Reunited with his beloved Wife Katie, and Daughter Christine. He will be greatly missed by his Children, Grandchildren and Family. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, February 7th, at 10am. Flowers or donations, if desired for Age UK Worcester & District may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU A collection plate will also be available at the Crematorium

MAUREEN FLORENCE BIRCH (Nee MUNN)

Formerly of Worcester. Died at Ashwood Care Home, Warminster 20th January, 2020 aged 86. Funeral Service will be held at West Wiltshire Crematorium, Semington on Thursday, 6th February at 1 p.m. Family flowers only, donations if desired to NSPCC.

DAVID HEMINGWAY

Passed away on January 16th Brother to Stephen, Sister in Law to Barbara, Uncle to Richard and Wayne and all their family

JOHN LEWIS

Of Worcester. Passed away peacefully on January 12th, 2020 aged 89 years. Loving and devoted husband to Margaret. He will be sadly missed by all his Family and Friends. Funeral Service will take place at The Vale Crematorium, Fladbury on Tuesday, February 11th at 12 noon. Family flowers only by request but donations if desired may be sent to Acorns Children's Hospice or St Richard's Hospice c/o of A V Band Funeral Directors 41, St Nicholas Street, Worcester, WR1 1UW. A collection box will also be available at the service.

RAYMOND NEATHWAY

Passed away peacefully on January 17th 2020 aged 89 years. Sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at The Vale Crematorium Fladbury on Thursday February 6th at 11 a.m Family flowers only please with donations to St Richards Hospice sent care of Bedwardine Funeral Services 30 Bromyard Road, Worcester WR2 5BT Tel No: 01905 748811

KEITH EDWIN RICE

Of Ombersley Road. Sadly passed away on January 8th, 2020, aged 73 years. Brother to Ann, Colin, Mandy and the late Margaret. He will be greatly missed. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, February 6th at 11.30 am, followed by Interment at Astwood Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for Parkinson's UK may be left on the collection plate at the Crematorium Chapel or sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU

MARGARET NAOMI HUMPHREYS

Of Dormston, previously of Fields Farm, Bishampton passed away on January 8th, 2020, aged 84. Widow of the late Peter Humphreys and Mother to Angela, Wendy (Deceased), Annette and Richard. Funeral Service at The Vale Crematorium, Fladbury on Thursday, February 13th, at 3 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired for Cancer Research UK, may be left at the Service.