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Funeral Notices

Funeral Notices

We invite you to join us and remember loved ones, obtain details of the funeral, and if you wish, make a donation in their memory

Upcoming Funerals

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Jean Jones nèe Tustin

15th September 2025

Passed away on Monday 25th August,
aged 85 years.

Devoted wife of John, much loved mother of Carolyn, Nicola (late) and Molly, adored grandmother of Daniel, George, Ruby, Olivia and Jasmine, great grandmother of Marnie and Margot.

Loved and remembered always.

The funeral service will take place at St Peter’s Church, Winchcombe
on Monday 15th September, at 1.30pm.

Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu if desired for Parkinson’s UK
may be left online or in the retiring collection or can be sent care of

Alexander Burn Funeral Directors,
22 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve,
GL52 8LR.

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Gillian Constance Mary Edwards

17th September 2025

Sadly passed away on the 21st August 2025.
Aged 86 years.
Dearly loved wife of David.
A loving mum to Samantha and mother in law to Anthony.
A wonderful granny to Tom and Dan.
She will be greatly missed by her friends and family.

A celebration of Gillian’s life will be held at
Cheltenham Crematorium Oak Chapel
on Wednesday 17th September 2025
at 11am.

Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu, if desired for the
RNLI
may be left online or in the retiring collection or can be sent care of

Alexander Burn Funeral Directors
22 Church Road, Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8LR. Tel. 01242 673300

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Matthew Paul Jores

18th September 2025, Cheltenham Crematorium Willow Chapel

With deep sadness, we share the passing of Matthew, who died at Gloucester Royal Hospital on 29th August 2025.

Cherished son of Polly and the late Ken, and a much-loved brother to Chris, Joe, Theo, Daniel and Mark, and honorary brother to Benjamin. Matthew will be remembered with love and will be deeply missed by his family and by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A funeral service to celebrate Matthew’s life will be held at Cheltenham Crematorium, Willow Chapel, on Thursday 18th September at 12:30pm.

Flowers or donations in Matthew’s memory are warmly welcomed. Flowers may be sent to Alexander Burn Funeral Directors, Cheltenham. Donations will support the charity SENSE and may be placed in the retiring collection at the service or made online.

For those who wish to join from afar, the service will also be available to watch via live stream. Details for accessing the stream will be provided through Alexander Burn Funeral Directors.

 

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Patricia Keighley

St John the Baptist Church, Eldersfield

 

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Pat who died at Gloucester Royal Hospital on 31st August 2025 surrounded by her children.

A private funeral will be held at St John the Baptist Church in Eldersfield.

In keeping with Pat’s wishes, we would ask that instead of sending flowers, you donate to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

 

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Ramona Ray

25th September 2025, St Nicolas Church, Cheltenham 14:30

 It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of Ramona.

Ramona sadly passed away at Cheltenham General Hospital on the 30th of August 2025.

Much loved wife to Cordell.

Devoted mother to Barnaby & Florence.

Ramona will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

A funeral service will take place at St Nicolas Church, Swindon Lane, Cheltenham GL50 4PA

on Thursday 25th of September at 14:30pm.

Family Flowers Only Please.

Donations in memory of Ramona, in lieu of flowers, are gratefully received and will go to benefit Caring for Communities and People. These can be left in the retiring donations box at the end of the service or through the Alexander Burn Funeral Directors website.

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Valerie Elizabeth Dance

30th September 2025

Passed away peacefully,  13th August 2025

Dearly loved Mother of Samantha and the late William

A wonderful Grandmother to Verity and Dominic

Valerie will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

 

Funeral Service to be held at The Oak Chapel, Cheltenham Crematorium on 30th September 2025 at 12 noon

All welcome

 

Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, for The Salvation Army may be placed in the retiring collection after the service or given online using the donate here button below.

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Rachel Emma Ling

12th September 2025

Sadly passed away on 20th August 2025,
aged 42 years.

Loving wife and devoted mum, she will be so greatly missed by her family and friends.

A celebration of Rachel’s life will be held at Cheltenham Crematorium Oak Chapel on
Friday 12th September at 1pm.
Black attire optional, colours welcomed.

Flowers are welcomed.
Donations in memory of Rachel for
Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court
may be left online or in the retiring collection or can be sent care of:

Alexander Burn Funeral Directors
22 Church Road, Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8LR. Tel. 01242 673300

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Elizabeth Mary Hughes 'Mary'

11th September 2025, St Michael and All Angels Church, Bishop's Cleeve

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 17th August 2025, aged 78 years.

Loved Sister of Christopher and the late David. Special Aunt to Katie, Nicola, Rose and Jon.

Mary will be greatly missed by all her many friends.

Funeral Service to be held at St. Michaels Church, Bishops Cleeve, on

Thursday 11th September 2025 at 11.30am.

Everyone welcome. Dress code: Smart and colourful please.

Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, for

St Michaels Church and Sue Ryder

may be placed in the retiring collection, or sent c/o

Alexander Burn Funeral Directors
22 Church Road, Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8LR. Tel. 01242 673300

Hanna Hale

10th September 2025

Passed away peacefully at home
on 14th August 2025 aged 87 years.

Much loved wife of the late Cliff.
Dearly loved Mother of Dirk, Mark and Karsten.
A wonderful Omi to Jordan, Zak, Zoe,
Adam and Emme.
She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

A Funeral Service will be held at
St Peter’s Church, Winchcombe on
Wednesday 10th September 2025
at 12 noon.

Family flowers only please.
Donations, in lieu if desired, for
The Dogs Trust
may be placed in the retiring collection, or can be sent care of:

Alexander Burn Funeral Directors,
11 North Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5LH. Tel. 01242 604888

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Keith Smith

 

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Keith.

Keith sadly passed away at Cheltenham General Hospital on the 19th of August 2025.

Loving husband to Kath.

Keith will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

Donations in memory of Keith are gratefully received and will go to benefit Sue Ryder, Leckhampton. These can be made through the Alexander Burn Funeral Directors website.

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Trefor Stuart Llewellyn

Cheltenham Crematorium

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Trefor Stuart Llewellyn, aged 69, on Tuesday 19th August.

A beloved father, brother and friend, he will be remembered with love and deeply missed by all who knew him.

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Paul Cousins

8th September 2025, Cheltenham Crematorium Willow Chapel

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul.

Paul sadly passed away at Cheltenham General Hospital on the 15th of August 2025.

Loving partner to Jude and wonderful dad to Ellie.

Paul will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

A funeral service will take place at Cheltenham Crematorium, Willow Chapel

on Monday 8th of September at 11:30am.

Family Flowers Only Please.

Donations in memory of Paul, in lieu of flowers, are gratefully received and will go to benefit Cheltenham Animal Shelter. These can be left in the retiring donations box at the end of the service or through the Alexander Burn Funeral Directors website

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