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Funeral Notices

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John Michael Oates

18th March 2025

Died peacefully and reluctantly on the 22nd February at the age of 87.

Much loved husband to Barbara for 63 years, father of James, David and Lesley and proud grandfather of Michael, Kathleen, Louis and Tillie.

His insatiable curiosity, support and humour will be much missed.

A Celebration of his life is to be held at The Oak Chapel, Cheltenham Crematorium
on Tuesday 18th March at 1pm.

You are welcome to attend but please do not wear black.

No flowers please.
Donations in memory of John will be shared between The Centre of Alternative Technology and Focus Cancer Support at Cheltenham Hospital. These can be placed in the collection plate after the service or given online using the donate here button below.

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Brian Howard Counsell

18th March 2025, Tewkesbury Abbey

Passed away at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital on 14th February 2025 age 96 years.

A funeral service will be held at Tewkesbury Abbey on Tuesday 18th March 2025 at 2.00pm.

Family have requested family flowers only but if you wish to make a donation in Brians name to Tewkesbury Abbey
You can do so on the day or contact Alexander Burn Funeral Directors, 23-24 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AL.

  • Kenneth Horsburgh

Kenneth James Reid Horsburgh (Ken)

17th March 2025

Passed away peacefully at home on 22nd February 2025, aged 81 years.

Beloved Husband of Angie, Father of Kirstie, Iona and the late Jenny. Grandfather to Holly, Brother to Barrie.

Funeral Service to take place at Cheltenham Crematorium Oak Chapel on Monday 17th March 2025 at 3pm.

Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ken for Kate’s Home Nursing may be placed in the collection after the service or given online by using the donate here button below.

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George (Jake) Cole

17th March 2025, Cheltenham Crematorium Oak Chapel

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George at Gloucester Royal Hospital on the 23rd of February 2025 aged 82 Years.
Beloved Husband of Mary, for 62 years.
Much loved Dad of Lynda, Susan and John.
Grandad to Lara, Ashley, Josh, Elliot, Jake and Tanika and his 10 great-grandchildren. XXXX
George will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of George’s life will be held at Cheltenham Crematorium on Monday 17th March 2025 at 11:00am in the Oak Chapel.

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Marina (Jean) Richardson

14th March 2025, Tewkesbury Abbey

Marina (Jean) Richardson
Passed away Peacefully at home on 12th of February 2025, surrounded by her family.
Much loved wife of John, dearly loved sister, auntie and great aunt.
A good friend to many and will sadly be missed by us all.
A funeral service will take place at Tewkesbury Abbey on Friday 14th of March 2025 at 12.00pm.
You are all welcome to wear a splash of colour, family flowers only please.

  • Bob Ursell

Robert Ernest Taylor Ursell – Bob The Flower Man

6th March 2025, Cheltenham Crematorium

Passed away peacefully shortly before his 80th birthday on 11th February 2025
Beloved father to Samantha, Craig & Ben
His stories & jokes will be missed by many.
A service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held on Thursday 6th March at 1pm in Cheltenham Crematorium Oak Chapel and afterwards at The Bayshill, St George’s Place. Everyone is welcome
All flowers are welcome and any donations will be passed to the Injured Jockeys Fund. These can be made online or sent c/o Alexander Burn Funeral Directors 436 High Street Cheltenham GL50 3JA

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