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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Death Notices
Marilyn BLOXHAM
Passed away peacefully on Monday 9th March 2026, aged 79 years. Loving Wife to John devoted Mum to Neil, Stuart, Michael and Lesley. Mother-in-law to Linda, Louise, Debbie and Gary, much loved Nan to Archie, Charlie, Thomas and Ava and a caring Sister to Stephen. Dear Sister-in-law to Sylv and Linda and Auntie to Kathryn, Sarah, Ian, Paul and Karen. Will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service will take place at Cannon Hill Chapel, Canley Crematorium on Friday 10th April at 1:30pm. Family flowers only but donations if desired for Coventry Myton Hospice to A. Pargetter & Son Ltd., Funeral Directors, City Mews, Lamb Street, Coventry, CV1 4AE. (Tel: 02476 223343)
Kevin COTON
Well respected ex publican. A much loved son, husband, brother to the late Sue, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Sadly passed away surrounded by love on Tuesday 10th March 2026. He will always be in our hearts and forever missed. Kevin’s funeral service will be held at Canley Crematorium, Cannon Hill Chapel on Thursday 9th April at 10.30 am. Family flowers only please, but if desired, a donation in Kevin’s name can be made to Alzheimer’s Society or an animal charity of your choice. Further enquiries c/o Henry Ison & Sons Funeral Director 76-78 Binley Road, Coventry CV3 1FQ Tel: 024 7699 8697
John CURLEY
John Curley “JC” Passed away peacefully on Sunday 15th March 2026 agd 70 years. Beloved brother to Barbara, Barry, Pete, Phil (deceased), Mick, Avril, Gordon and Dawn. A dear Brother in law, Uncle and friend who will be sadly missed. Funeral service to take place at Cannon Hill Chapel, Canley Crematorium on Thursday 2nd April at 11:15am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors or made online via www.devallandson.com. Following the service, you are all most welcome to join the family, at The Bell Pub, Keresley to raise a glass and share memories. Devall & Son Funeral Directors, 1 Jubilee Crescent, Radford, Coventry CV6 3EX
Lucy Jean (Jean) ENGLAND
(Jean) Passed away on the 13th March 2026, aged 97. Beloved wife of the late Ken. Much loved Mum to Ju and Keith, Tim and Françoise. Adored Grandma to Sarah and Thomas, Ian and Sally, Oliver, Josephine, Erin, Lewis and a special Great Gran to Phoebe and Dylan. At Jean’s request no black or mourning clothes. The funeral service will take place at Oakley Wood Crematorium in the South Chapel on Wednesday 8th April at 2:30pm. No flowers, but donations if desired to Cancer Research and Cats Protection via Jean’s tribute page on www.muchloved.com Enquiries to Heart of England Co-op Funerals Southam. Coventry Street Southam CV47 0EA
Rena FISHER
Formerly of Manor Park Road Nuneaton. Passed away peacefully in Bentley Care home on 13th March 2026. Before retirement Rena was headteacher at Nursery Hill School, Coleshill Road Nuneaton. Rena was a committed Christian and a thanksgiving service will be held at Manor Court Baptist Church, Nuneaton CV11 5HU at noon on 1st April 2026, followed by refreshments. All are welcome. Donations in lieu of flowers will be split between Manor Court Baptist Church and the charity Tear Fund. Donations may be sent c/o Devall & Son Funeral Directors, The Green, Attleborough, Nuneaton, CV11 4FJ. Tel: 02476 375665 www.devallandson.com
Marie GARDNER
In Loving Memory of Marie Gardner, a Loving Wife, Mother, Nanny & Great Nanny. Marie passed away peacefully on Thursday 19th March 2026 aged 90 years. Funeral service to take place on Friday 10th April 2026 in Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium at 3:15 pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Alzheimer’s Society, these can be made on the day in the collection box or online via Funeral Notices at www.ajlloyd.co.uk.
Collette Anne GARETT
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our much-loved mother, grandmother, and sister, Collette Anne Garett, on 14 March 2026. Beloved mother of Jason and Nick, cherished grandmother of Jake, Bethan, Fenton, Livvy, and Tate, Great-grandmother to Alby. dear sister of Sharon and Elaine, and mother-in-law to Lesley and Morgan, she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral service to celebrate Collette’s life will be held on 14 April at 10:30am at St Christopher’s Church. This will be followed by a private committal service at Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium, and a reception at the Jacobean Hotel, Holyhead Road, from 12:00pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, will be gratefully received in aid of Children with Cancer. All enquiries to Grimmett and Timms 118 Albany Road, Coventry, CV5 6NG Telephone: 02476 674746
Martin Joseph GIBBONS
Beloved Husband of Hazel, Much loved Dad of Paul and Lee Loving Brother of Noreen Special Grandad and Great Grandad Passed away peacefully on 3rd March 2026, aged 74 years. Funeral service to be held at All Saints Church Bedworth on Wednesday 1st April 2026 at 1:45pm followed by Burial at Marston Lane Cemetery. Flowers care of J.E.Hackett and Sons Ltd 93 Leicester Road, Bedworth CV12 8AH.
Alison Carmel GILBERTHORPE (nee Hurtley)
(nee Hurtley) 18th June 1953 – 8th March 2026 Alison passed away peacefully on Sunday 8th March 2026, aged 72 years surrounded by her family. Alison was a loving daughter of Jim and Kathleen Hurtley, sister to Lesley, Jillian and Andrea. A loving wife to Peter Gilberthorpe, stepmother to Yvonne and Steve and mother in law to Mark and Gemma. Grandmother to Jamie, Jade, Bobby, Cassie, Clover, Kitty, Elliott and Charlie. As well as being a great-grandmother and loving aunt. Alison will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her during her time as a primary school teacher in Coventry and Kenilworth where she lived. A funeral service will be held on Thursday 16th April at Canley Crematorium, Cannon Hill Chapel, at 2:15pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations in Alison’s memory are welcomed for Kenilworth Community Care (known as Waverley Day Centre).
Keith HANCOX
of Beaufort Care Home but previously Sovereign Road, Earlsdon, Coventry passed away at University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust on 1st March 2026. Please could any relatives or friends contact us regarding funeral arrangements. Thank you A J Lloyd Funeral Directors Allesley & Keresley 024 7627 4444
Brian MCKEENEY
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 21st March 2026, aged 94 years. R.I.P. Beloved husband of the late Sheila, loving father to Helen, Diane, Neil and Bernard and a much loved father-in-law, granddad and great granddad. Reception into St. John Fisher RC Church on Tuesday 7th April at 6.00pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday 8th at 11.30am, followed by interment at London Road Cemetery. Flowers or donations if desired for St. John Fisher RC Church (the Church roof fund) to A Pargetter & Son Ltd, Funeral Directors, City Mews, Lamb Street, Coventry CV1 4AE (Tel: 02476 223343)
Stuart William MULLEN
Stuart sadly passed away unexpectedly on 9th March 2026. Loving older Brother to Pete, a special Uncle to Melissa & Keith, Great Uncle to Frankie and Uncle in Law to Mark. Stuart was a massive animal lover and leaves behind his two loyal Jack Russells Ziggy & Beardy. Well known and loved around Earlsdon after being the local window cleaner for 40 years and dominoes champion in his local team at The Albany Social Club. Funeral to be held on Friday 10th April 2026 in Canley Crematorium, Cannon Hill Chapel at 2.15pm. Flowers can be sent to Franklin and Hawkins Funeral Directors. Loved and missed by many, RIP Stu. If you wish to make a donation in Stuart’s memory the chosen charity is The British Heart Foundation, these can be left in the donation box at the exit of the chapel or online via Funeral Notices at www.franklinfunerals.co.uk All enquiries c/o Franklin & Hawkins Family Funeral Directors, 333 Tile Hill Lane, Coventry CV4 9DU Telephone 024 7647 3000
Alan Francis O’DWYER
O’DWYER Alan Francis Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at home on Monday 16th March 2026. Son to Kath and Bernie. Brother to Carol, Christine and Pauline. Uncle to Brett, Caitlin, Kiara, Ryan, Connor and Courtney. Great Uncle to Theo. Boyfriend to Lara. The Requiem Mass will take place on Wednesday 15th April 2026 at 12:15pm in Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, followed by the committal in Charter Chapel, Canley Crematorium. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Alan are to the UHCW Dialysis Unit. These can be placed in the donation box at the service, or given online via Funeral Notices at www.ajlloyd.co.uk Allesley & Keresley 024 7627 4444
Robert Michael STANSFIELD
Passed away peacefully on 13th March 2026, aged 81. Beloved husband of Pamela Loving dad of Lisa (deceased), Rachel and Heath Funeral service to be held at The Heart of England Crematorium on Thursday 16th April 2026 at 1.15pm Family flowers only, donations if desired payable to The British Heart Foundation in memory of Robert which can be made via J E Hackett and Sons website (make a donation) or by post to J.E.Hackett and Sons Ltd 93 Leicester Road, Bedworth CV12 8AH. Tel: 024 76 313 326.
Phillip David VINCENT-BETTS
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Phill Vincent-Betts, who sadly left us on 16th March 2026. Words cannot describe the emptiness we feel. Phill was a gentleman who adored his family. A wonderful, caring, kind, generous, compassionate, charismatic, funny, and above all, a very loving husband to Bernie; son to the late Gladys and Eric Betts; son-in-law to Tom and Brieda Vincent; father to Matt and Vicky; father-in-law to Hayley and Steve; grandfather to Jack; brother to Steve and sister-in-law Steph; brother to the late Helen and brother-in-law Maurice; uncle to Richard and partner Cheryl; Sally and husband Tom; Jayne and husband Andrew; Fayth and partner Kaine; Jacob and partner Abbi and baby Dylan; brother-in-law to Chrissie; uncle to Seb and wife Sam, Indie and Teale; Lozz and partner Lauren and Neala; Sophie and Audrey; Jess; Joshua and Robyn; cousin, nephew, and friend to many. Phill had been in sales for his entire career, starting at British Gas when he was 16 years old, but for the last 25 years of his career, he had his own company that concentrated on B2B telemarketing, mainly in the NHS health sector. He was extremely well thought of by colleagues and customers alike, full of ideas and always willing to help and share them. Phill was a tremendous fighter; the strength and bravery he showed to endure the painful procedures he underwent for over 2 years were quite incredible. He never moaned and was always smiling and very cheerful despite the challenges he faced. Forever in our hearts, he will be greatly missed. The world was a better place with Phill by our side. Can’t imagine a life without him. The funeral will take place on Thursday 16th April at 9.45am at St Thomas’ Church, Tamworth Road, Coventry, CV6 2EL, followed by a committal at 11.15am at Canley Crematorium, Cannon Hill Chapel, Cannon Hill Road, Coventry, CV4 7DF. Donations are welcomed in Phill’s memory for the British Liver Trust. These can either be left in the donation box at the exit of the church or made online via Funeral Notices at www.franklinfunerals.co.uk All enquiries c/o Franklin & Hawkins Family Funeral Directors, 333 Tile Hill Lane, Coventry CV4 9DU Telephone 024 7647 3000
Margaret WATERWORTH
Passed away with her family around her on 21st March aged 76 years. Loving Wife of the late Ray. Much loved Mum of Carl, Richard and Deborah. Devoted Nana to Katie, Callum, Chloe, Ray, Felix and Rory. Will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Service to take place on Monday 13th April, St. Andrew’s CoE Church, Eastern Green at 11:00 am followed by committal at 11:45 am. All who knew Margaret are welcome to attend. Floral tributes accepted or donations in lieu to the Macular Society, may be made via the on-line memorial website www.muchloved.com All enquiries to Heart of England Co-op Funerals, 46 Kenpas Highway, Coventry CV3 6BP Tel; 024 7641 1806
Michael WHELAN
Last name: Whelan First name: Michael Date of Birth: 16.07.1948 Passed Away: 11.3.2026 Aged 77 Years All enquiries to Bereavement Services Telephone: 02476 975520 Email: phfunerals@coventry.gov.uk
In Memoriams
Julie FAIRLEY
One more year has passed away and I still think of you each day. Love Dad xxx
Acknowledgements
Ruth CHARLTON
Very many thanks to all who made donations in memory of Ruth. The Air Ambulance have expressed their huge gratitude for the donation that was made to them in memory of Ruth.
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