Sharing the news of a loved one’s passing through local media is a time-honored tradition, and we are privileged to be entrusted with these heartfelt announcements. Every funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our website is also available on funeral-notices.co.uk, the UK’s leading platform for death notices and memorials. These notices remain online indefinitely, providing a lasting tribute and a secure space for friends and family to share memories, tributes, photographs, and charitable donations in honor of their loved ones.
Each week, we pay respect to those remembered in Somerset by featuring selected funeral notices and online tributes. To view the latest announcements, add your own tribute, or create a notice, please visit funeral-notices.co.uk or contact our dedicated team at 01482 908084 for assistance.
Below is a selection of recent notices honoring individuals from our community:
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Pamela, aged 89, peacefully passed away at Lincroft Meadow Care Home on 16th April 2026. Beloved wife of the late Gordon, devoted mother to Sandra, Graham, and Stuart, and cherished Nana and Great Nana. Her funeral service will be held at Yeovil Crematorium on 15th May at 2:40 pm. Family flowers only; donations in Pamela’s memory to Age UK Somerset or Yeovil Hospital Charity can be sent c/o A J Wakely, 33 Sparrow Road, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 4BT.
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Jean of Glastonbury, aged 88, passed peacefully on 30th April 2026. Dear wife of the late Stan, mother, nan, and great-nan to many loving family members. The funeral service will take place at Mendip Crematorium on 22nd May at 10.30 am. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance or Dogs Trust can be made via Forsey and Son Funeral Directors.
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Ann, wife of the late Reg from Kenton, passed away after a brief stay in Taunton Hospital. A memorial celebration will be held at Blagdon House, Wheddon Cross on 14th May at 2 pm.
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Pete, aged 63, passed peacefully in hospital on 7th April 2026, dearly loved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Funeral service will be on 18th May at Agecroft Crematorium. Guests are invited to wear a splash of color to celebrate Pete’s vibrant spirit. Donations can be made to Moya Cole Hospice or Salford Lads Club.
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Eric, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on 15th April 2026. His funeral will be held at Sedgemoor Crematorium on 18th May at 12:30 pm. Donations to Macmillan Cancer Support are welcome.
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Barb Rae Cotton, aged 83, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on 2nd May 2026. A private family service will be held.
These notices represent just a few of the many cherished lives we honor each week. We extend our deepest condolences to all families and friends mourning their loss and invite you to visit funeral-notices.co.uk to share memories, post tributes, or create a notice for your loved one.