Sharing the news of a loved one’s passing has long been a valued tradition in our local community. We are honoured by the trust families place in us to announce these significant life moments. Every funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our news website also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk, the UK’s leading platform for death notices and memorials. These notices remain online indefinitely, offering friends and family a lasting tribute—a safe space to share memories, post photographs, add tributes, and make charitable donations in honour of their loved ones.
Each week, we pay heartfelt tribute to those remembered in our area with a selection of funeral notices and online memorial pages. Below are a few notices from this week, sharing the stories of remarkable lives and the families who will miss them deeply. To read more announcements or to add a tribute, please visit funeral-notices.co.uk, or contact our dedicated team at 01482 908084 to create a notice.
- Former postman (Andy), who served the Rode community for 33 years, passed away peacefully at the Royal United Hospital, Bath, on 23rd May 2026 aged 62. He was a devoted husband, brother, and friend, remembered fondly by all. His funeral service will be held at Haycombe Crematorium on Thursday 18th June. Attendees are encouraged to wear something blue in honour of Andy’s support for Bristol Rovers. Donations in his memory may be made to Macmillan Cancer Support.
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Ray, formerly of Butler and Tanner printer, union representative, and avid reader, passed peacefully at 95 on 25th May. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. The funeral service will take place at Weymouth Crematorium on 23rd June. Donations may be given to the Foodbank in memory of Ray.
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Alan, of Keinton Mandeville and formerly Halberton, Devon, died peacefully at 95 on 20th May. He was a loving husband and brother, with a funeral service scheduled for 11th June at St. Mary Magdalene Church. Donations will support the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance.
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Other notices honor community pillars, including former Light Infantry Brigadier, devoted parents, and devoted community volunteers. Many families have requested donations to charities such as Cancer Research UK, Parkinson’s UK, Diabetes UK, NSPCC, British Heart Foundation, and local hospices, ensuring legacies that benefit others.
We extend our deepest sympathies to all families and friends mourning their loved ones. These notices serve not only to announce their passing but to celebrate remarkable lives lived with love, dedication, and community spirit.