Announcing the passing of a loved one through local news media remains a valued tradition, and we are honoured to be entrusted with these important announcements. Each funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our website is also hosted on funeral-notices.co.uk, the UK’s leading site for death notices and memorials. These notices remain online indefinitely, offering families and friends a lasting tribute-a secure space to share memories, post tributes and photographs, and accept donations in memory of their loved ones.
Each week, we pay homage to those who are remembered in our Somerset community through funeral notices and online tributes. To view the latest announcements or to add your tributes for those from our region who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice, please visit funeral-notices.co.uk. Alternatively, our supportive team is available at 01482 908084 to assist.
Brian passed away peacefully at the Royal United Hospital on Tuesday 25th August 2026, aged 91. He was the loving husband of Mary, a devoted father to Sharon and Carol, and a cherished grandfather to Daniel, Ryan, Ben, Lewis and Katie. Brian was also a beloved great-grandfather to twelve great-grandchildren. His funeral service is scheduled for Thursday 24th September 2026 at 2pm at the Valley Chapel, Haycombe Crematorium, BA2 2RQ (Tel: 01225 315585).
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A cherished member of the Crewkerne community passed away peacefully at Musgrove Park Hospital on 28th August 2026 at the age of 82. Deeply loved and already greatly missed by family and friends, the funeral service will be held at Yeovil Crematorium on Monday 21st September 2026 at 2.40pm. Family flowers only have been requested. Donations in memory are invited for the British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK and may be sent care of A J Wakely, 2 Abbey Street, Crewkerne TA18 7LF (Tel: 01460 74547) or made online at www.ajwakely.com.
Peg O’Connor passed away peacefully at home on 3rd September 2026, aged 91, surrounded by her daughters. She was the devoted wife of the late Don and beloved mother to Gerard, Josephine and Dawn, and remembered fondly along with her late children Bernadette, Mary, Caroline and Anthony. Peg was a devoted grandmother, great-grandmother, as well as a cherished sister, aunt and friend to many. Her funeral service will be held at St Catharine’s Catholic Church in Frome on Friday 2nd October at 11:00am, followed by interment at Easthill Cemetery. Family flowers only please; donations in memory of Peg for the British Heart Foundation may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, R20 Marshall Way, Commerce Park, Frome BA11 2FE (01373 476277).
Dave, of Cheddar, passed away surrounded by loved ones on 3rd September 2026 aged 77. He was a much-loved husband to Jan, godfather, brother and friend to many. A thanksgiving service celebrating Dave’s life will be held at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Wednesday 7th October at 11.30am. Attendees are kindly asked to avoid black clothing. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Dave to Weston Hospicecare and Pancreatic Cancer Action can be sent to M J Sheppard Funeral Directors, Cornerways, Church Street, Cheddar BS27 3RF (Tel: 01934 742885).
Jim, of Bradford on Avon and former Bath GP for over 20 years, passed away peacefully on 14th August 2026 at the age of 96. His funeral service will take place at Holy Trinity Church, Bradford on Avon, on Wednesday 16th September at 11.30am. Donations in Jim’s memory to Wiltshire Rural Music may be sent c/o DJ Bewley Funeral Directors, 3 St Katherine’s Court, Frome Rd, BOA BA15 1LE (Tel: 01225 587260).
A beloved member of the West Pennard community passed away peacefully on 5th September 2026. The funeral will be held at St Nicholas Church, West Pennard, on Thursday 1st October at 11:30am. Donations in memory may be made to St Margaret’s (Somerset) Hospice either online at funeral-notices.co.uk or sent to Forsey and Son, Pound Pool, Somerton, Somerset TA11 6LZ. Enquiries: 01458 272297.
A much-loved husband, father and grandfather from Othery, passed away on 2nd September 2026 at St Margaret’s Hospice, Taunton aged 60. He is survived by his wife Debbie, children Dan and Becky, and grandchildren Jason, Charlie, Layla, Summer and Emily. Cremation will take place at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Friday 2nd October 2026 at 11:30am. Donations are invited for St Margaret’s (Somerset) Hospice via funeral-notices.co.uk or Forsey and Son, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane, Glastonbury BA6 9GY.
Ron, beloved husband to the late Betty (Elizabeth Mary Smith nee Blood), passed away peacefully at Dunkirk Memorial House, Taunton. Born in Widnes, Cheshire, he served in the RAF and civil service before making his home in Somerset. Ron was a treasured father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather. His funeral service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Stoke St Mary on Monday 14th September 2026 at 12.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dunkirk Memorial House Residents Fund would be appreciated. Enquiries to Nigel K Ford Funeral Directors, Taunton (01823 338 369).
A valued member of Westbury-sub-Mendip community passed away peacefully at home on 14th August 2026, aged 77. He is dearly missed by his wife Sheila and family. His funeral service is scheduled for Monday 28th September at 11.30am at St Lawrence’s Church. Family flowers only; donations for Alzheimer’s Research and St Margaret’s Hospice may be left at the service or sent to W. B. Gibbs & Sons, Funeral Directors, Ebborlands, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset BA5 1AY.
Joan passed away on Friday 21st August 2026 aged 83, reuniting with her husband Andrew and daughter Janice. She was a deeply loved mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her funeral service will be held at The Hilltop Chapel on Tuesday 22nd September at 2.15pm. Donations in her memory will be gratefully received by the Avon Wildlife Trust, either online or at the service. Enquiries to G F Hunt Funeral Directors, Bath (Telephone 01225 424376).
Francis passed away on 15th August aged 77 and is greatly missed by family and friends. His funeral service is scheduled for Monday 14th September at 11.30am at St Andrews Church, Chew Stoke. Family flowers only; donations in memory may be made to Parkinson’s UK via Michael Rowe Funeral Directors, 2 The Vinery, Harford Square, Chew Magna BS40 8RD.
Diane passed away peacefully on 11th August 2026 aged 75. She will be warmly remembered by family and friends. A service to celebrate Diane’s life will be held at Weston-super-Mare Crematorium on Wednesday 16th September at 2.30pm. Family flowers only; donations for the RSPCA may be sent to C V Gower Funeral Directors, The Square, Winscombe BS25 1BS (Tel: 01934 842945). Tributes and donations can also be made online.
Valerie Esther Whyte, aged 88, passed away peacefully at home on 30th August 2026, surrounded by family. Known for her beautiful soul, kindness, patience, wisdom and fairness, she will be forever loved and missed.
A beloved member of the Croscombe, Wells community died suddenly at home on 31st August 2026 aged 67. She will be fondly remembered by James, Paul, Ann, Tony, Amy, Charlotte and family. Her funeral service will take place at Mendip Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd September at 1:30pm. Donations in memory are invited for the British Heart Foundation and Happy Landings Animal Rescue Centre via funeral-notices.co.uk or Trotman Funeral Directors, Ashdene, Cranmore, Shepton Mallet BA4 4QQ.
To add personal tributes or to publish a funeral notice, please visit funeral-notices.co.uk.
Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the families and friends during these difficult times.