Somerset Funeral Notices: Remembering Cherished Loved Ones This Week

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition. We take pride in the trust placed in us to share these important announcements with our community. Every funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our news website also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk - the UK’s foremost site for death notices and memorials. These notices remain online indefinitely, providing a lasting tribute for families and friends to share memories, add tributes, photographs, and make donations in honour of their loved ones.

Each week, we pay tribute to those remembered in our area with a collection of funeral notices and online memorial pages. To view the latest announcements, contribute a tribute to someone who has passed away locally, or create a funeral notice yourself, please visit our website or contact our dedicated team at 01482 908084.

Here is a selection of funeral notices published earlier this week:

(Bob) Passed peacefully on Thursday 10th September 2026 aged 73 years after a prolonged battle with cancer. Beloved brother to Jim and brother-in-law to Maureen. He will be lovingly missed by his nieces, family, and friends. The funeral service will be held at the Valley Chapel, Haycombe, on Friday 2nd October at 1:00pm. Family flowers only; casual dress. Refreshments will be served at Charlie’s, Twerton Park, from 1:45pm. Donations in aid of Cancer Research UK may be made online or at the service. Enquiries to G F Hunt Funeral Directors, Bath.
(Williams) (Ellie) Passed away peacefully with Teresa and Rhianna by her side. A dearly loved Special Mum, Mother-in-law, Nan, Great Nan, and friend who brought warmth and kindness to all who knew her. Her smile and infectious laughter will be fondly remembered. Funeral service at Sedgemoor Crematorium, Bridgwater, on 22nd September at 1:30pm, followed by a celebration at Dunston House Inn, Burnham on Sea. Family flowers only; donations welcome for Secret World Wildlife Rescue.
Passed away at Catherine House Nursing Home, Frome, on 10th September 2026, aged 74 years. Funeral service at West Wiltshire Crematorium, Semington, on Monday 12th October at 2:30pm. Family flowers only; donations for Dementia UK welcomed through Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors.
Sadly passed away on 13th September 2026, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of Julie, father to Steve, Karen, Mike, and Jackie, and a dearly missed grandfather and great-grandfather. A celebration of John’s life will be held at Weston-Super-Mare Crematorium on Thursday 8th October at 1:30pm. Family flowers only; donations to RSPCA North Somerset Branch accepted.
Originally from Bath, a devoted minister who served faithfully across England, including roles at Ceylon Baptist Church, All Souls Langham Place, Lowmoor Evangelical Church, and Southbourne Free Church. Remembered for his kindness and pastoral care, he passed away on 10th August 2026 aged 65. Funeral at Hilltop Chapel, Haycombe Cemetery, Bath, on Tuesday 29th September at 12:15pm.
Actor, dancer, and singer (of Yeovil) peacefully passed on 12th September 2026 aged 94. Funeral at Yeovil Crematorium on Tuesday 6th October at 12 noon. No flowers; donations for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance accepted.
Passed peacefully on 11th September aged 95 years. Much loved wife of John. Funeral at The Valley Chapel, Haycombe Crematorium, Bath on Wednesday 30th September at 12 noon. Flowers welcome.
Passed peacefully at home on 11th September 2026 aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill and mother to Caron and the late Colin. Funeral at St Peters Church, Bushley, on Saturday 3rd October at 10:00am, followed by private cremation. Donations for The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem welcomed.
(Bob) Passed peacefully at home on 10th September aged 86 years. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Funeral at Haycombe Hill Top Chapel on Thursday 8th October at 12:15pm followed by private committal. Family flowers only.
Of Ditcheat, passed at Yeovil District Hospital on 3rd September 2026 aged 73 years. Funeral at St Joseph and Teresa’s Catholic Church, Wells, on Thursday 1st October at 11:30am, followed by interment at Wells Cemetery. Family flowers only or donations for RNLI.
Avril passed peacefully on 25th August 2026. Loving mother and grandmother. Service at St Leonard’s Church, Marston Bigot on Thursday 24th September at 12 noon. Donations for St Leonard’s Church accepted.
Of Mildura, Australia, formerly of Bath, passed peacefully aged 88 after a short illness. Loved husband, father, and grandfather, remembered fondly in both Australia and the UK.
Of East Pennard, passed peacefully at home on Sunday 13th September 2026 aged 78. Beloved husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather. Funeral at All Saints Church, East Pennard, on Friday 23rd October at 12 noon, followed by interment. Family flowers only; donations for Yeovil Hospital Charity accepted.
Passed peacefully on 14th September aged 71. Much loved son, brother, father, and grandfather. Funeral at Yeovil Crematorium on Wednesday 30th September at 12:40pm. Family flowers only; donations for The Somerset Wildlife Trust welcomed.

Our thoughts remain with all families mourning their dearly loved relatives during this difficult time.