Somerset Funeral Notices: Remembering Cherished Loved Ones

Announcing the passing of loved ones remains a valued tradition in our local community, and we are honoured to be entrusted with these important messages. Every funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our website also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk, the UK’s leading platform for death notices and memorials. These notices remain online indefinitely, offering a lasting tribute and a safe space for friends and families to share memories, add tributes and photographs, and make donations in honour of their loved ones.

Each week, we pay homage to those remembered in our area by highlighting a selection of funeral notices and their associated online tribute pages. To explore the latest announcements or to add your own tributes, or to create a funeral notice, please contact our dedicated team on 01482 908084.

Here are some of the notices published recently:

(Bob) Passed peacefully on Thursday 10th September 2026, aged 73, following a long battle with cancer. Beloved brother to Jim and brother-in-law to Maureen. He will be deeply missed by his nieces, family and friends. His funeral service will be held at the Valley Chapel, Haycombe, on Friday 2nd October at 1:00pm. Family flowers only; casual dress. Refreshments will follow 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.
(Ellie Williams) Passed away peacefully with Teresa and Rhianna by her side. A dearly loved mum, mother-in-law, nan, great nan and friend, who brought warmth, kindness and love to all who knew her. Her smile and infectious laughter will always be 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 welcomed for Secret World Wildlife Rescue.
Passed away at Catherine House Nursing Home, Frome, on 10th September 2026, aged 74. Funeral service at West Wiltshire Crematorium, Semington, on Monday 12th October at 2:30pm. Family flowers only; donations to Dementia UK may be sent to Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors, Frome.
John, aged 92, passed away on 13th September 2026. Cherished husband of Julie, father of Steve, Karen, Mike and Jackie, and a deeply loved grampy and great-grampy. A celebration of his 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.
A devoted minister originally from Bath, who began his ministry aged 22 and served across England, passed away on 10th August 2026, aged 65. Known for his love, kindness, and faithful preaching. Survived by his wife Veronica and loved by the Christian community. Funeral service to be held at Hilltop Chapel, Haycombe Cemetery, Bath, on Tuesday 29th September at 12:15pm.
(JC) Actor, dancer and singer from Yeovil, passed peacefully on 12th September 2026, aged 94. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Tuesday 6th October at noon. No flowers; donations to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance appreciated.
Beloved wife of John, passed peacefully on 11th September, aged 95. 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. Loving wife to the late Bill, mother to Caron and the late Colin. Funeral service at St Peter’s Church, Bushley, on Saturday 3rd October at 10:00am, followed by private cremation. Flowers welcome; donations to The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem.
(Bob) Passed peacefully at home on 10th September aged 86, beloved husband, father and grandad. Funeral service 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. 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; donations to RNLI welcome.
Avril, loving mum and nan, passed peacefully on 25th August 2026. Funeral at St Leonard’s Church, Marston Bigot, on Thursday 24th September at 12 noon. Donations for the church appreciated.
From Mildura, Australia, formerly of Batheaston, Bath, passed peacefully at age 88 following a short illness. Much loved husband, father, and grandfather.
Of East Pennard, passed peacefully at home on Sunday 13th September 2026 aged 78. Beloved husband of the late Sandra, loving father and grandad. Funeral service at All Saints Church, East Pennard, on Friday 23rd October at 12 noon, followed by interment. Family flowers only; donations to Yeovil Hospital Charity welcomed.
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 to Somerset Wildlife Trust appreciated.