Announcing the passing of loved ones through local news remains a cherished and trusted tradition. We are honoured to share these important announcements with our community.
Every notice published in our newspaper and on our site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk, the UK’s leading platform for death notices and memorials. Each notice is preserved online indefinitely, offering friends and families a lasting tribute. This safe space allows for sharing memories, adding tributes, photos, and making donations in memory of those who have passed.
Each week, we pay respect to those remembered in our area with a funeral notice and an online tribute page.
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Below is a selection of the recent notices:
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Valerie passed away on 23rd March 2026, aged 81. Beloved wife of John, loving mother to Mark and Claire, cherished grandmother, and friend to many. Her funeral is scheduled for Tuesday, 14th April at Weston-Super-Mare Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations in her memory to Parkinson’s.
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Molly of Low Ham peacefully passed on 13th March 2026 at 81. Devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her funeral will take place at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Friday, 24th April. Family flowers only; donations welcome for Parkinson’s UK.
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Richard died peacefully at home on 25th March 2026. A loving husband and father, his service will be held at St Andrew’s Church, Cheddar on 16th April. Bright colours encouraged; donations may be made to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis or Sing2breathe.
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Pat passed on 13th March 2026, greatly loved by family across generations. Funeral service on 22nd April at Christchurch Coxley. Family flowers only; donations to The Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary or Alzheimer’s Research UK.
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Maria Joyce, former Bath Reference Librarian, died aged 98 on 8th March 2026. A service of thanksgiving will be held on 18th April at St Thomas à Becket Church, Widcombe. Family flowers only; donations to the Genesis Trust.
These heartfelt notices reflect the rich lives and lasting legacies of the individuals who have touched the Somerset community. By sharing these tributes, we keep their memories alive and provide comfort to their loved ones.
To view more notices or add your own tribute, visit funeral-notices.co.uk or contact our dedicated team.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to all families and friends who have lost loved ones.