IN MEMORIAM: Death notices in the Reading Chronicle last week

Lawrence Tingle

Lawrence Tingle (Larry) Aged 88 died peacefully at home on Friday 10th April 2020. Reunited with his beloved wife June. A dear dad, granddad, great granddad and brother. He will be greatly missed by everyone. All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. 0118 304 0068.

Mary Christy

Mary Christy Passed away peacefully at The Royal Berkshire Hospital on the 15th April 2020 aged 79 years. Mary will be sadly missed by her devoted Husband Simon, loving Children Anna and Martin, Grandchildren Family and Friends. This will be a Private Funeral Service. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Mary will be for Thames Valley Air Ambulance may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker Tel: 0118 9573650.

Philip Woodruff

Philip Woodruff passed away at Wexham Park Hospital on 25th March 2020, aged 74 years. Philip was formally of Apple Hill Nursing Home, Hurley. Philip was born in the Doncaster and lived in Reading for about 30 years. Working as a painter and decorater. Funeral date to be confirmed, All enquiries to AB Walker 0118 9573650.

John Freemantle

John William Freemantle passed away peacefully at the Royal Berkshire Hospital on 14th April. Dearly loved father who will be sadly missed. Service of remembrance to be held later in the summer. Donations in memory of John for The Royal Berks Charity may be made via, www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to AB Walker, 0118 957 3650.

Neville Worrell

Neville Worrell passed away on 14th April 2020, at Northampton Hospital, aged 80. There will be a private funeral service in Reading. All enquiries to AB Walker 0118 957 3650.

Arnold Johnson

Arnold Charles Johnson passed away peacefully on the 15th April 2020, aged 78 years. Arnold will now be reunited with his devoted Wife Muriel. He will be sadly missed by his loving Children, Sue and Andrew, Grandchildren, Family and many friends. This is a private funeral for the family, they will arrange a Celebration of Life later in the year. Donations in memory of Arnold to Parkinson's UK may be made via https://www.abwalker.co.uk/funerals/donations-and-funeral-collections/.

Pauline Reeves-Underwood

Pauline Reeves- Underwood (formerly Kelly) Sadly Passed away on the 16 April 2020. Previously lived in Reading. Pauline Reeves-Underwood's service will take place in Ruskington, Lincolnshire on Monday 4 May at 12:30. For all enquiries please contact Reading Borough Council Deputy's Office directly on 0118 937 4062.

Joyce White

Joyce Eileen White died 6th April 2020, aged 94. Much loved Mum of Barrie, and Grandma to Will and Tom. Gone to join her husband George, and their baby Jackie. We remember her bright and vital and full of fun. We miss her terribly.

Paul Johnson

Paul Johnson - ex painter and decorator, passed away suddenly at The Royal Berkshire Hospital on Monday 6th April 2020 Aged 72 Years. Husband of June, Dad of Paul and Neil Father in law to Anna. Brother to Janet, Grandad to Sophie (Princess), Tom, James, Matthew and Lois. Loved and missed This will be a private Funeral Service. Immediate Family Flowers only. Donations in memory of Paul for Guide Dogs for the Blind, Royal Berks Charity - Respiratory Department U250 or Blue Cross Animal Sanctuary may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk. All enquires to A B Walker Tel: 0118 9573650.

Rose Dunlop

Rose Kathleen Dunlop passed away peacefully at the Royal Berkshire Hospital on 7th April 2020 aged 79 years. Much loved and greatly missed by all family and friends. Private family funeral to be held. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Rose for The British Heart Foundation may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. Tel: 0118 304 0068.

Gwendoline Chandler

Gwendoline Chandler (Gwen) For many years a teacher at Southcote Primary School and widow of Jock, first headmaster of Southcote Primary School, passed away peacefully on 11th April at Sunrise, Sonning, aged 95 years. Gwen will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A private funeral service will be held on 1st May and it will be Webcammed. No flowers please by request. Donations, if desired, in memory of Gwen to Save The Children may be made via http://www.abwalker.co.luk. A celebration of her life will be held later in the year. All enquiries to A. B. Walker 0118 9573650.

Kenneth Walker

Kenneth Walker (Ken) Passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on 12th April 2020 aged 72 years. Ken was a loving and devoted husband to Lyn. A much loved father to Michael, Dennis and Karen, father in law to Michelle and Rhys and most precious Grandad to Joshua and Samuel. Ken will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A private funeral will take place on Wednesday 29th April with a memorial service to celebrate his life to be organised at a later date. Donations in memory of Ken, may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk to the ICU at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, who cared for him so kindly in his final hours. All enquiries to A.B. Walker 01189573650.

Kevin Lewendon

Kevin Lewendon peacefully passed away on 10th April 2020 aged 70 years. A much loved husband to Carol, dad to Craig and Kerry, Grandad to Olivia, Adam, Callum and Lewis. Kevin will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. A private funeral service will be held. Donations if desired in memory of Kevin to Spinal Injuries Association or Pancreatic Cancer Uk may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B Walker 0118 9573650.

Brian Goucher

Brian Goucher passed away peacefully at the Duchess of Kent, aged 81 on the 14th April 2020. A loving husband to Wendy, devoted father, brother, uncle & grandad, he will always be loved & never forgotten. Funeral takes place on 1st of May 2020 (close family only) at Reading Crematorium. A celebration of Brian's life will take place after Covid-19 is over.

Robert Wheeler

Robert James Wheeler passed away peacefully on Friday 3rd April 2020, aged 83 years. A loving husband and father, he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A private funeral service will take place in April. Donations for The Stroke Association may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk. All enquiries to A. B. Walker Woodley on 0118 969 8888.

Marjorie Welch

Marjorie Phyllis Welch died peacefully at home on 6th April 2020, aged 88. Beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother. There will be a Green Burial on Friday 1st May at Acorn Ridge, Enshore. Sadly family members only. There will be a memorial service later in the year. Sorrow is the price of love.

Alfred Hawkett

Alfred Hawkett passed away peacefully at Jasmine House on 10th April 2020, aged 88 years. Much loved father to Veronica, Patricia, David and father in law to Steve. Alfred will be sadly missed and always in our hearts. Private family funeral to be held. No flowers please, donations if desired for Dementia UK may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. Tel; 0118 304 0068.

George Young

George Ronald Young sadly passed away on 11th April 2020, aged 85 years. A dearly loved husband to Maureen. Father to Sue, Jane, Karen and Deb. Grandad to 11 and Great Grandad to 21. He will be sadly missed by all. Private family funeral to be held. Donations welcome to Parkinson's UK or Royal Berks Charity may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. Tel: 0118 304 0068.

Ida Barnes

Ida Barnes passed away peacefully at home in Reading on 8th April 2020, aged 99. She was a much loved Nanna to 6 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren. A true hero and inspiration to her family. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. There will be a private funeral service to celebrate her life. Donations in her memory can be made to British Heart Foundation or Cancer Research UK via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B Walker 0118 957 3650.

Betty Toms

Betty Georgina Toms 28th August 1923 - 13th April 2020 Passed away peacefully at Jasmine House aged 96. Betty will be greatly missed by her loving sons Geoffrey and Philip and her grandchildren Christian, Daniel, Rebecca, Jessica and Kylie. A private family service will be held at Reading Crematorium.

Charles Cook

Charles William Cook (Charlie) passed away at home on 2nd April 2020, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of June. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. There will be a private cremation, with a memorial gathering to follow at a later date.

Olive Bevan

Olive Mary Bevan passed away on 8th April 2020, aged 93 years. Much loved wife of the late Lemuel Bevan and mother of the late Pauline Bevan. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. A closed funeral service will take place due to current restrictions due to COVID-19. Donations, if desired, may be sent to Alzheimer's Research UK. Enquiries to Tel: 0118 978 4040.

Sydney Powell

Sydney Powell (Bob) Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 5th April, aged 89. Much loved husband of Betty Loving dad to Geoffrey, Pauline and Robert. A loving Father-in-law to Alan, Lisa and Sally. A loving Grandad to Kathryn, Joanne, Kelly and Louie. A Loving Great Grandad to Oscar and Arlo. He will be sadly missed. Gone but never forgotten. A private funeral service will take place on 29th April. Donations in memory of Sydney for the Royal Berkshire Hospital Cardio Department may be made via http://www.memorygiving.com/sydneyramptonpowell Enquiries to A.B. Walker & Son. Tel: 0118 9477007.

Albert Josey

Albert William Josey - In Loving Memory of Albert William Josey. Passed away peacefully at home on the 31st of March 2020. Will be greatly missed by his Children, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered for all of his charity work as a Woodley Superintendent and as a serving brother of St John's Ambulance.

John O'Reilly

John O'Reilly passed away suddenly but peacefully on 9th April 2020, aged 79 years. Reunited with his devoted wife Phyllis. A devoted dad to Sean, Noel, Bridget and Theresa, who will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. A private funeral will be held. There will be a mass later in the year to celebrate John's Life. All Enquiries to A.B. Walker 0118 9573650.

Alfred (Bob) Goodwin

Alfred Robert Bob Goodwin. We are sad to announce the passing of Bob (Alfred Robert) Goodwin on 9 April 2020. Beloved husband to Valerie and devoted dad to Julie and Greg, he is now at peace. A celebration of his great life will be held in the future.

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or via Co-op Funeralcare Tilehurst,104 School Road, Tilehurst, Berkshire, RG31 5AX Tel: 0118 9433 922

Roderick Symonds

Roderick John Symonds passed away at home on the 18th March 2020, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband and father who will be dearly loved by all who knew and loved him. Private family funeral service, however, a memorial service to celebrate Roderick's life will be organised in the summer. Family flowers only. All enquiries to AB Walker 0118 957 3650.

Doreen Sturges

Doreen Sturges passed away peacefully on the 2nd April 2020. Doreen will be sadly missed by her loving Husband Reg. Her devoted daughters, Julie and Claire. Her Grandchildren, Lisa and Dan, Her Great Grandchildren, Mia,Jacob,and Oakley, family and friends. Donations in memory of Doreen for Royal Berks Charity may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker Tel: 0118 9573650.

Cyril Wilkinson

Cyril Wilkinson passed away peacefully at the Royal Berkshire Hospital on 4th April 2020, aged 93. He was a much loved husband to Mavis and father to Derek and June and will be missed by all his family and friends. There will be a private funeral service to celebrate his life. Donations in Cyril's memory can be made to Dementia Research UK. All enquiries to A.B Walker 0118 957 3650.

Ivy Hallberry

Ivy Hallberry passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on 3rd April 2020, aged 90 years. Ivy will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Private family funeral to be held. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Ivy may be made for Alzheimer's Research UK or Macmillan Cancer Support via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. Tel: 0118 304 0068.

Murleta Pearson

Murleta Pearson passed away peacefully at her home in Reading on 3rd April 2020, at the age of 79. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved Mother to five children, Grandmother to Fourteen, Great Grandmother to Eighteen and a Great Great Grandmother. Murleta will be missed by a host of family, friends, community and church family. There will be a private funeral service to celebrate her life and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to Age UK via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries can made to A.B. Walker via 0118 957 3650.

James Hissey

James Hissey passed away peacefully on the 5th April 2020, at The Royal Berkshire Hospital. James will be sadly missed by his devoted Wife Diane, Loving Daughters Amanda and Kellie. Grandchildren Jordan, Ethan, Cameron, Emily, Daisie and step grandson Matthew. Son in law Dean Adam Andy. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of James for the Royal Berks Charity - West Ward may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker Tel: 0118 9573650.

John Keller

John Keller passed away 3rd April 2020, After battling illness. Your shining light dimmed too soon. A larger than life character who will be missed by many. Once met you were never forgotten. Entertain heaven like you entertained us all here. We will love and miss you always. Wendy and Ross Kneller.

Terry Hoare

Terry Hoare passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on 13th April 2020, aged 71. He was a much loved partner to Roma and her family and brother to Richard. He will be missed by all his family and friends. There will be a private funeral service to celebrate his life. Donations in his memory can be made to British Heart Foundation via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B Walker 0118 957 3650.

Patricia Norris

Patricia Norris Passed away peacefully at home on 12th April 2020, aged 91 years. Dearly loved Mum, Nan, Sister Aunt, Great Aunt and Great Great Aunt. She will be missed and always in our hearts. The funeral service will be held at Reading Crematorium West Chapel on Tuesday 28th April at 10.30am. Immediate family only. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to the Woodland Trust. All enquiries Co-op Funeralcare Caversham, 42 Church Street, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8AU Telephone 0118 947 9213.