IN MEMORIAM: Death notices in the Reading Chronicle last week

Joan Marie Celene Lewis

Joan Marie Celene Lewis passed away peacefully on 12th August 2020, aged 86. Gentle, funny, and caring. Beloved Wife, Sister, Auntie and Mum. She was an active member of the St John Bosco Parish for over fifty years and a long-standing member of the Earley Home Guard Social Club with her husband Raymond. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A private funeral at St John Bosco Catholic Church and burial at Mays Lane Burial Ground will be held on Friday 4th September. Flowers or donations to Joan's chosen charity 'The Jumbulance Trust' via the funeral home. Funeral arrangements by Richard Lloyd Funeral Services, 1-2 The Parade, Coppice Road, Woodley, Rg5 3RB. 011833914549.

Boniface Norbert/ 'Nobby' Rodrigues

Boniface Norbert/'Nobby' Rodrigues passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side at Royal Berkshire Hospital on Thursday 13th August 2020. Much loved Husband to Viena, Father to Gary/Tania; Lincoln/Carol and Neil. Grand Father to Joel, Jason and Isabella Nobby will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at English Martyr's Church on Wednesday 2nd September 2020. Flowers welcome and donations in memory of Nobby for Royal Berks Charity may be made via https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Neil-Rodrigues1 All enquiries to AB Walker, Tel 0118 957 3650.

Patricia Sandra Thomas

Patricia Sandra Thomas passed away peacefully on Monday 17th August 2020, aged 84. Much loved by husband of 61 years John, children Teresa and Steven and grandchildren Connie, James, Ben and Bethan. Pat will be dearly missed by all her family and everyone who knew her. A private funeral service will take place on Wednesday, 2nd September. Family flowers only, donations if desired in memory of Pat to ageuk.org.uk.

Donald (Don) Fernandes

Donald (Don) Fernandes passed away peacefully on 16th August 2020, aged 83 years. Will be sadly missed by his loving family and friends. There will be a private funeral service due to current restrictions. For details regarding donations or viewing the funeral service, please refer to memorygiving.com/ donaldthomasaloysiusfernandes Enquiries to A.B. Walker 0118 978 4040.

Thomas Arthur, known as Tom Barker

Thomas Arthur Barker, known as Tom, passed away peacefully at Abbeycrest Nursing Home on Friday 14th August 2020. Now reunited with his beloved wife Eileen, Tom will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place at St. Peter's Church, Caversham on Thursday 3rd September. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in Tom's name to the Reading Association for the Blind may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B. Walker, Caversham. Tel 0118 947 7007.

Daphne Marion Button (Nee Povey)

Daphne Marion Button (Nee Povey), 08.03.1939 - 11.08.2020 Reunited with her beloved husband Ted. A wonderful Mother to Richard, Darran and Nigel, adored by all of her grandchildren Thomas, Sarah, Lucy & Emily and Great Grandmother to Dorothy. Passed away peacefully at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading. Funeral service at Reading Crematorium on Wednesday, 26th August 2020 at 2:30 pm, by invitation only due to COVID restrictions in the chapel, but there will be a celebration of Daphne's life post pandemic. No flowers please however donations, if desired, for the Duchess of Kent Hospice or Polymyalgia Rheumatica & Giant Cell Arteritis UK (PMR GCA UK) may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk. Arrangements by & all enquiries to AB Walker & Sons Ltd. Woodley on 0118 969 8888.

Anthony William (Tony) Hardy

Anthony William 'Tony' Hardy passed away peacefully on 13th August in Exeter, Devon surrounded by his family. Loving Husband of June, very dear Father of Leah and Jason, very dear Stepfather of Robert and Ellen. Loving Grandfather and great Grandfather. Sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service to be held on 28th August 2020, at 1.30 p.m. St. Margaret and St. Andrews Church, Littleham, Exmouth, Devon. Family flowers only. Donations direct to: British Lung Foundation St. Petrocks - Exeter (Homelessness) or The Childrens Society (Child poverty).

Robert 'Bob' Hart

Robert 'Bob' Hart passed away peacefully at home on 13th August 2020 aged 85. A loving Husband, Father and Grandfather and friend to us all he will be sadly missed by all who know him. The funeral service will take place at Reading crematorium on Thursday 3rd September 2020 at 1.45pm. Family flowers only with donations in memory of Bob for the work off The British Heart Foundation via robert-hart-1935-2020.muchloved.com Funeral arrangements Richard Lloyd Funeral Services.

Reg Smith

Richard Reginald 'Reg' Smith died peacefully at Sunrise care home, Sonning on Saturday, 8th August aged 88. Reg will be sadly missed by his loving wife Jan, 3 children, 7 grandchildren, wider family & friends. A private family funeral to be held in Reading with a memorial service to be arranged at a later date. Donations in Reg's memory can be made via www.justgiving/fundraising/martin-smith131 (BritishHeartFoundation).

Sheila Anne Elkins

Sheila Anne Elkins passed away on 14 August 2020, age 70 years. Reunited with her late husband Peter, Sheila will be sadly missed by Paul, Joanne, family and friends. Private family service. Flowers are welcome and donations can be made to The Royal Berkshire Hospital via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to AB Walker 01189 573 650.

Muriel Smith

Muriel Smith passed away peacefully at the Royal Berkshire Hospital on 13th August 2020 aged 82 years. Much loved wife of Keith, mum to Ian and Graham and grandma to Grant, Megan, Jodie and Reece. Muriel will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Family funeral to be held. No flowers please, donations for Macmillan Cancer Support may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. Tel: 0118 304 0068.

Sheila West

Sheila West passed away peacefully at Home on 12th August 2020 aged 86 years. Sheila will now be reunited with her devoted Husband George. Sheila will be sadly missed by all her Family and Friends. No Flowers. Donations in memory of Sheila for Alzheimer's Society or Eve Appeal may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker Tel: 0118 9573650.

Margaret Ann Lipscombe

Margaret Ann Lipscombe passed away peacefully at John Radcliffe Hospital on 15th August 2020 aged 69 years. Much loved wife, mum, nan and great nan. Margaret will be missed by all her family and friends. Family funeral to be held. Flowers are welcome. All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. Tel : 0118 304 0068.

Richard Charles Hall Kay

Richard Charles Hall Kay passed away suddenly at home on 12th August aged 82. Richard is survived by his loving wife Julia, his sister Diana, nieces Maxine and Alison and nephew Nicolas. Richard will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will be held at Reading Crematorium on Tuesday 1st September and will be available to watch online at www.abwalker.co.uk where you can also make a donation, if desired, in Richard's memory to the Rotary Foundation of the UK All enquiries to A.B. Walker, Caversham Tel 0118 947 7007.

Ann Doreen Hathaway

Ann Doreen Hathaway passed away peacefully at home on 12th August 2020 aged 71 years. Dearly loved by everyone that knew her. Ann will be sadly missed by all. Now reunited with David. A private funeral service will be held at Reading Crematorium. Donations, if desired, in memory of Ann to the Thames Valley Air Ambulance. Co-op Funeralcare Caversham 42 Church Street, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8AU. Telephone 0118 947 9213.

Roger William Maskell

Roger William Maskell passed away at home aged 75 years. Husband of Jackie and father to Sarah. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Family funeral to be held at West Berkshire Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations may be made for British Heart Foundation via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd., Tilehurst Branch. Tel: 0118 304 0068.

Alys Gillian "Gill" Harrison (Nee Obertelli)

Alys Gillian "Gill" Harrison (Nee Obertelli) passed away peacefully on 11th August aged 90 years. Originally from Morecame and spending most of her life in Reading. Gill was a devoted Mother to her 7 Children, Grandmother of 14 and Great Grandmother of 2. As well as a loving Mother-in-Law, Sister-in-Law, Auntie and Cousin. Gill, a devoted Catholic, had bravely fought through years of illness and is now reunited with her late Husband George, her dear Brothers, Parents, Grandparents and many more. Gill has touched the lives of so many and will be hugely missed by all who knew her. Funeral by invitation only at St James Roman Catholic Church. Donations to RNLI or NSPCC in Gill's memory made be made via www.abalker.co.uk.

Keith Essex

Keith Essex passed away after a short illness on 14th August 2020 aged 82 years. Much loved husband to Audrey, brother-in-law to Jean and uncle to Carolyn, Robert, Sandra and Jackie Keith will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A private funeral service will be held on Friday 28th August Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Keith for the Duchess of Kent, Sue Ryder may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk. All enquiries to A.B. Walker & Son Tel: 0118 9573650.

David John Harper, MVO & OBE

David John Harper, OBE and MVO, passed away surrounded by his loved ones at Home on Saturday 8th August 2020. David will be sadly missed by his devoted Wife Norma, Loving Daughter Michaela. Catherine, Simon, Grandchildren Eloise, Harry and Sam, Amy and Alex. Family and Many Friends. This will be a Private Funeral Service. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of David for Macmillan Cancer Support may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker Tel: 0118 9573650.

Michael George Dawson

Michael George Dawson passed away peacefully on 13th of August 2020, aged 76. Loving husband to Rita, Dad to Kevin and Graham, Grandad to Emma, Jack and Rachel, Father-in-Law to Tracey and Claire. He will be sadly missed by all. Funeral will be held at 9:15am, Reading Crematorium, Tuesday the 25th of August 2020. Flowers welcome to be sent to Co-Op Earley Funeralcare, Wokingham Road, Reading.

John Matthews

John Matthews peacefully passed away after a short illness on 7th August aged 78 years. John will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. A private funeral service will take place on Tuesday 1st September Family flowers only, dontions if desired in memory of John to Sue Ryder, Duchess of Kent may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B Walker 0118 9573650.

Sandra Bandy

Sandra (Sandy) Bandy passed away peacefully on 5th August 2020 aged 76 years. Much loved Mother, Nanny, Sister and friend to so many. At peace now, she will be sadly missed by all. A private funeral will take place in Buckinghamshire. Donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. All enquiries to Arnold Funeral Services Beaconsfield 01494 685000.