The following are the death notices placed in the Swindon Advertiser during the week beginning September 12, 2022.

Richard Anthony Cowdroy

COWDROY Richard Anthony "Dick" Richard (Dicky) Cowdroy, formerly of the Post Office Supplies Dorcan, passed away peacefully Saturday 10th September 2022 after a long illness. Always saying " Don't worry, I'll be dead soon" it took him 7 years to finally pass away to meet his beloved wife Cis who passed away back in July 15th.

Always annoying and loved a good political argument (of which he was always right of course) finishing the day off with betting on the horses. Richard will be sorely missed by his family and friends that knew and loved him best. Power to the people! (His favourite line).

Diana Phyllis Adams

ADAMS Diana Phyllis Sadly passed away on 31st August 2022, aged 73 years. Much loved mum and Nan, our hearts will forever be broken.

Funeral Service to be held at Kingsdown Crematorium on Tuesday 20th September 2022 at 12noon. Family flowers only, however donations would be appreciated to RSPB c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3DF or online www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/obituaries/ diana-phyllis-adams/ Enquiries: Tel: 01793 522797.

Carl Smith

SMITH Carl Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 6th September 2022, aged 83 years. An adored dad to Carly and Ashley, loving Brother to Geoff, much loved partner to Mo and a friend to many. Carl will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral service will take place at Kingsdown Crematorium on Thursday 6th October at 2.15 pm. Family flowers only please, donations would be appreciated for The British Heart Foundation. Enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare Tel: 01793 534759.

Robert Austin Skerten

SKERTEN Robert Austin Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 6th September 2022 aged 90. Beloved husband of Jean for 65 years. Loving father and grandfather who will be sadly missed.

Funeral service will take place at North Wiltshire Crematorium on Wednesday 21st September 2022 at 12.00. Family flowers only. A E Smith & Son.

Gordon Harold Thomas Fowler

FOWLER Gordon Harold Thomas Sadly on 26th August 2022 aged 84 years.

Service to be held at Kingsdown Crematorium 21st September 15.00 Family flowers only. Donations to Prostate Cancer Research would be gratefully received. A E Smith & Son.

Joan Howell (nee Hancock)

HOWELL Joan (nee Hancock) On 4th September 2022, peacefully at Great Western Hospital, aged 90 years. A dearly loved wife of Colin, loving mother of Neil and Jacqueline, mother-in-law of Paul (deceased), beloved nan of David, Natalie, Nicholas and Charlotte and a dear great-nanny of Otis.

Funeral Wednesday 28th September, 11.00 at St Margaret's Church, Lower Stratton, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired for St Margaret's PCC may be sent c/o Pearce Funeral Services, 92 Ermin Street, Stratton St Margaret, SN3 4NN. Enq:- 01793 832072.

Mike Sargent

SARGENT Mike On 31st August 2022, peacefully at Great Western Hospital, aged 79 years. A much loved man who will be sadly missed by his children Mark, Paul, Simon and Sharon, daughter-in-law Natalie, his grandchildren Stuart, Chelsea and Dominic and all of his family and friends.

Funeral Thursday 29th September, 12.45 at Kingsdown Crematorium Chapel, followed by interment in the cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired for Parkinson's UK may be sent c/o Pearce Funeral Services, 92 Ermin St, Stratton St Margaret, SN3 4NN. Enq:- 01793 832072.

Doreen Hunt

HUNT Doreen Sadly passed away at home on 6th September 2022, aged 87 years with her family around her. Beloved Wife to Colin. Much loved Mother to Sandra, Michael and Tracy, and loving Nan and Great-Nan.

Funeral to be held at St Mary's Church, Rodbourne Cheney on Tuesday 27th September at 10:30am followed by burial at Whitworth Road Cemetery. Flowers welcome and may be sent to Hillier Chapel of Rest. Donations in lieu for Prospect Hospice or online at www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/obituaries/doreen-hunt/ Enquiries: Tel 01793 522797.

William Charles (Bill) Lewis

LEWIS William Charles (Bill) Passed away peacefully at home on 1st September 2022, aged 82. Loving and much loved husband to Rose, a loving Father to David, Debra and Denise (Deceased) a loving Grandad and Great Grandad. Brother to George and Renie (deceased).

Funeral will take place at Kingsdown Crematorium on Thursday 22nd September at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, donations to me made to the Prospect Hospice. Bright colours and ties optional.

Veronica (Vera) Harrington

HARRINGTON Veronica (Vera) Passed away peacefully at the Prospect Hospice on 30th August 2022 at the age of 87 following a long battle with cancer. A devoted Mother, Grandmother and Sister, survived by her Son Ian, Grandson Jacob, Brother Charlie as well as a large number of other family. Vera will be missed by all that knew her. Widowed for 30 years, Vera is now reunited with her beloved Husband Len. Vera was always creative and was an avid crafter in latter years and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with her family and friends. She was born and grew up in East London, moving to Swindon in 1973.

Funeral service to be held at Holy Family Catholic Church (SN3 2PT) on 21st September 2022 at 11:30am, followed by the interment at St Margaret's Cemetery (SN3 4JY). Family flowers only, however donations would be appreciated for Prospect Hospice c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3DF or online at www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/ obituaries/veronica-harrington Enquiries: Tel; 01793 522797.

Geoffrey Barton Morris

MORRIS Geoffrey Barton Sadly on 27th August 2022 aged 67. Beloved brother to Wendy and special friend to Lindy and family.

Service on 20th September 2022 at 13:30, Kingsdown Crematorium, Swindon. Flowers welcome. A E Smith & Son.

Roy Hill

HILL Roy Passed away at the Great Western Hospital on 29th August 2022, aged 79 years. Roy will be lovingly remembered by his Wife Jennifer of 54 years, his two children Ian and Karen and their families.

Funeral Service to be held at Kingsdown Crematorium on Friday 23rd September 2022 at 10:30am. Family flowers only, donations would be appreciated for The Injured Jockeys Fund c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3DF or online at www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/obituaries/roy-hill.

Harold Roy (Jim) Durnford

DURNFORD Harold Roy 'Jim' of Winterbourne Monkton. Passed away in the Great Western Hospital, Swindon on 29th August 2022, aged 89 years. The beloved husband of Jill who wishes to thank all the staff at the hospital for their kindness and support.

Funeral service to be held at North Wiltshire Crematorium on Friday 23rd September at 11:00am. Family flowers only, however donations in Jim's memory for PALS at GWH may be sent c/o Mead Family Funerals, 10 St John Road, Wroughton, Wiltshire, SN4 9ED. Tel: 01793 814602. www.meadfamilyfunerals.co.uk.

Jeffrey Smart

SMART Jeffrey Passed away on the 27th August 2022, Aged 73. Loving and much loved husband of Pat. Loving pop to Gary and Lisa. Adoring gramp to Millie, Carly and Harvey.

Funeral will take place at North Wiltshire Crematorium on the 23rd September at 12pm. Please dress casual, no ties. Family flowers only, donations to be made to Cancer Research.

Frank Skalka

SKALKA Frank Passed away peacefully at home on 11th September 2022 at the age of 92.

Funeral Service to be held at Kingsdown Crematorium on Tuesday 27th September 2022 at 3:00pm. No flowers please, donations if desired would be appreciated for Prospect Hospice c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3DF Enquiries: Tel; 01793 522797.

Peter Graham Wylie

WYLIE Peter Graham Sadly passed away at Great Western Hospital on 5th September 2022, aged 52 years. Dearly beloved son of Malcolm, father of Arron, brother to Steve, brother in law to Debbie, uncle to Alistair and Steven. Peter will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral Service to be held at Kingsdown Crematorium on Friday 23rd September at 2:15pm. Family flowers only, however donations would be appreciated for Prospect Hospice c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3DF or online www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/obituaries/peter-graham-wylie Enquiries: Tel; 01793 522797.

Jeanette Carol Lindfield Gratton

GRATTON Jeanette Carol Lindfield Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday 30th August after a short illness at the age of 74. A devoted Mum to her two sons, a much-loved Mother-in-Law, Grandmother, Sister and Friend, who will be sadly missed by all. Now reunited with her beloved Husband Michael (deceased).

Funeral service to be held at Lydiard Millicent All Saints Church on Thursday 29th September at 11am. Brightly coloured flowers or donations for Marie Curie would be appreciated. Enquiries to Co-operative Funeral care, Cricklade Road, Swindon. Tel: 01793 534759.