IN MEMORIAM: All death notices in the Swindon Advertiser this week

Margaret McCallum Young

Passed away peacefully at home on 28th June 2020, aged 72 years after a short but brave battle with lung cancer. Margaret was surrounded by her loved ones as she passed into the light to be reunited with her beloved husband John. Much loved mother of Christina and Margaret and a very proud grandmother of Chantelle and Ryan. Your light will never go out as you will live forever in our hearts. Private funeral to be held on 17th July 2020, 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/ margaret-mccallum-young Enquiries: Tel 01793 522797.

David Robert Hill

Of Chiseldon, unexpectedly in the Great Western Hospital Swindon on 20th June 2020, aged 71 years. A devoted husband and father who will be sadly missed by those that knew him. A private burial will take place at the Sir Henry Calley Memorial Gardens, Chiseldon on 9th July at 2pm. Donations in David's memory for the RVS or the Severn Valley Railway Trust may be sent c/o Mead Family Funerals, 10 St John Road, Wroughton, Wiltshire, SN4 9ED. Tel:- 01793 814602

Francis Ian Cave

Passed away on the 12th June 2020.The beloved husband and father are survived by his wife, Reene, and his children, Lorna, Yvonne, Karen and Alan. The private funeral service will be held on Monday 6th July, 1pm @ North Wiltshire Crematorium, Royal Wootten Bassett, Swindon, SN4 8ET. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired, direct to either RAF Benevolent Fund or Air Ambulance Service.

Gordon Frederick Cole

After a brave fight passed peacefully away at home on Sunday 21st June with his wife and daughter by his side. Most treasured husband of Trish, loved father of Tanya and adored granddad of Ben and Claire. Due to current regulations there will be a private funeral for immediate family only. No flowers by request but donations in Gordon's memory would be appreciated for the Prospect Hospice and may be sent to Hilliers Funeral Service, 7 Lechlade Road, Highworth, SN6 7 or online www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/obituaries/ gordon-fredrick-cole Trish and Tanya would like to say a big thank you to the Community Health team and Prospect Hospice who were such a great help and support while we were caring for Gordon.

Valeria McDowell

Passed away peacefully on the 21st June 2020, aged 85 years. Much loved Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Great Aunt. A private family funeral will be held. Donations if desired to Prospect Hospice c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3DF. Enquiries: Tel 01793 522797

Lillian Iris Tuck

Passed away suddenly on 19th June 2020, aged 79 years. Loving sister of Barry, Colin and Terry and much a loved Auntie. Sadly missed by all. Due to current circumstances a private family funeral will be held on Friday 10th July 2020 at 12.00noon. However, the cortege will pass around Culverhay Estate, Cricklade from 11.35am giving all friends the opportunity to say farewell to Lilian. Donations would be appreciated for Brighter Futures sent c/o Blackwells Independent Funeral Directors Ltd, Thames House, Thames Lane, Cricklade, SN6 6BH. Tel: 01793 750225.

Kathleen Rita Joan Bircher

'Joan' Passed away peacefully on 23rd June at Cheriton Nursing Home, Swindon, aged 99 years. Beloved wife of the late Ken. Cherished mother of Gill and a much loved grandmother of Louise, Mark and Adam. Grandmother-in-law to Tracey and David and great grandmother to Matthew, Andrew, Nathan, Ellie, Holly and Jack. Joan will be sadly missed by all her devoted nieces and nephews and many friends. A private cremation to take place followed by a celebration service to be held at a later date. Family flowers only, donations if desired to the Prospect Hospice c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3DF or online www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/obituaries/ kathleen-rita-joan-bircher/ Tel: 01793 522797

Hildegard Hunt

Died peacefully in Brunel House Care Home on 23rd June after a short illness and a long struggle with Alzheimer's. Beloved widow of Charles, mother of Susan, Peter and Julia and a special Grandma who will be missed by all. Private family service to be held at Kingsdown Crematorium on Monday 13th July at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please but donations welcome for the Alzheimer's Society Co-operative Funeralcare Tel: 01793 534759

Ann Sandra Doell

Mum Nan Nanny Passed away at home on 20th June, aged 75. Devoted and very much-loved wife to Norman (deceased), loving Mum to Stephen and Tracy, Mark and Mel. Nan to Sarah, Michelle, Kerry-Ann, Charlotte, Hollie, Linzi and Todd and a special Great Nan. Ann will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Due to current circumstances there will be a private family service. Family flowers only please, but donations would be appreciated for The Prospect Hospice. Co-operative Funeralcare, 439 Cricklade Road, Swindon, SN2 1AQ. Tel: 01793 534759

Stewart John Maggs

Passed away peacefully at the Great Western Hospital on 21st June 2020, aged 79 years. Beloved husband of Judy. Much loved father to Alison, Stephen and Nicholas and a cherished gramps to his six grandchildren. Private funeral on Friday 10th July at 10.30am at Kingsdown Crematorium, however donations would be appreciated for Prospect Hospice or Wiltshire Air Ambulance Charitable Trust c/o Hillier Funeral Service, 170 Victoria Road, Swindon SN1 3DF or online at www.hillierfuneralservice.co.uk/obituaries/ stewart-john-maggs Enquiries: Tel 01793 522797.

Janet Catherine Devereux

Jan Sadly, passed away on Friday 19th June 2020, aged 77 years. A loving partner to Neil, mother to Andy, grandmother to Ben and sister of Sue. Jan will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. A private family funeral will take place. Family flowers only please, donations if desired direct to Prospect Hospice, Moormead Road, Wroughton, Swindon SN4 9BY. Donations can also be made online via www.prospect-hospice.net Co-operative Funeralcare, 439 Cricklade Road, Swindon, SN2 1AQ. Tel: 01793 534759

Lillian May Fry

Peacefully passed away at home on the 15th June 2020, aged 94 years. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends who knew and loved her. A private funeral service is taking place in Lilians memory. Donations much appreciated to 'Macmillan Nurses', please make donations direct to the charity. Any enquries please contact A E Smith and Son on 01793 522023.