Here are the death notices from Worcester this week.

SARA ELIZABETH CRUMP

Passed away peacefully at home on Good Friday, April 10th, 2020, aged 44 years. Beloved Daughter of Michael and Denise, dear Sister of Nicki and Sister in Law of Mike. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Private Funeral. No flowers by request, but donations if desired, c/o the family for the purchase of a Syringe Driver to be used for the Droitwich District Nurses.

JEREMY CRIDDLE

Former Teacher at Worcester Girls Grammar School and Worcester Sixth Form College Passed away peacefully on April 11th, 2020, aged 82 years. Much loved Son of Edgar and Renee, Brother of John, Uncle of Anthony, Josie and Lindsey. A Private Interment will take place.

JOHN SMITH

Passed away peacefully at Redhill Nursing Home on Wednesday, April 8th 2020, aged 86 years. Beloved Husband of Barbara, much loved Dad to Debbie, Stephen and Kate and loving Grandad and Great Grandad. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A service to celebrate his life will be held later in the year.

JOHN CRAYFORD

Of The Stables, Lechlade. Died suddenly at home on April 7th, aged 86. Much loved Husband of Lesley, Father to Joanne and Brother of Roger and Jenny. No longer to hear his lovely singing. Celebration of Johns life when safe to do so. If wished, donations in memory of John to Alzheimer's Research, 3, Riverside, Granta Park, Cambridge. CB21 6AD

STUART ARTHUR CLAYTON

Sadly passed away on March 27th, 2020 aged 57 years. He will be sadly missed by all of his Family and Friends. A loving Son, Father, Grandad, Brother and Uncle. Love always and forever xxxx A Funeral Service shall be held on Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 at Astwood Cemetery. All flowers welcome to be sent to A V Band Funeral Directors by 10am on Tuesday, April 28th, 2020. A celebration of Stuart's life will be arranged in the near future

MARIA SARKAR

Sadly passed away on April 5th, aged 68 years. She will be sadly missed by all her Family and Friends. Due to the current situation the funeral will be attended by immediate family only.

MARGARET JOAN GORMLEY

Passed peacefully away in the care of Worcestershire Royal Hospital on April 10th, 2020 aged 86 years. A loving Mum, Nan, Great Nan and Great Great Nan. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A Private Cremation will take place. Any enquiries please to The Co-op Funeralcare, Tel: 01905 22137.

ANTHONY ROGER FRAZER-CANN 'TONY'

Passed away peacefully on April 14th, 2020 aged 71 years . Sadly missed by all his wife Margaret and Family and Friends. A Funeral Service will take place at Worcester Crematorium for close family only Donations if desired to St Richard's Hospice may be sent to Bedwardine Funeral Services, 30 Bromyard Road, Worcester. WR2 5BT. 01905 748811 A memorial thanksgiving will be arranged at a later date.

SHEILA WILSHAW (Née GORMLEY)

Passed away peacefully on April 3rd, 2020, aged 84 years. Much loved Wife of Malcolm, Mother to Sharon and Kerry and a loving Nan and Great Nan. Sister to Colin, Martin and Marlene. She will be greatly missed. A Private Family Service will be held at Worcester Crematorium. A Service of Celebration will take place at a later date. E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

JOAN BUTLER

Member of Barbourne Bowls Club Passed away in hospital on April 2nd, 2020, aged 81 years. Beloved Wife to Michael and loving Mother to Greg, Neil, Alina and Lance. A much loved Gran to Scott, Luke and Jody, and a treasured Mother in Law to Janet, Kay, Mark and Patricia. A Private Cremation will take place on April 20th, 2020 at 1pm, a webcast will be available. A Celebration of Joan's life will take place later in the year. Enquiries to: E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

MENELL JAMES MANN

Passed away peacefully on March 14th, 2020 aged 88 years. A much loved Father to Daryl, Russell, Gail and Samantha, Grandfather to Nicola, Leanne, Alyson, Stephanie and Gregory and Great Grandfather to Daniel and Hollie. A true gentlemen who will be missed by all who loved him.

FREDERICK SAMUEL TONGUE 'CHIPPER'

Passed peacefully away in the care of Worcestershire Royal Hospital on April 2nd, 2020 aged 83 years. The most wonderful, beloved, one in a million Husband to Audrey, a loving Dad to Nicholas, Jayne and Richard and a much loved Father in Law, Grandad and Great Grandad. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A Private Cremation will take place and a Memorial Service to celebrate his life will follow at a later date. Donations if desired for Worcestershire Royal Hospital may be made directly to the charity. Any enquiries please to The Co-op Funeralcare. Tel: 01905 22137

BRIAN HADLEY

Passed away peacefully at Norton Manor Care Home on April 2nd, 2020, aged 84 years. Beloved Husband of Dorothy, Father of Matthew, Father in Law of Helen, Grandpa of Joe and Step Grandfather of Anna. A private Family Service will be held at Worcester Crematorium. A Service of Thanksgiving will take place at a later date. E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

IVY JOAN PATRICIA BRADLEY

Passed away at home on Wednesday, April 8th aged 94 years. A much loved partner to Ron Jones for fifteen years and wife to the late Bill Bradley. An amazing mum, gran, great granny, Ivy was a strong, loving family lady and a kind hearted friend who will be missed so much by us all. Given the current situation, a small family funeral at St Mary's Church, Abberley will take place. A celebration of her life will take place at a later date.

CHARLES PETER WIXEY 'CHARLIE'

Passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital on Sunday, April 5th, 2020 aged 69 years. A loving Father to Emma, he will be sadly missed by all his Family and Friends. A Funeral Service shall take place at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2020 with immediate family only. A Thanksgiving Service shall be held at a later date. Donations if desired to Cancer Research UK can be sent to A V Band Funeral Director, 41 St Nicholas Street, Worcester WR1 1UW

JANET MARY GROVE

Passed away peacefully on April 2nd, 2020 aged 79. Wonderful Mother to Julian and the late Chris. An adored Nan of Sam, Tom and Joe and much loved Great Nan. She will be sadly missed. Special thanks to all NHS staff at Worcester Royal, Timberdine and Primrose Unit, Bromsgrove who took care of her. Private Funeral.

SHEILA WILSHAW

Passed away peacefully on April 3rd, 2020, aged 84 years. Much loved Wife of Malcolm, Mother to Sharon and Kerry, a loving Nan and Great Nan, who will be greatly missed. A Private Family Service will be held at Worcester Crematorium. A Service of Celebration will take place at a later date. E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

WILLIAM NORRIS GARBETT 'BILL/GABBY'

Fell asleep on April 4th, 2020 aged 81 years. Now free from pain after a brave fight against Dementia and Covid-19. Now reunited with his Parents Susan and William. A most precious Husband to Shirley, Father to Tina and Darren, Father in Law to Andy and Tracy, Grandie to Charlotte and Arron and Brother to Dennis. Heartfelt thanks to all those who have sent kind messages of sympathy and support. A Private Cremation will take place. All enquiries to The Co-op Funeralcare, Tel: 01905 22137

ROBERT JOHN ATKINSON

Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home, on March 29th, 2020, aged 36 years. A much loved Son, Brother, Grandson, Nephew and Uncle. He will be greatly missed by all his Family and Friends. A Private Funeral Service will take place at Wyre Forest Crematorium. A Celebration of Life Service to be announced at a later date. Donations to Help For Heroes may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

JOHN BATEMAN "BATEY"

It is with broken hearts that Salli, Ashley, Charlotte, Jodie, Hollie and Jill announce the passing of John. Sadly taken on April 3rd, 2020. A true gentleman we were proud to call ours. Funeral arrangements to follow.