The following death notices were published in the Worcester News this week.

GLORIA ACHESON of Worcester, passed away peacefully at Court House Nursing Home on April 22nd, 2020 aged 79 years. Beloved wife to the late William John and a loving mother to Fiona, Darren and Andrew, grandmother, great grandmother and mother in law.

Please remember Gloria in silent reflection at 1pm on May 6th. A private Cremation will take place later that day. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Tel: 01684 574733.

EDWARD GEORGE HOOPER "TED" Passed away at Worcester Royal Hospital on 1st April 2020. Precious husband of Lyn and very proud father of James, Ricky and Charlotte with three special people in his life, his grandchildren, Georgia, Grace and Lily. Later in the year there will be a memorial service.

PETER LEONARD TAYLOR Pete lost his fight for life on April 11th 2020 after a brave battle aged 58 years. Much loved husband to Madena Son to May and the late Gerwyn, Brother to Lesley and Elizabeth. Dad to Kim, Cindy, Emma, Chris and Phil. Grandad, brother in law, uncle and friend to many. You will always have a place in our hearts. May you now rest in peace.

ANN JONES Passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital, on April 24th, 2020, aged 65 years. A beloved partner of Colin, much loved daughter of Diane and Bill, devoted mum to Claire and Sharon, A loving nan to Connor, Leon, Layla-May, Meyler, Chester and Francesca, Sister to Darren and friend to many. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A private service will take place. Donations in lieu of flowers are for The Ann Jones Memorial Fund in Aid of the NHS and may be made via the below link: Paypal.me/pools/c/8oxVa9ypL5 Any enquires to The Co-op Funeralcare. Tel: 01905 22137.

ENID PASS Sadly passed away on April 26th 2020, aged 78 years. Greatly missed by family and friends. Private family burial will take place at Great Malvern cemetery.

DAVID LESLIE COURT Sadly passed away on April 23rd, 2020, after a short illness at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. Beloved husband of Caron, father to Natasha and Andrew, father in law to Joe, grandfather to Arlo and Brother to Nigel and the late Michael. David will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A private service will take place at Worcester Crematorium.

PETE FOSTER Of Hallow. Passed away at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, on April 18th, 2020, following a courageous battle against cancer. Husband of Julie, Dad to Ian and Kerry, Brother of Liz, best friend to many. Handyman of the village and foreman with Spicers Builders of Worcester. A man much loved by his family, friends and community. Due to current circumstances, a private interment will be held at Hallow Churchyard on May 5th. If wished, donations in memory of Pete for Hallow Church PCC may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester. WR3 7EU.

DOROTHY TOWNSEND Passed away peacefully in Hospital on April 10th, 2020, aged 88 years. Much loved wife of the late Arnold. Loving mum, nan and great nan. A private cremation will take place. A memorial service will take place later in the year. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for St George with St Mary Magdalene PCC may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester. WR3 7EU.

WINIFRED FUTRILL formerly COLLINS Aged 93 from Littleworth, Norton, Worcestershire passed away on April 23rd, 2020 after a short stay at a Worcester Care Home. A devoted, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. So generous with her love and affection she was such an important part of our lives and will be deeply missed by all her family. Reunited with all those you have lost, sleep well and God bless.

LENA ELISABETH RYAN Passed away peacefully on April 19th, 2020, following extended battles with illness. A loving wife and mother and lifelong teacher. A private family funeral to be held May 2020. No flowers, but donations to Diabetes UK gratefully accepted via Bedwardine Funeral Services.

HELEN HODGES (née BADSEY) Passed away on April 23rd, 2020, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late David, much loved mum of Tony, Jill and Pam, mother in law of Alan and Graham and loving nan of Rachel, Matthew, Christian, Sarah and Steven. Sister of Bernard and the late Lillian and David, and sister in law to Janet. A private family service will be held at Worcester Crematorium. Donations, if desired for St Richard's Hospice or the Dogs Trust may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

JUNE PATRICIA RAW Passed away peacefully in hospital, on April 20th, 2020, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of Fred, much loved mum of Neil and Sarah and a wonderful nanny to Jaime and Callum. A private family service will be held at Worcester Crematorium. Donations for the Royal Osteoporosis Society may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

MARIE BETTY CATHERINE BALL "BETTY" Age 95, passed away peacefully at Herons Park, on 17th April 2020. Dearly beloved wife of Sydney and devoted mother of Christopher, Clifford and Rosemary. Sadly missed by her sons and daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A private cremation will take place. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

KENNETH HUNDLEY 'KEN' Of Drakes Broughton, Pershore formerly of Worcester. Died suddenly at his home on April 27th, 2020, aged 89 years. Loving brother to the late Bill and Gerald, brother in law to Doreen, Uncle to Paul, Donna and Jonathan. Funeral service private. Donations for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity may be sent to E. Hill & Son Funeral Directors, Pershore, WR10 1HZ.