HERE are the most recent death notices published in the Worcester News (February 26)

Our condolences to the families.

Ridley, Peter (Pete) (ex Underwoods): Passed away peacefully in hospital on February 15, aged 93 years.

Beloved husband of the late Marjorie. Dearest father of Paul, Helen and Mark. Grandfather to Jo, Steve, Claire and Sarah.

Father-in-law to Simon and Vicky. Uncle to Anita, Alison, David, Caroline and Steph.

Good friend to many. Funeral by invitation only. Webcast details can be obtained from the family.

No flowers by request. Donations can be sent direct to Sight Concern Worcs.

With grateful thanks to everyone who cared for Peter during his short illness.

Fisher, Roy "Edward": Passed away suddenly on February 12, 2021.

Beloved husband of the late Stella, much loved father of Colin, Andrew, Alan, Shirley, Martin and Denise.

Loving grandad and great grandad, he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

A private service will take place at Worcester Crematorium on March 15.

Flowers may be sent to Co-Op Funeralcare, Lowesmoor, Worcester. 01905 22137.

Smith, Jack: Passed away peacefully in hospital, on February 13, 2021, aged 84 years.

Beloved husband of the late Ann. Dearly loved father of Sheena and loving grandad to Nic and BB ( Bethany).

Due to Covid-19 restrictions a private Funeral Service will take place at Worcester Crematorium, on Wednesday, March 3.

For anyone wishing to pay their last respects, the cortege will leave Jack's home at 2.10 p.m.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK, may be sent direct to the charity or to Bedwardine Funeral Services, Tel 01905 748811.

Jay, Johanna Mary of Worcester: Passed away peacefully at The Shrubbery Nursing Home, Kidderminster on February 8 aged 93 years, following a short illness.

A much-loved mother, grandma, great gran, sister, aunt and a dear friend to many.

A funeral mass will take place at St George's Catholic Church, Worcester on Tuesday, March 9, at 12.00 midday followed by a short committal service at Worcester Crematorium.

Due to Covid restrictions both services are by invitation only but both may be attended online via a live webcast.

Enquiries to be made through Co-operative Funeralcare 01905 22137.

Family flowers only please but donations if desired will be gratefully received for the St Vincent de Paul Society of which Johanna was a long serving and hardworking member.

Just Giving Page: SVP-Droitwich-Johanna-Jay-RIP

Honey, Leonard Gordon 'Len': Passed away on February 17, 2021, aged 86 years.

Loving brother to Pauline and uncle to Martyn. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him.

Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Monday, March 8, at 10.00 a.m.

Invited Family and Friends due to Covid restrictions. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for the Dogs Trust, may be left on the Collection Plate at the Crematorium or sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

Wood, Jacqueline June of St. Dunstan's Close, Worcester: Passed away peacefully on January 28, 2021.

Loving wife to Grenville, mother of Darrell, Robert, Duncan and Alec, grandmother and great grandmother.

Private Funeral Service. Donations, if desired, in memory of Jacqueline may be sent directly to St. Richard's Hospice. https://www.strichards.org.uk/raise-funds/give-in-memory

Brennan William 'Bill': Formerly of B B Locks of Worcester. Passed away peacefully on February, 13, 2021, aged 71 years.

Loved and remembered by his daughter, son, grandchildren, sisters and brother.

Funeral Service at St George's Catholic Church on March 3 at 10.00am, followed by private interment.

The Church webcast will be available at www.churchservices.tv/worcester. Invited Family and Friends due to Covid restrictions.

Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for St Richard's Hospice may be left on the Collection Plate at Church or sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU

Jones, Peggy: Passed away peacefully at Northwick Grange Care Home on February 12, 2021, aged 94 years.

Wife of the late Tom, mum to Lynne, nan to Emma and Jim. She will be sadly missed by her Family and Friends.

A private service will take place on Friday, March 5, at Worcester Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for Dementia UK, may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

The Family wish to give grateful thanks for the excellent care that Peggy received from the Staff at Northwick Grange and the District Nursing Team.

Gardiner, Betty: Passed away peacefully at home on February, 11, 2021, aged 93 years.

Beloved wife of the late Ralph. Loving mum to Gill. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.

A private service will be held on Monday 8th March. Donations, if desired for Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven or Mission Aviation Fellowship may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.