IN MEMORIAM: Death notices in the Reading Chronicle last week

Kathleen Kennedy

Kathleen Kennedy died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family aged 94. Much loved Mother to Simon, Catherine and Josephine, Grandmother to Lucinda and Felicity and Great Grandmother to Arlo and Albie. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We will have a small service at St. Mary's due to current restrictions and plan for a memorial service in September. Donations in memory of Kathleen to 'Save The Children' can be made using the following link - kathleenkennedy.muchloved.com.

Ronald Jinks

Ronald Jinks passed away peacefully at the Royal Berkshire Hospital on Sunday 29th December 2020, aged 93 years. Much loved husband, father to his 5 children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. He put his arms around you and whispered come to me. We will always remember you in your little garden, which was your pride and joy and the little birds that brought you so much pleasure. Your devotion will stay in our hearts forever. Funeral service to be held at Reading Crematorium, South Chapel on Monday 25th January at 1.00pm. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Ronald to Woodland Trust may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquires to A B Walker, Blyth House, 158 Reading Road, Henley on Thames, RG9 1EA Telephone 01491 413434.

Edna Blake

Edna Blake passed away peacefully at Brook Lane Rest Home in Southampton on 4th January 2021, aged 92 years. Edna was born in Wantage and lived most of her life in Tilehurst, Reading. She was a much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be missed by all her family and friends. There will be a private funeral service to remember Edna. All enquiries AB Walker 0118 957 3650.

Shirley Ann Small

Shirley Ann Small passed away peacefully at the Duchess of Kent Hospice on the 6th of January 2021 aged 77 years. Dearly loved sister of Evelyn and Rosemary and missed greatly by David. Loving Mother of Deborah and Danny and a devoted grandmother who will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Private family funeral. Donations if desired, to the Duchess of Kent Hospice may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk. All enquiries to AB Walker, Tilehurst, 0118 304 0068.

Ernie Wood

Ernest Frederick Wood (Ernie) sadly passed away after a short illness on 19th December 2020, aged 94 years. The beloved husband of the late Patricia, dearly loved father of Rob, Sue & Roy and a devoted and loving Grandad to his 6 grandchildren. Ernie will be deeply missed by all his family and many friends. A Private Funeral Service to celebrate Ernie's life will be held on Thursday 14th January at 1pm. In these strange times Ernie's family would prefer that mourners view the Service using the internet webcast, details of which can be obtained by contacting the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ernie's memory to the Royal National Lifeboat Institute either directly or via the Funeral Directors: Michael Miller & Partners, 27a High Street, Petersfield, GU32 3JR. The family would like to thank everyone for their kind words and ask all who knew Ernie to reflect on their many happy memories of him.

Valerie Woods (nee Bowley)

Valerie Woods (nee Bowley) sadly passed away 21 December 2020 at Royal Berkshire Hospital, aged 77 years. I remember the day I met you, the day we married 54 years ago. I will remember the day I lost you to the end of time. Through heartache, tears and lots of memories. Loving husband Brian, grandchildren Jacob, Rosanna, Isabella and sister Celia in Melbourne, Australia. A memorial service to be held in 2021. The funeral service will be held at Reading Crematorium on Friday 22nd January at 1:45 pm and due to current restrictions is by invitation only. The service may be viewed by web streaming, please contact Walker's for details or see www.abwalker.co.uk Family flowers only. Donations can be made if you wish, for St John's Church, Woodley via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker, Woodley on 0118 969 8888.

Mary Isley

Mary Isley (formerly of Chagford Road) peacefully passed away on 1st January 2021 after battling Parkinsons disease for many years. A much loved Mum, Nan, Great Nannie and Sister. Reunited with her beloved Husband Tony. Donations in Mary's memory for Guide Dogs for the Blind, may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A B Walker, Tilehurst 0118 304 0068.

Ian Thomas Macdonald

Ian Thomas Macdonald sadly passed away at the Royal Berkshire Hospital on January 2nd, aged 73. Beloved husband to Berna, devoted father to Siobhan, Andrew and John, and loving grandfather to Alasdair, Aidan, Callum and Emily. He will be greatly missed by his whole family and his many friends. A requiem mass will be held on Monday January 18th at 9:30am at Our Lady and St. Anne's Church, Caversham. To view a live webcast of the service or to leave a donation in Ian's memory to MacMillan Cancer Support please visit www.abwalker.co.uk. All enquiries to AB Walker (0118) 9477007.

Katharina (Kathy) Grigoleit

Katharina (Kathy) Grigoleit passed away peacefully on 28th December 2020. Much loved mother to Jutta, Carmen, Peter & Reiner and grandmother to Andrea, Nicole, Tom, Joe, Josh, Emily and Austen. She will be greatly missed by her friends and family. Due to the current restrictions there will be a small private funeral. Donations to be made in Kathy's memory to the Alzheimer's Society. Funeral details can be obtained from Thatcham Funeralcare on 01635 868444.

Bill Downes

Bill Downes - The family of Bill Downes announces with great sorrow Bill's death at home in North Berwick on 26th December 2020. As a much loved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Bill will be sorely missed. Bill's long service in the printing industry at Cox & Wyman in Reading and his lifelong love of cycling will be remembered by many of his past colleagues and friends. Private funeral due to current circumstances.

Helen Hulse (nee Newton)

Helen Hulse (nee Newton) sadly passed away on 28th December 2020 at Royal Berkshire Hospital, aged 79. Much loved mum of Paul and Heidi, cherished Nan of Cyrus, Beau and George. Loving sister to Colin. Now reunited with her beloved husband Raymond. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A private funeral service will be held on Wednesday 20th January at St. Peter's Church, Caversham followed by committal at Reading Crematorium. The family would like to thank all the staff at the Loddon Ward at the RBH, and also family and friends. Flowers welcome, sent to Eldon House, 36 Eldon Road, Reading, RG1 4DL. Donations for Thames Valley Air Ambulance in Helen's memory may be made via www.justgiving.com/fundraising/helen-hulse All enquiries to A. B. Walker. Tel 01189573650.

Robert (Bob) Martin

Robert (Bob) Martin passed away on 25th December 2020, aged 77. Much loved father to Richard and Simon and brother to Zena and Kathleen. He will be sadly missed. Private Family Service on January 21st, at 9.15am at Henley Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired, for Duchess of Kent House.

Ronald 'Shack' Shackleford

Ronald 'Shack' Shackleford peacefully passed away after a short illness on 24th December 2020 aged 83 years. Devoted husband of Pat, dad to Kevin, Tracey, Julie and the late Mark, grandad and great grandad. Ron was a loved coach driver for 47 years and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A private funeral will be held at Reading Crematorium on Wednesday 20th January 2021. Flowers are welcome, or donations if desired to the Royal Berkshire Hospital - I.C.U in memory of Ron may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B Walker - 0118 9573650.

Stephen Dennis Gosden

Stephen Dennis Gosden passed away peacefully in the Royal Berkshire Hospital on the 20th December, aged 60. He leaves behind his wife Trish, mum Val, sister Sarah and her husband Steven. He was an Uncle to Alex, Jonny and Sophie and brother in law to Veronica and David. Much loved and sadly missed by his family and friends and all who knew him. A private funeral will be held at Reading Crematorium on the 12th January at 2:30, however it can be viewed online, log in details accessible from www.abwalker.co.uk Only family flowers please, however if desired donations can be made direct to the M.S Society in Stephens memory or via www.memorygiving.com/stephengosden All enquiries to A.B. Walker. Tel: 0118 957 3650.

Hazel Dorothy Rapley (Nee Currie)

Hazel Dorothy Rapley (nee Currie) - Born 29th April 1931. Died 21st December 2020. Dedicated her life to teaching at Westwood Girls' School and Highdown School. A loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Private funeral service will be held on 15th January. All enquiries to A.B. Walker Tel. 0118 947 7007.

Brian Arthur Bassil

Brian Arthur Bassil peacefully passed away on the 19th December at the Royal Berks Hospital, aged 92. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Private service to be held due to restrictions. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Brian to Alzheimer's Research UK may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquires to A B Walker, 40 The Broadway, Thatcham RG19 3HP. Tel: 01635 873672.

Angela Sealey

Angela Sealey died peacefully after a short illness in RBH on 23rd December aged 88. Much loved wife of the former Peter Sealey, mother to Clare and Nick, granny to Helen and Caroline.

Ute Ingrid Hildegard Lord

Lord Ute Ingrid Hildegard passed away peacefully at home on 25th December 2020, aged 87. She was a much loved mother to Melanie, Mark, Carleton, Dominic and Adam. She will be missed by all her family and friends. There will be a private funeral service on Monday 11th January 2021 at 1pm. To view a live webcast of the service or to make a donation in memory of Ute please visit www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries AB Walker 0118 957 3650.

Thomas Byron

Thomas Byron passed away peacefully at his home on 18th December 2020, aged 60. He was a devoted partner to Julie, a loving father to Claire, Jane and Terry and a brilliant grandad to Matthew, Karla, Calum, Reece, Ashleigh, Cian, Lucas and Kai. He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. There will be a private funeral service to celebrate his life. All enquiries AB Walker 0118 957 3650.

Joy Kidby

Joy Kidby passed away peacefully on 28th December. Joy will now be reunited with her devoted Husband Terry. Joy will be sadly missed by her loving Daughters Allison and Rachel, Grandchildren Jamie, Alyx, and Damien, and all Family, and Friends. This is a private Funeral service. All enquiries to A B Walker 0118 9573650.

Ingrid Elizabeth Gonzales (Nee Rolf)​

Ingrid Elizabeth Gonzales (nee Rolf) passed away peacefully on Christmas morning 2020. Beloved sister to John, Celia and Jackie, mother to Nigel John and the late Miguel. Graveside commemoration to be held at Reading Cemetery, All Hallows Road, on Friday January 15th at 2.15p.m. Donations if desired to Dementia UK or Living with Schizophrenia. Enquiries to Miles & Daughters, Caversham Road.

"Steady Eddie" Mclaren

"Steady Eddie" Mclaren, former Reading footballer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, peacefully passed away on 23 December 2020, aged 91 years. Eddie will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We would like to thank the staff at Blue Angel Care, Berkshire, Greenfield House Resource Centre, Reading and Willows Edge care home, Newbury for their exceptional care of Eddie, to whom donations can be made via www.abwalker.co.uk. Family flowers only thank you. All enquiries to A B Walker, 40 The Broadway, Thatcham RG19 3HP. Tel: 01635 873672

Denise Harmsworth

Denise Harmsworth sadly passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on 17th December 2020 aged 64. The strongest, bravest woman and the best mum ever. She will be very deeply missed. Funeral service at St John's Church Woodley, Monday 11th January at 11am followed by a private burial at Mays Lane cemetery. Flowers welcome, all enquiries to Richard Lloyd Funeral Services.