Here are the death announcements carried in the Reading Chronicle last week.

Mary Winifred Baxter

BAXTER (NEE CLARIDGE) Mary Winifred Passed away peacefully at Glebelands Care Home, Wokingham on Thursday July 1st, 2021, aged 86. Loving wife to her late husband, Peter, wonderful mother to John and Ann, devoted Grandma to Chris, Helen, Nick and Ruth and much-loved sister of Jen. She will be greatly missed for her courage, determination, sense of humour, sharp mind and engagement with all. Enquiries to A B Walker & Son Ltd.

Francis ‘frank’ Mcguinness

McGUINNESS Francis 'Frank' 81, of Tilehurst Reading, passed away peacefully on July 5th after a short illness. Known for his wit, charm, and occasional scandalous behaviour, Frank enjoyed nothing more than a few pints and a good craic amongst his friends and family. He will be sadly missed. The memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 22, at 12pm at the West Berkshire Crematorium, Bath Rd, Thatcham RG19 4LD followed by a celebration of his life at his local watering hole The Plough, 78 School Rd, Tilehurst, Reading RG31 5AW. All are welcome.

Trevor Whittle

WHITTLE Trevor On Thursday 16th June, Trevor passed away aged 74 years. A loving brother of David. A much loved uncle to Richard, Louise and Edward. Trevor will be sadly missed.

John Robin "robin" Davies

DAVIES John Robin "Robin" Passed away after a long illness on 24th June in hospital, aged 57. Beloved partner of Jeanette, treasured father of Danielle and Jaimee, and much loved brother of Judith. He will also be greatly missed by his wider family. Robin was a friend to many and will be very much missed by all who were lucky enough to know him. A private funeral service took place at St John the Evangelist Church, Mortimer on Wednesday 14th July at 2pm, followed by committal at Reading Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations for Cancer Research UK in Robin's memory may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B. Walker. Tel: 0118 957 3650.

Janet Irene Tudgay

TUDGAY Janet Irene Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on 1st July at Royal Berkshire Hospital, aged 79. Beloved wife of Fred, and a treasured mum and nan. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 22nd July at 10am at West Berkshire Crematorium. Please let the family or funeral director know if you plan to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in Janet's memory for Alzheimer's Research UK may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B. Walker. Tel: 0118 957 3650

Peter William Lockett

LOCKETT Peter William Passed away peacefully on 5th July 2021 at Basingstoke and North Hampshire hospital, aged 82. Much loved husband of Carole, dad of Lynne, Lee and Laura, and grandad of Katie and Harvey. He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. A private funeral service is to be held on Friday 30th July, with attendance by invitation only please due to restrictions. Family flowers only please. Donations in Peter's memory for British Heart Foundation may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B. Walker. Tel: 0118 957 3650.

Betty Rebecca Woodsell

WOODSELL Betty Rebecca Sadly passed away after a short illness. Loving mother of Linda, Elaine and Karen. Beloved grandmother of Petrina, Samantha, Sarah, Richard and Eleanor. Forever in our hearts.

Reg Fisher

FISHER Reg passed away on 18th June after a short illness aged 91. Much loved husband, father and grandfather, Reg will be sadly missed by his wife, family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Reading Crematorium on Thursday 15th July at 11.30am, with attendance by invitation only please. Family flowers only please. Donations in Reg's memory for Royal Berks Charity may be made via www.abwalker.co.uk All enquiries to A.B. Walker. Tel: 01189 573 650

Clive Clayton

CLAYTON Clive After a long illness passed away on 2nd of July 2021 Funeral to be held at Reading crematorium south chapel Thursday 24th of July at 1.45pm

Catherine Gregory

GREGORY Catherine 'Peggy' Passed away peacefully on 29th June 2021 aged 72 years. Much loved mother of Kieran, Kenneth and Loretta, loving nan of Emily, much loved partner of Michael. Peggy will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Private funeral service to be held. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Peggy for Cancer Research UK can be made via www.abwalker.co.uk. Enquiries to A.B. Walker, 40 The Broadway, Thatcham. RG19 3HP Tel: 01635 873672

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