Death notices shared this week in the EADT and Ipswich Star

In the past week, 34 death notices have been published in the East Anglian Daily Times and the Ipswich Star, including tributes to a who man worked for BT at Adastral Park for more than 30 years and a great-grandmother of 18.

Some people choose to post a brief notice of their loved one's death, with the details of the funeral. Others choose to have a full tribute written free of charge. If you would like a tribute written to your loved one, contact our obituary writer by emailing: abygail.fossett@newsquest.co.uk

Here are the death notices published this week:

Audrey Joan Brewster

Audrey Joan Brewster (née Selsby) of Combs Ford, passed away peacefully at St Elizabeth Hospice, after a long illness borne with much courage, on August 10, 2024. A beloved wife of Gerard, devoted mother and mother-in-law to Robert and Julie, Jacqueline and David, Thomas and Lucy and a loving Granny to Josh, Jez, Florence, Ambrose and Elsie. She was an inspiration to so many and will be sadly missed.

Read Audrey Joan Brewster's funeral notice in full

Ella Fulcher

Ella Fulcher passed peacefully at home, surrounded by her family and loved ones on Tuesday August 20, 2024.

Read Ella Fulcher's funeral notice in full

Stephen Wilfred Scorer

Stephen Wilfred Scorer, formerly of Horham, sadly passed away on August 8, 2024, aged 71 years at The Depperhaugh Nursing Home, after a long illness. A dearly loved dad, brother, uncle and cousin. 

Read Stephen Wilfred Scorer's funeral notice in full

Caroline Middleton 

Caroline Middleton, known as Anne, passed away peacefully on Tuesday 13 August, 2024, aged 80 years. Beloved Wife, loved Mother and Grandmother.

Read Caroline Middleton's funeral notice in full

Pamela Deller 

Pamela Deller died peacefully on August 12, 2024, aged 91 years old, following a lengthy battle with dementia. She was predeceased by her loving husband Derek Deller. A beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother who will all miss her dearly

Read Pamela Deller's funeral notice in full

Joan Shepherd

Joan Shepherd passed away on August 21, 2024, after a long and fulfilling life. Her family wrote: "Joan leaves behind an abundance of beautiful memories and stories that will continue to warm our hearts for years to come."

Read Joan Shepherd's funeral notice in full

Philip Scarff

Philip Scarff's family remembered him on the 14th anniversary of his death, August 27.

Read Philip Scarf's funeral notice in full

Paul Robert Read

Paul Robert Read's family remembered him on the 30th anniversary of his death. Paul died on August 27, 1994, as the result of a car accident, aged 15. 

Read Paul Robert Read's death notice in full

Mary Friend

Mary Friend's family thanked everyone who attended a service of thanksgiving in her memory, and those at Woodfield Court for their loving care, and those at Meredith Greengrass Funeral Services for all their support and help.

Read Mary Friend's funeral notice in full

Frederick Thomas Cleeton

Frederick Thomas Cleeton, known as Fred, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, aged 94 years. Husband of the late Margaret, dad of John and David, father-in-law of Sandra and Jean, Grandad of Tamara, Sian and Luke.

Read Frederick Thomas Cleeton's funeral notice in full

Peggy Peck

Peggy Peck's family remembered her on the 18th anniversary of her death, on August 25. They wrote: "Eighteen years have passed since you left us, But every day you are still loved and thought of, And where ever I am, you are always with me."

Read Peggy Peck's death notice in full

Morton William Hudgell

Morton William Hudgell passed away peacefully on August 15, aged 84. Much loved husband, dad and grandad. 

Read Morton William Hudgell's funeral notice in full

Geoffrey Reginald Rattle

Geoffrey Reginald Rattle passed away on August 7, 2024, aged 87 years. Husband of the late Eileen, dad of Mark and Lynn, grandfather of Gareth, Jason, Lewis, Thomas and Owen. 

Read Geoffrey Reginald Rattle's funeral notice in full 

Denis Ayers

Denis Ayers passed away peacefully in Ipswich Hospital on August 11, 2024, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Molly and a dear dad of Stuart. Loved by all of his family and friends. 

Read Denis Ayers' funeral notice in full

Dr Bruce Alistair Boxall

Dr Bruce Alistair Boxall passed away peacefully, with one of his sons at his side, on Friday August 9, aged 74. Bruce was the beloved husband of Helen, a special father to Sarah, Alex and Nick, and a very proud grandfather to Jamie, Sophie, Amira and Henry. Bruce had many local connections, having worked for BT at Adastral Park for more than 30 years. 

Read Dr Bruce Alistair Boxall's funeral notice in full

June Doreen Smith

June Doreen Smith passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, aged 92 years. Devoted wife to Clifford for 71 years. Dearly loved mother to Rosie, Pam and Sarah. Proud grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. June will be sorely missed by all who knew her. 

Read June Doreen Smith's funeral notice in full

Robert Elsden

Robert Elsden's family remembered him on the 22nd anniversary of his death. They wrote: "A memory of one so dear, each day of our lives we wish you were here."

Read Robert Elsden's death notice in full

Bill Greer

Bill Greer passed away on July 27 in Shrewsbury, aged 96. He was a former headteacher at Leiston Middle School and landlord of the White Horse, Westleton. His family wrote that he was:  "A warm and principled man, who made us smile."

Read Bill Greer's funeral notice in full

Ruth Ann Fox

Ruth Ann Fox, née Plummer, died suddenly at Ipswich Hospital on August 13, 2024, aged 76 years. Beloved Wife of Dave, wonderful Mum and cherished Nana and Great Grandmother.

Read Ruth Ann Fox's funeral notice in full

Simon Long

Simon Long passed away on August 13, 2024, aged 62 years. Much loved husband, brother, dad, step-dad and grandad and a friend to many.

Read Simon Long's funeral notice in full

Charles Humphrey Oliver

Charles Humphrey Oliver, known as Charlie, of Moats Tye, Combs, passed away peacefully in St Elizabeth Hospice, Ipswich on Tuesday August 13, 2024, aged 80 years. Charlie cherished being at his Moats Tye Livery Yard and was passionate about fundraising for Stowmarket Lions. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. 

Read Charles Humphrey Oliver's funeral notice in full

Marie Joy Southgate

Marie Joy Southgate passed away at home in Stowupland on Tuesday August 20, 2024, aged 81 years old. She will be missed by her children - Stephen, Julie and Paul, Mum-in-law to Billy and Caroline, grandchildren - Carl, Nathan, Jade, Aaron, Shannon and Jake and great-grandchildren.

Read Marie Joy Southgate's funeral notice in full 

Hazel Mary King

Hazel Mary King passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024. Beloved wife of Richard (Dick), dear Mum and mother-in-law of Ed and Sandra, Ros and Paul, Gill and Michael, grandma to 10 and great-grandma to 18.

Read Hazel Mary King's funeral notice in full

Alan Fearby

Alan Fearby passed away after a short illness, aged 88 years. Loving husband to the late Elizabeth, much loved dad to Clare and father-in-law to Martin, brother-in-law to Kathleen and uncle to Christine and Malcolm. Loyal and caring friend to so many, especially Tina, who was like a second daughter and her family.

Read Alan Fearby's funeral notice in full

Gillian Margaret Harris

Gillian Margaret Harris passed away on August 15, aged 75 years old. Beloved wife of Malcolm. Sadly missed by all who knew her. 

Read Gillian Margaret Harris' funeral notice in full

Michael Edward William Ward

Michael Edward William Ward passed away suddenly in West Suffolk Hospital on Sunday August 18, 2024, aged 84 years. Loving Husband to Janet for 63 years. Amazing Dad to Paul, Adrian and Teresa, Father-in-law to Karen and Dani and Grandad to Danielle, Joshua, Joe and Ben.

Read Michael Edward William Ward's funeral notice in full

Michael Burnett Cambridge

Michael Burnett Cambridge died peacefully on July 30. Much loved husband of Felicity, devoted father of Sarah, Helen and Victoria, adored grandfather of Lewis, Elle and Tobey and dear brother of Elizabeth Ann.

Read Michael Burnett Cambridge's funeral notice in full 

Marguerite Rose Bailey

Marguerite Rose Bailey passed away on August 12, 2024, aged 89 years, after a courageous battle with dementia. Adored mum of Wayne, Natalie and Alison, mother-in-law to Simon and Kate and cherished nanny to Jacob, Lily, Sam, Mia, Jack, Harvey and George. A dear sister to many, she gave so much love, comfort and happiness to so many more. She will be hugely missed. 

Read Marguerite Rose Bailey's funeral notice in full

Pat Denny

Pat Denny's family remembered them, 12 years after their death. 

Read Pat Denny's death notice in full

Glenys Lucas

Glenys Lucas died peacefully at home on August 14, 2024, aged 87 years. A loving wife to the late Peter, cherished mum to Lorraine and Geoff, mother-in-law to David and Emma, a devoted grandma to Daniel and Christopher and great grandma to Sophie. A truly wonderful lady who will be greatly missed. 

Read Glenys Lucas' funeral notice in full 

Glennyss Alexandra Gowers

Glennyss Alexandra Gowers (née Pinner) died aged 95, on August 24, 2024, at the Hempton Field Care Home in Chinnor. Formerly of Ipswich. Loving wife of the late Jack, sister to Brian and mother to John and Debbie.

Read Glennyss Alexandra Gower' funeral notice in full

Michael Thorpe

Michael Thorpe, known as Mick, died on August 10, aged 76. He was formerly of Woodbridge, lately of Heacham. His family wrote: "Always the life and soul of any party." Now at peace and in the company of his Lord and Saviour, Amen."

Read Michael Thorpe's funeral notice in full

James Holt

James Holt's family remembered him on his birthday, August 31. James died on December 26, 2016.

Read James Holt's funeral notice in full

Audrey Jean Markwell 

Audrey Jean Markwell passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 20, aged 91. A devoted Wife to the late Stan, loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Audrey will be missed by all that knew her. 

Read Audrey Jean Markwell's funeral notice in full