People have been paying tribute to their loved ones from all over Suffolk, including a clergyman and a former mayoress of Bury St Edmunds.

In the past week, 43 death notices have been published in the East Anglian Daily Times and the Ipswich Star.

Some people choose to have a full obituary written to their loved one by the EADT's obituary writer. If you would like to have a tribute to your loved one in the newspaper, contact: abygail.fossett@newsquest.co.uk 

Ann Stribling

Ann Stribling (née Cobbold) of Stowmarket, passed away peacefully at home on 12th July, 2024, aged 83 years. A much loved wife, mum and grandma. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. 

Read Ann Stribling's funeral notice in full

Jean Filby

Jean Filby (née Ashford) passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, at the West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds, at the age of 83. Devoted wife to the late Peter for almost 53 years. Dearest Mum to Linda and the late Andrew. Mother-in-law to Mark. Dear nan to Nathan, Ryan, Jay and Donna and great-grandma to Izzy, Mia, Lilly and Poppy. Jean will be deeply missed by all her loving family and friends.

Read Jean Filby's funeral notice in full

Lesley Judith Huggins

Lesley Judith Huggins died peacefully on June 10. Much loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and loving wife to Russell.

Read Lesley Judith Huggins' funeral notice in full

Brian Sidney Snowling

Brian Sidney Snowling passed away peacefully on July 5th, 2024, aged 92 years. Loving husband to the late Unis, wonderful brother and uncle. Sadly missed by all family and friends. 

Read Brian Sidney Snowling's funeral notice in full

James Deeks

James Deeks died on June 16, aged 38. His family wrote: "Sadly left us, loved by all his family. Much missed."

Read James Deeks' funeral notice in full

Brenda Alice Syring

Brenda Alice Syring passed away peacefully in Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home on Friday July 5th, aged 86. Loving partner to Alan, loving mum, proud Oma and great nana. Brenda will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. 

Read Brenda Alice Syring's funeral notice in full

Christopher Robin Clarke

Christopher Robin Clarke passed away suddenly on 10th June 2024, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Liz, father of James and Rachel, grandfather of Maximilian, Oscar and Bethany.

Read Christopher Robin Clarke's funeral notice in full

Gillian Elizabeth Gilson

Gillian Elizabeth Gilson's family remembered her on the 10th anniversary of her death. They wrote: "Love and miss you every day."

Read Gillian Elizabeth Gilson's funeral notice in full

Daphne Chatterley 

Daphne Chatterley's family wrote: "May the winds of Heaven blow softly, And whisper in your ear, How much we love and miss you Mum, And wish that you were here. Loving and missing you always, but especially today on your 100th birthday."

Read Daphne Chatterley's funeral notice in full

Reverend Hugh Robert Mothersole

Reverend Hugh Robert Mothersole died in Colchester General Hospital in the early hours of Saturday 20th July. Dear partner of Daphne and loved by all her family. Hugh showed enormous strength and resilience, with the support and great care of Lionel and Percy and others, after a severe stroke four years ago. 

Read Reverend Hugh Robert Mothersole's funeral notice in full

Pamela Joan Catton

Pamela Joan Catton passed peacefully away on 5th July, 2024. Aged 83. A much loved wife to the late George, mum, grandmother and great-grandmother. 

Read Pamela Joan Catton's funeral notice in full

Ethel Ayers

Ethel Ayers passed away peacefully after a short illness at Mills Meadow Care Home, Framlingham on 17th July 2024 aged 93 years. Wife of the late Sidney, mother of William and his fiancée Sonia and grandma of Ena and Joshua. 

Read Ethel Ayers funeral notice in full

Selina Sadler

Selina Sadler died on June 27, aged 61. A much loved daughter to Beryl and mother, grandmother, sister and auntie. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends and all who knew her.

Read Selina Sadler's funeral notice in full

Jennifer Margaret Archer

Jennifer Margaret Archer passed away peacefully on July 6th, 2024, aged 79 years. Loving Wife to Bryan, devoted Mother to Judith, Alison and Caitlyn, Grandmother to Emily, Katie, Sophie, Emma, Toby, Harry and Hannah. Jennifer will be greatly missed by all who knew her. 

Read Jennifer Margaret Archer's funeral notice in full

Monica Ames 

Monica Ames, a former mayoress of Bury St Edmunds, died peacefully on July 16. Beloved wife to the late Michael. Loving mother to Anthea, Paul and Jonathan, grandma and great-grandma.

Read Monica Ames' funeral notice in full

Monica Jean Maskell

Monica Jean Maskell was a loving sister, sister-in-law, aunt and great aunt. She passed away on July 19, aged 93.

Read Monica Jean Maskell's funeral notice in full

Mollie Seaman

Mollie Seaman died at the age of 84. She was a much beloved mother to Mark, Trudie and the late Denise. She was also a loving grandmother and great-grandmother.

Read Mollie Seaman's funeral notice in full

Derek John Prior

Derek John Prior passed away peacefully, at West Suffolk Hospital, on Sunday, July 7, aged 92 years. Dearest husband to the late Jean. Much loved dad to Jenny, Rosie and Julie and father-in-law to Geoff, Roger and John. Loving grandad to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Read Derek John Prior's funeral notice in full

Tanya Marie Smith

Tanya Marie Smith passed away suddenly on July 18. Greatly loved by her family, Tanya will be missed by her mum Christine, dad Stephen, sister Katrina, brother Keiron and son Tai, and by her friends. 

Read Tanya Marie Smith's funeral notice in full

Roger Beal

Roger Beal sadly passed away on July 3 in Ipswich Hospital. He was a loving father and grandfather.

Read Roger Beal's funeral notice in full

Vera Wakefield

Vera Wakefield passed away on July 14th, aged 95. Much loved wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma. Vera will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Read Vera Wakefield's funeral notice in full

Ruth Mary Hackett

Ruth Mary Hackett passed away on July 3rd, 2024, in Ipswich Hospital, aged 83 years. Much loved wife of the late David, mum to Mandy and Lorna, nanna to Jolene, Neil, Sam, Chloe, Jamie and Ben and a great grandmother to Mason, Lewis, Louie and Ellie.

Read Ruth Mary Hackett's funeral notice in full

Peter Jones

Peter Jones, of Warwick Avenue, Woodbridge, died aged 88 on July 17 after a brief illness.

Read Peter Jones' funeral notice in full

Tom Glover 

Tom Glover lost his hard-fought battle on May 22, in Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford. Much loved husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend to many. He will be greatly missed by everyone.

Read Tom Glover's funeral notice in full

Heather Garwood/Crowley

Heather Garwood/Crowley's family remembered her on the sixth anniversary of her death. They wrote: "Too well loved to ever be forgotten, when you gave us so much to remember. Forever in our hearts."

Read Heather Garwood/Crowley's funeral notice in full

Eileen Brown

Eileen Brown (née Hood) passed away peacefully on July 9, aged 89. Beloved wife of the late Cliff. Much loved mum of Danny, Russell and the late Nicky. She will be sadly missed by all her family and her many friends. 

Read Eileen Brown's funeral notice in full

Margaret Barker

Margaret Barker passed away on July 15, aged 94 years. Much loved wife of Gordon and mum of Alistair, Debbie and Elaine.

Read Margaret Barker's funeral notice in full

Kathleen Watts

Kathleen Watts passed away peacefully at home on July 15, aged 97 years. Cherished wife of the late Reg, much loved mum of Elizabeth, Michael and the late Andrew and adored grandma and great-grandma.

Read Kathleen Watts' funeral notice in full

Elsie Rowe

Elsie Rowe's family remembered her on the 32nd anniversary of her passing. 

Read Elsie Rowe's funeral notice in full

Judith Maureen Holman

Judith Maureen Holman, who was known as JuJu and Jude, passed away on July 14 after battling a long illness, aged 78. Beloved Wife of Barry, Mum of Samantha and Melanie, mother-in-law to David, Nana to Megan, Carys and Phoebe. 

Read Judith Maureen Holman's funeral notice in full

Roy Clarence Pace

Roy Clarence Pace passed away peacefully in Ipswich Hospital on July 11, aged 91. Much loved husband to the late Pam, dad and grandpa.

Read Roy Clarence Pace's funeral notice in full

Eric Richard Allen Davies

Eric Richard Allen Davies passed away peacefully in Ipswich Hospital on Wednesday, July 17, aged 75. Dearly loved son, husband, brother, stepfather, uncle and friend. Eric will be very sadly missed.

Read Eric Richard Allen Davies' funeral notice in full

Gerry Adamson

Gerry Adamson passed away peacefully in Ipswich Hospital on  July 17. He was a beloved husband to Jill.

Read Gerry Adamson's funeral notice in full

Steve Todd

Steve 'Toddy' Todd died suddenly on July 5, aged 63. He was a beloved husband of Gilly, dad to Oli and Josh, grandad and brother. He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. 

Read Steve Todd's funeral notice in full

Maureen French

Maureen French peacefully passed away in Mills Meadow Care Home on July 13, aged 78 years. A dear Mum, Nan, Sister and Auntie.

Read Maureen French's funeral notice in full

Shirley James

Shirley James passed away peacefully on Saturday 20th July, 2024, aged 87. A devoted wife to the late Michael. Much loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, auntie and friend. Shirley will be missed by all that knew her.

Read Shirley James' funeral notice in full

Gill Shepherd/Rosher

Gill Shepherd/Rosher peacefully passed away on July 14. Beloved wife to the late Doug. Loving mum and mum-in-law to Annie and Mike and Tony and Jancis, nanny to Willow, Naomi, Heidi and Imogen, great-nanny to Isla and Zachary. 

Read Gill Shepherd/Rosher's funeral notice in full 

Stuart David Bradshaw

Stuart David Bradshaw died tragically in a boating related accident abroad on June 28, aged 44. Husband to Susie and fun-filled Dad to Isabel and Charlie. Son to David and Alison, brother to Tom and Ed. 

Read Stuart David Bradshaw's funeral notice in full

Susan Joyce Lawson

Susan Joyce Lawson passed away on July 10, aged 76. Her family wrote: " Your Hug Meant the World Nobody else held me so tight Or made me feel so right No one's eyes shined so bright with love As my mom, who is now high above. - Tamsen Butler The heart and home of our family; treasured mum to Richard, Mark and Lisa, beloved nannie to Reuben, Fletcher, Orla, Max and Oscar, mother-in-law to Jo, Sarah-Louise and Carl, sister to Pat, teacher and a dear friend to many. Known for her kindness of heart, laughter and the twinkle in her eyes. She was the entirety of our worlds and will forever be in our hearts."

Read Susan Joyce Lawson's funeral notice in full

Alan William Gibson

Alan William Gibson passed away on July 16, aged 80. Alan will be greatly missed by his wife Margaret, daughters Donna and Laura, grandchildren Tayler and Mackenzie, Freddy and all his family and friends.

Read Alan William Gibson's funeral notice in full 

Valerie Crooks

Valerie Crooks sadly passed away at Waterfield House Care Home on July 15, aged 85 years. Loving wife to the late Michael, precious mum, nana and stepmother.

Read Valerie Crooks' funeral notice in full

Susan Jennifer Gooderham

Susan Jennifer Gooderham (née Cooksey) passed away peacefully on July 24 at the St Elizabeth’s Hospice, Ipswich, aged 84. Sue was much loved and will be sadly missed by all her friends and family. 

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Robert Frank Foster

Robert Frank Foster's family published a notice, saying: "The Foster Family would like to thank everyone who attended the Thanksgiving and Celebration of Bob's Life and who sent so many cards, letters and messages. A special thank you to The Reverend Canon Deidre Parmenter and to Ian Moore. A total of £2,346.85 was received from the generous donations given and this has been sent to YANA (You Are Not Alone) and Badingham Church Roof Repairs."

Read Robert Frank Foster's funeral notice in full