Exeter

BUSH Nigel Lester

Died October 19th 2014, aged 58 years.

'Sadly missed'

Funeral service at The Exeter and Devon Crematorium, St Peter's Chapel on Friday October 31st at 2.45pm.

No flowers by request, donations if desired for Macmillan Cancer Support, by retiring collection or may be sent to: LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HH

Asian elephant spotted at nature reserve…

On a sunny morning in early autumn, a group of Sri Lankan and Indian families were invited by Hikmat Devon to the Axe Estuary Wetlands.

Led by Tim Dafforn (Team Leader – People) and Meg Knowles (Education Ranger) from the East Devon District Council Countryside team, the tour started with a treasure trail, where each person collected items from nature – leaves, berries, flowers, even a bird feather.

From this exercise, the group discovered the rich colours and textures of autumn. Next stop was the bird hide, where everyone viewed different species of birds in the marshes...

ACFORD Rhoda Ruth (Ruthie)

Peacefully passed into the presence of her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on 30th October 2014.

A Service of Thanksgiving for her life will be held at Exmouth Chapel, Exeter Road, Exmouth EX8 1PN, on Friday 14th November at 3pm.

Family flowers only please but all donations will be given to the Devon United Missionary Offering by retiring collection or c/o M. Sillifant & Sons Funeral Directors, 19-20 Holloway Street, Exeter EX2 4JD

Children's Haunted Garden - Friday 31 October 2014

Event Date: 
31/10/2014 - 6:15pm to 8:00pm
Venue: 
23 High Meadows, St Thomas, Exeter EX4 1RL (bus route P)

Come along and visit the Children's Haunted Garden at 23 High Meadows, St Thomas, Exeter EX4 1RL (bus route P, on street parking available).

Are you brave enough to enter?

A fun-filled spooky evening for the children with lots of fun and games.

Tickets cost just £3 each and that includes fantastic spooky food!

All proceeds go towards RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter.

Tickets are available from RSPCA Shops in Cowick Street, South Street and Paris Street.

http://www.facebook.com/events/655020657928907/

Canine Candidate, Wilberforce, Is Runner Up Westminster Dog Of The Year

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 10/26/2014 - 10:59am

Wilberforce, a seven year old Labrador Retriever, belonging to Neil Parish, MP for Tiverton and Honiton, just missed out on a place on the podium in the 22nd annual Westminster Dog of the Year competition.

The competition, organised by the Kennel Club and Dogs Trust, took place on Thursday (23rd October), in Victoria Tower Gardens, Westminster. Wilberforce showed dogged determination as he battled it out amongst 21 paw-litical opponents. The MPs entering the competition campaigned hard, canvassing for votes from the public before meeting the expert judges to boast about their dog’s...

SHORT Nick

Passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday 14th October 2014 at Kings College Hospital, London, Nicholas James, aged 56 years.

Beloved son of Colin and the late Ruth, much loved stepson of Christine, cherished brother of Jo, dear uncle of Stephanie and Ashley.

Will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

A day and time for the service has yet to be confirmed but by request it will be family flowers only.

Donations if desired for PDSA or Kings College Hospital, London by retiring collection or sent to the Funeral Directors. All enquiries to LeRoy Funerals...

ROWE William Henry John (Bill) OBE

Passed peacefully away aged 91 years at The Exeter Hospice on 19th October 2014.

Dearest husband of the late Doris, much loved father of Nick and Chris and a beloved grandfather and great-grandfather.

He will be deeply missed by all of his family.

Funeral service at St. Luke's Parish Church, Countess Wear on Thursday 30th October at 1pm followed by a private cremation.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK and The Stroke Association by retiring collection or may be sent to LeRoy Funerals 298 Topsham Road, Exeter. EX2 6HG

MURRIN Roslyn Winifred

Passed away on 13th October 2014 at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital after a short illness bravely borne.

Dear sister of Keith and sister-in-law Pat, loving aunt to Neil and John, great-aunt to Rachael, Lloyd and Iona, also a long standing loyal and very dear friend of Celia.

Funeral service at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium on Monday 27th October at 2pm (St Peter's Chapel).

Family flowers only Please. Donations if desired for St Thomas Health Centre and Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or may be sent to LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2...

HOLWILL Rodney John (Ollie)

Passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Cancer on 17th October 2014, Rodney aged 65 years.

Beloved son of the late Barbara and Basil, brother of Geoff, much loved dad of Mark, Caroline, Sharon, Angela, Stephanie, Claire and Jason.

Will be sorely missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral service on Thursday 30th October at Heavitree Parish Church at 9.15am followed by a private burial.

Family flowers only, donations for Hospiscare by retiring collection or may be sent to: LeRoy Funerals 10 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HH

HARRIS Jean Margaret

Passed away on 17th October 2014 at Whipton Community Hospital, Jean aged 82 years.

Beloved wife of the late Cecil, loving mum to Adrian, Paul, Graham and Jamie, much loved nan to all her grandchildren and great-grandchild.

She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service at The Exeter and Devon crematorium on Friday 31st October at 2.00pm, St. Peter’s Chapel.

Family flowers only please, donations lf desired for Dementia UK may be sent to LeRoy Funerals 298 Topsham Road, Exeter. EX2 6HG

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