Here are some of the death notices from the Evesham Journal this week:

TRACY SPIERS "SPIKE" It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of Tracy Spiers 'Spike' who passed away peacefully at home, after a short illness, on August 25th, 2020 aged 56 years. Much loved Husband of Lesley. Loving Dad to Harry and Emma. Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle. Due to current restrictions a private Cremation will take place but thank you for all the support and kindness being showered on us at this very sad time. We greatly appreciate it. Donations in memory of Spike, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be sent c/o Co-op Funeralcare, Swan Lane, Evesham. WR11 4PD.

PATRICIA EDITH GARRY (nee TULLY) Passed away at Stonebow House Residential Home on August 26th, 2020, aged 96 years. Devoted Wife of the late Eugene Francis, sadly missed by Daughter Denise and Son Richard, much loved by her Grandchildren Anthony and Stephen, her Great Grandchildren Adam, Imogen and Finlay. Due to Covid19 restrictions, a private Funeral Mass will be held at The Holy Redeemer Church, Pershore. Family flowers only, donations for Dementia UK may be sent to E Hill & Son Funeral Directors, Pershore, WR10 1HZ.

EILEEN ANN SMITH Passed away peacefully on August 21st 2020, aged 80 years. A much loved Sister, Aunt, forever remembered by her loving family. Funeral service at St John the Baptist, Fladbury on Monday September 14th at 12noon followed by a burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only, donations if desired for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity may be sent to E Hill & Son Funeral Directors, Pershore, WR10 1HZ.

RAY GEORGE RANDALL of Pershore Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 29th 2020, aged 67 years. Much loved Husband to Pauline, devoted Dad to Becky and Helen and proud Grandad to Louis, Maisie, Tom and Ava. He will be very sadly missed. Family flowers only. Donations for Macmillan Cancer Support may be sent to E Hill and Son Funeral Directors, Pershore, WR10 1HZ.

MAUREEN SHERLOCK Of Whittington, Worcester. Passed away peacefully at Henwick Grange Care Home, on August 26th, 2020, aged 76 years. Beloved Wife of the late Robert 'Bob' Sherlock, much loved Mother of Peter and Karen, treasured Nan of Chloe, Alex, Amy and Daniel. Funeral Service at The Vale Crematorium, Fladbury, on Friday, September 11th, 2020, at 2 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations for The Stroke Association may be placed online at www.merstowgreen.co.uk or sent c/o Merstow Green Funeral Home, Evesham, WR11 4BD. Enquiries Tel. 01386 49903.

DETECTIVE INSPECTOR DENNIS WILLIAM JAMES 'DEN' Of Evesham. Passed away peacefully at the Alexandra Hospital, on August 26th, 2020, aged 79 years. Beloved Husband of Hazel, loving Father to Andrew and Kevin, and Grandfather to Julian, Joshua, Emily and Alex. He will be dearly missed by all his Family and many Friends. Funeral Service at The Vale Crematorium, Fladbury, on Tuesday, September 8th, 2020, at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for St Richard's Hospice or Help for Heroes may be placed online at www.merstowgreen.co.uk or sent to Merstow Green Funeral Home, Evesham, WR11 4BD. Enquiries Tel. 01386 49903.

JULIAN MARK PASK Of Badsey died at St. Richard's Hospice on August 25th, 2020, aged 30 years. Much loved son of Sarah and Tony, brother of William and boyfriend of Laura. Will be lovingly remembered by his family and his many friends. Funeral service at The Vale Crematorium on Monday, September 7th at 2.00 p.m. Donations in remembrance of Julian for Campden Home Nursing, Sarcoma UK and St. Richard's Hospice may be sent to Merstow Green Funeral Home, Evesham WR11 4BD or online at www.merstowgreen.co.uk.

EDWARD ROBERT SIMMS 'ED' Formerly of Great Comberton. Suddenly on August 23rd, 2020, aged 51 years. Beloved Son of Val and Bob, Husband of Cherish and Father to Ellie. Due to Covid19 restrictions, a private Family Funeral will take place at Pershore Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity may be sent to E Hill & Son Funeral Directors, Pershore, WR10 1HZ.

BETTY WOOD Of Badsey. Passed away peacefully at the Alexandra Hospital Redditch, on August 20th, 2020, aged 90 years. Beloved Wife of Bill and a much loved Mum to Ann. The Funeral Service will take place at The Vale Crematorium, on Monday, September 7th, 2020, at 1 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations to The British Heart Foundation may be sent c/o Martin Grinnell Funeral Services, 1 Bewdley Street, Evesham, Worcs. WR11 4AD. Tel: 01386 422233.

A.P.C. MILES 'TONY' Of Moreton-in-Marsh. Passed away suddenly on August 27th, 2020, aged 87 years. Survived by one Brother Peter and a loving Uncle to many. A private Funeral will be held. No flowers, however donations to Guide Dogs may be sent c/o Allen & Son, Matcon House, London Road, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 0HJ.

HILARY TEALE 'TILLY' It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mum, Nanna, Great Nanna and Friend on August 23rd, 2020, aged 68 years. A very big thank you to all the Carers who looked after Tilly at home. A private Cremation has taken place. Donations for St Richards Hospice and Campden Home Nursing CIO may be sent to Martin Grinnell Funeral Services, 1 Bewdley Street, Evesham, Worcs, WR11 4AD. Tel: 01386 422233.