Deaths

Christmas Eve at the Front

An interesting letter has just been received by Mrs Packer, of Broadclyst, from her husband, Corpl Packer of A Company, 1st Battalion Devonshire Regiment, who is serving with the Expeditionary Force in Northern France. In the course of a letter he describes a remarkable incident which occurred on Christmas Eve between the British and German trenches.

21 July 1950

Bate – in proud and everlasting memory of our adored and so devoted husband and father, Charles Henry Bate, Captain RD, RNR, (Ret), on this the fifth anniversary of his passing (July 21st 1945). His was an outstanding soul – he reached the pinnacles of love, kindness and truth, unaware of his super attainments, far-reaching influence and wonderful personality and the power to command. He won the deep respect of all his shipmates and many friends, the outcome of his splendid character and devotion to duty as he saw it. “Unseen, unheard, yet always by our side”. For ever yours, Nora and Bunty

Craner – in loving memory of Mam, who passed away July 17th 1949. From her loving husband, son and daughter.

Edwards – treasured memories of my dearest Dad, William, who passed away July 24th 1949. Goodnight and God bless you always. Doris, Ralph and Baby Kay.

Guard – loving memories of my dear husband, William Kendal, passed away July 24th 1942. Sadly missed by his wife, son, daughter and family.

Hewson – in loving memory of Francis, beloved husband of Elizabeth Taunton Hewson, who passed peacefully to rest 18th July 1947. Daily remembered by Dorothy, Police Station, Tiverton.

Raymont – in loving memory of a dear wife and mother, Elizabeth Grace Raymont, who passed peacefully away on July 22nd 1949. Sadly missed by her husband and family. Hill View, Landcross.

Southcombe – in memory of a dear husband and father, called to rest July 17th 1941. From his wife, daughter Molly and Reg.

Taylor – treasured memories of our dearest mother, who died July 20th 1946. Always in our thoughts. Kenneth and Marjorie.

In Memoriam

14 July 1950

Grantham – in cherished memory of a devoted wife and our darling mum, passed peacefully away July 15th 1945. 2 Calf Street, Torrington.

Horrill – treasured memories of my dear brother, who died at Horfield, Bristol, eldest son of the late Arthur and Mary Jane Horrill, of Northam, July 14th 1949. Edie.

Thorne – in ever-loving memory of a very dear husband and daddy, George Henry, passed away 12th July 1949. Always in my thoughts, darling, Joyce and Peter.

Thorne – loving memories of our dear son-in-law, George Henry, passed away July 12th 1949. Mother and Dad, Doncaster.

Thorne – loving memories of my dear brother-in-law, George, passed away 12th July 1949. Gladys, Doncaster.

Thorne – treasured memories of a dear brother-in-law, George, passed away 12th July 1949. Madge and Jack, Doncaster.

Thorne – treasured memories of our dear brother-in-law, George, passed away July 12th 1949. Edith and Sid, Doncaster.

In Memoriam

7 July 1950

Braund – treasured memories of dearest Donald and Brian, who fell asleep July 19th 1948 and July 9th 1949. Sadly missed by all at Maidsmoor.

Chubb – in loving memory of Benjamin Chubb, who passed away on July 7th 1930; and also the son of the above, Walter B Chubb, who also passed away on June 18th 1923. Sadly missed by his wife and son, 4 Higher Gunstone, Bideford.

Glover – in ever-loving memory of my dear husband, George Henry Glover, who suddenly passed away July 9th 1949. From his sorrowing wife, Elsie, 3a Cross Street, Northam.

Glover – in memory of George Henry, second eldest son of Maud and the late George Glover, of 1 Oakfield Terrace, Northam, who died suddenly on July 9th 1949. Always remembered by his loving mother, sisters and brothers.

Sullivan – in loving memory of Dottie (nee Hockway), beloved wife and devoted mother, who died June 29th 1947. From sons Fred and Dan, daughters Mable and Connie and husband Tim.

Roll of Honour

Cawsey – in loving memory of our darling Kenneth (Dorset Regt) who died of wounds on July 10th 1944 in NW Europe. From mam, dad and brothers, 11 Sunnyside.