Here are the death notices published in the Echo this week:

Denise Blanche Raynsford née Ham

Passed away peacefully in her own home on 4th February 2022 Aged 91 years. A much loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. A celebration of Denise's life will be taking place on Wednesday 2nd March 2022, 12.40pm at Southend Crematorium.

Michael Frederick Skipper (Mick)

Sadly passed away on 23rd January 2022. Funeral to be held at St Laurence Church, Eastwood at 11:00 on 1st March followed by interment at Sutton Road Cemetery at 12:15. Anybody who knew Mick are very welcome to attend. Sleep tight.

Jean Winifred Eastop

In Loving Memory of Jean Winifred Eastop Who sadly passed away on 12th February 2022, aged 90. Jean's funeral will be held at Basildon Crematorium Riverview Chapel at 1pm on Friday 4th March. Enquiries and flowers to T Cribb & Sons, 61 High Road, Benfleet SS7 5LH. 01268 795695.

Leonard Geoffrey Carter

Beloved Husband of his late Wife, Audrey Carter and beloved Dad, Grandad and Great Grandad passed away peacefully on 6th February 2022, age 90. Leonard, born 22nd January 1932, was a lovely, kind, selfless and generous man. He was dearly loved by all who met him and would help anyone in need. He was a pillar in his family and community and will be greatly missed.

Jill Patricia Godsafe

Aged 83, sadly passed away on 14th February 2022 at Southend Hospital with family by her side. Beloved Mum, Nan and Great Nan. She will be greatly missed but now reunited with Sonny. Funeral to take place at Southend Crematorium, Tuesday 22nd March at 11:40 a.m. All enquiries via Co-op Funeral Directors, London Road, Southend.

James John 'Jim' Ridley

Sadly passed away on 15th February 2022. Funeral to be held on Monday 14th March at Southend Crematorium at 2.20pm.

Dave Mould

Died 27th February, 2011 11 years have passed and the love still lasts. Remembering you today and every day Sadly missed by Bridget, Family and friends.

Jacqueline (Jackie) Banks

Passed away in hospital on Monday, 7th February 2022 aged 78 years. Much loved Mum. She will be greatly missed by all family & friends. Funeral service to be held at Rayleigh Baptist Church on Wednesday 9th March 2022 at 2:00pm. Donations if desired to Little Havens Hospice and can be placed in the donations box after the service or passed to the family directly. All enquires c/o S. Stibbards & Sons Ltd, 4 Commonhall Lane, Hadleigh, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 2RN, 01702 558717.

Patrick "Del" Daley

Passed away in his sleep 11/02/22. Mourned by his family. Funeral Southend Crematorium 8th March at 3.20 pm and afterwards at The Loyal Toast Pub Western Approach, Eastwood.