These are the death notices which were published in the Echo this week:

WILKINSON Vernon Roger

24.06.1944 - 15.01.2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Vernon peacefully at home on the 15th January 2023. Vernon was a much loved husband, father and grandfather and will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. A service of remembrance will be held at 12.00 noon on Thursday 30th March at St James the Great, Elmsleigh Drive, Leigh on Sea, followed by a private cremation. All enquiries c/o F.P. Guiver & Sons Ltd, 416 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, SS9 5PT 01702 527258

Bottomley Patricia Ann

Passed away on Thursday 9th March 2023, aged 83. A beloved wife of the late James a mum to Jim (late) and Ruth, mother-in-law to Jackie. Nan to Luke, Daryl and Kerry and great nan to Daisy, Albie, Emily and Maddie, also Kate and Jess. We will miss you so much, forever in our hearts. With thanks to St Luke’s Hospice (hospice at home one response) Integrated Community Team. Funeral to be held at Basildon Crematorium on the 3rd April at 1pm. Family flowers only.

BAMBURY Betty

Passed away at Southend Hospital on Monday 13th February 2023, aged 92 years. Wife of the late Alan and beloved Mother of Linda. She will be sadly missed by her many friends. A longstanding member of the Leigh Wesley Methodist Church, former HSBC member of staff and a hospital volunteer. Funeral Service to be held at Southend Crematorium on Tuesday 18th April 2023, at 10:00am. Please wear something green. Family flowers only, but donations if desired to Action for Children, a charity with which Betty was involved with fundraising for many years, online via www.stibbards.co.uk All enquiries c/o S. Stibbards & Sons Ltd 01702 474389

COCKERELL Terence of Leigh-on-Sea

Died at home on January 29th 2023, at the age of 92. Respected Journalist, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Missed by many after a long life, well lived. The Funeral Service will take place at the Gardenside Chapel, Basildon Crematorium on Friday April 14th 2023, at 12:30pm. Donations, if desired, to the Teenage Cancer Trust online or on the day. All enquiries c/o W. Thorp & Son, 62, Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 1AE 01702 476323

GARETH IAN DAVIES

It is with great sadness that Keith and Gill announce the sad passing of our beloved Son Gareth, aged 42 very suddenly and unexpectedly in Southend Hospital on the 19th January 2023. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing him. We welcome you to join us in saying farewell to Gareth at Southend Crematorium on 5th April 2023 at 2pm. Feel free to dress as you please. Family flowers only, but if desired donations can be made to St. Vincent’s Centre Southend or The One Love Project in Gareth’s memory.

Mike Dyos

Sadly passed away at Southend Hospital on Tuesday 21st February 2023. He was much loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. The celebration of his life will be held at Southend Crematorium on Tuesday 18th April at 2.40pm. All who knew him are welcome to attend. Funeral enquiries to: Penrose Funeral Services 01702 436000

FAINT Janice

A loving mother, grandma and sister who passed on 24th March 2023, at her home peacefully. Funeral to be held at Basildon Crematorium on 28th April 2023, at 10.30am. Donations to Royal Marsden Hospital.

Eileen Mary HOPKINS

Passed away peacefully in Kathryn Court on Sunday 12th March 2023, aged 89 years. Eileen will be greatly missed by her sons John & Andrew, their families and all who knew her. Requiem Mass to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Southchurch on Thursday 27th April 2023 at 2.45pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Marie Curie c/o F. P. Guiver & Sons, 641 Southchurch Road, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2PN 01702 467426 and online at www.guiver.co.uk

JAMES Martin

S.R.C.H, D.Pod.M, M.CH.S H.P.C. Registered Podiatrist. Passed away suddenly on Monday 2nd January 2023, aged 60 years. Martin was much loved by his Partner Nadia and will be sadly missed by all, especially his patients. Funeral Service to be held at Leigh Road Baptist Church on Thursday 6th April 2023, at 10.00am. All welcome to attend. All enquiries c/o S. Stibbards & Sons Ltd, 239 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7BP 01702 826475

NICHOLLS Peter John

Passed away peacefully on 18th February 2023. Aged 81 years. He will be greatly missed by all his Family & Friends. Funeral Service to be held at All Saints Church, Barling Magna at 11.00am on Tuesday 18th April 2023. Followed by Committal at Southend Crematorium. All Welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations are gratefully received for Essex & Herts Air Ambulance c/o F P Guiver & Sons Ltd; 641 Southchurch Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2PN 01702 467426 or online at www.guiver.co.uk

PEEL Jacqueline (The Teddy Bear Lady)

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 9th March 2023 aged 73 years. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, friend and volunteer. Jacky was much loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to be held at Southend Crematorium on Thursday, 27th April 2023 at 10:00am. At the family’s request, no flowers. All enquiries c/o S. Stibbards & Sons Ltd, 239 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7BP 01702 826475.

THURLOW Ann Hilda

Passed away peacefully in Southend Hospital on Sunday 26th February 2023, aged 85 years. Ann will be greatly missed by her Sons Gary & Paul and by all who knew her. Funeral Service to be held at Southend Crematorium, West Chapel on Tuesday 9th May 2023 at 2:00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the Alzheimer’s Society c/o F. P. Guiver & Sons, 641 Southchurch Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2PN, 01702 467426 and online at www.guiver.co.uk.