In memory of Barbara Whitlock wife of the late Arthur loving mother of Alison, Mother-in-law to Tim and Grandmother of Bronwen and Patrick. Barbara will be remembered for her cheerfulness even in times of difficulty, her kindness to so many and her loyalty to friends and employers alike. She with her late husband Arthur, were founder members of The Ross Motor Sports Club where she … Continue reading Barbara Whitlock – 1931-2021
When mum came to Ross after being married she worked in Peacocks, then left to have children. Brian and Carol were growing up Bill Preece Fruit Fare at Cantilupe Road wanted someone to help for a week, while someone was taking a holiday. Mum applied for the post, and stayed for 30 years. Mum made friends with the Preece family, Bill, Ron and Karen Preece, Richard Downing,Ann Bevan and … Continue reading Margaret Jenkins – 1926-2021
John was very proud of his Scottish ancestry even though he lived in Ross from the age of 5. His Nationl Service was spent as a Bevin Boy in the Forest of Dean. He had a stationery business and a successful printing business in Tewkesbury. He was secretary of the Chamber of Commerce for many years and treasurer of the League of Friends of Ross … Continue reading John Greer, 1928-2020
Mother to Simon, Sarah and James and much loved Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Greatly missed by all her family and friends Peace is my parting gift to you, my own peace, such as the world cannot give. Set your troubled hearts at rest and banish your fears. John 14.27 Donations in memory of Ann can be made to St Mary’s Church. Continue reading Ann Purvis, 27th September 1936 – 3rd July 2020
He was a great Dad, Gramps, Great Grampy loved by all the generations. He worked at the CentralGarage on Edde Cross Street which he ran before retiring. He still continued to keep our cars roadworthy and loved it. he also loved his garden and vegetable patch. Alfred served in World War II as an engineer, finishing his time in the Cocas Islands in the Indian … Continue reading Alfred “Sandy” Lane – 1921-2020
Terry died in Hazelhurst Nursing Home on 3rd December 2019. He was in there for 10 months, after having three strokes. He had lived an active life, was a good rugby player, playing for his school, then St john’s College Cambridge. He also played a lot of tennis and bowls. He is greatly missed by his wife Maureen, daughter Linda and son Peter. Think of … Continue reading Terry Carter – 1934-2019
Doreen and I have been together for just over 60 years, when we first met, I was 18 and Doreen 14. We have had many ups and downs, but the majority was fun and loving. We brought up two lovely children, who married and gave us grandchildren and great-grandchildren, we all miss her very very much. Doreen will always be in my heart, and I … Continue reading Doreen Ann Clarke – d 2020
Jenny will forever be a much treasured Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, Aunty and Grandmother and her passing has left a huge hole but the ways in which she touched everyone’s lives will endure. She had such a huge influence on so many without even realising! Nigel, Jason, Maria, Gavin, Wayne and the rest of the family would also like to thank everyone for their support … Continue reading Jenny Oates, 1953 – 2020
A wonderful husband, father and grandfather, loved by all his family, and very much missed. Remember Me To the living, I am gone, To the sorrowful, I will never return, To the angry, I was cheated, But to the happy, I am at peace, And to the faithful, I have never left. I cannot speak, but I can listen. I cannot be seen, but I … Continue reading John Davies – d 2020
Remembering our much loved, determined, feisty Mum, who never gave in to her debilitating stroke. She was kind and considerate, always thinking of others before herself – we have so much to thank her for. Win joined the Ross Court ‘family’ in her 90th year and was soon making significant contributions to the life of the home – as well as taking up watercolour painting … Continue reading Win Reynolds – 1923-2020
