Somerset families hold funeral services

Families across Somerset have scheduled memorial services for eleven residents who died in October. The notices, published in local media, list specific dates and times for cremations and church services in towns including Shepton Mallet, Cheddar, and Frome.

One notice announces the cremation service for a man from Street who died at Harefield Hospital on October 15, 2026. He was 55 years old and is described as a much-loved husband, father, and grandfather. His service is set for Thursday, November 12, at 10:30 a.m. at Sedgemoor Crematorium. Donations are directed to the British Heart Foundation.

A former resident of Cheddar, who was 93 at the time of her death on October 15, 2026, will be remembered at St. Andrews' Church. The funeral service is scheduled for Friday, November 13, at 1:00 p.m. She is identified in the notice as a much-loved mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. Her grandchildren referred to her as Mac. Donations may be made to St. Margaret's Hospice Care in Taunton.

Ken, a 94-year-old resident of Somerton formerly of Low Ham, passed away peacefully at Wessex House on October 15, 2026. He was the husband of the late Jean and father of Valerie and Sandra. A service to celebrate his life will take place at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Tuesday, November 10, at 11:30 a.m. The family requests donations for Alzheimer's Research UK. His funeral directors are M Franks & Sons in Bridgwater.

The death of a 95-year-old woman from Somerton, formerly of Yorkshire, is also recorded in the notices. Anne Doreen Elliot died at home on October 14, 2026. She is described as a much-loved wife, mother, and grandmother. Her funeral service is set for Monday, November 9, at 12:40 p.m. at Yeovil Crematorium. Forsey and Son Funeral Directors in Glastonbury is handling arrangements, with donations requested for the National Youth Orchestra.

Other services include a funeral for a 60-year-old man from Pibsbury who died unexpectedly on October 7, 2026. His service is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, at 12:00 noon at Holy Trinity Church in Long Sutton. Donations are invited for Cancer Research UK and Mind (Somerset). Another notice details the funeral of an 89-year-old woman from Shepton Mallet who died in hospital on October 10, 2026. Her service will be at Mendip Crematorium on Friday, November 13, at 1:30 p.m.

Additional services are planned for residents of Hinton St George, Wedmore, and Huish Episcopi. A woman from Hinton St George who died on October 19, 2026, will be buried at St. George's Church on Wednesday, November 4. An 85-year-old woman from Wedmore who died on October 10, 2026, will be remembered at St. Mary's Church on Monday, November 9. A 79-year-old man from Huish Episcopi who died on October 13, 2026, after a long illness, will have his service at St. Mary's Church on Friday, November 6.

A 94-year-old woman who died at The Royal United Hospital in Bath on October 23, 2026, will be remembered at All Saints Church in Corston on Tuesday, November 24. Her family requested bright colors be worn. Donations are directed to Diabetes UK and Cats Protection. A 92-year-old woman named Nancy Green, who died in Southmead Hospital on October 6, 2026, will be cremated at Canford Crematorium on Tuesday, November 17. Her family requested donations to the Alzheimer's Society.

A 86-year-old woman who died at West Abbey Care Centre on October 17, 2026, will be remembered at St James Church in Yeovil on Thursday, November 12. Her service is at 11:00 a.m. Donations are directed to the church. A 86-year-old man who died suddenly on October 17, 2026, will have a service of thanksgiving at All Saints Church in Rodden on Thursday, November 19, at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow at Frome Rugby Club.

An 89-year-old man who died at Dorset County Hospital on October 11, 2026, will be cremated at Yeovil Crematorium on Tuesday, November 10, at 12:00 noon. His family noted he was a quiet and gentle man. Donations are directed to the British Heart Foundation. The notices state that all remain online indefinitely to allow friends and family to share memories and make donations.