D L Hancock Ltd Independent Family Funeral Directors

06/02/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Maria Ida Burton

Passed away on 14th January 2026.
Aged 94 years.

Service
St Edburg's Church
Old Place Yard
Bicester
Oxon
OX26 6AU

Monday 9th February 2026
1:00 PM

Burial
Bicester Cemetery

Monday 9th February 2026
1:30 PM

Donations
No donations specified

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
Passed away on 14th January 2026, aged 94 years. A much loved Mum and Nan who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Monday 9th February 2026 in St Edburg's Church, Bicester at 1pm.
All flowers welcome. All enquiries to D L Hancock Ltd Funeral Directors on 01869 244200.

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Maria have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

04/02/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Verona Violet Harris

Passed away on 16th January 2026.
Aged 100 years.

Service
St Mary & St John Church
Cowley Road
Oxford
OX4 1UH

Saturday 14th February 2026
11:00 AM

Burial
St Mary & St John Churchyard
Cowley Road
Oxford
OX4 1UH

Saturday 14th February 2026
12:15 PM

Donations
Donations to St Mary & St John Church Oxford

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/veronavioletharris

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD OXFORD
126 London Road, Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 9ED
Telephone: 01865 767780

Notice
Passed away on 16th January 2026, aged 100 years.

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Verona have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

02/02/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Vera Ann Groves

Passed away on 2nd January 2026.
Aged 75 years.

Service
Banbury Crematorium
Hardwick Hill, Southam Road
Banbury
Oxford
Oxon
OX16 1ST

Monday 9th February 2026
1:00 PM

Donations
Donations to British Heart Foundation , Cancer Research UK, Dementia UK

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/anngroves

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
Passed away on 2nd January 2026, aged 75 years.
A much-loved Mum, Sister & Nan who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
The funeral service will take place on Monday 9th February 2026 in Banbury Crematorium at 1pm. Dress code requested is traditional black funeral attire with a hint of purple. Donations to be divided between Dementia UK, British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK, c/o D L Hancock Ltd Funeral Directors, Chapel Hse, 13 North St, Bicester, OX26 6NA. Tel: 01869 244200

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Vera have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

30/01/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Sonia Rosalyn Jacobus

Passed away on 8th January 2026.
Aged 89 years.

Service
North Oxfordshire Crematorium
Tackley
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 3ER

Friday 6th February 2026
1:00 PM

Donations
Donations to Redwings Horse Sanctuary

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/soniarosalynjacobus

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
Passed away on 8th January 2026, aged 89 years. A much loved Mum and Nan who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Friday 6th February 2026 in North Oxfordshire Crematorium, Tackley at 1pm. Donations if desired to Redwings Horse Sanctuary c/o D L Hancock Ltd Funeral Directors on 01869 244200.

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Sonia have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

23/01/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Beverly Patricia Randall

Passed away on 24th December 2025.
Aged 71 years.

Service
North Oxfordshire Crematorium
Tackley
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 3ER

Thursday 29th January 2026
2:00 PM

Cremation
North Oxfordshire Crematorium
Tackley
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 3ER

Thursday 29th January 2026
2:00 PM

Donations
Donations to Cancer Research UK, MND Association

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/beverlypatriciarandall

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
Passed away on 24th December 2025, aged 71 years. A much loved Wife, Mum, Nan and Great Nan who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Thursday 29th January 2026 in North Oxfordshire Crematorium, Tackley at 2pm. Donations if desired to be divided between Cancer Research UK & MND Association. All enquiries to D L Hancock Ltd Funeral Directors 01869 244200.

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Beverly have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

20/01/2026

As times change, so does the way families find and choose a funeral director. Years ago, kind words often arrived as cards and letters — deeply appreciated, but only ever seen by those within our office.
Today, many families understandably turn to the internet for reassurance, transparency and trusted recommendations. That is why online reviews matter so much: they help others see genuine experiences and feel confident in the care they are choosing.
We’re therefore proud to share that D L Hancock Ltd in Bicester has received our first 50 Verified Reviews on Funeral Guide — achieved in just one month. Thank you to every family who has taken the time to leave feedback; it truly means a great deal and helps others when they need it most.
To read our family reviews, please visit our website:
https://www.dlhancock.co.uk/family-reviews/
If you would like to leave a review on Google, you can do so here:
https://g.page/r/CUBMQY6VQmTyEAI/review

Well done to DL Hancock Ltd of Bicester on receiving their first 50 Verified Reviews with Funeral Guide within just one month. Visit their profile page here: https://www.funeralguide.co.uk/funeral-directors/oxfordshire/bicester/d-l-hancock-ltd-bicester

13/01/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Teresa Anne Denise Murphy

Passed away on 10th December 2025.
Aged 73 years.

Service
Memorial Chapel, Oxford Crematorium
Bayswater Road
Headington
Oxford
OX3 9RZ

Tuesday 20th January 2026
2:30 PM

Donations
Donations to Oxfordshire Mind

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/teresaannedenisemurphy

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD OXFORD
126 London Road, Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 9ED
Telephone: 01865 767780

Notice
Passed away on 10th December 2025, aged 73 years.

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Teresa have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

07/01/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Patricia Anne Dobie

Passed away on 22nd December 2025.
Aged 83 years.

Service
North Oxfordshire Crematorium
Tackley
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 3ER

Tuesday 13th January 2026
2:00 PM

Donations
No donations specified

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
DOBIE, Patricia Anne Née Abbott
Passed away on 22nd December 2026, aged 83 years. A much-loved Wife to John, Mum to her daughters Lorna and Emma as well as Gran to Clyde and Abigail. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 13th January 2026 in North Oxfordshire Crematorium, Tackley at 2pm.
All enquiries to D L Hancock Ltd Funeral Directors on 01869 244200. A gathering for mum will be held afterwards at The Red Cow in Chesterton from 3.30pm, all welcome.

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Patricia have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

06/01/2026

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Jean Franklin

Passed away on 6th December 2025.
Aged 94 years.

Service
North Oxfordshire Crematorium
Tackley
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 3ER

Monday 12th January 2026
12:00 PM

Donations
Donations to Kidney Research UK

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/jeanfranklin

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
Passed away on 6th December 2025, aged 94 years. A much loved Wife, Mum and Grandmother who will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The funeral service will take place on Monday 12th January 2026 in North Oxfordshire Crematorium, Tackley at 12noon. Donations if desired to Kidney Research UK c/o D L Hancock Ltd Funeral Directors, Chapel Hse, 13 North St, Bicester, OX26 6NA. Tel: 01869 244200

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Jean have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

21/12/2025

⭐ A Gentle Reminder… Before the Season Ends

If there’s someone you’re missing this Christmas —
someone whose name still brings warmth to your heart —
we invite you to let their light shine on our Tree of Remembrance.

One small silver star.
One message of love.
One moment to honour the people who never leave our hearts. ❤

You can place your star with us in person on North Street, Bicester,
or write your message online here:
👉 https://www.dlhancock.co.uk/tree-of-remembrance-lights/

📎 Testimonial:
“Writing my star made me feel close to my mum again.
Thank you for giving us somewhere to remember.”
— Community Member

Before Christmas arrives, take a moment for someone you love.
Let their star shine. 🌟

11/12/2025

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Dorothy Jean Matson

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 26th November 2025.
Aged 71 years.

Funeral Service
North Oxfordshire Crematorium
Tackley
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 3ER

Monday 22nd December 2025
12:00 PM

Donations
Donations to Ardley Rescue Kennels

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/dorothyjeanmatson

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 26th November 2025. Aged 71 years, at the John Radcliffe Hospital. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service on Monday 22nd December 2025 at North Oxfordshire Crematorium at 12:00 PM Donations if desired to Ardley Rescue Kennels. All donations and enquiries D L Hancock Ltd Independent Family Funeral Directors. Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, OX26 6NA. Tel: 01869 244200

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Dorothy have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.

10/12/2025

𝐼𝓃 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑀𝑒𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓎 𝒪𝒻
Brian John Griffin

Passed away peacefully On Sunday 30th November 2025,
Aged 81 years.

Service
St. Johns Chapel, Oxford Crematorium
Bayswater Road
Headington
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX3 9RZ

Thursday 18th December 2025
12:00 PM

Cremation
St. Johns Chapel, Oxford Crematorium
Bayswater Road
Headington
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX3 9RZ

Thursday 18th December 2025
12:00 PM

Donations
Donations to Stroke Association

Anyone who wishes to make a donation,
please follow the link below:
https://www.memorygiving.com/briangriffin1

For funeral arrangements please contact:
D L HANCOCK LTD BICESTER
Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6NA
Telephone: 01869 244200

Notice
Brian John GRIFFIN

On Sunday 30th November 2025, peacefully at the John Radcliffe Hospital. Aged 81 years. He will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday 18th December 2025, in St. John's Chapel, Oxford Crematorium at 12:00pm. Donations if desired to Stroke Association. All donations and enquiries to: D L Hancock Ltd Independent Family Funeral Directors, Chapel House, 13 North Street, Bicester. OX26 6NA. Tel: 01869 244200

“We kindly request that this notice be shared through social media to ensure that those who knew and cared for Brian have the opportunity to pay their respects and offer their condolences. Your support in sharing this message on social media is deeply appreciated during this difficult time.” We personally thank you for your time and consideration.

DONATION
*If you are viewing this on Instagram and you wish to make a donation, then in order to do this, please go to either our website or our page, as Instagram doesn’t have the option available to link you directly to the donation site for this in loving memory post. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, alternatively you may send your donation directly to ourselves, either by post or calling our office.