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Independent family funeral directors. Outstanding professional and personal 24 hrs service. Free friendly advice & home visits. Free friendly advice

Pre paid funeral plans and cremation only options. Monumental Mason services and Memorial Jewellery

01/05/2026

The family of the late Nancy Wallington have asked us to announce details of her upcoming funeral service.

Nancy Wallington

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nancy at Rodley House Care home on April 4th, aged 98 years.
Beloved wife of the late Peter Wallington, loving mum of Mandy, mother in law of Pete and a dearly loved nanna of Rachael & Joe, Steph & Ian. A great friend to many, Nancy will be greatly missed by all her family & friends and will always be fondly remembered.

Funeral service at The Forest of Dean Crematorium on Thursday May 7th at 1.30pm followed by a celebration of Nancy's life at Goode Court, Lydney.

By request family flowers only please, if desired, donations in memory of Nancy for Great Oaks Forest Hospice & The James Hopkins Trust (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Nr Lydney, Glos GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543

30/04/2026

On Monday, we had the honour of conducting a funeral for a gent from Viney Hill, who loved his gardening and fruit/vegetable growing among many hobbies, well known in the area for his plant and tomato sales.

As such, the family requested a unique tribute to reflect this with many of the plants in the tribute coming from his own garden.

The tribute was put together by local flower arranger Ann Durham.

28/04/2026

The family of the late Keith Hatch have asked us to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

Keith Hatch

Sadly passed away on March 27th at his home in Kensley Vale, Cinderford, aged 68 years.
Second son of Barbara & the late Tom Hatch, Keith will be sadly missed by all his family & friends.

His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Tuesday May 5th at 11.30am.

Family flowers only please, donations in Keith's memory for The Great Western Air Ambulance (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the Service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Nr Lydney, Glos GL15 4SE Tel 01594 562543.

22/04/2026

Timothy John Lewis, known to all as Tim, passed away peacefully at home on 28th March 2026, aged 63.

Born in Southmead, Bristol, Tim later made his home in Swindon, where he built a life filled with love, family, and lasting memories. A devoted husband to Wendy, he was a proud and caring father to Rachel, Megan, and Heather.

Tim was the beloved son of John and June Lewis, and a much-loved brother to Simon. He was also a cherished grandad to Olivia, Khyran, Reuben, Kailum, Kyzan, Brienna & soon to be born Tilly, each of whom brought him immense joy and pride. He is now reunited with his mum, June.

He will be remembered for his warmth, his dedication to his family, and the kindness he shared so generously with those around him. Tim’s presence will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who knew him.

A funeral service will be held on 2nd May at 12:30pm at Forest of Dean Crematorium. In keeping with Tim’s wishes, attendees are kindly asked to wear bright colours, as he did not want a traditional black dress code.
Following the service, a celebration of Tim’s life will be held from 1:30pm until 5:30pm at Viney St Swithins Sports and Social Club, St Swithins Road, Lydney, GL15 4NF, where family and friends are warmly invited to gather, share memories, and honour his life.

Family flowers only please, donations in Tim's memory for Cancer Research UK (Cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

Tim’s memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

20/04/2026

The family of the late Herbert Cooper have asked us to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

Herbert Cooper
Of Viney Hill

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Herbert Charles Cooper of Viney Hill, in the comfort of his home. Herbert passed away peacefully in his sleep on 20th March, just a few months shy of his 103rd birthday.

Devoted husband of the late Violetta and much-loved Dad to Philippa, Pauline, and Graham. A cherished Grandad, Great-Grandad, and Great-Great-Grandad, he will be deeply missed by all of his family.

A long-time employee of ‘Pine End Works’, Herbie will be fondly remembered by friends as a Viney Hill goalkeeper and football referee, for his plant and tomato sales, and for Modern Sequence Dancing.

His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Monday 27th April at 2.30pm.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and Great Western Air Ambulance (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the crematorium or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

16/04/2026

The family of the late Dave Vaughan have asked us to announce details of his funeral service.

On April 2nd, David Vaughan of Parkend Road, Bream.

David was a loving husband to Michelle,
a devoted dad to Sarah, Natalie and Katie,
and a proud granddad to Savannah and Kaiden.

He shared his home and heart with Rolo, his loyal companion, who was never far from his side.

David was also a much-loved brother to Malcolm, Stephen and Sharon, and someone who meant so much to all who knew him.

He wasn’t just family — he was the centre of it.
Kind, steady, and full of quiet love, the sort of man you could always rely on.
His love will live on in the lives he shaped,
in the memories we hold, and in the family he was so proud of.
He will be deeply missed, but never, ever forgotten.

His funeral service will take place at St Paul's Church, Parkend on Friday 8th May at 12.15pm followed by a private committal.

Family flowers only please, donations in Dave's memory for the British Heart Foundation & the Great Western Air Ambulance (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

13/04/2026

The family of the late Clive Maybury have asked us to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

Clive Maybury
Of Woolaston

Peacefully on March 10th, Clive, aged 79 years, of Birchwood Road, Woolaston.

Clive will be sorely missed by all his family and friends.
His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Thursday 16th April at 12.30pm.

Family flower's only please, donations in Clive's memory for the Amnesty International and Greenpeace (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

09/04/2026

Today we had the honour of carrying out the funeral of the late John Wilcox at St Mary's Church, Lydney with the church full of attendees for the service.

John was a retired police officer with his coffin proudly carrying the National Association of Retired Police Officers flag and finished with a white spray from Blooming Mad Florists.

09/03/2026

The family of the late Mark Merry have asked us to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

Mark Merry
Of Bream

Our brave and courageous Mark passed away at Charlton Lane Hospital, Cheltenham on 12th February 2026, aged 59 years.
He was with his wife Nicola and daughters Alex and Cait.

He will be remembered as a loving supportive husband and dad, a mischievous bampi to Anouk and Lorelei and someone who faced life’s challenges with quiet strength and dignity, always putting his family first.

His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Friday 13th March at 14.45pm.

Family flower's only please, donations in Mark's memory for the South West Brain Bank (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

05/03/2026

The family of the late Andy Rollinson have asked us to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

Andrew Rollinson
Known as Andy

On February 4th February, Andy of Brockhollands, aged 66 years at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital.
A much loved husband to Suzanne and dad to Zak, Andy will be sorely missed by all his family and friends.

His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Thursday 12th March at 12.45pm.

Family flowers only please, donations in Andy's memory for the Gutsy Glos Patient Support Group (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

02/03/2026

The family of the late Maurice John Markey have asked us to announce details of his funeral service.

MAURICE JOHN MARKEY

On February 5th, Maurice John, aged 94 years, at Nodens Manor Care Home, Lydney. A dearly loved dad, grandad and great grandad who will be sadly missed by all his family & friends.

His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Tuesday 10th March at 1.45pm.

Family flowers only please, donations in Maurice's memory for Alzheimer's Society (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the crematorium or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

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