Every day, communities in Portsmouth must say their final farewells to family members, friends, colleagues, neighbours and many other characters who have played a unique part in local life.
Some may be more well known than others, but all had a special place in someone’s heart and in our city.
Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths have been announced in the pages of the Portsmouth News this week.
The listings below say where they will be remembered, including funeral arrangements, and how to leave your own tributes.
The Portsmouth News’ death notices can be viewed and submitted to through our website here.
13. Richard John Harvey
Sadly passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025 in the QA Hospital, aged 73. The funeral service will take place on Friday, May 30 at Portchester Crematorium at 9.15am. All enquiries c/o Moore's Funeral Directors, 5 Hambledon Parade, Waterlooville Tel: 02392 641366. | Submitted
14. James Sandra Iris
Passed away surrounded by her loving family on May 4, 2025, aged 84 years. A much loved Mum, Nan and Great Grandma. Who will be so sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will be held at Portchester Crematorium at 9.15am on June 3, 2025. The family ask you to join them afterwards at The Cams Mill, Cams Hall Estate, Fareham. Flowers to be sent to: Southern Co-operative Funeralcare 47 High Street, Cosham. Tel: 02392 383460. | Submitted
15. Arthur Easen
Formerly of Swanmore. Who passed away at home on the May 3, 2025 aged 77 years. Much loved Father and Grandfather. Funeral Service to take place on Monday 2nd June 2025 at The Oaks Crematorium, Havant. For Information call South Downs Funeral Service Thorn Cottage The Square Wickham, Fareham PO17 5JT 01329 833920. | Submitted