Every day, communities across Hampshire 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 and surrounding area.
Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths have been announced in the pages of The News this week. The listings below say where they will be remembered, including funeral arrangements, and how to leave your own tributes. The News’ death notices can be viewed and submitted to through our website here.
5. William 'Bill' Paddock
Passed away peacefully on the 30th of June 2025, aged 86. Much loved by Helen, Steve, Jen, Michael & all his grandchildren & will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at Portchester Crematorium on Thursday the 14th of August 2025 at 10.45am. In lieu of flowers the family kindly request donations to the Alzheimer’s Society. If desired, donations can be made at https://billaideen.muchloved.com/ All enquiries to: Southern Co-operative Funeralcare 147 Stoke Road, Gosport 023 9258 1032 | National World
6. David John Stretton
Much loved husband, father and grandpa. Sadly, passed away on 1 July 2025, aged 82. Funeral service to be held at The Sacred Heart Church, Waterlooville, on Tuesday 29 July at 1.30pm, followed by a reception – all welcome. Family flowers only please, but donations to ‘Dementia UK’ or via Barrells Funeral Directors will be very much appreciated. | National World
7. Derek Alan Pook
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 2nd July 2025 aged 82. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and many friends. The funeral service will be held at The Oaks Crematorium, on Tuesday 29th July 2025 at 10.00am. Any queries, please contact The Co-operative Funeralcare 194-196 Dunsbury Way, Leigh Park, Havant, Hants PO9 5BQ. Telephone: 023 9248 4499 | National World
8. Nicola Kerry Woolridge
Sadly passed away on 8th July 2025 aged 55. Nicky’s funeral service will be held at The Oak’s, Havant Crematorium on Wednesday 30th July 2025 at 11.30am. Family flowers only by request, however donations if desired, for Cancer Research UK or Alzheimer’s Research UK can be made online using the JustGiving link www.funeralguide.co.uk/obituaries/135758 or by cheque made payable to either charity. Please send c/o Lee Fletcher Funeral Services, 95 High Street, Cosham, PO6 3AZ. Telephone 023 9238 4455 | National World