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.
9. John Walker
Peacefully passed away on 30th May 2025, aged 76 years. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St Cuthbert’s Church at 1.00pm, followed by burial at Milton Cemetery at 2.00pm on Wednesday 2nd July 2025. Family only flowers as donations are preferred. To make an online donation to The Stars Appeal, please visit www.funeralcare.co.uk/tributes-and-donations ℅ Co-operative Funeralcare, 65 Tangier Road, Portsmouth, Tel: 02392 698362. | National World
10. Jennifer Lowis
Passed away peacefully on 1st June 2025, aged 86 years. Much loved Wife, Mother and Grandmother. She will be very sadly missed by all of her family and many friends. If desired, donations can be made at www.funeralcare.co.uk/tributes-and-donations | National World
11. Nicholas Mark Whyley
Passed away on 2nd June 2025, aged 64 years. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Portchester Crematorium on Tuesday 8th July at 3.15pm. Donations to R.N.I.B ‘Talking Books’ may be made via our donations page at www.barrells.co.uk | National World
12. Phyllis C Carter
It is with great sadness that Howard and Claire have to announce the death of Phyllis. She died aged 91 on 8th June 2025. Sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral will be held at Portchester Crematorium, North Chapel on Tuesday 8th July at 3.00pm. No flowers, donations if desired to Rowans Hospice. All further enquiries ℅ Co-operative Funeralcare, 147 Stoke Road, Gosport, PO12 1SE. (023) 9258 1032 | National World