The following death notices were carried in the Watford Observer last week:

BAKER Robert (Bob) – Sadly passed away on Friday 15th January aged 88. Beloved Husband of Sylvia, Father of Debra, Mark (deceased) and Katie. Grandfather of four and Great Grandfather of four. Very sadly missed by all his family and friends.

BOVINGTON Michael John – Very sadly passed away on 17 January 2021, aged 88 years. Devoted Husband to Joan and loving Father to Lesley, Diana and Frances. He will be greatly missed.

CLASSEY Simon James – Passed away suddenly on the 19th January 2021 aged 44 years. A much loved partner to Claire and a beloved dad, son, brother and great friend. Simon will be missed by all who knew him.

DAWKINS C.ENG. Bernard – Bernard Dawkins 94 died peacefully at Beaumont Care Home Chorleywood on 21 January 2021. He will be sadly missed by family and friends.

Robert Devonald (Bob) – Robert Thomas Norman Devonald of Hempstead Road, Watford passed peacefully, aged 89, on 5th January 2021. Bob had a very good innings, which is very apt as he played cricket (and snooker) with distinction for Old Merchant Taylors. He also loved golf and Arsenal FC. He will be very sadly missed by family and friends.

LEACH Marilyn (Lyn) Beverly – Sadly passed away on 14th January at home, aged 73. Beloved mother, sister, and friendly face to many at the Cha Café in Cassiobury Park, she will be greatly missed by all.

LINNEGAR Thomas F. – Sadly passed away on Saturday 23rd January 2021 after a period of illness and a stay in hospital. He is survived by his sons Paul and Brian.

MAGUIRE Patrick Joseph ‘Sonnie’ – Sadly passed away on 17th January aged 95. Loving Husband to Celine. Beloved Father of Joseph, Francis, Declan, Des, Mary, Columba, Carol, Paula and Katrina. Grandad to 18 adorable grandchildren. Dearly loved and forever in our hearts.

Mullins James Edward – Of Chaucer Close, died at home on Monday 4th January 2021, aged 68 years. Beloved Husband, Father and Grandad who will be sadly missed by all.

JACKI NOLAN (nee Crockett) – Tragically passed away in Watford General Hospital on 17th January, aged 61. Much loved Partner of James and beloved Daughter, Sister, Auntie and Great Auntie.

Oliver Syliva Rose Mary – Passed away peacefully on 30th December 2020 aged 87 years. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.

PICKERING Beryl Irene – Passed away peacefully at Perry Manor Care Home, Worcester on January 14th 2021 aged 80 years. Sadly missed by all her family and friends.

RUSSELL Jenny – Of Moreton-in-Marsh, Hemel Hempstead and Bushey, died peacefully on the 17th January 2021, aged 80 years. A much loved musician, tennis fan, mum and grandma, she will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

TERENCE EDWARD SIZELAND – Terry sadly passed away at home in Carpenders Park, on January 6th 2021, aged 83. Brother, Uncle, Great Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, colleague, friend & neighbour. He will be hugely missed.

Edith Smith – 95, formerly of Eastbury Road, passed away peacefully 18th January 2021. A much loved Wife, Mum and dear Nanny. Reunited at last with Sid, Steve and Lynn. She will be greatly missed by her Grandchildren.