Here are some of the death notices from the Worcester News this week:

KAREN HOLMES (Née HARDWICK) Of Kidderminster, formerly of Worcester. Sadly passed away at home with her Family by her side, following a brave battle with cancer on Friday, August 14th, 2020, aged 56 years.

Karen was a wonderful lady known for her kindness and warmth A former Teaching Assistant and animal lover. Karen will continue to live through the amazing memories that were made with all that knew her. A private Cremation will take place. Donations, if desired for Animal Charities chosen by Karen may be left on the collection plate at the Crematorium or sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

LESLIE KENNETH NORMAN Of Albany Road, Worcester. Passed away on 6th August, 2020, aged 89 years.

A Cremation will take place on Tuesday 1st September at 10.45am. Donations, if desired for Cancer Research UK may be left on the Collection Plate at the Crematorium.

KAREN HOLMES (Née HARDWICK) To my wonderful little Sister. You are now at peace, our love with you always. We will miss you. Love Rob and Pauline xxx

MAUREEN JONES "Mo" Passed away in Lincoln, with her family around her, on 12th August, aged 87 years.

A much loved Wife to the late Fred, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and Friend. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Family flowers only please. Donations for St. Barnabas Hospice Trust (Lincolnshire) may be sent to F.W. Spilsbury, Funeral Director, 12 Upper Howsell Road, Malvern, Worcs. WR14 1TL

ANDREW BROWN 'ANDY' Passed away peacefully on August 20th, 2020, aged 80 years.

Beloved Husband of Glennis. Much loved Dad of Gary and Richard, Step Dad of Steve, Father in Law of Ness, Claire and Jo. Loving Grandad of Beckie, Kayleigh, Robert, George, Millie and Oliver. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. A private Family Service will take place on Monday, September 7th at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for the RSPCA Worcester & Mid Worcestershire Branch may be left on the collection plate at the Crematorium or sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester, WR3 7EU.

PATRICIA MARGARET O'BRIEN "Pat" On August 16th 2020, aged 86 years.

Beloved Wife of the late Stan, Mum, Nan, Sister and Friend. She will be missed by all who knew her. Private Funeral Service to take place at Worcester Crematorium. Flowers may be sent to F.W. Spilsbury, Funeral Director, 12 Upper Howsell Road, Malvern, Worcs. WR14 1TL. For enquiries, telephone 01684 892777.

JENNIFER ANNE BROWN Former Primary School Teacher at Comer Gardens C of E and Oldbury Park Schools. Passed away peacefully on August 18th, 2020.

She will be greatly missed. A private service will be taking place. Flowers or donations to the RNLI and any enquiries to Bedwardine Funeral Services. 30 Bromyard Road, Worcester. WR2 5BT Tel: 01905 748811

TED LORD It is with great sadness that the Family of Ted Lord announces his death on August 9th, 2020, at George Eliot Hospital in Nuneaton after a short illness.

Born on June 29th,1932 in Fleetwood, married in 1959 to Georgina, leaves a Son, Michael and Daughter, Deborah and 3 Grandchildren. Ted spent most of his working life with Midland Bank. He retired in 1990 and after the death of his Wife, Georgina in 2009 formed a loving companionship with Pauline. He was an active Member of the Methodist Church, enjoyed sequence dancing and bowls in his younger days. The Funeral will be held on Friday, September 4th at Worcester Crematorium at 11.30 a.m. Donations to Dementia UK would be very welcome.