Chard & Ilminster death notices from Chard & Ilminster News

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Every week, the Chard & Ilminster News publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away.

As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain online as a lasting tribute to the memory of those we have lost.

Anyone who wishes to send their own message of condolence can do so by visiting the deceased's death notice page.

Here are the most recent notices placed in the Chard & Ilminster News:

Colin Melvin Larcombe

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, on 11th December 2025, aged 84 Years. Cherished husband of Angela.
Read Colin Melvin Larcombe's full death notice

Peggy Wells-Burr

Passed away unexpectedly on 8th December 2025, aged 87 Years. Dearly loved mum of Sandra, Barrie, Mandy and the late Spencer.
Read Peggy Wells-Burr's full death notice

More death notices

You can see all our death notices here, or you can place a death notice here.

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