The Chard & Ilminster News published six death notices last week.
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:
Richard ''Dickie'' Hall
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 24th January 2026 aged 78 Years.Beloved husband of Jenny, much loved dad of Rob, Claire, Nikki and Ian, Grandad to Alice, Sam, Maia and Reggie.
Read Richard ''Dickie'' Hall's full death notice
Andrew “Lewis" Bates
Passed away peacefully at home on the 29th September 2025 aged 84 years.A dearly loved husband to the late Christine, much loved father to Louise (Scott), and grandpa to Bryony and Ben.
Read Andrew “Lewis" Bates's full death notice
Peter Michael Brownsmith
Passed away peacefully on 26th January 2026, aged 74 Years.Darling husband of Nici, dear brother of Viv, a much-loved uncle, and a friend to many, Peter will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Read Peter Michael Brownsmith's full death notice
Michael Frederick Tom Rogers
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 24th January 2026, aged 83 Years. Adored husband of Sylvann, a beloved father of Neil &
Read Michael Frederick Tom Rogers's full death notice
Sarah Jane Stone
Passed away peacefully on 22nd January 2026, aged 44 Years. Dearly loved daughter of Nigel and the late Ruth.
Read Sarah Jane Stone's full death notice
Arnold Coleman
Formerly of Bishopswood. Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 24th January 2026, aged 93 Years.
Read Arnold Coleman'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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