Here are the death announcements carried in the Bucks Free Press last week.

Death notices

Christine Renée Jeanne Bennett (nee Lef) Suddenly but peacefully passed away in Stoke Mandeville Hospital 4th July. Much loved Wife of Graham, Mother of Claire and Richard, Mother-in-Law to H, Sister to Michelle, Julian and Jacqueline and Sister-in-Law to Pat, Peter, Franchi, Ede and Reza. Beloved niece of Audrey in England and of Christianne from her French heritage. Will be much missed by all and also as a devoted Auntie and Great-Auntie to her extended family spread across Europe and the Far East. No Flowers please but donations welcomed by the Stroke Association. All enquiries to Beacon Funeral Services Tel 01494 531111.

Brian Geoffrey Taylor Husband to Margaret, father to Paul, Nigel and Wendy passed away peacefully at home on 22nd June. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. If you would like to make a donation to his chosen charity: www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices/ 22-06-2020-brian-geoffrey-taylor

Helene Elaine Ddin (nee Mann) Born on 23rd May 1949, suddenly passed away on 25th June 2020. Leaving behind husband Enoss (Eny), children Janine, Soryna and Kamil. Grandchildren Jamie, Perry, Kaine, Lauren, Elie and Conrad, and great-granddaughter Evie. Dearly loved wife, sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Ann Marie Wahl (Topp) Aged 69 years passed away on 2nd July 2020. Ann was born 26th August 1950 at Whinneys Road, Loudwater home to her parents Cyril and Molly Topp, brothers David, Brian & John and sister Linda. Ann touched the lives of so many people, with her unconditional love, generosity and kindness and always had a beautiful smile on her face. The service will be a private service for family and close friends. If you wish to make a donation in Ann's memory, please contact Arnold Funeral Service. Telephone 01494 472572.

Olive Mary Tilbury Late of Desborough Avenue and the much loved wife of the late Ivan "George". Died on 28th May 2020 in Calne, Wiltshire, aged 92 years. Olive will be sadly missed and will be reunited with George in High Wycombe Cemetery.

Douglas Walter Chandler Passed peacefully away at home on 28th June 2020, aged 91 years. Leaving his devoted wife Rita, sons Andrew and Robert and their wives Sue and Kyla, 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. Thank you to NHS staff and carers. Family flowers only. Donations (if desired )to The British Heart Foundation www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices/28-06-2020 -douglas-walter-chandler/

Leslie (Les) Sears Sadly passed away at home on July 3rd aged 92. Beloved husband to Lesley, loving Father to Denise and Nigel, Grandad to Natasha, Adam, Shane and Connor and Father-in-Law to Brian and Paula. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Many thanks to all who cared for him. Donations in lieu of flowers please to Rennie Grove Hospice Care. c/o Beacon Funeral Services Ltd, 27 Rose Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP15 7PH Tel: 01494 81 81 81.

Violet May North (nee Hobbs) Passed away peacefully on 20.06.2020 aged 89 years. The funeral will be held at Chilterns Crematorium in Amersham. Donations will be gratefully received online at violetnorth.muchloved.com. All enquiries c/o Arnold Funeral Service, 21-23 Little Marlow Rd, Marlow, SL7 1HA. Tel:01628 898866.

David George Collard Passed away at home on the 11th June 2020, aged 73. Will be greatly missed by his Daughters Amy and Julie and Grandchildren Finley, Zoe-Eloise, Samantha, Sebastian and April. Celebration of life to take place at a later date. All enquiries to juliecollard200@gmail.com

Marion Annie Meppen-Walter Passed away peacefully on 22.06.2020 aged 90 years. Fondly remembered by her nephews, nieces, wider family and huge circle of friends. The funeral will be held at Chilterns Crematorium in Amersham. Donations (Macular Society, Alzheimer's Society, MIND) will be gratefully received online at marionmeppen-walter.muchloved.com All enquiries c/o Arnold Funeral Service, 21-23 Little Marlow Rd, Marlow, SL7 1HA. Tel:01628 898866.

Rev'd Alan James Kirkcaldy Aged 76. Died peacefully at home 26th June, surrounded by family. Loved & cherished husband of Suzanne, sorely missed brother of Irene & Sandra, much loved father of Iain, Andrew and Catherine, father-in-law of Clay, and fun-loving Grandpa of Emily & Molly. A thanksgiving service to celebrate Alan's life will take place at a future date.