Every day, communities across Hampshire must say their final farewells to family members, friends, colleagues, neighbours and many other characters who have played a unique part in local life. Some may be more well known than others, but all had a special place in someone’s heart and in our city and surrounding area.
Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths have been announced in the pages of The News this week.
The listings below say where they will be remembered, including funeral arrangements, and how to leave your own tributes. The News’ death notices can be viewed and submitted to through our website here.
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5. Mary Lorraine Cripps
The most beautiful soul, our mum and nanny sadly passed away on 6th July at home. She will be missed more than words can say and will be forever in our hearts. Much loved by Andrew, Suzann, Lorraine, Mike and grandchildren William, Tiffany, Craig, Hannah, Abbey, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren xx | National World
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6. Edwin (Chris) Hore
Sadly passed away Sunday 6th July 2025, aged 84. Loving dad to Debbie and Sarah and devoted "Grumps" to Sam, Jake, Rosie and Harry. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Celebration of life taking place at The Ship Inn, Langston, PO9 1RD at 12.30 on Thursday 28th August 2025, all welcome. Chris was the eldest of 4 boys - Roger and Anthony (Tony) could never get the football off him ! Loved and remembered always. | National World
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7. Charles Harold (Jim) Butler
Sadly passed away on 27th July 2025, aged 92 years. The funeral service will take place at The Oak's Crematorium, Havant, on Wednesday 20th August 2025 at 1pm. Flowers are welcome or donations, if desired, can be made to the Rowans Hospice on Jim's tribute page www.funeralcare.co.uk/tributes-and-donations or by cheque made payable to the charity c/o Co-operative Funeralcare, 157 Fratton Road, Fratton, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 5ER | National World
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8. Anthony (Tony) Woodsford
Passed away peacefully on 23rd July, aged 80 years. Much loved husband, dad and grandad who will be greatly missed. Loved dearly by his family and friends. Funeral Service at St. Peter's Church, Bishops Waltham on Monday 18th August at 1.00pm. Please wear smart casual with a floral pattern or wear a flower. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to The Salvation Army and The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity can be made at www.steelsfunerals.co.uk Richard Steel & Partners The Gate House, Bishop’s Waltham SO32 1DJ | National World