Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors

31/08/2026

The family of the late Enid Williams have asked us to announce details of her upcoming funeral service.

Enid Williams
Of Ross-On-Wye

Peacefully on July 28th, Enid Mary, aged 95 years, of Chatsworth Close, Ross-On-Wye. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Her funeral service will take place at St John The Baptist Church, Aston Ingham on Friday 4th September at 13.00pm followed by committal at the Forest of Dean Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations in Enid's memory for the RNIB and St John The Baptist Church (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

25/08/2026

We have been asked by the family of the late Pat Smith to announce details of her upcoming service.

Patricia Smith (Pat)
Of Berry Hill

Peacefully on 3rd August, Patricia May, aged 85 years, at her home in The Horsepool, Berry Hill. A much loved mum of Avril & Paul, Nigel & Barbara and Stephen & Pauline. Loving grandmother to Gavin & Oliver, Euan & Pam, Cat & Jon and David & Niki, great grandmother to Lily-Anne, Daisy & Lily.

Her funeral service will take place at Coleford Baptist Church on Wednesday 2nd September at 12.15pm followed by committal at the Forest of Dean Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations in Pat's memory for Great Oaks Forest Hospice & Coleford Baptist Church (Cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

16/08/2026

We have been asked by the family of the late Colin Elsmore to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

COLIN ELSMORE

Sadly passed away at home on July 15th, Colin Richard aged 73 years of Adams Way, Berry Hill.

Beloved husband of Sue, much loved dad of Richard & Steven, loving grandad of Charlotte & Daniel and brother of Judith & Kevin. Colin will be sadly missed by all that knew him.

His funeral service will take place at The Forest of Dean Crematorium on Wednesday August 19th at 1.45pm.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired in Colin's memory for Cancer Research UK & Great Oaks Forest Hospice (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Nr Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

10/08/2026

The family of the late Ann Johnson have asked us to announce details of her upcoming funeral service.

Ann Johnson
Of Blakeney

On July 14th at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Ann Cicily, aged 84 years of All Saints Road, Blakeney.
Dearly loved mum of Nick, the late Sharon & the late Teresa and a much loved nan.

Her funeral service will take place at All Saints Church, Blakeney on Friday August 14th at 11.30am followed by interment at Blakeney Cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired in Ann's memory for Diabetes UK (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Nr Lydney, Glos GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543

07/08/2026

Yesterday we had the honour of conducting the funeral service for the late Peter Copp of Staunton, formerly of Llanishen.

Peter's family requested a plain white cardboard coffin to use as a blank canvas for Peter's wonderfully talented wife, children and friends to create an amazing painted timeline of Peter's life.

The coffin decorations were finished off by two amazing oil paintings on either end.

05/08/2026

GARNET RUCK

On June 27th at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Garnet Redvers, aged 83 years of Pillowell Road, Whitecroft. A loving husband, father and grandfather.

At Garnet's request a private family funeral has taken place.

Donations if so desired in Garnet's memory for Dementia UK (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Nr Lydney, Glos GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543

29/07/2026

The family of the late Marlene Marshall have asked us to announce details of her upcoming funeral service.

Marlene Marshall
Of Ruardean

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Marlene Elizabeth Marshall, on the 9th of July. She touched so many lives with her kindness, warmth, and—of course—her huge love for dogs.

​To give our mum the send-off she deserves, we will be holding her funeral service at the Forest of Dean Crematorium (Yew Tree Brake) on Tuesday 4th August at 11:30am. All who knew and loved Marlene are welcome to join us in remembering her.

​Family flowers only please, as Mum would have loved for donations to be made to the Forest of Dean Dog Rescue, a cause very close to her heart. Donations may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543
(Please make cheques payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account)

19/07/2026

A big thank you to John for playing at our service on Friday for Fred, a Dundee born Scotsman who remained very proud of his Scottish Heritage despite living in various places across the UK.

The bagpipes were a fitting tribute as we paged in front of the hearse and whilst everyone gathered for the service.

Funeral Bagpiping today at Forest of Dean Crematorium. This was for the Funeral Service of a born Gentleman.

On the approach, I led the cortege to the chapel with the requested: "Bonnie Dundee" & "Flower of Scotland". Thereafter played, "Salute to Willie, The Royal Fendersmith", "The Skye Boat Song" & "The Mull of Kintyre".

Our Condolences to the family and many friends.

Working alongside the very professional Luke & Martin of Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors of

14/07/2026

We have been asked by the family of the late Fred Olsen to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

Alfred Olsen
Of Monmouth

In June 2026, Fred of St James' Mews, Monmouth aged 81 years, at home.
A loving husband and father, he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Friday July 17th at 12.30pm.

Family flowers only please, donations in Fred's memory for Parkinsons UK Cymru (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.

13/07/2026

We have been asked by the family of the late Pete Adams to announce details of his upcoming funeral service.

Peter Robert of Clarks Lane, Blakeney on June 9th, aged 81 years, at home.
He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

His funeral service will take place at the Forest of Dean Crematorium on Thursday July 16th at 11.30am.

Family flowers only please, donations in Pete's memory for British Heart Foundation (cheques made payable to Ian Watts & Son Donations Account please) may be placed in the donations box at the service or sent to Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 26 Ridgeway, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4SE. Tel: 01594 562543.