Several families in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas have announced the passing of their loved ones. The community mourns the loss of residents who dedicated their lives to service, family, and friendship during the festive period and new year.
Alan Christopher Bishop
Alan Christopher Bishop, who devoted 31 years to HM Royal Navy followed by 21 years with HM Coastguards, died peacefully on 22nd December 2025 at Royal Cornwall Hospital Treliske, aged 79. He passed away following a prolonged battle with lung disease, with both daughters by his side.
Mr Bishop is survived by his wife Betty and remembered fondly as a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend. His funeral service will take place at Portchester Crematorium, Fareham, Hampshire on Friday 23rd January 2026 at 2:30pm. The family has requested no formal dress code. Family flowers only; donations may be made to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis or the British Heart Foundation through Solent Funeral Services, Lee-on-the-Solent. Telephone: 02394 273267.
Sonia Margaret Dalziel
Sonia Margaret Dalziel, born 31st August 1936, passed away peacefully on 25th December 2025, aged 89. She leaves behind a devoted family and numerous friends who will deeply miss her presence.
The funeral service will be held at The Oaks Crematorium on Wednesday 21st January at 2:30pm. Family flowers only; donations may be directed to the online memorial page. Enquiries should be addressed to Southern Co-operative Funeralcare, Eastney. Telephone: 02392 873218.
Linda Rose McDonald
Linda Rose McDonald died peacefully at Queen Alexandra Hospital on Saturday 20th December 2025, aged 71, following a short illness. She is survived by her husband John, daughter Ayshea, son Andrew, daughter-in-law Louise, and grandchildren Kaya, Kelsey, Alfie, Charlie, Jude, and Autumn, as well as her younger sister Irene Berry.
Mrs McDonald’s funeral service will take place at Portchester Crematorium on Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 2:15pm. The family has requested no flowers. Instead, donations to Dementia UK may be made through the online memorial page.
Anthony Mountifield
Anthony “Tony” Mountifield passed away suddenly at home on 17th December 2025, aged 90. His funeral service will be conducted at Portchester Crematorium, North Chapel on Monday 26th January 2026 at 10:30am. All are welcome to attend. Donations may be made to Blood Cancer UK. Enquiries should be directed to Solent Funeral Services, Lee-on-the-Solent. Telephone: 82-84 High Street, Gosport, PO13 9DA.
Portsmouth Obituaries: Community Mourns Recent Deaths
Norman Le Sueur Filleul
Norman Le Sueur Filleul, born 10th February 1932, sadly passed away on 24th December 2025. A service will be held at The Oaks Crematorium, Bartons Road, Havant on 20th January 2026.
Dorothy Clara Voysey
Dorothy Clara Voysey, known as Dot, born 22nd July 1933, sadly passed away on 21st December 2025. Her funeral service will be held at Portchester Crematorium, South Chapel on Friday 23rd January 2026 at 1pm. Family flowers only by request; donations for the British Heart Foundation may be made online or sent c/o Lee Fletcher Funeral Services, 95 High Street, Cosham, PO6 3AZ. Telephone: 023 9238 4455.
