Portsmouth obituaries for first week of February 2026 announce the recent passing of several beloved community members. Families across Portsmouth, Havant, Denmead, and surrounding areas have shared details of funeral services for loved ones who died in January 2026.
Walton Browne
Walton “Wally” Browne, described as a “Legend of Leigh Park”, died peacefully on 1st January 2026 aged 78. He is survived by his sister Joan Hopkins and brothers Ron and David Browne, along with numerous nieces and nephews. His funeral service will take place at Warblington Cemetery on 19th February at noon, followed by a celebration of his life at The Swan, Bedhampton from 2pm. All are welcome to attend.
Vivienne Grigson
Vivienne Gwen Grigson of Portsmouth passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on 9th January 2026. Her funeral will be held at The Oaks Havant Crematorium on Monday 16th February 2026 at 10.45am. Floral tributes are welcome, whilst donations to Second Chance Society for Animal Rescue Portsmouth Cats are preferred. Arrangements can be made through Lee Fletcher Funeral Services, 95 High Street, Cosham, PO6 3AZ.
Barrie Love
The Love family has announced the death of Barrie Love on 22nd January 2026, aged 89. Dearly loved by his wife and family, his funeral service will take place at Portchester Crematorium South Chapel on Thursday 26th February at 11.30am. The family requests family flowers only, with donations to Prostate Cancer UK via Co-operative Funeralcare, 157 Fratton Road, Portsmouth. Tel: 02392 863031.
Christopher Churchill
Christopher Paul Churchill sadly passed away at his home in Denmead on 14th January 2026, aged 68. His funeral service will be held on Friday 27th February 2026 at The Oaks Crematorium, Havant at 12.15pm. Family flowers only are requested, with donations being received for The Rowans Hospice either through his Much Loved page or by cheque to South Downs Funeral Service, The Old Post Office House, Hambledon Road, Denmead, Hants PO7 6NN. Tel: 023 9223 1567.
Beryl Clasby
Beryl Ann Clasby died on Thursday 8th January 2026. A service will be held at The Chapel, Kingston Cemetery, St Mary’s Road, Portsmouth on Friday 13th February at 12.30pm, followed by interment. The family has invited mourners to wear pink or purple to celebrate Beryl’s vibrant life, with refreshments to follow. Flowers may be sent to Barrells Funeral Directors, 245 Fratton Road, Portsmouth PO1 5PA.
Hilary Deadman
Hilary Deadman passed away peacefully aged 85 on 14th January at QA Hospital. The devoted wife to David for over 62 years and mother to Hugo and Alistair died peacefully. Her funeral will take place at St Faith’s Havant on 24th February at 11.30am, followed by committal at Warblington and a celebration at the Pallant Centre, Havant. Donations in Hilary’s memory to Portsmouth Hospitals Charity can be made via Lee Fletcher Funeral Services, 12 The Pallant, Havant PO9 1BE. Tel: 023 9248 4844.
Frederick Goodwin
Frederick George Goodwin SRN RMN died on 27th January 2026 aged 88. His funeral service will be held at Portchester Crematorium on Friday 20th February at 1.45pm. Family flowers only are requested, with donations to Mind or Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre, Sidlesham, welcome via the donations page.
David Richardson
David William Ernest Richardson passed away peacefully on Monday 19th January aged 85. The much-loved husband of Nancy Richardson and father of Ann Beattie and Louise Millson leaves behind three grandchildren. His funeral service will be held at All Saints Church, Denmead on Friday 20th February at 10am. David requested attendees wear bright colours and pompom hats. Family flowers only, with donations available at muchloved. Enquiries: J Edwards Funeral Directors, Waterlooville. Tel: 02392 262194.
Louis Muscat
Louis John Muscat passed away peacefully on 11th January 2026 aged 86. His funeral service will take place at St Swithun’s Church, Waverley Road, Southsea PO5 2PL on Thursday 12th February 2026 at 12.30pm, followed by committal at Portchester Crematorium North Chapel. Light refreshments will be served at St Swithun’s Church hall from 4pm until 5.30pm. Donations can be made to Mary’s Meals. Enquiries: Mayfields Funeral Directors, 90 Elm Grove, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 1LN. Tel: 02392 875575.
Sheila Salisbury
Sheila Dalton Salisbury died peacefully at home on 14th January 2026 aged 93. Her funeral will be held at Holy Trinity Church on Wednesday 18th February at 1pm. Flowers are welcome, with donations to the Osteoporosis Society available via M Coghlan Funeral Directors, Westbury Road, Fareham, PO16 7XU. Tel: 01329 282711.
Jocelyn Sturgess
Jocelyn Angela Sturgess passed away peacefully on 21st January 2026 aged 95. Her funeral service will be held at Portchester Crematorium on Wednesday 11th February 2026 at 3pm. The family kindly requests donations to Dementia UK in lieu of flowers. Enquiries: Southern Co-operative Funeralcare, 147 Stoke Road, Gosport. Tel: 02392 581032.
