Several members of the Portsmouth community have recently passed away, with funeral services scheduled throughout December. Families have announced arrangements and shared tributes to their loved ones.
Patricia Dorothy Cosh
Patricia Dorothy Cosh died peacefully surrounded by family on 17th November 2025 at the age of 94. Her funeral service is scheduled for Friday, 12th December at 1.45pm at Portchester Crematorium. Floral tributes are welcome and can be sent care of Taylor & Wallis, 125/127 West Street, Portchester, PO16 9UF.
Kevin John Dalley
Kevin John Dalley passed away peacefully on 21st November 2025, aged 69. Family and friends will deeply miss him. The funeral service will take place at Portchester Crematorium on Tuesday, 16th December 2025 at 3.15pm. The family requests family flowers only, with online donations welcome to Dogs Trust via www.funeralcare.co.uk/tributes-and-donations.
Stanley Frederick Langton
Stanley Frederick Langton died peacefully on 27th November 2025 at 83 years of age. His funeral service will be conducted at St Mary’s Church, Portsea, on Tuesday, 16th December at 10.00am, with committal following at Portchester Crematorium. All friends are invited to attend. Flowers may be directed to Barrells Funeral Directors, Fratton.
Jean Margaret Wiggett
Jean Margaret Wiggett passed away peacefully at St Ronans Care Home on 19th November 2025, aged 89. The funeral service will be held on Monday, 15th December 2025 at 10.45am at Portchester Crematorium. Family flowers only are requested, with donations in Jean’s memory accepted for Alzheimer’s Society through the donation page at www.barrells.co.uk.
In Memoriam: John Robert Corner
A loving tribute has been shared for John Robert Corner: “Another year without you, missing you always, loving you forever.” From his devoted wife Maureen and family.
John William Masters
John William Masters sadly died at home on 14th November 2025, aged 94. He was cherished by Lynda, Kim, Valerie and David, and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral arrangements can be obtained through Lee Fletcher Funeral Services, 95 High Street, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3AZ. Telephone: 023 9238 4455.
Marion Dorothy Rees
Marion Dorothy Rees, born 28th September 1921, sadly passed away on 22nd November 2025. Her funeral service will be conducted at Portchester Crematorium, North Chapel, on Thursday, 11th December 2025 at 9.45am. Family flowers only by request. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation can be made online using the JustGiving link or by cheque sent care of Lee Fletcher Funeral Services, 95 High Street, Cosham, PO6 3AZ. Telephone: 023 9238 4455.
