Several Portsmouth residents have passed away in recent weeks, with funeral services scheduled throughout January 2026. Families have announced services at local crematoriums including Portchester Crematorium and The Oaks in Havant, inviting community members to pay their respects.
Recent Portsmouth Obituaries
Patricia Dorothy Sutton, aged 94, passed away peacefully on 22nd December 2025. Her funeral service will take place at Portchester Crematorium on Thursday 15th January 2026 at 12:15pm. Flowers are welcome, and she will be fondly remembered by family and friends.
Deborah Louise Panter died suddenly on 13th December 2025, aged 58. Born on 10th April 1967, she was a cherished wife, mother, daughter, and sister. Her funeral service will be held on Wednesday 14th January at 10:30am at St Mary’s Church in Portsea, followed by cremation at Portchester Crematorium at 11:30am. All are welcome to attend.
Constance Angela Oates sadly passed away at home on 15th December 2025, aged 76. Her funeral is scheduled for Thursday 22nd January 2026 at 12:15pm at Portchester Crematorium. Flowers are welcome, with donations supporting the RNLI. Arrangements are being handled by Churcher & Tribbeck Funeral Directors in Stubbington.
John Bond died at home on Wednesday 17th December, aged 77. Loved by his wife Wendy and family, his funeral service will be held at The Oaks Havant Crematorium at 10:00am on Friday 16th January. The family has requested attendees wear Portsmouth FC blue and white colours. Enquiries should be directed to J Edwards Funeral Directors in Waterlooville.
Dorothy Beryl Robinson passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, 25th December 2025, aged 95. Her funeral service will take place at The Oaks, Havant Crematorium on Wednesday 14th January 2026 at 3:15pm. Memorial donations can be made to Age UK through the Barrells funeral home website.
Eira Gill died peacefully at Beechcroft Manor Nursing Home on 10th December, aged 88. Wife of the late Keith and beloved mother of Ben, Jonathan, and David, her funeral service and burial will be held on Wednesday 14th January at 12pm at The Sustainability Centre in East Meon. A celebration of life will follow at The Alverbank in Gosport from 2pm. Family flowers only, with charitable donations supporting The Rowans Hospice.
Hilda Bolton passed away peacefully at Shelton Lock Care Home on Friday 28th November 2025, aged 99. A dearly loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, she led an active and dedicated life in Oldham, Havant, Cleveleys, and Derby. Her funeral service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium in Derby on Wednesday 21st January 2026 at 1:00pm. No flowers are requested, with donations supporting Marie Curie.
Myrtle Celia Pilkington died aged 89. Her funeral will be held at St James’ Church in Emsworth on 22nd January 2026 at 11:30am, with a reception following. The family welcomes those who knew Celia to celebrate her life. No flowers are requested, with a collection for Christian Aid taking place after the service. Those attending are asked to contact Alex Sherwood on 07485154211 for catering purposes.
Roy Peter ‘Pete’ Keogh passed away peacefully on 17th December 2025, aged 81. A devoted husband to Sandra and much-loved father of Nadine, Pete’s warmth, humour, and zest for life touched everyone who knew him. His funeral service will be held at Arun Crematorium on Tuesday 27th January 2026 at 11:00am. Family flowers only, with donations supporting St Wilfrid’s Hospice through Reynolds Funeral Service in Bognor Regis.
Steven Roy Sandifer passed away at Queen Alexandra Hospital on 30th November 2025, aged 66. His funeral service will be held on Friday 16th January 2026 at Portchester Crematorium at 2:30pm. Family flowers only, with donations benefiting Cancer Research UK.
Christine Mary ‘Chris’ Neal sadly passed away on 23rd December 2025, aged 80. Her funeral service will be held at Portchester Crematorium on Friday 23rd January 2026 at 11:15am. Flowers are welcome, with donations supporting MIND available through her tribute page or via Co-operative Funeralcare in Fratton.
Diana Maureen Lewis passed away on 17th December. Loving wife of Peter and mother of Julie and Carole, her cremation will take place at Chichester on Friday 16th January at 12:30pm. Flowers may be sent to Grady’s Family Funeral Directors in Hayling Island.
Roy Talbot passed away peacefully on 13th December 2025, aged 90. Beloved husband of Sally and loving father to Roy and Jo, he will be greatly missed by family and friends. A funeral service will be held at Portchester Crematorium on Monday 26th January 2026 at 3:00pm. Family flowers only, with donations supporting The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.
Brian Mitchell sadly passed away on 22nd December 2025, aged 78. His funeral service will be held at The Oaks, Havant Crematorium, on Monday 19th January 2026 at 12:15pm. Family flowers only by request, with donations for The Elizabeth Foundation welcomed through Lee Fletcher Funeral Services in Cosham.
Memorial Notice
Brian Priscott is being remembered on what would have been his 92nd birthday. His loving wife Christine, daughter Debbie, grandchildren Emma, Matt, and Alice, and great-grandchildren continue to miss him dearly.
Families have expressed gratitude for the support received during these difficult times. Further Portsmouth obituaries and funeral arrangements will be updated as information becomes available.
