BELOW are the obituaries published in the April 29 edition of the Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News.

Our thoughts are with all concerned.

C W E Seymour

COLIN William Edward Seymour, of Mark, passed away on March 27, 2021, at Weston Hospice, aged 86.

A funeral service took place on April 8 at The Church of the Holy Cross, Mark, followed by interment in Mark Cemetery.

The service was conducted by Reverend Christine Judson.

Colin’s grandchildren, Olly, Jane and Georgie Seymour, read a tribute.

There was a recording of “In the Ghetto” by Elvis Presley played, which was recorded in Memphis and sang by Colin’s son Gary.

Family Mourners: Pat Seymour - Wife, Kevin and Louise Seymour - Son and Daughter in law, Sandra and Thalia Bonell - Daughter and Granddaughter, Trudy Seymour - Daughter, Gary, Lorraine and Grace Seymour - Son, Daughter-in-law and Granddaughter, Ashley Coombes and Dawn Ham - Grandson and Partner, James Chilcott - Grandson, Olly Seymour and Beth Childs - Grandson and Partner, Jane Seymour and Benji Thomas - Granddaughter and Partner, Georgie Seymour and Miles Richardson - Granddaughter and Partner, Trevor and Maggie Seymour - Brother and Sister-in-law, Andrew Lockyer - Nephew, Tracey Lockyer - Niece, Nigel Seymour - Nephew, Barry and Sue Warner - Nephew and Niece, Roger Marsh and Donald Marsh - Cousins, Colin Sturdy and Kim Woodberry, Paul Ham, Richard Vowles – Neighbour, Cliff Burridge, Brian Newton, Andrew Tucker.

Unable to attend: Micky and Judy Webber, Sharon and Craig House and family.

There were family flowers only, donations in lieu for Weston Hospicecare are being accepted by the funeral directors.

Arrangements were taken care of by R Millard & Son, 6 Springfield Road, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AH.

Pat and family would like to thank everyone for the messages of condolence and the kind support received during their sad loss.

Many thanks to those who attended the funeral service and for the donations received in memory of Colin.

A W Grimstead

ARTHUR William Grimstead, of Burnham on Sea, passed away at Weston General Hospital on February 20, 2021, aged 77.

A funeral service was held on March 12 at Sedgemoor Crematorium.

The ashes casket was interred in Highbridge Cemetery in the grave of his late parents Ron and Eileen Grimstead.

The service was conducted by Minister Marian Bishop.

Family Mourners: Mike Grimstead & Wendy – Brother & Partner, Michaela & Jason Spary – Niece & Husband, Aaron Grimstead – Nephew, Kristian & Andy O’Neill – Niece & Partner, Phoebe & Faye Grimstead – Great Nieces, Chris & Sara Puddy – Cousins, Sandra & Jim Handel – Sister in Law & Husband.

Other mourners: Mark Coombes, Terry, Jeff & Steve Tindal, Mike Sherman, Mike French, Robin Heal, Jim Kilduff, Helen Clements, Norman Loveridge – Rep. Kay Loveridge, John Warren – Rep. Jenny Warren, Dave Ford, Tim Ford, Graham Young, Dave Hines – Rep. John Greensides, John Anthony & Eddie Buckingham, Sean Costello, Kelvin, David Price, Christine Price, Jim Brice, Geoff Kingston.

There were family flowers only, donations in lieu for Weston General Hospital are being accepted by the funeral directors.

Arrangements were taken care of by R Millard & Son, 6 Springfield Road, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AH.

The family would like to thank everyone for the messages of condolence and the kind support received during their sad loss.

Many thanks to those who attended the funeral service and for the donations received in memory of Arthur.