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Loving grandmother remembered in Cambridgeshire funeral notices this week

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5 hours ago

23 March 2026

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk – the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory.

Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here. Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling the team on 01482 908084.

Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

Janice ABLETT

Passed away peacefully on Friday 6th March 2026 aged 74. Jan was a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to take place at Cambridge City Crematorium, West Chapel on Monday 30th March at 3:15pm. Bright colours are warmly welcomed. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the benefit of Cancer Research UK can be made at the service, via Janice’s In Memory Page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk or sent c/o 164 Histon Road Cambridge CB4 3JP 01223 791060

Raymond Victor (Ray) ANDREW

(Ray) Beloved husband to Helen, precious dad to Sarah, Katy and son-in-law Adam, treasured grandad to Lucie and Jamie, passed peacefully to rest at his home in Trumpington on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 aged 84 years. Ray will be greatly missed and remembered with eternal love. The funeral service celebrating Ray’s life will take place at St Mary and St Michael’s Church, Trumpington CB2 9LH on Tuesday 31st March 2026 at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in memory of Ray may be made to Arthur Rank Hospice Charity at the service or online via Ray’s personal InMemory page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk or sent c/o 617 Newmarket Road Cambridge CB5 8PA 01223 415255

Christopher BANDORSKI

of Papworth Everard passed away on Wednesday 18th February 2026 aged 58 years. A loving son of Joan and Mick, brother to Cheryl and Natalie and uncle to six. Funeral service to be held at 2:30pm, Histon Baptist Church on Tuesday 31st March 2026 followed by burial in the Histon and Impington Parish Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired made payable to the British Heart Foundation maybe left following the service or forwarded to Richard Stebbings Funeral Service Ltd, Kendal House, Cambridge Road, Impington, Cambridge CB24 9YS. Tel: 01223 232309.

Philomena Josephine BOLGER (Phyllis)

Peacefully in Addenbrookes Hospital on Thursday 5th March 2025, surrounded by her family, aged 87 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Jim, much loved mum of Eunan, Senan and Fiona, treasured nana of Joe, beloved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend, who will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Requiem Mass to be held at St. Laurence’s Church, Milton Road on Thursday 26th March at 1pm, followed by cremation. Family flowers only please, donations may be made at the service for Kidney Research. Enquiries c/o Weyman Funeral Service, 26, Abbey Walk, Cambridge CB1 2QJ

David John CHIVERS

Of Wisbech St Mary, MA PhD ScD Cambridge University Professor Emeritus in Primate Biology and Conservation & College Lecturer Emeritus in Veterinary Anatomy. Adored Husband of Christine, beloved Father of Katy, James, John, Joseph, Daniel & Rebecca, brother of Rina, Grandfather of Georgia, Toby, Oliver, Isabella & Emmeline, passed peacefully away at QEH King’s Lynn, Norfolk on Thursday 5th March 2026. FUNERAL at Selwyn College Chapel at 1p.m. on Monday 30th March – for family, friends & colleagues – followed by private interment at the Arbory Trust Woodland Cemetery, Barton. To honour David’s love of life please wear joyful clothing or Indonesian Batik shirts. MEMORIAL SERVICE during Summer date TBC. Family flowers only. Donations for Cancer Research UK to Peasgood & Skeates, 617 Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8PA.

Claudio FELLA

Passed away peacefully on Friday 6th March 2026, aged 77. Beloved husband of Manuella, much loved father of Marco and Valerio, and a proud Nonno to Luca. Dear brother of Teodoro, Rodolfo and his twin brother Roberto. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 31st March at 10:00am at Cam Valley Crematorium, Field Farm Drive, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden, CB10 1FE. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Arthur Rank Hospice via the service collection box.

Leslie FOX-TEECE

Of Cambridge. Passed away on Sunday 22nd February 2026 at home, aged 86 years. Dearly loved Uncle to Gary and Annie. Les shall be deeply missed by all. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 24th March 2026 at Cam Valley Crematorium at 1pm. Donations, if desired, to the benefit of Dementia UK may be made at the service or online via Les’ personal InMemory page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk All other enquiries to 617 Newmarket Road Cambridge CB5 8PA Tel: 01223 415255

Jean GAZE (Simpkin)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Gaze on 19th February 2026, age 85. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. The funeral service will take place at the Small Chapel, Chanterlands Crematorium, Hull HU5 4EF, on Monday 23rd March at 2pm. All who knew Jean are welcome to attend. Donations, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support.

Roderic MARTIN

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Rod on Tuesday 11th February, at Duxford, aged 86. He will be forever missed by his loving family – Ben, Toby, Florence and Jessica, and his cherished grandchildren. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no service. Rest in peace, Dad.

Jilly Maynard J.P. MAYNARD

of Great Abington died peacefully on Monday 23rd February 2026, aged 85 years. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service at St Mary’s Church, Little Abington on Tuesday 24th March at 12.30pm followed by interment. If wished, flowers may be sent c/o H. J . Paintin Ltd, 43 High Street, Linton, Cambridge, CB21 4HS

Sheila Margaret MILLER

Died peacefully at Arthur Rank Hospice on 7th March 2026, aged 91 years. Devoted wife of her late husband John. Much-loved mother to Tracey and Lynn and their husbands Rollo and Joff. Beloved grandmother to Gemma and Mark, and great-grandmother to Grace, Lily, Archie, Lola and Nora. Sheila will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Sheila’s funeral service will be held at Cam Valley Crematorium, Great Chesterford, on Monday 23rd March 2026 at 12pm. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, in memory of Sheila to Arthur Rank Hospice may be made online at https://www.arhc.org.uk/donate/ or on the day or sent c/o Funeral Directors, Woodland Wishes, 4 High Street, Fulbourn, Cambridge, CB21 5DH.

Dorothy TRAVERS

Sadly passed away on 7th March 2026 aged 94 years. Wife of the late Andrew, mother to Duncan, Fiona and Bruce, granny and great granny. Funeral service to take place at All Saints Church, Haslingfield on Tuesday 31st March at 10:30am followed by a burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations will be gratefully received for the British Heart Foundation or Dementia Research UK and can be made by visiting Dorothy’s in memory page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk or sent to Peasgood and Skeates 45 Moorfield Road, Duxford CB22 4PP

In Memoriams

Hilda BROWN

Mum, You were such a special Mum in whom I always could confide; Always wise and caring always on my side. We shared so much happiness in times of yesterday; And to say how much I miss you I could never find a way. Memories will never fade, Mum. Loving Daughter Janet & and the late Mick

Hilda BROWN

Nan In loving memory of our little Nan. Of all the special gifts in life however great or small; To have you as our Nan was the greatest gift of all. Love Grandchildren Stephen, Andrew and the late Kevin xxx

Hilda Annie Brown IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Also Paul, Roberta and our Maggie. It breaks our hearts to have to write these words, a Mother who was so loving and caring, who left a void that can never be filled. A Mother, Brother, Sister and Partner so sadly missed. The memories you left behind will stay in our hearts forever. You are all missed beyond measure. God bless you all. The Brown Family xxx

To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.

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Air Canada flight and Port Authority vehicle collide at LaGuardia

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18 seconds ago

23 March 2026

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Air Canada flight and Port Authority vehicle collide at LaGuardia

NEW YORK (AP) — An Air Canada flight collided with a Port Authority vehicle after landing at LaGuardia Airport, according to authorities.

The New York Police Department confirmed the collision but could not immediately offer additional information.

A spokesperson for the New York City Fire Department said firefighters responded to reports of a plane that crashed into a vehicle on the runway at 11:38 p.m. Additional information was not immediately available.

The Federal Aviation Administration’s National Airspace System website reported LaGuardia has closed.

Multiple videos taken by bystanders and posted on social media showed the jet with severe damage to the front of the aircraft.

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Dog trainer shares 1 thing you should always do to stop pet pulling on lead

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15 minutes ago

23 March 2026

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A dog trainer has shared a “game-changing” trick to stop your dog pulling on the lead – and owners can’t believe they didn’t know it sooner as it would have saved them so much trouble

Paige Freshwater Social Newsdesk Writer

06:03, 23 Mar 2026

A dog trainer has revealed the ‘only tip you need’ to stop your pet from pulling on the lead – and owners are calling it a ‘game changer’.

Southend Dog Training has turned to social media to unveil his technique for managing your pets on walks and guaranteeing you both enjoy the time outdoors. In his video, he said: “If your dog pulls on a lead, listen to this. Do this one thing and it’ll change how your dog walks. Instead of pulling back, yanking or restraining, pull up.” He explains this will assist in slowing the dog down, while pulling the lead backwards only generates a stronger desire to pull further.

He added: “When a dog is being training in bite work, it’s often being pulled back creating restraint. To cause the dog to drive forward harder. We unintentionally apply this technique to dogs when we want them to stop pulling forward.

“We unintentionally frustrate the dog. Pull up on a short but relaxed lead and then relax and your dog will slow down.”

Alongside this, he advised owners against getting their dogs excited before a walk, suggesting it’s preferable to ensure their pet is settled before stepping out the front door.

Responding to his post, one user said: “My Springer Spaniel is terrible for pulling. I’ll try this tomorrow.”

Another user commented: “I think my dog is broken I’ve pulled up since the day I got him. That lead is never relaxed. He waits nicely at the door and gate then thinks he has.”

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A third user said: “I tried this, but makes no difference especially at the starts of walk when he’s super excited I feel like I’ve tried everything.”

One more user suggested: “Teach your dog the ‘stop’ command. Walk a few paces, when it pulls say STOP. And do exactly that. Then walk. Repeat. Walk.”

A final user stated: “I’ve got a German shepherd puppy 1 year old. Every time I get his lead out he goes crazy making it difficult to put his lead on.”

It follows after a dog trainer urged owners against giving in to their pets when they make ‘complaining’ sounds.

The canine expert from K9 University Dog Training posted on TikTok to offer some crucial guidance for pet owners, encouraging them to avoid responding to their dogs’ particular noises.

In a clip, the dog trainer outlines “three different sounds your dogs make, what they mean and how you should respond”.

The initial recommendation is to resist giving in when a dog produces a ‘complaining’ noise, frequently accompanied by pawing or scratching.

The trainer cautions: “This behaviour should never be rewarded by letting them have what they want otherwise it’ll exacerbate the issue.”

Regarding a dog’s whining or crying, which could lead an owner to provide solace, the trainer recommends a contrary approach.

He explains: “This is a sign that your dog is anxious or stressed. There are two different sides to this – there’s a whine that’s self-soothing and there’s a whine that can escalate into a bigger reaction like barking or lunging.”

The last sound to be mindful of is howling, which the trainer indicates is typically a symptom of separation anxiety: “They’re lonely and trying to find the rest of their pack.”

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Air Canada plane collides with fire engine at LaGuardia Airport leaving up to 60 injured

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21 minutes ago

23 March 2026

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An Air Canada aircraft collided with a fire truck on the taxiway at LaGuardia Airport, leaving up to 60 people injured and forcing the airport to close until Monday afternoon

An Air Canada aircraft has reportedly crashed into a vehicle on a taxiway at LaGuardia Airport late on Sunday evening, resulting in multiple injuries and prompting the airport’s closure.

The New York Post has reported the vehicle was a fire engine which struck the plane, leaving four firefighters “critically injured.” The Mirror US has reported that as many as 60 people may have been hurt, citing WNY Fire Watch.

The incident is said to have occurred on Runway 4 within Delta’s terminal area at roughly 11:37 p.m., according to AeroCrewNews and NYCFireWire. All FDNY units are understood to have been dispatched to the location apart from the first-due engine company.

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According to local news outlet Col Live, the aircraft involved was Jazz Airlines Flight 646, operated by Air Canada’s regional carrier Jazz Airlines. The plane had travelled from Montreal, Quebec, and had only just landed in New York when it struck a Port Authority emergency vehicle, as the aircraft tried to cross runway 04/22.

The US Federal Aviation Administration has issued a ground stop suspending all flights at the airport, citing an emergency. The regulator’s notice suggested a strong likelihood the halt would be prolonged, without offering additional details, reports the Express.

Emergency services personnel are said to remain on location working to secure the area.

Passengers and airport staff described the scene as chaotic, with flights facing delays or cancellations. Reports indicate the airport will remain closed until 2 p.m. on Monday, causing substantial travel chaos at one of New York City’s busiest transport hubs.

The cause of the incident is still under investigation. Officials have not yet confirmed the identities or medical statuses of those who were injured.

Videos shared on social media depict evacuation and rescue efforts taking place at the airport following the collision, with one clip seemingly showing the aircraft’s nose angled upwards by several degrees as passengers disembarked.

Authorities at the airport have been approached for comment by the Express but have not yet released a comprehensive statement regarding casualties or the details of the collision.

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