Here are the death notices published in the Echo this week:

Terry Cripps

19.01.1937 - 30.11.2021 To love you has been the best gift of life He passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family, aged 84 years. Treasured Husband to Jean, 66 devoted years together. Cherished Father of Lawrence, Kathy, Sonia, Norma, Victoria. Beloved Grandad, Great Grandad and Uncle, Father in Law and Brother in Law. A funny, loving and loyal friend. He leaves an irreplaceable void in all our lives. Service and Cremation on Monday 31st January at 12.30pm at Basildon Crematorium, Church Road, Bowers Gifford SS13 2HG. The Wake will be held afterwards at Shepherd & Dog, Crays Hill, Billericay CM11 2XY. Family flowers only. Donations to Terry's chosen charity RNLI gratefully received via terrycripps.muchloved.com.

Jeanne Anne Richardson

29-12-1945 - 29-12-2021 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jeanne Anne Richardson Jeanne passed away peacefully at home after a short illness, aged 76 years She will be greatly missed by her loving husband Rob and by all of her family and friends Her funeral service is to be held at St Nicholas Church, Great Wakering on 27th January 2022 at 10.30 am and after at the British Legion, Great Wakering All are welcome to attend Flowers if desired can be sent to Co op Funeralcare, 28 High Street, Great Wakering, SS3 0EQ. 01702 219203.

Ronald Peter Bond

The family announces with great sadness that Ron passed away peacefully in his sleep 6th January 2022. Our love forever, Wendy and family. The funeral will be at Pitsea Crematorium on Friday 4th February 2022 at 2pm (1.30pm from the house). Family flowers only please, but donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation.