Steeple Aston

Jessie Coleman – funeral notice

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jessie Coleman, who passed away on 19th December aged 91 years. Jessie was a much-loved member of the village for over 60 years. Her funeral will take place on Friday 30th January at 12.00 noon at Steeple Aston Church. Family flowers only and donations (if desired) to The Salvation Army or The Smile Train charity c/o Funeral Directors D L Hancock Ltd, Bicester.  Following the service, all are warmly welcome to join the family at Steeple Aston Village Hall to celebrate Jessie’s life together. 

Funeral for Malcolm Hensher

It is with great sadness that I report the death of Malcolm Hensher on January 5th.  Malcolm and Joan moved into Grange Park in 1993. He immediately joined the bell ringing team at Steeple Aston. He was also very involved in church life serving on the Church Council and was Churchwarden from 2009 until 2017.

His funeral will take place at Steeple Aston Church on Wednesday, 28th January at 2.00pm.  At Malcolm’s request there will be a special peal of bells before the service. Donations in memory of Malcolm to be split between Steeple Aston Church and The Oxford Diocesan Bell Fund.

Graham Clifton, Churchwarden and Church Tower Captain

Funeral for Peter Stone 

We are very sorry to report the death of Peter Stone of The Nest, Paines Hill, Steeple Aston. His funeral will take place on Friday, February 6th at 2.00pm in Steeple Aston Village Church. The family welcome anyone who would like to celebrate the life of Peter. Tribute to follow.