Category: Persons – Surname beginning with H

Information about persons whose surnames begin with the letter H.

Simon Harvey – Taken From Us Far Too Soon

Monday 15th September 2025

Danny Howell writes:

Here’s a photo that serves as a reminder that photographers should always have their cameras ready, because you never know who or what is going to come into view. On 23rd August 2016 I was walking from the Market Place, crossing the entrance to Carson’s Yard, when who should come down East Street on a motorbike, than Simon Harvey. He called out “Danny, how are you doing?” to me and I quickly took his picture. Can anyone identify this yellow motorcycle? Do you, like me, have fond memories of Simon? He was taken from us, far too soon.

The Athenaeum Is Deeply Saddened By The Passing Of Teilo How

Saturday 4th January 2025

From the Facebook page of the Athenaeum, Warminster:

It is with deep sadness that the Warminster Athenaeum remembers the life of our talented technician, Teilo How, who has tragically left this world too soon. Teilo grew up in, and had a profound love for our theatre.

Teilo’s energy and contributions touched countless lives within the Theatre Community. In his memory, a Book of Remembrance will be available in the Athenaeum Gallery Room, where everyone is welcome to share their thoughts and memories.

We understand that some may wish to leave flowers. In lieu of this, Teilo’s family is planning to set up a fundraising platform to honour his name and support initiatives for young men’s mental health.

A light has gone out in a truly creative soul.

If you are affected by Teilo’s loss, we encourage you to seek support from local charities specialising in mental health and grief:

• We are Men – https://www.facebook.com/WAMWeAreMen/

• Open Door Chat Café – https://opendoorwarminster.org/

• MIND Frome – https://www.mindinsomerset.org.uk/

The Athenaeum is open every Monday to Saturday between 10:30am am to 12:30pm.

Death Of Joyce Hembury

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Joyce Elizabeth Hembury passed away peacefully on Tuesday 27th August 2024, aged 90. The beloved wife of the late Robert, mother and grandmother, and much-loved by all her family and friends. The funeral service will be held at St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church, Longbridge Deverill, on Friday 4th October 2024, at 12 noon, and will be followed by the burial. Family flowers only. Donations if desired can be made payable to The Cinnamon Trust c/o F. Curtis & Son, Funeral Directors, 11 Portway, Warminster, BA12 8QG.

Death Of The Former Manager Of The Geest Banana Depot, Warminster

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Raymond John Hilborne, OBE, passed away peacefully at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester, aged 101, on Saturday 7th September 2024. Predeceased by his parents Reginal John and Nellie Victoria, his brother Maurice; and survived by his brother Leonard. Beloved husband to Muriel for 74 years and cherished father to Christine, Janet and Roger (Cleone). Much loved granddad to Clare, Laura, Lauren (Joe), and Victoria (Domenic), great granddad to Freddie and Matilda.

Ray of Fair Oak, Hampshire, will be lovingly remembered by family, friends and caregivers. Ray was the long-standing Manager of the Geest Banana Depot at Copheap Lane, Warminster, having joined the company in the late 1950s, then later moving to Spalding to hold senior roles within the company, predominantly within the banana sector, until his retirement in 1989.

Family and friends are invited to the funeral service at Wessex Vale Crematorium, Hedge End, Southampton on Friday 4th October 2024, at 1.00 pm, followed by a reception, In lieu of flowers, Ray’s family are supporting Dementia UK. Contributions can be made through A.H. Freemantle, 19 High Street, Botley, SO30 2EA. Telephone 01489 876546.

Death Of Former Headmaster Of Horningsham Primary School

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Timothy Hill passed away on Thursday 5th September 2024, aged 79. Husband of Carole, father of Nick, Jim and Sam. He was at one time the Headmaster of Horningsham Primary School, and a long-time resident of Horningsham.

William And Mary Jane Player And Their Daughter Mabel Florence Holton

A gravestone in the east section of the churchyard at Christ Church, Warminster, has the inscription:

In Ever Loving Memory Of
William Player,
Who fell asleep March 5th 1921
Aged 52 years.
His end was peace.
Also
Mabel Florence Holton,
daughter of the above
Died July 21st 1928, aged 35 years.
Thy will be done.
Interred at Amesbury.
Also Mary Jane,
wife of the above
Died March 28th 1949, aged 81.
Her end was peace.

We Loved Thee Well But Jesus Loves Thee Best

A gravestone in the east section of the churchyard at Christ Church, Warminster, has the inscription:

We Loved Thee Well But Jesus Loves Thee Best.
In Loving Memory Of
My Beloved Wife
Mary Ann Hill,
Who Passed Away
May 10th 1930,
Aged 34 Years.
Also Of
Christopher William Hill
Who Departed This Life
Dec 25th 1946,
Aged 49 Years.
In Loving Memory Of
Dorothy Mary Hill
10.5.1930 – 27.8.2010

Russell Hawker – Comments About John Syme

5th January 2024

Russell Hawker writes:

I am sad to confirm that Warminster Town Councillor John Syme passed away on Wednesday in his flat. His next of kin, which in law is his wife (though they separated some years ago) who lives in Mere and his sister have now been informed. I now feel able to comment in public on this sad news.

I have been spending a lot of time with John over the last few months since I moved into Warminster and especially because he and I called for a by-election for the recent vacancy on the town council. With help from John, I was recently elected (albeit in a “no contest” election because I was the only valid candidate who came forward) to the council as an Independent.

John and I had plans to work closely together in the Broadway ward on the town council to help local residents and to try to sort local issues. Unfortunately, I will have to press ahead without the benefit of John’s vast local knowledge and network of contacts.

I feel lucky to have spent valuable time with John over the last few months discussing local issues.

John and I first met when we were both on West Wiltshire District Council (now merged into Wiltshire Council) back in 2003. I was a district councillor in Westbury. Later we ran against each other for the County Council seat in Warminster West in 2005. He beat me by 4 votes. He has never let me forget that he beat me. I was inspired by his very subtle approach to his election campaign as an Independent, and only a few months later I left the party I was in and have been Independent myself ever since.

Warminster Journal will be running an article about John next week.

The Death And Funeral Of Leslie Brian Hallett Of Warminster (Formerly Of Bishopstrow)

Wednesday 15th March 2023

Death. Leslie Brian Hallett. Passed away peacefully at Henford House, Warminster, on Monday 6th March 2023, aged 91. Married to Rosemary for almost 69 years. Funeral service will be held at West Wiltshire Crematorium, Semington, on Monday 27th March 2023, at 2.45 p.m. Followed by a family wake. No flowers or dark clothing please. Donations if desired to Wiltshire Air Ambulance.