Passed away peacefully at Horton General Hospital on Tuesday 6th May 2025, aged 97 years.
Much loved and greatly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Jim's funeral service will take place at St. Peter and St. Paul, Long Compton on Tuesday 20th May 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Jim are to benefit 'Katharine House Hospice’ and may be left at the service, or made by clicking the 'donate' button below.
Funeral enquiries c/o R. Locke & Son, Brailes, on (01608) 685 274.
Katharine House provides specialist palliative care for adults with life-limiting conditions across North Oxfordshire, South Northamptonshire and South Warwickshire.
As well as providing end of life care, we also offer support for symptom management and pain relief. But our care is not just about managing the physical symptoms of disease. We know that people need emotional and spiritual support too, so our professionals can help here. And we can help people to access the practical support they need too.
St Peter and St Paul is a local landmark, standing at the centre of this Cotswold village, often photographed by passing tourists. Dating from the 13th century, the church is a light and welcoming place. It is open to visitors every day in daylight hours, to admire the architecture and dwell on its history, or to spend some quiet time in prayer or reflection
The exterior is well known for its lych-gate, which passes under an old thatched cottage. The path up to the church door is flanked by yew balls and a grassy, stone walled churchyard. Inside, Long Compton church is a well-tended mix of ancient and modern. It was extensively restored in Victorian times, but its mediaeval character remains in its handsome proportions and attractive stonework. The whitewashed walls and clear glass in most of the windows give the church a light and airy feel.
The west of the church was altered in 2004 to provide two glass-fronted meeting rooms and a balcony, as well as kitchen facilities. This means that the church can be used more flexibly: for children's groups during some services, for meetings and break-out groups, and as a venue for concerts and other community events.
Service details
Funeral service
20 May, 2025 13:00
St. Peter and St. Paul's Long Compton, Shipston-on-Stour, Long Compton, CV36 5JJ
Shipston-on-Stour, Long Compton, CV36 5JJ
Messages of condolence
Always a joy to be with you Uncle Jim. Charles and Kate
Mrs Catherine Hubbard
Cash donations received at the Funeral Service.
Anonymous .
Happy memories of Jim when he and Doreen lived in Crockwell Street. Always so positive.