Obituaries

KEATS, Valerie Elizabeth (née Cox): Passed away peacefully, 21 July 2025, at Ilam Lifecare, aged 85 years. Adored wife of the late Desmond, loving mother of Linda, Christopher, Murray and Warren, treasured grandmother of Kyle, Chante, Tom, Harvey, Stanley, George, Sam and Henry, loved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many, she will be dearly missed by all. In accordance with Valerie’s wishes a private cremation will be held.