It is with the heaviest of hearts that the families of Lucy Martin and John Watts announce the passing of our beloved Lucy and Baby Elodie Rowan on Monday 23rd March 2026.

Everybody that knew Lucy will be well aware of what a devastating loss this is to us all.

A funeral service for them both is being held at St. Peter’s and St Paul’s church Blandford on Saturday 25th April at 11:30am, all are welcome. This will be followed by a private burial so please go ahead to The Crown and the family will rejoin you.

The family have requested family flowers only and donations in lieu are for Dorset Wildlife Trust.

To donate online or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.funeraldirector.co.uk/funeral/lucy-martin or send care of Lesley Shand Funeral Service, 28 East Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7DR (01258) 453425.