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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:
Malcolm Arthur (Mac) THACKER
(Mac) Mac passed away peacefully at the Florence Nightingale Community Hospital on Thursday 28th November 2024 aged 78 years. Mac was the dearly loved partner of Tracey, a devoted father to David and Maxine and a treasured granddad & great granddad. Mac will be sorely missed by all his family and many friends. A service to celebrate Mac’s life will be held at St Michael’s Church, Holbrook on Friday 10th January 2025 at 10:30am. Donations made in loving memory of Mac will support the work of Mesothelioma UK these maybe made at the service, online at rydefunerals.co.uk/donations. All enquiries to Thomas Ryde & Son, Belper. Thomas Ryde & Son 35 Bridge Street Belper DE56 1AY Tel: 01773 822059 www.rydefunerals.co.uk
Edna BEADSMOORE
Of Brailsford, passed away peacefully on 16th December 2024, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Eddie, loving mum of Anne and Lynne & much loved nana of Amy, Oliver and Beth also a dear sister and friend. Funeral Tuesday 14th January 2025. Service at All Saints’ Church, Brailsford at 11.30am, followed by interment in the Cemetery. You are welcome to join them at the Kedleston Park Golf Club afterwards. Family flowers only please, donations may be given to CRY (Cardiac Risks in the Young). The family have requested for mourners to wear or carry something orange please. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319
Ian David CALLADINE (of Chaddesden)
(of Chaddesden) Passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital, on Sunday 15th December 2024, aged 76 years. Much loved Husband to the late Diane, dearly loved Dad to Adam and Cheryl, Grandad to Lily, Luke, Jake and Aaliyah. Ian will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium (Round Chapel) on Thursday 2nd January 2025 at 10.30am. Flowers are welcome and may be sent to Coop Funeral, Chaddesden, or donations to benefit the Air Ambulance may be made on line by visiting funeral-notices.co.uk, or may be placed in the donation box at the service. All enquiries: Tel 01332 281442
Alfred James (GD) CAMP
(GD) Passed away peacefully after a short illness on Saturday 30th November 2024 at Royal Derby Hospital Aged 85 years. Beloved Father to Evelyn, Sonia, Alfred and Virginia. Treasured Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, Husband and friend to many over the years. Alfred will be sorely missed by all who knew him. A celebration of Alfred’s life to take place on Friday 3rd January 2025 at St. James’ Church, Swarkestone, DE73 7GT at 10am, followed by a burial in the churchyard. Donations gratefully received for Royal British Legion can be given on the day, online or sent care of Wentworth House 337 Osmaston Park Road Allenton Derby DE24 8DA
Leonard Frank (Len) COX
(Len) On 14th December 2024 at Royal Derby Hospital, Len passed away peacefully aged 94 years after a short stay in hospital. Dearly beloved husband of the late Marian, loved partner to Betty, much loved Dad to Linda & Julie, and a loved Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle and Father-in-Law. The Funeral service will take place on Thursday 2nd January 2025 at 2pm Markeaton Crematorium (Round chapel). Family flowers only please, however donations may be given at the service in memory of Len will go on to The British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
Bridget (Bridie) DONEGAN
Bridie Passed away peacefully at the Mercy Care Centre surrounded by her loving family on 7th December 2024, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Larry, much loved mum of Philomena, Teresa, Bernadette, Christopher and Veronica and a treasured mother-in-law, grandma, great momma, sister and auntie who will be greatly missed by family, friends and all who knew her. Funeral Monday 13th January, Requiem Mass 1.00pm in St Mary’s Church, Bridge Gate DE1 3AX, followed by interment at Nottingham Road Cemetery. In Bridie’s memory please feel welcome to wear a splash of colour. If wished, donations payable to ‘Making Space, Derby Branch’ (to support Derby City Dementia Service) may be given at the funeral or made online by using the link below. All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 25 Main Street, Findern, Derby, DE65 6AG. Tel: 01332 425022.
Brian Edward (of Darley Abbey) EVANS (Ted)
(Ted) (of Darley Abbey) Passed away peacefully at Royal Derby Hospital on Friday 13th December 2024, aged 89 years. Loving husband of Annabelle and father to Neill, Suzy, Jenny and Guy. Ted will be missed by all who knew him. A service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium (Main Chapel) on Friday 24th January at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu maybe given at the service for Save The Children. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral (Allestree) Tel: 01332 550033
Cynthia Ann FARMER (Rowland)
(Rowland) Formerly of Devonshire Drive, Mickleover. Passed away suddenly, but peacefully at Bramble Lodge Care Home on 7th December aged 89 years. Leaving behind her son Adrian, daughter-in-law Mary, and brothers Bill and David. Always With Us. The funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January at 3pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to Treetops Hospice. Donations will be collected on the day of the service. Further enquiries please to Central Coop Funeral Care, Belper, DE56 1UR, telephone 01773 820201.
Died peacefully after a brief illness at Royal Derby Hospital on 20th December 2024. Aged 95 years. Beloved husband to Beryl, loving father to Gill and Jan and devoted ‘Gramps’ to Alex, Elliott, Laurence & Charlie. John will be sadly missed, by all who knew him. A funeral service will take place at St John the Evangelist Church, Mill St, Derby DE1 3HZ on Tuesday 21st January at 11.30am followed by a private cremation at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of John will support St John’s Church, Derby. and can be left at the service or given online via John’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
Rosemary FLETCHER (Née Birkin)
(Née Birkin) Passed away peacefully at the Kings College Hospital, London on 2nd December 2024. Beloved wife of the late Barry, much loved mother to Claire and Jane, treasured grandmother to Zara, Cameron, Arthur and Edith and step-daughter to Ivy. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Monday 30th December, service 2:15pm in the Cedar Chapel at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu will support the Macmillan Cancer Support and may be left at the service or given online at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s Telephone: 01283 205 133
Candace Maureen GEEKIE
Passed away at the Royal Derby Hospital on Sunday 27th October 2024, aged 62 years. Funeral Service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium in the Round Chapel on Tuesday 14th January 2025 at 9.30am. Any enquiries to Natasha Hutchinson Tel. 07385141592.
Helen Roberta GRAY
Passed away peacefully at Royal Derby Hospital on 18th December 2024. Aged 81 years. Beloved wife to Gordon loving mum to Julian and Alastair, devoted granny to George, Freddie, Naomi and Yasmin and proud great granny to Sonnie, Jesse and Rory. Helen will be sadly missed, by all who knew her. A funeral service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Friday 7th February at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Helen will support The Nightingale Macmillan Unit at Royal Derby Hospital and can be left online via Helen’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
John HAMILTON-COX
Passed away suddenly, but peacefully at home on 15th December 2024, aged 90 years. Loving partner and dearly missed by Marion. John will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. At Johns request a private service will be held. All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299. To light a candle or leave a memory of John, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on Tributes and Donations).
John Edward HAMMERSLEY
Aged 83 years. It is with much sadness we announce that on the 7th December 2024, John passed away suddenly at home. Loved dearly by Val, his wife of 60 years, his brother, Chris, half-sister Susan, his children, Paul, Elaine, and John, his grandchildren, Julia and Annabelle, and extended family and friends. We all miss him a great deal already. The funeral service will be held on Thursday 9th January 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at St Paul’s Church, Little Eaton – the village in which he grew up and spent much of his life – followed by burial with his mother, Mary, in the churchyard. All welcome. Flowers welcome. Donations in lieu will support the British Heart Foundation and can be left at the service or sent care of Archway Funeral Service, 16 Chapel Street, Ripley, DE5 3DL (01773 749028).
Daphne Roberta HAYTON (nee Chedgey)
(nee Chedgey) Formerly of Mickleover. Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Abbey Court Nursing Home on 12th December 2024, aged 101 years. Loving mum of David, Paul and the late Brian, dear mother-in-law of Christine and Alison. Daphne will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to take place at All Saints Church, Mickleover on Friday 10th January at 1:00pm, followed by a private committal at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for British Limbless Ex-Service Men’s Association (BLESMA) may be left at the service or given online at www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to Wathall’s Tel: 01332 986770.
Barbara HOLT
Passed away peacefully, at London Road Community Hospital on Wednesday 4th December 2024 aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Jim. Loved and missed by daughter Kathryn, son David, grandchildren Chelsea, William and Jessica, great grandchildren Lewis, Elodie and Everly and wider family and friends. Barbara was a dedicated school teacher at St Werburgh’s Spondon, until her retirement. The funeral service will take place at Trent Valley Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January 2025 at 11.30am. Donations in Barbara’s memory for Alzheimer’s Society may be placed in the box at the service or made online at funeral-notices.co.uk. All further enquiries to Central Coop Spondon. Telephone 01332 664976
Elsie Mary HOOD
Sadly passed away on 1st December 2024, aged 84 years. Beloved wife to Geoffrey. Adored mum to Deborah. Treasured grandma to Josh and Lauren, and great grandma to Axel, Ralph and Teddie. A very special friend to many. Funeral Wednesday 8th January, service 2:30pm, in the Willow Room at Bretby Crematorium. Donations requested in lieu of flowers will support St Giles’ Hospice, and can be placed in the collection box at the service. To donate online, light a candle or leave a memory of Elsie, please visit www.murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on Tributes and Donations). Any enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299.
(Ekins) Audrey passed away peacefully at The Cedar Tree Care Home on 10th December 2024 aged 97 years. Devoted Wife to the late Tony and a beloved Sister to the late Fred. Cherished Aunt to Lynda, Robert, Marcus, David, Caroline and Carl. Audrey will also be lovingly remembered by all of her great nieces and nephews. A funeral service to celebrate Audrey’s life will be held on Tuesday 7th January 2025 at 10.30am at Markeaton Crematorium – Round Chapel. Family flowers only please but if desired any donations in memory of Audrey can be made at the service and will go on to support The Air Ambulance Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland. 3-5, Southview Littleover Derby DE23 6FP 01332 332302
Passed away peacefully in the presence of his wife and 5 daughters on Wednesday 11th December 2024, aged 89 years. Beloved Husband of Sheila Catherine Martin. An adored Father to Sharon, Deborah, Jane, Sarah and Michelle and a much loved Father in law. Grandad to 12 and Great Grandad to 7. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday 21st January 2025 at Markeaton Crematorium in the Main Chapel at 11.00am. Donations in lieu of flowers to Headway Derby may be left at the service, online or sent care of A. W. Lymn Derwent House 9 Becket Street Derby DE1 1HT 01332 348 800 www.lymn.co.uk
(Sue) (Chaddesden) Sue passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on 10th December 2024 aged 84 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Gerald, dearly loved mother to Justin and mother-in-law to Kirsty and much loved and missed Grandma to George and Emily. Sue was a dear friend to many and will be deeply missed by all that knew her in the community. The funeral service will be held on Monday 6th January 2025 at 1:00 pm in the Nottingham Road Cemetery Chapel followed by burial. Family flowers only by request. Donations may be made in lieu to Cancer Research UK in the donation box at the service or made online at funeral-notices.co.uk All enquiries to central Coop Funeral, Chaddesden. Tel 01332 281442.
Sadly passed away on Sunday 15th December 2024, aged 82 years. Beloved Wife of the late Brian, much loved Mum of Linda, Helen and David. Mother-in-law to Paul, Julian and Karen, Grandma to Sarah, Wayne, Daniel, Richard and the late Michelle, and a very special Great Grandma. A funeral service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Chaddesden on Wednesday 15th January at 12.00 noon followed by burial at Nottingham Road Cemetery. Flowers welcome and may be sent Central Coop Funeral, 177 Chaddesden Lane, Chaddesden, DE21 6LJ. Alternatively if desired donations to benefit ‘MIND’ may be placed in the donation box at the end of the service. All enquiries to 01332 281442.
Barbara O ‘ DONNELL
O’DONNELL Barbara Passed away at The Royal Derby Hospital 3 days after a fall at home. Aged 90 years. Much Loved Wife of the late Mick, Mum to Sue and 2nd Mum to Bev. Loving Aunty to Pauline, Glen, Stephen, Mick and Chris. Beloved friend to Mary, Jeanette and Graeme and many others. Will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium (Main Chapel) on Friday 17 January 2025 at 11am. Feel free to wear bright colours. No flowers please. A donation to Derby Cats Protection would have been much appreciated by Barbara. Donations may given at the service. 73 Normanton Road, Derby DE1 2GH 01332 344070
George Brian PRESTON
Passed away peacefully on 15th December 2024, at Queens Hospital Burton, aged 97 years. Much loved and dearly missed by wife Margaret. Special dad to Garry and Janet. Cherished grandad to Clare and Stuart. Treasured great-grandad to Ella, Rhys, Libby. Lexie and Maci. George will be dearly missed by all his friends and family. Funeral Tuesday 14th January 2025, service 2.15pm at Bretby Crematorium, in the Cedar Room. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of George will benefit Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity. All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 23 York St, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299. To donate online, light a candle or leave a memory of George, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk, (click on Tributes and Donations).
Donald Arthur (Don) RAWSON
Don Donald Arthur Rawson (Don) sadly passed away on Thursday, 12th December. He was a much-loved husband to Jean, a loving father to Zoe, and a devoted stepfather to John and Susan. Life won’t be the same without you, and you will forever remain in our hearts x Don’s funeral will be private service – Family only Donation in lieu if desired to Derby Royal hospital, ward 405. Funeral wake to be held at The Masons Arms, 1 Etwall Road, Mickleover, Derby, Derbysire, DE3 0DL on Wednesday 8th January 2025 at 10:30am All enquiries to Fellows Funeral Directors Ltd, 156 Station Road, Mickleover, Derby, Derbyshire, DE3 9FL 01332 511119
Iris May SALISBURY
Sadly passed away at Queens Hospital, on 4th December 2024, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur. Much loved mum of Lynn. Very dear mother in law of Barry. Treasured grandma of Steven, Jasmine, Harry and Rosie. Cherished great grandma of Alfie. A dear sister and a special auntie. Iris will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. The funeral service will take place at Bretby Crematorium, Cedar Chapel on Friday 10th January at 11.15am. Floral tributes welcome and/or donations in memory of Iris may be placed in the collection box at the service and will be forwarded to Alzheimer’s Society. Further enquiries and floral tributes may be sent to Wellings Funeral Service 55 Derby Street Burton Upon Trent Staffordshire DE14 2LD Tel: 01283 563555.
Raymond Andrew (Ray) SHAW
(Ray) Passed away peacefully at his home on 4th December 2024, aged 73 years. Much loved husband of the late Anne, a loving dad of the late Adrian and a loved brother, brother in law, uncle & great uncle. Funeral Thursday 9th January 2025. Service at Christ Church, Hulland at 11.30am, followed by a private interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations may be given to Cancer Research UK & Treetops Hospice. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319
Barbara SHEARER
Passed away peacefully on 10th December 2024, aged 79 years. Beloved Wife to David, treasured Mum to Susan and David, much loved Grandma and Great-Grandma. She will be very sadly missed by all who knew her. Barbara’s funeral will take place at 10:30, on Tuesday 7th January at Trent Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for Ward 2 at the Florence Nightingale Community Hospital may be left at the service or sent via her tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 752377
Gwendoline SMITH
Passed away peacefully at Brookfields Nursing Home after a long illness bravely borne, on Friday 29th November 2024 aged 87 years. Much loved and will always be remembered by her family: Christopher and Theresa Smith, Hannah, Chris and India Briggs, Sarah and Adam Hodgkinson, and Alistair, Beth and Rosie Hodgkinson. A very special thank you to Gwen’s Brookfields family for their loving care and support over many years. Rest in peace. A funeral service for Gwen will be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Round Chapel on Friday 3rd January 2025 at 10.30 am. Flowers welcome. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral, Allenton. Tel: 01332 349925.
Norma SOUSTER
Passed away peacefully at home in Devon on 29th November 2024, aged 96. Beloved Wife of the late William, Mother, Sister, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Service at East Devon Crematorium, Whimple, Thursday January 9th at 10:45am. Family flowers only please, donations in her memory for RNLI (Exmouth) may be sent to Shoobridge Funeral Services, 26 Exeter Road, Exmouth EX8 1PP.
Pat (Patricia) SPAIN
(Patricia ) Peacefully on 5th December 2024, at the RSUH, Pat, aged 82 years. The dearly beloved and devoted Wife of the late Alan, of Kidsgrove. Much loved Sister of Kathleen, Marie and the late Michael, a loved Sister-in-law, Aunt, Cousin and Friend to many. Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 10th January 2025, at 11.30am. Will relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at Carmountside. No flowers by request. Donations preferred for The British Heart Foundation. Donations and enquiries to Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.
Elsie Shreeve SUSAN JENNIFER PLEWS
Sue passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 8th December 2024 aged 75 years. A beloved wife to the late Terry. Loving mum to Adrian and Hayley and a devoted nana to James, Sam, Jake and Mia, and dedicated mother in law to Sarah and Larshy. It is with also great sadness that Sue’s mum Elsie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday 17th December 2024 aged 101 years. Elsie was a beloved wife to the late Ted and loving mum to the late Sue. A devoted nana to Adrian and Hayley and a much loved great nana to James, Sam, Jake and Mia. Both of these very special ladies will be greatly missed by their family and all of the friends that knew them. The funeral service for Sue and Elsie will take place at Markeaton Crematorium ( Main Chapel) on Wednesday 8th January 2025 at 10.00am. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all who have kindly sent messages and thoughts of condolence at this very sad time. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Sue and Elsie may be given at the service these will go on to support The British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
Margaret Helen (Helen) WALKER
(Helen) Passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on Tuesday 10th December 2024 aged 85 years. Devoted wife of the late Mick. Beloved loved sister to Morag and Donald, and much loved aunty to Stuart, Stuart, Graham, David and Tony. Helen will be greatly missed by all her family and friends that knew her. A funeral service will be held on Thursday 9th January 2025 at Markeaton Crematorium ( Main Chapel) at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, however donations received in memory of Helen will go on to support Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
Joyce Cynthia WALSTER
Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday 5th December with her family by her side, aged 91 years. A much loved wife to Derek. A Loving mum to Derek, Stephen, Gary and Wendy. Also a loving grandma and great grandma. A funeral service will be held in the Cedar Service Room, Bretby Crematorium on Friday 3rd January 2025 at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Joyce are for Marie Curie and Treetops Hospice and can be left in the donation box as you exit the service All enquiries to Ward and Brewin Funeral Services. Telephone 01283 215969.
Peter John (Pete) WELLS
(Pete) Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 14th December 2024, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Jenny, loved and respected dad to Alan, David and Andrew, father-in-law to Sue, Lucy and Carla. A proud grandad to Rocky, Isobel, Martha, Evan, Zara and brother to Paul and Ann. He will be very sadly missed by all who knew him. Pete’s funeral will take place at 11:30 on Friday 17th January 2025 at Trent Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for either Macmillan Cancer Support or Treetops Hospice may be left at the service or via his tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 752377