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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:
Bryan FITCHETT
Passed away peacefully after a very short illness at the Florence Nightingale Community Hospital on Friday 13th December 2024, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Jean, much-loved and respected dad to Mike, Deb, Darren & Jon. A wonderful father-in-law to Nick, Dave, Lindsay & Kate, and a very treasured grandad and great grandad. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A celebration of Bryan’s life will take place at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent Derby on Friday 24th January 2025 at 12.30pm. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Bryan will support Dementia UK and can be placed in the collection box at the service. After the service there will be a gathering, venue to be announced at the service. We do hope you will join us to reminisce and celebrate Bryan’s life. Please bring your favourite memories of Bryan to share with the family. All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral, Chaddesden. Tel 01332 281442
Yvonne Rosemary FORBES
Passed away peacefully at home on 18th December 2024 with her family by her side. Aged 91. Beloved wife of the late Ken. Cherished mother of Terry, Adrian and Jenny. Loving grandma to Simon, Amy, Katy, Andrew, Sam and Ellie. Proud great grandma of Grace and Orsen. A treasured sister to Ros, Pam and Ed. Yvonne will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. The funeral service will be held at St John’s Church, Horninglow on Wednesday 22nd January at 11.45 followed by committal at Bretby Crematorium, Cedar Chapel. Further enquiries to Wellings Funeral Service. Tel: 01283 56355.
Joan FOWKES
of Wessington, passed away peacefully on 17th December 2024, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of Ian, dearly loved sister of Jean, sister in law of Bill, dear auntie of Carl and Claire and a dear friend to many. Service and cremation to be held on Friday 31st January 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Amber Valley Memorial Park, Swanwick. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be given for the RSPCA. Further enquiries and donations: www.archwayfuneralservice.co.uk Terry Daniel, Archway Funeral Service, Chapel Street, Ripley. Tel: 01773 749028
Margaret Doris GARRATT
Passed away peacefully at Florence Nightingale Community Hospital on 21st December 2024. Aged 85 years. Beloved wife to John and much-loved sister to Alan and Anthony. Margaret will be sadly missed, by all who knew her. A funeral service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Wednesday 22nd January at 11.00am. Donations in memory of Margaret will support Cancer Research UK and can be left at the service or given online via Margaret’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
Edward James (Ted) GOODALL R.V.M
(Ted ) Passed away at the Royal Derby Hospital on Sunday 15th December 2024 aged 91 years. Beloved husband to the late Kath, a much loved dad of Mandy and the late Susan, and father in law to David. A wonderful grandad to Daniel and Lucy, also great grandad to Jack, Shay, Willow and Ivy. Edward was a fantastic uncle, brother and will be greatly missed by all of his nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by all his friends that knew him from being the licensee at The Half Moon, Littleover during the years of 1973 to 1991. The family also wish to thank The Cedar Tree Care Home which took great care of Edward during his stay with them. A funeral service will take place on Friday 24th January 2025 at Markeaton Crematorium (Main Chapel) at 10.00am. Family flowers only please, however donations may be given at the service in memory of Ted these will go on to support SSAFA The Armed Forces Charity which was a charity close to his heart. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
Peter Charles GREEN
Passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on Tuesday 17th December 2024, aged 79 years. Beloved husband of Daphne, loving father to Caroline and Daniel, much loved grandfather to Holly, Daisy and Hannah. Peter will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St Wilfrid’s Church, Barrow upon Trent on Friday 17th January 2025 at 11.00am, followed by a private burial at St James’ Churchyard, Swarkestone. No black to be worn please. Checked shirts, tweed, waistcoats and Barbour jackets are welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for the British Heart Foundation. These can be made online at www.georgesimnett.co.uk or may be given at the service. All enquiries to George Simnett Family Funeral Directors Walker House, 65 High Street, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 6TB Tel: 01332 690211.
Terence Frederick (Terry) HALL
(Terry) Passed away peacefully at the Royal Manor Nursing Home on Saturday 14th December 2024 aged 75 years. Terence will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. His wife Teresa, his sons James, David and partner Charlotte, Thomas and wife Edie. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday 29th January 11.00am at St Joseph’s Catholic Church followed by burial at Nottingham Road Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Kind donations in Terry’s memory may be made to Dementia UK. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview,Littleover,Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
Paul Barry HARVEY
Son of Barry and Mary Harvey of Measham and brother of Kathryn Martin, passed away suddenly after a long illness on 11th December, aged 55 years. The funeral will take place at Bretby Crematorium at 1:45 pm on Tuesday 14th January. Donations to Parkinson’s will be collected at the service. All enquiries to W. B. Bradford and Son Funeral Service, Measham, DE12 7HR. Tel: 01530 270380.
Geoff HENSON
Beloved husband of Rosemary, and dad of Victoria and Lizzie. Much loved grandad of Oli and Will, and a great friend to many. Passed away 17th December 2024, aged 81. Funeral service to be held at St Peter’s Church, Netherseal on Monday 13th January at 11 am, followed by cremation at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only, and joyful attire. Donations, if desired, to the British Heart Foundation and Mesothelioma UK Any enquiries may be made to JP Springthorpe & Co Ltd Castle Lodge, South Street Ashby de la Zouch Leicestershire LE65 1BR Tel: 01530 417310
John Emyr (Taff) JONES
(Taff) Formerly of Penzance Road, Alvaston. Peacefully at Bramble Lodge Care Home on the 29th December 2024 aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Maureen, much loved dad to Karen and Janet and a loved grandad to Emily and Eleanor and a father in law to Dean and Randall. Funeral service will be held at Markeaton crematorium on Friday 24th January at 2pm. Family flowers only but if desired donations to the Alzheimer’s Society may be made via www.wathalls.co.uk.
Peter KAMINSKI
Peter Johann Kaminski. – Of Heage near Belper, passed away on Sunday 22nd December 2024 after a six year period of ill health. Dearly loved and desperately missed by his brother (Christopher) and carer for 43 years. Thank you for all the happiness you gave me, I will love you forever.
Janet KINSEY (NEE ISON)
Of Swadlincote. Peacefully passed away on Monday 16th December 2024, 80 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Derrick. Loving mum to Steve and mum-in-law to Mel. Devoted grandma to Ruby and Lottie. Janet will be fondly and sadly missed by her family and friends. Janet’s funeral service will take place at Bretby Crematorium in the Willow Service Room on Thursday 23rd January at 11.30am. Please join the family for light refreshments afterwards at The Wheel Inn, Midway. Family flowers only by kind request. Janet had a real soft spot for cats and any donations will be forwarded to the Cats Protection, Derby & District branch, to help support their work.
Jack LAVEN
Of Crich Lane, Belper passed away peacefully with family by his side at home on 14th December, aged 92. Leaving behind Wife Pam, Children, Grandchildren, Great -Grandchildren and Family. The Funeral Service will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour on Wednesday 22nd January at 11:30am, followed by Interment at Belper Cemetery (family only). Donations in lieu of flowers to go to Treetops Hospice. Donations will be collected on the day of the Service Central Coop Funeral Home 1 Brookside Belper DE56 1UR
Joyce Valerie LEE (nee Harrison)
(nee Harrison) Passed away suddenly, at the Royal Derby Hospital, on Thursday 12th December 2024 aged 88 years. Loved wife of the late Roy. Loving mum to Sharon, mother-in-law to Steven. Special nannie to Jessica and Samuel and a loved sister to Shirley. The funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium (Round Chapel) on Monday 20th January 10.30am. All further enquiries to Central Coop, Spondon. Telephone 01332 664976
Jacqueline Bewley LLOYD
Formerly Saysell Jackie passed away at Ilkeston Hospital on Saturday 14th December 2024, aged 85 years. Adored wife and soul mate to Peter. Much loved mum to Caroline, John, Paul, Peter and Julia. A cherished granny and much loved sister to Geoff. Jackie will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St Werburgh’s Church, Spondon on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 12 noon followed by interment at Spondon Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations for The Heanor Ward at Ilkeston Hospital can be made online at www.georgesimnett.co.uk. Donations for Dementia Friendly Oakwood (café) can be made online at justgiving.com/crowdfunding/forgetmenotdementia or may be given at the service. All enquiries to George Simnett Family Funeral Directors, Williams House, 77 Sitwell Street, Spondon, Derby, DE21 7FH, Tel: 01332 661195.
Geraldine Clare (Gerry) LONGWORTH
(Gerry) Passed away peacefully on Monday 9th December 2024, aged 85 years. Loving wife of the late Peter, a much loved sister to Alan, sister in law to Pat, and a loving auntie to many nieces and nephews. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Monday 20th January 2025 at 2.30pm. The family have requested no flowers please. Donations if desired are invited for Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance Service. These can be made online at www.georgesimnett.co.uk or may be given at the service. All enquiries to George Simnett Family Funeral Directors Walker House, 65 High Street, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 6TB Tel: 01332 690211.
Gillian Sheila MAXWELL (née Brame)
(née Brame) Sadly passed away on Sunday 15th December 2024, aged 70 years. Loving Wife of Lance, much loved Mum of Jason and Emma, Mother in law to Richard and Karen, adored Grandma to Ollie, Lucy, Harry and Chloe, and a loving Sister to Ian, Cheryl and Sally Ann. Gill will be sadly missed by her many friends, and colleagues at the University of Derby. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Thursday 30th January 2025 at 1.30pm. Autumnal attire welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance and Derbyshire Blood Bikes. These can be made online at www.georgesimnett.co.uk or may be given at the service. All enquiries George Simnett Family Funeral Directors Walker House, 65 High Street, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 6TB Tel: 01332 690211.
Thomas MCGINTY
Passed away peacefully at home on 12th December 2024 aged 79 years. Beloved Husband of the late Mary McGinty. Much loved Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will be held at St Georges and All Saints R.C. Church 40 Village Street Derby on Thursday 30th January 2025 at 11.30am. Followed by Interment at Nottingham Road Cemetery. All enquiries to: Central Coop Funeral Sinfin DE24 3DS. Tel: 01332 271088
Keith PALMER
Following a long battle with Motor Neurone Disease Keith sadly passed away on 10th December 2024. Loving husband to Carrie, father to Sharon and Phillip and devoted grandad to Olivia, Lydia, Jack and Sophie he will be sadly missed by all who loved him and knew him. Our heartfelt thanks go out to everyone at the East Cheshire Hospice who cared for him in his final few weeks. In accordance with Keith’s wishes there will be no funeral but we welcome any donations to East Cheshire Hospice, Macclesfield.
David PEARSALL
Passed away peacefully on 29th December 2024 aged 84 years. Beloved husband of the late Marion, loving dad to Peter and Ian, much loved father-in-law to the late Sheila, Kazzy & Nad. Treasured grandad to Nikki, Michelle, Holly and Charlie. Great grandad to Chloe, Calum, Faith, Kai, Lucia and Joey. Beloved brother to Derek, Ken, John, Betty, Muriel, June and Olive also a much loved uncle to many. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday 15th January 2025 at 11.30am at Lichfield & District Crematorium, Fradley Lane, Fradley, Lichfield. Black need not be worn. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Nightingale Macmillan Unit Staff (Fund No. 14004) may be placed in the donation box at the end of the service and online via this notice. Enquiries please to F M & J Wait Telephone: 01283 516666
Alan Christopher PENNY (of Allestree)
(of Allestree) Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 20th December 2024, aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Catherine (Cath), loving Dad to Colin, Martin, Stephen and Janene, loving Stepdad to Stephen and Anne-Marie, loving Father-In-Law, Grandad, Grandpa and dear brother to John. Alan will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. A service will be held at Church Of The Holy Family, Blenheim Drive, Allestree on Thursday 16th January at 12:30pm followed by a committal service at Markeaton Crematorium (Main Chapel). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given at the service for Amber Valley Stroke Group and Treetops. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral, Allestree Tel: 01332 550033