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Passed away peacefully on Saturday 23rd May 2026 at Aspen Court Care Home, Spondon, aged 86 years. A much loved sister, sister-in-law, auntie and great aunt. A celebration of Maureen's life will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Friday 12th June at 2.00pm in the Round Chapel. Dress code to wear something comfortable and cheerful. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for Treetops Hospice Care maybe given on the day, online or sent to A.W. Lymn Barton House 31 Chapel Side Spondon DE21 7JQ 01332 544 666 www.lymn.co.uk

(Ken) Suddenly passed away on Tuesday 26th May 2026 aged 77 years. Beloved husband of the late Anne Abbott, brother to Michael, cherished father to Sharon and Vanessa and a loving grandfather to Ellia and Theo. Ken will be deeply missed by all his family, friends and work colleagues. Funeral service will take place on Thursday 25th June at All Saints Church, Findern, 2.00pm followed by a committal at Markeaton Crematorium - Main Chapel at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers will be donated to the East Midlands Asbestos Support Team which may be left at the service or online via Ken's tribute page www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to Wathall's 01332 974221

(Holmes) Of Charnwood Avenue, Belper. Passed away peacefully at Rutland Manor Nursing Home on Saturday 2nd May 2026, aged 81 years. Leaving behind Sons and Daughters-in-law: John & Diana, David & Lynn, Steven & Sarah, Brother: George, Brother and Sister-in-law: Michael & Joanne. The Funeral Service will be held at Amber Valley Memorial Park & Crematorium on Monday 8th June 2026 at 3pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of Dementia UK. Donations will be collected on the day of service. Flowers and further enquiries please to Co-op Funeral Care, 1 Brookside, Belper DE56 1UR. Telephone 01773 820201

David Roy Barker sadly passed away at Queen's Hospital on 27th April 2026, aged 80 years. Beloved husband to Sheila, treasured dad of Janine and Caroline, adored grandad of Alice, Isabella and Claudia, and loving father in law to John and Martyn. David's Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday 16th June 2026 at 11:00am in the Main Chapel at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited to benefit 'Derby and Burton Hospitals Charity, Ward 20'. These may be given at the service or online at www.tjparryfunerals.co.uk. Funeral arrangements entrusted to; T. J. Parry & Family Funeral Directors, 188-189 Horninglow Street, Anson Court, Burton Upon Trent, DE14 1NG Tel: 01283 205285.

Passed away peacefully at Abbeydale Nursing Home on 22nd May 2026, aged 75 years. Beloved husband to Ruth, loving father to Chris and Kathryn and devoted grandad to Lilia, Emmie and Enya. Gordon will be sadly missed, by all who knew him. A funeral service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel, on Friday 19th June at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Gordon will support Samaritans of Mansfield and District, and can be left at the service or given online via Gordon's tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall's 01332 504026

At peace on the 21st May 2026 in the care of High Barrow Care Home. Gerald, aged 91 years of Crakemarsh. Devoted and loved husband of Mary and adored by all family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 17th June, service and interment at St. Giles Church, Croxden at 12noon. Family and friends wishing to attend are kindly invited to meet at the above Church. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the care of the Alzheimer's Society. Enquires to J P. Keates and Son Funeral Directors, Bank House, 37 Bank Street, Cheadle, ST10 1NR Tel; 01538752164 www.jpkeatesandson.co.uk

Harold passed away peacefully at Middleton Lodge Care Home on 19th May 2026. Aged 94 years. Loving husband to late Mary Elizabeth Butterton. Much loved Dad to Andrew and Alice. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday 16th June 2026, 3.30pm at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Harold to Age UK. Unit 4a Park Farm Centre, Birchover Way, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2QN 01332 550033

Passed away suddenly on 14th April 2026, aged 83 years. Beloved mum, grandmother, treasured sister, dearly loved aunt and great-aunt, taken suddenly from this life, she will be deeply missed by all her family, friends and neighbours. Gone, but never forgotten; gin nights will never be the same again! Now resting peacefully xx A service will be held at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Burton Road, Derby, DE1 1TJ on Tuesday 16th June 2026 at 10:00am followed by a committal at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston Lane, Aston-on-Trent, Derby, DE72 2AF at 11.30 am. A wake will be held at The White Hart Inn, 21 Derby Road, Aston-on-Trent, Derby, DE72 2AF from 12.00pm. Flowers welcome, however, donations in lieu can be given at the service to Church of St Joseph with the Convent of the Ursuline Sisters of Mary Immaculate. All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral, Littleover. Tel: 01332 322302

(Mandy) Passed away peacefully at home with her loving husband Paul by her side on Sunday 31st May 2026, aged 65 years. A much loved step mum to Helena and Lyndsay. Sister to Rob and mum to Toby, her beloved golden retriever. Mandy will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at The Barn, Dale Hill Natural Burial Ground, Ockbrook on Monday 29th June 2026 at 12.30pm followed by the burial. Black is not necessary, please wear smart/casual clothing. No flowers by request please. Donations if desired are invited for Linjoy Wildlife Sanctuary and Rescue. 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 Williams House, 77 Sitwell Street, Spondon, Derby, DE21 7FH Tel: 01332 661195.

Peacefully on Thursday 21st May at Beech Dene Residential Home, Leek, Mary aged 99 years. Beloved wife of the late Len, dearest mum of Glynn, Gary, Roger and Graham. Mary will be sadly missed by all her family. Funeral service and cremation to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday 22nd June at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations to the Air Ambulance gratefully appreciated. Further Inquiries to:- David H. Smith Funeral Directors, Fountain House, 17/21 Fountain street, Leek. ST13 6JS. Tel. (01538) 399661. www.davidhsmith.co.uk

(known as Anne) Passed away suddenly on Saturday 16th May 2026, at the age of 86, while residing at Holly Tree Lodge Care Home. Beloved wife of the late Derek, treasured mum to Alyson, Claire & Paul, a proud and loving nanny to Ben, Jodie, Jacob, Emily, Josh, Megan & Daisy and a great nanny to Alfie, Matilda & Oscar, a sister, aunty, friend and neighbour who will be missed by all who knew her. A celebration of Anne's life will be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Round Chapel, on Thursday 18th June at 1:00pm. Flowers are welcome, enquiries to A.W. Lymn Meek House 521 Burton Road Littleover DE23 6FT 01332 913 112 www.lymn.co.uk

Passed away peacefully on 14th May 2026 aged 99 years. Husband of the late Beryl for over 60 years. Much loved Dad of David and Ruth. Treasured grandad of Sean, Jordan, Michael, Farren, Siobhan and Jack and great grandad to Toby and Lily. Stanley was a great friend to many and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. A funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Monday 22nd June at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired may be given at the service to benefit Derby County Football Club Community Trust. All enquiries to Coop funeral Allenton DE24 9AA Tel: 01332 349925

(née Slack) Passed away suddenly at home on Friday 15th May 2026, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Rex, much loved mum of Marie and Rachel, mother-in-law to Andrew, treasured grandma of Thomas, Piers, Jacob and Katie, loving sister of the late Bert, Percy, June and Kay, also a friend to many. A Funeral Service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium, in the Main Chapel on Tuesday 23rd June at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for Sight Support Derbyshire and Macmillan Cancer Support can be left at the service or made via Rosa's tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries please to Wathall's Tel. 01332 345268

Mike, of Ilkeston Passed Away 14th May 2026, aged 73 Years A beloved Husband to Bernice A loving Dad to James, Joseph and Laura Mike's Funeral Services is to be held Monday 8th June 2026, at 12:30 pm Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel Family Flowers only Donations if desired will be forwarded to Macmillan All are warmly welcome after the service to The Sitwell Arms, Horsley Woodhouse DE7 6BN

(Tricia) Passed away peacefully on the 25th May 2026 Aged 92 Years. Beloved mother of Mark, Jonathan and Richard. Dear mother in law to Alison and Mandy. Cherished granny to Chloe, Grace and Amy. Tricia lived for many years in Turnditch before moving to Wirksworth in her later years. Tricia's funeral service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium - Round Chapel on Friday 19th June 2026 at 1pm Family flowers only please, any donations gratefully received will be given to Stroke Association c/o A Slater & Sons, 37-39 Compton, Ashbourne, DE6 1BX

Patricia Ann Johnson of Brook Close, Findern sadly passed away peacefully in her sleep on the 2nd May 2026 at the age of 79. A loving wife to Maurice, a much loved mother to Royston and Matthew and a proud nanny to Jake, Sam, Nate and Lily. She will be greatly missed by all her many friends. A celebration of Pat's life will be held at Findern Methodist Chapel on Friday 5th June at 1pm, followed by the committal at Bretby Crematorium in the Willow Chapel at 2.30pm. A wake and chance to share memories will be held back at Finern Methodist Chapel. Family flowers only please. Donations to Findern Methodist Chapel FM & J Wait Funeral Directors 32 St Peters Street, Stapenhill, Burton on Trent, DE15 9AW 01283 516666

Margaret Jones, formerly of 93, Dalebrook Road, Winshill passed away peacefully at Hoar Cross Nursing Home on 15th May 2026, aged 89 years. Much loved mother of Mark and Tim, treasured Grandma to Tom, Matt, Dan and Sam and Great Grandma to Whittaker, George and Sophie. A funeral service will be held in The Willow service Room, Bretby Crematorium on Tuesday 9th June at 12:15. Black need not be worn. No flowers please but if desired, donations to benefit Alzheimer's Society and Cancer Research UK. These may be given on the day or via the following link. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to F.M and J Wait, Stapenhill, 01283 688323. F.M. & J. WAIT Funeral directors, 32 St Peters street, Stapenhill, Burton, DE159AW. 01283 516666

It is with great sadness that we share the news that our beloved dad, John Keith passed away peacefully on Saturday 9th May 2026, aged 81 years. He was our rock, our hero and a true gentleman whose kindness and love touched so many lives. A wonderful dad to Sarah and Emma, cherished grandad to Maddie, Savannah, Tristan, Amelia and Maisie-Sue, much loved husband to our step mum Andrea de Laine who has become such an important part of our family, a loving husband to our wonderful mum the late Susan Keith, a beloved brother to Bobbie and Ralph, and a treasured uncle to Michael, Deborah, Spencer, Alistair and Adrienne. Dad dedicated so much of his life to helping others and serving the community and was incredibly proud to have been a former Mayor of Derby. He will be remembered by many of his generosity, dedication and warm spirit. We take comfort in knowing he is now at peace. Dad will be deeply missed and forever loved. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday 23rd June, Sinfin Moor Church at 11.00am followed by a committal at Trent Valley Crematorium at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers will support Down's Syndrome Derby which may be left at the service or online via John's tribute page www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to 01332 974221

Passed away at Royal Derby Hospital on 25 April 2026, aged 62 Years. Funeral Friday 12th June, service 9.30am at Markeaton Crematorium Enquiries to RDH Bereavement Services Tel: 01332 785557

Aged 89 years, formerly of Ednaston, Ashbourne. Passed away peacefully on 31st May 2026. Beloved husband of the late Christine, much loved Dad of Patrick, Pav, Peter, Jonathan and Patrick, father in law of Pat, Judy, Samantha and Fiona. A dear Grandad of Amanda, Kevin, Emily, Sophie, Fred, Emily and Alice and a loved brother of Sandra. Funeral Thursday 25th June. Service at Markeaton Crematorium at 2.30pm in the Main Chapel. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are for The Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son, Funeral Directors. Telephone: 01335 360319

(Drew) In Loving Memory of Andrew Leckie Drew sadly passed away suddenly on Sunday 17th May 2026, aged 74 years. A devoted dad, grandad, great-grandad, brother, uncle, and a friend to many. Drew's funeral service will be held at Bretby Crematorium in the Cedar Room at 11:15am on Thursday 25th June 2026, followed by a wake at Newhall Labour Club - a place he loved spending time with family and friends over the years. We would love for you to join us in celebrating Drew's life, sharing memories, laughter, and love together. Everyone is warmly welcome. Family flowers only by kind request. Donations in Drew's memory will be kindly received for the National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA), and can be made below or on the day of the funeral.