'Dearly loved grandad' in Derby Telegraph funeral notices this week

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:

Anthony GORING

Sadly passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 1st September 2024 aged 74 years. Dearly Loved husband to Lynn. Loving Father to Shaun, Marc, Wayne & Dean. Treasured Grandad and a friend to many. Anthony's funeral will be held on Thursday 19th September at Church Gresley Cemetery at 2.30pm.

Noel GOULD

Passed away peacefully at the Nightingale Nursing Home on Friday 30th August 2024 aged 94 years. Beloved husband of the late Barbara Gould, much loved dad of Nick and Tim, father-in-law of Lynn, a special grandpa of Nick, Samantha, Selina, Charlotte, Zoe, Shona and Jordan. Noel will also be missed by his great-grandchildren. The coffin will be received into Our Lady of Lourdes on Monday 23rd September at 4.00pm. Requiem Mass to take place on Tuesday 24th September at 09.30am, followed by a burial at Marston-on-Dove Cemetery at 11.00am. Flowers welcome or donations in lieu of flowers will support Dementia UK which may be left at the service. All enquiries to Wathall's 01332 974221

Christopher John (Chris) GRAY

Chris Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on 20th August 2024, aged 77 years. Chris will be sorely missed by his wife Val, son Phil and all his family and many friends. Funeral Friday 13th September, Service 12.30pm at Trent Valley Crematorium, Derby Road, Aston on Trent, DE72 2AF You will all have your memories of Chris that will bring you a smile, that was what he was about. Family flowers only please, donations in memory to Cancer Research UK may be made at the service or online with the link provided. All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 25 Main Street, Findern, Derby DE65 6AG. Tel: 01332 425022

Donald William (Don) GWINNETT

(Don) Passed away peacefully, at his home, on Wednesday 28/08/2024 with his family by his side. A much loved husband of Sheila, adored father to Jane and Clare and a grandad. Don will be missed by all who knew him. A service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Tuesday 24th September in the Main Chapel at 12:30pm. Family flowers only please, however, if desired, donations may be made at the service and will be given, in Don's name to the Macmillan Nurses. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral, Birchover Way, Allestree, Derby DE22 2QN. 01332 550033.

Brenda (Nee Fearn) HODSON-WALKER

Nee Fearn Brenda sadly passed away peacefully at Cadley Hill View Care Home in Swadlincote on Wednesday 14th August, aged 88 years . A much loved mum to Ian, Lisa and Robert, Grandma to Bethany, Mother in law to Lisa, And a dear friend to many. Brenda's funeral service to be held in the Cedar Service Room at Bretby Crematorium on Thursday 19th September at 11:15am. Family flowers only by kind request, Donations to Macmillan Cancer Support.

Andy HYDE

Passed away suddenly on the 13th of August 2024, aged 72 years. Loving husband of Maureen, much loved dad of Sharyn, Lucia and Candice and their partners David, Sanjay and Andy, adored Grandy of Alysia and Brodie. He'll be greatly missed. Cremation service to take place at Markeaton Crematorium, Round Chapel, on Friday 13th September at 11:30am. No flowers by request please. No donations required, but if you insist please bung a few quid to ADHD UK or the PDSA. Alternatively donations may be left at the service or given online at www.wathalls.co.uk 01332 345268

John Fredric JACKETS

Passed away on 3rd August 2024 at Anya Court Care Home, Rugby aged 81 years. Dearly loved father of Sarah & Katy, Grandpa to Thor & Inka. We were with you until the end & you will live forever in our hearts.

John JENNISON

John passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Sunday 28th July 2024 aged 75 years. John was the loving son of the late Jane and Johnny, treasured brother to the late Norma and Brian, a special uncle to Julie and Neil and devoted cousin to Stephen and Gavin. John will be sorely missed by all his family, friends and neighbours. A service to celebrate John's life is to be held at St Peter's Church, Belper on Thursday 19th September 2024 at 10:30am, followed by a committal service at Markeaton Crematorium Derby at 11:30am. All enquiries to Thomas Ryde & Son 35 Bridge Street Belper DE56 1AY Tel: 01773 822059 www.rydefunerals.co.uk

David Elwyn (Dej) JONES

(Dej) 29th August 2024. Peacefully at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. Of Porth-y-Felin, Holyhead. Aged 73 years. Loving husband to Marion. A loved brother of Peter and his wife Sandra. A fond uncle to Richard and Anna. Former teacher and latterly headteacher in Ilkeston before retiring to Anglesey. He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral on Tuesday 17th September 2024. Requiem Mass at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Holyhead at 12.30pm followed by private committal at Bangor Crematorium. Immediate family flowers only please but donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received towards MND (Motor Neurone Disease) Association in David's memory c/o O.R. Jones & Co. (J.M. & M.L. Walsh), Penrhyn Yard, Longford Road, Holyhead. Tel: 01407 762136

Glenda JONES

Passed away peacefully on 14th August 2024, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of the late John, mother to Robert, Gareth and Sally and nan to Katie, Evan, Finley and Chester. She will be very sadly missed by all who knew her. Glenda's funeral will take place at 9:45am on Thursday 12th September at Bretby Crematorium, Cedar Chapel. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for the Stroke Association may be left at the service or sent via her tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to Wathall's 01283 205133

Pauline Enid LAYCOCK

of Parwich Nr Ashbourne On 23rd August 2024, aged 79 years. Dearly loved Wife of Denis and a much loved Mother and Granny. Funeral service at Parwich Church on Wednesday 11th September at 11.00am prior to interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only, donations if desired may be given for Parwich First Responders. Further enquiries to H Lee and Son Funeral Directors Ashbourne (01335) 342530

Nigel James LIDSEY

Passed away suddenly on Wednesday 21st August 2024, aged 63 years. Loving husband of Lyn, a beloved father to Richard and Michael, and a devoted grandfather to Holly, Ruby, Mackenzie and Hughie. A true gentleman, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him as a loved one and friend. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Monday 16th September 2024 at 2.30pm. Donations are invited for The Air Ambulance Service, whom the family is forever grateful for their heroic response and care. Alternatively, donations 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, Dalley House, 4 Blenheim Parade, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2GP, Tel: 01332 985150.

Alan LLOYD

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Alan on the 22nd August in his 90th year. Much loved husband of Pat, a loved Dad to Denise and Alan (Junior) and respected father in law to Lee and Lynda. Also treasured gran-gran and great gran-gran to Paul and Hannah, Andrew and Michelle, Danielle and Oliver, Joshua, Megan, Eli, Ivy and Elsie. Alan will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. All are welcome to Alan's funeral service which will be held on Thursday 12th September 2024 at Markeaton Crematorium (Main Chapel) at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, however donations if desired may be given at the service, these will go onto support The Littleover Nursing Home and Ward 305. . All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302

Barry MYCROFT

Sadly passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday 25th August 2024, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Larraine, much loved dad to Gary & Joanne. Cherished grandad to Lucy, Josh, Jack and Ben, and a great grandad to Luna and Freya. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Monday 30th September 2024 at 12.30pm. Followed by the interment at Nottingham Road Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for Shelton Lock Care Home and the Enhanced Bed Team Nurses. 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.

Kenneth (Ken) POTTER

(Ken) The family are very sorry to announce that Kenneth passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on Tuesday 20th August 2024, aged 94 years. Much loved and loving husband of Joan, devoted father of Anne & Ian. Respected father in law of Joey, and a proud and loving grandad to India & Jay. Ken will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Friday 20th September 2024 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for Ward 410 at the Royal Derby Hospital. 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.

Vivian (Viv) RODGERS (nee Heath)

(nee Heath) (Viv) Passed away peacefully on 22nd August 2024, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of Tony, much loved mum of Tim and James, dear mum-in-law of Jenny and Rachel, loving gran of Sam, Lottie, Lucy and Imogen. Cremation service to take place at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel on Friday13th September at 11:00am. No flowers by request please, If desired donations for the Motor Neurone Disease Association may be left at the service or given online at www.wathalls.co.uk 01332 345268

Michael (Mick) SHACKLOCK

(Mick) Aged 93 years of Brailsford, passed away on 29th August 2024. Dearly loved husband of the late Frances, much loved father of David and Helen, loving grandad to Martin, Luke, Leigh, Laura & Calum and a proud great grandad to Mollie. Funeral Friday 4th October 2024, service at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel at 3:30pm. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired are for Derby and Burton Hospital Charity. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319

Margaret SHILTON

Passed away after a short illness at Queen's Hospital on 23rd August 2024, aged 86 years. Loving wife of the late John, much loved mum of Suzanne and Alison and treasured nan of Stephanie and Robyn. She will be sadly missed by all that knew her. Funeral will be held on Friday 13th September, service 9.45am in the Cedar Room at Bretby Crematorium. Please wear an item of colour or something floral. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Margaret will support 'British Heart Foundation' and 'Cancer Research' may be made at the service. All enquiries to Murray's Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299. To donate online, light a candle or leave a memory of Margaret, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on obituaries and donations).

Martin SMITH

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Martin on Thursday 8th August 2024. A Funeral Service to remember Martin's life will be held on Monday the 9th of September 2024 at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent at 2:30pm. All are welcome to attend. Donations are welcomed in Martin's memory and will benefit the continued work of Help For Heroes Any enquiries can be made to the Funeral Director: Kinton & Daughter Family Funeral Directors. Long Eaton Branch Telephone: 0115 972 4555

James Anthony STEVENS

James Stevens sadly passed away on 1st September 2024. Loving husband to Tina and the Best dog daddy to Gertrude, Beatrice and Florence the cat. We carry you in our hearts forever xxx Funeral to be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel on Thursday 12th September 2024 at 13:30am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired made payable to Dogs Trust / Cats Protection / Macmillan / Treetops Hospice Derby. All enquiries to Fellows Funeral Directors Ltd. 156 Station Road, Mickleover, Derby, Derbyshire, DE3 9FL. 01332 511119, www.fellowsfunerals.co.uk

Emma Jane Elizabeth SUTTON (Nee Sheale)

(Nee Sheale) of Burton on Trent Sadly passed away at home on 10th August 2024, aged 59. Beloved daughter of Betty and the late Kenneth Sheale, cherished mother of Amelia and Joseph and much loved sister of Rebecca and Katey. Emma will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The funeral service will be held on Monday 9th September at 3.45pm in the Cedar at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired for St Giles Hospice , Lichfield may be left in the box as you exit the service or online at: https://emmasutton.muchloved.com. All enquiries please to: J H Grice Funeral Service, Hatton. Telephone 01283 812192.

Mary WALDER

Mary passed away peacefully on 1st August 2024, aged 87 years. A dearly loved wife to the late Terry, mother to Paul and Gary, and grandmother to Alex, Lucy, Caroline and Alice. Mary spent her last few years in Bristol but enjoyed more than fifty very happy years in Derby with her family. Anyone who remembers Mary is welcome to leave a tribute and donation at https://mary-walder.muchloved.com/

Joan Elizabeth WILLISON

Passed away peacefully at The Park Nursing Home, Chaddesden on Sunday 25th August 2024, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Barry, a loving mum, nana and mother in law. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Friday 4th October 2024 at 9.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for Guide Dogs for the Blind. 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 John Simnett House, 96c Wood Road, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 4LZ Tel: 01332 327199.

Alison Marie WRIGHT (née Betts)

(née Betts) Passed away peacefully following a courageous fight against cancer on Friday 16th August 2024, aged 52 years. Loving wife to John and beloved mother of Thomas and Emily. She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Bramcote Crematorium, Serenity Chapel on Wednesday 11th September 2024 at 12.00noon followed by the interment at Stapleford Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for Cancer Research UK. 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.