Death notices and funeral announcements from Grimsby and Scunthorpe Telegraph - June 5, 2024

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Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

Margaret (Peggy) BARKER

(Peggy) Peacefully on 19th May 2024, at Cloverdale Care Home. Margaret aged 99 years. Dearly beloved wife to the late Gordon, much loved mum to Jane and John, dear mother-in-law to John and Janine, treasured grandma to Christopher, David, Michael, Lewis and Holly, much loved GG to Arthur, Bertie, Monty, Isla, Henry, Ralphy and Evie, dear sister, sister-in-law, auntie and friend who will be sadly missed. Service to be held at Grimsby Crematorium on Friday 14th June 2024 at 11.15am. Family flowers only please, but if desired a donation in lieu may be sent to Mr Tony Lighfoot c/o British Heart Foundation 3 Malmesbury Drive Grimsby DN34 4TR. Any enquiries to J.W. Emberson Funeral Directors 81 Macaulay Street Grimsby, DN31 2DS tel 01472 250074.

Alan BRUMBY

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Peacefully on 17th May 2024 at Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Grimsby, Alan aged 91 years sadly passed away. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie, loving dad to Kay, Sharon and Kevin, dear father in law to Michael, Martin and Amanda, precious grandad to Rachel, Katie, Lindsey, Nicola, Becky, Ellie and Josh, and great grandad to Poppy, Henry, Indie-May, Freddie, Harvey and Mollie. Alan will be missed by all his family and friends. Service at Grimsby Crematorium on Friday 14th June 2024 at 10.30am. Alan is resting at Mashfords Funeral Home, Norfolk Lane Cleethorpes DN35 8BB where family flowers only please, will be received. Donations in lieu, if so desired may be sent to St Andrew's Hospice, Peaks Lane Grimsby DN32 9RP. All enquiries. Tel. 01472 200004.

Elizabeth Shires BULL

On 22nd May 2024 (her 92nd birthday) Beth died peacefully at Diana Princess of Wales Hospital with her loving family by her side. Much loved wife of the late Christy, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Following a private cremation a service of Celebration and Thanksgiving will be held at Grimsby Minster on Friday June 21st at 2pm. At Beth's request please wear something bright. Family flowers only, but should you wish please make a donation to Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3JH. Any further enquiries to: J W Emberson Funeral Directors, 81 Macaulay Street, Grimsby. Tel 01472 250074.

Ken CARRUTHERS

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Suddenly, at Wrawby Hall, on 18th May 2024, aged 86 years. Beloved partner of Carole, dearly loved dad of Jo and John, loving grandad of Sam and Nicki, and great grandad of Millie, dear brother of Marjorie. A service to celebrate Ken's life will be held at Brigg Methodist Church on Friday 14th June at 1pm followed by interment at Brigg Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, in Ken's memory, for 'Dogs Trust' may be made following the service or sent c/o J Naylor Funeral Directors, 15 Bigby Street, Brigg DN20 8EJ Tel (01652) 650520

Lynn DYSON (Nee Hallberg)

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(Nee Hallberg) Peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson's dementia, on 15th May 2024, at the Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Grimsby, Lynn passed away aged 70 years. Devoted wife of Pete, much loved mum of Marc and Nicola. Treasured Nan of Jack, Elly, Alex, and Jamie and beloved mother in law of James. Lynn was a special friend to many who will be sadly missed. A funeral service will be held at Grimsby Crematorium on Friday 7th June 2024 at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please by request, but a donation in lieu can be sent to Parkinson's UK 215 Vauxhall Bridge Road London, SW1V 1EJ. Any further enquiries to Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Service 01472 242444.

Neil Keith Gammack FALCONER

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Sadly on 21st May 2024, Neil aged 63 years died whilst in the care of Castle Hill Hospital, Hull, with his family by his side. Much loved husband of Emma, proud father of Hamish and Harry, father-in-law to be to Grace, brother to Karen and Julie, brother-in-law to Albert and Henry, son-in-law to Patricia and a great friend to many. A service to celebrate Neil's life will take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Wednesday 19th June 2024, at 3pm. Family flowers only please, by request. Donations in lieu of floral tributes, to benefit the 'Grimsby Town Foundation' or 'Centre4' will be gratefully received at Mashfords Funeral Service, Norfolk Lane, Cleethorpes DN35 8BB.

Sarah (Sally) FLANAGAN (Starr)

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(Starr) David, Paul and Angela are sad to announce the passing of their Mum. Sarah died peacefully on Sunday 26th May at Lincoln County Hospital in the care of Johnson Ward. At Sarah's request there will be no funeral or flowers. Sarah was pre-deceased by her husband John but will be reunited when their ashes are scattered together at a private ceremony at Goathland. We would ask that you remember Sarah as she was at her recent, joyous 80th birthday party. Thank you.

John Johnstone FLEMING

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Passed away peacefully after a short illness, on the 7th of May 2024, in ICU at Scunthorpe General Hospital aged 80 years. Reunited with the late Sue Newsome. Beloved dad to Caroline, Stephen, Vicky and Stephen. Much loved father-in-law, brother, grandad, great grandad and a friend to many. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him. Family and friends to please meet at Old Brumby United Reform Church, on Friday the 7th of June at 1pm, followed by an interment at Woodlands Memorial Park Cemetery at 2pm. Any flowers to Co-op Funeralcare or donations may be made to Scunthorpe General Hospital ICU. Co-op Funeralcare 2, Bottesford Road Scunthorpe DN16 3HE Tel: 01724 843150

Ronald (Ron) GRIMWOOD

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(Ron) Peacefully after a short illness, on the 15th of May 2024, aged 87 years. Much loved Husband of Margaret, Father to Martin and Valerie, Grandfather to Tom, Jack, Harry, James and William and great friend to many. He will be sadly missed and never forgotten. Would family and friends please meet at Saint Hybalds Church, Scawby on Monday the 17th of June 2024 at 1:30pm for service prior to interment at Scawby Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations would be kindly received for "Saint Hybalds Church" c/o Jason Threadgold Funeral Director 3 Burringham Road Scunthorpe DN17 2BA Tel: (01724) 865865

David HOWSON

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Peacefully, in the care of Bridgewater Park, on 22nd May 2024, aged 81 years. Much loved brother of Kath and the late Jean, John and Ken, and uncle of Lorraine, Janice, Stewart, Maxine, Philip, Margaret, Graham and the late Carol. A good friend to many who will be sadly missed. Would family and friends please meet for a service to celebrate David's life at Woodlands Crematorium, Scunthorpe on Tuesday 11th June at 10.40am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, would be gratefully received for Brain Tumour Research and may be made following the service or sent c/o J Naylor Funeral Directors, 15 Bigby Street, Brigg DN20 8EJ Tel (01652) 650520

Ann Margaret JOHNSON (nee Sleight)

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(nee Sleight) We are deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Ann Margaret (Mags) Johnson - née Sleight, following her 5 year battle with dementia. Beloved daughter of Jack and Pauline, devoted mother to Deborah and Richard, loving sister to Elizabeth and John and cherished grandma to Tyreece, Rjeon, Elisha and James. The service will take place at St Peter's Church, Humberston on Thursday 13th June at 2pm and following on for a celebration of her life at Bannatyne Health Club & Spa Humberston function room at 3pm. Floral tributes or donations in lieu of flowers to the RNLI Lifeboats will be gratefully received by Mashford Funeral Directors Norfolk Lane Cleethorpes DN35 8BB Tel: 01472 200004

John Frederick MITCHELL

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Unexpectedly at his home on 17th May 2024 John aged 78 years sadly passed away. Beloved husband of Margaret, loving dad, father-in-law, grandad and good friend to many who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Service at Grimsby Crematorium on Thursday 6th June 2024 at 9.45am. John is resting at Mashfords Funeral Home, Norfolk Lane Cleethorpes DN35 8BB where family flowers only please will be received. Donations in lieu, if so desired may be made payable to "The British Heart Foundation" or "Dogs Trust" and sent to the funeral directors. Mashfords Funeral Home, Norfolk Lane Cleethorpes DN35 8BB

Amanda RAITHBY (Née Robins)

(Née Robins) Amanda sadly passed away at home after a short illness bravely fought, on Saturday the 18th of May 2024. Beloved wife of Andy, mother to Andrew, the late Sean, and now reunited with Anthony, Nan/Grandma to Ashley, Holly, Thomas, Paige, Emily, Yas and Johnathon, Great Grandma to Zak, Marley and Phoenix, special sister to Lucinda and the late Sam and Sally, much loved daughter in law and sister in law, Aunt to Hannah, Matthew, Emily, Jen, George, Mikey, Nils, Thomas, Katie, James, Rachel and Sean, a special friend and work colleague to many. Would family and friends please meet at Woodlands Crematorium, Scunthorpe on Thursday the 13th of June 2024 at 2:40pm for service and committal. No flowers please but donations would be gratefully accepted for "Lindsey Lodge Hospice" & "Macmillan Cancer Support" c/o Jason Threadgold Funeral Director 3 Burringham Road Scunthorpe DN17 2BA Tel (01724) 865865

In Memoriams

Stanley And Nellie GRUNDY

1st June 1974 and 1st June 1999. Sadly missed, never forgotten. Russell, Lynn and Levi xxxx

Birthday Memoriams

Michael HOLLIES

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Happy birthday Dad and Granddad. You are always in our hearts and thoughts. Lots of love Julie and Colin, Sandy and Ian, Lloyd and Olivia, Phoebe and Dan, Jason, Jayne and Jeffrey. Xx

Michael (Olly) HOLLIES

(Olly) Just remembering you on your birthday. I am missing you so much and hold you dearly in my heart. You will always be remembered and loved forever. Pauline xx

Acknowledgements

David (Dave) FISHER

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(Dave ) The family of the late David Fisher would like to thank everyone for their presence at Dave's funeral held on Tuesday 21st May and for all messages of condolence, beautiful cards of sympathy, flowers and donations to The British Heart Foundation. It has all been much appreciated and made Dave's send off a special one. Special thanks to Tony Jewitt for his most comforting service, The Old Clee Club and the Angling members support and to Alexander's Funeral Care for their help throughout.

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