Yahoo News Retired Army Major among 35 Leicester Mercury death notices this week
Touching tributes dominate this week’s Leicester Mercury death notices. This latest collection celebrates and looks back on the lives of those who have recently died, from the dearest of family members to beloved friends.
In all, there are 35 notices in this latest collection from the recent days, weeks and months. The list includes a retired Major from the Royal Signals.
Tributes have also been paid to a cherished grandmother of 11 and a man who died while on holiday in Tenerife. Those listed are in alphabetical order.
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Passed away at Glenfield Hospital on 12th April 2024, aged 74 years. David's funeral service will take place at 10:30am on Wednesday 8th May 2024 at Gilroes Crematorium. All enquiries to Anstey & Distrct Funeral Services 0116 234 0548.
was born August 31, 1929, in Alderson, WV, and passed away April 16, 2024 in Spokane, WA. He attended school and worked at a pharmacy in Alderson, WV, and was a member of the Old Greenbriar Baptist Church alongside his family. He later joined the U.S. Army. Harry served 21 years, spending time in England, Germany, Italy, Korea, and the US before retiring as First Sargeant. When he was in England, he met and wed the love of his love, Ann. He was a numismatist and philatelist. He also collected militaria (such as badges, buttons, and postcards) and had a general collection of toy cars, old and new. His passion was buying and selling collectibles. Harry had many friends in the community. He donated to the Union Gospel Mission, Meals on Wheels, Spokane Humane Society, and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Harry Ayers is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ann Patricia (Granger) Ayers; Parents, Lonnie E Ayers, and Gertrude F (Woolwine) Ayers; and sister, Frances C (Ayers) Canterbury. He is survived by his daughter, Patricia Ayers; Son, Robert Ayers (Julie); Grandchildren Brian Ayers (Candace) and Kendall Ayers (Jody); four great-grandchildren and two grandnephews. Harry will be forever remembered. Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with his care.
Peacefully passed away on Friday 26th April 2024, aged 77 years. Beloved son, brother, uncle and great uncle. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Scraptoft Parish Church on Wednesday 15th May at 10:30am followed by committal at Great Glen Crematorium. At Ken's request, please do not send flowers or donations for his funeral service but instead, send flowers to someone you love. All further enquiries c/o A. J. Adkinson & Son Funeral Directors, 12 London Road, Leicester, LE2 5DG. Tel: 0116 2712340.
(Dave) Passed peacefully away in Leicester Royal Infirmary on Thursday 18th April 2024, aged 76 years. Husband to Sharon and brother to John and Malcolm. Dave's funeral service will be held at South Leicestershire Memorial Park and Crematorium, Foston Road, Countesthorpe on Friday 24th May at 1pm. All further enquiries to:- Central Coop 511 Welford Road Leicester LE2 6BN Telephone - 0116 270 3111.
Major David Arthur BROCKHURST (Retired). ex-Royal Signals
(Retired). ex-Royal Signals) Died peacefully on 22 April, 2024 at Northampton General Hospital, aged 91 years. His funeral service is to be held at 11am on Monday, 20th May at Gilroes Crematorium (East Chapel), Groby Road, Leicester. LE3 9QG. Family flowers only please; Donations if desired in David's memory will support the Combined Cadet Force at Loughborough Grammar School (Charity number 1081765) or cheques made payable to The Loughborough Schools Foundation may be sent via G Gamble & Sons (Quorn) Ltd 101A Meeting Street Quorn Leicestershire LE12 8AQ Tel 01509 415415.
Sadly passed away on Monday 1st April 2024 aged 96 years. Much loved mother to Maureen and life long companion to Roy, Una will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. The funeral service for Una will take place on Friday 24th May 2024 at 11:00am at Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel, 15 Peebles Way, Leicester LE4 7ZB followed by a private committal at Gilroes Crematorium. Family flowers only by polite request. Donations, if so desired, to LOROS will be accepted on the day or can be made online at unabrooks.muchloved.com All enquiries c/o Paul Pender & Son, Independent Funeral Directors, The Shakespeare, 226 Braunstone Lane, Leicester LE3 3AS. Tel: 0116 289 6608.
Maurice Patrick CALLAGHAN (Mick/Mike)
(Mick/Mike) Sadly we have to announce the passing of our father on the 14th April 2024, aged 91. As per his request a celebration of his life is to be arranged, date and time to be announced.
Sheila Betty CLARIDGE (Etherington)
(Etherington) Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 19th April 2024 aged 87, after many years suffering from Dementia. Beloved wife to Norman. Loving mother to Philip and Louise. Dearly missed Grandma to Megan and Cameron. "Now you are at blessed peace." Sheila's funeral will take place at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Friday 10th May 2024 at 11.00am. Followed by a reception at The Lime Tree, Whetstone, all are welcome. Special thanks to the carers at Fosse Health Care who were exceptional in her final years. Family flowers only (optional) donations preferred and can be made payable to Alzheimer's Society and can be sent in c/o Richard Ward Funeral Services LTD Richard Ward Funeral Services 112, Aylestone Lane Wigston, Leicester. LE18 1BA Tel:0116 2887979 wigston@rwfs.co.uk www.rwfs.co.uk.
Passed away peacefully on Sunday 14th April aged 80 years. Loving wife of the late Eddie and the late Michael, loving mother to Stephen and grandmother to Arthur. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 8th May at 1.30pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, are to The Dog's Trust. c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG Tel: 0116 2712340 or online www.ajadkinsonandson.com.
Passed away on 21st April 2024, aged 76 years. Devoted wife of the late Leon, Loving Mum to Karen, Wayne, Dean & Claire and proud Grandma. Forever in our hearts Her funeral service is to be held on Wednesday 8th May 2024 at Loughborough Crematorium Chapel, at 11am. Family flowers only please; Donations if desired and cheques made payable to Royal British Legion a donation box will be available on the day otherwise may be sent via G. Gamble & Sons (Quorn) Ltd. Independent Funeral Directors 101A Meeting Street Quorn LE12 8AQ Tel 01509 415415.
Of Thringstone. Sadly passed away on 19th April 2024. Aged 85 years. Loving Wife to the late Rod Evans. Mary will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Mary's funeral service will take place on Thursday 9th May 2024, at 12:30pm. All Souls Chapel, Loughborough Crematorium. Flowers may be sent or Donations are for Dementia UK would be appreciated. Further enquiries can be made to: Stinsons Independent Family Funeral Directors. 61 Meadow Lane, Coalville. LE67 4DN. tel:01530 833355.
Sadly passed away from a short illness on Wednesday 20th March 2024 aged 92 years. Loving husband of Peggy, loving dad to Paul and Michael. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. 'His life and memories will be forever cherished by all his family'. Funeral service at Gilroes East Chapel on Wednesday 15th May at 1pm followed by private burial. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are to British Heart Foundation. c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG Tel: 0116 2712340 or online www.ajadkinsonandson.com.
It comes with a very heavy heart that we our beloved Son, Brother, Dad and Uncle - Brian Glover, sadly passed away at home on the 30th March. Brian will never be forgotten by anyone that knew him and will always live on through his cheeky smile, inappropriate comments and his contagious loud laugh, but for now, until we all meet again - rest in peace Brian, we love you. From your mum Claire, Peter, Anne-Marie & Luke xx A funeral service will take place at 11am on Thursday 9th May 2024 at Gilroes Cemetery Chapel, Groby Road, LE3 9QG Family flowers only, you can make a donation to Alcoholics Anonymous and these may be made online at www.ansteyfunerals.com or sent to Anstey & District Funeral Service Talbott House, Leicester Road, Anstey, Leicester LE7 7AT 0116 234 0548.
Patricia Ann (Pat) HADLEY (nee Dudley)
(nee Dudley) (Pat) Passed away peacefully on Sunday 21st April 2024, aged 82. A wonderful loving Wife to Roy and a special Sister to Kay. A treasured Mum and Mom to Mark, Paul, Gareth, Carl, Craig and Joanne. Much loved Mother in law to 5 Daughters in law and one Son in law. Cherished Nanna and Nana to 11 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren, she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A beautiful soul now at rest. A service to celebrate Pat's life will be held at United Reformed Church, Abbots Road South, Leicester LE5 1DA on Tuesday 21st May at 11:45am, followed by a private family only committal. No need for mourning clothes, feel free to wear bright colourful clothing. Family flowers only by request, with donations if desired for Dementia UK, with any further enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 182 Thurncourt Road, Leicester LE5 2NG. Tel 0116 241 4422.
Passed away peacefully on Friday 12th April 2024, aged 90 years. Loving Mum to Natalie and Trilby. Much loved Grandma to Billie, Jessie, Roberta and Archie. She was a friend to many and will be sadly missed. Betty's funeral service will take place at St Michaels & All Angels Church, Cosby on Wednesday 8th May 2024 at 13:00pm. If kindly desired donations can be made out to Diabetes UK and sent C/O Richard Ward Funeral Services LTD 2b Cross Street, Enderby, Leicester. LE19 4NJ Tel: 0116 2866858 enderby@rwfs.co.uk www.rwfs.co.uk.
(Carl ) Passed peacefully away on 22nd April 2024, aged 94 years. Beloved Husband of the late Jean. Much loved and will be missed by all family and friends, including his Children, Carole, Gill and David, Sons in Law and Daughter in Law, and his many cherished Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Carl's funeral service will be held at South Leicestershire Crematorium on Tuesday 14th May at 10:00am. Carl's family would appreciate donations in lieu of flowers to Cancer Research Uk. All further enquiries to: Central Coop Funeral 82 Leicester Road Wigston LE18 1DR Tel: 0116 2889486.
Peacefully passed away on Saturday 13th April 2024, aged 90 years. Dearest husband to Margaret, wonderful Dad to Belinda and Nicola, Father-in-law to Graeme and Martyn. Loving Gramps to Fiona, Leonie, Eastie, Holly, Sam and Gpa to Zachary, Mack, Jack and Clover. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service will take place at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Thursday 9th May at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired may be made payable to Alzheimer's Research UK c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG Tel: 0116 2712340 or online www.ajadkinsonandson.com.
(Bryn) God called your name so gently that only you could hear No one heard the footsteps of the Angel drawing near Softly from the shadows there came a gentle call You closed your eyes and went to sleep you gently left us all Good night and God bless Peace after pain Love from all the family xxx No flowers - donations to British Heart Foundation Brian's wishes were no black Funeral arrangements contact Buckminster Funerals Ltd.
of Market Harborough, formerly Husbands Bosworth, passed away peacefully at Leicester General Hospital on 17th April 2024, aged 98 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, and Janet, much loved father of Caroline, Nicholas and Roger and a dear grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 9th May at 1.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and Cancer Research UK may be made online at www.jstampandsons.co.uk or sent to J. Stamp & Sons, Funeral Directors, 'The Chestnuts', 15 Kettering Road, Market Harborough LE16 8AN. Tel 01858 462524.
Passed away at the L.G.H on Sunday 21st April 2024. Aged 87 years. Reunited with his loving Wife Gwen Emrys' Funeral Service will be held at Gilroes Crematorium on Tuesday 21st May at 4pm. No flowers by request please donations will be kindly accepted on the day for Loros and the Salvation Army. Further enquiries to Abbeyoak Funeral Service 10-12 Buckminster Road Leicester, LE3 9AR Tel: 0116 2515639.
Beloved wife of the late Frank, mother of Jonathan, David and Peter, grandmother to Gabriel, Alex, Andrew and Christopher. Passed away peacefully at Brockshill Woodlands Care Home, Oadby on Saturday 20th April 2024, aged 93 years. To be received into The Church of the Immaculate Conception, New Street, Oadby on Thursday 23rd May at 7.00pm. Requiem Mass on Friday 24th May at 11.00am, followed by private burial. No flowers by request please, enquiries and donations if desired to LOROS c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG Tel: 0116 2712340 or online www.ajadkinsonandson.com.
Peacefully passed away on 13th April 2024, aged 68 years. Beloved Wife to Barry, much loved Mum to Kerry, Jamie, Chyfon and Vicky. Much loved Nan and Great Nan. Barry and family would like to thank everyone for the kindness shown towards Margaret's family at this very sad and difficult time. We wish to see you all there to celebrate the life of Margaret. Margaret will be received into St Mary's Catholic Church, South Wigston on Monday 13th May at 5pm. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday 14th May at 12 noon followed by burial at Wigston Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired to Marie Curie. All further enquiries to: Central Coop Funeral 82 Leicester Road Wigston LE18 1DR Tel: 0116 2889486.
Teresa Jane (Terry) MILLER (Bradshaw)
(Bradshaw) (Terry) We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved Mum. Much loved and devoted wife of Pat, Mum to Nick and Andy, Sister of Gill, Nanny to Ethan and Luca and Mother in Law to Claire and Jan. Mum's funeral will be held at Gilroes Crematorium on Tuesday 14th May at 3:30 pm and after at the Field Head Hotel in Markfield. All welcome and please wear bright colours if you wish, to help celebrate Mum's life. Donations to LOROS instead of flowers please.
(Sue) Passed away on Thursday 18th April 2024 at the Leicester Royal Infirmary aged 78 years. Loving wife to Ken, Mother to Gary & Sally. Sue was very much loved and will be sadly missed by her wider family and all that knew her. Sue's Funeral Service to take place at All Souls Chapel Loughborough Crematorium on Thursday 9th May 2024 at 2.00pm. Family flowers only. Further enquiries c/o G E Gamble and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors, 57 High Street, Syston, Leicester LE7 1GQ. Tel: 0116 2607500.
(Pat) Passed away peacefully on Sunday 21st April 2024, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife to the late Gwynne, much loved mum of Kim and Paul and devoted nana of James and Hayley. Funeral service will take place at St Denys Parish Church, Evington on Thursday 16th May at 10:30am. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired may be given to R.N.L.I c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG Tel: 0116 2712340 or online www.ajadkinsonandson.com.
Passed away on 16 April 2024 at Glenfield Hospital, aged 88 years. Dearly loved and missed by all her family. Jacqueline's funeral service to take place at 2:45pm on Monday 13th May 2024 at Loughborough Crematorium Family flowers only, donations for Ward 20 at Glenfield Hospital (cheques for Leicester Hospitals Charity) may be made online at www.ansteyfunerals.com or sent to Anstey & District Funeral Service Talbott House, Leicester Road, Anstey, Leicester LE7 7AT 0116 234 0548.
(Eddie) It is with great sadness we inform you of the death of our beloved father and grandfather Mr Edwin Rawisinski 'Eddie', aged 73, who passed away peacefully on 21 March 2024, whilst on holiday in Tenerife. He will be lovingly remembered by son Greg, daughter-in-law Claire and his two grandchildren Arabella and Tomas. Eddie's Funeral Service will be held at Gilroes Crematorium, Groby Road, Leicester on Friday 3 May 2024 at 12.30pm. Donations, if so desired to Alzheimer's Association would be gratefully appreciated. All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral Services, 1116 Melton Road, Syston, Leicester. LE7 2HA. Tel: 0116 269 2233.
(Tony) Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 26th April 2024, aged 82. Husband of Ann, father of Simon and Natasha and grandfather of Anya. The funeral service will be held at Bretby Crematorium on Tuesday 14th May at 11.15am. No flowers please, but donations, if desired for Marie Curie. Any enquiries may be made to J. P Springthorpe & Co Funeral Directors, Castle Lodge, South Street, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics, LE65 1BR. Tel. 01530 417310.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the loss of our beloved Mother Daphne Rhodes, who passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday 26th April. She was a loving, caring Mother to Danavan, Antonio, Jacqueline and Winston. She will be truly missed by her Children, Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren and her good Friend McNeal.
Passed peacefully away on 24th April 2024 aged 85 years. Loving husband, dad and grandpa. Funeral service to take place at Heart of England Crematorium, Nuneaton on Friday 10th May 2024 at 4:15pm. Family flowers only please by request but donations if so desired to Prostate Cancer UK. Further enquiries and donations to Lee Cooper Independent Funeral Director, The Old Courthouse, Belvoir Road, Coalville, Leicestershire. LE67 3PN. (01530) 814 999.
of Shepshed. Sadly passed away on 14th April 2024, aged 78 Years. Carol will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Carol's Celebration of Life service will take place on Friday 10th May 2024 at 12noon. Shepshed Cemetery, Charnwood Road, Shephed. Donations are being collected towards the Dogs Trust. Further enquiries and donations may be made to: Anton Rozworski, Stinsons Independent Family Funeral Directors. 61 Meadow Lane, Coalville. LE67 4DN. Tel:01530 833355.
Passed away on 10th April 2024 aged 81 years. Reunited with his beloved wife Carol, much loved dad, grandad and great grandad. Tony's funeral service will take place at Gilroes Crematorium on Wednesday 8th May 2024 at 11.00am. Family flowers only please by request but donations if so desired to Alzheimer's Society. Further enquiries and donations to Lee Cooper Independent Funeral Director, The Old Courthouse, Belvoir Road, Coalville, Leicestershire. LE67 3PN. (01530 814 999).
(Mick) Passed away peacefully at LOROS on 25th April 2024 Aged 73 Years Loving Dad to Sam and David, Step Dad to Lee and Nina, Brother to Ann and John and also very much loved and missed by all his Grandchildren. Back together with his late wife Val. Mick's funeral service will be held on Wednesday 15th May, 10am at South Leicestershire Memorial Park and Crematorium Chapel, Countesthorpe. A private family burial will follow. Flowers are welcome or donations would be gratefully appreciated in Mick's memory for LOROS All further enquiries to Central Co op, 1-3 Central Street, Countesthorpe, LE8 5QJ, telephone, 0116 2789124.
Thomas Patrick (Patrick) TRIGG
(Patrick) passed away peacefully at Aigburth Residential Home, Oadby on Saturday 20th April 2024, aged 94 years. Much loved husband of the late Dorothy Father to Sean, Angela and Sheryl. Loving grandfather of James, Su, Nathan and Adam and also great grandfather of 6 great grandchildren. Patrick's funeral service will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 24th May 2024 at 1.30pm. All further enquiries to:- Central Coop 511 Welford Road Leicester LE2 6BN Telephone 0116 270 3111.
of Oadby passed away peacefully on Saturday 20th April 2024 aged 96 years, after a long and happy life. Dearly loved husband of Anne, father to Jane and David and a much-loved grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be dearly missed by all that knew him. Funeral service at St. Peter's Church, Oadby on Monday 13th May at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to be made payable to the Royal British Legion & Rainbows Children's Hospice. c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son, Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG Tel: 0116 2712340 or online www.ajadkinsonandson.com.
