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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:
Julia Mary CONLANOn the 8th July 2026 at Ashgate Hospice, Julia, aged 67 years, peacefully passed away. Beloved and devoted mum of Jess and Steve, much loved mother-in -law of Claire, treasured grandma of Tommy, deeply cherished sister of Jenny. Julia, originally of Ealing, London, relocated to Buxton some years ago and set her roots here. She was an eccentric, colourful lady with many friends and loved ones. She will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew her. Funeral and cremation service to be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday 13th August 2026 at 2pm. Those wishing to attend, please accept this invitation and kindly meet at the Crematorium. No Flowers Please - With any donations gratefully appreciated to Ashgate Hospice. Further Inquiries to: Mellor and Smith Funeral Directors, Fairfield Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7DN Tel: 01298 77703 www.davidhsmith-funerals.co.uk
Frances Elizabeth (Fran) BAMFORD (nee Kennedy)(nee Kennedy) (Fran) Passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on Wednesday 24th June 2026, aged 96 years. Beloved Wife of the late Ted. Much loved Mother and Mother in law to Dave and Janice. Devoted Nanar and Great Nanar to Paul, Helen, Katy, Andy, Jack, Thomas, George and Oliver. Also a much loved Sister, Auntie and Great Auntie. The funeral service will take place on Thursday 13th August,10.30am at the Parish Church of St Werburgh, Spondon, followed by interment at Spondon Cemetery. Floral tributes are welcome and may be sent to the address below. If desired, donations for St Werburgh Church may be given at the service. All further enquiries to Central Coop Funeral, 63-67 Sitwell Street, Spondon, DE21 7FH. Telephone 01332 664976
Amanda Jane BIRKINOn the 21st July 2026 at her home, Amanda, aged 71 years, passed away. Beloved and devoted mum of Carol, Tom, Kristen and Jen, treasured mother-in-law of Laurens, Jodie, Mark and Tom, much loved nanny of Henry, Lily, April and Lydia, cherished sister of Paul and Mark, dearest sister-in-law of Debbie and Tracey. A friend to many, Amanda will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew her. Funeral and cremation service to be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Tuesday 11th August 2026 at 12.15pm. Those wishing to attend, please accept this invitation and kindly meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please with any donations gratefully appreciated to Myeloma UK. Further Inquiries to: Mellor and Smith Funeral Directors, Fairfield Road, Buxton, Derbyshire. SK17 7DN Tel: 01298 77703 www.davidhsmith-funerals.co.uk
John Gordon BRIGHT (Known to all as Gordon)(Known to all as Gordon) Proud President of the Dalesmen Male Voice Choir Gordon passed away peacefully, on Wednesday 15th July 2026, at Holbrook Hall Care Home, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of Pat and much-loved stepfather to Christine and David. Gordon will be greatly missed and always remembered by all his family and friends. A service will be held at Amber Valley Crematorium, Swanwick, on Wednesday 12th August at 2:00pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given at the service for the Alzheimer's Society. Donations may also be given online at rydefunerals.co.uk/donations All enquiries Tel: 01773 822059
Eileen BROWN (Hardy)(Hardy) Of Blackwell, Passed away at Kingsmill Hospital on Thursday 9th July 2026 aged 91. Eileen (widowed), leaves two daughters, a grandson, two granddaughters and a great granddaughter. Eileen will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. The funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium, round Chapel on Thursday 13th August at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, donations may be given at the service for the RSPCA. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 5 Nottingham Road, Ripley, DE5 3DJ Tel: 01773 570136
William (Billy) BURTON(Billy) Died Peacefully on Friday 17th July 2026 at home Billy aged 81 years of Trent Vale surrounded by his loving family after a long illness borne with great courage and dignity beyond measure. Dearly loving and loved husband of June, devoted and cherished dad of Darren, Jason, Billy and Johny wonderful loved grandad, great grandad and a very loved brother of Mandy and the late Hilary, Lynn and Gail much loved brother-in-law of Andy, father-in-law of Abbie, fun loving uncle and great uncle. Billy will be missed by all his loving family and many many friends Safe Journey until we meet again xxx A funeral service and cremation will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 13th August 2026 at 1.30pm. Will relatives please accept this intimation and friends kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory of Billy to Animal Lifeline All enquiries to: Harold H Leese (A.Boulton & Sons) St Peters Close Stoke ST4 1LP Tel: 01782 744433
Mario CHILELLIPassed away peacefully on 24th June 2026, aged 86 years. Dearly loved Husband to Anne, Father to Rosa, Grandad to Domenic, Jason, Adam and Wayne and Great Grandad to Rosie and Harry. A service will be held on Monday 10th August 2026 at St. Werburgh's Church, Spondon at 11.30am, followed by a burial at Spondon Cemetery. A wake will be held at Littleover Lodge from 2pm onwards. All flowers welcome, however, donations can be made at the service to RSPCA. All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral, Normanton Road. Tel: 01332 344070.
Dorothy (Dot) CRUSE (Formerly Dorothy Leggett)(Formerly Dorothy Leggett) (Dot) Passed away peacefully at Amber Wood Care Home on Tuesday 14th July 2026, aged 90 years. Dorothy was a much-loved mum, nan and great nan, she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral service will be held at Bretby Crematorium, Willow Service Room on Monday 10th August at 10.45am. Black need not be worn. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Dot may be placed into the collection box as you leave the service and will be forwarded to Amber Wood Care Home for the Residents Fund Further enquiries please to: Central Coop Funeral, 8 Borough Road, Burton on Trent, Tel: 01283 568431
Deborah DODSLEYDeborah, Passed away 20th July 2026, Aged 60 Years. A Private Cremation will be held for Deborah. Deborah will be deeply missed by all family and friends.
Jean Lindsay DUFFYPassed away peacefully on 15th July 2026 at Queens Hospital, Burton, aged 82 years. Jean was a devoted wife to the late Hugh, a wonderful mother to Heather, Christina and Susan, adored grandmother of Bobby, Samantha and Jack, much loved by all her great grandchildren. A funeral service for Jean will be held on Thursday 20th August at 11.30am, in the Willow Chapel at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations for the RNIB, will be collected at the service. All enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Service, 107 Granville Street, Woodville. DE11 7JH Telephone 01283 217237
Andrea Dawn ELWISUnexpectedly passed away on Tuesday 14th July at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester. Andrea aged 62 years of Buxton. Devoted wife of Paul, precious and loving mum of Kevin, Donna and Antonia. Andrea will be sadly missed by all of her loving family. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 12th August. Service at Macclesfield Crematorium at 1.15pm followed by a celebration of her life at The Blazing Rag, Buxton. Guests are invited to wear a touch of purple as a tribute to Andrea, as it was her favourite colour. Family flowers only please. Donations may be sent to the British Heart Foundation. Further Inquiries to: Mellor & Smith Funeral Directors, Fairfield Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7DN Tel: 01298 77703 www.davidhsmith-funerals.co.uk
Ian GATFORDThe Venerable Ian Gatford died peacefully at Bankwood Nursing Home on Saturday 18th July 2026, aged 86 years. Ian was the loving husband of Anne, much loved father of Sarah, Andy, Delphis and Tammy, father in law to Cathy and Gbenga, Grandpa to Frankie, Ollie, George and Jack and brother to Ann. He will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Derby Cathedral on Tuesday 4th August 2026 at 2pm. Please be seated by 1:45pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Christian Aid and Diabetes UK. Dress code: anything you are comfortable in, in any colour you choose. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral Care, Park Farm Centre, Derby DE22 2QN 01332 550033
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