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David (Dave) Crackles will be greatly missed by all his family and friends(Image: Funeral Notices)
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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:
(Dave) Formerly of Allestree. Passed away suddenly on the 1st January 2026 at Maidstone Hospital, Kent aged 64 years. Beloved husband to Ann. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Friday 13th February at 14.30pm. Flowers welcome or if desired donations to the Stroke Association may be made via www.wathalls.co.uk Tel. 01332 345268
Passed away on Monday 5th January 2026, aged 74 years. Funeral service will take place on Thursday 5th March, Markeaton Crematorium – Round Chapel at 09.30am. All enquiries to Natasha Hutchinson 07385 141592
(Betty) Passed away peacefully at Royal Derby Hospital on Tuesday 30th December 2025, aged 78 years. A treasured wife of the late Michael Annable (Terry), they have been reunited in their love and are now at rest together. A dear sister to Richard, Reg and Susan, who have all found their peace. A beloved mother to Michael and William. A cherished aunty to Josh and Emma, who she took on as her own, like the daughter she never had. Funeral service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel on Monday 2nd February 2026 at 11:00am. Flowers welcome and donations to The British Red Cross Society can be made online, on the day or sent care of A.W. Lymn Meek House 521 Burton Road Littleover DE23 6FT 01332 913 112 www.lymn.co.uk
(Pam) of Swadlincote Passed away peacefully on 27th December 2025 aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving mum of the late Kevin. A treasured grandma of Liam & Liz and Rebecca & Luke and a special great grandma ‘Ham’ of Oscar, Toby and Theo. Also, a special friend of Gaye. A funeral service for Pam will be held on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 10:45am in the Willow Room at Bretby Crematorium . Family flowers only. Donations in lieu are gratefully received for the RSPCA and will be collected following the service. Enquiries to Ward & Brewin Funeral Service . Tel: 01283 215969.
(Jackie) Passed away peacefully at home with her family, on 13th January 2026, aged 80 years. A wonderful and devoted wife to Kevin. Irreplaceable mum to Mandy, Anna, and the late Stuart. A much loved and treasured nan, and great-grandmother. Jackie will be dearly missed by all her friends and family. Funeral Thursday 19th February, service 1.30pm in the Cedar Room at Bretby Crematorium. Floral tributes welcome, donations in memory of Jackie will benefit RSPCA, and may be placed in the collection box at the service. Alternatively, to donate online, light a candle, or leave a memory of Jackie, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on Tributes and Donations) All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 23 York St, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel 01283 562299.
(Steve) passed away suddenly at home on the 5th January 2026 aged 80 years. Beloved husband of the late Valerie. A special dad to Ian & Hayley, Robert & Sarah and Kerry. A treasured grandad to Charlotte, Emma and Molly and a loving great grandad of Oliver and Jacob. A funeral service for Steve will be held on Monday 16th February at 11:30am in the Willow Room, Bretby Crematorium . Family flowers only. Donations in lieu are gratefully received for the British Heart Foundation and will be collected at the service. Enquiries to Ward & Brewin Funeral Service . Tel: 01283 215969.
(Nee LLoyd) Passed away peacefully at Linden House Care Home on Thursday 11th December 2025 aged 91 years. Beloved wife of Brian, a much loved mum to Brian, Jill and Sue. Cherished nan to Kim, Robert, Tom, Annie, Robert, Matthew, Jennie and great nan to Alfie, Freddie and Lily. Also sister to the late Dorothy and David. Margaret was also a very well respected teacher at Noel Baker School. A funeral service will take place on Thursday 5th February at Markeaton Crematorium ( Main Chapel) at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, however donations may be given at the service these will go on to support Alzheimer’s Society and WaterAid. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
(nee Lloyd) Passed away peacefully at Linden House Care Home on Thursday 11th December 2025 aged 91 years. Beloved wife of Brian, a much loved mum to Brian, Jill and Sue. Cherished nan to Kim, Robert, Tom, Annie, Robert, Matthew, Jennie and great nan to Alfie, Freddie and Lily. Also sister to the late Dorothy and David. Margaret was also a very well respected teacher at Noel Baker School. A funeral service will take place on Thursday 5th February at Markeaton Crematorium (Main Chapel) at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, however donations may be given at the service, these will go on to support Alzheimer’s Society and WaterAid. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby, DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
Formerly of Ednaston, and latterly Coxbench Residential Home, passed away peacefully on 10th January 2026, aged 97 years. Beloved husband of the late Sheila and a much loved father, grandad and great grandad. Funeral on Wednesday 11th February at 11:30am. Service at Markeaton Crematorium, Round Chapel. Family flowers only please. Donations may be made to Blood Cancer UK: Heart of England Branch. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319
Passed away peacefully on 8th January 2026, aged 88 years. Beloved husband to Marjorie. Devoted dad to Sarah. Treasured grandad to Laura and Wayne. Cherished great-grandad to Isaac. Geoff was known to be a former worker for many years at BTR. Funeral Tuesday 10th February at 11.30am in the Willow Room, at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Geoff will benefit ‘Diabetes UK’, and may be placed in the collection box at the service. Alternatively to donate online, light a candle, or leave a memory of Geoff, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on Tributes and Donations). All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299.
of Portland Close, Mickleover passed away peacefully on 1 December 2025 leaving behind her loving family. The family would like the private time now to grieve as a family. All enquiries to Derby Legal Assistance Bridge House, Riverside Court, Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8HY
Following the death of Terry on 31st December the funeral has now been arranged. The funeral service will be held in the Cedar Service Room, Bretby Crematorium on Monday 2nd February at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for the RNLI may be placed in the collection box following the service. Enquiries please to F.M. & J Wait, Swadlincote 01283 216668
(Bob) At rest on Thursday 8th January 2026, Bob aged 77 years of Buxton. Dearly loved and loving husband of the late Anne and a much loved brother of the late Jennifer and Hazel. Greatly missed and much loved uncle, great-uncle and friend to many. Bob will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service and cremation to take place on Wednesday 28th January at Macclesfield Crematorium at a revised time of 9:15am. Family flowers only please, donations may be sent to YellowWellies.org-Farm Safety Foundation. Further details to: Mellor & Smith Funeral Directors, Fairfield Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7DN Tel: 01298 77703 www.davidhsmith.co.uk
(Freeman) Passed away peacefully on 12th January 2026, aged 97 years. Dearly loved Wife to the late Norman. Treasured Mum (M) to Stephen, Ian and Sally. A very special Mother-In-Law, and a cherished ‘Nina’ to her Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. Mary will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Tuesday 24th February, service 10.30am at St Peter’s Church, Stapenhill, followed by the committal at Stapenhill Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Mary will benefit the work of St Giles Hospice, and may be placed in the collection box at the service. Alternatively, to donate online, light a candle, or leave a memory of Mary, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on Tributes and Donations) All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 23 York St, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299.
of Allestree Passed away peacefully after a short illness at The Royal Derby Hospital on 7th January 2026 aged 90 years. Beloved wife of Brian. Much loved mum of Julie, Bev and Gary. A dear mother in law, grandmother and great grandmother who will be fondly remembered by all of her family and friends and remain forever in their hearts. A funeral service for Joyce will be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel on Wednesday 11th February at 11am. Flowers are welcome and may be directed along with any enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral Service, 4a Park Farm Centre, Allestree. DE22 2QN Tel 01332 550033.
(Tony) Passed away peacefully at home on 6th January 2026. Aged 88 years. Beloved husband to the late Enid, dearly loved father to Steve and Amanda, devoted grandfather to Megan and much loved by Paul, Duncan, Bethan and Jonathon. Tony was a long-standing member of Swarkestone Cricket Club. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A Funeral Service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Tuesday 3rd February at 2.30pm. Donations in lieu of flowers will support Guide Dogs for the Blind and can be left at the service or given online via Tony’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
(Tony) Passed away peacefully at home on 6th January 2026. Aged 88 years. Beloved husband to the late Enid, dearly loved father to Steve and Amanda, devoted grandfather to Megan and much loved by Paul, Duncan, Bethan and Jonathon. Tony was a long-standing member of Ashbourne Golf Club. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A Funeral Service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Tuesday 3rd February at 2.30pm. Donations in lieu of flowers will support Guide Dogs for the Blind and can be left at the service or given online via Tony’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
Passed away peacefully at The Royal Derby Hospital on 22nd December 2025 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Carol. Devoted dad to Anthony and Fiona. A dear father in law, brother, grandad and friend to many. Brian will be sadly missed yet fondly remembered by all his family, friends and former colleagues at Fitness First. A celebration of Brian’s life will be held at Markeaton Crematorium in the Round Chapel on Tuesday 3rd February at 1pm. Flowers and enquiries may be directed to Central Co-op Funeral Service, 4a Park Farm Centre, Allestree, DE22 2QN Tel; 01332 550033
A Funeral Service is being held to celebrate his life on 19th January 2026 10:30 am at Trent Valley Crematorium. After the Service everyone is invited for refreshments at Wilsthorpe Tavern, Wilsthorpe Road, Long Eaton, NG10 3LJ. Donations in memory of Malcolm, will benefit the continued work of ‘Cats Protection League and Treetops Hospice’. All enquiries to Kinton & Daughter Long Eaton Branch: Telephone 0115 972 4555
(Formerly BILLINGTON) Carol, David and Family are sad to announce the death of Jean who passed away peacefully on Sunday 11th January 2026 in Kiwi House Alvaston having suffered ten plus years at the hands of the cruel disease called Alzheimer’s. There will be a funeral service for Jean at Trent Valley Crematorium on Tuesday 17th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu of flowers will be very much appreciated to either Alzheimer’s Society or Derbyshire Air Ambulance, can be left at the service or given online at www.wathalls.co.uk 01332 345268
(Tony) Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 9th January 2026. Aged 89 years. Beloved husband to Anthea, loving father to Andrew, Richard & father in law to Sarah. Devoted grandpa to Jacob, Becky & Ashley. Tony will be sadly missed, by all who knew him. A celebration of Tony’s life will take place at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Tuesday 3rd February at 11.00am. Please feel free to wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Tony will support Prostate Cancer UK and can be left at the service or given online via Tony’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
(Pat) Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 4th January 2026, aged 95 years. Devoted wife of the late Gordon Hollands, and much loved mother, step-mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service will take place at St Paul’s Church, Quarndon on Wednesday 21st January at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to be divided between Treetops Hospice and The Dog’s Trust can be made on the day, online or sent care of A.W. Lymn Meek House, 521 Burton Road, Littleover, DE23 6FT. 01332 913 112 www.lymn.co.uk
