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Norman Arthur Ayre sadly died on January 10(Image: Funeral notices / Derby Telegraph)
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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:
Family are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Norman on Saturday 10th January 2026, aged 76. Beloved husband to the late Rita, a much loved Dad and a devoted Grandad. Norman will be greatly missed by all of his family and all those who knew him. Norman’s funeral will take place on Monday 23rd February at 11.15am at Bretby Crematorium, Cedar Chapel. Those attending are encouraged to come dressed comfortably without the need to wear dark formal clothing, as Norman would of wished. Following the service all are very welcome to raise a glass and share more memories of Norman with refreshments at The Newhall Social Club, 97 High Street, Newhall, Swadlincote DE11 0HT. It is requested family flowers only with donations in lieu to be sent to benefit the Renal Dialysis Ward, derby Royal Hospital. All enquiries to: Shilvocks Independent Funeral Directors Ltd 5 High Street. Woodville, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE117EH Tel No 01283 246922
(Joe) Aged 90 years of Alkmonton formerly of Grange Farm, Hilton passed away peacefully on 28th January 2026. Dearly loved husband of Josephine, much loved dad of Diane and Brian, father-in-law, grandad and great grandad. Funeral Saturday 28th February, 11am at St John’s Church, Alkmonton. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory to St John’s Church and Prostate Cancer UK. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319
(Formerly Barfield, née Croxall) Passed away peacefully at home on 22nd January 2026, aged 73 years. Leaves behind her loving husband Mark, her 2 children Paul & Gill and her cherished grandchildren Natalie, Louise, Blake & Kirk. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 17th February, service 10am in the Main Chapel at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Please wear a splash of purple if you can. Donations in lieu will support Treetops Hospice Trust, Marie Curie and Derby and Burton Hospitals Charity 14001 and may be left at the service or given online at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s Telephone: 01332 504027
Passed away peacefully at the Florence Nightingale Community Hospital on Saturday 24th January 2026, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Pam, devoted father of Helen, Frankie and Andrew, much loved grandad. A long-standing priest and minister to his parishes and friend to many. Father Michael will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Father Michael will be received into St Anne’s Church on Monday 23rd February at 4:30pm. A Requiem Mass will be held on Tuesday 24th February at 10:00am, followed by a private family cremation. Family flowers only please; donations, if desired will support St Anne’s Church and may be made at the service. May he rest in peace and rise in glory All enquiries please to Wathall’s Tel. 01332 345268.
(Frank) Frank Broomhead passed away on 5 February 2026 – husband of the late Kathleen, father, grandfather, great grandfather & friend to many. Former employee of Rolls Royce. Service to be held at Markeaton Crematorium Round Chapel on 3rd March at 10:30. No flowers by request, donations to Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People. At Frank’s request casual clothing, no formal mourning clothes. Enquiries to J Barlow & Sons Ltd 01332 409182 41 Park Farm Centre Park Farm Drive Allestree 01332 409182 www.jbarlowfuneralservice.co.uk
Monica Alice CHAMBERLAIN
Passed away peacefully at Barton Cottage Hospital on 27th January 2026, aged 86 years. A dearly loved and devoted wife to Peter. Lovingly remembered mum to Andrew, Nancy and Kate. A treasured gran and great-gran. Monica will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Monday 23rd February, service 11:30am at Lichfield & District Crematorium, Fradley. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Monica will benefit Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity Oncology Unit and Ward 7, and may be placed in the donation box at the service. Alternatively to donate online, light a candle or leave a memory of Monica, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on Tributes and Donations). All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 29 Station Street, Barton-under-Needwood, DE13 8DR. Tel: 01283 713714.
Gerald Simon (Gerry) CHATFIELD
(Gerry) Passed away peacefully at Royal Derby Hospital on 27th January 2026, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Ann, devoted dad to Anita, Andrea, Heather and Ian. Cherished grandad to Joe, Erin, Jasmine, Ellis and Mia. Brother to Pauline, father-in-law to Kamil, Rachel and the late Carl and a dearly missed friend to many. Gerry’s funeral will take place on Friday 20th February, service 10:30am in the Cedar Room at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in loving memory will benefit ‘Burton and District Mind’ and may be placed in the collection box at the service. To donate online, light a candle or leave a memory of Gerry, please visit murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on tributes and donations). Enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299.
(Née Sharman) Passed away peacefully with her children by her side at home on 27th January 2026, aged 91 years. Beloved Wife of the late Ray. Very much loved Mum to Vaughan, Verina and Sarah. A cherished Nanna to Callum, Arran and Tijs. Loving Great Nanna to Oscar and Elsie. A dear Mother in law, Cousin and friend to many who will be sadly missed yet fondly remembered by all that knew her. A celebration of Marina’s life will be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Thursday 5th March at 1.30pm. Flowers and enquires may be sent to Central Co-op Funeral Service, 63-67 Sitwell Street, Spondon, Derby, DE21 7FH Telephone; 01332 664976
Suddenly but peacefully at her home in Buxton on Wednesday 14th January, Pauline aged 77 years. The much loved mum of Stephen, Anthony and Neil, dear mother-in-law of Rachael, loved by her grandchildren Jodie, Isobel, Abbie, Phoebe and Tamsin, great-grandchildren Edie and Mickey, dear sister to Mark. Funeral service to take place on Friday 20th February at Macclesfield Crematorium at 10.45am. Family flowers only please, donations may be sent to the Air Ambulance. Further Inquiries to: Mellor and Smith Funeral Directors, Fairfield Road, Buxton, Derby. SK17 7DN Tel: 01298 77703
We announce with great sadness that Mr Roy Dobson peacefully passed away in the early hours of Saturday 31st January aged 93. Beloved husband to Mary, adored father to Joanne and Chris and dear father-in-law to Steph. Devoted grandad to Millie, India and Isla and loving step-grandad to Rachael and Luigi. Roy was a true gentleman who will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew him. Roy’s funeral service will be held at Trent Valley Crematorium on Thursday 5th March at 12:30pm. Following the service Roy’s family warmly invite you to raise a glass and share more memories of Roy at The Great Northern, Mickleover, Derby, Derbyshire, DE3 9FB. Family flowers only. Donations made in lieu can be made to – Alzheimer’s Society. All enquiries to Fellows Funeral Directors 156 Station Road, Mickleover, Derby, Derbyshire, DE3 9FL 01332 511119 [email protected] www.fellowsfunerals.co.uk
(Byard) Of Scott Drive, Belper. Passed away peacefully with her children by her side aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan Ford, much loved Mum of Correy and Samantha, Mother-In-Law of Sue and Roy, loving Nana and Great Mama. A loving Sister and Sister-In-Law to Gary, Keith, Julie and Wendy. The Funeral Service will be held at St Peter’s Church, Belper on Monday 9th March 2026 at 11am, followed by Cremation at Amber Valley Crematorium, Swanwick. Donations in lieu of St Peter’s Church, Belper. Donations will be collected on the day of the service. All other enquiries please to Co-op Funeral Care, Belper, DE56 1UR – Telephone 01773 820201
Of Oakwood Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday 22nd January 2026, aged 88 years. Much loved wife of the late Graham, dearly loved mum to Beverley and the late Mark, loving gran and great-granny, and a very special friend to many. A celebration of June’s life will be held at Markeaton Crematorium (Main Chapel) on Tuesday 24th February at 9am. Flowers are welcome and may be sent directly to Co-op Funeralcare Chaddesden, 177 Chaddesden Lane, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 6LJ or donations in loving memory of June to support Sarcoma Uk may be made online by visiting funeral-notices.co.uk or may be placed in the donation box at the service. All enquires Tel: 01332 281442
(Sue) Of Sunnyhill, Derby. Passed away peacefully at Royal Derby Hospital on 30th January 2026 aged 81 years. Beloved Wife of the Late Ian, dearly loved Mother of Steven and Mother-in-Law of Rebecca and much loved Grandma of William. Sue will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The funeral service will be held in the Round Chapel at Markeaton Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd March at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. If desired, donations in lieu will support Arthritis UK and may be given at the service. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral, Sinfin, 01332 271088
Passed away peacefully at Cedar House, The Leylands on 5th February 2026. Aged 99 years. Beloved husband of the late Audrey, loving uncle of Sandra and Neil and great uncle to Sarah, Emma and Martin. George will be sadly missed, by all who knew him. A funeral Service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Tuesday 3rd March at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of George will support The Nightingale Macmillan Unit at Royal Derby Hospital and can be left at the service or via George’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
(née Andersen) Aged 71 years, passed away peacefully at her home in Brailsford on 1st February 2026. Dearly loved wife of Dave, much loved mum of Rebecca and Damien, mother-in-law of Andy and Leah, loved Grandma of Caia and Cade, Jacob and Alicia, and a dear sister of Kevin, Hans, Jens and the late Carl. Private cremation. A service of celebration of Ingrid’s life will be held at The Folly at The Farmhouse, Ashbourne Road, Mackworth on Friday 27th March, 2pm. Anyone who knew Ingrid and wishes to attend is welcome. No flowers by request. Donations if desired to Treetops Hospice Trust. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319
