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Colin Green died suddenly aged 54 on February 9(Image: Funeral notices / Derby Telegraph)
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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:
On the 9th February 2026 at his home, Colin, passed away suddenly aged 54 years. Devoted and beloved dad of Cally, Tasha and Jayden, dearest father in law of Rob, treasured grandad of Luca, Reuben, April and Sophia, cherished son of the late Elizabeth and also Brian and his partner Jan, brother of Peter, Jason, Mark and the late Clive. A much loved uncle, friend and neighbour to many. Funeral service to be held at St Peter’s Church, Fairfield on Thursday 12th March 2026 at 11am followed by burial service at Buxton Cemetery. Those wishing to attend, please accept this invitation and kindly meet at the church. Flowers are welcome or if preferred any donations in memory of Colin would be gratefully appreciated to Mind. Further Inquiries to: Mellor and Smith Funeral Directors, Fairfield Road, Buxton, Derbys, SK17 7DN Tel: 01298 77703 www.davidhsmith-funerals.co.uk
Tony ADAMS (of Ferrers Way, Allestree)
(of Ferrers Way, Allestree) Passed away peacefully at hospital on 2nd February 2026. Aged 88 years. Dad to Jane, Andrew and Catherine. Grandad to 7 grandchildren Bethany, Jessica, Lauren, Ryan, Sarah, Johanna and Joseph. A funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Friday 6th March 2026 at 1pm. All are welcome back after the funeral to The Broadway, Duffield Road, Derby. Donations may be given at the service to support Macmillan Nurses. Unit 4a Park Farm Centre, Birchover Way, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2QN 01332 550033
(Roy) Passed away peacefully at Manorfields Care Home on Sunday 25th January, aged 96 years. Beloved husband of the late Violet and a much loved uncle to Pat, Clive, Alex, Toni, and Kath. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. The funeral service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium, Round Chapel on Tuesday 10th March at 1.00pm. Family flowers only, please, by request. Donations, if desired, may be made at the service in support of the RSPCA. All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral Littleover. Tel 01332 332302.
Margaret BEARDMORE
In loving memory of Beardmore Margaret Passed away peacefully on the 6th February 2026 Aged 85 Years. Beloved wife of the late Leslie Arthur. Dear mum to Jenny and Andrew. Treasured grandma to Lee and Katie and great-grandma to Autumn, Reid, Jack and Bea. Funeral Service and burial to be held at St Peter’s Church, Ellastone On Wednesday 4th March 2026 at 11am Family flowers only please, any donations gratefully received will be given to St Peter’s Church, Ellastone Village Hall and Ellastone Reading Room c/o A Slater & Sons, 66a High Street, Uttoxeter, St14 7JD 01889 564086 www.aslaterandsons.co.uk
Geoffrey BIRCH
It is with immense sadness that we announce that Geoffrey passed away peacefully at Haddon Hall Care Home, Buxton on Monday 26th January 2026 aged 82 years. Geoffrey was the much-loved husband of the late Sandra Birch, a devoted father to Carl and Kevin, father-in-law to Michelle and Emma, a treasured granddad to Natasha, Ben and Molly. Geoffrey will be sorely missed by all his family and friends. A service to celebrate Geoffrey’s life will be held at St Peter’s Church, Belper on Friday 27th February 2026 at 11.30am. Donations made in loving memory of Geoffrey will support the fantastic work of AQUA Box & Derby Children’s Seaside Home, these may be given at the service, online at rydefunerals.co.uk/donations or cheques made payable to “Jepson Funerals Limited” be sent c/o Thomas Ryde & Son Belper. Thomas Ryde & Son 35 Bridge Street Belper DE56 1AY Tel: 01773 822059 www.rydefunerals.co.uk
(nee MIDDLETON ) Of Blackfordby. Wife of the late Jim. Beloved mother to Rob, James, Janet and the late Ted. Matriarch to a large family. Passed peacefully away on Wednesday 11th February 2026 at home aged 103 years. The funeral service will be held at Bretby Crematorium on Friday 13th March 2026 at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired for Cancer Research UK. Any enquiries may be made to JP Springthorpe & Co Ltd, Castle Lodge, South Street, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1BR, Tel: 01530 417310
Sharon Ann BUCKLEY
Passed away peacefully at home on 16th January 2026. Aged 57 years. Daughter of the late Pat and George Buckley. Aunty to Bobby, Olivia and Lucas and Sister to Mary. A funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Friday 6th March 2026 at 11am. Flowers are welcome. Unit 4a Park Farm Centre, Birchover Way, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2QN 01332 550033
Jennifer Mary BUNTING (née Ruston)
(née Ruston) of Ripley formerly of Crich and Fritchley passed away after a short illness on 6th February 2026 aged 77 years. Beloved wife of Brian, much loved mum of Hayley, Karl, Nicola and surrogate mum to Kirsty, loved mother in law of Chris, Joanne and the late Sean, dearly loved nanna of Stephanie, Adam, Rebecca, Josh and Bethan, great nanna of Oliver, Isla, Jax, Wynter and Hugo. Much loved by her brothers, her husband’s family, nieces, nephews, and their family and friends. Service to be held on Monday 2nd March 2026 at St. Mary’s Church, Crich, followed by interment in Crich Burial Ground. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be given for Rainbows Hospice and the Macmillan Unit, Derby. Further enquiries and donations: www.archwayfuneralservice.co.uk Terry Daniel, Archway Funeral Service, 16, Chapel Street, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3DL. Tel: 01773 749028
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on 30th January 2026, aged 70 years. A loving wife, mum, mamma, sister and aunt. Jane’s funeral service will take place on Monday 2nd March, 11:15am in the Cedar Chapel at Bretby Crematorium. Floral tributes encouraged or donations in lieu to benefit Queens Institute of Community Nursing. These may be given at the service or online at www.tjparryfunerals.co.uk. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: T. J. Parry & Family Funeral Directors 188-189 Horninglow Street, Anson Court, Burton upon Trent, DE14 1NG. Tel. 01283 205285.
Passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on 29th January 2026, aged 83 years. Devoted wife to the late William, loving mum of Paul and Tracey and a cherished grandma to Kayleigh, Connor and Jay. Christine’s funeral service will take place on Friday 6th March 2026, 11:30am in the Willow Chapel at Bretby Crematorium. Floral tributes welcome or donations in lieu to benefit Yappy ever after dog rescue. These may be given at the service, or online at www.tjparryfunerals.co.uk. All enquiries c/o T. J. Parry & Family Funeral Directors 188-189 Horninglow Street, Anson Court, Burton upon Trent, DE14 1NG. Tel 01283 205285.
Brian CARRINGTON
Passed away peacefully at Netherhall Care Home on Friday 30th January 2026, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of Shirley. A loving dad to Melanie. Father in law to Paul. A cherished grandad to Heather & her husband Zac. Great grandad to Aimee, Ellie and Isabelle. A much loved brother, uncle & friend. Brian will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege to be part of his life. Brian’s funeral service will take place on Wednesday 4th March 2026 at 3.15pm in the Willow Service Room at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only by kind request. Donations in memory of Brian for Netherhall Care Home & may be placed in the collection box at the service. Arrangements & care are entrusted to: 10 Belmont Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8JU. 01283 224945
Maureen Ann CHEETHAM (née Ward)
Passed away surrounded by her family at the Nightingale Macmillan unit at the Royal Derby Hospital on Tuesday 3rd February 2026, aged 80 years. A much loved wife of Dave and devoted mum to Sally, Mark, David and Kate. She was deeply loved and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends and all who were fortunate to have known her. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for the Nightingale Macmillan unit at the Royal Derby Hospital. These can be made online at www.georgesimnett.co.uk or may be given at the service. All enquiries to George Simnett Family Funeral Directors Walker House, 65 High Street, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 6TB Tel: 01332 690211.
Passed away gently on Sunday 15th February 2026, aged 90 years. Much-loved husband of Dorothy, cherished dad to Gary, Tracy and Jackie, father-in-law to Denise and Rob, loving grandpa to Anna and Harvey and a great grandpa to Tommy. Tony will be missed by, Jon, Rhian, Leah, Craig, Isaac, Danni, Damir, Ellie and Angela, and many more who loved and admired him. Funeral service to be held at Markeaton Crematorium – Main Chapel on Friday 6th March at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers will support the Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance which may be left at the service or online via Tony’s tribute page www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 974221
(Ken) My wonderful husband sadly passed away on 21st January 2026. His service will be held on 18th February at 13.30hrs at Bramcote Crematorium. Anyone that knew him and would like to pay their respects are welcome to attend. Family flowers only please, but donations to Hillside Animal Sanctuary or Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary can be given on the day. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeral Care, Derby Road, Stapleford. Heartbroken wife Sue.
(Mick) Passed away peacefully at his home in Willington surrounded by his family on Sunday 25th January 2026 aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Lin, treasured dad to Alison, Joanne, Ian and Karen. Also a doting grandad and great- grandad. A funeral to celebrate Micks life will take place at Trent Valley Crematorium on Friday 6th March at 11.30am. To reflect Mick’s life and personality there is no requirement to wear black. Family flowers only please, however donations in loving memory of Mick maybe given at the service and online these will go on to support Treetops Hospice and Marie Curie. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302.
Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 17th January 2026 aged 76 years. Husband to the late Sandra, much loved dad to Gwen and Greg, father in law to Gino. Treasured grandad to Sophia, Nicole and Annelise. Also a brother to Margaret. A funeral service will take place at Trent Valley Crematorium on Monday 9th March at 2.30pm. Flowers are welcome, however donations in memory of William may be given at the service and online these will go on to support The British Heart Foundation and Macmillan Cancer Support. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, 3-5 Southview,Littleover,Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302
Passed away peacefully on the 14th of January 2026 aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Brian, loving mum of Simon, devoted grandma to Jack. A funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium at Round Chapel on Monday 9th March at 10:30 am. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu to benefit Kidney Research UK can be given online by visiting funeral-notices.co.uk or placed in the collection box at the service. All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral Chaddesden Tel: 01332 281442
Passed away peacefully on 19th January 2026, aged 87 years. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, 1st April, 9.30 at Markeaton Crematorium, Round Chapel. For all enquiries, please contact Natasha Hutchinson on 07385 141 592.
(of Tutbury) Passed away peacefully with all her loving family around her at Queen’s Hospital, Burton on Thursday 8th January 2026, aged 90 years. A beloved wife to the late Len, much loved mum, granny, great granny, great great granny, sister and auntie. Grace will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday 24th February at 2.15pm in The Cedar Room, Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired for Midlands Air Ambulance and St. Giles Hospice, may be left in the collection box at the service or online – https://grace-francis-1935-2026.muchloved.com/ All further enquiries please to – J H Grice Funeral Services, Hatton. Tel- 01283 812192
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Monday 9th February 2026, aged 76 years. Daughter of the late Alan and Ann, sister to Ruth, Mark and Michael, sister-in-law to Dave and aunt to Kate and Abby. Funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium – Main Chapel on Friday 13th March at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers will support the Treetops Hospice which may be left at the service or online via Pat’s tribute page www.wathalls.co.uk All enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 974221
Timothy John (Tim) HARRIS
(Tim) Tim passed away peacefully after a long illness on Saturday 7th February aged 72 years, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband to the late Sue. Loved brother to Christine, & the late Michael, Denis & Edith. Brother in law to Roy, Penny & John. A dear uncle. A treasured friend to Gillian, Catherine & Phil. A Loving grandad figure to Jack & Connor. And a friend to all who knew him. Tim’s funeral will be held at Bretby Crematorium in the Willow room on Thursday 12th March 2026 at 10.45am. Family flowers only by kind request. Donations in Tim’s memory will benefit the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance, and can be made below or on the day.
