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Joan Mansfield has died at the age of 94(Image: Derby Telegraph / funeral notices)
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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:
Joan MANSFIELD
Passed away peacefully at Jason Hylton Court Nursing Home on December 7, 2025, aged 94 years. Beloved wife to the late Fred, loving mum, grandma, great grandma and great great grandma. Joan’s family wish to thank Monica and her team at Jason Hylton nursing home for their excellent care. Joan was a friend to many and will be fondly remembered. Joan’s funeral service will take place on Wednesday 7th January, 10:00am in the Willow Chapel at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are invited to benefit Myeloma UK. 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
Marion JOHNSON
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 2nd December 2025, aged 99 years. She will be missed by her family and her many friends. Private family committal will take place on Thursday 22nd January 2026 at Markeaton Crematorium at 1.00pm followed by a Thanksgiving service for Marion at All Saints Church, Ockbrook at 1.45pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for Dementia Research UK may be given on the day, online or sent to A.W. Lymn Barton House 31 Chapel Side Spondon DE21 7JQ 01332 544 666 www.lymn.co.uk
Robert (Rob) JONES
(Rob) of 47 Underhill Close, Derby, passed away peacefully following a short illness at the Nightingale Macmillan Ward, Royal Derby Hospital, on Saturday 6 December 2025, aged 70 years. Rob was a wonderful father to his two children, Gemma and Matt, who were his entire focus in life. Rob was also a much loved brother to Sue and Sally. Rob will be dearly missed by all his family and wider group of friends. The funeral will be held on Friday 9 January 2026 at 10.30am at Trent Valley Crematorium. Flowers are welcome or donations in Rob’s memory to support the Nightingale Macmillan Ward (Fund Number 14001) . All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral, Sinfin, 01332 271088
Rev David George Harvey LEESE
Unexpectedly passed away peacefully 3rd December 2025 Royal Derby Hospital Coronary Care Unit. Thanksgiving Celebration Saturday 31st January 2026 1pm All Saints Church, Brailsford DE6 3AA. STRICTLY NO BLACK. Family flowers only. Donations to Brailsford Methodist Church and Englesea Brook Museum of Primitive Methodism. Enquiries to W Jones & Son, Funeral Directors 01335 360319
Anka LJUBOJEVIC
Passed away peacefully at home on 26th November 2025, aged 97 years. Anka was a dearly loved mother to Maria, Sava, and Nik, and a cherished grandmother to Sam, Andrew, Alex, Kristina, Tom, and Suzie, as well as a treasured great grandmother to Luka. At peace now, reunited with her late husband Mirko and her beloved son Jovan. Her gentleness and generosity will be missed by all who knew her. A service will be held on Wednesday 31st December at Serbian Orthodox Church, Lower Dale Road, Derby at 9:30am. A burial will immediately follow at Nottingham Road Cemetery. Light refreshments will be provided at afterwards at the Serbian Orthodox Church Hall, Lower Dale Road Derby. All flowers are welcome All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral, Normanton Road. Tel: 01332 344070.
Derek Hayes LOFTAS
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 9th December at the Royal Derby Hospital aged 92 years. Beloved husband to Jean, much loved and respected father of Darren, Justin and Melanie. Dear father-in-law to Janice and Emma. Loving granddad to Oliver, George, Jack, Daniel, Katie, Lucy, Isaac, Phoebe, Michi, Theodore and Alfie. Derek’s funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Monday 5th January in the main chapel at 11:00. Family flowers only please, but donations if wished to the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre. Further enquiries to J Barlow & Family Funeral Service. 41 Park Farm Centre Allestree Derby DE22 2QQ www.jbarlowfuneralservice.co.uk 01332 409182
Joseph (Joe) MCKENNA
(Joe) Passed away peacefully at Royal Derby Hospital on Sunday 7th December 2025, aged 79 years. Loving father of Sarah, Amy and Louisa, proud grandfather to his grandchildren and a good friend to many. Joe will be received into Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church, Mickleover, Derby on Thursday 8th January, 2026 at 6pm. A Requiem Mass will take place on the following day at 10.00am and this will be followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only please, donations in memory payable to ‘CAFOD’ or ‘The Royal British Legion’ may be made at the service. All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 25 Main Street, Findern, Derbyshire DE65 6AG. Tel: 01332 425022. To donate online or leave a memory of Joe, please visit www.murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on tributes and donations).
George William MILLS
It is with heavy hearts the family of George William Mills announce his passing. George lived his whole life in Worksop and made so many friends within the community, he will be missed. George’s Funeral Service will be held at Babworth Crematorium, Straight Mile, Babworth Rd, Babworth DN22 8FJ. On Monday 22nd December 2025 at 3:00 pm. All welcome to join family at George’s Funeral service. Donations in Memory of George will go to Prostate Cancer UK. All enquiries to: Kinton and Daughter Family Funeral Services 397 Tamworth Road, Long Eaton Nottingham NG10 3JP 01159 724555
Stuart MORONEY
It is with sadness that we announce the death of Stuart Moroney who died suddenly at home on 4th December aged 70 years. The son of John and Ida Moroney, Brother to Graham, Rosalyn and the late Paul, Pamela, Glenda and Richard. There will be no service at his request. He will be interred at Ripley Cemetery on Monday 12th January 2026 at 2pm. Family flowers only please, any donations to be made to Derby Royal Hospital I.C.U via Central Co-op Funeral Care. All enquiries to: Central Co-op Funeralcare, 5 Nottingham Road, Ripley DE5 3DJ. Tel: 01773 570136.
Bernadette O’LEARY
O’LEARY Bernadette Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 9th December 2025, aged 91 years. Much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother she will be sadly missed by all. Reception into Christ the King Church, Mackworth will take place on Tuesday 13th January 2026 at 4.00pm. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday 14th January at 10.00am followed by interment into the family grave at Nottingham Road Cemetery at 11.30am. All enquiries to: A.W. Lymn Derwent House 9 Becket Street Derby DE1 1HT 01332 348 800 www.lymn.co.uk
June Irene ROBINSON (née Sanders)
(née Sanders) Mrs June Robinson of Littleover, Derby sadly passed away on Saturday 6th December 2025, surrounded by her loving husband and family, at the age of 75. A dearly loved wife to Michael, a much loved Auntie, Great Auntie, Sister, Sister-in-Law and treasured friend. June’s funeral to take place at 2.30pm on Tuesday 23rd December at Trent Valley Crematorium (Aston-on-Trent). Family flowers only please, donations if desired can be given to Cancer Research 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
Geoffrey Norman (Geoff) SELLORS
(Geoff) Passed away peacefully in his sleep at Willowcroft Care Home, formerly of Anthony Crescent Alvaston aged 96 years. Much loved Dad of Elaine and her Partner Paul and the late Cliff and Chris. Dearly loved Brother to Carol and Brother-in-Law to Dot. Uncle and great Uncle and much-loved resident of those caring for him at Willowcroft care home. Geoff was much loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Forever in our hearts and we hope you are now reunited with Marge, Cliff and Chris xx Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium Aston on Trent on Tuesday 23rd December at 1.30pm. Family flowers only however donations may be given at the service to benefit Age UK. All enquires to Central Coop Funeral Allenton DE24 9AA Tel: 01332 349925
Dorothy May SESSIONS
Late of Hatton. Aged 96 years. Passed away peacefully on 27th November 2025. Dearly loved aunt and great aunt. She will be missed by all who knew her. Funeral Tuesday 6th January 2026. Service at St Michael’s Church, Sutton on the Hill at 11:30am. Family flowers only please, but donations may be given to St Michael’s Church or to Derbyshire Rural Chaplaincy. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319
Margaret Anne SIMPSON
Passed away peacefully at Nightingale Care and Nursing Home on 30th November 2025 aged 84 years. A devoted Wife to George, cherished Mum to Lynn and Coral, Mother-in-law to Andy and Malachy and loving Grandma to Olivia, Hannah, Emmet and Alex. Much loved Sister, Sister-in-Law and Auntie, Margaret will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will be held at Trent Valley Crematorium on Friday January 2nd at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please, any kind donations in Margaret’s memory will support Dementia UK and can be made online or at the service. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral, Sinfin, 01332 271088
David SPRAY
David passed away at Royal Derby Hospital on Wednesday 26th November 2025 at the age of 81 years. A Funeral Service to celebrate his life will be held on Friday 19th December 2025 1:30 pm at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent. All are welcome and invited to attend. After the funeral refreshments will be served at Shardlow Marina. Donations in lieu of flowers will benefit the continued work of Treetops Hospice Care Any enquiries can be made via Kinton & Daughter Family Funeral Directors Castle Donington Branch Telephone: 01332 390861
Marilyn WILLIAMSON (Née Turner)
(Née Turner) Passed away at Royal Derby Hospital after a short illness with her loving son by her side. Wife of the late Derek, dearly loved Mother to John, Mother in law to Katie, treasured Grandma to Leo, Elliot and Emma and a beloved sister. Marilyn will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A funeral service will be held on Friday 16th January, 12.30 pm at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel. All are welcome to continue Marilyn’s celebration of life at The Woodlands Hotel after the service. Flowers are welcome and can be sent to Central Co-op Funeral, Allenton. Tel: 01332 349925.
Doreen WOODFORD
Passed away peacefully at home on 25th November 2025, aged 95 years. Beloved wife to the late Peter, loving mum of Chris and Julian, mother in law to Sarah, grannie of George, Sarah and Edith, and great grandma of Oskar and Freya. Doreen’s funeral service will take place on Monday 29th December, 11:30am in the Willow Chapel at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are invited to benefit St Giles Hospice. 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.
Rosemary Joy YATES (Prince)
Passed away peacefully at Holbrook Hall Care Home on 2nd December 2025. Aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late John Yates, loving mother to Karen and Harvey, and devoted Grannie to Nathaniel. Rosemary will be sadly missed, by all who knew her. A Funeral Service will take place at Markeaton Crematorium Main Chapel on Monday 5th January at 12.30pm; Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Rosemary will support Alzheimer’s Research UK and can be left at the service or given online via Rosemary’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026
Stephen Allan YOUNG
Passed away peacefully at Queens Hospital Burton on Sunday 30th November aged 56 years old. Beloved Husband of wife Steph and dad to Rowan. Much loved son of Gordon and Christine, loving brother of sister Amanda and loving stepdad of Michaela and grandad to Evie. Steve is loved by all his friends and family and will be missed by all. Family and friends are requested to wear a touch of purple and Steve’s extended rock and metal family to please wear their festival attire. The funeral service will be held at Bretby Crematorium, Cedar Service Room, on Friday 2nd January at 2:15pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Steve are gratefully appreciated for The Woodland Trust and may be placed in the donation box at the end of the service. All enquiries please to: Central Coop Funeral, 8 Borough Road, Burton on Trent, DE14 2DF. Tel: 01283 568431
