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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Timothy Walsh
On May 30th 2024, Peacefully at St James Hospital, Leeds. Timothy aged 63 years of Longwood. Much loved dad of Tayler, proud grandad of Briana, dearly loved brother of Jeremy and a dear son of Gerald and the late Gwen.
Service and Committal at Huddersfield Crematorium on Wednesday June 26th at 11.15am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St James, Leeds Oncology Department for which a plate will be provided at the service.
Sheila Kaye
Peacefully on Wednesday 5th June 2024 at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. Sheila, aged 87 years of Thongsbridge.
Beloved and devoted wife of Desmond, much loved mum of Helen and mum-in-law of Graeme, proud and much loved gran of Ben.
Sheila was a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
A celebration of Sheila’s life will take place on Tuesday 18th June 2024, Huddersfield Crematorium at 10.30am.
Family flowers only, donations in memory of Sheila are appreciated to the British Heart Foundation.
All enquiries to
T W Birks and Son,
Woodhead Road, Holmfirth HD9 2PR.
Megan Merle Smith
On 22nd May 2024 peacefully at Calderdale Royal Hospital and of Emley Moor.
Merle Smith aged 79 years, the dearly loved wife of the late Duncan, the much loved mum of Julian and Jeremy, loved mother in law of Sandra and Suneela, also a dear and devoted grandma.
Will friends please meet for service at St. Michael’s Parish Church, Emley at 11.30am on Friday 14th June followed by a private interment.
Family flowers only by request donations in lieu of flowers if so desired would be appreciated for Dementia UK for which a donation plate will be provided at the service.
All enquiries to Morley Rhodes and Wainwright Funeral Directors, Skelmanthorpe.
Tel: 01484 862095
Judy Lilley
On 24th May 2024 peacefully at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary and of Skelmanthorpe, the dearly loved wife of Brian, the much loved mam of David and Rachael, mother in law of Jayne and a dear and devoted grandma of Aaron, Rebecca and Katie.
Will friends please meet for service at Wakefield Crematorium at 1.20pm on Monday 17th June.
Family flowers only by request donations in lieu of flowers if so desired would be appreciated for Dementia UK for which a donation plate will be provided at the service.
All enquiries to Morley Rhodes and Wainwright Funeral Directors, Skelmanthorpe.
Tel: 01484 862095.
Molly Sykes
On 3rd June 2024, peacefully in Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, aged 93 years.
Dearly beloved wife of the late John, much loved Mum of Howard, Paul and Martin, dear Mother in law of Gill and Violet, dearly loved Grandma of Amy, Jo and Tom and a good friend to many.
The cortege will leave her residence on Wednesday 3rd July for Requiem Mass at St Patrick’s Church, New North Road at 10.00am, followed by committal at Huddersfield Crematorium at 11.15am. Relatives and friends please accept this intimation and meet at the Church.
Family flowers only please by request, to McNulty Funeral Home, 25 New North Parade, no later than 8.30am on day of funeral.
Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Macular Society and Forget Me Not Childrens Hospice, for which a donation box will be available at the Church and Crematorium.
Requiescat in Pace
McNulty Funeral Service,
25 New North Parade, HD1 5JU.
Tel: 01484 426278.
John Winterbottom
On 2nd June 2024 suddenly at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary aged 86 years of Beaumont Park. Beloved husband of the late Irene, dearly loved dad of Richard and Kate. Dear father in law of Cathy and Steve and a treasured grandad of Daniel, Chloe and Luke.
A service and cremation will be held at Huddersfield Crematorium on Monday 17th June at 10am. Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu if so desired to Brighouse Swimming Club for which a box will be available. Enquiries can be made to Deborah Ingham Funeral Service, telephone number 01484 451313.
Derek Graham Marchant
In loving memory of Derek Graham Marchant who passed away on 17th May 2024, aged 71 years.
A dear father to Sabrina, husband to Annette, and brother to Jackie who will be sadly missed.
The funeral service will take place at 11 am on 18 June 2024 at St Peter’s Church, Ash Church Road, Ash, GU12 6LU.
Betty Hartley
Peacefully on Wednesday 29th May aged 93 years.
Beloved and loving wife of the late Donald, cherished mum of Ann, Joan, Keith and Glenn also a proud grandmother and devoted to all of her grandchildren.
The Funeral service will be held Huddersfield Crematorium on Thursday 27th June at 11.15am followed by a celebration of Betty’s life at Oakes Baptist Church at 12.15pm. All welcome
Family flowers only please. Donations will be gratefully received for the benefit of CART via funeral-notices.co.uk and also a box will be provided.
Any enquiries to Highfield Funeral Service. Tel: 01484 428243.
Susan Brook (née Bamforth)
On 1st June 2024, suddenly and peacefully at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, and of Slaithwaite, aged 70 years.
Dearly loved wife of Terry, much loved mum of Leanne, a loved mother-in-law of Andy, dear sister of John, a much thought of sister-in-law, auntie, cousin and a friend to many.
Will friends please meet for service and interment at All Hallows Church, Kirkburton on Thursday 20th June 2024 at 11:00am.
Family flowers only please, but donations would be appreciated for the Intensive Care Unit, Huddersfield Royal Infirmary which may be left as you leave the service.
All enquiries to Pearson Funeral Service, Manchester Road, Marsden, tel: 01484 844289.
Rev. Mary Stott
On 3rd June 2024, peacefully at St. Winifreds Nursing Home, Rastrick, aged 91 years. Life-long servant in the Methodist Church, including 10 years as ordained minister in the Halifax Circuit 1989 – 1999.
Dearly-loved wife of the late Rev. Conrad Stott, much loved mum of Aaron and Gareth, dear mother-in-law of Margaret and Alison. Treasured grandma of Eleanor, Hannah, Chris, Neil and Jon, and loving great grandma of Daisy, Reuben, Piper and Millie.
Will friends please meet for a service of celebration at Meltham Methodist Church on Monday 24th June 2024 at 3:00pm. Family flowers only please, but donations would be appreciated for Meltham Methodist Church, which may be left as you leave the service or alternatively sent to Pearson Funeral Service. If possible, please confirm attendance to the family or by email to info@pearson-funerals.co.uk. It will also be possible to watch the service online – please email for details.
All enquiries to Pearson Funeral Service, 7-9 Station Street, Meltham, Holmfirth, tel:01484 688575.
Shirley Margaret Tordoff
On 14th May 2024, aged 91 years.
Passed away peacefully at Calderdale Royal surrounded by her loving family.
Wife of the late Colin, mother of Stephen, Alan and Andrew, granny and great-granny. Shirley will be sadly missed by all who loved her.
Funeral service on Tuesday 18th June at Christ Church, Linthwaite at 11am. Followed by committal at Huddersfield Crematorium.
Donations to Yorkshire Air Ambulance and RNLI.
All enquiries to The Gables Funeral Service Marsh Tel 01484 424235.
William (Bill) McAvinue
Passed away after a short illness on 10th May 2024 aged 81.
Devoted dad of Craig and Kate and a loved grandad, dear brother of Terry, Shaun and the late Eddie, Kevin and Margaret.
Funeral at St Thomas’ Church, Jersey on Friday 14th June at 11.30am.
Please accept this the only intimation.
Requiescat in Pace.
Margaret Kettlewell
Peacefully at Calderdale Royal Hospital aged 90 years. Shirley was a devoted wife of the late Keith. Adored mum to Stephen, loving grandma to Emily, Paul and good friend to many.
The Celebration of Shirley’s life will take place at Huddersfield Crematorium on Monday 24th June at 13:15pm.
By request of the family donations are greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers to The Kirkwood Hospice for which a donation box will be available after the service.
All Enquiries to Huddersfield Funeral Home, 106 St Thomas’ Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LL. Tel: 01484 531441.
Dr Ron Jameson (Long serving GP of Golcar)
(Long serving GP of Golcar ) Ron Jameson, aged 96 died peacefully at home on 26th May.
Born in Banbury, he trained in medicine at Kings College Hospital London and became a highly respected and loved GP in Golcar, where he lived with his wife, Jess, and daughters Pippa and Susie from 1955 until he retired in 1988. After retirement he continued his long standing service as a magistrate, and his service as an active member of Gideons International and of Lindley Evangelical Church. His Christian faith underpinned all his activities.
A service of thanksgiving for his long life and for the helpful contributions he made to the lives of many others will be held at Bradley St Thomas Church, St Thomas Gardens, Bradley on Friday 28th June at 12.30. Will friends please accept this as the only intimation. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Bradley St Thomas Church to assist their work in the community and in providing Bible teaching material for small groups. A plate for donations will be provided at the service or c/o The Taylor Funeral Service.
The Taylor Funeral Service
The Mount
2 Cowlersley Lane
Huddersfield
HD4 5TY
Telephone: (01484) 656156.
Albert Hylton
Passed away peacefully, on 10th May 2024, aged 94 years, at the Calderdale Royal Hospital, and of Crosland Moor. Albert, the devoted husband of the late Mellita, a much loved dad of George and William, proud grandad of Mishicker and Imogen, caring great grandad to Damario and Riccardo, the beloved brother of Oswald, also a loving uncle and good friend to many.
A funeral service to celebrate Albert’s life will be held at St Thomas’s Church, Longroyd Bridge, HD1 3HU at 11:00am on Thursday 27th June followed by interment at Edgerton Cemetery, HD1 5NF.
All floral tributes to the D.J. Screen & Sons Funeral Home, Fartown, before 9:30am on the funeral day please.
Terence (Terry) Hall
On 9th June 2024, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, aged 91 years.
Dearly loved husband of Enid, much loved dad of Isobel, Alison and partners, special grandad of Daniel and Liam, loved great grandad of Oliver.
Will friends please meet for service at Huddersfield Crematorium on Tuesday 25th June 2024 at 2:00pm.
Family flowers only please, but donations would be appreciated for the Alzheimer’s Society which may be left as you leave the service.
Please could everyone wear something claret and gold.
All enquiries to Pearson Funeral Service, Manchetser Road, Marsden, Tel: 01484 844289.
Lionel Leonard Alves
Passed away peacefully, on 20th May 2024, aged 87 years, at his home in Newsome. Lionel, a much loved dad, grandad, brother, uncle and good friend to many.
Funeral Service will be held at St Joseph’s RC Church, Aspley, HD5 9AU at 1:45pm on Friday 28th June followed by interment at Hey Lane Cemetery, HD4 6TX.
All floral tributes to the D.J. Screen & Sons Funeral Home, Fartown, before 12:00 Noon on the funeral day please.
Requiescat in Pace.
Jane Jessop
Passed away on 3rd June 2024 at home in Linthwaite aged 67 years. Much loved Wife of the late Stephen. Loving Mum of Glen, Leigh, Scott and Darren. Dear Mum in law of Sarah, Chris, Amy and Kerry. Precious and loving Grandma of Bradley, Harrison, Joe, Sam, Eleanor, Niamh, Clemmie and Harry. Also dear sister of Marie, Gina, Jimmy and the late June and Paul. Funeral Service takes place on Friday 5th July at Linthwaite Methodist Church 12.30pm followed by committal at Huddersfield Crematorium 2pm. By request family flowers only please, donations in memory of Jane will be much appreciated for Cancer Research UK for which a box will be available at the service. All enquiries to Slaithwaite Funeral Services, Old Bank, HD7 5AR. Telephone 01484 842212.
Eileen Tracey
On 8th June 2024 peacefully at Calderdale Royal Hospital. Eileen aged 92 years beloved wife of the late Don, much loved mam of Jayne and the late Alyson, Dear mother-in-law of John, dearly loved nana of Rachel, Michael, Emma and Alex also a much loved great nana to Ethan, Isaac, Isla and Grace.
The Funeral service and committal will be held at Huddersfield Crematorium at 12:30 on Thursday 27th June, will friends please accept this intimation and meet at the crematorium.
By Eileen’s request donations may be made in lieu of flowers to The Kirkwood and The Forget me Not Children’s Hospice. Also smart clothing but not all black please.
All enquiries to Huddersfield Funeral Home, 106 St Thomas’ Road, HD1 3LL, Tel: 01484 531441.
Bharat Kumar (Dr Bert) Jindal
Retired GP of Longwood & Speedwell Surgeries. On 9th June 2024 at home, Bert passed away peacefully aged 68 years. Dearly loved and loving husband of Beverly, a much loved father of Sita, Arjun and Priya, also a dear brother of Rajat.
A Service of Celebration for Bert’s life will take place at Huddersfield Crematorium Fixby on Monday 1st July at 1.15pm.
Family flowers only please by request, donations if desired may be given in support of either the National Autistic Society or The Longwood Sing. At the families request No dark mourning clothes.
Enquiries to Golcar Funeral Directors Ltd 01484 644650.
Will friends please accept this intimation and meet at the Crematorium.
Kevin Kelly (KK)
On 30th May 2024 suddenly but peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, Kevin aged 56 years.
The dearly loved son of Doris and the late Frank, much loved dad of Tahlia, loving grandad of Avenie, dear brother of Tony, Shaun, Janine and the late Neil, a very dear uncle and a good friend to many and will be very sadly missed.
The funeral service will take place at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church, Sheepridge on Wednesday 26th June at 11.30am followed by a committal at Huddersfield Crematorium, Fixby.
Family flowers only please, but donations would be greatly appreciated for Kirkwood Hospice, for which a plate will be available at the service. Will friends kindly accept this intimation and kindly meet at the church.
All enquiries to
Springhead Funeral Service, Waterloo. Tel: 01484 534488.
Malvern Goodall
11.4.1936 – 15.5.2024 Peacefully at Barnsley District Hospital on 15th May. The dearly loved husband of Merrell. Much loved father of Julian, Paul and the late Christopher. Dear father in law of Julie, Sarah and Suzanne. Proud Grandad of Jonathan, Chloe, James, Guy, Alex, Isabelle, Toby and Reuben. Adored great grandad. Loving brother of David and the late Dorothy and brother in law of Derrick. Former owner of Goodall Caravans, Pennine Rotary member and an active member of various charitable organisations. Family and friends are invited to a service to celebrate his life at Huddersfield Crematorium on Friday 5th July at 11.15am. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu would be welcome for Crosland Moor Community Learning Centre ( Cheques made payable to Crosland Moor Computer Centre) a good cause Malvern was involved with for which there will be a box at the service. All enquires T.W. Birks and Son, Holme Valley Funeral Home, Holmfirth HD9 2PR Tel:01484 683322.
Graham Ellis
On 11th June 2024, peacefully, after a short illness bravely fought at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Graham aged 68 years of Holmfirth. The dearly loved husband of Christine and a very dear brother, brother in law and uncle and a good friend to all who knew him.
Funeral service at Grenoside North Chapel on Thursday 4th July at 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations if wished may be given for Parkinson’s UK c/o Radcliffe Funeral Service, 16 Westgate, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6AA or online at radcliffefuneralservice.co.uk – obituaries. A donation box will be available at the service. Will friends please accept this intimation and meet at the Crematorium.
Susan Buckley
On 3rd June 2024, Susan passed away peacefully at her home in High Hoyland, aged 81 years.
A much loved Wife, Mum, Grandma and Great Grandma
Service at Pilling Lane Methodist Church, Skelmanthorpe on Thursday 20th June at 2pm where friends are asked to meet followed by interment at private land in High Hoyland all welcome and afterwards at The Cherry Tree.
Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Macmillan Cancer Support for which a plate will be provided.
All enquiries please to E Bedford & Co tel 01484 863589.
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