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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Death Notices
(Beb) It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Cavill, on the 15th of June 2026, at Scunthorpe General Hospital, with his family by his side. Loving husband of Maureen, dearly loved father of David and Joanne, father-in-law of Michelle and Keith, proud grandfather of Stacey, Danielle, Jake, Issy and Ben, and great-grandfather of Esme, Norie, Jack, Attie and Max. A funeral service to celebrate Cavill’s life will be held on Monday, 20th July, at 11.20am at Woodlands Crematorium. Family flowers only, however, donations for the British Heart Foundation will be gratefully received c/o Jason Threadgold Funeral Director 3 Burringham Road Scunthorpe DN17 2BA Tel: (01724) 865865

Sadly, Jocelyn passed away unexpectedly at home, on 15th June 2026, aged 66 years. Devoted daughter of the late Tom and Margaret, much loved sister of Robert, dear sister in law of Susan, loving auntie of Scott and Ross & Jessica, and great auntie of Ty, and a good friend to many. A service to celebrate Jocelyn’s life will be held at Woodlands Crematorium, Scunthorpe on Wednesday 8th July 2026 at 11.20am. Feel free to wear something with bright and cheerful clolours Family flowers only please, but donations in Jocelyn’s memory to benefit Hope House may be left for or can be sent to ‘Hope House BFS’ c/o J Naylor Funeral Directors, Comforts Avenue, Scunthorpe DN15 6PN Tel: 01724 280082

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dave peacefully on Sunday 21st June 2026 in the loving care of Ashlea Court Nursing Home, Waltham, aged 91 years, with his daughter Carol by his side. Loving husband of Brenda, dearest dad of Mark, Carol and Lesley, father in law of Angie, Dave and Steve, precious grandad of Carly, Joe, Courtney, Amy, and Reece, and also a great grandad of 9 Dave was a friend to many and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A service to celebrate Dave’s life will be held at Grimsby Crematorium, on Tuesday 7th July at 1.30pm . Please wear an item of blue clothing, if possible. By request family flowers only but donations in Dave’s memory can be made to Dementia UK and a donation box will be available on the day. Any further enquiries Steven Near Funeral Directors, 36 Wellowgate, Grimsby, DN32 0RA Tel: 01472 250074
(Len) Suddenly on 22nd June, aged 93 years whilst in the care of Castle Hill Hospital. Loving husband of the late Shirley, much loved dad of Rosemary and Nigel; treasured grandad of Natasha, Alex and Alice and special great grandad to Taylor, Ellis and the late Brooke. A dear father in law, brother, uncle, cousin and good friend to many especially his golfing friends at Normanby. A funeral service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Barton-upon-Humber, on Tuesday 28th July 2026 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Barton-upon-Humber Cemetery, Barrow Road. Family flowers only please but donations would be gratefully accepted for the Friedreich’s Ataxia Charity, directly at www.ataxia.org.uk or left at the service. All enquiries to H & HJ Huteson & Sons Funeral Directors, Holydyke Funeral Home, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5PR. Tel: 01652 660330

It is with great sadness to announce that Isobel aged 16 years passed away tragically and unexpectedly on 26th June 2026. Isobel was a much loved daughter, sister, niece, granddaughter, great-granddaughter and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A service to celebrate Isobel’s life will be held in the near future. If attending Isobel’s funeral, by request, colourful clothing is to be worn, if possible. Any further enquiries to: Waltham Funeral Service 10 Fairway, Waltham DN37 0LU Tel: 01472 828624
Christopher John Day died peacefully on 24 June 2026, aged 70. Beloved husband of Judy, father of Alexandra, Georgia and India, and grandfather of Hugo and Felix. Private family funeral. Details of a memorial service in the autumn to follow.

Sadly, with his family by his side, John passed away at Scunthorpe General Hospital on 22nd June 2026 aged 83 years. Much loved dad of Simon and Melissa, father in law of Elaine and Rick, grandad of Georgia, Jayden, Danny and Maisie, great-grandad of Grayson, Jude and Freddie, John was a good friend to many and he will be sadly missed. Would family and friends please meet at Woodlands Crematorium on Monday 13th July 2026 at 10.40am for service and committal. Family flowers only please, but donations in John’s memory will be collected for Lindsey Lodge Hospice and these can be left following the service or sent c/o J Naylor Funeral Directors Comforts Avenue Scunthorpe DN15 6PN – Formal funeral wear is not required –

Peacefully on 26th June 2026 in the loving care of St. Margaret’s Care Home, Grimsby, John aged 79 years. The devoted and much loved husband of Tess, loving dad of Sarah and James, a very dear grandad, great-grandad, father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and a good friend to many. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in Grimsby Crematorium on Wednesday 29th July 2026 at 1.30pm. No flowers please by request, donations in lieu to benefit ‘Stroke Association’ may be given at the service or sent to: – Near & Near Undertakers, The Mews, David Street, Grimsby, DN32 9NN. Telephone (01472) 250150 www.nearandnear.com

(Netherton) Lorraine passed peacefully whilst in the care of Grimsby Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, after a short illness with her loving partner and family at her side, aged 67 years. Beloved partner of Lee, much loved mam of Sophie, Dale and Scott. Much loved nana to Tommy Lee, Ruby, Ellie, Cory, George, Cameron, Mckenzie and Dottie. A funeral service will take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Thursday 16th July at 10.30am, attire smart but casual. Family and friends flowers if desired or donations to the pink rose suite Grimsby, collection box will be provided at the service. Flowers to be sent to were Lorraine is resting: COOP FUNERAL CARE, 55 ABBEY ROAD, GRIMSBY, DN32 0HN.

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Peter Lyons a deeply loved husband, dad, grandad, brother, uncle, and friend and we are all missing him terribly. As we take things one day at a time, we want to focus on remembering and celebrating the fantastic man he was. If you would like to join us in celebrating his life, the details are below: Service: Wednesday 22nd July at 3:30 PM at Gedling Crematorium (Catfoot Ln, Lambley, Nottingham NG4 4QH). Following the service, we will be gathering for drinks and refreshments at The Bread and Bitter (153-155 Woodthorpe Dr, Mapperley, Nottingham NG3 5JL). It will be family flowers only. We are currently choosing a charity for donations and will confirm the details soon. Please wear whatever makes you feel comfortable Thank you all for your love and support. Anne and Christy

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Sean Martin at Diana Princess of Wales Hospital Grimsby, surrounded by his loving wife Patricia and friends, on 16th June 2026. Beloved husband, son, father and good friend to many. Sean will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A service to celebrate Sean’s life will be held at Grimsby Crematorium on Friday 10th July 2026 at 9.45am. In honour of Sean’s lifelong support of Celtic Football Club, attendees are warmly invited to wear a splash of green. All floral tributes welcome. Sean is resting peacefully in the care of Jason Rocks Funeral Services 307 Laceby Road, Grimsby, DN34 5LP Tel: 01472 562 818

It is with great sadness we announce that Tony sadly passed away on the 15th of June 2026, with his loving family beside him, aged 91 years. Tony was a devoted and loving husband to Audrey for 69 years, a loving dad to the late Jeffrey and Stewart a loving dad to Julie, Andrew and Jane, father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad, uncle and a friend to many. Would family and friends please meet at Woodlands Crematorium, Scunthorpe on Wednesday the 8th of July 2026 at 13:20pm for a service to celebrate Tony’s life. Family flowers only please but donations would be gratefully accepted for “Lindsey Lodge Hospice” c/o Jason Threadgold Funeral Director 3 Burringham Road Scunthorpe DN17 2BA Tel:(01724) 865865

(Hopwood) Peacefully at home on Thursday the 18th of June 2026, Christine passed away aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved mum of Becki and Simon, dear daughter of Brenda and the late Fred, sister of John and Steve and a dear mother in law and nana. A funeral service will take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Wednesday 8th July at 9.45am. No flowers please by request, but donations in lieu of flowers can be made to St Andrews Children’s Hospice and a donation box will be available on the day Any further enquiries Steven Near Funeral Service 36 Wellowgate Grimsby DN32 0RA Tel: 01472 357713
In Memoriams
Remembering a dearly loved son and brother. It’s been 14 years since you went away and left us all heartbroken. But not a single day has passed when your name has not been spoken. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Mum, Dad and Shelly x x x
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