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<\/p>\nOur thoughts are with all those who have lost a loved one recently<\/p>\n
Jean Winifred Noble(Image: Submitted)<\/p>\n
Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements.<\/p>\n
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Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page.<\/p>\n
To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here <\/a>.<\/p>\n Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084.<\/p>\n Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:<\/p>\n Jean Winifred NOBLE<\/a><\/p>\n Passed away peacefully on 11th May 2026. Aged 89 years. Beloved wife of Graham, cherished mum to Darren, Joanne, Kate and Chris and a much-loved Nan to Greg, Alex, Jade, Ryan, Ella, Meghan, Liam, Donagh, Libby and Amelia and treasured nanny Jean to Luca, Cole, Hallie, Harper and Santi and amazing mother-in-law to all our partners. Jean was deeply loved by her family & friends and will be missed more than words can say. Her warmth, kindness and love will stay in our hearts forever. A Funeral Service will take place at All Saints Church, Breadsall on Friday 19th June at 3.00pm followed by a private cremation for family and close friends at Trent Valley Crematorium. To reflect Jean’s warm and vibrant spirit, the family kindly ask guests to wear something colourful and avoid all black where possible. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Jean will support; Alzheimer’s Research UK Just for Dogs Rescue, Brailsford and Breast Cancer Now can be left at the service or given online via Jean’s tribute page at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s 01332 504026<\/p>\n Carol PANTALL<\/a><\/p>\n Passed away peacefully at Hoar Cross Nursing Home on 10th May 2026, aged 81 years. A loving mum, grandma (Grom), great grandma, sister and aunt. Carol’s funeral service will take place on Wednesday 10th June, 10:45am in the Willow Chapel at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donation’s if desired are invited to benefit the Brain Tumour Charity. 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.<\/p>\n David John Brown PARK<\/a><\/p>\n Passed away peacefully at St Giles Hospice on 15th May 2026, aged 92 years. Beloved husband to the late Doreen, devoted dad to Shirley, Linda and Kathleen, father in law to Murray, Dick and the late Steve. Loving papa to Katie and Tristan, Samantha and Matt, Thomas and Corinne, Elena and Mark, Sarah and Ash, Martin and Hannah. Great papa to Harrison, Phoebe, Reuben and Romilly. David’s funeral will be held on Monday 8th June service 10.00am in the Willow Room at Bretby Crematorium. Black need not be worn. Immediate family flowers only please, donations in memory will benefit ‘St Giles Hospice’ and may be placed in the collection box at the service. All enquiries to Murray’s Funeral Directors, 1 Boardman Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 9DL Tel 01283 819933. To donate online, light a candle or leave a memory of David, please visit www.murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on tributes and donations).<\/p>\n Marcel Joseph Harry (Joe) PARKES<\/a><\/p>\n (Joe) Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 13th May 2026, aged 94 years. Reunited with wife Ann, much loved dad to Lynda, Susan and David, father-in-law to Phil, Pete and Lynda, grandad to Ian, Dean, Kelly and Emma and great grampy to Esther, Ethan, Lilly, Bella, Layla and Hunter. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 16th June, service 2:30pm in the Main Chapel at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu will support Treetops Hospice Trust, Marie Curie and Cancer Research UK and may be left at the service or given online at www.wathalls.co.uk Enquiries to Wathall’s Telephone: 01332 504027<\/p>\n Roy Lionel PHILLIPS<\/a><\/p>\n Roy passed away peacefully at home aged 96 years. Much loved husband of 71 years to Thelma, dear Dad to Stephen, Lynn and Ian, and proud Grandad to Daniel, Adam, Elijah, Ben and Solomon. Funeral Service to be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel on Monday 8th June 2026 at 11:00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Roy to be made out to British Heart Foundation. Donations will be collected on the day of the service or can be made online via funeral-notices.co.uk and search for Roy Lionel Phillips. Further enquiries please to Co-op Funeral Care, Belper DE56 1UR Telephone 01773 820201<\/p>\n Stella POWER<\/a><\/p>\n Passed away peacefully at Queens Hospital on 30th April 2026, aged 85 years. Stella was a treasured Mum, Sister and Aunt, who will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Thursday 11th June, service 10:30am at St Michael and All Angels Church, Tatenhill. Family flowers only please. Donations in loving memory of Stella will support the Alzheimer’s Society, and may be placed in the collection box following the service. All enquiries to Murrays Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, DE14 2LX. Tel: 01283 562299.<\/p>\n Richard Norman REEVES<\/a><\/p>\n Passed away peacefully at home on 8th May 2026, aged 65 years. Beloved husband, loving dad and grandad. Richard’s funeral service will take place on Monday 15th June, 10:00am in the Main Chapel at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are invited to benefit Myotonic Dystrophy Support Group. 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.<\/p>\n John SMITH<\/a><\/p>\n Peacefully at rest on Sunday 17th May 2026, whilst at home, surrounded by his loving and devoted family, John aged 86 years of Checkley and Uttoxeter. A much loved and devoted husband of Betty, much loved dad of Fay, Ian and Peter, loved father-in-law of Rob, Jane and Jennie and a treasured grandad and great-grandad. John will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. A service to celebrate John’s life will take place at Stafford Crematorium on Wednesday 3rd June at 1.30pm. Would all those wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium. No flowers by request please, donations preferred in memory of John to Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to: J.P Keates and Son Funeral Directors, Bank House, 37 Bank Street, Cheadle, ST10 1NR. Tel: (01538) 752164 www.jpkeatesandson.co.uk<\/p>\n Trevor George TAYLOR<\/a><\/p>\n Passed away peacefully after a long illness at his home on 14th May 2026, aged 78 years. Loving husband of Shirley and a dear dad to Adam and father in law to Fiona. Funeral Wednesday 10th June. Service at St Mary’s Church, Mappleton at 11am, followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations may be given to The Air Ambulance. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son, Funeral Directors. Telephone: 01335 360319<\/p>\n Dorothy (Kozzy) THEOBALD<\/a><\/p>\n (Kozzy) Fell asleep peacefully and passed away surrounded by her loving Children. Cherished Mum to Christine, Karen, Michael, Raymond, Elaine and Barbara. Reunited with her Son Robert. Sister to Richard and Brenda, reunited with Cynthia. Beloved Grandma to her fifteen Grandchildren and four Great Grandchildren. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS REST IN PEACE A Funeral Service will be held at Trent Valley Crematorium Tuesday 16th June 2.30pm. Family Flowers Only Please Donations May be given in lieu for MND ASSOCIATION All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral, Allenton, Tel 01332 349925<\/p>\n Paul Ronald TOMLINSON<\/a><\/p>\n Aged 78 years of Sinfin. Passed away on 24th April 2026 at the Royal Derby Hospital after a brave battle with cancer. Lover of the railways & lifelong supporter of Derby County. He will be missed by his family and friends. Funeral at Markeaton Crematorium in the Round Chapel on Tuesday 16th June at 11.30am. No flowers by request but donations may be given to Pancreatic Cancer UK. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son, Funeral Directors. Telephone: 01335 360319<\/p>\n