Barry Stevens will be sadly missed by all that knew him

Cherished father in Derby Telegraph funeral notices this week

Our thoughts are with all of those who have lost a loved one

by · Derbyshire Live

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:

Barry (Baz) STEVENS

(Baz) Passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on Sunday 8th September 2024, aged 79 years. Cherished father of Paul, Chris & Jeff, a loving grandad to Ellie, Jessie, Lucy, Lily, Gracie & Georgia. A dear brother to the late Lionel & Malcolm, and a friend to many. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him. Funeral service to be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel on Thursday 3rd October 2024 at 10.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for Derbyshire Blood Bikes. All enquiries to George Simnett Family Funeral Directors John Simnett House, 96c Wood Road, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 4LZ Tel: 01332 327199.

Michael (Mick) FURNISS

Mick Passed away peacefully at The Royal Derby Hospital on Monday 19th August 2024, aged 78 years. Much loved husband to Linda, a loved family member and friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Mick's funeral service took place at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Tuesday 17th September 2024. It was at Mick's request that this notice was published after the service date. Donations in memory of Mick are invited for Help For Heroes, these may be made online at www.georgesimnett.co.uk or sent directly to the charity. All enquiries to George Simnett Family Funeral Directors Walker House, 65 High Street, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 6TB Tel: 01332 690211.

Alan Godwin HANCOCK

Passed away peacefully at Queens Hospital on 6th September 2024 aged 85 years. Devoted husband of the late Margaret, treasured dad of Cheryl and Lisa, proud grandad to Aaron, Heather, Charlotte and David, precious great grandad to Elsie-mae, dear brother of Joan, Sheila and of the late Colin. Alan will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew him. Funeral Tuesday 8th October, service 12pm in the Cedar Room at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in memory will benefit 'British Heart Foundation' and can be given at the service. Any enquires can be made to Murray's Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, DE14 2LX Tel: 01283 562299. To donate online, light a candle or leave a memory of Alan, please visit www.murraysfunerals.co.uk (click on tributes and donations).

Kathleen HAND

of Mayfield Passed away peacefully on the 11th September 2024 aged 89 years. Beloved Wife of the late Ronald. A loving Mum to Karen, Kevin and Beverley. And a dear Mother-in-Law of Steve, Pauline and Wayne. A dear Granny to Kelly, Kimberley, Luke, Ben and Samantha. And Great-Granny to Maisy and Niamh. Funeral service and cremation Markeaton Crematorium, Derby on Monday 30th September 2024 at 3.30pm In the main chapel. Family flowers only, any donations gratefully received will be given to Parkinson's UK, Ashbourne & District Branch c/o A Slater & Sons 37 -39 Compton, Ashbourne DE6 1BX 01335 345120 www.aslaterandsons.co.uk

John HARDING

Formerly of Derby, recently of Bideford John Harding passed away after an illness in North Devon District Hospital on 24th August 2024, aged 92. Beloved husband of Kathleen, who sadly passed away shortly after him. Father to Murray, Zoe, Stewart, Alexandra, and Diane. A funeral service for John will be held at North Devon Crematorium, Barnstaple, on Thursday, 26th September at 3:40p.m. All are welcome to attend. Family flowers only, please. However, if desired, donations may be sent directly to the North Devon Hospice in John's memory. Further enquiries to Barnstaple Funeral Care, Barnstaple, Tel. 01271 314918.

Alan JONES

of Manor Rd, Belper, Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on 8th September 2024, aged 81 yrs. The funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium in the round chapel, on Friday 27th September at 2pm. Donation in lieu of flowers are to go to RSPB, donation will be collected on the day of the service . Central Coop Funeral Home 1 Brookside Belper DE56 1UR

Neil Thomas KEDZIE

Formerly of Spondon Passed away peacefully at Haddon House Nursing Home on Tuesday 3rd September 2024, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, a much loved dad to Janice and Geoff, grandad to Emma and Mark and great grandad to Leo and Henry. Neil's funeral service will take place at Trent Valley Crematorium on Wednesday 25th September, 10.30am. By request, no floral tributes please but, donations for Dementia UK may be given at the service. All further enquiries to Central Coop Funeral, Spondon. Telephone 01332 664976

Alan Charles KITLEY

Passed away peacefully on 31st August 2024 aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Maureen, much loved dad to Alison and Richard, father-in-law to Georgia, treasured grandad to Sam, Joe, Frank and great grandad to Lottie and Rowan. A funeral service will be held at Newmount Methodist Church, Blagreaves Lane, Littleover, Derby DE23 1PS on Monday 14th October at 12 noon, followed by a family committal service at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, however if desired, donations in lieu of flowers for Athritis Research UK, may be given at the service. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeralcare, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP. Tel 01332 332302.

Jiri (Checky) KULOVANY

(Checky) Taken suddenly whilst at work on 15th August 2024, aged 44 years. Checky was much loved by all of his PRS family and will be sadly missed. A service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Main chapel on Wednesday 2nd October 2024 at 13:30. Flowers welcome, however, donations in lieu can be given at the service to Doorways. All enquiries to Central Coop Funeral, Allenton. Tel: 01332 349925

John Wilfred LEES

Formerly of Lancaster Walk, Spondon. Passed away peacefully, at The Gables Residential Home on 2nd September 2024 aged 91 years. Loving husband of Pauline. Much loved dad to Vanessa and Ian, grandad to Ian, Jamie and Adam, great grandad to Abigail, Ethan and Ruby. John's funeral service will take place at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Tuesday 1st October at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, however donations in lieu of flowers to Dementia UK would be most welcome. All further enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral Spondon, Derby. DE21 7FH Telephone 01332 664976

Ethel MADDOCKS

Passed away peacefully at Stanley House Nursing Home on Sunday 8th September 2024, aged 104 years. Much loved mother, grandma and great grandma. A service will be held at Amber Valley Crematorium, Swanwick, Derbyshire on Thursday 26th September at 3pm. Family flowers only please however, if desired, donations will be collected at the service and will be given in Ethel's name to The British Heart Foundation All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral Care, Birchover Way, Allestree, Derby DE22 2QN 01332 550033