FUNERAL NOTICES

ALDERSON – SMITH – née WESTAWAY – JANET CROMAR

died on 17th January 2026, aged 83. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Clipston on Tuesday 10th February at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Janet’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving

BAILEY – ROY

of Cottingham, passed away peacefully at home, on 7th February 2026, aged 83 years. Much loved husband of Gillian, father of Joanne and Sarah, father-in-law of Carl and Keith, loving grandad of James, Claire, Luke and Adam, and great-grandad of Darcie, Noah, Finn and Harley. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on 2nd March at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Roy’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving

BARRIE – IAIN

of Rushden, latterly Rothwell, passed away suddenly on 14th January 2026, aged 84 years. Loving husband of Jo, much loved dad of Jeanette and Neil, and a cherished grandad to Sophie and Aidan. Funeral Service at Holy Trinity Church, Rothwell on Wednesday 11th February at 1.00pm, followed by a private family burial. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Iain’s chosen charity, the British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving

BIBBY – RACHEL

of Great Bowden, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on 30th January 2026, aged 47 years. Much loved wife of Guy, cherised mother of Freya and Floss, loving daughter of Sophie and the late Barry and dear sister of Claire and Alice. A celebration of Rachel’s life to take place at St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Great Bowden on Tuesday 24th February at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for The Christie Charity may be made online at Just Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BILLS – ROY

of Kibworth (former teacher of Abington School, Wigston) died peacefully on 25th February 2026, aged 97 years. Much loved husband of the late Beth, father of Julian, Sarah, Matthew and the late Katherine, grandfather and great-grandfather. Private committal at Great Glen Crematorium followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Kibworth Methodist Church on Friday 20th March at 1.00 pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Motor Neurone Disease Association may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Roy’s chosen charity, Motor Neurone Disease Association, visit this page Memory Giving

BRAHAM – BETTY

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 25th February 2026, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Peter, loving mother of Stephen, Lynda and Paul and a devoted nan and great nan. Funeral Service at St Nicholas Church, Little Bowden on Thursday 19th March at 10.30am followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for the Salvation Army may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Betty’s chosen charity, the Salvation Army, visit this page at Memory Giving

BROWN – ROBERT ANTHONY ‘BOB’

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Leicester General Hospital on 20th February 2026, aged 69 years. Much loved husband of Trish, dad of Amy, father-in-law of Matt and Pops to Ella and Emerson. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 12th March at 11.30am. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for HAB Anti-Bullying & Mental Health and Kidney Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Bob’s chosen charity, HAB Anti-Bullying & Mental Health and Kidney Research UK visit this page at Memory Giving.

CARLEY – JENNIFER ANN

of Stoke Albany, passed away peacefully at home on 24th January 2026, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of the late Robert, mother of Robert and Bridget, and friend to many. She will be dearly missed by all. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 18th February at 1.30pm. Please wear bright colours to celebrate the life of Ann. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie and The Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Ann’s chosen charities, Marie Curie and The Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving

CHAMBERS – BRIAN

of Wilbarston, passed away at home surrounded by his family on 6th February 2026, aged 45 years. Much loved son of Melvin & Wendy, brother of Stephen and Philip, brother-in-law of Helen and favourite uncle of Emilio and Sophia. Will be greatly missed by us all. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 26th February at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Brian’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

COBBOLD – FRANCIS CHARLES ‘FRANK’

Passed away peacefully on 15th January 2026, aged 81 years. Husband of Helen, father of Lee, Sara and Jon and grandfather of Mark, Aaron and Liberty. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 17th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Dogs Trust, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Frank’s chosen charity, Dogs Trust, visit this page at Memory Giving.

COLLINS – SUSAN ELIZABETH

of Desborough, passed away on 13th February 2026, aged 80. Wife of the late Roger, mother of Jonathan and step mother of Alistair and Andrew. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday, 6th March at 10.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Children with Cancer UK may be made at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Susan’s chosen charity, Children with Cancer UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

DALE – LAWRIE

of Wilbarston, former Headmaster of Montsaye School, Rothwell, passed away peacefully on 1st February 2026, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of Libby, much loved dad of Tim and Rebecca, and greatly loved grandpa of Ollie, Lydia, Emma, Austin and Verity. Private Funeral. A celebration of Lawrie’s life to take place at All Saints’ Church, Wilbarston on Tuesday 24th February at 11.00am. All warmly welcome. Dress code optional. Wheelchair access. Parking available at the village hall. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for All Saints’ Church may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons, Funeral Directors of Market Harborough. Tel: 01858 462524.

DURSTON – CHRISTINE TEMPEST

of Horninghold, passed away peacefully at home with her husband Jim and son Thomas by her side on 9th February 2026, aged 82 years. A Service of Celebration for Christine’s life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 6th March at 2.30pm. Please wear jolly colours in memory of Christine. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Christine’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving.

ENGLAND – TINA

of Little Bowden, sadly passed away unexpectedly on 18th February 2026, aged 60 years. Loving wife of Simon, mum of Anna and Kathryn, and grandma. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 12th March at 9.30am. Flowers welcome and may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

FOUNTAIN – DAWN

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 24th February 2026, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of Jeff, much loved mum of Sean and Alison, grandma and great-grandma. She will be greatly missed. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 19th March at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA) and Smile Train may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Dawn’s chosen charities, Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA) and Smile Train, visit this page at Memory Giving

GILL – Carol

formerly of Shangton, passed peacefully away on 18th February 2026, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Doug, loving mother of Bridget, Amanda and Stephen, and a much loved grandmother. Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Shangton on Thursday 12th March at 1.30pm, followed by cremation at Great Glen Crematorium. No mourning clothes; respectful with a splash of colour, requested. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Carol’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Society, visit this page at Memory Giving.

GRAY – BARBARA ANNE

of Market Harborough, passed peacefully away on 10th of February 2026, aged 85 years. Wife of the late Alec, doting mother of Darren and Debbie and loving Nan of Johanna and Shannon. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 5th of March at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cransley Hospice and Market Harborough Anti Bullying (HAB) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Barbara’s chosen charities, Cransley Hospice and Market Harborough Anti Bullying (HAB), visit this page at Memory Giving

HEWITT – JOHN THOMAS

of Countesthorpe, passed away peacefully on 26th January 2026, aged 92 years. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe, on Monday 9th February at 3.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RNLI may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to John’s chosen charity, RNLI, visit this page at Memory Giving

JACKSON – EVELYN MARY

of Market Harborough, died after a short illness on 12th February 2026, aged 86 years. Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Wednesday 4th March at 2.00pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for English Heritage, the RSPB and VASL may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Evelyn’s chosen charities, English Heritage, the RSPB and VASL, visit this page at Memory Giving.

JUDKINS – LES

has taken his final ‘chequered flag’ and gone into the paddock to join others who have gone before him. Les, of Burton Latimer passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on 15th February 2026, aged 95 years. Loving husband of the late Kay, and a much loved dad and pop. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Tuesday 3rd March at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Macmillan Cancer Support may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Les’ chosen charity, Macmillan Cancer Support, visit this page at Memory Giving

KILBOURN née Tyler – PHYLLIS ‘WENDY’

died peacefully on 3rd December 2025, aged 91years at Allenbrook Nursing Home, Fordingbridge. Born in Leicester 1934, formerly of Maytrees, Great Oxendon. Much loved wife of the late John; proud mother of David, Tony, Robert and Jane, and grandmother to her 11 grandchildren. Private Cremation. Memorial Service on Friday 20th February at St. Helen’s Church, Great Oxendon, Market Harborough at 2.00pm. Donations, if desired, for RNLI and Parkinsons UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Wendy’s chosen charities, RNLI and Parkinsons UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

KNEEN – JUDITH IRENE

formerly of Scunthorpe and Eastbourne, died at home on 9th January 2026, aged 70. She was the much-loved wife of Eddie, mother of Daniel and Martha, sister of David and grandmother to Clara and Elliot. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday, 27th February at 2.30pm. Please dress as you wish. Donations rather than flowers to either the British Heart Foundation or Project Linus UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Judith’s chosen charities, the British Heart Foundation or Project Linus UK , visit this page Memory Giving.

LIGHTBURN – GRAHAM

of Lubenham, sadly passed away on 27th January 2026, aged 84 years. Loving husband of Nicola, dad of Andrew, Michaela, Celina and Martin, father-in-law of David, Malcolm, Liz and Kristen, and grandad of William, James, Faith and Emi. He will be missed by the congregations of many local churches. Funeral Service at St Andrew’s Church, Aylestone on Monday 23rd February at 12 noon. No flowers please. Donations in lieu of flowers for St Andrew’s Church, Aylestone and Leicester Hospitals Charity (to benefit Glenfield Hospital) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Graham’s chosen charities, St Andrew’s Church, Aylestone and Leicester Hospitals Charity (to benefit Glenfield Hospital), visit this page at Memory Giving

MACMILLAN – PAUL

peacefully passed away at home with his loving wife Pam by his side, after a long illness bravely borne on 31st January 2026, aged 85 years. Paul will be sadly missed, but much remembered by all his family and many friends. Special thanks to the care teams. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 19th February at 11.00am. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for Northamptonshire Health Charity (to benefit the Dialysis Unit at Kettering General Hospital) and Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Paul’s chosen charities, Northamptonshire Health Charity (to benefit the Dialysis Unit at Kettering General Hospital) and Marie Curie, visit this page at Memory Giving

MANNING – NOLAN

of Dingley, formerly Spratton, sadly passed away on 31st January 2026, aged 71 years. Loving husband, dad, step-dad, ‘Pappy’ and brother. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 25th February at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Nolan’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

MASON – ANNICE MAUREEN ‘ANN’

formerly of Billesdon, passed away peacefully at Rosewood Manor Care Home, Market Harborough on 16th February 2026, aged 85 years. Loving wife of the late Brett, much loved mum of Tracey, Terry, Mark and Julie, nanny to Nick, Sam ,Tom, Harrison, and Dexter, more nannie to Jack, Mason, Nancy and Bennett and sister to Pete. A Service to Celebrate her life will take place at St. John the Baptist Church, Billesdon on Friday 13th March at 2.00pm, followed by a private burial and afterwards at Queens Head. Please wear bright colours to remember Ann. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Ann’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

MUDDIMER – MARGUERITE MARY ‘RITA’

passed away peacefully at Sibbertoft Manor Nursing Home, on 10th February 2026. Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, mother of Jim, Katie and Richard and treasured granny and great granny. Funeral Mass at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Leicester on Thursday 26th February at 2.00pm, followed by private family cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Macmillan Cancer Support may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Rita’s chosen charity, Macmillan Cancer Support, visit this page at Memory Giving

PALMER – ADAM LESLIE

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at home on 23rd January 2026, aged 70 years. Much loved husband of Jane, proud dad of Greg and Lydia and a devoted grandad of Noah, Harry and Hetty. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 16th February at 11.30am. Please dress as you wish. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and Harborough Band may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Adam’s chosen charities, LOROS and Harborough Band, visit this page Memory Giving

PAYNE – EILEEN

formerly of Burbage (previous teacher at Burbage Junior School), passed away peacefully on 17th February 2026, aged 105 years. Wife of the late Joseph, much loved mum of Lis and Charlie, loving grandma, great-grandma and great-great-grandma. Forever in our hearts. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Thursday 5th March at 3.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Crisis may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Eileen’s chosen charity, Crisis, visit this page at Memory Giving

PRICE – STAN

of Desborough, formerly Towcester. Passed away peacefully at Cheaney Court on 19th February 2026, aged 97 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Molly, dad of Denise and Richard and a pap and great pap. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 11th March at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Marlow House may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To make a donation to Stan’s chosen charity, Marlow House visit this page at Memory Giving

RISEBOROUGH – KEITH

of Kibworth Harcourt (former teacher at Robert Smyth School), passed away at home on 22nd January 2026, aged 76 years. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday February 13th at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Keith’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving.

ROBERTS – GORDON EDWARD

of Sibbertoft, passed away peacefully in Sibbertoft on 5th February 2026, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, much loved dad of Simon, Jane and Rebecca and a proud grandad and great grandad. Funeral Service at St Helen’s Church, Sibbertoft on Friday, 6th March at 3.00pm followed by burial in the Churchyard. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for St Helen’s Church and Sibbertoft Reading Room may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Gordon’s chosen charities, St Helen’s Church and Sibbertoft Reading Room, visit this page Memory Giving

ROLFE – ALICE

formerly of Sunderland and Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Oakdale Care Home, Leicester on 14th February 2026, aged 88 years. Much loved wife of the late Bill, mother of Graeme, and grandmother of Carla. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 5th March at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RNLI may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Alice’s chosen charity, RNLI, visit this page at Memory Giving.

SAMUELS – JOHN

of Middleton, passed away peacefully on 18th February 2026, aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Cathy, and a dear brother and uncle. Former Landlord of The Peacock, Kettering and The Tavern, Leicester. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Tuesday 17th March at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation and Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to John’s chosen charities, British Heart Foundation and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving

SMITH – PAUL GEORGE ‘SMIG’

of Market Harborough, sadly passed away at home, aged 56 years.
A much loved grandad, dad, brother, uncle and friend. Paul will be greatly missed by his children, Kayleigh, Paige, Tyler, Robyn, Danielle, Ruby and Poppy, by his family and by all who knew him. All are welcome to the Celebration of Paul’s life that will be held at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 6th March at 12.00 noon. Flowers welcome and may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SOUTHWELL – JANE

passed away peacefully at home on 11th February 2026, aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Ron, loving mum of Ian and a much loved nanny of Ellie and Marcus. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd March at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for MS Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Jane’s chosen charities, MS Society, visit this page at Memory Giving.

STURGESS née BALE – MELANIE ‘MEL’

of Market Harborough, passed away with her family by her side on 1st February 2026, aged 59 years. Much loved mum of Stephen, Zoe and the late Aaron, adored nan of Anna, Mea and Ava, and loving sister of Tracy and Ashley. A Service to celebrate her life will take place at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 19th February at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Mind may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Mel’s chosen charity, Mind, visit this page at Memory Giving.

SWAIN – DAVID

of Kelmarsh, passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village on 9th February 2026, aged 88 years. Dearly loved and loving husband of Buff and much loved dad of Tom and Russell. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Clipston on Monday 23rd February at 11.30am, followed by committal at Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to David’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

TATTERSALL née RUDKIN – ANNETTE ‘ANN’

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kibworth Court Care Home on 30th January 2026, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert, mother of James, Janet, Steven and John and a dear grandma and great-grandma. Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Thursday 26th February at 11.30am, followed by committal at Great Glen Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RNLI may be made online atMemory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Ann’s chosen charity, RNLI, visit this page at Memory Giving.

TAYLOR – BARRY

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Rosewood Manor Care Home on 17th February 2026, aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Mary, father of Tim and Hannah, Papa of Edward, Poppy and Artie and well-respected teacher of Woodwork & Design at Welland Park School. Will be greatly missed. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 6th March at 3.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Parkinson’s UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Barry’s chosen charity, Parkinson’s UK , visit this page at Memory Giving.

TAYLOR – JOSEPHINE ‘JOSE’

of Weston by Welland, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 19th January 2026, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Geoffrey. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Monday 9th February at 12.00 noon. No black clothing preferred. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for The Cinnamon Trust may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Jose’s chosen charity, The Cinnamon Trust, visit this page at Memory Giving.

TOMKINS – GLADYS

of Kibworth, passed away peacefully on 5th February 2026, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Harry, and a much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 27th February at 10.30am. No flowers please. Donations in lieu of flowers for RSPCA may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Gladys’ chosen charity, RSPCA, visit this page at Memory Giving

TOWNSEND (formerly GAYTON, née KELLY) – JEAN

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully in her sleep on 20th February 2026, aged 94 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family, many friends and dance associates. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 10th March at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and Dancers Career Development (DCD) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to LOROS and Dancers Career Development (DCD), visit this page at Memory Giving

TURNER – CHRISTINE MARGARET ‘CHRIS’

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Coventry University Hospital on 13th January 2026, aged 83 years.
Much loved mother of Andrew Fraser and Robert Fraser, mother in law, grandmother and aunt.
Private Cremation. All enquires to J. Stamp & Sons.

van OPPEN – MARTIN LOGAN

of Medbourne, died on 14th February 2026, aged 91. Loving husband of Cilla, father of James and Charles and grandfather. Funeral Service at St Giles’ Church, Medbourne on Friday 27th February at 3.30pm, followed by burial in the churchyard. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and St Giles’ Church, Medbourne may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Martin’s chosen charities, LOROS and St Giles’ Church, Medbourne, visit this page at Memory Giving.

VOSS – JANE PATRICIA

of East Farndon, passed away at Kettering General Hospital on 18th January 2026. Beloved wife of Michael and much loved mother of Felicity. All welcome to the Celebration of Life & Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 9th February at 1.30pm. Glamorous, smart, colourful attire welcome. Donations in lieu of flowers, for Cancer Research UK, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Jane’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

WALLETT – ROGER

of Clipston, former Head Teacher at Billesdon Primary School, passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village on 24th January 2026, aged 80 years. Loving husband of Ruth, father of Neil and James, and a grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Clipston on Thursday 12th February at 11.30am, followed by burial in the churchyard. No mourning clothes necessary. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dementia Carers Count may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Roger’s chosen charity, Dementia Carers Count, visit this page at Memory Giving.

WHATTON – ROLAND

passed away peacefully on 20th January 2026, aged 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Rita, much loved father of Thelma and Janice and father-in-law of Trevor and the late Mark, devoted grandad of Stephanie, Nathan, Eleanor, Alexander and Naomi and great-grandad of Evie, brother of Peter and the late Edith, and close family member to Tom and Graeme. Funeral Service at Market Harborough Methodist Church on Thursday 12th February at 1.00pm. Please dress as you feel comfortable. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Action for Children and Christian Aid may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Roland’s chosen charities, Action for Children and Christian Aid, visit this page at Memory Giving

WILKINSON – BRIAN

passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 19th February 2026, aged 91 years. Much loved husband of Marion, dear dad of Chamaine, Kevin and Sheryl, and a devoted grandad of Jordan, William, Ella and Euan. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 10th March at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance and 1st Bowden Scout Group may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Brian’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance and 1st Bowden Scout Group, visit this page at Memory Giving.

WILKINSON – DOREEN

formerly of Ratby, passed away peacefully at Graysford Hall Care Home, Leicester on 6th February 2026, aged 91 years. Much loved mum of Madeleine and Caroline, and a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 24th February at 3.30pm. Flowers or donations for British Heart Foundation may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Doreen’s chosen charity, British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving.

WOODHOUSE – STEPHEN ‘STEVE’

of Gilmorton, formerly Kibworth, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday 2nd February 2026, aged 68 years. Much loved husband of Sonja, loving father of Jennifer, Heather and step daughter Clare. Caring grandfather of Isla and Ralph. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Gilmorton on Thursday 26th February at 10.30am, followed by burial in the churchyard. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Rotary Club of Kibworth & Fleckney online at Memory Giving, send to J. Stamp & Sons or a donation box on the day.