of East Farndon, sadly passed away on 27th August 2026, aged 82 years. Dearly loved brother of the late Bob and a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Service at St John the Baptist Church, East Farndon on Monday 14th September at 10.30am, followed by burial.
Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
“Jim will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.”
FUNERAL NOTICES
BLACK – MAUREEN
of Great Easton, died peacefully at home on 27th August 2026, aged 87 years. Devoted wife of Ken, mum of Lorna and Alistair and granny of Jamie, Ted and William. Private Cremation. A Service of Thanksgiving for her life will be held at St Andrew’s Church, Great Easton on Monday 28th September at 2.30 p.m. No flowers please, donations, if desired, for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Maureen’s chosen charity, Cystic Fibrosis Trust, visit this page at Memory Giving
BURGHARDT née BELL – ROSEMARY
formerly of Welford, passed away at home in San Antonio, Texas on 30th August 2026, aged 91 years. Cherished wife of the late Elmer, much loved mother of Ross and his wife Allie, grandma of Sadie, sister of Paula and the late Delphine and a special aunt to niece Holly and her daughter, Maise. Though her passing leaves an immeasurable space in the hearts of those who loved her, Rosemary’s memory will live on through her family. Funeral Service at St Mary the Virgin, Welford on Monday 19th October at 2.00pm, followed by burial. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for CALM may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Rosemary’s chosen charity, CALM, visit this page at Memory Giving.
COLES – LUCIAN CHARLES
of Market Harborough, sadly passed away on 4th September 2026, aged 93 years. Much loved husband of the late Dorothy. He leaves behind his two children, Andrew and Janine. He will be dearly missed with great sadness. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 24th September at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Society and Redwings may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Lucian’s chosen charities, Alzheimer’s Society and Redwings, visit this page at Memory Giving
COLVIN – NEVILLE HUGH
of Theddingworth, passed away on 17th September 2026, aged 80 years. Much loved husband of Lizzy, amazing dad of Nick and Mike and pops of Warrick, Ava and Rosie. Private cremation, followed by A Service of Celebration at All Saints Church, Theddingworth on Friday 16th October at 1.00pm. No black please. ‘Club Colours’ are welcome. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Combat Stress and Royal British Veterans Enterprise may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp and Sons.
To donate to Neville’s chosen charities,Combat Stress and Royal British Veterans Enterprise, visit this page at Memory Giving
DAINTY – RODERICK NORMAN WILLIAM EWING ‘ROD’
of Naseby, passed away at Glenfield Hospital on 22nd August 2026, aged 89 years. Loving husband of Nichola, and friend to many. He will be dearly missed. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Tuesday 22nd September at 2.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for R.N.L.I may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Roderick’s chosen charity, R.N.L.I, visit this page at Memory Giving
DOUGHTY – CHRISTOPHER ‘CHRIS’
of Market Harborough, passed away on 15th August 2026 aged 71 years. A local character who was a friend to many and will be sadly missed. A Funeral Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 21st September at 11.30 a.m. Please wear bright colours to remember Chris. All Welcome. Donations, if desired, for PROSTaid may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Chris’s chosen charity, PROSTaid, visit this page at Memory Giving
FARMER – ERNEST ‘ERNIE’
of Great Bowden, formerly Cannock, Staffordshire, sadly passed away peacefully with family by his side, on 9th September 2026, aged 80 years. Loving husband of Susan, much loved dad of Claire and Richard, and cherished grandpa of George, Maggie, Joe, Ed, Gil, Freddie, Evie and Alfie. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 25th September at 12.30pm. No traditional clothing expectation. Smart casual, colours preferred. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for East Midlands Asbestos Support Team (EMAST) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Ernie’s chosen charity, East Midlands Asbestos Support Team (EMAST), visit this page at Memory Giving
FERGUSON – ANDY
passed away suddenly but peacefully whilst on holiday with his wife. Much loved husband of Sam, dad of Jordan and Megan, son of Pam and the late Jim and brother of James. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 24th September at 2.00pm. Family Flowers only. Donations, if desired, for UK Antartic Heritage Trust at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Andy’s chosen charity, UK Antartic Heritage Trust, visit this page at Memory Giving
FREER – COLIN VINCENT
of Market Harborough, formerly of Fleckney Leicester, passed away peacefully at home on 26th August 2026, aged 79 years. Funeral Service to be held at Market Harborough Congregational Church on Tuesday 22nd September at 12:15pm, followed by a private cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Brain Tumour Research may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Colin’s chosen charity, Brain Tumour Research, visit this page at Memory Giving.
GINNS – KEN
of Evington passed away on 31st August 2026, aged 97 years. Devoted husband of the late Barbara, much loved dad of Rosemary, Alison, Peter and Caroline and a grandad and great-grandad. A Funeral Service to celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 28th September at 10.30 am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Ken’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving
HACKETT – KATHLEEN
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 25th August 2026, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Hugh, loving mum of Lorna and Hugh and a cherished granny and great-granny. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 16th September at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Kathleen’s chosen charity, British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving
HOLMES – RODNEY
of Desborough, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 12th September 2026, aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Judy, loving dad of Jo and Bec, devoted grandad of Sophie and Izzy and a dear brother of Ian and Sue. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 9th October at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Northamptonshire Health Charity (to benefit the Lilford Ward at Kettering General Hospital) may be made online at GoFundMe or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
JOHNSON – GRAHAM HENRY
of Bitteswell, passed away peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 18th September 2026, aged 86 years.
Beloved husband of the late Gaynor, father of David and Stephanie, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many.
A Lutterworth man through and through.
Funeral Service at St Mary’s Church, Lutterworth on Wednesday 30th September at 2.00pm, followed by burial.
No flowers by request. Donations if desired, for Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People, LOROS and Hope Against Cancer may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Graham’s chosen charities, Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People,
LOROS and Hope Against Cancer, visit this page at Memory Giving.
KING – NORMA
of Oadby, passed away peacefully on 15th September 2026, aged 96 years. Much loved wife of the late Donald, loving mother of David, Stephen, Susan and Elaine and a very special grandma. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 12th October at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Norma’s chosen charity, Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People, visit this page at Memory Giving
LANGTON – LEE
of Great Oakley, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 30th August 2026, aged 57 years. Much loved husband of Sam, loving dad of Robert, papa to Alfie and Eden, and son-in-law of Elizabeth. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Monday 21st September at 2.00pm. Welcome to wear what’s comfortable, including football shirts, shorts & T-shirts or suits, if preferred. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for the Stroke Association and Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Lee’s chosen charities, the Stroke Association and Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity, visit this page at Memory Giving.
LEE – MICHAEL JAMES RICHNOR ‘MIKE’
of East Farndon and Sapcote, passed away on 30th September 2026 at Kettering Hospital following a short illness, aged 79 years. He will be profoundly missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. Especially by his wife Teresa, and his family Andrew, Hannah, Shaheen, Amber and Kris.
The funeral will take place at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 19th October at 12.30pm. Everyone who knew and loved Mike is welcome to attend to celebrate his memory. No flowers by request please. If you would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers, there will be a collection at the service for 6201 Princess Elizabeth Society. Donations can also be made online at Memory Giving or forwarded to J Stamp & Sons.
LIDDELL – JOHN
of Market Harborough, formerly Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, sadly died on 26th September 2026, aged 94 years. Much cherished husband of Susan, dearly loved father of Nigel and Fiona, stepfather to James and Andrew, grandfather and great-grandfather to Sian, Rhianne and Zara, Ava, Neve, Bailey, Albie and Theo. A Service of Celebration for John’s life will take place at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Tuesday 13th October at 1.00pm. No flowers please. 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.
MASON – ANN MARGARET
of Market Harborough, formerly Leicester, sadly died at LOROS with her family by her side on 18th September 2026, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Brian, much loved mum of Kathryn, Elizabeth and Helen, and a dear mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Committal at Scraptoft Natural Burial Ground on Friday 16th October at 9.30am, followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Market Harborough Methodist Church at 11.15am. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons, Funeral Directors.
To donate to Ann’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving
McALLISTER- ROBERT JAMES
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully with family by his side at Kettering General Hosptial on 20th September 2026, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Pam, much loved father of Jenny, Hamish and Jamie, and the late Carol, dear father-in-law, adored grandfather and great-grandfather. Sadly missed, fondly remembered, and forever in our hearts. Rest peacefully. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 9th October at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Robert’s chosen charity, Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
McQUAID – ANDREW MICHAEL
passed away on 30th August 2026, aged 76 years. Devoted husband of Alison, loving dad of Rachel and Daniel, proud grandad of Ada, Margot and Alfred. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 21st September at 12.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Motor Neurone Disease Association, LOROS and Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Andrew’s chosen charities, Motor Neurone Disease Association, LOROS and Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People visit this page at Memory Giving.
MEECHAN – DILYS
of Great Bowden passed away on 12th September 2026, aged 82 years. Loving mum of Karen, Pauline, Lara and Claire, much loved gran of Shannon, Sean, the late Gareth, Robert, Kirsten and Caitlin and great gran to Noah, Layla and Amber. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 1st October at 3.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for The Salvation Army may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Dily’s chosen charity, The Salvation Army, visit this page at Memory Giving
MONK – PETER DOUGLAS ‘MONKEY’
passed away on 19th August 2026, aged 71 years. Much loved dad of Ben, Jolie, Lauren and the late Georgia, a grandad, brother and all round local legend. Now reunited with Tracy and Georgia. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 18th September at 11:30am. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Peter’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving
PALFREYMAN – JUDITH
of Burton Overy, Leicestershire, passed away peacefully at Manton Hall Care Home, Oakham on 18th September 2026, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Richard, much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Judy was also a respected Head of the Junior School, at Portland House School in Leicester. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 19th October at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Alzheimer’s Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Judith’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Society, visit this page at Memory Giving.
PARKER – JUDY née Kempster
of Wigston, passed away peacefully at home on 10th September 2026, aged 85 years. Much loved mum of Lindsay and Gary, grandmother of Beth, Tom and George, great-grandmother of Miley, and sister of Roger, Sheila, Charles, Sally-ann, Simon, Glyn and the late Colin. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 12th October at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Cats Protection may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Judy’s chosen charity, the Cats Protection, visit this page at Memory Giving.
PEDEN – JENNY KATHLEEN
of Great Oakley, passed away on 23rd September 2026, aged 69 years. Loving wife, mum, sister and auntie. Private cremation, followed by a Service to Celebrate Jenny’s life at St Michael & All Angels, Great Oakley on Wednesday 14th October at 12.15 pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Pancreatic Cancer UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Jenny’s chosen charity, Pancreatic Cancer UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
PRATT – GRAHAM
passed away peacefully at home in Market Harborough on 4th September 2026, with his family by his side.
Much loved husband of Christine, father of Joanna and Alison, grandfather of Jacob, Holly and Abigail.
A Service of Celebration for Graham’s life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 24th September at 1.30pm.
No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for The Air Ambulance Service may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons
To donate to Graham’s chosen charity, The Air Ambulance Service, visit this page at Memory Giving.
ROWDEN – EILEEN
of Tugby, died peacefully on 15th September 2026, aged 88 years. Loving wife of Geoff. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 9th October at 10.30am. Colourful clothes encouraged. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for The Alzheimer’s Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Eileen’s chosen charity, The Alzheimer’s Society, visit this page at Memory Giving
SANKEY – BEVERLEY ANN ‘BEV’
sadly passed away at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 21st September 2026, aged 62 years. Much loved wife of Jonathan, loving mum of Ed, Charlie, Becky and Beth. Funeral Service at St. Peter’s Church, Thornton on Thursday 15th October at 11.30am, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for The Donkey Sanctuary and LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Bev’s chosen charities, The Donkey Sanctuary and LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving.
SCRASE – TERRY
of Market Harborough, sadly passed away suddenly on 7th September 2026, whilst on holiday in Derbyshire, aged 78 years. Loving husband of the late Lesley, father of Adrian, father-in-law of Debbie, dearly loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 7th October at 12.30pm. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Terry’s chosen charity, British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving.
SETCHELL – HAZEL
passed away peacefully at home in North Kilworth on 26th August 2026, aged 82 years. Much loved wife of the late Peter.
Funeral Service at St John the Baptist Church, Hillmorton on Wednesday 23rd September at 12.30pm, followed by committal at Rainsbrook Crematorium, Rugby at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for The Air Ambulance Service may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Hazel’s chosen charity, The Air Ambulance Service, visit this page at Memory Giving.
SPELLER – ALAN CHARLES ‘CHUCK’
of Medbourne, passed away peacefully at home on 29th September 2026, aged 94 years after a long and brave fight. He will be sadly missed. Beloved husband on the late Verna and much loved dad to Leslie, Susan and the late Garry. A Funeral Service to Celebrate his life will be held at St Giles’ Church, Medbourne on Tuesday 13th October at 11.00am, followed by private burial. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Medbourne Sports Club and Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp and Sons.
To donate to Alan’s chosen charities, Medbourne Sports Club and Marie Curie, visit this page at Memory Giving
STANFORD née EXLEY – LOUISE
of Kibworth Beauchamp, passed away peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 7th September 2026 aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of Alex, cherished sister of Fiona and Stephen, and much loved aunt of Sam, Alys, Lucy, Cerys and Eddie. A Service of Celebration for Louise’s life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 1st October at 1.30pm.
No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Louise’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving.
TAYLOR – JENNIFER TAYLOR ‘JENNY’
passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on 7th September 2026, aged 86 years. Much loved wife, mum, nan, great-nan and sister. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 28th September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dogs Trust may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Jenny’s chosen charity, Dogs Trust, visit this page at Memory Giving
TILLEY – ANN
of Kettering, previously Rothwell, sadly died on 13th September 2026, aged 84 years. Loving wife of the late Stuart, and a much loved mum, grandma and great-grandma. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 7th October at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be sent to
J. Stamp & Sons.
TILLEY – DAVID
sadly David died suddenly near his home in Kibworth on 9th August 2026. He leaves a devoted wife Sue and many loved family members. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 18th September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to David’s chosen charity, British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving.
TIMMS – JUDITH ANNE
passed away peacefully, on 13th September 2026 aged 89 years. Beloved wife to the late John, loving mother to Sally and Jane and proud grandmother to Marie-Louise, Lonneke and Jos. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 25th September at 9.30am. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for RNLI and Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Judith’s chosen charities, RNLI and Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
UNDERWOOD – ELIZABETH ‘ANN’
of Braybrooke, passed away peacefully at Apollo House Care Home on 5th September 2026, aged 83 years. Loving wife of Clive, much loved mum and nan of Jonathan and Jake, and a dear sister and aunt. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Braybrooke on Tuesday 29th September at 11.00am. Please feel free to wear a splash of colour. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons
To donate to Ann’s chosen charity, Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
WRIGHT – YOLANDE GABRIELLE
of Creaton, passed away peacefully on 1st September 2026, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of David, much loved mother of Lucy, adored mother-in-law of James and a perfect ‘ganny’ to Elliot. Funeral Service at St Michael & All Angels, Creaton on Friday 25th September at 3.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cynthia Spencer Hospice may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
To donate to Yolande’s chosen charity, Cynthia Spencer Hospice, visit this page at Memory Giving
