of East Langton, died after a short illness on 9th September 2025, aged 73 years. Anne is survived by her husband Steve. Private family funeral. All enquiries to J. Stamp & Sons.
FUNERAL NOTICES
BALL – ELLEN
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 14th September 2025, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of Keith, loving sister-in-law of Ruth, auntie of Carolyn, Moira, Ricky and Carlo and friend of Lisa, Jo and Kate. Greatly missed. A Service of Celebration for Ellen’s life to be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 7th October at 11.30am. Flowers welcome and may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
BARNETT – JILL
To donate to Jill’s chosen charity, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Rolleston, Leics, formerly of Climping, passed away peacefully on 13th September 2025, aged 92 years. Beloved mother of Neil and the late Jayne, much loved grandmother of Amy, Harry & Eva. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 13th October at 1.30pm. Immediate family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the upkeep of the garden at the Palliative Care Suite, St Luke’s Hospital, Market Harborough, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
BAUMBER – JUDITH
To donate to Judith’s chosen charity, Cransley Hospice, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Weston by Welland, passed away peacefully at Cransley Hospice on 31st August 2025. Much loved daughter of the late Alf & Eileen and sister of Gerald. Judith will be sadly missed. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 22nd September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cransley Hospice may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
BEGLEY – VALERIE ROSE
To donate to Valerie’s chosen charity, Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Husbands Bosworth, sadly passed away on 17th September 2025, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of John, mum of Steven and Jacqueline, grandma of Aron and Emma and great-grandma of Victoria. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 3rd October at 2.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
BUSBY – ROBIN
To donate to Robin’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Braybooke, passed away surrounded by his family after a short illness on 29th August 2025, aged 75 years. A much loved husband, father, father-in-law, grandad (Jobs), brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at All Saints’ Church, Braybrooke on Thursday 18th September at 12.15pm, followed by a cremation at Great Glen Crematorium. No flowers please. Donation, if desired, for Cancer Research UK, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
CHAPPELL – JONATHAN RALPH
To donate to the family’s chosen charity Marie Curie, visit this page at Memory Giving
died peacefully at home on 1st September 2025, aged 73 years. Much loved husband of Doreen, dad of Alissa and Rosanne and grandad of Finlay, Tess, Leo, Alfie and Joe. A Service to celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 17th September at 2:30pm. Please wear some blue in memory of Jonathan. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
COLEMAN – ANTHONY PETER – ‘TONY’
To donate to Tony’s chosen charity, RNLI, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Little Bowden, passed away peacefully at home on 20th August 2025, aged 81 years. Much loved father of Darren and Roxanne. Grandad to Luke, Max, Jake & Lydia. Brother to Michael, Susan & David. Friend to many.
Forever in our hearts, will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Thursday 25th September at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RNLI may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
COOKE – GARRY
To donate to Garry’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Market Harborough, passsed away peacefully at Glenfield Hospital on 28th August 2025, aged 68 years. Much loved partner of Sandy, dad of Simon, Alan and Wayne and a dear ‘Grandad-pops’.
Will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Ride free.
Garry’s last ride for a celebration of his life will be held at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 19th September at 11.00am.
No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
COWLISHAW – JEN
To donate to Jen’s chosen charity, Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Kibworth Beauchamp, passed away peacefully on 20th September 2025, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of Paul, much loved mum of Nick and Kelly, and a very special grandma to Jake and Freddie. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 9th October at 2.30pm. At Jen’s request, no black clothing please, a relaxed dress code is welcome with a splash of colour if you wish. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
CURTIS – ERNEST ‘JOHN / JC’
To donate to John’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Smeeton Westerby, passed away peacefully at home on 1st September 2025, aged 84 years. Much loved husband of the late Marilyn, a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 3rd October at 1.00pm. All who knew John are welcome to attend. Welsh rugby shirts are encouraged or please wear a splash of red. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
DODSWORTH – PETER JOHN
To donate to Peter’s chosen charity, Intensive Therapy Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary, visit this page at Memory Giving.
formerly of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Barons Park Nursing Home, Kirby Muxloe on 2nd September 2025, aged 69 years. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 25th September at 10.30am. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for the Intensive Therapy Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
FARROW – BRIN
To donate to Brin’s chosen charity, Leicester Hospitals Charity, to benefit Liver Cancer Research at Glenfield Hospital, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer on 7th September 2025, aged 68 years. Much loved husband of Deborah. Brin will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 24th September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Leicester Hospitals Charity, to benefit Liver Cancer Research at Glenfield Hospital may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
FIELDING – IAN
To donate to Ian’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village on 30th August 2025, aged 89 years. A loving husband to the late Diana, father and grandfather.
Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Friday 26th September at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.
Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
GEORGE – BERYL LILIAN
To donate to Beryl’s chosen charities, LOROS and Mind, visit this page at Memory Giving.
formerly of Earl Shilton, passed away peacefully on 4th September 2025, aged 88 years. A much loved mum, mother-in-law, nan and great nanny B. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at All Saints’ Church, Yelvertoft, NN6 6LF on Friday 26th September at 11.00am followed by Burial at Greenhaven Woodland Burial Ground. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and MIND, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
HAMILTON – SOPHIE MIRANDA
To donate to Sophie’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Market Harborough, sadly died at LOROS on 9th September 2025. Sophie was hugely loved by everyone and will be really missed. A Celebration of her life will take place at Bridge House Barn, Kibworth on Friday 10th October at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
For more information on Sophie’s Celebration of Life, please visit her page by clicking the below link:
HANDY née DURSTON – SYLVIA
To donate to Sylvia’s chosen charity, Guide Dogs, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Market Harborough, passed away suddenly but peacefully on Friday 19th September 2025, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Gordon, devoted Mum of Marion, Carolyn and Teresa and mother-in-law of Stephen, Adam and Simon. Adored Granny of Chris, Luke, Megan and Lydia and their partners Vikki, Jess, Tyler and Joe and much loved great-granny of Ella, Ollie and Willow. Private Cremation. Service of Thanksgiving at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Thursday 9th October at 12.30pm. Please wear a splash of bright colour. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Guide Dogs may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
HARRIS – JANET LYNDA ‘JAN’
To donate to Jan’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Market Harborough, sadly passed away peacefully at home following a long battle against cancer, on 14th September 2025, aged 68 years. Much loved wife of John, mum of Damien and Rachel and mother-in-law of Lorraine, step-mum of Dee, Terri, Max and Doms, and adored by her grandson Ryan and all her step-grandchildren. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 6th October at 10.30am. Bright colours welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
HILL – GRETA
To donate to Greta’s chosen charities, St John the Baptist Church, East Farndon and the Market Harborough Baptist Church, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of East Farndon, passed away peacefully at home on 25th August 2025, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Keith, much loved mum of Adrian, Clive and Graham, mother-in-law of Karen and Anna and a loving grandma and great grandma. Funeral Service at St John the Baptist Church, East Farndon on Monday 15th September at 11.15am followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired for St John the Baptist Church, East Farndon and Market Harborough Baptist Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
HOBSON – GERALD ‘GERRY’
To donate to Gerry’s chosen charity, Breast Cancer Research Aid and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kibworth Court Care Home on 7th September 2025 aged 89 years. Beloved husband of Audrey, father of Rhona, Margaret, John, Richard and Marie and a proud and loving grandad and great-grandad. A long serving Prison Officer who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 24th September at 2.30pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Breast Cancer Research Aid and Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
HOWKINS – MIKE
To donate to Mike’s chosen charities, Guide Dogs and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.
Owner of F. Howkins & Son, North Kilworth, passed away peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 15th September 2025, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Gill. Will be greatly missed by his family, friends, colleagues and customers. Funeral Service at St Andrew’s Church, North Kilworth on Tuesday 30th September at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Guide Dogs and Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
HUBBARD – BARBARA
To donate to Barbara’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.
sadly passed away, peacefully at home, with her daughter Tiffany and son Harvey by her side on Wednesday 24th September 2025, aged 83 years. Fantastic mother-in-law to Miles and Carolyn and Grammy / Marmar who will be deeply missed by her grandchildren, Lily, Mitzi, Baxter, Felix, Ziggy and Cosmo and her loyal companion, Buddy. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Kimcote on Tuesday 14th October at 11.30am, followed by private burial. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
KERR – BILL
To donate to Bill’s chosen charities, British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 5th September 2025, aged 74 years at Leicester Royal Infirmary surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Claire, much loved dad of Katherine and Robert and a special grandad of Theia. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, Market Harborough on Monday 29th September at 11.00am, followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
MARTIN – PAMELA ANN
To donate to Pamela’s chosen charity, Leicester Hospitals Charity, visit this page at Memory Giving
sadly passed peacefully away on 19th September 2025, aged 89 years. Much loved mother of Jeremy, Amanda and Sophie, and a loved and cherished nana of Oliver, Thomas, Brogan and Neve. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Thursday 2nd October at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Leicester Hospitals Charity may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
MUGGLETON – RACHAEL GILLIAN
To donate to Rachael’s chosen charities, LOROS, the New Normal and Hillside Animal Sanctuary, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 24th August 2025, aged 58 years. Loving wife of Nick, much loved mum of Rob and Laura, daughter of David and the late Maureen and sister of Karen and Alison.
A Service of Celebration for her life will take place at St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Great Bowden on Tuesday 16th September at 12.15pm, followed by a private family cremation.
Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS, the New Normal and Hillside Animal Sanctuary may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
MURPHY – ELEANOR SYLVIA
To donate to Eleanor’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Husbands Bosworth, sadly passed away on 16 September 2025, aged 79 years. Much loved wife of Brian and loving mother of Arwen. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Tuesday 7 October at 2.00pm. Dress code: anything you wish (within reason) – Eleanor’s wish. No flowers at Eleanor’s request. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
RANDLE – JON
To donate to Jon’s chosen charities, LOROS and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully in his sleep, whilst on holiday with his family . Beloved husband of the late Kathleen, much loved dad of Teresa and Karen, grandad of Yvonne, Simon, Tim and Heidi and great grandad of Harry, Charlie, Lilly and Harrison. Will be greatly missed by all. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 1st October at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
ROBINSON – STANLEY FREDERICK ‘STAN / ROBO’
To donate to Stan’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Great Bowden, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on 19th September 2025, aged 82 years. Loving husband of Heather, much loved father of Stanley, Paul and Debbie, a special grandad of James, Willem, Evlyn, Stanley and Edith. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Monday 6th October at 12.30pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
RONALD née DOUGALL – JEAN CALDER
To donate to Jean’s chosen charity, Dementia Harborough, visit this page at Memory Giving
of Market Harborough, formerly of Cambuslang, Scotland, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side, on 20th September 2025, aged 78 years. Much loved wife of Sinclair, loving mum of Morven and David, and treasured grandma to all 6 of her grandchildren. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 20th October at 2.30pm. Dress code smart casual, something blue or tartan. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dementia Harborough may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
SALISBURY née MARKS – SARAH JULIETTE
To donate to Sarah’s chosen charity, Mind, visit this page at Memory Giving.
Died suddenly on 26th August 2025, aged 57 years. Much loved wife of John and a loving mum of Jess and Tom. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 24th September at 11:45am. Please wear bright colours. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Mind may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
SEAR – ROBERT ‘BARRY’
To donate to Barry’s chosen charities, Cancer Research UK and Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital, visit this page at Memory Giving
passed away suddenly, but peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 15th September 2025, aged 90 years. Loving husband of the late Sheila, dad to Sharon, Carla and Tina, grandad to Gemma and father – in – law to Garry. Funeral Service at Market Harborough Congregational Church on Wednesday 1st October at 11.00am, followed by private burial. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK and Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
SIMONS – RAYMOND JAMES ‘RAY’
To donate to Ray’s chosen charity, Age UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kibworth Court Care Home on 27th August 2025, aged 81 years. Father of Richard and Elizabeth and grandfather of Aaran. Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Wednesday 17th September at 11.15am, followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Age UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
SPOONER – BRYAN
To donate to Bryan’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Society, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Wing, Rutland, died peacefully on 12th September 2025, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Brenda, much loved father of Kerry and Nicky and a proud grand father and great grand father. A Funeral Service to Celebrate his Life will be held at St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Wing, on Wednesday 8th October at 2pm, followed by a Private Burial in the Churchyard. Refreshments in Wing Village Hall, all welcome. Family flowers only. Donations if desired are for Alzheimer’s Society, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
TILLOTSON – PETER ROBERT
To donate to Peter’s chosen charity, Leicester Hospitals Charity, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Rothley, passed away on 11th September 2025, aged 90 years. Much loved father of James and Edward, loving grandfather of Sonny, Esther, Freddie and Alfie and elder’ twin brother of John. A Funeral Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 8th October at 12:30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Leicester Hospitals Charity may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
VAN HERREWEGE – PETER
To donate to Peter’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Great Bowden, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 24th September 2025, aged 71 years. Much loved husband of Jessica, father of Simon and Tom, and a dear grandfather and brother. Funeral Service at St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Great Bowden on Friday 17th October at 3.00pm, followed by private cremation. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.
WILKINSON – SYLVIA
of Cottingham, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 26th September aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Ken, much loved mum of Ian, Cherry, Russell and the late Vicky, a much loved granny and great-granny Sylv. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 23rd October at 11.00am. Family flowers only.
WILLIAMS – MARIE
To donate to Marie’s chosen charities, Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People and British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving.
of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 4th September 2025, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of Alan, mother of Neil and David, mother-in-law of Karen and Joanne, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister of Dorothy. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 25th September at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People and British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons, Funeral Directors of Market Harborough. Tel: 01858 462524.