FUNERAL NOTICES

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

of Oakham, formerly of Tugby, passed away peacefully at Rutland Memorial Hospital, Oakham on 28th February 2025, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Angela, much loved father of Sarah and Simon, and cherished grandfather of Grace, Edward, William, Annie, Henry and Emily. Funeral Service at St Thomas a Becket, Tugby on Friday 21st March at 2.15pm. 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.

To donate to Anthony’s chosen charities, RABI – Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution and Leicester Animal Aid, visit this page at Memory Giving

retired farmer of Ashby Parva, passed away peacefully after a short illness on 10th February 2025, aged 75 years. Service of Thanksgiving to be held at St Peter’s Church, Ashby Parva on Thursday 13th March at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RABI – Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution and Leicester Animal Aid may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Welford, family man, farmer, huntsman, gardener and villager, died at home on 2^nd January 2025, aged 98 years. Much loved husband of Susie, father of Jane, Diana, William, Lucy and Emily, grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of 8. A Thanksgiving Service will be held at St Mary the Virgin Church, Welford on Saturday 1st March at 12 noon. Donations, if desired, for Macmillan Cancer Support, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

of Market Harborough, passed away on 3rd March 2025, aged 77 years.  Much loved wife of Roger, mother of Michael, Gavin and Katherine, mother-in-law of Alison and Jamie, grandmother of Ross and his partner Ellie, Georgia, Lattisha, Charlotte, Ollie and Phoebe and Great Grandmother of Ava and Lily. Private Cremation. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at Market Harborough Methodist Church on Wednesday 23rd April at 11.30am. Informal dress please. Everyone welcome. Donations in memory of Christine can be made directly to Cancer Research UK. The family would like to thank the Leicestershire Fire & Rescue service for their help.

All enquiries to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Alan’s chosen charities, British Heart Foundation and SANDS, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, former proprietor of Gregory’s Butchers, passed peacefully away at home on 7th March 2025, aged 82 years.  Beloved husband of Sheila, loving father of Ian and Andrew, father-in-law of Anne-Louise and Sandra and a much loved and proud grandad and great grandad.  Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 25th March at 12.30pm.  Please wear a ‘splash of colour’.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation and SANDS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

of Welford, passed away at Northampton General Hospital on 3rd March 2025, aged 93 years. Loving wife of the late Dick, and a wonderful mother, nan, great-nan and friend. Funeral Service at Welford Congregational Chapel on Friday 28th March at 1.00pm. A splash of colour would be welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Jean’s chosen charity, St John Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at The Willows Nursing Home on 18th January 2025, aged 95 years. Loving wife of the late Eric, mother of Robert and Rebecca, grandmother of Matthew, Helen, Alastair and Alice, and great-grandmother. Committal Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 28th February at 1.30pm, followed by Service of Thanksgiving at St. Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for St John Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to  J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Nina’s chosen charity, Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 13th February 2025, aged 62 years. Loving wife of Alan, daughter of Sara and Stuart and sister of Stella and Lisa. Funeral Service at Greenhaven Woodland Burial Ground, Yelvertoft Road, Lilbourne CV23 0SZ on Tuesday 4th March at 3.00pm. If you are attending the graveside service, suitable footwear is advised. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Cath’s chosen charity, Lymphoma Action, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Kibworth Beauchamp, formerly of Sheffield, passed away peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 9th February 2025, aged 73 years. Loving wife of Mick, much loved mum of Nicola, Melanie and Tim, and cherished by her grandchildren Aliyaah, Morgan, Amelia and Tyrone and great-grandchildren Zayon and O’Zias. A Funeral Service to celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 26th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Lymphoma Action may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to David’s chosen charity, Macular Society, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Lubenham, passed away peacefully at home on 16th February 2025, aged 97 years. Dearly loved husband of Angela; loving and much loved father of Henrietta, Caroline and James, and proud grandfather of Archie and Pip Corbett. Forever in our hearts and thoughts, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Loved and remembered every day. Private Committal. Service of Thanksgiving at All Saints’ Church, Lubenham on Friday 7th March at 2.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Macular Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Kings Norton, passed away peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 10th February 2025, aged 92 years. Much loved wife of the late Stuart, and loving sister of Cynthia, Barbara, Johanna and the late Judy. Funeral Service at St John the Baptist, Billesdon on Tuesday 4th March at 11.00am, followed by burial at Kings Norton Churchyard Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RSPCA may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Desborough, passed away peacefully at home on 23rd February 2025, aged 70 years. Much loved husband of Jane, loving dad of Gavin, Sarah and Jo, and a grandad of Charlotte. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium on Monday 10th March at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Neuroendocrine Cancer UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to James’ chosen charities, Parkinson’s UK and Tugby Church, visit this page at Memory Giving

died peacefully on 15th January, 2025 aged 77.  Much loved husband of Jane Anne, father of Marina, Freddie and Harry and grandfather of Inigo, Alma, Elodie and Atticus.  A Thanksgiving Service will be held at St Thomas a Becket Church, Tugby, LE7 9WA on Friday 7^th March at 2.30 p.m.  Donations for Parkinson’s UK and Tugby Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

14.05.1934 – 04.03.2025

To donate to Anne’s chosen charities, Cancer Research UK and the Royal British Legion, visit this page at Memory Giving

It is with very great sadness that we announce the death of Anne Mary Hein who passed away on 4th March 2025 after many months struggling with ill health.

She was born in London in 1934 and was a resident of Great Bowden since 1969. She was the widow of Johnny Hein and is survived by their four children, Christa, Lisa, Martin, John and their families.

Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 21st March at 10.30am. All who knew Anne are welcome.

Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK and the Royal British Legion may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Cold Ashby, passed away at Northampton General Hospital on 18th February 2025, aged 78 years. Much loved wife of John, loving mum of Jonathan, and a cherished grandmother. Committal Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Thursday 13th March at 3.00pm, followed by Service of Thanksgiving at St Denys’ Church, Cold Ashby at 4.00pm. 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 Tony’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Wilbarston, passed away peacefully at home on 26th February 2025, aged 80 years. Much loved husband of Glenis and a dear friend to many. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 14th March at 3.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Ken’s chosen charity, Blood Cancer UK and Friends of St Dionysius Church, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at The Willows Nursing Home on 6th February 2025, aged 85 years. Much loved husband of Pat, dad of Mark, Sharon, Patrick and Simon and a very dear grandad and great-grandad. Will be hugely missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service at St Dionysius’ Church, Market Harborough on Tuesday 25th February at 10.30am, followed by private committal. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Blood Cancer UK and Friends of St Dionysius Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Haydn’s chosen charity, RNIB, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 16th February 2025, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Jackie, much loved dad of Clare and Nick, a dear father-in-law of Justin and Samantha and a treasured grandad of Georgia and Katie. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 7th March at 11.30am. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for RNIB may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

of Foxton (former GP at Parklands Surgery, Rushden) died peacefully at home on 26th February 2025 aged 62 years. Beloved wife of Karim and a loving mother of Oliver, Phoebe and George. A service to celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 21st March at 1.00pm. 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 Dilys’ chosen charities, Lubenham Playing Fields and All Saints’ Church, Lubenham, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Lubenham, passed away in her sleep at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 14th February (Valentine’s Day) 2025, aged 89 years. Much loved wife of the late John, loving mum, grandma and great-grandma. Forever in our hearts xxxxxx.  Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Lubenham on Monday 10th March at 12.45pm, followed by private committal. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Lubenham Playing Fields and All Saints’ Church, Lubenham may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J.Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Chris’ chosen charity, MIND, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away suddenly on 2nd March 2025, aged 62 years. Beloved son of the late Eric and Shirley and brother of Kathryn, Simon and Julia. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 4th April at 1.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for MIND may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Billesdon, passed away peacefully on 10th March 2025, aged 83 years. Loving husband of Hilda, dad of Sarah and Daniel, grandad, father- in – law and brother. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 27th March at 2.30pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Prostate Cancer UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Michael’s chosen charity, Dementia Harborough, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 14th February 2025, aged 82 years. Much loved husband of Wendy, loving father of Richard and Simon and grandad of Emily, Hope and Matthew. Funeral Service at St Andrew’s Church, Foxton on Monday 3rd March at 1.30pm, followed by private committal. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dementia Harborough may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Rose’s chosen charity, Renew Wellbeing Cafe at Market Harborough Baptist Church, visit this page at Memory Giving.

former Landlady of The Cherry Tree, Little Bowden, passed away peacefully at The Willows Nursing Home on 16th March 2025, aged 79 years. Much loved wife of the late Alun, loving mum of Andy, Coral and the late Paul, grandmother of Jorden, Danny and Bailey and great-grandmother of Addie. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 4th April at 3.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Renew Wellbeing Café at Market Harborough Baptist Church may be made online at via Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Julia’s chosen charity, MIND, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away peacefully at Sibbertoft Manor Nursing Home on 3rd February 2025, aged 91 years. Much loved mum of Mark, Rebecca, John and Emma, loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 28th February at 11.30am. No mourning clothes necessary. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for MIND may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Stewart’s chosen charity, Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Aylsham, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, sadly left us on 26th February 2025, aged 77 years. Devoted husband of Linda, much loved father of Steven and Michelle, father-in-law of Stephanie and Jem and a loving gramps of Louis & Chloe, Evan, Jasper, Joel, Aimee and Bella. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 13th March at 1.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Aylsham may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Brian’s chosen charity, Brain Tumour Research, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Hallaton, formerly Oadby, passed away at Hallaton Manor on 14th February 2025, aged 84 years. Funeral Service at St Michael & All Angels, Hallaton on Friday 28th February at 2.00pm, followed by private burial.  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 John’s chosen charity, RABI – Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Kettering, formerly of Lamport, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital with his family by his side on 12th February 2025, aged 77 years. A dear husband of Terry, much loved dad of Sam and a grandad of Miles and Liam. Funeral Service at St Michael’s Church, Haselbech on Wednesday 12th March at 11.15am, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RABI – Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

of Sibbertoft, formerly Evington, Leicester, passed away on 26th February 2025, aged 82 years. Husband of the late Karen, father of Anna and Suzy and brother of Jilly. Private Cremation. All enquiries to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Husbands Bosworth, formerly North Kilworth, passed away at Leicester Royal Infirmary with his family by his side on 15th February 2025, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, loving dad of Wendy and Andrew, father-in-law of Kev and Brenda, much loved grandad of Lee, Carly, Kieran and Yasmin and a great-grandad of Lola, Matthew, Elliott, Brodie and Daisy. Funeral Service at St Andrew’s Church, North Kilworth on Tuesday 11th March at 10.30am, followed by burial in the churchyard. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To Donate to Mick’s chosen charity, Hooked for Heroes, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, died peacefully at Glenfield Hospital on 9th February 2025, aged 82 years. Funeral Service at St Dionysius Church, Market Harborough on Friday 7th March at 2.00pm, followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Hooked For Heroes may be made online at Memory Giving or sent J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Phil’s chosen charity, Marie Curie, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving wife and son on 17th February 2025, aged 73 years. Much loved husband of Natalie, father of Anton, father-in-law of Carly and grandfather of Oscar and baby Orla. A service to celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 6th March at 1.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Sheila’s chosen charities, British Heart Foundation and LOROS Hospice, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village on 15^th February 2025, aged 83 years. Devoted wife of John, adored mum of Hayley and Lisa and mother-in-law of Daniel and Dave, and cherished grandma of Emma, Jordan, Alfie, Ollie, and little Mia. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 6^th March at 10.30am. A splash of colour is preferred. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation and LOROS Hospice may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

A special thanks for the care and compassion showed towards Sheila by the staff at Peaker Park Care Village, and Dr. Daudia of Market Harborough Medical Centre.

To donate to Ruth’s chosen charity, Diabetes UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

died peacefully, aged 96 years on 8th February 2025. Much loved wife of the late Ted, mum of John and daughter-in-law Sarah, proud and devoted nana of Jess and Tom. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Monday 3rd March at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Diabetes UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Margaret’s chosen charity, Guide Dogs, visit this page at Memory Giving

formerly of Weybridge and Knutsford, died peacefully on 8th February 2025, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late John Sandy of Knutsford, Cheshire. A loving mother of Simon and James, and grandmother of Oliver, Edward, Ben and Evie. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 28th February at 2.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Guide Dogs may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Blairgowrie, Scotland, formerly of Sibbertoft, passed away at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee on 21^st February 2025, aged 65 years. Loving mum of Phillippa and Luke, and beloved nana of Florence, Nathanael, Harrison and Cordelia. Funeral Service at St Helen’s Church, Sibbertoft on Monday 17^th March at 11:45am, followed by committal at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for The Salvation Army may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

formerly of Carlton, Nottingham, died peacefully at Brook House Residential Home, Husbands Bosworth on 9th March 2025 aged 89 years. Loving wife of the late Bern, much loved mum of John and Dina and a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. A service to celebrate her life will be held at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Tuesday 1st April at 12 noon. All flowers and enquiries to J Stamp & Sons.

passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side, on 18th February 2025, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Martyn, mum of Barbara, Graham, Sharon, Stephen, Ian and the late Kim, and ‘Nan Chickens’ to all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral Service at Market Harborough Baptist Church on Friday 14th March at 10.15am, followed by committal at Great Glen Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

passed away at LOROS Hospice, Leicester, on Thursday 13th February 2025, aged 86 years. Chairman of Ford & Slater Limited. Much loved husband of 55 years to Janet, father to Nigel, Tim and remembering the twins. Grandfather to George, Harvey, Darcey, Thomas and Woodrow. A private funeral service service is to be held at Great Glen Crematorium. Peter was respected for his humble, polite and kind manner throughout his long life, and always in his dealings with others; a true gentleman who will be missed by all who knew him. No flowers, but donations, if desired, to LOROS Hospice may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Market Harborough, passed away at home, surrounded by his family on 7th March 2025, aged 77 years. Loving husband of Carol, much loved father of Tamara, Marek, Janina, Marisha and Natasha, proud father-in-law of Joe, Andrew, Lloyd and Ian, dear grandfather of Maddison, Jessica, Keziah and Kyra and cherished brother of Jadwiga. Peacefully sleeping in Jehovah’s Memory. Funeral Service at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Springfield Street, Market Harborough on Monday 31st March at 11.30am followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. All are welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at     Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Rothwell, passed away peacefully after a long illness and surrounded by his family on 22nd February 2025, aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Stephanie, a loving father, father-in-law, devoted grandfather and great-grandfather. Fondly missed and shall never be forgotten. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 12th March at 3.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Parkinson’s UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Joan’s chosen charities, Derbyshire, Leics & Rutland Air Ambulance and the Jayne Morley Memorial Fund, visit this page at Memory Giving

formerly of Stoneygate, passed away peacefully at Devonshire Court on 27th February 2025, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Eddie, devoted mum of Hilary, Liz, Roger, Graham and Jim. A loving nana of 11 grandchildren and great nana of 12 great grandchildren and a dear sister of the late Pat. A Celebration of her Life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 28th March at 11.30am. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Derbyshire, Leics & Rutland Air Ambulance and the Jayne Morley Memorial Fund, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Mick’s chosen charities, Air Ambulance and LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Little Bowden, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by Liz and the boys on 26th February 2025, aged 81 years. Funeral Service at St Hugh’s Church, Market Harborough on Wednesday 19th March at 11.00am, followed by a committal at Great Glen Crematorium at 12.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance & LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

of Kimcote, formerly Shearsby, passed away peacefully on 13th February 2025, aged 64 years. Much loved partner of Brian, a dear sister to Cynthia, Jean, John and the late Janice. Karen will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Kimcote on Thursday 6th March at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.