FUNERAL NOTICES

ALDWINCKLE – CARALYN & MICHAEL

of Market Harborough, Caralyn passed away peacefully at home on 16th August 2026, aged 81 years, sadly followed by her husband Michael passing away in hospital on 31st August 2026, aged 83 years. Dearly loved parents of Guy and Lucy, much loved in-laws of Sarah and Paul and adored grandparents of Ella, Wills, Jack and Hattie.

Caralyn’s Funeral Service will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 9th September at 2.30pm, with a joint celebration for both of their lives taking place following this service.

No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and Hope Against Cancer may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

ALLEN – JAMES JOHN POOLE ‘ JIM’

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.”

AVERY – FRANK

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 3rd August 2026, aged 94 years. Much loved husband of Maureen, father of Kirsten and Georgina, and a dear grandad of Amelia and Sam. Private Committal. A Service of Thanksgiving in celebration of Frank’s life will be held at St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Great Bowden on Friday 4th September at 12.30pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for St Peter & St Paul’s Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Frank’s chosen charity, St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Great Bowden, visit this page at Memory Giving.

BARKER – JAMES HAROLD ‘JIM’

passed away on 2nd August 2026, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Nancy Elizabeth; much loved partner of Joan. Loving father of Peter and the late Dianne, father-in-law of Caroline, grandfather of Edward, Annabelle & Eloise and great-grandfather of Matilda, Victoria (Tori), Ralph and Felix. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 27th August at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Macmillan Cancer Support may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

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

BRACKLEY – CLIFF

of Great Oxendon, passed away peacefully at Kibworth Knoll Care Home on 4th August 2026, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Jan and a much loved father, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 24th August at 1.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Cliff’s chosen charity, Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

BRETHERICK – CAROL

of Market Harborough, formerly of Rothwell, passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village on 18th August 2026, aged 78 years. Much loved mum of Paul, Mark and Emma, and loving grandmother. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church on Thursday 10th September at 10.15am, followed by burial at Rothwell Road Cemetery, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for The Children’s Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

BROWN – GEOFF

of Market Harborough, died at Kettering General Hospital on 18th August 2026, aged 73 years. Loving husband of Mandy, dearly loved brother of Jan and brother-in-law of Michael, uncle of James and Kate and special ‘Gruncle’ of Henry and George. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 10th September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, in memory of Geoff for Melanoma UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Geoff’s chosen charity, Melanoma UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

BUTLIN – ROBERT GORDON ‘BOB’

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at home on 6th August 2026, aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Angela, much loved father of Sarah, Catherine and David, and devoted grandad of Jude, Nathaniel, Evangeline, Bertie and Lucy. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 26th August at 12.30pm. 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 Bob’s chosen charity, Parkinson’s UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

CARVER – JOHN HARDING

of Slawston, sadly died on 24th August 2026, aged 83 years. Loving husband of Elizabeth, father of Clare, Julia and Fiona and a very dear grandfather. Private cremation. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at All Saints’ Church, Slawston on Tuesday 15th September at 1.00pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and RNLI may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons

To donate to John’s chosen charities, LOROS and RNLI visit this page at Memory Giving

CLARK – VICTOR IVAN

of Gretton, passed away peacefully on 12th August 2026 aged 88 years.
Much loved partner of Sue, father of Jen, Ange and Austin, grandfather and great grandfather.
Committal Service at the Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Tuesday 25th August at 2.00pm,
followed by a service to celebrate Vic’s life at St James the Great Church, Gretton at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Northampton General Hospital – Stroke Unit may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Victor’s chosen charity, Northampton General Hospital – Stroke Unit, 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

COLLYER – LILLIAN

of Hallaton, passed away peacefully at home on 20th August 2026, aged 83 years. Beloved aunt of Julie and Rachel, and great-aunt of Queenie, Harrison and Dexter. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 10th September at 4.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Cats Protection may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

Lillian’s service is being live streamed. Should you wish to join remotely, please see details below :-

https://watch.obitus.com
Username : xahi8408
Password : 833718

To donate to Lillian’s chosen charity, the Cats Protection, 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

DAVIS – JOAN

formerly of Burley on the Hill, Rutland died peacefully on 22nd August 2026, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Horace, dearest mother of Louise and grandmother of Isabelle and Henry. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 10th September at 3.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Joan’s chosen charity, Marie Curie, 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

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

FORD – ROGER

of Tur Langton, sadly died after a short battle with cancer at Glenfield Hospital on 27th August 2026, aged 78 years. He will be missed by his sisters and family in the North-East and his adoptive family in Tur Langton. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 11th September at 1.30pm. 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 Roger’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, 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.

GARFOOT – BARRY

of Kibworth, sadly passed away suddenly on the 15th July 2026, aged 68 years. Loving father of Jack and Tom. Funeral Service will be held at St Wilfrid’s Church, Kibworth on 24th August at 11.00am, private burial to follow. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

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

GILBERT – JAMES FRANK ‘JIM’

of Market Harborough, sadly passed away at Kettering General Hospital on 18th August 2026, aged 78 years. Much loved husband, dad and grandpa. Private funeral service. Donations in memory of Jim are welcome for Prostate Cancer UK and may be made directly to the charity via www.prostatecanceruk.org.

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

HORNBROOK – BOB

of Swinford, sadly passed away after a short illness on 11th August 2026, aged 89 years. Loving husband of Linda and step-father of Mandy and Julie. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Swinford on Monday 7th September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Dog’s Trust may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Bob’s chosen charity, the Dog’s Trust, 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.

LEWIS – CLARE

of Lutterworth, sadly passed away at Leicester Royal Infirmary after a short illness on 20th August 2026, aged 57 years. Loving wife of the late Rik, much loved mum of Adam and cherished daughter of John and Wendy.

An active member of the Girlguiding Movement and the Rock Choir, Clare’s loss will be felt by many. She will be forever in our thoughts.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Tuesday 8th September at 2.00pm. 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 Clare’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

MARTIN – MO

of Market Harborough, sadly passed away on 13th August 2026, aged 65 years. A much loved dad, grandad, brother and uncle. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 4th September at 2.30pm. 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 Mo’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, 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.

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

MOORE – SHEILA

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at home on 10th August 2026, aged 93 years. Loving wife of the late Bill, and much loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 25th August at 12.30pm. 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 Sheila’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, 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.

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.

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 and father-in-law of Debbie. 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.

SPARKS – JOHN

Beloved father of Cathryn, Rosemary, Malcolm and Howard and proud grandfather and great-grandfather, died peacefully on 3rd August 2026, aged 88 years. Funeral Service to be held at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Thursday 3rd September at 12 noon. Please wear whatever you feel most comfortable in. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, to the Parish of the Transfiguration (for St Nicholas’ and St Hugh’s Church), Bower House and Medical Aid for Palestine may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to John’s chosen charities, the Parish of the Transfiguration (for St Nicholas’ and St Hugh’s Church), Bower House and Medical Aid for Palestine, 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 – 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

WESTON – JOYCE

of Market Harborough formerly Gretton, but will forever be a Derby girl at heart, passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village on the 12th August 2026, aged 91 years. Much loved wife of the late David, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and dear friend to many. Celebration of Life service to be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 7th September at 11.30am. No black clothing requested, please wear colourful clothes to celebrate Joyce’s life. 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 Joyce’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

WHELBAND – GAIL MARGARET

of Sutton Bassett, passed away peacefully on 1st August 2026, aged 79 years. Much loved wife of Jeffrey, loving mother of Ann and James, mother in law of Jess and a grandmother and great grandmother. Private Cremation followed by a Service to Celebrate her life at St Cuthbert’s Church, Great Glen on Thursday 27th August at 3.15pm. Please feel free to wear something summery and colourful to celebrate Gail’s life. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for The Mare and Foal Sanctuary may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to Gail’s chosen charity, The Mare and Foul Sanctuary, visit this page at Memory Giving

WHITEHEAD – DAVID GEOFFREY

1939 – 2026
Retired Head of Construction at Tresham College

passed away peacefully at Claremont Parkway Nursing Home on 25th July 2026, aged 87 years. Loving husband of 66 years to Doreen, father of Carolyn and Malcolm, father-in-law of Martin and Ruth, grandad of Joanne, Katie, Alice and Isaac, and great-grandad of Patrick, Kieran, Monty and Pippa. A Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate his life will be held at Desborough Baptist Church on Tuesday 8th September at 11.30am. No black clothing by David’s request. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Miracles To Believe In and Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To donate to David’s chosen charities, Miracles To Believe In and Cancer Research 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