FUNERAL NOTICES

ADAMS – BRONTE ELIZABETH

passed away peacefully in hospital on 15th March 2020, aged 64 years. Loving daughter of Austin and Joan, dear sister of Jane and Gerald. Will be sadly missed. Private cremation to take place. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

ALEXANDER nee Chamberlain – PAT

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

passed away peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 7th February 2020, aged 93 years.  Loving & beloved wife of the late Basil (Bob), mother of Richard and Clive, mother-in-law of Rosemary, grandmother of Richard, Jonathan and Laura and great-grandmother of seven.  Funeral Service at St. Dionysius Church, Market Harborough on Monday 9th March at 1.30pm, followed by cremation at Kettering.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BEADSWORTH – LAURIE

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

of Broughton formerly Cottingham died peacefully on 18th March 2020, aged 80 years. A much loved husband, dad and grandad. A family service will be held at Kettering Crematorium. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BOSWORTH – JOHN

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

of Weston by Welland (former proprietor of Frosts Greengrocers, Church Street, Market Harborough) passed away at Oxendon House Care Home on 5th March 2020 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Sheila, loving father of Chris, Tim, Dave and Victoria and a much loved grandad and great grandad. Funeral Service at St Dionysius Church, Market Harborough on Thursday 19th March at 1.30pm followed by private burial. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BOWEN – PAT

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

The funeral scheduled for Thursday 26th March will go head for close family and friends. – The family would like to highlight that, given the unprecedented health situation, there is no expectation or obligation to attend. Beloved wife of Bernard, loving mother of Emma and Mark, mother in law of John and Sue and much loved ‘Nana Pat’ of Alex and Ewen.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RNLI may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BURBIDGE – DAVID

Passed away suddenly at his farm in Lubenham on 15th March 2020, aged 77 years.  Dear brother of Alan, Eileen, Helen, Jim, Lucy, Julie, Fred, Muriel, Andrew, Patsy, the late John and the late Tony and a much loved uncle. Private cremation to take place.  A celebration of David’s life will take place at a later date.

CHAPMAN – MARJORIE

of Sence house, Market Harborough, formerly Desborough passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 13th March 2020, aged 90 years. Private cremation service. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at Market Harborough Methodist Church at a later date. All enquiries to J. Stamp & Sons.

COYNE – EILEEN

of South Kilworth taken from us suddenly on 16th March 2020, aged 71 years.  Dearly loved wife of Kevin, much loved daughter of Erna and a much missed sister, sister in law and aunt.  Private cremation. A memorial service will take place at Welford Parish Church at a later date.  No flowers please.

CROWSON – KEN

To donate to Ken’s chosen charity, Barnardo’s, visit this page at Memory Giving

12th February 1930 – 3rd March 2020

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at home on 3rd March 2020, aged 90 years. He will be sadly missed by Suzanne, Gordon, George, Charlie and Barbara and all who knew him. A celebration of his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday, 23rd March at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Barnardo’s may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

CUNNINGHAM – MARY

To donate to Mary’s chosen charities, Our Lady of Victories and Marie Curie, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away peacefully at her home in Kibworth Harcourt on 22nd February 2020, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Ray, much loved mother of the late Maria and the late Ray, mother-in-law of Sharon, grandma of Mike, Sam, Darcey and Adara and great grandma of Tilly. Regrettably, the Funeral Mass originally planned for 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday 25th March at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, Market Harborough, has had to be cancelled. A Private Cremation Service will now take place instead. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Our Lady of Victories and Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

ELLIS – COLIN

To donate to Colin’s chosen charity, Lenthall House Comfort Fund, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away peacefully at Lenthall House, Market Harborough on 15th March 2020, aged 73.  Beloved husband of Aileen, much loved dad of Deb and Lara, and an adored grandad and great grandad. Private family service. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Lenthall House Comfort Fund may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

FREER – ROBIN

To donate to Robin’s chosen charity, St Botolph’s Church, Stoke Albany, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Stoke Albany, passed away peacefully and with dignity at Peaker Park, Market Harborough on March 19th 2020.  Loving brother of Susan, Julie, David and the late Sally and Brian also a loving brother in law, uncle and great uncle. A private immediate family service will be held at St. Botolph’s Church, Stoke Albany followed by burial at Brampton Ash Churchyard. A service to celebrate Robin’s life is envisaged for the future when the situation allows.  All enquiries and donations, if desired, for St Boltoph’s Church, Stoke Albany to J. Stamp & Sons or online at Memory Giving.

FRITH – LESLEY (CHICK)

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

passed away on 14th March 2020, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Allan. Loving mother of Beverley, Alison and Mark, mother in law of Alan, John and Claire, adored grandma of Mark, Wendy, Anna, Freddie, Florence and Charlotte and a great grandma of Dominic, Lottie, Archie, Ava and Jack. A life full of love, friendship and laughter. Private cremation. Service of Thanksgiving to be arranged at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

GARDINER – CHRISTINE

To donate to Christine’s chosen charity, Hope Against Cancer, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Brookfield Road, Market Harborough passed away peacefully after an illness bravely borne on 18th February 2020, aged 75 years. Beloved wife of David, loving mother of Kareena and André and cherished nanna of her grandchildren. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 10th March at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Hope Against Cancer may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

GOODMAN – KEN

(founder of Goodman’s Electrical business on St Marys Road), passed away on 9th March 2020, aged 96 years. Husband of the late Joan, father of John, Roger, David, Stephen, Anthony and Geoffrey (the boys) and a grandfather and great grandfather. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Victories on Thursday 19th March at 11.00am, followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. Family flowers only. All enquiries to J.Stamp and Sons.

HAMILTON – ROBERT MARTIN

To donate to Roberts’s chosen charities, Cancer Research UK and Parkinson’s UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away on 11th March 2020, aged 61 years. Husband of Ann, father of Robert and Martin.   Family flowers only.  Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK and Parkinson’s UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HANKINS – BARBARA

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

On February 17th, 2020, suddenly at home in Desborough, aged 85 years. Wife of the late Brian, much loved mum of Martyn and Paul. Dear mother-in-law of Janice and Lynn. Loving nan of Lee, Lisa and Donna, big nanny of Ellie and Jack.  Dear sister of Jeff and Margaret and sister-in-law of Nora.  She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. Barbara’s Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium Kettering on Wednesday, 4th March at 1.00pm. Please feel free to wear bright colours. Family flowers only by request. Donations for Diabetes UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

HARRISON – MICHAEL

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

Michael John of Market Harborough passed peacefully away on 13th March 2020 aged 75 years. Beloved husband of Valerie, brother in law of Pam, Jack and Leon, uncle to Rupert, Anne, Nikki and great uncle to Kristian and Elliot.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Society may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HARTLEY – REG “BERNIE”

To donate to Bernie’s chosen charity, Leicester Hospitals Charity, visit this page at Memory Giving.

Of Market Harborough passed away at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 25th March 2020, aged 63 years. Loving husband of the late Lisa and a much loved dad of Jenny and Richard. A private committal service will be held at Great Glen Crematorium. Donations for Leicester Hospitals Charity (Ward 41 at Leicester Royal Infirmary) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

HIBBERD – WINIFRED MARJORIE (Win)

To donate to Win’s chosen charities, St Peter’s Church and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving

late of East Carlton passed away on 25th March 2020, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Ted, mother of Susan. Grandmother of Joanne & Alex and Andrew & Taryn. Will be sadly missed by all her family & friends. A private interment will take place at St. Peter’s Church, East Carlton. A celebration of Win’s life will take place at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for St Peter’s Church and the Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HOYES – TOM

To donate to Tom’s chosen charities, Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Stroke Association, visit this page at Memory Giving.

Of Peaker Park Care Village formerly of Gilmorton & Foxton. Passed peacefully away at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 25th February 2020, aged 63 years. Much loved and loving husband of Mary. Tom’s Funeral Service will take place at All Saints Church, Gilmorton on Tuesday 17th March at 12.30 p.m., followed by burial. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Stroke Association may be made at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HUNT – DORIS ELSIE

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

formerly of Hallaton, passed away peacefully on 6th March 2020, aged 89 years. Much loved wife of the late Arthur, devoted mother of Cynthia, Sheila, Marion, Nigel and Michael, dear grandmother of Darren, Hayley, Natalie, Lucie, Emma, Abigail, Jack and Seth, and a much loved great-nan. Funeral Service at St. Michael & All Angels Church, Hallaton on Monday 23rd March at 11.30am, followed by interment.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.  

HUNT – GEORGE FREDERICK SAMUEL

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

of Rothwell passed peacefully away on 15th February 2020, aged 86 years. Loving husband of Brenda, much loved father and father-in -law of Christopher & Ann, Susan & Derek, Nicholas & Adele and beloved grandfather of Angela, Ashleigh, Georgia, Thomas, Fabienne and Chloe and a great grandfather of Lily and Alfie. Sadly missed by all the family.  Funeral service at Kettering Crematorium (Egdar Newman Chapel) on Thursday 5th March at 1.00pm.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

JACKSON – DAVID

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

of Brixworth passed away at home on 20th February 2020, aged 72 years.  Husband of the late Susan, father of George and friend of many.  Funeral Service at The Counties Crematorium, Milton Malsor on Monday 16th March at 4.15pm.  Family flowers only.  Donations, if desired, for Macmillan Cancer Support may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

JOHNSON – SUE

To donate to Sue’s chosen charities, Air Ambulance and Versus Arthritis, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Naseby Square passed away peacefully on 23rd February 2020, surrounded by her family aged 69 years. Much loved mum of Allen and Marie and a loving mother-in-law, grandma, sister and aunt. A Celebration of her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 9th March at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance and Versus Arthritis may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

LANGHAM – ROY

Of Lubenham, passed away on 26th February 2020, aged 72 years. Loving husband of Janet, father of Ben and Sarah, grandfather of Kit and brother of Russ. Private Cremation followed by a Service of Celebration for his life at All Saints Church, Lubenham on Friday 13th March at 1.30pm. No flowers please, donations if desired for Lubenham Village Green may be sent to J Stamp & Sons.  

LEE – KENNETH

loving husband of Mary, dad of David and Christina, father in law of Christopher and grandpa of Charlotte and William, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 15th March 2020, aged 89 years. Private burial to take place at Thorpe Langton Churchyard. No Flowers.  Donations, if desired, for The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

MARSHALL – GORDON

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

passed away suddenly, but peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 22nd February 2020, aged 83 years. Loving husband of Sylvia, much loved father of Andrew and Kathryn and dearly loved grandfather of Evie, Amelia and James. Funeral Service at St Giles’ Church, Desborough, on Tuesday, 17th March at 10.00am followed by committal at Kettering Crematorium.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.  

MASTERS – MICHAEL (MICK)

To donate to Mick’s chosen charities, Sarcoma UK and Macmillan Cancer Care, visit this page at Memory Giving.

Due to the latest government rules this funeral is now private – A celebration of Mick’s life is being planned for the summer (Provisionally 25th September) where you’re warmly invited.

of Market Harborough, died peacefully at LOROS on Monday 9th March 2020, aged 59 years. Loving husband of Sharon, very proud dad of Ben and Dan, son of the late Joseph and Marie, brother of Jo, Sally, Steph, Nikki and the late Richard, uncle and great uncle and great friend to many.

MATTHEWMAN – IAN

of Fleckney, passed peacefully away at home on Wednesday, 11th March following a short illness. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife Margaret and all his family. A private ceremony for close family members only will take place on Wednesday, 25th March at St Nicholas church, followed by cremation. A celebration of his life will ensue at a future date, to be advised. All enquiries and donations, if desired, for Fleckney PCC to J. Stamp & Sons.

NEAL – PETER JONATHAN

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

passed away suddenly at home on 12th February 2020, aged 58. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 20th March 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.

OAKLEY – KITTY

To donate to Kitty’s chosen charities, (RABI) Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution and (SSAFA) Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association , visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away peacefully on the 28th February 2020, aged 100. Beloved wife of the late John (Jock), loving mother of John, Michael, Kevin, Margaret, Mark and Maureen, mother-in-law of Judith, Joanne, Sue, Steve, Julie and Trevor, grandmother of thirteen grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren.

“Life has to end. Love doesn’t”

Funeral Ceremony at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 11th March at 3.30pm.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for (RABI) Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution and (SSAFA) Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

PENNY – JILL ROSEMARY (nèe Day)

formerly of Lindfield road, Western Park, Leicester and Church Langton, passed away peacefully on 27th February 2020, aged 88 years. Wife of the late George, beloved mother of Maxine, dear sister of Larry and a much loved sister in law and aunt. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 20th March at 2.30pm.  Flowers or donations for Barnado’s and The Dogs Trust may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

RENNER – LOUIS

Passed away peacefully at home on 11th February 2020, aged 89 years.  Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.  Funeral Service at St Mary’s the Virgin, Brampton Ash on Friday, 13th March at 1.00pm followed by interment in the Churchyard.  Flowers or donations for Parkinson’s UK and Dementia UK may be sent to J Stamp & Sons.

RIPPIN -EVA

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

Formerly of Rushes Lane, Lubenham passed away peacefully at Brook House Care Home on 12th March 2020, aged 96 years.  Funeral Service at Kettering Crematorium (Edgar Newman Chapel) on Wednesday, 25th March at 3.00pm.  Family flowers only, donations if desired for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

SCOTCHBROOK – EDGAR

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

of Great Bowden, formerly of Lubenham, East Farndon and Market Harborough, passed away in hospital on 23rd March 2020, aged 77 years. Dearly loved father of Tracey, Mark, Gail and Tony and a loving grandad and great grandad. Private Interment. A celebration of Edgar’s life will take place at a later date. No flowers please.  Donations, if desired, for Dementia Harborough may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SCOTT – JOHN ‘JACK’

To donate to Jack’s chosen charity, RNLI, visit this page at Memory Giving   passed away peacefully at home on 7th March 2020, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Hannah (Hannie), loving father of Jane, father in law of Graham and cherished grandfather of Dylan and his fiancé Charlotte. A private cremation will be followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at a later date. Family flowers only. All enquiries and donations, if desired, for RNLI to J. Stamp & Sons or online at Memory Giving.

SHEPPARD – MARJORIE

of Kibworth, passed away peacefully on 2nd March 2020, aged 89 years. Loving mum of the late Richard, grandma of Lewis and Sam and will be much missed by Karen and Durb. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday, 24th March at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SHUTTLEWORTH – STUART DAVID

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

passed away peacefully at his home in Brampton Ash on 5th March 2020, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of the late Heather, much loved dad of Lynne, Wendy and Kim, dear father in law of Andy and Paul, loving gramps of Tom, Sam, Francesca, Rosie and Will. The family have, regrettably, been forced to cancel Stuart’s funeral service, originally planned for 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, 26th March at Kettering Crematorium. A memorial service will be held later in the year once the situation stabilises.  No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.  

SMITH – BRIAN

of Market Harborough, previously of Sunderland, passed away on 4th March 2020, aged 82 years. Much loved husband of Sally, father of Paul, Helen and Mike, grandfather of Finn, Darragh, Shay and Ciara. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday, 20th March at 10:30 a.m. Dress attire, informal or formal, as you wish. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie who cared so well for Brian, may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SMITH – JULIE

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

passed away after a long illness on 21st February 2020, aged 55. Mother of Jake, daughter of Tony and Pamela Woodford, sister of Craig and the late Steven. Funeral Service at St Luke’s Church, Thurnby on Wednesday 25th March at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Diabetes UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

TALLETT – DAVID GLYNDWR MILLS

To donate to David’s chosen charity, Glenfield Hospital, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Glenfield Hospital on 25th March 2020, aged 87 years. Dearly beloved husband of Pauline, much loved father of Gina and Priscilla and a loving grandad. Private cremation to take place.  No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Glenfield Hospital may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

TILLEY – EUNICE MARY

formerly of Park Drive. Passed away peacefully on 22nd March 2020, aged 95 years. Loving & beloved wife of the late Tom, mother of John, Janet & Margaret, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. A Private cremation at Kettering Crematorium. Special thanks to everyone at Lenthall House.  All enquiries to J. Stamp & Sons.

VINCENT – VIVIEN (née Bates)

of Desborough, formerly of Kettering, passed away suddenly on 19th March 2020, aged 66 years. Loving wife of Roger, much loved mum of Joanna and Rachel and dearly loved grandma of Harry, Matthew, Oliver and William. Private interment. A memorial service to celebrate Vivien’s life, will take place at later date.

WAINWRIGHT – CHRIS

To donate to Chris’s chosen charity, VASL (Voluntary Action South Leicestershire), visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away on 25th February 2020, aged 77 years. Wife of the late Mick, mum of Tina and Gary, mother-in-law of Trevor and Cheryl, grandma of Callum, Josie, Daniel and Maddison and great grandma of Indigo and Aoife. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 16th March at 11.30 am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for VASL (Voluntary Action South Leicestershire) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

WARD – CHRISTINE FRIEDA

late of Desborough.  Passed away on 2nd March 2020, aged 80 years. Loving wife of the late Michael. Mother of James and the late Amanda. Grandmother of Bethany, Lauren and Andrew. Funeral Service at Holy Trinity Church, Rothwell on Tuesday 24th March at 11.00am, followed by cremation at Kettering Crematorium (Edgar Newman Chapel). Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

WHITESIDE – PATRICIA (PAT) formerly CARVER

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

of Great Glen, passed away peacefully at home on 11th February 2020, aged 84 years.  Beloved wife of the late Joe. Much loved by all her family and friends. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd March at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Salvation Army may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to  J. Stamp & Sons.

WILSON (formerly Morris) – Lydia (Lynda)

previously of Naseby, passed away peacefully on 22nd February 2020, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Philip Morris and Ivan Wilson, much loved mother of Eunice and Andrew, a dearly loved nana and great nana and dearest sister. Funeral Service at Naseby Methodist Chapel on Tuesday, 10th March at 1.45 pm followed by committal at Kettering Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Alzheimer’s Society may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.