Every week we share tributes from family and friends for lost loved ones who have sadly passed away across Nottinghamshire. Each notice will remain online forever, providing a safe space online for people to look back on and remember.
Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition, with every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appearing on funeral-notices.co.uk - the UK’s number one site for death notices. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, click here .
Here are the notices published in the Nottingham Post this week - from Saturday, April 29, until Friday, May 5, 2023. Our thoughts are with friends and family affected.
Betty Mary Blair
Dear Sister and Auntie. Will always be missed and loved. Rest In Peace. Jean, Dave, Chris and Sue.
Rosa Valerie Boot
Sadly passed away on 28th April 2023, aged 86 years. Dearly loved and missed by daughters Valerie and Gillian, and the rest of the family. Funeral service to take place at Bramcote Crematorium on 30th May 2023 at 12:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to benefit RSPCA and Cancer Research UK may be sent care of Trent House 106 Station Road Beeston NG9 2AY 0115 922 0433 www.lymn.co.uk
Joan Darby
Sadly passed on 25th April 2023, aged 96 years. Dearly loved and missed by the family. Funeral service to take place at St Michael's and All Angel's, Bramcote on Wednesday 24th May 2023 at 1:30pm, followed by a committal at Bramcote Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to benefit Calibre Audio and/or British Red Cross may be sent care of Trent House 106 Station Road Beeston NG9 2AY 0115 922 0433 www.lymn.co.uk
Raymond Hayes
(Ray) Sadly passed away on the 11th of April 2023. Aged 77 years. A loving Husband, Father, Grandad and Great Grandad. "You may be gone, Ray. But you will never be forgotten. Love and God Bless. Your wife, Carole. Son, Wayne, Daughter, Lisa and their Families xxx" Ray's funeral service will be on the 2nd of June 2023, 1pm at St. Patrick's Church, Nuthall. Followed at 2pm by his burial at New Farm Lane Cemetery. Floral tributes to be sent to Coop Funeralcare, Bulwell. Or please consider a donation in Ray's memory to the British Lung Foundation.
Peter John Holland
Sadly passed away at Queens Medical Center aged 83 years. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday 10th May, 12:30 at Baguley Brothers Funeral Directors, 500 Mansfield Road, Sherwood, NG5 2FB followed by the burial at Tithe Green burial ground at 14:00 For any enquiries please contact Baguley Brothers Funeral Directors: 0115 9605197
Katie Elizabeth James
Tragically passed away on the 11th April 2023 Aged 28 years. Will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service for Katie and her babies Tamara and Asia to take place at Rushcliffe Oaks Crematorium on Monday 15th May at 10.45am By request no flowers. All enquiries: Co-op Funeralcare Triumph Road, Lenton Nottingham NG7 2GA Tel: 0115 9785171
Kathleen Kerry
Passed away peacefully on 20th April 2023 aged 98 years. You held our hands as children for a while, but you hold our hearts forever. The funeral shall take place on Friday May 19th, 12.00, Gedling Crematorium. Family flowers only and donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation or Parkinson's UK. All enquiries to:- Robin Hood House Robin Hood Street Nottingham NG3 1GF 0115 950 5875 www.lymn.co.uk
David William Reddall
Passed away peacefully 5th of April 2023 aged 86 years. Now reunited with his beloved Wife Joyce and Son Tony. He will be sadly missed by Son Andrew and his Wife Jayne, Granddaughters Hannah and Emile, and Great Grandchildren Locryn, Jaxon and Quinn. The funeral service for David will take place at Gedling Crematorium on Friday 19th May at 11am, followed by his Celebration of Life at St Paul's, Carlton. Family flowers only at the Crematorium, however please feel free to purchase cut flowers to decorate the church for the celebration. Please deliver them to church by 18th of May 2023. Further enquiries may be made to: Co-op Funeralcare 69 Gedling Road Carlton NG4 3FG Tel: 0115 9879008
Eileen Sheppard
It is with heavy hearts that we announce, Eileen Sheppard (née Lynch), born March 7th, 1948, died April 16th, 2023. Predeceased by her parents Johnny (Batt) and Johanna Lynch, her brother John and sister Mary Anne, and by her daughter Claire. Eileen was the beloved wife of Dave Sheppard and a devoted and loving mother to their children Brendan, Marie, Liam and Bridget. Eileen will be sadly missed by her much loved grandchildren, James, Evie, Ellie, Ayla, Aubrey and Ethan. Dearly and fondly remembered by her sister Bridie, her Aunty Peg, sons in law Jason and Will, daughters in law Carina and Lisa, brothers in law, sisters in law and all her extended family, friends, and neighbours. Eileen lived a full and happy life, dedicated to her family, friends and faith. Her kindness, gentle nature and sense of humour will be missed by all who knew her. A funeral service will be held at The Sacred Heart Church, Carlton, Nottingham on May 15th at 12:45. This will be followed by a short service at Gedling crematorium at 2pm. May she rest in peace. The family would like to request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the charity GAIN, which is dedicated to helping people affected by Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) may be sent c/o Harrod House Church Street Carlton NG4 1BJ 0115 961 6180 www.lymn.co.uk
Manjeet Singh Matharu
A final bow down for Nottinghamshire's first turban wearing police officer. The first turban wearing police officer to serve Nottinghamshire sadly passed away on Thursday 27 April 2023 following a short illness. Manjeet Singh Matharu served the Nottinghamshire police force for over four decades, which spanned the entirety of his career as a serving officer. As a Sikh, Manjeet's turban was symbolic of his faith but also distinguished him from other officers when he first started serving the police force. During this time, there were no other turban wearing Sikh police officers serving the police force in the area and Manjeet was the first to hold this accolade. Originally born in Kenya in 1954, he settled here in the UK with his family in 1972 and following a short stay in Leicester, he then resided in Nottingham. Manjeet joined Nottinghamshire police force in 1978. Having recently retired at the end of March, following a long serving career, Manjeet holds the honour of also being third in the country for completing a staggering 45 years service to the police force. Throughout his dedicated service to the police, Manjeet worked his way up the ranks to become a detective constable and working in MCU. He had become synonymous in the Nottinghamshire area for wearing a turban. Manjeet embraced wearing his turban on duty and stood out amongst other officers during a career spanning over 40 years. Manjeet showed true commitment to the police force and dedicated his career to serving the local community of Nottinghamshire. He was also featured in an article in the Nottingham Post on Saturday 12th August 1978 for being the first police officer to wear a turban in Nottingham. Manjeet's funeral will be held at Ramgarhia Sabha, 31 Percy Street, Nottingham on Tuesday 9th May 2023 at 10:00am, followed by cremation at Bramcote Crematorium Serenity Chapel at 11:00am. Donations in lieu of flowers for The British Heart Foundation may be left online at www.lymn.co.uk/obituaries or sent care of Deer Park House 359 Wollaton Road Wollaton NG8 1FQ 0115 928 4366 www.lymn.co.uk
Ann Wakefield
Sadly passed away on 5th April 2023 aged 89 years. Loving wife to Richard and mum to Elizabeth and Jane. Ann was a former lecturer in Fashion and Design at Nottingham City Art College and Clarendon College for many years and was a member of Clifton Village Art Club, which she enjoyed very much. The family would like to express their appreciation and thanks to the staff at QMC on wards B47 and B49 for their fantastic care. Ann will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Funeral Service West Chapel, Wilford Hill Crematorium at 11.30am on Tuesday 16th May 2023. All flowers welcome and may be sent care of: Chaworth House 24 Varney Road Clifton NG11 8EX 0115 945 6232 www.lymn.co.uk
John Bell
Of Keyworth, sadly passed away peacefully aged 91, at the Grand Care Home in West Bridgford having been lovingly nursed for a few days after a short spell in hospital. John will be greatly missed by his dearly loved wife Margaret with whom he has shared a long and happy marriage for 65 years. A loving father to Christine and Philip and proud grandfather to James, William, Elizabeth and Charlotte. He will live on in our memories forever. John's working life was spent as a manager at the Stanton and Stavely foundries followed by a brief spell with Hill Samuel after his retirement. A service of thanksgiving will be held at Bramcote Crematorium on Monday 22nd May 2023 at 2.30pm Family flowers only but donations in lieu may be made if desired to the RSPB may be sent care of Albert Oliver & Sons 45 Easthorpe Street Ruddington NG11 6LB 0115 921 1075 www.lymn.co.uk
Harry Waterson
Harry Waterson who passed away peacefully on the 17th of April at the Queen's Medical Centre aged 92. Beloved dad, grandad and great grandad. Funeral to be held at Bramcote Crematorium on Wednesday the 24th of May at 11.30am. Family flowers only, cash donations on the day or to C Terry, funeral directors Bulwell in aid of a memorial shield for Mapperley Cycling Club.
Betty Mary Blair
(Longstaff) Dear sister, peace at last after much suffering, sleep in peace. Love John
Thelma Easom
Thelma Easom, Bonar Bridge, Scotland, formerly of Wollaton, Nottingham passed away at home in Bonar Bridge on Saturday 29 April 2023, after a long illness bravely fought. Wife of the late Alan, Mother to Ann, Michele, Andrew and his wife Jackie, grandmother to Heather and Holly and their husbands Mick and Adam and great grandmother to Cameron. Funeral Service will be held in Bonar Bridge. All enquirers to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain, Ross shire. Tel 01862 892521
John Alan Robinson
01.12.60 - 03.4.23 Formerly of Beeston - latterly Switzerland. You faced your illness with such courage and with your great sense of humour right to the end. John passed peacefully in Switzerland with Cathy his adored partner. He was supported by his sons Tim and Greg, daughters-in-law Pascale and Diana and his adored grandchildren. Johh wherever you are now, you will always be forever in our hearts, your loving Robinson family, sisters Sheila and Susan, brothers-in-law Mick and Mike, nieces and nephews. We celebrate John's life with family and friends in Switzerland on 5th May. And in John's words always look on the bright side of life.
Robert Reader
(BIG BOB) Bob Reader sadly passed away at home on Thurs 20th April 2023, aged 72. Now reunited with his loving wife Deborah. Funeral service to take place at Bramcote Crematorium, Weds 10th May at 1:00. Forever in our hearts and thoughts, Rachel, Helen, Kathryn and Robert. xx
Reena Mary Playle
Passed away 18th April, aged 90 years. Funeral service to take place at Wilford Hill Crematorium on Monday 15th May at 11.30am. Donations in lieu to Cats Protection may be sent care of Rutland House 128 Melton Road West Bridgford Nottingham NG2 6EP 0115 969 6006 www.lymn.co.uk
Janet Elizabeth Waltham
(Née Syson) Passed away peacefully in her sleep on 22nd April, aged 79 years, after a brave struggle with cancer. Beloved wife of Tony, loving mum of Si, Jonny and Rich, a truly wonderful person. Cremation with family only at Wilford Hill, Thursday 11th May. Please no flowers. Donations welcome for Cancer Research and charities in India which may be sent care of Rutland House 128 Melton Road West Bridgford Nottingham NG2 6EP 0115 969 6006 www.lymn.co.uk
Sam Crofts
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Sam (Cyril) aged 80. He passed away peacefully at his home on the 26th of April 2023 after a period of illness. Sam was a much loved and loving husband to Val, father to Stephen and Paul, brother to Janet and a good friend to many. We warmly invite everyone who knew Sam to join us for a funeral service on the 24th of May at 2pm at Gedling Crematorium, Nottingham NG4 4QH. This will be followed by a reception at 3pm onwards at the Vale Social Club, Colwick, Nottingham NG4 2ED. We ask for family flowers only and invite donations to be made to Bowel Research UK and a collection will be available at the service. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Carlton 0115 987 9008.
Harold Alfred Wyld
Passed away peacefully, formerly of Thistledown Road. Dearly loved father of Karin and Linda, Grandfather to Dan, Heather and Eve, Great Grandfather to Autumn. Funeral service to be held at Wilford Hill Crematorium on Tuesday 9th May 2023 at 4pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to RNLI. Enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare Clifton Farnborough Road Clifton NG11 9DF 0115 9456484
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