Howarth Funeral Service
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Obituary Notices
SAGAR
SANDRA (née Coburn)
Of Calder Grove and formerly Athy, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Sandra sadly left us peacefully on April 25th, 2022 aged 54 years after a long illness, surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her parents Paddy & Kathleen Coburn.
Sandra was a much loved wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her, especially her husband Peter, daughter Orlaith, brother Padraig, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, relatives and her many friends.
Funeral mass at 1pm on Tuesday 17th May at the Catholic Church of St Peter & St Paul followed by interment at Crigglestone Cemetery, Wakefield. Following the funeral the family invite you to attend the Red Kite, Denby Dale Road, Wakefield.
May Sandra Rest In Peace.
Family flowers only please, donations may be made to Myeloma UK or Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Sandra.”
Enquiries to Howarth Funeral Service. Tel 01924 376590.
GALE
Alan Ernest
Passed away on Sunday 10th April 2022 aged 87 years. Dearly beloved husband of Barbara, loving father to Diane, Jackie and Karen and their husbands. Proud Grandpa of his eight grandchildren, grandson-in-law and great grandson.
He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Service at St. Peter’s Church, Woolley on Wednesday 11th May 2022 at 1pm followed by family committal at Wakefield Crematorium.
Family flowers only, donations kindly received by St. Peter’s Church and the Stroke Association.
MCCALL
ANN ELIZABETH
Passed away peacefully in Pinderfields Hospital on 15th April, aged 78. A beloved Wife to Arnold, much loved Mother to Louise. She will be sadly missed and forever loved by Son in Law Mark and many close family and friends.
Funeral Service will be held at Wakefield crematorium Thursday 5th May at 10.40am.
Family flowers only, donations kindly received for Wakefield Hospice.
Family request for everyone to wear a flower if possible.
COLLEY
LAWRENCE (LOL)
Passed away peacefully on 4th April, aged 88 years and of Hall Green. A loving husband to Sarah Kathleen. A much loved father of Susan, Lynda, Eileen, Julie, Tracey, Sarah, Joanne and Claire. A loving father in law, grandad and great grandad. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Thursday 28th April, Service at St James’ Church, Chapelthorpe at 1.30pm followed by interment at Crigglestone Cemetery. Family flowers only donations kindly received for the Wakefield Hospice.
JOHNSON
BRIAN
Passed away peacefully in Pinderfields Hospital on 4th April, aged 83 years, formerly worked at British Jeffrey Diamond. A loving husband to Jean. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 19th April, service at Wakefield Crematorium at 1.20pm. Family flowers only donations if desired to the Air Ambulance. For further details contact Howarth Funeral Service 01924 376590.
Blackburn
John Arlington
Of Wakefield. Sadly passed away at Dewsbury Hospital on the 1st April 2022, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband to Viv, cherished father to Katie, Tanya and Karl and proud grandpa to Luke, Daisy, Max & Joel.
His much loved larger than life character will be greatly missed. The funeral will take place at Wakefield Cathedral on Wednesday 4th May at 2pm. Family request for everyone to wear a flower if possible, to represent John’s passion for gardening. Any enquiries to Howarth Funeral Service 01924 376590.
BRAMLEY
STEWART
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 30th March. A loving husband to Lynn a much loved dad to Caroline and Laura. A father in law to Jonas. A devoted grandad to Esme. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Monday 25th April. Service at St James Church Thornes at 11.45am. Cremation to follow at Wakefield Crematorium at 12.40pm. Family flowers only, donations kindly received for Cancer Research.
HEMINGWAY
FRANK WILLIAM
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 27th March, aged 87 years and of Kettlethorpe. A loving husband to Sonia, a devoted dad to Beverley and Jonathan, father in law to Annie. A caring grandad and great grandad. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 12th April. Service at Wakefield Crematorium at 2.00pm. A special thanks to the Wakefield district Nurses for their dedication, kindness and support. Family flowers only donations kindly received for the British Heart Foundation.
JACKSON
ALLAN
Passed away peacefully at home with his wife Sheelagh by his side on 30th March aged 73 years and of Newton Hill. The loving husband of Sheelagh and much loved father of Michelle, Karen and Paul. A loving Grandad, Brother and Uncle. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 13th April, service at Church of St Mary Magdalene, Outwood at 11.15am followed by interment at Outwood Cemetery at 12 noon.
HOWARTH
ALAN
On 29th March, peacefully at home aged 84 years. A beloved husband, dad, grandad, great grandad and friend to many.
Funeral Wednesday 20th April, service at Wakefield Crematorium at. 1.20 pm.
No flowers, donations if desired to Kirkwood Hospice.
Any enquiries to Howarth Funeral Service 01924 376590
HALL
GERALD(Gerry)
Aged 85 years, passed on 26th March 2022 after a short illness in Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield. Now reunited with his loving wife Mary. Dearly beloved father, father-in-law, Grandfather and Great Grandfather will be forever missed. Funeral will be held at Wakefield Crematorium on Tuesday, 12 April 2022 at 12.40pm. Family flowers only, donations gratefully received for Yorkshire Air Ambulance Service. Funeral Tuesday 12th April. Service at Wakefield Crematorium at 12.40pm
HEADS
DOUGLAS (DOUG)
Passed away in Dewsbury Hospital with Lilian by his side on the 23rd March, aged 83 years and of Netherton. A beloved husband of Lillian a loving brother of Joan. A well Loved brother in law, uncle and great uncle. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral will take place at Wakefield Crematorium on Thursday 14th April at 1.20pm . At Lillian’s request no flowers, donations kindly received for the Stroke Association.
ATKINSON
SHEILA
In loving memory of Sheila Atkinson former Mayoress of Wakefield
Who died peacefully at home on the 16th of March.
She Will be sadly missed and forever loved by her daughters Beverley and Anita, her grandchildren Sarah, Rachel, Ben, John-Joseph and Alexander, and her great grandchildren Maximus, India, Alice and Florence, and many close family and friends. Funeral Thursday 7th April, service at St Pauls’ Church, Alverthorpe at 11.30am follow by cremation at Wakefield Crematorium at 12.40pm
LUMB
JOAN
On 12th March, passed away peacefully whilst being cared for by the staff at Snapethorpe Hall aged 93 years.
Beloved wife of the late Jim, dearly loved mum of Keith, Pat and Graham, mum in law of Carol, George and Angie and loving grandma of Jane and Karen.
Family flowers only, donations if desired to Wakefield Hospice. Funeral Monday 11th April. Service at Howarth Funeral Service 125 Denby Dale Road, Thornes at 11.15am
Cremation to follow at Wakefield Crematorium.
OLDROYD
DEREK
With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing at home with his family by his side of Derek aged 92 years on Wednesday 9th March 2022. Cherished and adored husband of Joan, dearly loved dad of Elaine and her husband Ian, very proud grandad and great grandad of Antony and James. Very special brother, brother in law, uncle and dear friend to many. He has left a massive void in all our lives. Funeral service will be held at Wakefield Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd March at 2.15pm to which all family and friends are invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be made at the crematorium for The Donkey Sanctuary, Leeds - An organisation close to Derek’s heart.
A true gentleman safe now in the arms of Jesus.
HOLMES
VICTOR TAYLOR
Died peacefully aged 96 on the 1st March 2022.
A dearly loved uncle, friend and husband of the late Marjorie Ann Holmes JP.
Funeral service at Lindale Methodist Church Kirkhamgate 1st April 2022 at 1.15pm followed by short service at Wakefield Crematorium 2.15pm
Family flowers only please. Donations kindly received for Lindale Methodist Church.
MARGISON
AGNES
Passed away suddenly following a short illness at Pinderfields Hospital on 2nd March. Aged 98.
Beloved wife of the late Frank Margison. Much loved mum to Lynn and the late Karen. Loving mother in law to Graham, sister to Betty and the late Rachael and Flo, nana to Caroline, Andrew, Emma, Kathryn and Adam, great nana to Benjamin, Sophia and Ben and a dear friend to many. Special thanks to the staff at Croft Care. The funeral service will take place at 1:30pm on 15th March at West Wakefield Methodist Church, followed by Cremation Wakefield Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations kindly received for MND Association and/or Prostate Cancer UK. Enquiries to Howarth funeral service 01924 376590.
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CHRISTOPHER (Chris)
Died suddenly after a short illness on 6th March 2022 aged 83 Years.
Beloved Husband of the late Ann (Annie), much loved Dad of Simon and Nicky, Grandpa of David, Michael and Eilidh, Brother of Anne, Uncle of Susan, Alistair and Christopher and Partner of Margaret.
Funeral service to be held Monday 28th March at Wakefield Crematorium at 11.45am.
Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Parkinsons Uk. A collection box will be provided at the crematorium.
The family ask you not to wear black.
“Always in our Hearts"
SKELLERN
STEPHEN LAWRENCE
On 28th February, passed away peacefully and of Sandal, aged 79 years.
Much loved husband, dad, grandpa and brother. Retired solicitor of Wakefield and West Riding. Funeral (date). Funeral service at Wakefield Cathedral at (time). Family flowers only, donations desired to Wakefield Hospice.
BUDD (nee Travis )
TERESA
Sadly passed away after a short illness at Pinderfields Hospital on 22nd February aged 84 years.
A loving wife to Ronnie. A devoted mum to Terence and Louise and caring grandma to Francesca and Olivia.
Funeral 18th March. Service at Wakefield Crematorium at 11.00am.
Family flowers only.
Donations if desired will kindly be received for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.