2019 Obituaries
(Obituaries before 2019 can be found in the News Archives)
24/12/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 14th December 2019 of Mrs Adeline FRASER, 100 years, following a chest infection. She had just celebrated her 100th Birthday on the 21st November 2019. Adeline was the widow of Insp Donald Fraser. Her next of kin is her daughter Ailsa Fraser.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 14th December 2019 of Mrs Adeline FRASER, 100 years, following a chest infection. She had just celebrated her 100th Birthday on the 21st November 2019. Adeline was the widow of Insp Donald Fraser. Her next of kin is her daughter Ailsa Fraser.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
19/12/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Sunday 15th December 2019 of ex PC James ‘Jim’ William TAYLOR. His next of kin is his wife Cheryll. Jim retired in 2016 having worked in Traffic in the Derby area.
His funeral will be held at 3.20pm on Monday 30th December 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Sunday 15th December 2019 of ex PC James ‘Jim’ William TAYLOR. His next of kin is his wife Cheryll. Jim retired in 2016 having worked in Traffic in the Derby area.
His funeral will be held at 3.20pm on Monday 30th December 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
19/12/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 4th December 2019 of ex Insp Francis ‘Frank’ Ernest WOODINGS whilst in a Care Home in Dronfield. Prior to going into the Care Home he lived alone in Chesterfield. Frank must have been in his 90’s and retired in the late 70’s early 80’s. He was the Inspector at Bakewell Police Station in 1965.
His funeral will be held at 11.50am on Monday 23rd December 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1AU.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 4th December 2019 of ex Insp Francis ‘Frank’ Ernest WOODINGS whilst in a Care Home in Dronfield. Prior to going into the Care Home he lived alone in Chesterfield. Frank must have been in his 90’s and retired in the late 70’s early 80’s. He was the Inspector at Bakewell Police Station in 1965.
His funeral will be held at 11.50am on Monday 23rd December 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1AU.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
04/12/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Monday 2nd December 2019 of Mrs Janet WILKINSON, 81 years, wife of ex DC John Wilkinson, who retired in 1985. Janet passed away peacefully at home after a long illness suffering from Alzheimer’s. Janet worked in Operations Room at HQ for about 8 years prior to her retirement.
Her funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Monday 23rd December 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH and afterwards at the Steam Packet Public House, Swanwick DE55 1AB.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Monday 2nd December 2019 of Mrs Janet WILKINSON, 81 years, wife of ex DC John Wilkinson, who retired in 1985. Janet passed away peacefully at home after a long illness suffering from Alzheimer’s. Janet worked in Operations Room at HQ for about 8 years prior to her retirement.
Her funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Monday 23rd December 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH and afterwards at the Steam Packet Public House, Swanwick DE55 1AB.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
02/12/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 24th November 2019 from Motor Neurone disease of Mrs Joyce PARRANS, 80 years, (formerly of Midway, Swadlincote. Joyce was the widow of PC Eddie Parrans who passed away in 1997. There is no known next of kin and the Executor and friend is Mr. Ian Pickering.
Joyce’s funeral took place on 29th November 2109 at Bretby Crematorium.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 24th November 2019 from Motor Neurone disease of Mrs Joyce PARRANS, 80 years, (formerly of Midway, Swadlincote. Joyce was the widow of PC Eddie Parrans who passed away in 1997. There is no known next of kin and the Executor and friend is Mr. Ian Pickering.
Joyce’s funeral took place on 29th November 2109 at Bretby Crematorium.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
27/11/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 24th November 2019, after a long illness, of ex Insp Robert ‘Benny’ GOODMAN, 57 years. Robert’s next of kin is his wife, Melanie Goodman. Robert retired in 2014 whilst an Inspector at Derby.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm on Friday 13th December 2019 at St. Werburgh’s Church, Spondon DE21 7GL. A private Family Committal will follow.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 24th November 2019, after a long illness, of ex Insp Robert ‘Benny’ GOODMAN, 57 years. Robert’s next of kin is his wife, Melanie Goodman. Robert retired in 2014 whilst an Inspector at Derby.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm on Friday 13th December 2019 at St. Werburgh’s Church, Spondon DE21 7GL. A private Family Committal will follow.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
27/11/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the unexpected death on the 26th October 2019 of ex PC Tyron David EDWARDS, 68 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Denise Edwards. Tyron served in Derby, retiring on ill health in 1981.
His funeral has already taken place.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the unexpected death on the 26th October 2019 of ex PC Tyron David EDWARDS, 68 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Denise Edwards. Tyron served in Derby, retiring on ill health in 1981.
His funeral has already taken place.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
22/11/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 9th November 2019 after a long illness of Mrs Valerie WOODLAND, 80 years, wife of ex DCI Noel Ewart Woodland 82 years who was Head of Scenes of Crime.
Her funeral will be held at 11.30am on Thursday 5th December 2019 at Douglas Crematorium, Isle of Man.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 9th November 2019 after a long illness of Mrs Valerie WOODLAND, 80 years, wife of ex DCI Noel Ewart Woodland 82 years who was Head of Scenes of Crime.
Her funeral will be held at 11.30am on Thursday 5th December 2019 at Douglas Crematorium, Isle of Man.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
14/11/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Tuesday 12th November 2019 of ex Insp 703 Alan SIMPSON, 80 years, after a short stay in Hospital. Alan had not been well for a few years. His next of kin is his wife, Mrs Margaret Simpson. Alan served from 1960 to 1990 when he retired as Inspector at Heanor PS.
His funeral will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 4th December 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH and afterwards at the ‘Steam Pack’ Public House, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1AB.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Tuesday 12th November 2019 of ex Insp 703 Alan SIMPSON, 80 years, after a short stay in Hospital. Alan had not been well for a few years. His next of kin is his wife, Mrs Margaret Simpson. Alan served from 1960 to 1990 when he retired as Inspector at Heanor PS.
His funeral will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 4th December 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH and afterwards at the ‘Steam Pack’ Public House, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1AB.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
10/11/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the sudden death of ex Sgt Stephen LISTER, 75 years, on the 17th October 2019. His next of kin is his wife Rosemary from whom he was separated. Stephen retired in about 1994 having worked in Derby and the Home Office.
His funeral has already taken place.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the sudden death of ex Sgt Stephen LISTER, 75 years, on the 17th October 2019. His next of kin is his wife Rosemary from whom he was separated. Stephen retired in about 1994 having worked in Derby and the Home Office.
His funeral has already taken place.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
07/11/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death, on Sunday 3rd November 2019 of ex PC Barry DAVIS, 79 years, after years of poor health. His next of kin is his wife Margaret Davis. Barry joined the Derby Borough as a Cadet and served in Derby. In 1975 he became the Federation Secretary and served in that role until he retired in 1984.
His funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Tuesday 26th November 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick, Derbyshire DE55 1BH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death, on Sunday 3rd November 2019 of ex PC Barry DAVIS, 79 years, after years of poor health. His next of kin is his wife Margaret Davis. Barry joined the Derby Borough as a Cadet and served in Derby. In 1975 he became the Federation Secretary and served in that role until he retired in 1984.
His funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Tuesday 26th November 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick, Derbyshire DE55 1BH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
07/11/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death, on Sunday 3rd November, 2019 of ex Insp Derek BEAL, 88 years. His next of kin is his wife Joan. Derek joined the Derbyshire Constabulary after de-mob in 1951 and served at Glossop, Chesterfield, New Mills and Buxton where he retired as acting Chief Inspector in 1983. He was a member of NARPO and for the last 10 years organised the NARPO Social.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm on Tuesday 19th November 2019 at St. Mary’s Church, Dale Road, Buxton SK17 6LN.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death, on Sunday 3rd November, 2019 of ex Insp Derek BEAL, 88 years. His next of kin is his wife Joan. Derek joined the Derbyshire Constabulary after de-mob in 1951 and served at Glossop, Chesterfield, New Mills and Buxton where he retired as acting Chief Inspector in 1983. He was a member of NARPO and for the last 10 years organised the NARPO Social.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm on Tuesday 19th November 2019 at St. Mary’s Church, Dale Road, Buxton SK17 6LN.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
15/10/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 12th October 2019 of Mrs Claire Grace LAMBLEY after a short illness. Claire was the widow of ex Insp Don Lambley MBE. Her next of kin is her son Jonathan Lambley.
Her funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Thursday 31st October 2019 at St Giles Church, Church Street, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3BZ. All friends or colleagues welcome.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 12th October 2019 of Mrs Claire Grace LAMBLEY after a short illness. Claire was the widow of ex Insp Don Lambley MBE. Her next of kin is her son Jonathan Lambley.
Her funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Thursday 31st October 2019 at St Giles Church, Church Street, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3BZ. All friends or colleagues welcome.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
07/10/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death today, Monday 7th October 2019, after a long illness of ex D/Supt Francis ‘Fran’ William MULDOON, 74 years. His next of kin is his wife Margaret Muldoon, Ex C/Supt. Fran retired in 2002 having served 36 years in all areas of Derbyshire.
His funeral will take place at 10.10am on Monday 4th November 2019 at Brimington Crematorium. Everyone! is welcome to attend and pay respects to Fran’s Life. Arrangements are being made to provide some food and drink after the service at Ringwood Hall - details to follow. (No rammel will be available on Fran’s specific instructions)
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death today, Monday 7th October 2019, after a long illness of ex D/Supt Francis ‘Fran’ William MULDOON, 74 years. His next of kin is his wife Margaret Muldoon, Ex C/Supt. Fran retired in 2002 having served 36 years in all areas of Derbyshire.
His funeral will take place at 10.10am on Monday 4th November 2019 at Brimington Crematorium. Everyone! is welcome to attend and pay respects to Fran’s Life. Arrangements are being made to provide some food and drink after the service at Ringwood Hall - details to follow. (No rammel will be available on Fran’s specific instructions)
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
07/10/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the sudden death on Thursday 3rd October 2019 of ex D/Insp John Arthur SMEDLEY, 70 years. His next of kin is his wife, Susan Smedley. John, who retired in 2002 served mainly in Derby and area.
His funeral will be held at 10.40am on Wednesday 23rd October 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH and afterwards at Horsley Lodge, Smalley Mill Road, Horsley, Derby DE21 5BL.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the sudden death on Thursday 3rd October 2019 of ex D/Insp John Arthur SMEDLEY, 70 years. His next of kin is his wife, Susan Smedley. John, who retired in 2002 served mainly in Derby and area.
His funeral will be held at 10.40am on Wednesday 23rd October 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH and afterwards at Horsley Lodge, Smalley Mill Road, Horsley, Derby DE21 5BL.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
05/10/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd September 2019 of Mrs Mary Louise HINDS, wife of ex PC 172 James Frederick Hinds, who is the next of kin.
Her funeral has already taken place.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd September 2019 of Mrs Mary Louise HINDS, wife of ex PC 172 James Frederick Hinds, who is the next of kin.
Her funeral has already taken place.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/09/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform of the death after a short illness of Mrs Margaret aka Mags WARDLE on Saturday 21st September 2019. Mags was the partner of ex PC Lynn Julian.
Her funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Tuesday 15th October 2019 at All Saints Church, 26 Church Street, Youlgreave DE45 1WR.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform of the death after a short illness of Mrs Margaret aka Mags WARDLE on Saturday 21st September 2019. Mags was the partner of ex PC Lynn Julian.
Her funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Tuesday 15th October 2019 at All Saints Church, 26 Church Street, Youlgreave DE45 1WR.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/09/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 25th August 2019 of ex Sgt Frederick John COLLISON, 98 years. John as he was known, retired in 1976 having transferred from Sussex and was stationed at Castle Gresley, Bamford, Hadfield and lastly in Derby. His funeral has already taken place. His next of kin is his daughter Mrs. Jean Edmond of Long Eaton.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 25th August 2019 of ex Sgt Frederick John COLLISON, 98 years. John as he was known, retired in 1976 having transferred from Sussex and was stationed at Castle Gresley, Bamford, Hadfield and lastly in Derby. His funeral has already taken place. His next of kin is his daughter Mrs. Jean Edmond of Long Eaton.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/09/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death at home on Saturday 14th September 2019 of ex PC Roy William WINFIELD, 76 years. His next of kin is his wife Diane Winfield. Roy retired in 1998 having served in Derby, Ripley and Crime Prevention. In 1998 he worked as a civilian in the Police Control Centre.
His funeral will be held at 4.00pm on Tuesday 1st October 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH. Donations to Derbyshire Benevolent Trust and the Chemotherapy Ward at the Royal Hospital, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death at home on Saturday 14th September 2019 of ex PC Roy William WINFIELD, 76 years. His next of kin is his wife Diane Winfield. Roy retired in 1998 having served in Derby, Ripley and Crime Prevention. In 1998 he worked as a civilian in the Police Control Centre.
His funeral will be held at 4.00pm on Tuesday 1st October 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH. Donations to Derbyshire Benevolent Trust and the Chemotherapy Ward at the Royal Hospital, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
16/09/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 6th September 2019 at Queens Medical of ex DC 1010 Terry TOWNSEND, 78 years. Terry retired in 1990 having served in Derby Borough.
His funeral will be held at 3.30pm on Friday 20th September 2019 at Aston on Trent Crematorium, Derby DE72 2AF.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 6th September 2019 at Queens Medical of ex DC 1010 Terry TOWNSEND, 78 years. Terry retired in 1990 having served in Derby Borough.
His funeral will be held at 3.30pm on Friday 20th September 2019 at Aston on Trent Crematorium, Derby DE72 2AF.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
08/09/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd September 2019 after a short illness of ex Sgt Kenneth Harrop BLUNDELL, 91 years. Ken was a widower and his next of kin is his son, Ronald Blundell.
Ken served in the Black Watch Regiment from 1945 to 1951 and then joined Liverpool City Police in 1952 and in 1956 transferred to Derbyshire where he served in Hadfield, Stoney Middleton and was promoted Sergeant in Crime Prevention, Buxton until his retirement in 1982. He then became head of security for the Manchester Museum Service for the next 7 years.
His funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Wednesday 11th September 2019 at St. Andrews Church, 8, Stanyforth Street, Hadfield SK13 2DG.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd September 2019 after a short illness of ex Sgt Kenneth Harrop BLUNDELL, 91 years. Ken was a widower and his next of kin is his son, Ronald Blundell.
Ken served in the Black Watch Regiment from 1945 to 1951 and then joined Liverpool City Police in 1952 and in 1956 transferred to Derbyshire where he served in Hadfield, Stoney Middleton and was promoted Sergeant in Crime Prevention, Buxton until his retirement in 1982. He then became head of security for the Manchester Museum Service for the next 7 years.
His funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Wednesday 11th September 2019 at St. Andrews Church, 8, Stanyforth Street, Hadfield SK13 2DG.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
08/08/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death two weeks ago of Mrs Beryl WESSON 88 years, wife of ex PC 315 Don Wesson, 92 years.
Her funeral will be held at 11.15am on Tuesday 20th August 2019 at Rowland Memorial Methodist Church,19 Dundee Rd, Midway, Swadlincote DE11 7NN.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death two weeks ago of Mrs Beryl WESSON 88 years, wife of ex PC 315 Don Wesson, 92 years.
Her funeral will be held at 11.15am on Tuesday 20th August 2019 at Rowland Memorial Methodist Church,19 Dundee Rd, Midway, Swadlincote DE11 7NN.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
26/07/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that have to inform you of the unexpected death of ex PC 566 John Colin GIBBS, 81 years, on Tuesday 23rd July 2019. Colin, as he was known, leaves a widow, his next of kin, Mrs Sheila Gibbs. Colin served with Derbyshire from 1961 to 1988, when he retired. He served mainly in and around the Alfreton area.
His funeral will be held at 11.00am on Friday 9th August 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick, Derbyshire DE55 1BH..
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that have to inform you of the unexpected death of ex PC 566 John Colin GIBBS, 81 years, on Tuesday 23rd July 2019. Colin, as he was known, leaves a widow, his next of kin, Mrs Sheila Gibbs. Colin served with Derbyshire from 1961 to 1988, when he retired. He served mainly in and around the Alfreton area.
His funeral will be held at 11.00am on Friday 9th August 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick, Derbyshire DE55 1BH..
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
12/07/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the passing of ex PC Alan GREATOREX, 72 years, at his home at Chesterfield.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm today, Friday 12th July 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium.
Sean Murphy (Secretary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the passing of ex PC Alan GREATOREX, 72 years, at his home at Chesterfield.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm today, Friday 12th July 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium.
Sean Murphy (Secretary
27/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death yesterday, 26th June 2019, after a long illness, of ex C/Supt Lynn HARRIS QPM, aged 61 years.
Her funeral will be held at 1.10pm on Wednesday 10th July 2019 at The Chesterfield and District Crematorium, Chesterfield Road, Brimington, Chesterfield. S43 1AU. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu to the Brain Tumour Charity and Umbrella for disabled children, Derby and Derbyshire. Any enquiries to Stubbins and Hope Funeral Directors, Bolsover tel 01246 823355. Preferred dress code is shirts with bright ties for male guests and bright clothes for the ladies.
Following this Lynn's family would welcome family and friends for refreshments at the Woodman pub, Pattison St, Shuttlewood, Chesterfield S44 6QZ.
Later on the evening of Wednesday 10th July 2019 all are invited to a celebration of Lynns life from 730pm at the Royal British Legion, 30 Poppyfields Dr, Mickleover, Derby DE3 9GB
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death yesterday, 26th June 2019, after a long illness, of ex C/Supt Lynn HARRIS QPM, aged 61 years.
Her funeral will be held at 1.10pm on Wednesday 10th July 2019 at The Chesterfield and District Crematorium, Chesterfield Road, Brimington, Chesterfield. S43 1AU. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu to the Brain Tumour Charity and Umbrella for disabled children, Derby and Derbyshire. Any enquiries to Stubbins and Hope Funeral Directors, Bolsover tel 01246 823355. Preferred dress code is shirts with bright ties for male guests and bright clothes for the ladies.
Following this Lynn's family would welcome family and friends for refreshments at the Woodman pub, Pattison St, Shuttlewood, Chesterfield S44 6QZ.
Later on the evening of Wednesday 10th July 2019 all are invited to a celebration of Lynns life from 730pm at the Royal British Legion, 30 Poppyfields Dr, Mickleover, Derby DE3 9GB
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 19th June 2019 of ex C/Insp John Leonard CHALKLEY, 76 years after a short illness. His next of kin is his wife, Iris Chalkley, who unfortunately is living with Dementia. So their son Ian Chalkley, is next of kin and has power of attorney. Their other son, Mark Chalkley lives and works in Norway. John retired in about 1987 whilst working at St,Mary’s Wharf PS, Derby.
His funeral will be held at 10.40am on Thursday 4th July 2019 in the large Chapel at Derby Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 19th June 2019 of ex C/Insp John Leonard CHALKLEY, 76 years after a short illness. His next of kin is his wife, Iris Chalkley, who unfortunately is living with Dementia. So their son Ian Chalkley, is next of kin and has power of attorney. Their other son, Mark Chalkley lives and works in Norway. John retired in about 1987 whilst working at St,Mary’s Wharf PS, Derby.
His funeral will be held at 10.40am on Thursday 4th July 2019 in the large Chapel at Derby Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
24/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death peacefully, today, Monday 24th June 2019 of ex PC 525 Sydney ‘Roy’ SCATTERGOOD, 84 years. His next of kin is his daughter Debbie Staley. Roy as he was always known retired in about 1984 having served at Spondon, Swadlincote and Road Traffic. Roy was also a Committee member of the Derbyshire Branch of the National Association of Retired Police Officers and was for a time the Treasurer.
His funeral will be held at 2.15pm on Thursday 25th July 2019 in the Caernarvon Chapel at Bretby Crematorium, Geary Lane, Burton on Trent DE15 0QE and afterwards at the Stanhope Arms, Ashby Road East, Burton-On-Trent DE15 0PU
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death peacefully, today, Monday 24th June 2019 of ex PC 525 Sydney ‘Roy’ SCATTERGOOD, 84 years. His next of kin is his daughter Debbie Staley. Roy as he was always known retired in about 1984 having served at Spondon, Swadlincote and Road Traffic. Roy was also a Committee member of the Derbyshire Branch of the National Association of Retired Police Officers and was for a time the Treasurer.
His funeral will be held at 2.15pm on Thursday 25th July 2019 in the Caernarvon Chapel at Bretby Crematorium, Geary Lane, Burton on Trent DE15 0QE and afterwards at the Stanhope Arms, Ashby Road East, Burton-On-Trent DE15 0PU
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
20/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death of Mrs Molly NAYLOR, 84 years; widow of Supt Thomas Watson Naylor. Molly passed away on the 14th June 2019 at home in Alfreton. Her next of kin is her daughter Judith Lumley.
Her funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 27th June 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick, DE55 1BH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death of Mrs Molly NAYLOR, 84 years; widow of Supt Thomas Watson Naylor. Molly passed away on the 14th June 2019 at home in Alfreton. Her next of kin is her daughter Judith Lumley.
Her funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 27th June 2019 at Amber Valley Memorial Park Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick, DE55 1BH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
19/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death of Monica STALEY, 91 years. Monica was a civilian cleaner at HQ for 20 years or more, retiring about 1993. She would have been known by many HQ officers.
Her funeral will be held at 10.00am on Tuesday 25th June 2019 at All Saints Church, Ripley.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death of Monica STALEY, 91 years. Monica was a civilian cleaner at HQ for 20 years or more, retiring about 1993. She would have been known by many HQ officers.
Her funeral will be held at 10.00am on Tuesday 25th June 2019 at All Saints Church, Ripley.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
04/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 29th May 2019 of ex PC 1115 Michael ‘Mick’ BURTON.
His funeral will be held at 10.10am on Monday 17th June 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium, Chesterfield.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 29th May 2019 of ex PC 1115 Michael ‘Mick’ BURTON.
His funeral will be held at 10.10am on Monday 17th June 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium, Chesterfield.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
04/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 23rd May 2019 of ex PC John William LENNEY. His next of kin is his daughter Helen.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm on Friday 14th June 2019 at Great Glen Crematorium, London Road, Leicester LE8 9DJ.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 23rd May 2019 of ex PC John William LENNEY. His next of kin is his daughter Helen.
His funeral will be held at 1.30pm on Friday 14th June 2019 at Great Glen Crematorium, London Road, Leicester LE8 9DJ.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
03/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Friday 1st June 2019 of ex Insp Leonard ‘Len’ SMITH. Len’s wife Sybil passed away in 2006. His next of kin is his daughter Mrs Margaret Durose.
Len retired in 1983 whilst working in the Decision Making Unit at Alfreton DHQ. He also served at Derby. He was Chairman of the Derbyshire Branch of the National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO) from 1985 until 2016 when he stepped down. During this period he was also on the National Executive Committee of NARPO for 13 years. He gave so much of his time to NARPO that when he retired as Chairman he was made Honorary President of the Branch. Len remained on the Committee until his passing and attended the May Luncheon on the 22nd May 2019 and he was still driving. Len would have reached 91 years of age on Monday 3rd June.
His funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Monday 17th June 2019 at St.Alkmund's Church, Duffield DE56 4BA; followed by interment at Duffield Cemetery, 43 Hazlewood Road, Duffield DE56 4DQ and afterwards at Horsley Lodge, Smalley Mill Road, Horsley DE21 5BL.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Friday 1st June 2019 of ex Insp Leonard ‘Len’ SMITH. Len’s wife Sybil passed away in 2006. His next of kin is his daughter Mrs Margaret Durose.
Len retired in 1983 whilst working in the Decision Making Unit at Alfreton DHQ. He also served at Derby. He was Chairman of the Derbyshire Branch of the National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO) from 1985 until 2016 when he stepped down. During this period he was also on the National Executive Committee of NARPO for 13 years. He gave so much of his time to NARPO that when he retired as Chairman he was made Honorary President of the Branch. Len remained on the Committee until his passing and attended the May Luncheon on the 22nd May 2019 and he was still driving. Len would have reached 91 years of age on Monday 3rd June.
His funeral will be held at 2.00pm on Monday 17th June 2019 at St.Alkmund's Church, Duffield DE56 4BA; followed by interment at Duffield Cemetery, 43 Hazlewood Road, Duffield DE56 4DQ and afterwards at Horsley Lodge, Smalley Mill Road, Horsley DE21 5BL.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
01/06/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death, following a routine knee operation of ex Police Officer Phillip TIPPER on the 15th March 2019. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Wendy McClean.
His funeral was held on the 26th March 2019.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death, following a routine knee operation of ex Police Officer Phillip TIPPER on the 15th March 2019. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Wendy McClean.
His funeral was held on the 26th March 2019.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
31/05/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 16th May, 2019 of ex PC Arthur GREATOREX.
His funeral will be held at 10.10am today, Friday 31st May 2019 at Brimington Crematorium, Chesterfield.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 16th May, 2019 of ex PC Arthur GREATOREX.
His funeral will be held at 10.10am today, Friday 31st May 2019 at Brimington Crematorium, Chesterfield.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
30/05/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 22nd May 2019 of ex C/Insp Dewi ROBERTS, 83 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Barbara Roberts. Dewi retired in 1985 having served at Glossop and Derby.
His funeral will be held at 11.45am on Monday 17th June 2019 at Bramcote Crematorium, Coventry Lane, Bramcote, Notts NG9 3GJ.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 22nd May 2019 of ex C/Insp Dewi ROBERTS, 83 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Barbara Roberts. Dewi retired in 1985 having served at Glossop and Derby.
His funeral will be held at 11.45am on Monday 17th June 2019 at Bramcote Crematorium, Coventry Lane, Bramcote, Notts NG9 3GJ.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
30/05/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 23rd May 2019 after a long illness of ex PC 777 Alan Frederick COLLIER, 75 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Lynette Collier. Alan retired on ill health in 1994 having served at Ripley and Derby.
His funeral will be held at 3.20pm on Friday 7th June 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 23rd May 2019 after a long illness of ex PC 777 Alan Frederick COLLIER, 75 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Lynette Collier. Alan retired on ill health in 1994 having served at Ripley and Derby.
His funeral will be held at 3.20pm on Friday 7th June 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
30/04/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Tuesday 23rd April 2019 of ex Sgt (716) Robert ‘Bob’ HALL, 65 years, at Ashgate Hospice peacefully, after a two year illness. His next of in is his wife Renate.
Funeral date not known.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Tuesday 23rd April 2019 of ex Sgt (716) Robert ‘Bob’ HALL, 65 years, at Ashgate Hospice peacefully, after a two year illness. His next of in is his wife Renate.
Funeral date not known.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
28/04/18 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the unexpected death on Friday 26th April 2019 of ex DCC Donald ‘Don’ Frederick DOVASTON OBE QPM, 79 years. His next of kin is his wife Carole Dovaston, he also leaves a son, Tony, and two granddaughters, Emma and Sarah, whom he adored.
Don joined the City of Liverpool Police, later incorporated into part of Merseyside, where he served with distinction mainly in the CID and Regional Crime Squad rising through the ranks. In 1985 he joined the Derbyshire Constabulary as Assistant Chief Constable, becoming Deputy Chief Consatable in 1997 until his retirement in 2000. On retirement he worked as a consultant with the Forensic Science Service. He will be remembered for his lead in the use of DNA, putting Derbyshire on the map. He was a dedicated committee member of the Derbyshire Branch of the National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO). He was also a 40 year member of the International Police Association (IPA) locally and an active member of the IPA Caravanning Section nationally. He enjoyed his Massey Ferguson tractor and his local tractor club, of which he was Chair. Lastly he will always be remembered for his love of a cup of coffee.
His funeral will be held at 2pm on Friday 17th May 2019 at Derby Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH followed by a ‘wake’ at The Farmhouse at Mackworth, The Folly Room, 60, Ashbourne Road, Mackworth, Derby DE22 4LY. Please use the Folly Car Park from 3.30pm.
No floral tributes and any donations to the RNLI and the Air Ambulance only.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the unexpected death on Friday 26th April 2019 of ex DCC Donald ‘Don’ Frederick DOVASTON OBE QPM, 79 years. His next of kin is his wife Carole Dovaston, he also leaves a son, Tony, and two granddaughters, Emma and Sarah, whom he adored.
Don joined the City of Liverpool Police, later incorporated into part of Merseyside, where he served with distinction mainly in the CID and Regional Crime Squad rising through the ranks. In 1985 he joined the Derbyshire Constabulary as Assistant Chief Constable, becoming Deputy Chief Consatable in 1997 until his retirement in 2000. On retirement he worked as a consultant with the Forensic Science Service. He will be remembered for his lead in the use of DNA, putting Derbyshire on the map. He was a dedicated committee member of the Derbyshire Branch of the National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO). He was also a 40 year member of the International Police Association (IPA) locally and an active member of the IPA Caravanning Section nationally. He enjoyed his Massey Ferguson tractor and his local tractor club, of which he was Chair. Lastly he will always be remembered for his love of a cup of coffee.
His funeral will be held at 2pm on Friday 17th May 2019 at Derby Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH followed by a ‘wake’ at The Farmhouse at Mackworth, The Folly Room, 60, Ashbourne Road, Mackworth, Derby DE22 4LY. Please use the Folly Car Park from 3.30pm.
No floral tributes and any donations to the RNLI and the Air Ambulance only.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/04/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Wednesday 17th April 2019 of ex DCC Norman Leonard CHAPPLE, 87 years. Norman served with the Derbyshire Constabulary from 1960’s to the mid 1970’s, before transferring to become the Commandant of the Lancashire Police Training School. Norman then became C/Supt at Southport, then ACC at South Wales until 1986 when he retired to become DCC of the Ministry of Defence Police until 1993. His next of kin is his wife, Mrs.Isabelle Pamela Chapple.
His funeral will be held at 1.45pm on Tuesday 7th May 2019 at St. John the Baptist Church, Smalley, Derbyshire DE7 6JX followed by Committal at 3.20pm at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Wednesday 17th April 2019 of ex DCC Norman Leonard CHAPPLE, 87 years. Norman served with the Derbyshire Constabulary from 1960’s to the mid 1970’s, before transferring to become the Commandant of the Lancashire Police Training School. Norman then became C/Supt at Southport, then ACC at South Wales until 1986 when he retired to become DCC of the Ministry of Defence Police until 1993. His next of kin is his wife, Mrs.Isabelle Pamela Chapple.
His funeral will be held at 1.45pm on Tuesday 7th May 2019 at St. John the Baptist Church, Smalley, Derbyshire DE7 6JX followed by Committal at 3.20pm at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
18/04/19 Obituary
You may already be aware of this but it has just come to my notice that ex PC Owen BARTON, 86 years, passed away last year on the 27th March 2018. Owen left his partner of 17 years, Mrs Beryl Needham. Owen retired in 1976. He was a Traffic Officer.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
You may already be aware of this but it has just come to my notice that ex PC Owen BARTON, 86 years, passed away last year on the 27th March 2018. Owen left his partner of 17 years, Mrs Beryl Needham. Owen retired in 1976. He was a Traffic Officer.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
05/04/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to report the death on Monday, 1st April, 2019 of ex Sgt Eric George NADEN 90 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Carole Ann Naden. Eric retired in 1984 whilst working at Full Street, Derby. He was a member of the old Derby Borough Force. His son Doug Naden retired last year from the Derbyshire Constabulary.
His funeral will be held at 11.20am on Friday 26th April 2019 at Derby Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to report the death on Monday, 1st April, 2019 of ex Sgt Eric George NADEN 90 years. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Carole Ann Naden. Eric retired in 1984 whilst working at Full Street, Derby. He was a member of the old Derby Borough Force. His son Doug Naden retired last year from the Derbyshire Constabulary.
His funeral will be held at 11.20am on Friday 26th April 2019 at Derby Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
05/04/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to report the death on the 27th March, 2019 of ex PC Geoff HOLLINGWORTH, 67 years after a 3 year battle with cancer. His next of kin is his wife Janet Hollingworth. Geoff retired in the last two years whilst working as an Instructor in the Driving School, where he worked for many years.
His funeral will be held at 3.00pm on Friday 12th April 2019 at Amber Valley Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH and afterwards at Shirland Golf Club, Pit Lane, Shirland, Alfreton DE55 6AU. Mourners are asked to wear something ‘Green’.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to report the death on the 27th March, 2019 of ex PC Geoff HOLLINGWORTH, 67 years after a 3 year battle with cancer. His next of kin is his wife Janet Hollingworth. Geoff retired in the last two years whilst working as an Instructor in the Driving School, where he worked for many years.
His funeral will be held at 3.00pm on Friday 12th April 2019 at Amber Valley Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick DE55 1BH and afterwards at Shirland Golf Club, Pit Lane, Shirland, Alfreton DE55 6AU. Mourners are asked to wear something ‘Green’.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
23/03/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death yesterday, Friday 22nd March 2019 of ex Insp Donald (Don) LAMBLEY MBE, 89 years after a long illness. His next of kin is his wife Claire Lambley. Don retired in 1989 on age, whilst in the Decision Making Unit at Buxton.
The family are having a private service at Swanwick crematorium. This will be followed by a Memorial service at 12.30pm on Tuesday 30th April 2019 at St Giles Church, Church Street, Matlock DE4 3BZ and afterwards at the Duke William pub, which is across the road from the Church, for refreshments, and everyone is welcome.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death yesterday, Friday 22nd March 2019 of ex Insp Donald (Don) LAMBLEY MBE, 89 years after a long illness. His next of kin is his wife Claire Lambley. Don retired in 1989 on age, whilst in the Decision Making Unit at Buxton.
The family are having a private service at Swanwick crematorium. This will be followed by a Memorial service at 12.30pm on Tuesday 30th April 2019 at St Giles Church, Church Street, Matlock DE4 3BZ and afterwards at the Duke William pub, which is across the road from the Church, for refreshments, and everyone is welcome.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
14/03/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Tuesday 12th March 2019 of ex Sgt Reginald Oliver KITCHENER, 90 years. Reg has been poorly since Christmas Eve, culminating in his passing on Tuesday. His next of kin is his son Mick Kitchener. Reg retired in about 1984 whilst serving as a Sergeant on Derby Traffic.
His funeral will be held at 11.20am on Thursday 28th March 2019 at the Main Chapel, Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH and afterwards at the Markeaton Hotel DE21 2TF.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Tuesday 12th March 2019 of ex Sgt Reginald Oliver KITCHENER, 90 years. Reg has been poorly since Christmas Eve, culminating in his passing on Tuesday. His next of kin is his son Mick Kitchener. Reg retired in about 1984 whilst serving as a Sergeant on Derby Traffic.
His funeral will be held at 11.20am on Thursday 28th March 2019 at the Main Chapel, Markeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby DE22 4NH and afterwards at the Markeaton Hotel DE21 2TF.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
03/03/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on 31st January 2019 of ex PC Maureen Elizabeth BURROW at the Royal Derby Hospital. Prior to retiring Maureen served at Long Eaton Police Station, working in the enquiry office.
Her funeral will be held at 2.30pm on Thursday 21st March 2019 at Trent Valley Crematorium, Derby Road, Aston-On-Trent, Derby DE72 2AF and afterwards at the Barge Inn, 177 Tamworth Rd, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 1DH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on 31st January 2019 of ex PC Maureen Elizabeth BURROW at the Royal Derby Hospital. Prior to retiring Maureen served at Long Eaton Police Station, working in the enquiry office.
Her funeral will be held at 2.30pm on Thursday 21st March 2019 at Trent Valley Crematorium, Derby Road, Aston-On-Trent, Derby DE72 2AF and afterwards at the Barge Inn, 177 Tamworth Rd, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 1DH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
28/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Monday 18th February 2019 of Mrs Barbara SMITH at Burton Close Care Home, Bakewell. Barbara was the widow of ex Sgt (88) Victor Smith. Barbara's next of kin is her daughter Karen Chell.
Her funeral will be held at 11.00am on Friday 15th March 2019 at Darley Dale Methodist Church, Dale Road North, Darley Dale, Matlock DE4 2FS.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Monday 18th February 2019 of Mrs Barbara SMITH at Burton Close Care Home, Bakewell. Barbara was the widow of ex Sgt (88) Victor Smith. Barbara's next of kin is her daughter Karen Chell.
Her funeral will be held at 11.00am on Friday 15th March 2019 at Darley Dale Methodist Church, Dale Road North, Darley Dale, Matlock DE4 2FS.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Saturday 23rd February 2019 of ex Sgt Elvey (Alf) WELLARD, 84 years, peacefully at St. Oswalds, Ashbourne. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Jean Wellard.
Alf retired on ill health in 1987 whilst a Sergeant at Ripley He had previously been a Detective Constable in Special Branch, St.Mary’s Gate, Derby.
His funeral will be held at 11.20am on Wednesday 13th March 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Saturday 23rd February 2019 of ex Sgt Elvey (Alf) WELLARD, 84 years, peacefully at St. Oswalds, Ashbourne. His next of kin is his wife Mrs Jean Wellard.
Alf retired on ill health in 1987 whilst a Sergeant at Ripley He had previously been a Detective Constable in Special Branch, St.Mary’s Gate, Derby.
His funeral will be held at 11.20am on Wednesday 13th March 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby DE22 4NH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
23/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 31st January 2019 of ex PC David John HEAMES, 78 years, at Sandiacre Care Home, Sandiacre where he had been for the past 5 years suffering from vascular dementia. His next of kin is his wife, Barbara Heames. David retired around 1991/1992, whilst serving at Peartree Police Station. Apparently he was well known for getting his photograph taken with players outside Derby County FC.
His funeral will be held at 11.45am on Friday 1st March 2019 at St.Joseph’s Church, Burton Road, Derby DE7 1TJ followed by interment at 1.00pm at Spondon Cemetery, Spondon DE21 7QH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 31st January 2019 of ex PC David John HEAMES, 78 years, at Sandiacre Care Home, Sandiacre where he had been for the past 5 years suffering from vascular dementia. His next of kin is his wife, Barbara Heames. David retired around 1991/1992, whilst serving at Peartree Police Station. Apparently he was well known for getting his photograph taken with players outside Derby County FC.
His funeral will be held at 11.45am on Friday 1st March 2019 at St.Joseph’s Church, Burton Road, Derby DE7 1TJ followed by interment at 1.00pm at Spondon Cemetery, Spondon DE21 7QH.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
23/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 31st January 2019 of ex PC Stuart David CLIFFORD.
His funeral will be held at 1.20pm on Monday 25th February 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 31st January 2019 of ex PC Stuart David CLIFFORD.
His funeral will be held at 1.20pm on Monday 25th February 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
19/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death yesterday, 18/02/19, of ex D/Sgt Carol HOCKENHULL nee Wood, 73 years, peacefully at the Branksome Nursing Home, Buxton, after suffering a stroke in November. Her next of kin is her husband, Clive Hockenhull. Carol retired in about 1997 whilst serving with the Child Protection Unit, Buxton.
Her funeral will be held at 12.30pm on Wednesday 6th March 2019 at St. Peters C of E Church, North Road, Fairfield, Buxton SK17 7EA.
Afterwards the family will go to the Crematorium at Macclesfield arriving back at the Lee Wood Hotel, The Park, Buxton SK17 TQ at 2.45pm.
In between the Funeral Service and the family arriving back at Lee Wood Hotel, mourners are invited to the Hotel where tea and coffee will be served.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death yesterday, 18/02/19, of ex D/Sgt Carol HOCKENHULL nee Wood, 73 years, peacefully at the Branksome Nursing Home, Buxton, after suffering a stroke in November. Her next of kin is her husband, Clive Hockenhull. Carol retired in about 1997 whilst serving with the Child Protection Unit, Buxton.
Her funeral will be held at 12.30pm on Wednesday 6th March 2019 at St. Peters C of E Church, North Road, Fairfield, Buxton SK17 7EA.
Afterwards the family will go to the Crematorium at Macclesfield arriving back at the Lee Wood Hotel, The Park, Buxton SK17 TQ at 2.45pm.
In between the Funeral Service and the family arriving back at Lee Wood Hotel, mourners are invited to the Hotel where tea and coffee will be served.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
20/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Saturday 16th February 2019, after a long illness of ex PC Roy NEWBURY, 76 years. His next of kin is his wife Georgina (Gina) Newbury. Roy retired in 1990 on ill health whilst serving at Ashbourne. He had previously served on Derby Traffic.
His funeral will be held at 12.00 noon on Monday 4th March 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby DE22 4NH and afterwards at The Royal Oak, Mayfield Road, Mayfield DE6 2BN.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Saturday 16th February 2019, after a long illness of ex PC Roy NEWBURY, 76 years. His next of kin is his wife Georgina (Gina) Newbury. Roy retired in 1990 on ill health whilst serving at Ashbourne. He had previously served on Derby Traffic.
His funeral will be held at 12.00 noon on Monday 4th March 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby DE22 4NH and afterwards at The Royal Oak, Mayfield Road, Mayfield DE6 2BN.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
19/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Sunday 10th February 2019 of ex Superintendent Peter JAMES, 83 years. His next of kin is his wife Sallie James. Peter retired around 1988 serving mainly in B Divisional area.
His funeral will be held at 3.20pm on Tuesday 19th March 2019 at Macclesfield Crematorium, 87 Prestbury Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BU.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Sunday 10th February 2019 of ex Superintendent Peter JAMES, 83 years. His next of kin is his wife Sallie James. Peter retired around 1988 serving mainly in B Divisional area.
His funeral will be held at 3.20pm on Tuesday 19th March 2019 at Macclesfield Crematorium, 87 Prestbury Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BU.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
09/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd February 2019 of ex PC Kenneth CLAMP. His next of kin is his wife, Mrs Doris May Clamp. Jeff retired in about 1984 when he was stationed at Swadlincote.
His funeral will be held at 12.45pm on Wednesday 20th February 2019 at Bretby Crematorium, Geary Lane, Bretby, Burton on Trent DE15 0QE.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd February 2019 of ex PC Kenneth CLAMP. His next of kin is his wife, Mrs Doris May Clamp. Jeff retired in about 1984 when he was stationed at Swadlincote.
His funeral will be held at 12.45pm on Wednesday 20th February 2019 at Bretby Crematorium, Geary Lane, Bretby, Burton on Trent DE15 0QE.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
06/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 3rd February 2019 of ex Sgt Derek BAKER, 80 yrs, after a short illness. His next of kin is his wife Stella Baker. Derek retired in 1989 whilst he was Sergeant on the Motorway Section.
His funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Monday 18th February 2019 at Amber Valley Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 3rd February 2019 of ex Sgt Derek BAKER, 80 yrs, after a short illness. His next of kin is his wife Stella Baker. Derek retired in 1989 whilst he was Sergeant on the Motorway Section.
His funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Monday 18th February 2019 at Amber Valley Crematorium, Derby Road, Swanwick.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
02/02/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 24th January, 2019 of Mrs Jean HOWE, 91 years, widow of PC William Howe (Rtd 1975). Her next of kin is her son Neil Howe.
Her funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Monday 4th February 2019 at St. Peter's Church, High Street, Stonebroom.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 24th January, 2019 of Mrs Jean HOWE, 91 years, widow of PC William Howe (Rtd 1975). Her next of kin is her son Neil Howe.
Her funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Monday 4th February 2019 at St. Peter's Church, High Street, Stonebroom.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/01/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death recently of Mrs Dorothy FINNEY, widow of PC Derek Finney. Her next of kin is her son Paul Finney.
Her funeral will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 30th January 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death recently of Mrs Dorothy FINNEY, widow of PC Derek Finney. Her next of kin is her son Paul Finney.
Her funeral will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 30th January 2019 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
17/01/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death today (17th January 2019) after a long illness of ex Sgt John Brian SLACK, 78 years. His next of kin is his wife Joyce Slack. Brian as he was always known, served as a D/Sgt at Chesterfield Police Station and the Crime Squad He retired in about 1990 when he became the Enquiry Clerk at Bakewell Police Station for 13 years.
His funeral will be held at 12.00 noon on Friday 8th February 2019 at Bakewell Parish Church, South Church Street, Bakewell DE45 1FD followed by interment at Bakewell Cemetery, Yeld Road, Bakewell DE45 1FJ. Everyone is invited to join the family at The Manners, Haddon Road, Bakewell DE45 1EP.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death today (17th January 2019) after a long illness of ex Sgt John Brian SLACK, 78 years. His next of kin is his wife Joyce Slack. Brian as he was always known, served as a D/Sgt at Chesterfield Police Station and the Crime Squad He retired in about 1990 when he became the Enquiry Clerk at Bakewell Police Station for 13 years.
His funeral will be held at 12.00 noon on Friday 8th February 2019 at Bakewell Parish Church, South Church Street, Bakewell DE45 1FD followed by interment at Bakewell Cemetery, Yeld Road, Bakewell DE45 1FJ. Everyone is invited to join the family at The Manners, Haddon Road, Bakewell DE45 1EP.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
05/01/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd January, 2019 of ex Sgt Graham RASON, 83 years. His next of kin is his wife Julia Rason. Graham retired in 1984 as Station Sergeant at Chesterfield PS. Before that he was D/Sgt on the Sheffield Crime Squad based at Renishaw.
His funeral will be held at 12.50pm on Tuesday 22nd January 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium, Chesterfield Road, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1AU.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 2nd January, 2019 of ex Sgt Graham RASON, 83 years. His next of kin is his wife Julia Rason. Graham retired in 1984 as Station Sergeant at Chesterfield PS. Before that he was D/Sgt on the Sheffield Crime Squad based at Renishaw.
His funeral will be held at 12.50pm on Tuesday 22nd January 2019 at Chesterfield Crematorium, Chesterfield Road, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1AU.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
02/01/19 Obituary
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Thursday 27th December 2018 of ex Detective Constable William Henry ‘Harry’ ROSE, 79 years. His next of kin, (his wife pre-deceased him 15 years ago), are his sons David and John Rose. Harry as he was known retired in 1991 having served as a Detective Constable in the Matlock area.
His funeral will be held at 2.10pm on Wednesday 16th January 2019 at The Crematorium, Chesterfield Road, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1AU. (Family flowers only please and donations to Care of Dogs). Then afterwards at the Duke of Wellington Inn, Chesterfield Road, Matlock DE4 3GX.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Thursday 27th December 2018 of ex Detective Constable William Henry ‘Harry’ ROSE, 79 years. His next of kin, (his wife pre-deceased him 15 years ago), are his sons David and John Rose. Harry as he was known retired in 1991 having served as a Detective Constable in the Matlock area.
His funeral will be held at 2.10pm on Wednesday 16th January 2019 at The Crematorium, Chesterfield Road, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1AU. (Family flowers only please and donations to Care of Dogs). Then afterwards at the Duke of Wellington Inn, Chesterfield Road, Matlock DE4 3GX.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)