A Leicestershire career is among the lost loved ones commemorated in this week’s Leicester Mercury death notices. Elizabeth Cobbe, is one of 21 people fondly remembered by family and friends.
This week’s tributes honour those who have recently passed away, as well as those lost in previous weeks and months. Among them is 81-year-old Susan Hall, who was described as a "beloved and devoted partner".
Tributes have also been paid to Roger Duncan, who died aged 78. The tributes below are listed in alphabetical order.
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Beloved only brother to the late Julia Hatfield, brother in-law to Hugh Roger, cherished uncle to Barney and Nancy, and a much-loved member of Fleckney Baptist Church. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 20th May 2025, aged 80 years. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends, but his kindness, faith, and unwavering dedication to his loved ones and community will forever be remembered. David's funeral service will be held at Fleckney Baptist Church on Wednesday 18th June at 1.30pm followed by a private committal. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are to Blood Cancer UK https://david-hamilton-baldwin.muchloved.com/ c/o AJ Adkinson and son, 12 London Rd, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 4DG, TEL: 0116 2712340
Passed away at Leicester Royal Infirmary on Friday 16th May 2025 Aged 91 years Alan's Funeral service will take place at Gilroes Crematorium on Monday 16th June at 10.30am. Family flowers only by request. Donations can be made on the day to Air Ambulance. Further Enquiries to Abbeyoak Funeral Services 10-12 Buckminster Road Leicester LE3 9AR Tel- 0116 2515639
(Liz) of Lutterworth, formerly Walcote, sadly passed away on 28th May 2025. Liz was a beautiful wife who worked throughout her career to improve the lives of vulnerable and/or disabled children. She was a very generous and creative wife, mother, step-mother and grandmother who brought so much joy to us all. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Thursday 19th June at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Action for Children may be made online at www.jstampandsons.co.uk or sent to J. Stamp & Sons, Funeral Directors of Market Harborough. Tel 01858 462524.
(Moore) Announcing the passing of Christina Court, beloved wife of Michael (deceased) on 22 May 2025. She was a loving mother and best friend to her daughter Sharon; her sisters Janet and Jaqueline; and granddaughter Michaela. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her, especially her brothers and sisters in law; son in law; nieces and nephews; and her friends and neighbours. Her funeral is on 11 June 2025 at Great Glen Crematorium. If you wish to send flowers please send to M.D. Lowe & Sons Funeral Services.
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday 17th May 2025, aged 78. Beloved Husband to Irene. Sister to Tina, Uncle to Jody, Ross, Alison and Great Uncle to Ebony, Mia, Sam, Joey and Flynn. He was a friend to many and will be missed by all who knew him. Roger's service will take place at St Michael's and All Angels Church, Cosby on Tuesday 17th June at 1pm. Followed by a committal at South Leicester Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made in lieu to The Rob Burrow's Centre for Motor Neuron Disease and can be sent c/o Richard Ward Funeral Services LTD 2b Cross Street, Enderby, Leicester. LE19 4NJ Tel: 0116 2866858 enderby@rwfs.co.uk www.rwfs.co.uk
Passed away on 16th May 2025, aged 87 years. Loyal loving husband & best friend of Ann. Wonderful caring dad of Stuart and the late Philip. Dearest father-in-law of Katie. Proud and much loved grandpa of Harry and Evie. Respected and loved by the wider family circle and many friends. George will be greatly missed by us all. George's funeral service will take place at 11:00am on Monday 16th June 2025 at All Saints Church, Newtown Linford. Family flowers only, donations if desired for the British Heart Foundation may be made online at www.ansteyfunerals.com or sent to Anstey & District Funeral Service Talbott House, Leicester Road, Anstey, Leicester, LE7 7AT 0116 2340548
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 24th May aged 75 years. Beloved husband of Christina & loving Dad to Jennifer & William. Also Grandpa to Jack, Freya, Lucas, Freddy & Isabella. David will be dearly missed by Sammy, Dave, Myke, Marylou & all who knew him. David's service will take place at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 19th June at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are to Myaware. c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG Tel: 0116 2712340 or online https://david-howel-evans.muchloved.com/
Passed peacefully away on 1st June 2025 aged 85 years. Devoted dad to Adrian, Karen and Julie. Loving grandad and big grandad to all his treasured grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral service to take place at Gilroes Crematorium on Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 10.00am. Family flowers only please by request but donations if so desired to Everdale Grange Care Home. Further enquiries and donations to Lee Cooper Independent Funeral Director, The Old Courthouse, Belvoir Road, Coalville, Leicestershire. LE67 3PN. (01530) 814 999.
In Loving Memory of Susan Hall 26th October 1943 - 1st June 2025 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Susan Hall, who left us peacefully on the 1st of June, 2025, at the age of 81. Susan was a beloved and devoted partner to Eric, with whom she shared many cherished years filled with love, laughter, and companionship. She was a caring cousin to Shirley, a thoughtful sister-in-law to Mick, and a proud and loving aunt to Marty and Alistair. Susan will be remembered for her warmth, her strength, and the kindness she extended to everyone around her. Her presence brought comfort and joy to those who knew her, and her memory will live on in our hearts. A private service will be held to celebrate Susan's life at Gilroes Cemetery on 25th June at 10:30, followed by a burial at 11:15. She will be deeply missed and forever loved. All enquiries c/o Paul Pender & Son, Independent Funeral Directors, The Shakespeare, 226 Braunstone Lane, Leicester, LE3 3AS. Tel: 0116 2896608
21st January 1972 - 28th May 2025 Dene leaves behind his beloved Daughter Demi & Partner Denni, Father Barrie, Sister Lisa, husband Richard, Nieces Rhian & Maisie & Nephew Morgan and wife Laura. Dene passed away at Leicester Royal Infirmary after a hard fought battle with Cancer We will miss you til we meet again. The funeral will be held at Loughborough Crematorium on the 18th June 2025 @ 2pm. Bright Clothing to be worn and Family Flowers Only. Donations can be made to Oesophogeal Patient Association 'Bye Mate'
of Hensons Hardware, Groby Passed away on 8th May 2025, at Glenfield Hospital, aged 93 years. John's funeral service will take place at 12noon on Monday 23rd June 2025 at St Philip & St James Church, Groby followed by interment in Kirby Muxloe Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired for LOROS Anstey & District Funeral Service, Talbott House, Leicester Road, Anstey, Leicester, LE7 7AT. 0116 2340548
2/10/1943 - 13/05/2025 Aged 81 Sadly passed away on Tuesday 13th May 2025 at Cooper House Care Home Pasley Road Eyres Monsell. Graham is survived by his eldest son Justin and his wife of 54 years Geraldine, who was by his side when he passed. Graham is reunited with his son Christian who passed in 2021. Rest in Peace Graham, You so deserve to after all you have been through. Goodnight and God Bless Graham's Celebration of Life will take place on Tuesday 17th June at 10.00am at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe followed by interment at Wigston Cemetery at 11.00 am. Family flowers only please Donations may be made to 'Cats Protection' should you desire. ( at the Crematorium, online at www.cats.org.uk quoting 'in memory of Graham Hopes' or sent directly to the Funeral Directors - Paul Pender & Son, The Shakespeare, Braunstone Lane, Braunstone Town, Leicester LE3 3AS
(Wilford) It is with deep sorrow that the family of Joan Howat, 91, of Oadby, announces her passing on May 29th 2025. Dearly loved by her husband Thomas (now deceased) children David, Steven and Joanne and grandchildren Ellen, Lorna and John.
(Jim) Passed away peacefully at Royal Stoke University Hospital on 1st June 2025. Jim aged 90 years of Talke, Staffs and formerly Rothley, Leics. Beloved Husband of Hazel, Father to Laurence and Grandad to Mia and Harry. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Macular Society. Funeral service to be held at Loughborough Crematorium on Friday 13th June 2025 at 1:15pm. All enquiries to Williams & Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40 Congleton Road, Sandbach CW11 1HJ Tel 01270 750852
Passed peacefully away on 29th May 2025 aged 90 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Stan, much loved mum and nanna. Funeral service to take place at St Laurence Church, Measham on Monday 23rd June 2025 at 9.45am followed by interment at Measham Cemetery. Family flowers only please by request but donations if so desired to African Pastors fund. Further enquiries and donations to Lee Cooper Independent Funeral Director, The Old Courthouse, Belvoir Road, Coalville, Leicestershire. LE67 3PN. (01530) 814 999.
Passed peacefully away at home on 29th May 2025 aged 78 years. Much loved Mum to Sharron, Mark and Vicky and loving Nanna to Samantha, Hannah and Liam. Funeral service to take place at Loughborough Crematorium on Monday 23rd June 2025 at 1:15pm. All flowers welcome or donations if so desired to LOROS. Further enquiries and donations to Lee Cooper Independent Funeral Director, The Old Courthouse, Belvoir Road, Coalville, Leicestershire. LE67 3PN. (01530) 814 999.
Beloved husband of Wendie, much loved father to Julie and Rachel. Former Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at the Leicester General Hospital. Passed away peacefully on Saturday 31st May 2025 aged 89 years. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. Private family service. Donations in memory of Graham may be made to Cancer Research UK https://graham-munro-smith.muchloved.com/ c/o A.J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG
Passed away on Thursday 1st May 2025 Aged 73 Years Roman's funeral service will take place at Gilroes Chapel Groby Road Leicester on Friday 20th June at 1:00pm followed by interment at 1:45pm All flowers and further enquiries to Central Coop Funeral 511 Welford Road Leicester LE2 6BN Tel 0116 2703111
Passed away peacefully at LOROS Friday 23rd May 2025 aged 93 years. Much loved Wife of Stan, Mother to Linda & Lesley, Grandmother to Sarah, Great-Grandmother to Annabelle & Austin. Jean's Funeral Service will take place at All Souls Chapel Loughborough Crematorium on Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 12.30pm. Flowers & donations are welcomed to LOROS via G E Gamble & Sons Website https://www.gamblefunerals.co.uk/obituaries/. Further enquiries c/o G E Gamble & Sons, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 57 High Street, Syston, Leicester, LE7 1GQ, Tel: 0116 2607500
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 aged 94 year Doris was a much loved and admired Aunt and Great Aunt. Owner of Doris' hairdressers Marfitt Street Leicester for 35 years. She will be remembered for her grace and charm. Rest in peace Aunt with your beloved husband Sam. Doris's Funeral Service will be held at Gilroes Crematorium on Tuesday 17th June at 11.00am. Further Enquiries to Abbeyoak Funeral Services 10-12, Buckminster Road Leicester LE3 9AR Tel- 0116 2515639.
Wife to the late Graham, mum to Helen and Philip, mother-in-law to Ian and Kathryn, grandmother to Edward, Grace Niamh and Madeleine. Passed away on Tuesday 20th May 2025 aged 87 years. Will be missed by all that knew her. Funeral Service at Leicester Cathedral, Peacock Lane, LE1 5PZ on Wednesday 25th June at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to be made to Devonshire Court, Leicester - amenity account for all resident activities, entertainment and trips c/o A. J. Adkinson and Son Funeral Directors 12 London Road Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5DG. Tel 01162712340 or online dorothy-may-wright.muchloved.com
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