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Tributes have been paid to the Rev Martyn Westby and Joyce Crimlis(Image: funeral-notices.co.uk)
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Here are a selection of notices published this week, beginning with death notices. These tributes have all appeared in the pages of the Hull Daily Mail.
Death Notices
(nee Crouch) Passed away in Hull Royal Infirmary on Tuesday 6th January 2026 aged 87 years Dearly loved wife of the late Tom Billany, Much loved mum, Nanna, Great Nanna & Great, Great Nanna will be sadly missed and forever loved. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 5th February at All Saints Church, Roos followed by a private interment in the churchyard Donations in memory of Eileen for Dove House Hospice & All Saints Church funds would be kindly appreciated and may be left after the service. Resting in the care of C Fewster & Son Ltd, Rest Rooms, Church Lane, Patrington
(Nee Hart) Passed away January 1st 2026 A very dear sister to Val, in-law John, a treasured aunty to Steve, Gill, Mike and families. Special memories of great times.
of Connor & Graham Coaches and East Yorkshire Motor Services. Sadly passed away on 14th January 2026 aged 81 Years. Beloved Dad of Steve, Debbie and Sam. Much loved Grandad, Great Grandad and Brother. A service to celebrate Alan’s life will take place at Chanterlands Crematorium (small chapel) on Wednesday 4th February at 2:00pm All Enquires to H Kemp & Son Ltd Cottingham (01482 844695)
Passed away on Monday 29th December 2025, aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jean, father to David and Pauline, daughter-in-law Fiona, grandfather to Christopher, Matthew, Michael, Claire and Graham, great grandfather to Jake, Luke, Ebony, Maisie and Emily. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 28th January, 10.30am at Chanterlands Crematorium, Hull (Large Chapel) Family flowers only please but donations would be greatly appreciated after the service and will be for Alzheimer’s Society. Resting in the care of C Fewster & Son Ltd, Rest Rooms, Church Lane, Patrington, 01964 630228.
(Nee Bowers) Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at Dove House Hospice on 13th January, aged 75, after a brave battle with a long illness. Devoted wife of 56 years to Stan, dearly loved mam to Richard and Paul, and in-laws Vikki and Bev, loving grandma to Izzie, Millie, Robyn and Rosie. A service to celebrate Lou’s life will take place at Chanterlands Crematorium (large chapel) on Friday 30th January 3.30pm Dress casual. Family flowers only. Donations to Dove House may be given after the service. Resting at Hortons Funeral Directors. 557-563 Spring Bank West. Viewing by appointment only
(Marston) It is with great sadness that Sheila’s family announce her passing on 5th Feb at Cloverleaf carehome in Lincoln, age 86. She was formerly at Leatt Close and Bradstowe lodge, Broadstairs. A much-loved Mum and Grandma, she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. The funeral service will be at 2pm on Friday 13th February at Lincoln Crematorium.
Bernard Passed away peacefully on January 5th, Aged 91. Bernard was a proud fisherman, who will be sadly missed, by his wife, Jean. A much-loved Dad of Lynn & Paula. Brother to Eddie & Ann. Adored Grandad of Jodie, Brooke & Georgia. A treasured Great Grandad of Chael & Jaxon & father-in-law of Paul. Now safely anchored and reunited with his loved ones, He will be dearly missed by all that loved him. All are welcome to the funeral service which will be held on Monday 26th January at Chanterlands Avenue Crematorium (Large Chapel) at 11:30am. Bernard’s family would be honoured to welcome everyone back to The Haworth on Beverley Road to continue the celebration of Bernard’s life. A heartfelt thank-you to the devoted and caring team at Rose Villa Care Home who provided Bernard with a remarkably, happy, 2 years of exceptional care.
Peacefully at home on 21st January, Hazel aged 90 years. Much loved Wife of the late John. The most wonderful and loving Mum and Grandma to son Ian, daughter Elaine and grandchildren Gavin, Callum, Kaleigh, Kenny, Seb and Bells. Hazel will also be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Service and Cremation takes place in the Chapel of St Bede, Teesside Crematorium on Monday 9th February at 2:00pm. Would friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu if so desired to Alzheimer’s Society. Donations can be made and memories of Hazel can be shared by visiting Hazel’s online tribute page by using the following link, https://hazelcompston.muchloved.com/ a collection will also be available at the Crematorium. All enquiries to David Knowles Funeral Service, 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe, Yarm. Tel: 01642 929090.
(Nee Oxtoby) Passed away peacefully on 28th December 2025, aged 92 years. Wife of the late David (reunited), a devoted Mum to Robert and Carol, Grandma of Clare, Matthew, Harriet and Hamish, Great Grandma to George. Sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Friday 6th February, 11.30am at Haltemprice crematorium, Willerby. No flowers please at Joyce’s request but donations for Gilberdyke Health Centre Patients Equipment Fund may be left at the service. Resting at Hortons Funeral Services The Old Police Box Newport Road North Cave HU15 2NY Tel. 01430 423031
Passed away peacefully at Churchill House. Aged 79. Funeral service to be held on January 27th Chanterlands Crematorium 12 noon. Now resting at A.Shepherd & Sons 365 Holderness Road 01482 329327
Peacefully at home on January 16th, Mark aged 56 years. Dear dad of Jessica, dearly loved brother of Julie, Peter, Karen, John, Gary, Diane and Kelly, and also a much loved brother-in-law, uncle and grandad who shall be deeply and sorely missed. NOW REUNITED WITH HIS DEVOTED MAM & DAD. Service and cremation to take place on Friday February 6th in the Chapel of St Bede, Teesside Crematorium at 11.00am. Would friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. No flowers please by request. Donations in lieu if so desired to MacMillan Cancer Support. A collection box shall be available after the service. Enquiries to Irene Jessop Funeral Service, Luke House, 81-83 Lanehouse Road, Thornaby. Tel : 01642 601736.
Deepest sympathy to Linda and Family. A great friend who will be sadly missed. The best wheeler and dealer. Great memories of you Winnie. Rest in peace. Charlie, Pat and Family.
Peacefully on the 3rd January 2026 aged 81 years. Loving Partner of Janet. Much loved Dad of Jane, Andrew, Catherine, in-laws Ian and Julie. Proud Grandad of Henry and Harris. Sadly missed by all his extended Dennett family. A private family service will take place. Resting at John Parkin & Son, 3 Saltshouse Road. Tel. 376104.
(Gwen) Sadly passed away at Bluebell Residential Home, Hessle, Saturday 17th January aged 96 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Maurice. Loving mother to Brian, and the late Christine and Janet. Grandmother and great grandmother. A service for Gwendoline will be held at the Toll Gavel Church, Beverley, Wednesday 4th February at 12.30pm followed by cremation at the Haltemprice Crematorium, Willerby. Family flowers only please but any donations, if so desired, may be given as you leave the service for the British Heart Foundation and Breast Cancer Support. All enquiries to – F. Stephenson & Son Beverley Tel:- 01482 881367
Passed away suddenly but peacefully on 9th January 2026, aged 88. Reunited with beloved husband Arthur. Dearly loved mum, grandma and great grandma. Funeral service at St Augustine’s Church, Skirlaugh on Wednesday 4th February at 10.30am, followed by burial in the cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations may be left at the church for Dove House Hospice. Enquiries to CM Allott & Son Ltd, Hornsea and District Independent Funeral Directors, Tel; 01964 534689.
Ian passed away suddenly on the 1st January 2026 aged 81, followed by his beloved wife Jackie on the 7th January, aged 80. Dearly loved Mum and Dad to Kim and Victoria, Grandma and Grandfather to Miles, Farrell, Blake and Thea. Their lives will be celebrated at 12:30 Monday 2nd February 2026 at Haltemprice Crematorium, Willerby. Family flowers only please however if desired donations to the family’s chosen charities. All enquiries: Coop Funeralcare 228 Boothferry Road Hull Tel: 01482 504888
Brother and sister-in-law of the late Jeanie, in-laws of John, uncle and auntie of John, Tina and Alex, Jackie, Jim and Jeff. Rest in peace. Together forever. x x
(Nee England) Margaret Jackson (née England) passed away on 2nd January 2026 at the age of 90. She was a doting mother, grandmother and great grandmother and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Margaret was exceptionally loving, kind and generous and also funny with a sharp wit. She is now reunited with her late husband Bill and son Nick. ‘Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.’ All are welcome to celebrate Margaret’s life at 11am on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at Chanterlands Avenue Crematorium. Donations will be accepted for the following charities; Sight Savers, Marie Curie & the Motor Neurone Disease Association. From thereafter the celebration will continue at the Nags Head in Preston.
Vivienne Kemp passed away peacefully on 31st December 2025 at Newcastle RVI Hospital aged 88. Loved Mam to Paul, Ian and Phillip and cherished Grandma. A celebration of Vivienne’s life will be held in Cottingham early February following her funeral in Newcastle. Memorial donations in Vivienne’s name can be made to “Young lives vs Cancer” at www.justgiving.com
Peter sadly passed away at home on Saturday 10th January 2026 age 82 years. Reunited with his Beloved late Wife Denise of 54 years. Much loved Dad to Claire and In-Law Philip. Devoted and Loving Grandad to Emily, Lucy and Amy. A Beloved Brother. Cherished friend to many. Will be loved always and will be forever in our hearts. XXX Service shall be held at Chanterlands Crematorium small chapel on Monday 2nd February at 10am. Family flowers only please but if so desired donations may be left after the service in Peter’s memory for the local Alzheimer’s Society Group Enquiries to A Shepherd & Sons 424 Hessle Road Hull HU3 3SE Tel 01482 320371
(JO) of Willerby and formerly of Barton Mill, Suffolk passed away on 26th December 2025. Aged 81 years. Beloved wife of John. Sadly missed by her in laws, nephews and nieces. Funeral service at The Haltemprice Crematorium, Willerby on Tuesday 3rd February at 2.30pm. No flowers please. Donations if desired for The British Heart Foundation may be given at the service.
On 12th January 2026 suddenly in hospital. Beloved wife of the late Neville and much loved Mum of Andrew and David. She will be very sadly missed by all of her family and friends. A service to celebrate Joyce’s life will be held at 12.30 pm on Wednesday 4th February 2026 at the Haltemprice Crematorium, Willerby. Family flowers only please. Any enquiries to Rudstons of Hessle Funeral Directors, The Chevin, Beverley Road, Hessle, HU13 9AD. Tel 01482 649065.
(nee Gerberich) Formerly of Hedon, passed away peacefully on 13th January 2026 aged 102 years. Loving wife of the late John. Helga’s funeral will take place near Nottingham – for further information please go to www.gillotts.co.uk/obituaries/helganutter or contact Gillotts Funeral Directors on 01773 713484.
Passed away peacefully on the 15th January 2026 aged 81 years. Reunited with his loving Son J.J. Much loved Husband of Judy. A dearly loved Dad, Grandad and Friend. Funeral service and interment to take place on Thursday 19th February at the Eastern Cemetery 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for British Heart Foundation, collection plate at the service. By family request bright clothing would be preferred. Resting at John Parkin & Son, 3 Saltshouse Road. Tel. 376104.
Sadly passed away on 12th January 2026. At home in her mum’s arms, with family around her, aged 35 years. Cara was an only child to Paul and Lynn. She leaves behind longtime partner and soul mate Ashley, five beautiful children, Maia-Joy, Cody, Zak, Macy-Lou and stepson Jamie. The family are heartbroken at the loss of Cara. She is irreplaceable to us all. Her smile and blue eyes lit every room. All her family and friends will miss her dearly and forever hold her memory in their hearts. Funeral service to be held on Friday 6th February 2026, 1.30pm at Haltemprice Crematorium, Willerby. The family are happy for all to attend, Cara’s wish would be “dress not to impress, be yourself”. Cara is been cared for at: Jones Funeral Directors 148 County Road South, Hull Tel: 01482 504501 www.jonesfunerals.co.uk
Brenda Russell passed away on 27th December 2025 aged 78 years. Loving Wife to Eric. Much loved Mum to Derek, Andrew, Shaun, Karl and Jamie. Dearly loved Grandma. Reunited with Grandson Liam and Brothers Brian and Kevin and also Daughter-In-law Val. Sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Friday 6th February 2026 at Lelley Fields Crematorium 11.30am (Oak Hall). Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Children’s Ward, collection plate at service. Resting at John Parkin & Son, 3 Saltshouse Road. Tel. 376104.
Passed away peacefully at home, with family by her side on 13 January 2026, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of Brian, loving mum to Stephen, Claire and Erica, loving in law to Mary and Neil. Devoted Grandma to Kirstie, Ellery, Nathan, Hannah. Great grandma to Oisin. We miss you so much already, a wonderful life well lived and well loved. Funeral Service to be held on Monday 2 February at 12.30, Chanterlands Crematorium, Large Chapel. No flowers please, however donations may be left at the service to Macmillan Cancer Support. Everyone is welcome afterwards at the Beech Tree, Kirkella. Enquiries to M. Garton & Son, 546 Anlaby Road. Tel. 352199 www.mgarton.co.uk
(Madge) Passed away peacefully on Friday 9th January 2026, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken. Much loved mum of Mandy, Sharon, Richard and in laws Laurence, Steve and Julie. Madge was a proud and loving Grandma and Great Grandma. Madge will be so very sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to celebrate Madge’s life will be held on Friday 6th February at 1.30pm in the large chapel Chanterlands Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations would be gratefully received for ‘Jenny’s Cat House’. All enquiries: Coop Funeralcare 228 Boothferry Road Hull Tel: 01482 504888
Passed away peacefully in Hull Royal Infirmary on 18th January 2026 aged 92 years. Beloved Husband of the late Sylvia. Dearly loved Dad to Pete and Diane, and Daughter In-law Diana. Loving Grandad to Christopher, Emma, Matthew, David and In-laws Simon and Kerry. Great Grandad to Noah. Service to be held in the Small Chapel Chanterlands Crematorium on Tuesday, 10th February at 12 noon. No flowers by request please.
of Halsham passed away peacefully at Albemarle Residential Home, Hedon on Wednesday 7th January 2026, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Brenda, much loved dad of Tommy, Dean, Glenn and Yvette, special grandad to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral service to take place Tuesday 27th January, 1:00pm at All Saints Church, Halsham, followed by interment in the churchyard. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Tom for All Saints Church Funds would be kindly appreciated and may be left at the service. Resting C Fewster & Son Ltd, Rest Rooms, Church Lane, Patrington.
(Mike) Passed away peacefully on 16th December 2025 at Harrison Park. Dear Dad to Russell and Ian he will be sadly missed by all that knew him. Funeral service to take place at 11am on Tuesday 27th January in the small chapel of Chanterlands Avenue Crematorium. Enquiries to: J. Ribbons Funeral Services Tel: 01482 804910
On January 16th 2026 peacefully surrounded by his family aged 77 years of Flamborough and formerly of Huddersfield. Dearly loved husband of Teresa, also a loving and much loved dad, father-in-law, grandad, brother-in-law and a good friend to many. Service at The East Riding Crematorium Octon on Friday January 30th at 15.30. Donations in his memory for The Make A Wish Foundation may be left at the service, mourners please wear a splash of colour. All enquiries to Ernest Brigham and F Kneeshaw and Sons 51 St John Street Bridlington, YO16 7NN 01262 675124.
Peacefully on 21st December 2025 aged 78 years. Beloved wife of John. Mum of Alex and Rachel. Nanny of Isaac, Jasmine, Sebby and Wren. Funeral service to be held at All Saints’ Church Hessle on Wednesday 28th January at 11.30am followed by burial at Tranby Lane Cemetery and afterwards at The Beech Tree, Kirk Ella. Donations to Alzheimer’s Society may be left at the service. Resting at M.Garton & Son, 546 Anlaby Road Tel 352199 www.mgarton.co.uk
Peacefully in Dove House Hospice on the 12th January 2026 aged 64 years. Dearly loved Husband of Cathy. Devoted Dad to Charley, Holly, Natty and Tommy. Much loved Brother of Colin. Sadly missed by all his family, Church family, and many many friends. A private cremation will take place prior to a service of Celebration and Thanksgiving which will be led by the Bishop of Hull on Monday 9th February at St Columba Church Hull at 2.00pm. All welcome to stay for refreshments after the service at St Columba. By family request please wear whatever colour and style makes you feel comfortable. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Dove House Hospice, collection plate at the service. Resting at John Parkin & Son, 3 Saltshouse Road. Tel. 376104.
Passed away after a short illness on 10th January 2026, aged 81 years. Reunited with beloved wife Kathleen, loving dad of Glyn and Lee. Funeral service to be held on Monday 2nd February at Haltemprice Crematorium at 2:30pm. No flowers by request please, however donations may be left at the service to Dove House Hospice. Please wear black and amber in Tony’s memory. Enquiries to M Garton & Son Ltd 59d Welton Road, Brough. Tel: 354036 www.mgarton.co.uk
In Memoriams
(Charlie) 5 years today. Memories are treasures no one can steal. Always in my thoughts. Love Sister Jean x x
Birthday Memoriams
77 today Birthdays come and Birthdays go but one thing changes never; The wonderful memories of the days when we were all together. Happy Birthday in Heaven. Loving Wife Janice and all your loving Family xxxx
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