Adrian died peacefully surrounded by his family after a courageous battle(Image: Supplied)

Devoted dad in Derby Telegraph funeral notices this weekend

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

by · Derbyshire Live

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week:

Adrian (Ady) BATES

(Ady) of Rolleston Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a courageous battle on 25th September 2024 aged 51. Eldest son of Terry and Paula, Brother to Arron and Adam. Devoted father to Jack. Special grandfather to Darci-Rose. Loving partner of Suzanne. Stepfather to Ella, Scarlett and Evie. Ady will be sadly missed. The funeral service will be held at Bretby Crematorium, Cedar Chapel on Friday 18th October 2024 at 3pm. Black need not be worn. Donations in memory of Ady are for Kidney Cancer UK and may be placed in the collection box at the end of the service. Further enquiries to Wellings Funeral Service. Tel: 01283 563555.

William (Of Hatton) AUSTIN (Bill)

(Bill) (Of Hatton) Sadly, passed away at home with his girls by his side on Monday 23rd September 2024 aged 92 years. A beloved husband to the late Brenda, a much-loved dad to Rachel, Rebecca and Ruth, father-in-law to Kevin, Ray and Sean and a loving grandad to Ashley, Lindsay, Abbie and AL and a great-grandad to Corey, Brooke, Mia and Ella. Bill will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday 16th October at 10.30am in The Cedar Room at Bretby Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired are much appreciated for Multiple Sclerosis Society UK , and may be made online at https://williamaustin.muchloved.com All further enquiries please to:- J H Grice Funeral Service, Hatton. Telephone 01283 812192

Julie BICKLEY

Passed away suddenly but peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on Thursday 24th September 2024, aged 64 years. Much loved mum of Laura, Emma and Anthony, and a loving nanny and sister. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Trent Valley Crematorium, Aston on Trent on Friday 18th October 2024 at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are invited for Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. These can be made online at www.georgesimnett.co.uk or may be given at the service. All enquiries to George Simnett Family Funeral Directors John Simnett House, 96c Wood Road, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 4LZ Tel: 01332 327199.

Andrew BLACK

It is with sadness that we announce that Andrew died at home on Friday 27th of September at the age of 72 years after a long battle with cancer. A Funeral Service to celebrate his life will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Friday 18th October 2024 in the Main Chapel at 11am. The cortege will leave from The Red Cow in Allestree and will also return there to truly celebrate his life. All are welcome. Family flowers only by kind request with donations in his memory to go to British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK. Any enquiries to: Kinton & Daughter Family Funeral Directors Long Eaton Branch: Telephone: 0115 972 4555

Ruth Erica Jean BRIND

Passed away peacefully on Monday 30th September 2024, aged 75 years. Beloved wife of Steve and much loved mum to Morgan, sister of Douglas. A cherished friend to many who will be dearly missed. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday 15th October at Amber Valley Crematorium at 12.00pm. Donations in lieu of flowers will be split between Ruth's chosen charities and may be left at the service or sent care of A. W. Lymn Derwent House 9 Becket Street Derby DE1 1HT 01332 348 800 www.lymn.co.uk

David BRINDLEY

David Brindley of Corner House, Biggin, Buxton At Peace 28.09.24 Funeral to be held at St Thomas's Church Biggin on October 17th at 11.30am. Family flowers only. For any other enquiries please contact Mellor and Smith, Buxton on 01298 77703

Alfred Edward (Ted) CARPENTER

(Ted) Passed away peacefully on 24th September 2024 at Florence Nightingale Community Hospital, Derby, aged 82 years. Devoted husband to Avis. A much loved Dad to David and the late Julie and John. Father in law to Jill, Andrew and Frances. Loving Granddad to Stacey, Stephanie, Daniel, Jessica, Emily, Samuel, Bradley and the late Danielle. A Treasured Great Granddad of Sophie, Oscar, Henrick, Leo, Hazel, Benjamin, Eloise, Livinia, Milo. A funeral service for Ted will be held at Markeaton Crematorium (Main chapel) on Friday 18th October at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please by request. Donations in lieu can be made at the service for The RNLI and Derbyshire Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance. All enquiries to Central Co-op Funeral Mickleover. Tel: 01332 517301

John Francis (Frank) CARR

Frank John Francis Carr, known to many as Frank, of Greenwich Gardens passed away peacefully at Aspen Court Nursing Home on 25th September 2024 aged 95 years. Beloved husband to Anne, and a loving father to Lesley and Elizabeth and their families. Frank's funeral service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium on Wednesday 16th October at 2:30 pm in the main chapel. Family flowers only please but a donation can be given at the service or through J Barlow & Family Funeral Service, Allestree for the residents at Greenwich Gardens. Further enquiries to J Barlow & Family Funeral Service, 01332 409182

Margaret CLOWES

At rest on 23rd September 2024 at Hen Cloud House Care Home, Leek. Margaret aged 92 years formerly of Endon and Buxton. Dearly loved wife of the late William (Bill) Clowes, loving mother of Philippa, John, Andrew and Angela, dearest mother in law, loving grandmother and great-grandmother, also a dear sister. Margaret will be sadly missed by all her loving family. Funeral service to take place on Friday 25th October at Carmountside Crematorium at 12noon. No mourning attire needed. Family flowers only please, donations may be sent to The Alzheimer's Society, Friends of Manchester Terriers (Sort Code: 40 10 12 - Account Number: 91182838, cheques payable to 'Friends of Manchester Terriers) and to Cancer Research UK. Further Inquiries to:- David H. Smith Funeral Directors, Fountain House, 17/21 Fountain Street, Leek. ST13 6JS. Tel. (01538) 399661. www.davidhsmith.co.uk

Andrew John (Andy) COGLEY

(Andy) Passed away suddenly at home on 28th September 2024, aged 50 years. Ever loving dad of Bethany, Charlotte and Louis and husband of Becci. Loving son of Anne and the late Bryan, loved brother of Lisa, much loved brother-in-law, son-in-law, uncle, godfather and friend to many. Funeral Friday 8th November, Service 11.30am at St Edmund's Church, Allestree. Followed by cremation at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for (CRY) Cardiac Risk In The Young, may be given at the service. Enquiries to Wathall's 01332 345268

John COLQUHOUN

Of Wyaston. Passed away peacefully on 25th September 2024, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, loving dad of Jenni, father in law of Matt and a friend to many. Funeral Wednesday 29th October. Service at St James's Church, Edlaston at 2.3pm, followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are for Wyaston Village Hall or St James's Church PCC. Enquiries to W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors Telephone: 01335 360319