Current Funerals

(Late of Wirksworth) It is with sadness that Shaun’s family announce his passing on 18th September 2026 aged 59. Much loved and greatly missed by his family and those who knew him. A service to celebrate Shaun’s life will be held at St Mary’s Church, Wirksworth on Wednesday 28th October 2026 at 11am. Flowers or donations in lieu of will benefit Cancer Research UK and Nightingale Macmillan Unit (Derby), and these may given online at jepsonfunerals.co.uk/donations

Of Bonsall, sadly passed away on Sunday 13th September 2026, aged 83 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Donations in memory of Jennifer are being received for the "Air Ambulance Service" these may be given online: www.jepsonfunerals.co.uk/donations or cheques payable to "Jepson Funerals Ltd" may be sent to R & K Jepson, Middleton House, 22 Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, DE4 4FB.

Janet passed peacefully away at her home in Cromford on 18th August 2026, 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Don and much-loved mum of Lynette and Marcus. A loving and loved mother-in-law, sister, nan and great nan who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Janet’s Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Church, Cromford, on Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations for Marie Curie and Bonsall Wesleyan Reform Church may be given at her funeral, online: www.jepsonfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to ‘Jepson Funerals Ltd’ may be sent to R & K Jepson, Middleton House, 22 Coldwell Street, Wirksworth. DE4 4FB. At Janet’s request, kindly wear a splash of red. Thank you.

Of Bonsall. On 18th August 2026, aged 71 years. A much-loved husband, dad, grandad, brother, and uncle, who will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Paul’s Funeral Service will be held at St. James Church, Bonsall on Wednesday 23rd September at 11.00am, prior to interment in Bonsall Cemetery. Donations in Paul’s memory will benefit the community of Bonsall and may be given at his funeral, online: www.jepsonfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to ‘Jepson Funerals Ltd’ may be sent to R & K Jepson, Middleton House, 22 Coldwell Street, Wirksworth. DE4 4FB.

Of Wirksworth. After a short illness Peter passed away peacefully on 17th August 2026, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Anne, much loved father of Carol, Nicola, and Ian, father-in-law of Dave, Steve, and Laura. Grandfather to Danielle, Mia, Gabby, Tare, Will, Jim, Eve, and the late Joseph, and great grandfather to Joshua. He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. Peter’s Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Church, Wirksworth on Thursday 24th September at 11.00am, prior to interment in Steeple Arch Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers will benefit the Farmers Charity, The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution. These may be given at the funeral, online:www.jepsonfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to ‘RABI’ may be sent to R & K Jepson, Middleton House, 22 Coldwell Street, Wirksworth. DE4 4FB.