Some may be more well known than others, but all had a place in someone’s heart and in our communities.
Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths have been announced in the pages of the Derbyshire Times this week.
For more details on how they will be remembered, including funeral arrangements, and how to leave your own tributes, go to legacy.com/uk/obituaries/derbyshiretimes-uk/browse.
1. Katie Maddison, Brimington
Born in Brimington and a lifelong local resident, Katie passed away at the age of 37. She began her career in retail roles at Sainsbury’s before moving on to health and care work in several nursing homes. She loved writing, socialising, being around family and friends, and watching Chesterfield FC. Katie leaves her partner Luke, parents Joy and Ian, nana Maureen, brother Kieran, sister-in-law Chloe, nieces Isabelle and Lottie, wider family and many friends. Read more at tinyurl.com/Katie-Maddison. | Contributed
2. Edward Morgan-Jones, Walton
Born on the Welsh coast in Aberystwyth, Edward (known as Ted) settled in Chesterfield for just shy of half a century. He passed away peacefully at Ashgate Hospice, aged 84, after contending with cancer for 20 years. He briefly studied to join the clergy, before deciding to carve his own path and train as a physiotherapist in Leeds, then founded the Saltergate Physiotherapy Clinic while lecturing at Sheffield Hallam University. He loved golf, cars, history, cowboys, knights and castles, but most of all helping other people. Edward leaves his partner Janet, daughters Rachel, Rebecca and Bethany, and grandchildren Clemmie, Iggy, Tilly, Albie, Reuben and Jude. Read more at tinyurl.com/Edward-Morgan-Jones. | Contributed
3. Melanie Earland, North Wingfield
Born in Chesterfield and a lifelong local resident, Melanie passed away at the age of 56. Following an early spell as an accounts manager for the Derbyshire Times, she found her place managing office administration for St Lawrence Pre-School. A woman of strong faith, she was an active volunteer in the community of St Lawrence Church and particularly its children’s activities. She also loved dog walks and holidays in the company of friends and family. Melanie leaves her partner Paul, children Sam and Holly, mother Janet and mother-in-law Margaret. Read more at tinyurl.com/Melanie-Earland. | Contributed
4. Glynn Fuller, Grassmoor
Born in Worksop, Glynn lived in and around Chesterfield for 60 years. He passed away at the age of 84. An electrical engineer all his career, he established Magbroach UK Ltd, leading the family firm as managing director and manufacturing drilling equipment in Holmewood for use in construction, petro chemical, nuclear, fabrication and offshore industries. Along the way he designed and patented several innovations. When work was done, he enjoyed architecture, cooking, DIY and sport. Glynn leaves his wife Joanna and daughter Anna. Read more at tinyurl.com/Glynn-Fuller. | Contributed