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.
5. Pauline Hunt, Eckington
Born in Eckington and a lifelong local resident, Pauline passed away at home, aged 83. A homemaker to her own family and a home help to others, she liked to relax by gardening or day trips. Predeceased by her husband Clive, Pauline leaves daughter Louise, son-in-law Laurence, grandchildren Siana, Bradi and Callum, and great-granddaughter Macie-Lou. Photo: Contributed
6. Raymond Biggin, Chesterfield
Lifelong resident Raymond died at Bank Close House Care Home, aged 99. He spent his working life as an electrician, mostly at the Avenue Coking Plant in Chesterfield. Off the job, he was a long-time member of Central Methodist Church and also a lay preacher. In more leisurely moments, he was a keen gardener and reader, and liked to entertain guests at home. He enjoyed walking in Derbyshire and many happy holidays in Jersey with friends. Predeceased by grandson Michael, he leaves wife Joyce, children Andrew and Ruth, five grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Photo: Contributed
7. Elaine Sproston, Chesterfield
Long-time local resident Elaine passed away peacefully at Broomhill Care Centre after a long illness. She was a devoted and caring homemaker to her family: husband Reverend Bernard Sproston, their children Lynda and Andrew, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Photo: Contributed