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. Garry Alton, New Whittington
Born in Grassmoor and a resident of New Whittington for more than half a century, Garry passed away at home, aged 76. A former moulder at Staveley Works, he filled the rest of his days with pigeon flying, fishing, sports, holidays in Benidorm and family. Predeceased by son Richard, Garry leaves his wife Dorothy, children Jane and Gareth, granddaughters Lucy and Chantelle and two great-grandchildren. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/GarryAlton. Photo: Contributed
6. Jean Cook, Hasland
Born in Chesterfield and a lifelong local resident, formerly of Derby Road, Jean passed away at the age of 95. Long retired, in her working years she was an assembler and tester at engineering business Bryan Donkin Co. At home, she enjoyed crosswords, puzzles and quiz shows in between many memorable holidays abroad and treasured time with her loved ones. Predeceased by her husband Ray, Jean leaves children Andrew, Barbara and Hazel, nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, two nieces and one nephew. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/JeanCook26. Photo: Contributed
7. Alan Dawson, Danesmoor
Born in Chesterfield and a lifelong local resident, Alan passed away at Hill House Nursing Home in Clay Cross, aged 69. Alan was a countryside ranger and carer until his retirement three years ago. He enjoyed walking, birdwatching, painting, and he was a keen volunteer at Ashgate Hospice charity shop. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/AlanDawson. Photo: Contributed
8. Margaret Mace, Dronfield
A long-time fixture of local life, Margaret was secretary of the Old Dronfield Society, an actor with Dronfield Players and volunteer for Save the Children. She was also a keen and active walker with Chesterfield Ramblers. She will be much missed by her family and friends. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/MargaretMace. Photo: Contributed