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. Catherine Swain, Brimington
Born in Chesterfield and a lifelong resident of the area, Catherine (née Holmes) passed away at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, aged 59. On leaving school she went to work at the Chesterfield Hotel, and her career concluded with three years as a school transport passenger assistant. she enjoyed spending quality time with her family and friends, as well as reading, shopping and dining out. Predeceased by her husband Andrew, Catherine leaves daughter Stacey and her partner Josh, mum Margaret, stepfather Colin, brother David, sister-in-law Dawn and nephew Reece. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/CatherineSwain. Photo: Contributed
2. Jack Hopkinson, Newbold
Long-time local resident Jack passed away at Ridgewood House Care Home, aged 95. A retired plumber, he liked to spend his time on golf course as a member of Chesterfield Golf Club for 45 years, finally packing away his clubs at 92. He was also a season ticket holder at Chesterfield FC for many years and he was a very keen gardener at home. Predeceased by his wife Dorothy and daughter Jayne, Jack leaves daughter Kim, granddaughter Laura and great-grandson Leo. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/JackHopkinson. Photo: Contributed
3. Stacey Wood, Staveley
Born in Chesterfield and a lifelong local resident, Stacey passed away at Chesterfield Royal Hospital, aged 54. While physical challenges kept her from the traditional workforce, she worked harder than most at what truly mattered to her - finding joy in every day. A music lover at heart, she was a regular at tribute band gigs. She liked to spend time at a day centre, and enjoyed many happy holidays to Disney World in Florida. Predeceased by her mum Margaret, Stacey leaves dad Rob, brother Robert, aunts and uncles, and cousins Lindsay, Cheryl, Kirsty, Emily and Helen. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/StaceyWood26. Photo: Contributed
4. Kenneth Barker, Brackenfield
Born and raised into early adulthood in Brackenfield, Ken returned home in 1992 and remained there until the present day. He passed away in hospital, aged 93. A sales representative until retiring in 1998, he otherwise filled his time with gardening, walking the dogs, following Chesterfield FC or settling in to watch cricket. Predeceased by his wife Glenice, Ken leaves sons Shaun and David, daughters-in-law Angela and Rachel, stepchildren Amanda and Kevin, their partners, four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, step grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/KennethBarker. Photo: Contributed