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Maureen Norton

Maureen Norton

Peacefully on 5 September with her loving family by her side, Maureen, aged 89 years. (Formerly of Sandsend). Dearly loved wife of the late Colin, adored mum of Melanie, much loved grandma of Tor and Mark, great granny of Harry, Elsie and Joey and a dear friend to many. Service to be held at St Mary's Church, Sandsend, on Friday 2 October at 12.30pm, followed by cremation at Kirkleatham Crematorium, Yearby. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for the RNLI (Whitby Branch).All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd Tel 01947 880424.

Barry Foster

Barry Foster

Surrounded by his loving family, at home, on 3 September, Barry, aged 89 years. A much loved husband, father, grandpa and friend to many. Service to be held at St Hilda's Church, West Cliff on Tuesday 29 September, at 1pm followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for Motor Neurone disease. All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424.

Barbara May (Nee Addinall)

Barbara May (Nee Addinall)

Passed away peacefully, with family by her side, at Esk Hall Residential Care Home, Sleights. 20 August 2026, Aged 104yrs. Much loved wife of the late Eric Masters and Mother of Gillian, Kathryn and David. Funeral service to be held on Monday 14 September at 12:20pm Bishopthorpe Crematorium, York. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd Tel 01947 880424

Lisa Marie Johnson

Lisa Marie Johnson

Peacefully in James Cook Hospital on 26 August, Lisa, aged 49. Adored fiancé of Barry, much loved mum of Leah and Dan, mother in law of Kal, devoted nannie of Doris, Miley and JJ, beloved daughter of John and Ange, dearly loved sister of Jon, and a dear friend to many. Service to be held at Woodlands Crematorium, Scarborough on Tuesday 15th September at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for the Ark House Rehab Centre, Scarborough (please make cheques payable to Ark House Rehab Ltd). All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424. Can everyone please come in casual colourful clothing, no black and white.

Brenda Wells

Brenda Wells

Peacefully in Whitby Court Care Home, on August 17, Brenda, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of Joe. Service to be held at Woodlands Crematorium, Scarborough, on Thursday September 10 at 1pm. No flowers by request, donations in memory to be shared between the Alzheimer's Society and the Royal British Legion (Poppy Appeal). All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424.

Joan Price - NEE Wilkinson

Joan Price - NEE Wilkinson

Peacefully in Scarborough Hospital on August 14, Joan, aged 82 of Sleights. Dearly loved wife of the late David, beloved aunt, cousin and dear friend to many. Will be sadly missed. Service to be held at Woodlands Crematorium, Scarborough, on Wednesday September 9 at 12 noon. Floral tributes or donations in memory for the RNLI (Whitby Branch). All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel (01947) 880424.

John Anthony Nappey

John Anthony Nappey

Peacefully in James Cook Hospital, on 9 August, John, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Bess, dear father of Sarah, Henry and Simon, father in law of Keith and grandad of Michael, Kathryn and David. Service to be held at Kirkleatham Crematorium, Yearby, on Tuesday 25 August at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for the British Heart Foundation. All Enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424. The family have asked if everyone can please come in casual clothing.

Geoffrey Michael Mc Inerny

Geoffrey Michael Mc Inerny

Peacefully in Scarborough Hospital, on 3 August, Geoffrey, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Deborah, brother in law of William and family, and a dear friend to many. Service and interment to be held at St Stephen's Church, Robin Hood's Bay on Tuesday 1 September at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for the British Horse Society. All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424.

Dorothy Helen Carrack

Dorothy Helen Carrack

Peacefully in Scarborough Hospital, on July 30, Helen, aged 86 years, of Aislaby. Dearly loved wife of David, and a dear friend to many. Service to be held at St Margaret's Church, Aislaby, on Thursday August 20 at 11.30am, followed by cremation at Scarborough. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for the Great North Air Ambulance. All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424. David has asked if everyone can come in casual clothing please.

Averil Harland

Averil Harland

Peacefully in Jubilee House Nursing Home, on July 30, Averil, aged 92 years. Devoted wife of Cyril, much loved mother of Shirley and Stephen, mother in law of Paul, grandma of Victoria and Becky, and great grandma of Finley, Ellis, Willow and Summer. Service and interment to be held at St John's Church, Sleights on Monday August 24 at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for the Great North Air Ambulance. All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424.

Dennis Burnett

Dennis Burnett

Peacefully at the Mayfield Care Home, on August 3, aged 93 years. Much loved husband of the late Margaret, dearly loved dad of Sue and the late Tracey, dear father in law of Nigel and Glenn, devoted grandad of Shannon and Maddie, great grandad of Toby, Leo, Matilda and Chase. Service to be held at Woodlands Crematorium, Scarborough, on Wednesday August 19 at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for Dementia UK. All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424.

Barbara Richardson nee Rosher

Barbara Richardson nee Rosher

(Adopted Cowburn Formerly Crowe) Barbara invites all her friends to a celebration of her wonderful life, please wear bright clothes to see me off on my final trip. No return ticket this time, but i will see you all one of these days. Thank you for the happy times we have spent together. I'm looking forward to the most exciting adventure ever, see you all sometime, Love Barbara. Peacefully in Hospital on 24 July, Barbara, aged 91 years, of Whitby. Dearly loved wife of the late Michael (Mike), much loved mother of Mike and a devoted nan of Stephen and Tom. Service to be held at St Hilda's Church, West Cliff on Thursday 13 August at 11.30am, followed by Interment at the Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in memory for the Great North Air Ambulance. All enquiries to John Corner Funeral Service Ltd. Tel 01947 880424.

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