York death and funeral notices from the York Press

The York Press published 20 death notices last week <i>(Image: Getty Images)</i>
The York Press published 20 death notices last week (Image: Getty Images)
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The York Press published 20 death notices last week.

Every week, the York Press publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away.

As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain online as a lasting tribute to the memory of those we have lost.

Anyone who wishes to send their own message of condolence can do so by visiting the deceased's death notice page.

Here are the most recent notices placed in the York Press:

Peter Bowers

Passed away on October 5th aged 94 years. Beloved husband of Dorothy, dearly loved dad of Tina &
Read Peter Bowers's full death notice

Patricia Ann Elliot

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Pat who died on October 6th 2025 at the age of 83. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many.
Read Patricia Ann Elliot's full death notice

Peter Shaw

Passed away peacefully at home on 8th October 2025 aged 96 yrs. Beloved husband of Audrey, loving father of Jillian &
Read Peter Shaw's full death notice

Jean Whitehead (née Archbold)

Sadly passed away on 25th September 2025. Beloved wife of the late Keith, sister to Ann and much loved mum to Clare and Philip.
Read Jean Whitehead (née Archbold)'s full death notice

Sue Burlingham (née Machen)

In St James's Hospital Leeds on Wednesday 1st October 2025 aged 73 years. A much loved sister, sister -in - law, aunty and friend, she leaves behind her beloved dog Jess.
Read Sue Burlingham (née Machen)'s full death notice

Christopher Hobbs

Sadly at Vida Court Care Home, Harrogate on Sunday, 14th September, aged 84 years. Much loved partner to Malcolm and a friend to many.
Read Christopher Hobbs's full death notice

Joan Forsdyke (née Pooleman)

Of Market Weighton Passed away peacefully on 11th October 2025 aged 94 years. Beloved wife of John for 73 years and a much loved mother, grandma &
Read Joan Forsdyke (née Pooleman)'s full death notice

Veronica Avril Brook (née Carter)

On October 8th, in the loving care of Meadowbeck Care Home, Avril, aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Colin Brook, much loved mum of Darren and the late Gail, and daughter-in-law, Emma.
Read Veronica Avril Brook (née Carter)'s full death notice

Sheila Margaret Foster

On 28th September aged 97 years.Funeral service to take place at St Mary's Church, Haxby on Friday 24th October at 1:
Read Sheila Margaret Foster's full death notice

Owen Robert Locker

On 6th October at home. A dearly loved brother to Keith and the late Lesley, brother-in-law to Sally and a cherished uncle to Kitty and Isobel.
Read Owen Robert Locker's full death notice

Patricia 'Tricia' Johnson

Passed away peacefully on the 12th October 2025 in York Hospital after a long illness aged 78. Beloved wife to Brian for 55 years, much loved mum to Paul and mother-in-law to Silvia.
Read Patricia 'Tricia' Johnson's full death notice

Anthony John Sawyer

Anthony John SAWYER passed away peacefully on 5th October 2025. Much loved and missed husband, dad, grandad, uncle, friend and choirman.
Read Anthony John Sawyer's full death notice

Chris Baker

With great sadness in our hearts, we announce the passing of Chris in York Hospital on 4th Oct, aged 57. Beloved father to Ricky, Christine &
Read Chris Baker's full death notice

Florence Mary Peck

On 3rd October aged 95 years. Much loved wife of the late Harold, mother of Andrea, the late Stephen and the late Adrian.
Read Florence Mary Peck's full death notice

Vincent Taylor

(of Taylors Jewellers) Passed away on Friday 3rd October 2025, aged 64 years.Lewis and Jordan would like to invite you to one last day at the races with Vince, on Friday 24th October at York Racecourse.
Read Vincent Taylor's full death notice

David Paul Harris

1953-2025 Passed away peacefully in the care of Alne Hall on 8th October. A devoted husband to Lesley, beloved dad to Richard and Sophie, loved brother to Stephen and Pauline.
Read David Paul Harris's full death notice

Marlene Anne Loft (née Hare)

Passed away on 6th October aged 89. Wife of the late Dennis and beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Read Marlene Anne Loft (née Hare)'s full death notice

Joan Todd

Joan passed away peacefully on 9th October 2025 aged 96. Beloved mum of David, Carol and Julie.
Read Joan Todd's full death notice

Philip Ryan

On October 6th aged 65 years. Peacefully in St Leonards Hospice.
Read Philip Ryan's full death notice

Hazel Elizabeth Mary Burrows

On October 6th, in the exceptional loving care of York Manor Care Home, Hazel aged 92 years, late of The Forestry Commission and lifelong member of York Light Opera Society. Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, much loved mum of Louise and Alex and treasured granny of Laura, Heather and Carmel.
Read Hazel Elizabeth Mary Burrows's full death notice

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You can see all our death notices here, or you can place a death notice here.

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