Recent death and funeral notices from the York Press

The York Press published 21 death notices last week <i>(Image: Getty Images)</i>
The York Press published 21 death notices last week (Image: Getty Images)
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The York Press published 21 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:

Zalie Rosalyn Vincent (née Mason)

With deep sorrow we announce the death of Zalie Royalyn Vincent (Mason) on Mon 27th Oct 2025 following a short battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Alan, mother of Rachael, Louise & Gemma, Grandma of Emily, Adam, Riley & Isla.
Read Zalie Rosalyn Vincent (née Mason)'s full death notice

Joyce Ann Harper (née Fountain)

Of Holme upon Spalding Moor, formerley East Cottingwith. On 31st October 2025 suddenly but peacefully aged 88 years.
Read Joyce Ann Harper (née Fountain)'s full death notice

Joyce Hubbard (née Sharp)

Of Holme on Spalding Moor, born in HullDied on 31st October 2025 in York Hospital. Beloved wife of Bob and mum to Janet.
Read Joyce Hubbard (née Sharp)'s full death notice

Yvonne McGahan

We are very sad to announce the death of Yvonne who passed away on the 31st October, she will be dearly missed by family and friends.Funeral service will be held at York Crematorium on 25th November at 12.
Read Yvonne McGahan's full death notice

Evelyn Margaret Smith

On October 31st aged 89 years in York HospitalFuneral service to be held at York Crematorium on Friday November 28th at 3pm. Family Flowers only please.
Read Evelyn Margaret Smith's full death notice

Jack Illingworth

In York Hospital on Sunday 2nd November 2025 aged 90 years. A much loved and wonderful husband of Annie.
Read Jack Illingworth's full death notice

Susan Sykes

Peacefully in South Park Nursing Home, Acomb on 1st November. Aged 75 years.
Read Susan Sykes's full death notice

Eileen Barner

Died peacefully at home on 5th November with Deborah by her side. Devoted mum, nana and grannyFuneral to be held at St Aelreds Church, Heworth on Friday 21st November at 10.
Read Eileen Barner's full death notice

Catherine 'Katie' Pearson

On November 7th in Tudor House Nursing Home, Selby, Katie aged 93 years, late of Tadcaster. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian and a much loved auntie of Helen, David, William and families.
Read Catherine 'Katie' Pearson's full death notice

Margaret Ann Cross

Passed away Saturday 1st November 2025, aged 81. Beloved wife of David.
Read Margaret Ann Cross's full death notice

Ivy Isobel Smillie (née Dearlove)

Ivy died peacefully at the Friarage Hospital on Thursday 2nd October 2025, aged 95. Devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, auntie and friend to many.
Read Ivy Isobel Smillie (née Dearlove)'s full death notice

Peter 'Muzzy' Musgrove

Dearly beloved brother and brother-in-law of Terry and Kath and a dear friend to many, near and far. Died peacefully in St.
Read Peter 'Muzzy' Musgrove's full death notice

Doris France

Passed away on 3rd November 2025 aged 93 years. Wife of Brian.
Read Doris France's full death notice

Susan 'Sue' Elizabeth Garnett (née Cundall)

After an 18 month battle with cancer bravely borne, Sue passed away on November 3, 2025 in York hospital with her husband and eldest daughter Nichola by her side. Sue was a loving sister to Andrew, wife to Ken, and mother to Nichola, Angela and Josephine.
Read Susan 'Sue' Elizabeth Garnett (née Cundall)'s full death notice

Julie Kissane

Passed away peacefully after a long illness surrounded by family on 2nd November 2025.Loving wife, mother, nana and great nana.
Read Julie Kissane's full death notice

Michael Newsome

We are sad to announce the death of Michael Newsome, who passed away on 1st November 2025 at the age of 92.A funeral service will be held at York Crematorium for friends and family at 2.
Read Michael Newsome's full death notice

Shirley Richmond

Passed away peacefully on 4th November, aged 90. Beloved wife of the late John.
Read Shirley Richmond's full death notice

Julian Morris

Died peacefully on Monday 20th October aged 84 years. An ex sheet metal worker at Nestle for 39 years, he sadly passed away from Dementia at Meadowbeck Care Home, York.
Read Julian Morris's full death notice

W R Hammond

Peacefully on 28th October 2025, aged 92 years at York Hospital. Dearly loved father to Janet and Steven, father-in-law to Mick and Elaine, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Read W R Hammond's full death notice

Sandra Bradley

Peacefully on 29th October aged 78 years. Much loved mother of Alethea and Nathan.
Read Sandra Bradley's full death notice

Barry Lee

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 26th October 2025 aged 80. Beloved husband of Josephine, much-loved father to Sue, a loving grandad and great-grandad.
Read Barry Lee's full death notice

More death notices

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

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