The York Press published 24 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:
Margaret Cayuela
Died peacefully on 6th May at Hambleton Court Care Home (formerly of Brandsby) aged 98 years. Beloved wife of the late Francisco and dear friend to many.
Read Margaret Cayuela's full death notice
Margaret Dryden-Stuart
Of Market Weighton, passed away peacefully on 3rd May 2026 at Dove House Hospice, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Alec Dryden-Stuart, mum to Patrick and Hannah, and loved grandma of James and William.
Read Margaret Dryden-Stuart's full death notice
Diana 'Sally' Margaret Hildrick
Of Helmsley.Passed away on 6th May at York Hospital, aged 79, following a strong and brave fight against leukaemia.
Read Diana 'Sally' Margaret Hildrick's full death notice
Hermi Puaschitz
Peacefully in St Leonards Hospice on Saturday 2nd May 2026, aged 97 years. A dear sister, aunt, and friend.
Read Hermi Puaschitz's full death notice
Michael Pressland
On May 7th, peacefully in the loving care of The Chocolate Works Care Home, Michael (Mike) aged 77 years. Beloved husband of Sheila, much-loved dad of Helen, father-in-law of Ian, and brother of Peter and Liz.
Read Michael Pressland's full death notice
Margaret 'Kem' Peel
Peacefully at home, 12th April, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Nigel Peel.
Read Margaret 'Kem' Peel's full death notice
Jean Elisabeth Phipp
Peacefully passed away on 17th April, aged 92 years. Devoted teacher at All Saints School, formerly the Bar Convent in York.
Read Jean Elisabeth Phipp's full death notice
Lindsay Dutch
(formerly of Nestle UK) Sadly passed away in York Hospital on 29th April, aged 75. Dearly loved husband to Rosalie and a friend to many.
Read Lindsay Dutch's full death notice
Maureen Speck (née Vaughan)
Peacefully in Birchlands Care Home, Haxby, on Tuesday 5th May 2026, aged 81 years. A much-loved wife of the late Stuart, loving mum, nana, great granny, sister, sister-in-law and aunt.
Read Maureen Speck (née Vaughan)'s full death notice
Heather Snowball
On May 2nd, peacefully in York Hospital, aged 68 years. Dearly loved wife of Charles and much-loved mum of James.
Read Heather Snowball's full death notice
John 'Malcolm' Malcolm Douglas
Passed away peacefully after a long illness on 29th April, aged 78. Loving husband, father and grandfather. Funeral service to be held on Friday 12th June at St Giles Church, Copmanthorpe, York. Donations to in Malcolms memory to be made to St Leonards Hospice.
Read John 'Malcolm' Malcolm Douglas's full death notice
Richard Ernest Britton
Richard passed away peacefully on May 6th, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Read Richard Ernest Britton's full death notice
Richard Charles Baker
Dick the Bus Driver, Hopwood's Coaches, passed away on April 26th, aged 72 years and 11 months. Much-loved husband of Mandy, dad to Adam and Kirsty, and father-in-law to Neil and Becky.
Read Richard Charles Baker's full death notice
Neil Sefton
Sadly, passed away on 11th April aged 87. Son of the late Dorothy and Jim, beloved brother of Sheila, Mike and the late Esme.
Read Neil Sefton's full death notice
Keith Anthony Thompson
With sadness, we share that Keith (Retired York City & North Yorkshire Police) died peacefully on 5th May in the loving care of everyone on Ward 29, York Hospital.
Read Keith Anthony Thompson's full death notice
William 'Bill' Fairburn
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 25th April 2026, aged 91 years.Funeral service to be held at York Crematorium on Friday 5th June at 12.
Read William 'Bill' Fairburn's full death notice
John Cox
Aged 86. Peacefully passed away on 26th April at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, with his loving family by his side, after a period of ill health.
Read John Cox's full death notice
Gillian Tate
Passed away on 7th May 2026, aged 92 years. Devoted widow of Ivan, much-loved mother to Jacquie, Valerie, and Chris, beloved grandma and great-grandma.
Read Gillian Tate's full death notice
Irene Bowes (née Appleton)
On May 3rd, aged 85 years. Peacefully at home.
Read Irene Bowes (née Appleton)'s full death notice
Evelyn Maw
Sadly passed away, peacefully at home on 30th April with her three daughters by her side. Much-loved wife of the late John.
Read Evelyn Maw's full death notice
Joyce Kathleen Walker (née Gibbons)
Sadly passed away at Mossdale Residence on the 27th April 2026, aged 102 years. Devoted mum to Sandra, Roy and Alison, as well as a dear mother-in-law to Russ &
Read Joyce Kathleen Walker (née Gibbons)'s full death notice
Dorothy Verity
Peacefully in York Hospital on 30th April, aged 90 years. Devoted &
Read Dorothy Verity's full death notice
Philip Barry Deighton
A celebration of Phil's life is to be held on Wednesday 3rd June at Haxby Sports Bar from 1pm.
Read Philip Barry Deighton's full death notice
Peter Mawer
Passed away peacefully in York Hospital on 17th April 2026, aged 81. Dearly loved husband of the late Christine.
Read Peter Mawer'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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