Current Funerals
These are the current funerals that we are arranging. Click on a name to see the funeral arrangements.
SOUTH, Peter Harold. M.A.(Cantab), F.I.L
Of Lea, Derbyshire. On 27th July 2026, aged 92 years.
A dearly loved husband, father, and grandfather.
The Funeral Service will be held at Christ Church, Holloway, Derbyshire, on Thursday 27th August at 1.30pm.
Donations in lieu of flowers for The Arkwright Society Limited may be given online: www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to 'Jepson Funerals Limited' may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place. Matlock. DE4 3BU.
CRESSWELL, Charlie
Of Matlock.
On 30th July 2026, aged 72 years.
Much loved husband of Elaine and brother of Margaret. He will be greatly missed by all his loving family and many friends.
Charlie’s Funeral Service will take place at All Saint’s Church, Smedley Street, Matlock. DE4 3JG, on Wednesday 9th September at 11.00am, prior to interment in Darley Dale Cemetery.
Family flowers only please. Donations for Ashgate Hospice, Buxton Football Club and Darley Dale Cricket Club may be given at his funeral, online: www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to ‘Jepson Funerals Ltd’ may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock. DE4 3BU
GOODALL, Mick
Of Darley Dale.
On 20th July 2026 at his home, aged 77 years.
Much loved husband of Shirley, loving dad of Scott and Kim and a dear brother and uncle. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Mick’s Funeral Service will be held at Amber Valley Memorial Park & Crematorium on Friday 28th August at 2.00pm.
Donations in his memory will benefit The British Red Cross Society and The Cancer Unit and Chesterfield Royal Hospital. These may be given at the funeral, online:www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to ‘Jepson Funerals Ltd’ may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock. DE4 3BU. At Mick’s request dark clothing need not be worn.
DAKIN, Richard John
Richard John DAKIN, sadly passed away on 17th July 2026, aged 79 years. He is dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all his family & friends. Funeral service to take place at Amber Valley Memorial Park & Crematorium on Wednesday 19th August at 1:00pm. Family flowers only please and donations for The Air Ambulance Service and Cancer Research UK may be given at the service through our website; www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk or cheques made payable to the Charities may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BU.
HEXTER, Robert Simon
sadly passed away on 26 June 2026, aged 81 Years. Dearly loved and missed by all his family. Funeral service to take place at Amber Valley Memorial Park & Crematorium on Friday 7 August at 10:00am. Donations if desired can be made to Basset Hound Welfare at www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries to Greatorex Funeral Directors, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BU.
BOYACK, Russell James
sadly passed away on 8 July 2026, aged 81 Years. Dearly loved and missed by all his family. Funeral Service to be held at St Mary's Church, Cromford at 11:30 am on Tuesday 11th August. Donations if desired can be made to British Heart Foundation and The Air Ambulance Service at www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries to Greatorex Funeral Directors, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BU.
DALTON, Kenneth
sadly passed away on 2 July 2026, aged 87 Years. Dearly loved and missed by all his family. Funeral service to take place at St Helen's Church, Darley Dale on Thursday 13 August at 11:00am. Family flowers only by request. Donations if desired can be made to Alzheimer's Society at www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries to Greatorex Funeral Directors, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BU.
NEVILLE, Amanda Jane
sadly passed away on 16 July 2026, aged 53 Years. Dearly loved and missed by all her family. Funeral service to take place at Amber Valley Memorial Park & Crematorium on Monday 24 August at 1:00pm. Donations if desired can be made to The Air Ambulance Service and Ashgate Hospice at www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries to Greatorex Funeral Directors, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BU.
CAULDWELL, Linda Margaret
Of Bonsall.
On 11th July 2026, aged 74 years.
Loving wife of the late Michael, and much-loved sister and aunt. She will be greatly missed by all her family, friends, neighbours, and her dog Charlie.
Linda’s Funeral Service will take place at St. James Church, Bonsall on Thursday 6th August at 11.00am, prior to interment in the Churchyard.
Donations in Linda’s memory will benefit the work of The Village Life Church, Bonsall. These may be given at her funeral, online: www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to the charity may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock. DE4 3BU.
BROWN, May
sadly passed away on 11 July 2026, aged 96 Years. Dearly loved and missed by all her family. Funeral Service will be held at Amber Valley Crematorium on Friday 21st August at 11am. Donations if desired can be made to Alzheimer's Research UK at www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries to Greatorex Funeral Directors, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BU.
KIRK, Donald Herbert. ‘DON’
Of Matlock.
On 20th June 2026 at Chesterfield Royal Hospital, aged 89 years.
Beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved dad of Rob, Donna, and Gavin and a dear grandad who will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Don’s Funeral Service will be held at Markeaton Crematorium, Main Chapel, on Thursday 30th July at 1.30pm.
Donations in lieu of flowers are being received for Ashgate Hospice and may be given at the funeral, online: www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to the charity may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock. DE4 3BU
BATES, Margaret
Margaret BATES, sadly passed away on 7th July 2026, aged 83 years. She is dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Amber Valley Memorial Park & Crematorium on Thursday 6th August at 2:00pm. Family flowers only please and donations for the Matlock Hospitals League of Friends to specifically benefit the Oker Ward at the Whitworth Hospital may be given at the service, through our website; www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk or cheques made payable to the charity may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BU.
UPHILL, Janet
Of Matlock.
On 18th June 2026 at Chesterfield Royal Hospital, aged 79 years.
Beloved wife of Brinley, much loved mum of Gavin and Darren and a loving grandma and great grandma who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
Janet’s Funeral Service will be held at Amber Valley Memorial Park & Crematorium, Swanwick, on Thursday 16th July at 11.00am.
Donations are being received for Cancer Research UK and may be given at the funeral, online: www.greatorexfunerals.co.uk/donations, or cheques payable to the charity may be sent to Thomas Greatorex & Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock. DE4 3BU. At the request of Janet's family, please wear something bright. Thank you.
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Testimonials
What our families say
We would like to thank you so much for everything you have done for our Dad and father-in-law, Garry Wilson. Dad couldn’t have been in better hands. The care and respect you all showed was exemplary and wonderful. Even running over time, you didn’t hurry us, just can’t thank you enough. Keep doing what you do Russell for those that have born through the doors of Greatorex’s and for those to come, such a valuable vocation.
With all our very best wishes
Testimonials
What our families say
We would like to thank you so much for everything you have done for our Dad and father-in-law, Garry Wilson. Dad couldn’t have been in better hands. The care and respect you all showed was exemplary and wonderful. Even running over time, you didn’t hurry us, just can’t thank you enough. Keep doing what you do Russell for those that have born through the doors of Greatorex’s and for those to come, such a valuable vocation.
With all our very best wishes