Raymond Smith

On 8th June passed away peacefully, in St. Gemma’s Hospice, aged 90 years. Dearly beloved husband of the late June, a much loved dad of Angela, Deborah, David and Robert, a dear father in law of Rob, John and Lisa, a loving grandad of Amanda, Richard, Natalie, Jordan, Daniel and Jessica and great grandad of Layla, Alfie and Evie, a dear brother of John and a loved uncle. Raymond will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service and cremation at Lawnswood Crematorium on Friday 19th June at 10:00 am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given for St. Gemma’s Hospice. A plate for which will be available at the service. All are welcome for refreshments following the service at Chapel Allerton Squash Club. Enquiries to John P Tempest Funeral Service, Chapel Allerton Tel: 0113 239 2700

DOREEN MORGAN (ERNESTA)
On 30th April, peacefully in hospital aged 93 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Vincent and a much loved auntie, sister, cousin and friend of many who will be sadly missed. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday 4th June in Trinity United Church LS8 5PU at 11am followed by interment in Whinmoor Cemetery. Enquiries to John P Tempest, Chapel Allerton. Tel 0113 239 2700

JAMES
CAINES
On 29th January 2026, passed away peacefully aged 101 years. Dearly beloved husband of the late Margaret, a loving dad, grandad, great grandad, uncle and friend to many. James will be very sadly missed. Funeral mass will be held in the Holy Rosary RC Church, Chapeltown Road, on Friday 27th February at 12:30 pm, followed by interment in Killingbeck Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donation, if desired, may be given for LBEA, The Feel Good Factor and Church Funds. A plate for which will be available at the service. Afterwards a celebration for his life will be held from 3pm at the Polish Centre, Chapeltown Road, to which you are warmly invited. Enquiries to John P Tempest Funeral Service. Tel: 0113 239 2700

MARILYN AUGUSTA
JAMES

On 19th January passed away peacefully aged 83 years. A much loved mum, mother in law, grandma, great grandma, great great grandma, sister, auntie and friend. Marilyn will be very sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service in St. Maritn’s Church, on Thursday 19th February at 1:30 pm, followed by a private family cremation. Enquiries to John P Tempest Funeral Service, Chapel Allerton 0113 239 2700

GEORGE GILFILLAN
On 21st December after a short illness aged 89 years. Dearly beloved dad of Esketh, Dolly, Gillian and Julie and a much loved grandad, brother, great grandad, uncle and friend of many who will be very sadly missed. Funeral Service at Roscoe Methodist Church on Friday 6th February at 11:30am followed by interment in Whinmoor Cemetery. Enquiries to John P Tempest Funeral Service, Chapel Allerton. Tel 0113 239 2700

CARL MCDONALD RICHARDS

On 19th November passed away peacefully in hospital aged 69 years. A much loved dad of Jermaine and an adored grandad of Amelia, Olivia and Elijah. A much loved son of Vincent and the late Helen, a loving brother of Pat, Lincoln, Cliff, Errol, Kari, Devante and the late Nutilia (June) and best friend of Leroy (Clarky) of 50 + years. Also a loved uncle, nephew and cousin. Carl will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service in St. Martins Church on Friday 16th January 2026 at 11:30 am followed by interment in Whinmoor Cemetery. Enquiries to John P Tempest Funeral Service. Tel 239 2700