Hancock Funeral Directors

25/03/2026

19/03/2026

Ann Griffin
Passed away peacefully in Barnby Court Care Home on Friday 6th March 2026 with her loving family by her side aged 84 years.
Beloved Wife of the late Tim. Much loved Mum to Gail and Mick. Grandma to Laura, Emma, Lucie, Bob and Anna. Great Grandma to Joseph, Henry, Maggie, Gino and Evie. Sadly missed by all.
Funeral service will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on Thursday 2nd April at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please however any kind donations received will go to Dementia Uk.
All enquiries please contact
Retford 01777 707503.

10/03/2026

Michael Bennett “ Mick “
Passed away peacefully at home with his loving daughter Sharon, grandson Kyle and Samantha who he cherished by his side on 28th February 2026 aged 72 years.
A celebration of Micks life will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on
Friday 27th March 2026 at 2.00pm.
With immediate family flowers only please however if you would like to make a donation of an
Easter Egg which will go to the children’s ward at Bassetlaw Hospital.
All enquiries please contact our office on
Retford 01777 707503.

07/03/2026

If you know…. You know 💗
To a family of wonderful human beings.

A massive thank you to Jax at Barnby Moor Crematorium for having this image projected onto the screen for the capacity attendance to see and feel the love in that room.
So fitting and so perfect…
For a truly beautiful soul and a real life Disney Princess. Chloe 💖💖💖

05/03/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Henry Lightfoot “ Bill “ who left us on the 1st March 2026 aged 85 years.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Freda and family Louise, Kate, Tilly, Luca and Freya.
Bill lived a life of integrity, quiet strength and will be remembered for his devotion to Freda & Cilla Black.
Funeral service will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on Friday 20th March 2026 at 11.00am.
All who wish to celebrate Bill’s life are warmly welcome.
Safe journey Bill Rest in Peace.
All enquiries please contact
Retford 01777 707503.

05/03/2026

Lewis Swannack
Very sadly passed away on 26th February 2026 in Doncaster Royal Infirmary aged 44 years.
Loving son of Maurice and Valerie.
Brother to Russell.
And a good friend to all who knew him.
A celebration of life will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on Wednesday 25th March 2026 at 11.00am.
All enquiries please contact our office on
Retford 01777 707503.

27/02/2026

Kath Moorhouse
Passed away peacefully in Bassetlaw Hospital with her loving family by her side on 23rd February 2026 aged 85 years.
Much loved wife of the late Bill.
Devoted mum, nan and great nan.
Sadly missed by all.💜
Funeral service will take place at
Babworth Crematorium on Thursday 19th March
at 2.00pm with family flowers only please.
Black attire not essential but a touch of blue or purple welcomed.
All enquiries please contact
Retford 01777 707503.

26/02/2026

Chloe Sarah Michelle
Broughton
Passed away peacefully at home on 17th February 2026 with her loving family by her side aged 18 years. A much loved daughter, sister, granddaughter and niece. The girl who bought a smile to everyone who had the pleasure of meeting her. Chloe’s day will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on Friday 6th March 2026 at 11.00am. This will be a celebration of Chloe’s short but vibrant life. Family flowers only please however any kind donations received will go to Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice who have helped Chloe’s family through the last few months.
Please wear something bright and colourful. 🩷🩷
Further enquiries please contact
Retford 01777 707503 🩷

25/02/2026

Annina Iannantuoni
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 18th February 2026 aged 94 years.
Wife to Leonardo ( Len ) mother to Giovanni ( John )
and Antonio ( Tony ) mother in law to Anna, Susan and the late Diane, grandmother to Lisa and Toni, great grandmother to Elliott and Arianne, sister to Donata, Antonietta and Alfredo.
Funeral service will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on Monday 16th March at 12.00 noon. No flowers please however any kind donations received will go to Dementia Uk.
All enquiries please contact
Retford 01777 707503.

25/02/2026

Dave Launders
Passed away peacefully in Bassetlaw Hospital on 19th February 2026 surrounded with his loving devoted family by his side.
Beloved husband of the late Pat, much loved dad to Bev, Stuart and Donna, father in law to Jason and Dawn, doting grandad to all his grandchildren, brother and a good friend to all who knew him.
Funeral service will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium Chapel on Thursday 19th March 2026 at 11.00am followed by burial.
Flowers welcome.
All enquiries please contact
Retford 01777 707503.

23/02/2026

Edna Gowshall ( nee Berry ) aged 92 years.
Edna passed away peacefully in her own home in Tuxford. She will be desperately missed by her family and all that knew her. Wife of the late Bryan.
An amazing mother, nana, sister, aunt and a treasured friend of many.
Edna’s funeral will be held at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on Wednesday 4th March 2026 at 11.00am. All are welcome to say goodbye and pay their last respects.
Flowers welcome or donations if desired will go to The Donkey Sanctuary.
The family are grateful for the kindness shown to them at this very difficult time.
All enquiries please contact our office on
Retford 01777 707503.

17/02/2026

Les Ryan
Passed away peacefully in Bassetlaw Hospital on 13th February 2026 aged 70 years.
Devoted husband of the late Christine.
Loving dad to Christine, Claire and Scott.
Much loved grandad to Emily and Jaxon, brother, brother in law, uncle, father in law and a good friend to all who knew him. Sadly missed.
Funeral service will take place at
Barnby Moor Crematorium on Friday 20th March 2026 at 1.00pm
Further information please contact our office on
Retford 01777 707503.