Love and Stevens Funeral Directors

31/12/2025

As a new year begins, we know that for many it will arrive quietly rather than joyfully. Grief does not follow the calendar, and for some the turning of the year can be especially hard.

Wherever you are on your journey, we hope the months ahead bring moments of comfort, kindness, and light — and the reassurance that you are not alone.

From all of us at Love & Stevens Funeral Directors, we wish you a peaceful New Year, filled with hope in whatever form it may come. 🤍

24/12/2025

At this time of year, we know many in our community are facing a Christmas touched by loss.

From all of us at Love & Stevens, we send you our warmest thoughts.

May you find moments of peace and gentle comfort this holiday season, even if it’s not the easiest one.

You are not alone, there are others with you.

Seasons greetings, thoughts and Love from Stephen, Peta, Carly and the team.

Peace 🕊️

24/12/2025

In Loving Memory of Marlene Carter

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Marlene Carter, who peacefully departed on 9th December 2025 at the age of 80. Marlene was a beloved mother to her four children Darren, Sharene, Mark and Denine and a cherished grandma to her seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

We invite you to join us for a Celebration of Life service in Marlene’s honour on Monday 12th January at Pontefract Crematorium. The service will commence at 11:40am and we encourage everyone to wear a dash of pink.

Following the service, there will be a gathering at The Kings Croft Hotel for refreshments and to share fond memories of Marlene.

In lieu of flowers, Marlene’s family kindly requests that you consider making a donation to the upkeep of the lead chapel in Towten. This was a very special place for her to visit and your contribution would be greatly appreciated.

22/12/2025

RIP

The singer passed away peacefully in hospital earlier today surrounded by his family following a short illness.

22/12/2025

✨ Funeral Notice – Richard Stephen Lee ✨

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Stephen Lee, of Castleford, who passed away on 14th December 2025, aged 33 years.

Richard was a much-loved partner to Joanne, a loving Daddy to Olivia, and will be dearly missed by his family, friends and all who knew and loved him.

A Funeral Service will take place on:
📅 Thursday 15th January 2026
📍 Pontefract Crematorium
🕚 11.40am

Donations will be appreciated by the Candlelighters charity by clicking the link or donating at the crematorium.

Afterwards, all are invited to the Chequerfield pub in Pontefract.

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Joanne and all of Richard’s loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.

Please feel free to leave message of support.

19/12/2025

Denise Morna Tetley ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Denise Morna Tetley, of Kippax, who passed away on 10th December 2025, aged 80 years.

A much-loved wife to Colin, a devoted mum to Vicki, and a cherished nanna to Milly and Harry.
Denise will be deeply missed by all her family, friends and everyone who knew her.

A Funeral Service and Cremation will take place on

Friday 9th January 2026
Pontefract Crematorium
at 11.00am

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu of flowers will be awarded to Candlelighters charity. A donation box will be available at the crematorium.
Denise loved bright, vibrant colours, so family kindly request that mourners do not feel the need to wear all black, and instead wear something colourful in her memory if they wish.

All are invited afterwards to the King’s Croft hotel.

Messages of love and support are welcome and may be left here for the family.

16/12/2025

✨ Funeral Notice – Judith Grant ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Judith Grant, who passed away on 1st December 2025, aged 70 years.

Judith will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

A Funeral Service will take place on:

📅 Tuesday 6th January 2026
📍 Pontefract Crematorium
🕧 12.20pm

🌼 Family flowers only please.
Donations, if desired, may be made in Judith’s memory to the Wonky Donkey Sanctuary. Click the link or donations can be made at the crematorium.

https://www.wonkey-donkey.co.uk/adoption-area/

Messages of support and memories are warmly welcomed and may be left here.

10/12/2025

Ben Ward

We're having a little celebration of life service on Thursday at the on 11th December at the Legion pub in Kippax from 12.30 til 4.30 for anyone that would like to attend.

03/12/2025

Funeral Notice – Darren Lunn (Sam) ✨

In loving memory of Darren Lunn (Sam), who passed away peacefully in his sleep on 23rd November 2025.

Beloved husband of Donna, stepfather of Lisa and Jack, and father-in-law of Bijan and Alisha.

A devoted grandad to Elsie Lou, a loving brother to Richard, and brother-in-law to Karen.

A Funeral Service for Darren will take place on:

Friday 19th December 2025
at Pontefract Crematorium at 1.00pm

Donations in lieu of flowers will be awarded to Snydale Care Home, New Road Snydale Hall, Old Snydale.

All are invited after the service to celebrate Sam’s life at Cutsyke working men’s club.

Darren requested that everyone celebrate his life by wearing a s**t shirt and/or a flat cap, a small tribute that reflects his spirit and personality.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Feel free to leave any messages…

03/12/2025

✨ Funeral Notice ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Robert (Bob) Bark who passed away at St James’s Hospital on 17th November 2025.

A loving husband to Carol, and a devoted dad to James, Caroline, Sarah and Andrew.
A much-loved grandad and great-grandad, he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Funeral Service will take place on in the graveyard of St Mary’s Church, Micklefield on
Thursday 11th December 2025 at 12.00pm.

Following the service, the family will continue to celebrate his life with refreshments at Churchville House.

In lieu of flowers, there will be a collection towards purchasing presents for the Children’s Ward at LGI, in his memory.

Please feel free to leave any
Messages of support here.

01/12/2025

✨ Funeral Notice
Jean Martin ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Martin, who passed away peacefully on 22nd November aged 90.

Jean was a dearly loved mum to Linda, Nigel, Karen, Kevin, Jeanette and Colin.

A cherished grandma to Gemma, Rachael, Kellie, Nick and Darren.

A much-loved Gee Gee to Lucas, Oliver, Ivy and Emily.
And a proud great-grandma to Orla, Martha, Cara, Lauren, Alfie, Billy and Benjamin.

Jean will be deeply missed by all her family and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.

A Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday 17th December 2025 12.00pm at the Methodist Chapel

Followed by Committal at:
Pontefract Crematorium at 1.40pm.

All are warmly invited afterwards to King Croft to continue sharing memories of Jean.

Donations in lieu of flowers will be split between Breast cancer UK and Kippax Methodist church, a donation box will be available at the chapel.

Our heartfelt thoughts are with all of Jean’s family at this sad time.

Please feel free to leave any comments for Jean’s loved ones below.

With care and love from,
Stephen & Peta