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We're proud of our heritage and independence and are very much a family owned and run business. By r John P.

Tempest is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

26/02/2026

We are looking to employ a Funeral Director to join our family run business in our Hunslet office co-ordinating with our teams in Bramley and Chapel Allerton. Previous experience an advantage but not essential, as full training can be a given to suitable applicant. The role requires compassion, professionalism, and the ability to work autonomously, including being on-call out of hours to support bereaved families and coordinate funeral services from first call through to final arrangements. The job will include client care and Funeral Arrangement, on call and out of hours duties, administration and office management, so strong administrative and IT skills are needed.
For all enquiries, including the full job description, please email Ruth@leedsfunerals.co.uk

25/02/2026

We’re pleased to announce the return of Light a Candle for this year!

You will soon be able to create online memorials to remember your loved ones this Mother’s Day.

We'll be sharing virtual candles on our page between 02 March - 16 March. Remember, there is no cost for you or your family to get involved and create an online memorial. Look out for updates...

24/02/2026

**PLEASE DO NOT OPEN ANY LINKS ATTACHED TO OUR NOTICES - WE WILL NEVER ASK FOR PAYMENT TO WATCH A LIVESTREAM**

Please feel free to share the funeral details of this much loved gentleman, who will be very sadly missed.

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

12/02/2026

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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. Martin’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

12/01/2026

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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 11:30 am followed by interment in Whinmoor Cemetery.
Enquiries to John P Tempest Funeral Service, Chapel Allerton. Tel 0113 239 2700

07/01/2026

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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

02/01/2026

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Paul Leon Russell Smith 1948 - 2025 'A Much Loved Man'
It is with the utmost sadness that we announce the death of Paul Leon Russell Smith at the age of 77. He was gathered on Friday, 19 December at St James Hospital, Leeds enveloped in the love of his wife Nima and close friends Nilesh, Rashpal, Chris and Viv and Umi. Paul studied Sociology of Knowledge at University and had a lifelong interest in the Theosophical Society. He was gentle, lovable, witty, incisive and scholarly. Paul was a delightful and loving husband, charming host, loyal friend and an affectionate uncle, brother-in-law, brother and uncle.
Details of the Final Farewell - Tuesday 13 January, 12.30 p.m. St Chads Church, Otley Road, Far Headingley, Leeds, LS16 5JT Followed by light refreshments in St Chads Parish Centre.
In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Cure Myotonic Dystrophy Charity. There will be a donation box in the Church https://paulleonrussellsmith.muchloved.com
Enquiries to John P Tempest Funeral Service, Tel 0113 239 2700

21/12/2025

Thank you so much to everyone who has submitted a memorial candle so far.

Light a Candle will come to a close today (Sunday 21 December). Candles submitted before 5pm today will be shared on our page on Monday 22 of December.

https://gbnf.online/301394

18/12/2025

We’d like to thank everyone who’s created a virtual candle for their loved one so far.
If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.

https://gbnf.online/301394

16/12/2025

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Maureen Eakhurst

On 9th December passed away peacefully in hospital aged 77 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Keith, a much loved mum of Angela, Alison and Andrew, a dear mother in law of Simon, Andrew and Sarah, a loving grandma of Hannah, Bob, Jess, Joe and Jacob, a cherished sister of Shirley and the late Frank and a much loved daughter of the late Olga and George. Maureen will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service in Garforth Methodist Church on Monday 22nd December at 11am, the cortege will leave Maureen's residence at 10:45 am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired may be given for the RNLI, a plate for which will be available at the service or please use the link provided. Everyone is warmly invited to join the family for refreshments at Garforth Working Men's Club following the service. A private cremation service will take place at 4pm at Cottingley Hall Crematorium. Enquiries to John P Tempest, Chapel Allerton. Tel 0113 239 2700

https://maureen-eakhurst.muchloved.com

15/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, it’s common to think of the people who are special to us – especially those we've lost. That’s why we’ve chosen to take part in Light a Candle.

From 15 to 21 December we’ll be posting digital candles in memory of those who can’t be with us during the festive season. If you’d like to create a virtual candle, please click the following link where you can choose a design and write a short message to a loved one.

There's no cost for you or your family to get involved and create an online memorial.
We’ll share your candles on our page.
https://gbnf.online/301394

10/12/2025

We’re pleased to announce the return of Light a Candle this Christmas!

Taking part in this Christmas’s Light a Candle gives you the opportunity to create online memorials throughout the festive period.

Christmas is a special time to celebrate with family and friends, and our virtual candles are a thoughtful way to pay tribute to loved ones who are no longer with us.

We'll be sharing virtual candles on our page between 15 and 21 December. There's no cost for you or your family to get involved and create an online memorial.
We look forward to sharing your memorials from 15 December.

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