Love and Stevens Funeral Directors

26/02/2026

✨ Funeral Notice – Barbara Anne Smith ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Barbara Anne Smith, of Kippax, who passed away on 26th January 2026, aged 82 years.

A loving wife to Paul, and a much-loved step-mum and grandma, Barbara will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by all her family and friends.

A Funeral Service and Cremation will take place on:
📅 Monday 2nd March 2026
📍 Pontefract Crematorium
🕚 11.40am

Family flowers only please.

Charity donations will be appreciated by the British heart foundation. A donation box will be available at the crematorium, on the left as you leave.

All are invited afterwards to Garforth WMC.

Our thoughts are with Paul and all of Barbara’s loved ones at this difficult time.

17/02/2026

Another loss..

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30/01/2026

Notice – William (Bill) Forster ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. William (Bill) Forster, of Kippax, who passed away suddenly on 9th January, aged 80 years.

Bill will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

A Funeral Service will take place on:
📅 Wednesday 11th February
📍 Pontefract Crematorium
🕚 11.40am

All are warmly invited to join the family afterwards at The White Swan, Kippax, to share memories and celebrate Bill’s life.

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

30/01/2026

Funeral Notice

Brenda Winfield ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Brenda Winfield, who passed away on 14th January, aged 74 years.

A beloved mum, a much-loved gran and a cherished great-grandma, Brenda will be deeply missed by all her family and everyone who knew her.

A Funeral Service will take place on:
📅 Friday 13th February
📍 Pontefract Crematorium
🕧 12.20pm

As this date also marks Brenda’s birthday, the family respectfully ask mourners to wear bright clothing and vibrant colours in celebration of her life.

All are warmly invited afterwards to The George V Club, Glasshoughton, to continue sharing memories of Brenda.

🌼 Donations in lieu of flowers are gratefully appreciated in support of The Stroke Association, by clicking the link or donating at the crematorium.

Feel free to leave messages and intention of attending below.

29/01/2026

Funeral notice

William Leslie Carter ✨

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. William Leslie Carter, who passed away on 22nd December 2025.

Born 16th October 1948, William will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all who knew him.

A Funeral Service will take place on:
📅 Friday 20th February 2026
📍 Pontefract Crematorium
🕚 11.40am

All are warmly invited to join the family afterwards at The White Swan, Kippax, to share memories and celebrate William’s life.

Please feel free to leave comments below for Joe, Bill’s son and anyone who remembers William.

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.