Harpin's Funeral Service

10/03/2026

SAVE £150 on all Choice Funeral Plans

A Unique Farewell. One of the greatest gifts you can give is peace of mind for your family and friends. A simple step today can make a big difference tomorrow — giving your family clarity, comfort, and the space to focus on what truly matters.

✔️Ease the emotional and practical burden on your family
✔️Remove uncertainty by setting out your wishes in advance
✔️Avoid last minute decisions during a difficult time
✔️Provide clarity and reassurance for the people you care about
✔️Make a compassionate choice that supports your loved ones
✔️A simple plan today helps protect your family’s tomorrow

If you’d like to find out more, pop into branch for a chat.

05/03/2026

Colin Greenwood

Passed away suddenly at home on 19th February 2026, aged 61 years.
Husband of Anne-Marie and son of June.
His funeral service is taking place on Thursday 19th March 2026 at 11.20am. No flowers have been requested but donations would be greatly welcomed for the Oncology Department at Pinderfield's Hospital in his loving memory. A box will be available at his service.

03/03/2026

Deborah Leigh Holland
'Debbie'
Passed away peacefully on the 18th February 2026 aged 47 years.
Much loved wife of Andy, mum to Sophie and Libby. Daughter of Jean and Peter, sister of Sarah, auntie of Neve, Ashton, Harry, Isobel and Ted, daughter in law of Ian and Sue and brother in law of Neil. Debbie was known and loved by so many people and will be so sadly missed by everyone who's lives she has touched
A service to celebrate her life is taking place on Monday 23rd March 2026 at Wakefield Crematorium at 11.20am.
Debbie requested everyone attending 'Come as I know you'.
Donations will be greatly received and given towards the Cavell Unit & Rosewood Centre at Dewsbury Hospital and Breast Cancer Now for which a box will be avaliable at the service.

03/03/2026

SAVE £150 on Choice Funeral Plans

Your Wishes, Your Way

A Choice Funeral Plan lets you record your personal wishes and make the decisions that matter most to you, ensuring every detail reflects who you are. It’s all written down clearly and thoughtfully, giving you confidence that your farewell will be just the way you want it.

✔️ Make your own choices about how you’d like to be remembered
✔️ Ensure your wishes are documented and easy for loved ones to follow
✔️ Remove uncertainty and difficult decisions for family later on
✔️ Create a farewell that truly reflects your personality and values
✔️ Plan with clarity, simplicity, and complete peace of mind

03/03/2026

STEVE GOODISON

Sadly passed away in Wakefield Hospice on 18th February, aged 69 years and of Stanley.
Beloved husband of Janine and a much-loved dad, step-dad, grandad, brother and friend to many who will be greatly missed.
Steve's funeral service will take place at Wakefield Crematorium on Thursday 12th March at 2.40pm.
Family flowers only please, any donations in lieu will be gratefully received for Wakefield Hospice. Donations can be made at the funeral or via the tribute link below.
Steve has requested that bright clothes be worn.
There is a live stream of the service available, please contact us for information.
For any further information, please contact Harpin’s Funeral Service, Tel 01924 371091.

https://steve-goodison1.muchloved.com/

The above link can also be used to leave your own tributes to Steve.

03/03/2026

JEAN GREEN
Passed away peacefully in Elm Lodge Care Home, Doncaster on 18th February 2026, aged 84 years.
Wife of the late Ken Green, mum, nan and great nan who will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Jean's funeral service will take place on Friday 13th March 2026, 1.20pm at Wakefield Crematorium.
Family flowers only please, but donations can be made in Jean’s loving memory to the Alzheimer’s Society for which a box will be available at her service.

02/03/2026

CHARLES WILLIAM RODGERS (BUCK)

On 14 February 2026, peacefully in his sleep, Charles William, aged 63. Dearly loved son of Pat and David, devoted brother of Guy, adored uncle of Beth and Megan, dear friend of Linda and family and a cherished nephew, cousin and brother-in-law.
The funeral will take place at Wakefield Crematorium at 11.20am on Thursday, 12 March.
Family flowers only please, but there will be a plate for donations to The Royal National Lifeboat Institution after the service, should you wish to give.
Enquiries please to Harpin's Funeral Service 01924 371091

26/02/2026

If you have a loved one resting at Stanley Cemetery, officers will be available to speak with directly on Tuesday 17th March regarding this upcoming inspection. We know how important memorials are so please do share this post to reach anyone who may be affected 🤍

🌿 Stanley Cemetery Memorial Safety Inspection Notice 🌿

Myself, Lynn and Jack have been informed that a full inspection of memorials at Stanley Cemetery will take place from week commencing Monday 23rd March 2026 as part of the council’s ongoing Memorial Safety Programme.

We understand how important these memorials are to families and loved ones, and appreciate that this kind of work can feel concerning. The purpose of the inspection is to ensure that all memorials are safe and secure for visitors, staff and the wider community.

📌 Open Day for Memorial Owners
🗓 Tuesday 17th March 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Stanley Cemetery

Officers will be available on the day to answer any questions or concerns before testing begins.

If any memorials are found not to meet current safety standards, they will be carefully tagged and, where contact details are available, owners will receive a letter. Families will be given 12 months to arrange for a memorial mason to carry out repairs and make the memorial permanently safe.

If repairs are not completed within that period, a further reminder will be issued (where possible) before any further action is taken as part of the ongoing programme.

If you would like to speak to someone directly, please contact:

Bereavement Services
Bereavement Operations & Development Manager
Town Hall, Normanton, WF6 2DZ
📧 Cems&Crems@wakefield.gov.uk
📞 01924 307253

Please do share this information with anyone who may have loved ones resting at Stanley Cemetery. 🌷

fans Lynn Masterman for Stanley and Outwood East Councillor Jack Hemingway

24/02/2026

EILEEN ABBOTT

Born 17th March 1937, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Pinderfields Hospital on 6th February 2026.

Beloved sister of Austin, Patrick and Cathleen. A precious Auntie to nephews Carl, Simon, Adrian, Jonathan, Paul and Tim, and nieces Jayne and Allison. Eileen is now at peace and reunited in heaven with her loving mother, Francis and father, Patrick and her brothers and sister.

Forever in our hearts & Forever 29...

Eileen's funeral service will be held at St Austin’s Church, Wakefield, on Wednesday 4th March 2026 at 12 noon.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support in lieu of flowers. A donation plate will be available in church.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures.”
— Psalm 23:1–2

23/02/2026

COLIN WIPER

Passed away peacefully in Elm Lodge Care Home on 19th February, aged 89 years and of Horbury, previously Middlestown.
Beloved husband of the late Cynthia, much-loved dad of Michelle & Joanne and father-in-law of Darren & Neil, loving grandad to Amelia and a brother and friend to many who will be sadly missed.
Colin’s funeral service will take place at Wakefield Crematorium on Friday 20th March at 12.40pm.
For further information, please contact Harpin’s Funeral Service, Tel 01924 371091.

18/02/2026

We are so pleased to share that Harpin's Funeral Service has opened a new branch in Normanton.

Being able to support families within their own community means a great deal to us. Our aim is simple - to provide compassionate, personal care and steady guidance at what can be one of the most difficult times in life.

Our Normanton branch is led by Sean and Sara Harpin supported by Funeral Director Jane Britton. Jane is proud to be part of the town and is dedicated to ensuring every family feels supported, listened to and cared for from the very first conversation.

Whether you need immediate assistance, are thinking of the future, or would simply like to pop in and say hello as you're passing by on the High Street, you will always be warmly welcomed.

We look forward to serving and supporting the Normanton community for many years to come 💛

Photograph shows Sean Harpin, Georgina Harpin Shipley and Jane Britton outside the Harpin's Funeral Service branch at 26a High Street, Normanton.

16/02/2026

A Choice Funeral Plan allows you to record your wishes in advance, so your farewell is as personal and individual as you are.

The music, readings, theme, coffin choice, service location personalised details - every choice is yours.

Because it’s your story.

If you’d like to find out more, pop into branch for a chat.