David Knowles Funeral Service

13/02/2026

The family of the late Bryan Wood have asked me to share the details of his Funeral which are as follows:

WOOD
Bryan

Sadly in hospital on 10th February surrounded by his loving family, Bryan aged 36 years. Treasured and forever loved Son of Sandra. Adored and witty Brother of Donna and the late Craig. Beloved Nephew of Linda and Brian and also a very much loved Cousin of Julie, Debbie and Vicky. Bryan will also be sadly missed by his faithful companion Pippa.
Service and Cremation takes place in the Maplewood Chapel, Stockton Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd March at 11:00am.
Would friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel.
Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu if so desired to The Golf Foundation. Donations can be made and memories of Bryan can be shared by visiting Bryan’s online tribute page by using the following link, https://bryan-wood.muchloved.com/ a collection will also be available at the Crematorium.
All enquiries to David Knowles Funeral Service, 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe, Yarm. Tel: 01642 929090.

11/02/2026

All ready and prepared to welcome the team from MHA Montpellier Manor Care Home for a tour of our Funeral Home and a talk on the role of the Funeral Director and the evolution of Funerals.
If you or anyone you know would like a talk please get in touch, I am more than happy to support.

09/02/2026

We have received this lovely ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐review over the weekend.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It truly means a great deal to us. It was an honour to support you and your family during such a difficult time and I’m glad we were able to provide the care, guidance and reassurance you needed. Ensuring your Dad received the send-off he deserved was incredibly important to us and I’m grateful for the trust you placed in us. Thank you again for your recommendation, it is very much appreciated.
David

07/02/2026

We’re delighted and honoured to once again sponsor Yarm Fun Run this year. 🏃‍♂️

As a local, independent and family run business, supporting our community is at the heart of everything we do. We’re very proud to support events that promote wellbeing, togetherness and positivity for families across Yarm and the surrounding area.

In addition to designing our event banners, David Knowles has sponsored our event water bottles this year!

David supports a wide range of local clubs and events and is a real community hero!

04/02/2026

We’re very proud to renew our sponsorship of Yarm Cricket Club 🏏
Supporting our local community and the people who live, work and grow within it means a great deal to us.
Yarm Cricket Club is a brilliant example of that community spirit and we’re delighted to continue our support.

Many thanks to for renewing their Scoreboard Sponsorship for 2026. Great to have you with us again and look forward to seeing you in Staffords Bar at some point during the season.

Be sure to give David a follow. He supports so many in our community, whether it's via his business or the work he does with local charities, groups and sports clubs.

If you think can help support your business, then drop us a DM. We have many advertising packages available and all can be tailored to suit your business.

03/02/2026

The family of the late Gwynneth Stephenson have asked me to share the following information:

STEPHENSON
Gwynneth

Peacefully in hospital on 31st January surrounded by her loving family, Gwynneth aged 68 years. Dearly beloved Wife of David and also a courageous and selfless Mam, Sis, Grandma G, Auntie, Neice, Cousin and friend who will be very sadly missed forever.
In accordance with Gwynneth’s wishes there will be no Funeral service.
Donations can be made in memory of Gwynneth to Macmillan Cancer Support. Donations can be made and memories of Gwynneth can be shared by visiting Gwynneth’s online tribute page by using the following link, https://gwynnethstephenson.muchloved.com/
All enquiries to David Knowles Funeral Service, 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe, Yarm: 01642 929090.

30/01/2026

The family of the late Leslie Simpson have asked me to share the details of his Funeral which are as follows:

SIMPSON
Leslie
‘Les’

Peacefully in hospital on 28th January after a short illness and surrounded by his loving family, Les aged 81 years. Much loved Husband of Christine. Special Dad of Kathryn and Elizabeth. Loving Father-in-Law of Steve and also a devoted Grandad of Amy.
Service and Cremation takes place in the Maplewood Chapel, Stockton Crematorium on Monday 16th February at 12 Noon.
Would friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. A splash of red can be worn if desired.
Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu if so desired to Great North Air Ambulance Service. Donations can be made and memories of Leslie can be shared by visiting Leslie’s online tribute page by using the following link, https://leslie-simpson-1944-2026.muchloved.com/ a collection will also be available at the Crematorium.
All enquiries to David Knowles Funeral Service, 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe, Yarm. Tel: 01642 929090.

30/01/2026

The family of the late Ian Vickers have asked me to share the details of his Funeral which are as follows:

VICKERS
Ian

Peacefully in hospital on 21st January, after a short illness and with his children by his side, Ian aged 78 years. Devoted Husband of the late Su. Much loved Partner of Kathy. Heroic Dad to Paul and Naomi and also a fun loving Grandad to Isla and Edward.
Service and Cremation takes place in the Chapel of St Bede, Teesside Crematorium on Friday 20th February at 2:00pm.
Would friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel.
Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu if so desired to Sarcoma UK, British Heart Foundation or Parkinsons UK. Donations can be made and memories of Ian can be shared by visiting Ian’s online tribute page by using the following link, https://ian-vickers-1947-2026.muchloved.com/ a collection will also be available at the Crematorium.
All enquiries to David Knowles Funeral Service, 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe, Yarm. Tel: 01642 929090.

29/01/2026

The family of the late Jim Parker have asked me to share the details of his Funeral which are as follows:

PARKER
Jim

Unexpectedly in hospital on 22nd January following a short illness and with his family around him, Jim aged 73 years. Caring and loving Husband of Ann. Devoted Dad of Gavin and Andrea. Kind and gentle Father-in-Law of Dorina and Adam. Eldest Brother of Ian, Alastair and Larry and also a very proud Papa of Ivy and Wilf.
Service to take place in St Martin and St Hilary’s Church, Kirklevington on Friday 20th February at 11:30am followed by burial within the Churchyard.
Would friends please meet at Church.
Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu if so desired to UK Wild Otter Trust. Donations can be made and memories of Jim can be shared by visiting Jim’s online tribute page by using the following link, https://jimparker.muchloved.com/ a collection will also be available at Church.
All enquiries to David Knowles Funeral Service, 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe, Yarm. Tel: 01642 929090.

28/01/2026

We received this lovely ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Google Review yesterday.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and heartfelt review. It truly means more to us than I can put into words. It was an honour to care for your Husband and to support you and your family during such a difficult and emotional time.
I’m so glad that our guidance brought you some comfort when you needed it most. Helping families create a meaningful and personal celebration of life is at the very heart of what we do and knowing it helped you through those moments means everything.
Thank you again for your kind words and trust. Please know I’m always here for you should you ever need anything.

27/01/2026

Designing a memorial isn’t really about stone. It’s about memory, meaning and doing justice to a life that mattered.

We proudly work with our friends at Mindful Memorials to help create bespoke and meaningful memorials.

For more information call 01642 929090, visit our website, https://davidknowlesfuneralservice.co.uk/memorials-and-headstones or take a look around our design studio which is above our Funeral Home at 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe.

26/01/2026

The family of the late Louis Khan have asked me to share the details of his Funeral which are as follows:

KHAN
Louis

Peacefully at home on 25th January surrounded by his loving family, Louis aged 82 years. Loving Husband of Diana. Caring and supportive Dad of Tony, Samantha, Stephanie, Victoria and Rebecca. A wonderful Grandad of William, Harry, Charlotte, Samuel, Izzy, George, Thomas, Sofia and Olivia and also a devoted Great Grandad of Joel, Amelia and Ivy.
Service and Cremation takes please in the Maplewood Chapel, Stockton Crematorium on Thursday 5th February at 10:00am.
Would friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel.
Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu if so desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. Donations can be made and memories of Louis can be shared by visiting Louis’s online tribute page by using the following link, https://louiskhan.muchloved.com/ a collection will also be available at the Crematorium.
All enquiries to David Knowles Funeral Service, 4 Mandale Park, Urlay Nook Road, Eaglescliffe, Yarm. Tel: 01642 929090.