Current Funerals

These are the current funerals that we are arranging. Click on a name to see the funeral arrangements.

LESTER Anthony

TONY On 9th October 2026, Tony of Buxton passed away peacefully at The Argyle Care Home, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of Jane, father-in-law to John, and a cherished grandpa to Georgina. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday 2nd November 2026 at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Tony for The Salvation Army may be given at the service or sent to: R. W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 Tel: 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

ROBINSON Deanna

nee Tait On 9th October 2026, Deanna of Buxton passed away peacefully at The Pavilion Care Home, aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Derek, loving mother of Carl, Sharon and the late Anthony, mother in law of Sarah and Andy, a cherished grandma and great grandma. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday 4th November 2026 at 11:30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Deanna for Dementia UK may be given at the service or sent to: R W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

PATERSON Andrew

On 2nd October 2026, Andrew of Buxton passed away peacefully at Chapel Lodge Care Home, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Patricia, loving father of Margaret, Andrew, Ian and James, father-in-law of Phillip, Elaine, Franchesca and Michelle, a cherished grandad and great grandad. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday 30th October 2026 at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Andrew for RSPB may be given at the service or sent to: R. W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

MYCOCK Kevin

On 16th September 2026, Kev of Buxton passed away unexpectedly in Zimbabwe, aged 58 years. Beloved husband of Sikha, loving father of Meg and Paige, brother-in-law of Sakhie and Prince, a cherished uncle of Karl, Harry, Jessica and Ayana. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Buxton Methodist Church on Tuesday 20th October 2026, at 10am followed by committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Kev for Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital Cancer Centre may be given at the service or sent to: R.W. Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

OWEN Edith

On 24th September 2026, Edith of Harpur Hill passed away peacefully at The Cavendish Hospital, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late William Owen. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Christ Church, Burbage on Monday 26th October 2026 at 11am followed by a private committal. Donations in memory of Edith for Blythe House Hospice may be given at the service or sent to: R.W. Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

PEACH Geoffrey

On 24th September 2026, Geoff of Buxton passed away peacefully at Macclesfield General Hospital aged 84 years. Beloved husband of the late Audrey Peach, loving father of Martin and Yvonne, father-in-law of Chris and May, and a cherished grandad of Ashley and Kyle, and great grando of Mollie. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Christ Church, King Sterndale on Thursday 15th October 2026 at 2pm followed by committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Geoff for Kidney Care UK may be given at the service or sent to: R W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

CARVER Victor William

On 17th September 2026, Vic of Buxton passed away peacefully at home, aged 96 years. Beloved husband of Pauline, loving father of Charles, Jon and Ashley, and a cherished grandpop of Daniel, Matthew, Jack, and Amy. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Christ Church, Burbage on Thursday 15th October 2026 at 11am followed by burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Vic for Blythe House Hospice may be given at the service or sent to: R W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK176LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

WOOD Keith

On 6th September 2026, Keith of Buxton passed away peacefully at Stepping Hill Hospital, aged 76 years. Son of the late Vic and Betty Wood, beloved partner of Ann, loving father of Jennie, Kaye, Keith, Emily, Dawn, Victoria and their partners Kev, Stu, Gina, Ben and Ant. A much-loved grandad of Josie, Aiden, Brendan, Eryn, Eithan, Keira, Chester, Farrah and Aston, and a cherished brother of Lynda and the late Christine. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St. Peter’s Church, Fairfield on Monday 5th October 2026 at 10:30am followed by committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Keith for Windyways Trust or The Donkey Sanctuary may be given at the service or sent to: R.W. Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

TUNNICLIFFE Dorothy

On 16th September 2026, Dorothy of Buxton passed away peacefully at Stepping Hill Hospital, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Ken, loving mother of Sandra and mother-in-law to David. A much-loved grandma and great grandma. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday 8th October 2026 at 2:45pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Dorothy for Cancer Research UK may be sent to: R W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

ASHTON Gillian

On 12th September 2026, Gill of Buxton passed away peacefully at Hollin Knowle Care Home, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Brian, loving mother of Carol, mother in law of the late Richard, and a cherished nana of Katie. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at St. Peter’s Church, Fairfield on Wednesday 7th October 2026 at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Gill for Still Waters may be given at the service or sent to: R W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations **PLEASE NOTE ALL CHEQUES FOR STILL WATERS ARE PAYABLE TO : TRINITY CHURCH BUXTON

HOUSTON Sheila

On 1 September 2026, Sheila of Buxton passed away peacefully at Hollin Knowle Care Home, aged 96 years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday 21st September 2026 at 10am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Sheila for Marie Curie may be given at the service or sent to: R W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online on www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

SWINN Kevin

On 28th August 2026, Kevin of Buxton passed away peacefully at home, aged 63 years. Beloved husband of Deb, loving step-father of Katy, Zoe and Emma, a cherished grandad, a much-loved brother to Paul, Darren, Tina, Lesley and Tracey, and a special uncle. A special mention to Craig for organising his final football game. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd September 2026 at 2:45pm. By request of the family please wear an item of red. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Kevin for The Christie may be sent to: R W Percival, Belfield House, Heath Street, Buxton, SK17 6LT. Tel: 01298 23056 or made online at www.percivalfunerals.co.uk/donations

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Testimonials

What our families say

“Thank you to all the staff at R.W. Percival for the excellent service you have provided for myself and family at this very sad time.”
Elaine Johnston

Testimonials

What our families say

“Thank you to all the staff at R.W. Percival for the excellent service you have provided for myself and family at this very sad time.”
Elaine Johnston