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The obituary notice of Joan WILKINSON

Derby, 24/11/1934 - 06/06/2026 (Age 91) | Published in: funeral-notices.co.uk.

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JoanWILKINSON(Née Ward/Gooch)

Passed away at the Royal Derby Hospital surrounded by family on 6th June 2026, aged 91 years.

Much loved wife to Roy and her former husband Derek. A devoted mum to David and Nigel, cherished mother-in-law to Vicki and Anne and precious grandma to Hannah, George, Emily, Joseph, Harry, Finn and Jemima. She also leaves behind her stepson Ian and his wife Kathy. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Joan's funeral will be held on Friday, 17 July, at 13:30 in the Main Chapel at Markeaton Crematorium.

Family flowers only, please. Donations in memory of Joan will support 'Alzheimer's Society' and 'Dementia UK' and can be made at the service on online using the 'donate now' button below.

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Alzheimer's Dementia Care & Research (Alzheimer's Society)

Dementia Uk

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27/07/2026

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This is the lovely donations from the Congregation at Mums funeral. We are so very grateful for the donations and appreciate your attendance and support to what was a memorable send off, which I’m sure mum would have been very proud of. Bless you all and take care.!

Many thanks again Nigel & David

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24/07/2026

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Joan – the Loveliest of Aunts you could ever wish for was our dearest Aunty Joan! The loveliest sister too to my mum Jean I must add for nigh on 90 years!! Many a happy memory to cherish - be it from family Christmas parties and gatherings in Derby, to holiday meet-ups from Cornwall to Canada, to Aunty Joan – Taxi rides to Allestree fishing lakes or Willington canal when growing up, to indelible memories of being chased around the back garden Joan scissors waving for haircuts (when we were aged 5 or so), and more – so many memories to fondly reminisce on. Such an engaging smile, mischievous laugh, just the right encouraging or funny word to fit the moment, and always a kind light to all. So much to miss, but equally much to fondly remember and smile about. And be reassured that such Joan qualities live on through her close family.
With love, gratitude and prayers at this time, Michael & family XX

Michael Rivett

16/07/2026

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Michael Rivett

16/07/2026

In fondest memory of the loveliest Aunt you could ever wish for! Many a happy memory to cherish over a life well lived with ever a cheerful, heartfelt word always to all. Such an engaging smile and laugh Aunty Joan to second none! With fondest love and thankfulness, Michael xx

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16/07/2026

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16/07/2026

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Rest in peace Joan ~ sending love to all her family ❤️

Nichola

13/07/2026

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Nichola

13/07/2026

Joan was our very special neighbour of 23 years. A loving wife to Roy & such a kind & fun grandma to her grandchildren. Joan was kind , friendly & funny .. we will miss her smile. Sending all our love & condolences to her family at this difficult time. Thinking of you all. Angela & Dave (Tania & Nathan)xxx

Angela Allaway

02/07/2026

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Angela Allaway

02/07/2026