Tributes paid to ‘down-to-earth’ man who died suddenly

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Tributes have been paid to a ‘down-to-earth’ man who died suddenly at home. Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements.

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Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here. Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084.

Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

(Scottie) Passed away suddenly at home on 5th August 2026. Scottie was a down-to-earth man who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a loving and devoted Dad to Juliette, Oliver and Matilda, and a much-loved Grandad to Louis. Scottie’s passing has left a great sadness for his family, who will hold close the many memories they shared with him. A private family service will take place. For any further details, please contact the family directly.

Of Orwell, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2nd 2026, in Addenbrookes Hospital, aged 96 years. Beloved husband of the late Doreen, loving father of Elizabeth and Gary and sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service on Tuesday, August 25th at 12-30pm at Cambridge City Crematorium, East Chapel. No flowers by request, donations are gratefully accepted for The Royal Papworth Hospital Charity which may be made via his ‘donate in memory’ page at www.jeremyrulefunerals.co.uk or cash donations may be given at the funeral.

Of Melbourn, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2nd 2026, in a care home in Melbourn, aged 94 years. Beloved husband of Pat, loving father of Suzanne and Gregory and a much-loved grandfather and great grandfather. Ken will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. A private burial will take place. A Service of Thanksgiving for Ken’s life will be held on Wednesday August 26th at 12noon at Melbourn United Reformed Church. Family flowers only please, donations are gratefully accepted for Alzheimer’s Research UK and may be made via his ‘donate in memory’ page at www.jeremyrulefunerals.co.uk or cash donations may be given at the service.

of Sawston and formerly of Hildersham, passed away suddenly at Addenbrooke’s Hospital on Sunday 26th July 2026, aged 58 years. Beloved partner of Sarah, much loved son of the late Reuben and May Dry, dearly loved brother of Maggie, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, son-in-law, and friend. Maurice will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service at Cam Valley Crematorium, Great Chesterford, CB10 2FE on Friday 4th September at 11.30am. If wished, please wear a touch of red. Family Flowers only please, but if wished donations may be made payable to British Heart Foundation or East Anglian Air Ambulance sent c/o H. J. Paintin Ltd, 43 High Street, Linton, Cambridge, CB21 4HS.

Sadly passed away at home on Monday 13th July 2026 aged 61 years. The funeral service in memory of Craig will be held at Peterborough Crematorium on Monday 24th August 2026 at 09:30am. For any enquiries, please contact Central Co-op Funeral Service, Fitzwilliam Street, Peterborough, PE1 2RX Tel: 01733 763366

(Philip) Suddenly at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge on Saturday 25th July 2026, Howard aged 76 years. The dearly loved husband of Jackie, a devoted father and grandad, adored brother, uncle, great uncle, neighbour and friend. Funeral service and interment at The Arbory Trust, Barton on Tuesday 25th August 2026 at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in Howard’s memory for The Fire Fighters Charity, can made at the service or online to the charity https://firefighterscharity.tributefunds.org.uk/In-Memory/Howard-Morley Funeral services entrusted to Woodland Wishes Funeral Services, 4 High Street, Fulbourn, Cambridge CB21 5DH. Tel:01223 880002

Of St Ives, formerly of Soham, went to be with the Lord, on August 5th 2026 aged 81 years. Dear Husband of Sheila for 61 years, Loving Brother of Margaret and Uncle of Mark and Stuart. Richard worked at Cambridge Magistrates Court for 27 years. A Thanksgiving Service to take place at Huntingdon Crematorium, on Friday September 11th 2026 at 12 Noon, followed by Interment at Ramsey Road Cemetery, St Ives. Family flowers only, donations if desired made payable to Through Faith Missions or Ely and District Cat’s Protection, may be sent c/o Easton and Cook Independent Funeral Service, 2B Harding Way, St Ives, Cambs, PE27 3WR, Tel 01480 301400

(Sue) Peacefully passed away on the 1st August 2026, aged 74 years. Beloved Wife, Mother and Nanny who will be sadly missed. A Church service will take place on Tuesday 18th August at 2.30pm at St Laurence’s Church, Foxton, CB22 6RP Family flowers only please. If desired, donations for Addenbrookes Charitable Trust (ACT) may be made via Sue’s In Memory Page at www.newlingsofroyston.co.uk or sent to Newlings of Royston, Fish Hill, Royston SG8 9LB Tel: 01763 242375

Died peacefully at Addenbrookes Hospital on 28th July 2026. She was a beloved wife the late Stuart, and loving mum to Lynne and Dawn and mother-in-law to Peter and Nigel, special grandma to Eleanor, Annabel and Charlotte and great-nanna to Thaddeus, Milo and Rafi. The funeral service and celebration of her life will be at 11.30 am at The Salvation Army Hall, Cottenham on Monday 24th August 2026. Family flowers only, but donations to Camsight and RNIB Talking Books can be made at the service or sent c/o Richard Stebbings Funeral Services Limited, Kendal House, Cambridge Road, Impington, Cambridge, CB24 9YS

In Memoriams

In loving memory of my dear mum, who died August 14th 1992. Also remembering my dear auntie Edna Fisher, who died September 5th 2012. Love and miss you. Paula

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