Peterborough obituaries: The 6 lost loved ones named among the Peterborough Telegraph’s death notices this week
These death notices were shared in the Peterborough Telegraph’s edition from Thursday, August 6
Every day, Peterborough residents say their final farewells to family members, friends, colleagues, neighbours and many other characters who have played a unique part in local life.
Some may be more well known than others, but all had a place in someone’s heart and in our communities.
Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths have been announced in the pages of the Peterborough Telegraph on Thursday, August 6.
Take a look at all six death notices and tributes below:
William Wilkinson
William Robert 'Bill' Wilkinson, of Gunthorpe, formerly Dogsthorpe.
Brother, Dad, Grandpa has sadly passed. The Funeral will take place at Peterborough Crematorium on 17th August 2026 at 10:00am.
Derrick Turner
Derrick Cyril Turner aged 99 years passed away peacefully on 14th July 2026. Beloved husband of the late Kathy. Much loved father of John and Robin.
A dear grandfather and great grandfather. The Funeral Service will be held at Peterborough Crematorium on Tuesday 18th August 2026 at 2.00pm.
No flowers please by request, donations if desired for Alzheimer's Society may be made at the service.
Enquiries to Central Co-Operative Funeralcare, Fitzwilliam Street, Peterborough PE1 2RX. Tel : 01733 763366.
Bridget Spencer
Bridget Ann Spencer peacefully passed away on 22nd July 2026, aged 78 years. Dearly loved mum and friend of many. Service of thanksgiving to take place on Friday 7th August, 11:30a.m.
at The Church of St Kyneburgha, Castor. Family flowers only, but donations if desired may be given at the service for The Church of St Kyneburgha and Riding for the Disabled.
All enquiries to Smiths Funeral Directors. Tel: 01733 347474.
Joseph Somers
Joseph Anthony Thomas 'Joe' Somers sadly passed away on Sunday 19th July 2026, aged 85 years.
Devoted husband to Pam and loving father to Phil, Dale, Sean, Lynne and Paula.
Grandad to Shannon, Megan, Ciara , Charlotte, Lucy, Polly and Cassie and great Grandad to Mila and Leo.
Joe will be greatly missed by all of his family and many friends.
The funeral service will be held at St Peter & All Souls RC Church on Monday 24th August 2026 at 12:30 followed by a cremation service at Peterborough Crematorium at 14:00.
The family would like to pay special thanks to Stagecoach for providing a fitting tribute to Joe.
Family flowers only by request but donations in memory of Joe can be made at the service for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall.
For any enquiries, please contact Central Co-op Funeral Service, Fitzwilliam Street, Peterborough, PE12RX Tel: 01733763366.
James McIntyre
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of James McIntyre on 25th July 2026, aged 90. James was a witty, kind and charming man whose greatest joy in life was his family.
He faced the challenges from 2012 with the loss of his beloved wife and diagnosis of dementia.
A dearly loved father to Christine and Clive and cherished grandfather. James will be remembered with love and gratitude.
He will be sadly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
James's funeral will be held at Peterborough Crematorium on Thursday 13th August 2026 at 4.00 pm.
Family and friends are warmly invited to join us in remembering and celebrating his life.
Colin Ladds
Colin Ladds passed away peacefully at home on 13th July, aged 90 years.
Devoted husband to Marlene and father of Andrew and David.
Funeral service to take place at Thorney Abbey on Monday 10th August at 2pm.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be left at the service to benefit Sue Ryder.