Every day, communities in Leeds must 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 special place in someone’s heart and in our city.
Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths have been announced in the obituary pages of the Yorkshire Evening Post this week.
The listings below say where they will be remembered, including funeral arrangements, and how to leave your own tributes.
The Evening Post’s death notices can be viewed and submitted to through our family notices website.
The page also has space for readers to submit their own memories and comments.
1. Heather Margaret Holm
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 2, 2025, aged 80 years. A dearly loved wife, mum, nannie, and friend to many. Heather will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her, especially her dog Pip. Funeral service to be held at Lawnswood Crematorium Chapel on December 8 at 10.45am, followed by the burial at Lawnswood Cemetery. After the funeral there will be a gathering at West Park Rugby Union Club. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be made in memory of Heather to Diabetes UK (envelopes provided). All enquiries to Wormalds Funeral Directors, Cookridge 01132584712 | Submitted
2. Dorothy Varley
Formerly of Morley aged 89, died peacefully in Mulgrave House Nursing Home on Wednesday, November 12 2025. The beloved wife of the late Derek, devoted and loving mum of Mark and Michelle and a very dear mother-in-law, grandma, great grandma, aunt, and friend. Service and cremation for Dorothy will be held at Cottingley Hall Crematorium on Wednesday, December 3 at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Dorothy for Mouth and Foot Painting Artists Charity and WWF may be left in the donation box as you leave the crematorium. All enquiries please to R J Burgess Funeral Directors. 01924 894017. | Submitted
3. Derrick Stubley 30.10.25
Peacefully at home with his family by his side, aged 96. Dearly beloved husband of the late Sheila, much loved father of Stephen, Gillian and Christina, dear father-in-law, loving grandad and great grandad. Service & cremation will take place at Rawdon Crematorium on Tuesday 2nd December at 1pm. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu if so desired to The Fire Service & Yorkshire Air Ambulance for which a plate will be available at the service. Friends please accept this intimation. Enquiries to Kettleys Funeral Service Tel 01132503716 | Submitted
4. Denis O'Connor
Passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, aged 78. A loving brother to the late Brian and Christine, uncle to Sarah and Mark and great-uncle to Lucy and Shannon. Much-loved and cherished friend of many. Full Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday, December 11, 2pm at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Bismarck Street, Leeds 11. Donations in lieu of Cancer Research UK. | Submitted
5. Heather Margaret Holm
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 2, 2025, aged 80. A dearly-loved wife, mum, nannie, and friend to many. Heather will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her, especially her dog Pip. Funeral service to be held at Lawnswood Crematorium Chapel on December 8 at 10.45am, followed by the burial at Lawnswood Cemetery. After the funeral there will be a gathering at West Park Rugby Union Club. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be made in memory of Heather to Diabetes UK (envelopes provided). All enquiries to Wormalds Funeral Directors, Cookridge 0113 2584712 | Submitted
6. Dorothy Varley
Formerly of Morley aged 89, died peacefully in Mulgrave House Nursing Home on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The beloved wife of the late Derek, devoted and loving mum of Mark and Michelle and a very dear mother-in-law, grandma, great grandma, aunt, and friend. Service and cremation for Dorothy will be held at Cottingley Hall Crematorium on Wednesday, December 3 at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Dorothy for Mouth and Foot Painting Artists Charity and WWF may be left in the donation box as you leave the crematorium. All enquiries please to R J Burgess Funeral Directors. 01924 894017. | Submitted