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. Doreen Wood
Doreen Margaret Wood passed away peacefully at Laureate Court Care Home in Rotherham on January 16, aged 105 years. Beloved wife of the late Frank Wood and late Eric Wood. A much-loved Mum of Martin, Christine and Stephen and a loving Nana and Great Nana. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral Service will take place at Lawnswood Crematorium on Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 3.15pm. Friends please accept this intimation. Enquiries to Coop Funeralcare, Headingley 0113 2242443 | Submitted
2. Patricia Mary Hopkinson (née Hoyle)
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, passed away peacefully at home, aged 91 years. The beloved wife of the late Ronald and a much-loved aunt. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Cottingley Hall Crematorium on Friday, February 20 at 10am prior to cremation. All enquiries to Thomasons Funeral Service, 137 Easterly Road, Oakwood, Leeds LS8 2RY. Tel: 0113 2482899 | Submitted
3. Terry Mylan
Passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026 at LGI Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Audrey. Devoted Dad to Valerie, father in law to Mervyn. Treasured grandad to the late David. Funeral service will be held at Lawnswood Crematorium, Wednesday, February 4 at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired can be made at the service for the benefit of British Heart Foundation. Friends please accept this intimation. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare, Horsforth. Tel: 0113 2586921 | Submitted
4. Mary Patricia Booth
Please pray for the soul of Mary Patricia Booth who passed away peacefully on January 3, aged 92 years. Much-loved mum of Brendan and Michael, a loving grandma and friend to many. Mary will be received into St Theresa's Catholic Church, Crossgates on the evening of February 4 at 5pm and where Requiem Mass will be celebrated on the February 5 at 12.30pm, prior to private cremation. No flowers by request, for any donations in Mary's memory a plate will be available at church. May she rest in eternal peace. All enquiries to Hughes Funeral Services, Crossgates Tel: 0113 2326900 | Submitted
5. Jean Hiley (née Paisley)
Passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, aged 99 years. Beloved wife of the late Norman Hiley. Much-loved mother of Peter and Paul, sadly gone too soon. Cherished mother-in-law and adored Grandma and Great Grandma. A woman of deep faith, Jean is now resting in the loving arms of her Lord and Saviour. She will be remembered for her kindness, generosity and unwavering devotion to her family and faith. A memorial service will be held at Moortown Baptist Church on Thursday, Feb 5 at 2.30pm. Jesus said, ‘I am the Resurrection and the Life. No-one comes to the Father except by me.’ John 11:25 | Submitted
6. Jean Drake
Peacefully after a short illness on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at St James Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Harry Drake. Much-loved mother to John and Philip Drake. Loving grandma of Becky, Esther and Aidan Drake. The committal service is at Lawnswood Crematorium on Monday, February 9 at 10.45am, followed by a Thanksgiving service at Crossgates Methodist Church at noon. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu can be made to The Salvation Army and The Camphill Village Trust for which a plate will be provided. Friends, please accept this invitation. All enquiries to Wm Dodgson Son Funeral Services, 279 Selby Road, Halton, Leeds, Yorkshire, LS15 7JS Tel: 0113 2645587 | Submitted