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The obituary notice of David ABBERLEY

Stockton Brook | Published in: Stoke Sentinel.

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DavidABBERLEYRetired Inspector Staffordshire Police.

Passed away peacefully on March 11th 2026 at the RSUH, after a short illness, David, aged 78 years, of Stockton Brook.

Dearly loved husband of Dereth, much loved dad of Robert and his partner Rachel, dearest twin brother of John and a dear brother in law and uncle. David will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday April 7th at 12.45pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside.

No flowers please, donations preferred for the Midlands Air Ambulance.

Donations and enquiries to:- Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880

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Published: 20/03/2026

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Will always remember you being a great neighbour to us

Donation left by Marilyn Lawton

07/04/2026

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Dave and I go back to our time in the Scouts nearly seventy years ago. Deepest sympathy to Dereth and Robert. Pater and Janice Tennant.

Donation left by Peter Tennant

01/04/2026

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Donation left by No

25/03/2026

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A lovely man. We will never forget the kindness he showed to us. We will always remember that lovely smile and how he would give his time to help and support people, A wonderful man, you will be missed Dave. Sending love and support to Dereth, family and friends.
In our thoughts
Marilyn and Dave

Marilyn & Dave

24/03/2026

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A small donation to a great charity in the name of a good human being.
You will be always fondly remembered.

Donation left by PHILIP CANNINGS

23/03/2026

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You will be missed by so many friends. I will miss your company at our Masonic meetings and especially at the festive board. You always kept us captivated with your memories of your days on the force. I feel I am a better man for knowing you.
God bless you.

Philip Cannings

23/03/2026

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Philip Cannings

23/03/2026

Mrs Jacqueline BERRISFORD

23/03/2026

Marilyn & Dave Waugh

22/03/2026

David you are now at peace
Sleep easy 💙

Rachel Gordon

20/03/2026

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