Funeral of "wonderful" Doncaster musician and "dedicated" teacher to take place

The funeral of a Doncaster musician described as “wonderful” and who was also a “dedicated” teacher is set to take place.

Roy Durban Jones sadly passed away at St John's Hospice on 12 December, an obituary has announced.

It added: “Roy was the cherished husband of Gill, devoted father to Sarah and Hannah, supportive step-father to Geody and the late Jackie, treasured father-in-law to Simon, proud grandad to Grace and Rose, and a dedicated teacher and wonderful musician who had an immeasurably positive impact on those whose paths he crossed in this life.

"We will be celebrating Roy's life on Thursday 15 January at The Church of St Peter & St Paul's, Barnby Dun at 11.45am followed by a crematorium service at Memoria at 1pm.

The funeral of Roy Jones will take place on January 15.placeholder image
The funeral of Roy Jones will take place on January 15.

"The crematorium service will be available to live stream HERE.”

username: yote2052 pin: 411415 and will be available to view online until 12 February 2026.

Donations will be collected for St John's Hospice & Cancer Research UK.

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