EvelynWALSHEBorn in Bridgwater, Somerset, Jill was a long-standing resident of Oakwood, Derby, having previously lived in Matlock. Wherever she made her home, she was a deeply respected member of both her community and her church, where her Christian faith was the foundation of her life.
Jill enjoyed a varied and fulfilling career, including roles within insurance, with the Arkwright Society, and in Local Government in both Matlock and Derby. She took great pride in her work, particularly within the Policy Units, where her meticulous attention to detail and natural investigative ability, underpinned by a strong interest in local and family history, ensured she consistently delivered an exceptional standard of service.
A generous and compassionate individual, Jill devoted time to charitable causes, including collecting for DAB, and served as a qualified member of St John Ambulance. She had a great love of nature and animals, and her curiosity led her to travel widely with her daughters. Principled and inquisitive, she was always in search of truth and knowledge. She greatly valued education and continued to develop new skills throughout her life, including learning to play the piano. Always ahead of her time, Jill had a quiet way of setting trends rather than following them.
She will be dearly missed by her loving family, including her twin sister and her two daughters.
Jill's funeral service will be held at St Mary's Church, Crich on Tuesday 14th July 2026 at 11:00am followed by a burial in Crich Cemetery.
Donations made in lieu can be sent to Alzheimer's Society & Dementia Palliative Care Services, Derby.
Family request attendees to wear a "splash of blue in Jill's memory"
Fellows Funeral Directors
156 Station Road, Mickleover, Derby
01332 511119
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