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It is with sadness that we share the death of
Arthur James Whitfield
12 March 1941 – 18 October 2026
Funeral notice
Arthur taught maths at Brackenford High School for 38 years, and half the town still remembers him with chalk in hand, patiently explaining the same problem for the fifth time. Saturday mornings meant the market, Sundays meant the allotment, and summer evenings meant a game of chess on the bench outside the library.
He loved a long walk on the fells, the apples from his own tree and his grandchildren, who heard more about the Lake District than any guidebook could tell them.
Much loved husband of Margaret, dad to Peter and Nick, and grandad to four.
Funeral arrangements
Service
Wednesday 4 November 2026, 11:00
St Mary’s Church, BrackenfordBurial
Afterwards, around 12:15
Brackenford Cemetery, Mill LaneFlowers and donations
Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to the Vale Community Hospice.
Afterwards
Everyone is welcome to join the family at The Plough, High Street.
Guest book
Messages from family, neighbours and former pupils. Each one is published once the family has approved it.
“Mr Whitfield was the first teacher who made me feel I could actually do maths. Thank you for your patience, sir.”
“I will miss our games on the library bench, Arthur. I am keeping the white pieces for you.”
“Thinking of Margaret and the boys. A kind, honest man who always had time for everyone.”
“Grandad, I promise to look after the apple tree. We love you.”
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Tributes
The family can add a tribute to the notice board on these dates.
- Funeral service4 November 2026
- Birthday remembrance12 March 2027
- First anniversary18 October 2027