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Stephen Pettett Obituary
Chesterfield
Mr Stephen John Pettett, known as Steve, of Chesterfield, has passed away at Ashgate Hospice on August 1, 2025, aged 84 years.
Born in St Albans, Steve was a local resident for 73 years. He was a school teacher, Magistrate and University Lecturer.
His interests included watching all sports, he was a very sociable gentleman who enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and holidays.
Steve was predeceased by his loving wife Sylvia. He leaves son Nik, daughter Rachel, granddaughter Phoebe, great-grandchildren Barney and Betsy. He also leaves behind partner Pam.
Service to take place at Chesterfield Crematorium on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 10.50am.
Any donations in memory of Steve will go to Ashgate Hospice, these may be given on the day or can be sent to B. Hattersley & Sons, 211 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, S40 2BA.
(01246 232820).
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Stephen Batty
August 21, 2025
RIP Mr Pettett, you taught us empathy and compassion, the example you set for us was impeccable. A true gentleman and the perfect teacher. Thank you Sir
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Steven Bradley
August 17, 2025
Steve was my favourite teacher at Westwood School in Brimington. He was the best, nicest person around. My heartfelt condolences go to Steve's Family and loved ones.
Jo
August 17, 2025
Rest in peace Sir. A supportive, kind teacher who will be remembered by many for his encouragement in school and skiing. My thoughts are with the family x
Pat Murfin
August 17, 2025
Rest In Peace Steve. An absolute honour to have known and worked with you.
Lauren Metcalfe
August 17, 2025
Rest in peace. A genuinely nice teacher and person! He will be missed. He contributed so much to those he met! His laugh was infectious!
Amanda Tennant
August 15, 2025
Fantastic teacher RIP Sir
Angela Barnston
August 15, 2025
Steve was a genuinely nice man who was always helpful, cheerful and charming.
I had the pleasure of working with him at Westwood school and Springwell. Steve will always be affectionately known as " my second dad".
RIP, Steve. X
Allison & Nick x
August 14, 2025
Thinking of you all! a lovely man Was a pleasure to have met him x
Richard Morris
August 14, 2025
A genuinely nice man who also pulled off one of the best catches at cricket i have ever seen when we played teachers vs pupils around 1984 is. A proper legend, RIP sir.
Mark Geraghty
August 14, 2025
Steve, was an integral part of our team for during my time at Westwood (5+ years), bringing not only skill and dedication to his work, but also warmth, humour, and kindness to all who knew him.
He touched the lives of many, both professionally and personally, and his passing will be deeply felt.
Our thoughts are with Steve´s family and loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Suezy
August 14, 2025
Great teacher loved by all his students fond memories at Westwood school,love to his family and friends xx
Lisa
August 14, 2025
A lovely kind teacher who had lots of time and patience for his pupils. A nice gentleman
Peter
August 14, 2025
I remember Mr Petit shouting encouragement when doing cross country several decades ago when I was a pupil at Westwood. He was also full of praise when I did ok in the race and I never forgot those kind words, seems like a little thing but it has stuck with me.
I hope the family can take some consolation in knowing he was an inspiration to many.
RIP Sir
Marina
August 14, 2025
I have great memories of school skiing trips with Mr Pettett. A really lovely man. My condolences to all of his family.
Mick Greaves
August 14, 2025
Mr Pettett was my teacher many moons ago. A great teacher and lovely man. Rest in peace sir.
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