In loving memory of Phil Smedley who sadly passed away on 10th February 2021. The much loved dad of Emily and Alice, dear son of John and Susan and devoted grandad of Imogen also, the much treasured brother of Andrea and Michael and a dear nephew, uncle and brother-in-law.
If you are planning to attend Phil's funeral service, our chosen dress code is smart and not black.
A collection box will be available at Barnby Moor Crematorium, the proceeds from which will fund a commemorative plaque in Doncaster Rovers Memorial Garden.
Thank you to everyone who attended and made a donation at Phil's funeral. The money collected was used for a memorial plaque in the Doncaster Rovers Memorial Garden, close to the main entrance to the Stadium. The remainder has been split evenly between CALM and RNLI and donated here. Thank you again, Andrea
Thank you to everyone who attended and made a donation at Phil's funeral. The money collected was used for a memorial plaque in the Doncaster Rovers Memorial Garden, to the left hand side of the main entrance to the Stadium. The remainder has been split evenly between MIND and RNLI and donated here. Thank you again, Andrea
Apologies, I meant CALM not MIND!
In memory of the wonderful Phil and the happy days we shared at uni
Thank you Jane, that's very kind. Andrea (Phil's sister)
Thankyou for the fun times and some wonderful memories of a wonderful son. Miss you so much. Mumsy & Pops
We all love and miss you so much. So sorry you will not be able to take Imogen to Whitby to see the lifeboats. You were a lovely grandad. Mum & Dad
We all love and miss you so much. So sorry you will not be able to take Imogen to Whitby to see the lifeboats. You were a lovely grandad.
Dearest Phil, thankyou for the fun times and some wonderful memories. Miss you, Mumsy and Pops
I shall miss you very much big Bro, especially the random phone conversations! Love Sis xx
It would be fair to say that Smed and I argued a lot! But he was a constant in my teenage years along with many of the faces in the photo above, from a trip to Guernsey. I can't quite believe that I will never get to have another debate with you Smed RIP
Thank you for posting the pic Coral, and for your lovely words, Andrea (Phil's sister)
Thank you Andrea for organising such a lovely tribute to Phil today
It was very much a group effort David - both of the family and all of you who have said such lovely things about Phil over the last few weeks. Those comments have supported us all. It was very fitting that the Celebrant read the words of the people who loved him. Thank you so much for coming yesterday, Andrea
In memory of Phil, my son David’s friend, and in honour of the great work of the RNLI
Thank you Joyce, that's very kind, Andrea (Phil's sister)
Thankyou for your kind words and your most generous donation. So many kind words have been said about Phil and they mean so much. Thankyou. Sue (Phil's mum)
Smed, far too many memories, but not too many I can write on here. From getting to know you in the 6th form at Danum, knocking around in those endless summers during Uni, tennis and bowls in Grove Park, nights in the Cumberland and round town. To being your best man, but mainly following the Rovers home and away, travelling ridiculous distances to meet up at random midweek fixtures, just for the pleasure of spending a couple of hours in your company ( it certainly wasn't for the quality of the football) - From the Conference play off final at Stoke, The Johnstone's Paint trophy final at Cardiff and that wonderful day at Wembley, all my best Rovers memories have been with you my friend. You were so much fun to be with, but I knew you always had my back. You were always there when things got tough, often with practical advice, mainly just with a pint. The love and support you showed me, Sam and the boys will be for ever appreciated. To the boys you will always be Uncle Smed, and Owen still recalls watching England away games on TV trying to spot your flag and Harvey still knocks out a 'beardy grow ' from time to time. My friend I am amazingly grateful for our years of friendship and I'll miss you so much. Next time I'm allowed into the Keepmoat I'll give them a ' Gerrit forard Rovers' just for you. Rest well Mate. xxx
Dear Gav, thankyou for your lovely words, they mean so much. Phil often told the tale of meeting up at Donny games when you had both said you were not going, him turning it you with a hey up Gav and you replying hey up Smed. Thankyou for being his friend. Sue xx
Guernsey 1987 i think
Thank you for the pictures and your kind words Rachel, Andrea (Phil's sister)
Smed, it was an absolute pleasure to spend my teens and early twenties being your friend. You never failed to make us laugh.
It was a pleasure and an honor to know Phil during my University years.
We seem to have gone on holiday to a building site. Were we practicing social distancing even then?
Portugal ‘88. At least Phil looked cool
Thank you Phil for helping make those years in middle school and at Danum so much more bearable than they would have been without you. Thank you for those many hours...days...weeks... of D&D and all the monsters we killed and gold we acquired. Thank you for making wasting time so much fun. I remember a chaotic weekend visiting you at Durham - a blur so it must have been fun. And those holidays in Guernsey and Portugal - happy days.
Thank you for your lovely words Dave, it will be good to see you on Wednesday, Andrea
Thankyou David for making me smile with your lovely comments and thankyou for coming on Wednesday, it was good to see his friends. Sue (Phil's mum)
In memory of Phil Smedley
I was very fortunate to work for Phil at NHS Wakefield PCT/CCG, but that relationship quickly blossomed into friendship. Phil often had me in stitches with his (mostly football-related) anecdotes as well as his fabulously observational humour. Quick witted, kind and wise, Phil took me under his wing and provided more than just management, he was my mentor and guide as I navigated through the complex world of mental health commissioning. Phil was passionate about his work and exacting in his expectations of a good job well done - as much of himself as of everyone else. I was so sad to hear of his untimely passing, the world is a poorer place without him in it. My very sincere condolences to Phil's family and friends xxx
Thank you Cat, it's been wonderful to find out how well liked and respected Phil was at work. Andrea (Phil's sister)
We are so sorry at the loss of our nephew and cousin at such a young age. Our thoughts are with the family.
Thank you Uncle Brian, it will be good to see you on Wednesday, Andrea x
It was good to see you and Andrew last week, thankyou for coming and for your generous donations. Sue
Shandy in a pub garden...80's style. With love from our family to yours. Memories that last, and make us smile. RIP Phil.
What a blast from the past! Thank you Vanessa, Andrea x
We remember that day very well and others spent in
Well, I will try that again, we remember that day very well and others spent in
It would be fair to say that Smed and I argued a lot! But he was a constant in my teenage years along with many of the faces in the photo above, from a trip to Guernsey. I can't quite believe that I will never get to have another debate with you Smed RIP
Guernsey 1987 i think
Smed, it was an absolute pleasure to spend my teens and early twenties being your friend. You never failed to make us laugh.
We seem to have gone on holiday to a building site. Were we practicing social distancing even then?
Portugal ‘88. At least Phil looked cool
Shandy in a pub garden...80's style. With love from our family to yours. Memories that last, and make us smile. RIP Phil.
The very last time we went abroad following England - June 2016 in Saint-Raphaël in the south of France, en route to Nice
Usher at my wedding. My privilege.
Late teens, usually found propping up the bar and requiring unwanted interlopers to "Be gone, Foul Demon."
The legendary 1987 Guernsey holiday. Day after day of sunshine and laughs
June 1986, I'm pretty sure. With Dave, Laura, Rachel, me and Steve
This is what we looked like , aged 16. Pretty irresistible
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