Anita Pearson
1956 - 2023 | Sheffield
Anita was a wonderful person who will be so missed by her husband David, her sons Jonathan and Chris, grandson Alfie, sister Marcia, brothers Tony and Martin, nephews and nieces, all other family and her many, many friends. She was such a kind, selfless, caring and compassionate lady with a happy face that touched everyone she met. Anita worked at the Children’s Hospital for nearly 30 years before retiring in 2016 and is fondly remembered by her ex colleagues. She enjoyed living her life and has given her family and friends many treasured memories. She still had so much to look forward to but was diagnosed with cancer in 2022. Anita managed her illness with great strength and dignity and was determined not to let it get her down. She was initially cared for at home and received tremendous support from family, friends, NHS and St Luke’s and spent her last days as an inpatient in St Luke’s, where she passed peacefully on 22 March. She will be forever in our thoughts.
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Thoughts and Donations
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Donated by David Pearson - 19/07/2026
Another birthday today Anita. I can’t believe it’s been 3 years since you had the terrible news about your diagnosis. We’ve got a 2nd grandchild now Anita - baby Zach little brother to Alfie. You would love them both so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Donated by David Pearson - 15/08/2025
Thinking of Anita on her birthday.
Donated by Anonymous - 15/08/2025
Thinking of our lovely friend Anita on her birthday. With love from Diane, Hazel, Janet, Lynn and Mary
Donated by Anonymous - 15/08/2025
£100.00 + £25.00 GiftAid
It would have been your birthday today love. I will be thinking of the many happy times that we had. I miss you so much Love David xxxxx
Donated by David Pearson - 15/08/2024
£21.60
God Bless 💞 you Anita 🌻
Donated by Joanne Shepherd - 25/11/2023
Anita was always bubbley! She made me laugh from the first time I met her. While out litter picking in her fabulous pink high vis vest I went over to introduce myself. There was also another lovely lady whom name escapes me. Anita helped out on Fox Hill Litter pickers a few times. I was so honoured to have met such a genuine human that made us all smile...and will be sadly missed by all. Until we meet again...God Bless.xxxxx
Added by Joanne Shepherd - 25/11/2023
£13.00 + £3.25 GiftAid
Anita, a wonderful lady who will be remembered for her love and kindness. Rest in peace ❤️
Donated by Mary Mackrell - 31/05/2023
£13.00 + £3.25 GiftAid
Always in my thoughts, a wonderful lady to work with.
Donated by Elizabeth Anne Newell - 16/05/2023
I first knew Anita when she was 11 years old and have many memories to treasure of happy times. Anita, you were a very special lady, kind, caring and fun, and always thinking of and looking after others - family and friends. Reading your wonderful tributes, you have been an inspiration to many and you will be truly missed beyond measure. Although I didn't see as much of you in recent years, we remained good friends and I knew you were always there. It was a privilege to have known you, and an honour to have been your sister-in-law. You will never be forgotten. Sending much love to David, Jon and Chris X
Added by Rita Challenger - 27/04/2023
Anita was such a lovely lady. She was so kind caring and friendly. We treasure our memories of the times that we shared with her as members of the Wednesday Wayfarers. Our thoughts are with David and family. Love Glenys and Jim
Donated by Anonymous - 23/04/2023
£21.60
Reading all tributes Anita was a wonderful nurse and human being a wonderful wife and mother. I'm glad I knew.
Donated by ELAINE NEEDHAM - 23/04/2023
My heartfelt condolences to Anita's family and friends. It was a privilege to work with and learn from Anita. She had a huge positive influence at the Children's Hospital. The Lady with the Kind Heart. Words cannot do justice.
Added by Geraint Davies - 23/04/2023
£20.00 + £5.00 GiftAid
I will forever feel privileged to have been blessed and lucky to have had Anita in my life. For me, Anita was an inspiration a confident and someone who I will always strive to be like. She touched me and as such a light was lit. I will never forget her and that light will burn always. I thank her for all that she was and for being my wonderful friend. I hope she sleeps easy now and hope to see her again one day X
Donated by Charlotte Squires - 22/04/2023
£621.00
Cash collection from Anita’s funeral at Grenoside Crematorium on 21 April 2023
Donated by Anonymous - 22/04/2023
Heart-felt condolences to David and family. Never met anyone like her. An example to us all - never sorry for herself, generous of spirit, unselfish, fantastic team player, so supportive. Her presence and influence was very real at SCH. It was a privilege knowing her.
Donated by Rob John - 21/04/2023
£15.00 + £3.75 GiftAid
With love from Linda and Ian
Donated by Linda O’Mara - 21/04/2023
I was blessed to have known Anita. She was always friendly and helpful, and was also good fun.
Donated by Anonymous - 21/04/2023
£25.00 + £6.25 GiftAid
A Lovely lady who will be missed by all her family and friends x. Paul Rowen, Grenoside walking group
Donated by Paul Rowen - 21/04/2023
£54.60 + £13.65 GiftAid
A lovely friendly and thoughtful lady who will be sadly missed by all her walking friends. Our thoughts are with David and his family. Lots of love from Robert and Lynda.
Donated by Robert Wardle - 21/04/2023
A truly wonderful and kind colleague. Condolences to your family, friends and SCH colleagues. Lots of love, Sylvia and "little Lizzy" xx
Donated by Elizabeth Blythe - 21/04/2023
In memory of a very much loved friend x
Donated by Kim Bilby - 21/04/2023
Donated by Kathryn Wragg - 21/04/2023
We are so privileged to have had such a wonderful, kind and inspirational friend and colleague. We miss you. Words simply cannot do justice in expressing our gratitude for all you have given and our sorrow for the immense loss felt by so many, but especially your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Added by John Cashman - 20/04/2023
Anita you will always be an inspiration to me. Always kind, caring and lovely to the core. I feel so privileged to have worked with you for so many years. You definitely was my work mum!! But most importantly a truly beautiful friend. I will miss you so much, all my love Tricia, Craig, Edith and Stanley xXXx
Donated by Tricia Gibson - 20/04/2023
A beautiful human being and wonderful friend.
Donated by Kate Evans - 20/04/2023
Auntie Anita, Such a wonderful human! Sleep tight. We love you lots xx
Added by Donna Swift - 20/04/2023
£75.00 + £18.75 GiftAid
We will all miss you so much Anita a beautiful lady inside & out Gone but never forgotten From us all at Sheffield Children's Hospital xxx
Donated by Anonymous - 20/04/2023
Donated by Lynne Holloway - 20/04/2023
I feel blessed to have known Anita. She was always so kind and friendly . We have many memories shared being part of the weekender ladies , starting in Centre Parcs and moving onto beautiful Yorkshire . We had many laughs on those weekends away ,being lost , getting found , the Skipton , Shipley mix up ! Lots of happy memories of a lovely person x Lynne x
Added by Lynne Holloway - 20/04/2023
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We only got to know Anita in later years through David when we used to meet up on our long winter holidays in Tenerife. Lots of fun, wine and food. Anita was such a caring person and will be sadly missed by all. Peter and Eileen
Donated by Peter Fisher - 20/04/2023
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Thank you Anita, for being such a wonderful friend and colleague. We will all miss you very much, brave and beautiful lady xxx
Donated by Anonymous - 20/04/2023
Lovely Anita I can only add to the amazing tributes to you that it has been a pleasure being your sister in law and I will miss you dearly Lots of love Diane Special love from Donna and family xx
Added by Diane Jenkins - 19/04/2023
Farewell to my wonderful sister. Never a wrong word between us in over 60 years. Such a caring and unselfish sister respected by everyone who touched her meaningful life. How I now miss her elongated Sunday morning phone calls. Loving brother Tony
Donated by Anthony Jenkins - 19/04/2023
£50.00 + £12.50 GiftAid
Donated by Chris Stocks - 19/04/2023
I/we would like to express our deepest sadness at the passing of Anita. I first knew her many years ago whilst we were both working at Sheffield Children's Hospital. Our paths met again when at the start of COVID Anita approach the surgery, she was a patient, to see if she could volunteer her services. This offer was greatly appreciated and readily accepted and Anita soon became an integral part of the surgery's COVID Vaccination Team ! She was our meet and greet angel - calming patients down on arrival and ensuring the smooth running of many of the busy clinics. Our thoughts are with her family at this time - Chris Stocks Practice Manager on behalf of everyone at Grenoside Surgery
Added by Chris Stocks - 19/04/2023
Anita was an amazing, caring and loving person who will be dearly missed. I will never forget how she helped me through tough times. Always in my thoughts xx
Donated by Emma Downing - 18/04/2023
£54.60 + £13.65 GiftAid
Will be sadly missed Bob and Janet
Donated by Robert Burgin - 18/04/2023
To the most incredible lady I’ve ever met, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family. You were so welcoming from the moment I met you, and I feel so lucky to have known you. You are so strong and inspiring and will be missed by so many people. You will always be in my thoughts and I will never stop talking about the lovely memories we have together. All my love, Francesca xxx
Donated by Francesca Farrelly - 17/04/2023
Anita was a very special person who enriched the life of so many people. I am sorry that our paths didn’t cross earlier but I will cherish the memories and always remember the laughter and the courageous way she faced life's challenges. She will be sorely missed x
Donated by Sue Brookes - 15/04/2023
The most amazing , thoughtful , inspirational lady I have ever met. Thank you for all your support and guidance especially in my early years as a scrub nurse. I was so lucky to learn from the best xx
Donated by Jane Hammill - 15/04/2023
Anita I was truly blessed to have you as a friend. I loved your kind nature, your love for life, your love for your beautiful family and the generosity you shared with people less fortunate than yourself. Your sense of humour was infectious. I'd love it when you'd ring and say shall we go for a cheeky afternoon drink which invariably led to quite a few cheeky drinks!!! The holidays, parties, days out will never be forgotten. The times when you listened to my problems and the advice you offered were invaluable. I will miss you so much but I will never forget you. Sleep tight my lovely, lovely friend.
Added by Kim Bilby - 14/04/2023
Anita was the loveliest and most caring person who made a positive difference to the lives of so many people, and it was a privilege to have her as a friend. She is, and always will be, sorely missed. Janet and Mick
Donated by Anonymous - 13/04/2023
£13.00
So many wonderful memories of an incredible friend and an beautiful person inside and out.
Donated by Elaine k Walker - 13/04/2023
Donated by Diane Pidd - 13/04/2023
Anita was the most selfless, caring, fun loving, inspiring and thoughtful person. She enhanced the life of anyone fortunate enough to meet her, with Anita others always came first. The dignified and courageous way she dealt with her last few months was just Anita, still only thinking of others right until the end of her life. Anita thank you for giving us lots of precious memories to treasure, thank you for being a true friend you will be truly missed beyond belief, Diane and Stuart xx
Added by Diane Pidd - 13/04/2023
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Beautiful Anita, she was one of the nicest and most caring of friends who made everyone who came into her life feel so special, but as we all know it was Anita who was the special one. All our Love Angela and Nigel
Donated by Anonymous - 11/04/2023
It was such a privilege to have Anita as a friend. She enriched my life with her humour and caring ways and I will treasure the many happy memories we made. I will miss her so much. She remains an inspiration to us all. Mary
Donated by Mary Wilson - 11/04/2023
Anita,you were a wonderful,kind and compassionate sister.Thank you for all you gave me; love,support and a thousand magic memories.You were loved beyond measure and i will miss you forever
Donated by Martin Jenkins - 10/04/2023
Anita, my wonderful sister. Thank you for being with me every step of the way and for your love and support. I am so proud of all you achieved in life, living it to the full and the bravery you showed in those last few months. I couldn't have wished for a more caring and loving sister and I will miss you dearly x
Donated by Marcia Burke - 10/04/2023
Anita - the most wonderful, kind, warm lady. Thank you for your guidance, support & unconditional love. You were one of a kind. With all our love, Emily & Ben x
Donated by Emily Burke - 09/04/2023
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Anita, you were a truly wonderful person and your kindness knew no bounds. I feel so grateful to have known you and for all the lovely memories I have of you from childhood to adulthood. You certainly changed the lives of all those around you with your big heart and enthusiasm for everything. I will miss you dearly. Katie, David & Isabella xx
Donated by Katie Simmerson - 09/04/2023
£25.00 + £6.25 GiftAid
We are so incredibly lucky to have had Anita as our close friend for over 30 years. She was a wonderful, kind, caring, selfless, inspirational person. We have shared so many fabulous holidays, Evenings out, boozy train trips, lots of fun and laughter, happy and sad tears over the years. Life won't be the same without her. We loved her and she is missed so very much.
Donated by Lynn Simmerson - 09/04/2023
Donated by Marcus Walker - 08/04/2023
Anita was one of the loveliest people o have ever had the pleasure to know. I feel honoured to have been her colleague and friend. She was the bravest person I have ever known. Xx
Donated by Jane Ornsby - 06/04/2023
Anita was a lovely person with a special gift to welcome and include others. I admired her compassion, positivity and zest for life which shone brightly right to the end of her life. Happy memories of chats and laughter on Wednesday walks, not forgetting enjoyable book club gatherings. As so many testify, friendship with Anita was enriching and it was a privilege to have known her.
Donated by Janet Linton - 06/04/2023
We have very fond memories of Anita and the interesting conversations we had whilst out walking. Lovely day spent out walking with Dave and Anita in Tenerife. We will miss your lovely smile. Love Bill and Brenda
Donated by William Phillips - 05/04/2023
We didn’t know Anita for long but what a lovely person,we remember meeting up in Tenerife for a meal,sadly missed.Mary & Trevor
Donated by Mary and Trevor Ryder - 04/04/2023
£25.00
Emily my son Bens girlfriend is already part of our family and we were looking forward to meeting all of her family, sadly now there will be one person less her aunt Anita. Rest in peace Anita Frankie and Jacques. X
Donated by Francine Dinsley - 04/04/2023
£21.60 + £5.40 GiftAid
Beautiful person and was always a lovely friend. ❤xx
Donated by Marie Bridges - 03/04/2023
£10.00
Donated by Janet King - 02/04/2023
Anita was an incredibly caring lady with an infectious smile. She will be sadly missed. Jean & Gordon
Donated by Gordon Brackenbury - 01/04/2023
£21.60 + £5.40 GiftAid
I didn’t know Anita very well but every time we met the love for her family was so amazing no wonder she was loved so much
Donated by Kathryn Farrelly - 01/04/2023
£30.00 + £7.50 GiftAid
I will treasure our memories always. Thank you for being my friend, for all if the good times, for all of the support, for all of the kindness youve given and shown me over the years. Im so grateful to have had you in my life and i will miss you very much. Sending love and thoughts to your family at this time.💛
Donated by Lauren Swift - 01/04/2023
I’m so proud of you mum! Thank you for everything xx
Donated by Jonathan Pearson - 31/03/2023
I will always remember our working years together. You were supportive of me, you helped me when i needed someone, you gave me sound career advice. You were a mother figure in so many ways of the word. You worked so hard and were so inspiring to me. So many people say currently if you can be anything be kind-that was you, always professional, always kind. I try everyday to mirror your working ethos. We became friends, so many conversations on my way home we sounded out the day to one another you’d be thinking of getting your vodka and soda in a tall glass, bought you a glass just for the occassion. We have shared so many good times, parties, day trips away, weekends away, laughing till we cried, dancing till our feet couldnt take it anymore. So happy to have all of those moments in my memory. I will miss you, i have loved to see your adventures these last few years you really did make the most of the time you had with your family. Always in touch asking about me and my boys, always there, a friend i had even if we didnt speak all the time. The most special kind of friend. My thoughts are with your family at this time, you were loved so much 💛
Added by Lauren Swift - 31/03/2023
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What a wonderful human being.
Donated by Karen Batchelor - 31/03/2023
Often enjoyed chatting to on Anita on the Wednesday walks and trips. She was always bright and cheerful and a pleasure to be with. Jean and George Dewhurst.
Donated by Anonymous - 31/03/2023
Donated by Anonymous - 30/03/2023
Anita, you had a boundless zest for love and life. This could be seen on a daily basis in your thoughtfulness at work and with family and friends. Your enthusiasm for the arts - dancing, music and reading were well known and we know brought you such pleasure. We benefitted from spending holiday time with you including when David and yourself took up skiing in your 50's, what fun! We miss you so much and the future we hoped to share with you. Rest in peace dear friend, all our love. xxx
Added by Jeanette and John Miller - 30/03/2023
Anita, you had a boundless zest for love and life. This could be seen on a daily basis in your thoughtfulness at work and with family and friends. Your enthusiasm for the arts - dancing, music and reading were well known and we know brought you such pleasure. We benefitted from spending holiday time with you including when David and yourself took up skiing in your 50's, what fun! We miss you so much and the future we hoped to share with you. Rest in peace dear friend, all our love. xxx
Added by Jeanette and John Miller - 30/03/2023
Anita joined our walking group on her retirement & we found a friend. We have enjoyed so many fun times; walks, trips and the legendary beer trails. So many memories, so thankful that she has been in our lives. We will miss her. Janet & Hazel
Donated by Anonymous - 30/03/2023
£10.00 + £2.50 GiftAid
A lovely lady taken too soon. Anita will be sadly missed. X
Donated by Jill Norcross - 29/03/2023
Rest in Peace lovely Anita. Never forgotten X
Donated by Sophie Akers - 29/03/2023
£15.00 + £3.75 GiftAid
Donated by Sophie Tomes - 28/03/2023
£54.60 + £13.65 GiftAid
Anita was a wonderful person with a great sense of humour and a love of banter. With not being a member of the litter pickers, book club or the Hospital my memories of Anita are as a couple with David. The beer trails, coach trips, railway trips, singing at the Christmas lunches, walks in the Peak district, visits to the country pubs and that fabulous day at the cottage in Castleton. Lovely memories. John B.
Donated by john bunting - 28/03/2023
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Loving memories of such a lovely lady, work colleague & friend. Who had time & love for everyone. We have had some fab nights out and London trips away over the years. You will be missed beyond belief by us all. Lots of love to David Johnathan & Christopher Sleep tight Anita Dawn & Russ xx
Donated by Dawn Hallowes - 27/03/2023
Anita you will be sorely missed your kindness knew no bounds I will treasure our times together you were a wonderful person and I will miss you lots of love alison g
Donated by Alison Grundy - 26/03/2023
Sleep tight, Anita, you will be missed by us all lots of love paula, mark, Ashley
Donated by Paula Heathcote - 26/03/2023
£25.00 + £6.25 GiftAid
Anita our dear neighbour and friend and one of the loveliest people in the world - you will be so missed. Judith, David and Family xxxxxxx
Donated by David Hallam - 26/03/2023
£10.00
Anita,as founder of Grenoside Litter Pickers it’s only right that the £10 found while out picking should go to your fund. Thanks for all the laughter and friendship.
Donated by David Grenoside Litters Pickers - 26/03/2023
Anita it was a pleasure and a privilege to have know and worked with you throughout your long career at sch.You were an exceptional enthusiastic orthopaedic sister and shared your love of it daily we had some interesting trips to the lyceum and weekends away you will be deeply missed by everyone who knew you good night sweet beautiful friend xx
Donated by Beverley Harrison - 26/03/2023
£21.60 + £5.40 GiftAid
Heaven as gained a beautiful angel Sleep tight Anita Love Tina & Chris xxx
Donated by Tina holden-winn - 26/03/2023
A beautifull lady inside & out so many happy memories of us together at SCH you will be missed so much ❤ sleep tight Anita xxx
Added by Tina Holden-winn - 26/03/2023
To the most Special Lady, Thank you for being so welcoming and making me part of your family. You are such an inspiration and we will miss you everyday. Alfie knows that his Grannie is always watching and guiding him. Love, Jen and Alfie xxxx
Donated by Jen & Alfie Pearson - 25/03/2023
Anita was truly loved and admired by everyone whose lives she touched.She was an inspiration to all who knew her and this continued throughout her illness . God bless sweet lady x
Donated by Deborah Salvin - 25/03/2023
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You were an amazing woman with a massive heart. Thank you for helping me in orthopaedics when I first started and all the laughs. You’ll be missed so much xxx
Donated by Lindsey Dexter - 25/03/2023
Anita you will be missed so much, you taught me everything I know and made me the person I am today, such a kind and beautiful lady,everyone's work mum, lots of special memories to treasure, glad I had the pleasure to know and work with you, lots of love
Added by Paula Heathcote - 24/03/2023
For all the love, knitting, walks, laughs, tears, friendship and support you have given to me and my family. I will truly miss you my dear friend. I have been so blessed to have known you. Xxxx
Donated by Sarah Wright - 24/03/2023
Beautiful lady ❤️ so generous and selfless .....amazing nurse and will be missed by many My thoughts are with her family xx
Added by Charlotte Clough - 24/03/2023
Anita will be sadly missed, she taught me everything I knew at work and often thought of her as my work mum, lots of memories and laughs xx
Donated by Helen Cookland - 24/03/2023
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Love you Mum
Donated by Chris Pearson - 23/03/2023