Joyce Waddington

5th January 2026

Everyone at Doncaster Knights is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Joyce Waddington. 

Joyce is the wife of former first XV captain and life member Peter Waddington. Peter played more than 500 times for Doncaster and Joyce and Peter have been club members for over 60 years. Their sons Nick and Andrew also played for Doncaster during the 1990’s.

The funeral will take place on Wednesday 21st January at 1pm at Barnby Moor Crematorium, followed by a celebration of her life which takes place at Mount Pleasant Hotel.

The club sends their deepest condolences to all her family and friends at this sad time, she will be massively missed here at Doncaster Knights.