Steve Winder

Please leave donations in memory of Steve
British Heart Foundation. 
Since Steve was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect and had his heart valve replacement operation 14 years ago. He supported work of the BHF including a sponsored
climb of the Arts Tower at the University of Sheffield just months after his op.

Muscular Dystrophy UK.
For much of his scientific career Steve carried out research into muscle and muscle wasting disorders. He completed the Duchenne Dash, London to Paris cycle ride and also took time to meet the families of young  people living with muscular dystrophy.

Woodland Trust.
As most of you know Steve loved the outdoors and took his responsibility towards the environment seriously. Tree planting is one way that supports improvements in our environment for future generations. 
(Wood Funeral Service do not charge for this service nor do they receive any commision)

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British Heart Foundation

Muscular Dystrophy UK

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Woodland Trust

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TOTAL DONATION

£3,890.00 + £647.50 Gift Aid potential

Anestis Tsakiridis

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
08/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Anna & Duncan

Thank you Steve for all the love, joy and kindness that you generously shared with your friends and family. So much love to Kathryn and your wonderful children.

£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid
08/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Carol & Graham Fenn

Thinking of you all

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
08/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Oliver Thompson

08/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Anonymous

08/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Anonymous

08/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Kamallia

Thank you Steve, you will live on in our memories!

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
07/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Roberto, Donatella e Sara

Remembering the wonderful friendship that lasted for so many years, his sympathy, his kindness, his special curiosity for every new thing, his love for life and his great goodness. A hug to the family and heartfelt condolences

£100.00
07/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Jane and James Hall

Our TPT 'buddy' became a great and valued friend- always fun and interested, with an infectious zest for life. Such a kind and talented human, taken far too soon. ❤️

06/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Matthew Holley

An amazing friend and colleague.

£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid
06/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Andrew Winder

Sorry I couldn't make the funeral but watched it online; so sad to see but perfectly done with plenty of lovely and funny touches. Emma's speech was wonderful and must have been so heartbreaking to write and to do. You all did Steven justice. He was brilliant on so many levels and a fab guy who had so much more to give. Love to you all xx

£100.00
05/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

John

Haycock

05/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Rachel Bartlett

With love to you all.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Freek Van Eeden

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Freek Van Eeden

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Freek van Eeden

With sympathy

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Doug & Gail Stirling

Remembering Steve and with love to Kathryn, Sophie, Tanya, Emma, Callum and Imogen.

£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Anonymous

£10.00 + £2.50 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
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Woodland Trust

Anonymous

£10.00 + £2.50 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Mike and Gillian Morrow

With love and thanks.

£50.00
04/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Mike and Gillian Morrow

With love and thanks.

£50.00
04/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Mike and Gillian Morrow

With love and thanks.

£50.00
04/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Marian

Remembering a great scientist, supervisor & friend. My thoughts are with Kathryn & family x

04/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Aga

In memory of Steve Winder, a brilliant mind, with unmatched wit, and a passionate cyclist. This donation to the Woodland Trust is made so that others can continue to enjoy the great outdoors just as he did. Ride on, Steve.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
04/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Jen Angus

In memory of Steven and the many fabulous family memories. Thank you. Jen xxxx

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
04/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Anonymous

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
04/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Meruert and Radmir

Thank you, Steve, for all your kindness and support. We will always remember you with gratitude.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
03/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Rosalie Ayscough

£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid
03/10/2026
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Woodland Trust

Rosalie Ayscough

£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid
03/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Anonymous

03/10/2026
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Muscular Dystrophy UK

Ruth Ayscough

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
03/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Anonymous

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
03/10/2026
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Woodland Trust

Jill and Jenny Winder

with love

02/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Philip Ingham

Happy memories of our chats as we walked around Sheffield or over beers in SingaporeI. I will miss these as well as your posts on Strava and Facebook. A final "Kudos" to you Steve - thank you for being a loyal friend and colleague.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
02/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Anonymous

02/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Helen and David

In memory of a great friend and colleague

01/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Carole Green and Darrell Brooks

So many memories of walking in the lakes and peaks, drinking beer and putting the world to rights ! Oh and visiting you on the first day you all moved in to almost every new house. Steve...such a kind, funny, astute, clever, fair, adventurous, amazingly upbeat bloke who loved to meet people and share ideas and who really took time to get to know you, over a beer or on some kind of outdoor activity! Always super proud of his kids and let's face it they are all wonderful, talented humans🙂. His deep love for Kathryn was always so evident, the kind of strong, respectful, caring partnership and team that is so rare. His death is so tragic and cruel and far, far too soon. Steve, my friend who made things so much brighter just by your presence, I will think of you when I see the shining stars of The Plough and remember you.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Jo Wallis

To an old school chum. I will remember you; in the stars (specifically the plough), whenever I hear Bowie's Starman (though never ever like I heard it sung in Sheffield today) and when enjoying a Brewdog beer (though I know you didn't approve of the AF versions). 🍻 ✨

01/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Anne-Gaelle Borycki

In memory of you, Steve, your friendliness and support. We'll miss you.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Liz and Carl Smythe

In memory of Steve, a valued colleague and friend.

£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Chris Moore

Steve has made such a positive mark on my life as he has with countless others. He will be sorely missed.

01/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Laura Jacobs

In memory of Steve, for his support and mentorship always with kindness and humour.

01/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Elena Rainero

Thank you Steve for welcoming me in Sheffield, you're always been there for me and incredibly helped in setting up my lab. You'll always be in my thoughts

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
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Muscular Dystrophy UK

Stella Christou

May you continue to do great work

£25.00
01/10/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Anonymous

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Philip & Susan

In loving memory of a guy who certainly lived life to the full. We shall miss you.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Anonymous

01/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Manoj Kumar Valluru

01/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

John Hamshaw Thomas

I really enjoyed Steve's company & sense of humour on our trail clearing sessions on the cycleway by the Parkway. It will never be quite the same.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
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Woodland Trust

Barbara & David

Thinking of you Kathryn and family.

01/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Anonymous

£200.00
01/10/2026
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Woodland Trust

Bruce Mayer

So sad to hear of the loss of a wonderful and brilliant colleague. I will fondly remember Steve whenever I see a lone figure in the distance trekking the Alps

01/10/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Chris and Jo Chinn

30/09/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Kevin Barsby

Everyone should try and leave a positive mark from their life and Steve managed to leave his with a world wide reputation in his scientific work. So glad he realised there is more to life than work though and followed his dream for a few years in pursuit of true happiness with family and friends. A privilege to have had you as a work colleague Steve. Bless you and yours.

£10.00 + £2.50 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Simon Wright

So sad that you have left us, you were an inspiration to so many during your life time including myself. Rest in peace Steve.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
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British Heart Foundation

James Nuttall

In memory of Steve and his love of the outdoors. A fitting way to help protect the environment he cared so much about for future generations. Our thoughts are with you all. James, Alex, April & Harriet x

£30.00 + £7.50 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Andrew Ayscough

Remembering Steve on country walks and his love of the outdoors and cycling. With much love Andrew, Nicky, Sophie and Ben

£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
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Woodland Trust

Anonymous

30/09/2026
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Woodland Trust

Anonymous

£50.00
30/09/2026
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Woodland Trust

Anonymous

30/09/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Mike & Cat Hammer

Hoping this will help carry on Steve's good work

30/09/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

John Paul

30/09/2026
online donation
Woodland Trust

Anne Herold

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
28/09/2026
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British Heart Foundation

Gosia Wells

Very saddened by this loss.

28/09/2026
online donation
British Heart Foundation

Timothy Riley

28/09/2026
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Woodland Trust

Anonymous

28/09/2026
online donation
Muscular Dystrophy UK

Peter Andrews

I was very sad to lose a good friend and colleague. He contributed significantly to our understanding of the mechanisms underlying muscular dystrophy. My deepest sympathies to Kathryn and his family

26/09/2026
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Muscular Dystrophy UK

David Drubin and Georjana Barnes

Our deepest sympathies. We have such fond memories of Steve and are so sorry for your loss.

25/09/2026
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Woodland Trust

Anonymous

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
25/09/2026
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British Heart Foundation

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