ARCHER (John). John “Dan” Archer passed away peacefully on Sunday, 12th December 2021, at Greengables Nursing Home surrounded by his loving family, aged 80. The cherished husband of Ann; loving father to Jane and Andrew; father-in-law to Diane; much-loved granddad of Jessica, George and Rebecca; respected brother to Joan, Terrance and Barry, and a dear brother-in-law to Lyn and Phil. John will be lovingly remembered for his sense of humour, love of football, cricket and pigeons and his strength of character, and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. The funeral service takes place at St Mary’s Church, Astbury, on Friday, 7th January, at noon. This will be followed by interment in the cemetery. The family are truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolences and cards that have been sent in John’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations be made to the Stroke Association. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Jason and Abi at Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297963, please direct all enquiries to them.
CHADDOCK (Pauline). Peacefully at home on Saturday, 18th December 2021, Pauline, aged 57, of Biddulph. The devoted and loving wife of Paul; cherished mum of Marie; treasured sister of Margaret, Keith and Roy, and a dearest sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and a dear friend to many. Pauline will be greatly missed by all her loving family and friends. The funeral service takes place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Thursday, 13th January at 11.30am prior to a committal service at Bradwell crematorium. Will all relatives please accept this the only intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Family flowers only, by request; donations preferred and would be gratefully received to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Ryan Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379191.
COOPER (Cecil James). Peacefully on 3rd December 2021, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Cecil James Cooper, aged 87, of Congleton. The loving and devoted husband of the late Mavis; cherished dad of Kevin, Christine and Jackie; dear father-in-law of Sue, Ian and Colin, and a loving granddad and great-granddad. The funeral service and cremation will be at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 5th January at 11.40am. Will relatives and friends please accept this, the only intimation. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK and Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.
COOPER (Paul). Passed away suddenly on Monday, 29th November at home, Paul, aged 56, of Congleton. A loved brother of Wendy, Philip and David; lovely uncle of Amy and Lucy, and a much loved brother-in-law and cousin. Paul will be sadly missed by all his loving family, friends and work colleagues. The funeral service takes place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 12th January at 1.40pm. No flowers, by request; donations preferred in memory of Paul to British Heart Foundation. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298829.
DALE (Susan). Peacefully passed away at Hawksyard Priory Care Home in Rugeley, Staffordshire, on 5th December 2021. Susan, aged 74, will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, 11th January at 10am to celebrate the life of Susan, at Bradwell Crematorium. Would family and friends wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. Donations, if desired, to Barnardo’s Charity in memory of Susan. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.
FIRTH (Doreen Margaret). Passed away peacefully at Leighton Hospital on 20th December 2021, Doreen, aged 87, of Sandbach. The devoted wife of Len; dearly loved mum to Martin, Nigel and Charles, and treasured grandma. The funeral service is at St Peter’s Church, Elworth, on Friday, 7th January at noon, followed by committal at Vale Royal Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to NSPCC. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750852.
NIXON (William Eric, “Bill”). Peacefully at rest on Saturday, 11th December 2021, at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Bill, aged 91, of Biddulph and formerly of Biddulph Moor. A much-loved son of the late William and Elsie Agnes Nixon; loved brother of Doreen and Jim; dear brother-in-law of the late Roy and Sheila, and a loved uncle. Bill will be sadly missed by all his loving family dear friends and kind neighbours. The funeral service takes place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Friday, 7th January, at 2pm prior to interment at Woodhouse Burial Ground. Flowers most welcome. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
SHIPMAN (Roger William). Passed away peacefully at Macclesfield District General Hospital on Wednesday, 15th December 2021, surrounded by his loving family and caring staff of ward four, Roger, aged 78, of Congleton, and formerly of Nottingham. The loved and devoted husband of Jean; much-loved dad of Andrew, Lisa and Helen; dear father-in-law of Della, Robert and Jim; cherished granddad of Leanne, Matthew, Theo and Reece; treasured great-granddad of Joshua, Paisley and Ernie, and sadly missed twin brother of John and the late Michael. The funeral service is at Trinity Methodist Church, Congleton, on Friday, 14th January, at 1pm. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Dementia UK or Angelman Syndrome Foundation. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298829.
SMITH (Alwyne). Passed away peacefully at home on 20th December 2021, Alwyne, aged 83, of Wheelock. The beloved wife of the late Harry; much loved mum to Gary and Anne Marie, nana and great-nana. The funeral service will be at Christ Church, Wheelock, on Thursday, 6th January at 11.45am, followed by committal at Crewe Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK and The Christie. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750852.
VALLELY (Robert James). Suddenly passed away at his home address, on 8th December 2021, Robert, aged 83, of Biddulph, and formerly of Congleton. The dearly loved husband of the late Annette; much-loved dad of Patrick and Teresa; father-in-law of Christopher; grandfather of Richard, Suzanne and Peter; great-grandfather to Dylan, Jasmine, Millie and Olivia, and a special brother of Margaret, Pat, Dennis and Anne. Robert will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his family, friends and neighbours. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Robert will take place on Tuesday, 11th January at 1pm at English Martyrs’ RC Church, Biddulph, followed by committal at St Lawrence’s Cemetery. Would family and friends wishing to attend please meet at the church. Donations, if desired, to English Martyrs’ Church, Biddulph, in memory of Robert. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.
