ASTBURY (Irene, née Storer). Passed away peacefully at St Stephen’s Care Home, Sandbach on 8th March 2024, Irene, aged 97, formerly of Sutton. The devoted wife of the late Les; much-loved mum to Lynn, and a treasured nanna, great-nanna and sister. The funeral service is to be held at St James’s Church, Sutton, on Tuesday, 26th March at noon, followed by committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Stephen’s Care Home and East Cheshire Hospice. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
BASSETT (Marjorie Phyllis). Passed away peacefully on Friday, 1st March 2024, aged 84. A much-loved sister to Donald; a loving step-mum to Janet, and a caring friend to many. Marj will be sadly missed by all. The funeral service is to be held at Crewe Crematorium on Wednesday, 20th March at 1.45pm. Donations gratefully received to Macmillan hospice in loving memory of Marj. All enquiries to Peter Forshaw Funeral Service, 37a, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, 01270 762 230.
BEECH (Joseph, “Joe”). Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 27th February 2024 at Manchester Royal Infirmary, Joe, aged 73. The treasured son of Violet and the late Joe, and much-loved brother of Alan, Lillian, Carole and the late Tom. Joe will be sadly missed by all who knew him and fondly remembered. The funeral service will be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Tuesday, 19th March at 10am. family flowers only; donations raised in Joe’s memory can be made to British Heart Foundation. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
BRATT (Peter). Passed away peacefully on Friday, 23rd March at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Peter, aged 85, of Congleton. The devoted husband of the late Patricia; cherished dad of Alicia, Julie and the late David and Martin; treasured granddad of Jamie, Jessica, Daniel, Becky and Hannah; much-loved great-granddad of Freddie, Leah and Ella, and missed brother of Fred and Sheila. Peter will be missed by all who knew him and fondly remembered. The funeral service will be held at 2pm on Friday, 22nd March at St Mary’s RC Church, Congleton. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to East Cheshire Hospice in memory of both Peter and Patricia. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
DEAN (Jack). Passed peacefully on Sunday, 25th February 2024 at Stocks Hall Nursing Home in Burscough, Jack, aged 88, formerly of Biddulph. The devoted husband of the late Maureen; treasured dad of Mark; much-missed father-in-law to Jacqui; cherished granddad of Harriet and Lana, and much-loved brother of Mary, Barbara, Joan, Michael and the late Peter. Jack will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. Donations raised in Jack’s memory can be made to Macmillan Cancer Support or Dementia UK. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
DOORBAR (Keith). Peacefully passed away at home in Knypersley on Tuesday, 5th March 2024, Keith, aged 76. The devoted and beloved husband of Lynn; treasured dad of Jack; much-loved dad of Shaun; father-in-law to Hayley and Jo, and brother of Barry. Keith was much loved by Lynn’s family, Sue, Elaine and Dave. Keith will be fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends. The family would like to invite you to attend a service of celebration to be held at Carmountside Crematorium at 11.30am on Tuesday, 26th March. No floral tributes by request, donations preferred and gratefully received to Douglas Macmillan Hospice c/o the funeral director. Anyone wishing to join us for a gathering after the service is more than welcome to attend the Staffordshire Knot, Gillow Heath. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
DYKE (James, “Jim). Peacefully on 3rd March 2024 at Astbury Mere Care Home, James “Jim”, aged 71, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Alison and a dear brother-in-law and cousin. The cortege is to leave his home on Wednesday, 20th March at 12.20pm for a service and cremation at the Birches Crematorium (CW9 7SU) at 1pm. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the Christie. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
GIBSON (John Edward, “Gibbo”). Peacefully at rest on 19th February 2024 at home with his loving family by his side, John, aged 75, of Biddulph Moor. The dearest husband of Alison; much-loved Pops of Clair and James and proud granddad of Billy and Jessie. John will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends. A service of thanksgiving and celebration will take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Friday, 22nd March at 10.30am. Burial will follow at Christ Church, Biddulph Moor. The family requests no mourning clothes to honour John’s wishes and to reflect his joyful character. Family flowers only, please; donations will be very much appreciated for Dougie Mac and Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Enquiries to S Sigley and Sons Funeral Directors, Leek, 01538 382 048.
LEESE (George). Peacefully on 26th February 2024 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, George Arthur, aged 75, of Leek and formerly of Biddulph Moor. A much-loved dad of Gareth, Jackie and Joanna, a dear father-in-law and a treasured granddad. The funeral service takes place on Wednesday, 20th March at All Saints’ Church, Leek, at 2.45pm prior to cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Will friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust Charity (Purple Bow Scheme). Enquiries to S Sigley and Sons Funeral Directors, Leek, 01538 382 048.
MANNING (James Christopher). Peacefully on Thursday, 7th March 2024 while in the loving care of the staff at Davlyn House Care Home, James, aged 69, of Biddulph. A beloved and cherished son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle who was much loved by all who knew him. He touched the lives of many. Funeral arrangements later. All enquiries: Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
MOORES (Roy). Peacefully on Sunday, 3rd March 2024 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Roy, aged 88, of Congleton. The much-loved and devoted husband of Jean; treasured dad of David, Kay and the late Peter; adored brother of Barbara; cherished granddad of Lucy and Olivia; adored great-granddad to Arlo, and a special father-in-law, uncle, brother-in-law and neighbour. A dear friend to so many. Roy will be sadly missed by all his loving family. A service of celebration and thanksgiving is to be arranged by Jo at Three Shires Funeral Directors, Worrall Street, Congleton.
WARD (Barbara). Passed away peacefully on 7th March 2024, Barbara, aged 81, of Astbury. The devoted wife of John; much-loved mum to Helen, David and Robert; sister-in-law to Margaret, and loving granny. The funeral service is to be held at St Mary’s Church, Astbury, on Wednesday, 27th March at noon, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK and British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
WESTON (May). Passed away peacefully on 28th February 2024 at Golden Park Nursing Home, May, age 91, of Biddulph. The devoted wife of the late Derek, and a beloved mum, gran and great-gran. May will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at New Road Methodist Church, Biddulph Moor, on Tuesday, 19th March at 1pm, followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Would family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to PDSA. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
WICKRAMARATNE (Dr George Ashley). Peacefully on Thursday, 27th February 2024 at Wythenshawe Hospital, Ashley, aged 83, of Didsbury (formerly of Congleton). He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all his family, friends and everyone who knew him. The funeral service is to be held on Tuesday, 19th March at St Catherine’s RC Church, Didsbury, (M20 6HS) at 10am followed by committal at Manchester Crematorium, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, (M21 7GZ). Donations, if desired, to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries contact C Middleton and Son, Didsbury, 0161 434 3725.
