Agency by William Gibson 
BAILEY (Stuart). Peacefully on 20th June 2024, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Stuart, aged 83, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Susan Bailey; loving dad of Chris, Jon and Vicki; dear father-in-law of Alison, Joanne and Jon; cherished and treasured granddad of Ricky, Adam, Laura, Abigail and Harrison, and a dear brother of Gwen and the late Sheila. The cortege is to leave his home on Monday, 15th July at 10.40am for a service and interment at Christ Church, Eaton, at 11am. Will relatives please accept this as the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk
BELL (Pollie). Pollie, aged 87, of Hassall Hall Farm, peacefully passed at Leighton Hospital on Friday, 28th June 2024, surrounded by her family. As the beloved wife of the late Tom Bell; a special mother to Graham, Sally, Andrew and Thomas, and a devoted granny and great-granny, Pollie will be dearly missed by us all. A celebration of her life will take place at Christ Church, Wheelock, at 11.30am on Thursday, 11th July, followed by interment in the churchyard. A touch of colour welcome. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Beat SCAD or Christ Church, Wheelock. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
BOULTON (Kelvin, “Ched”). Peacefully passed away at his home on 19th June 2024, with his loving wife by his side, Kelvin, aged 68, of Gillow Heath. The devoted husband of Michele; dearly loved dad and father-in-law of Kelly and Ben; a very much-loved granddad of Max, and a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Kelvin was a great friend, and a special character in his own right who will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his loving family and friends. A funeral service is to be held to celebrate the life of Kelvin at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Wednesday, 10th July at 2pm. Would family and friends wishing to attend please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK in memory of Kelvin. All enquiries to: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
BROWN (Alec). It is with the deepest sadness that the family of Alec Brown announce his sudden death on 24th June in Macclesfield District General Hospital, aged 91. Alec was the devoted husband of the late Brenda; adored dad of Sandra; dear father-in-law to John; treasured granddad to Laura and Kate and lovely great-granddad to Harriet, Joshua, Ryan and Chloe. The cortege is to leave his home on Thursday, 18th July at 10.30am for a service at St Peter’s Church, Congleton, at 10.45am, prior to committal at the Birches Crematorium. Will relatives and friends please accept this, the only intimation, and would those wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk
CAMPBELL (Marie Antoinette). Peacefully on 19th June 2024 at Bradwell Court Nursing Home, Congleton, Marie Antoinette Campbell, aged 87, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the Roy Campbell. The service and cremation are to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 12th July at 1.15pm. Will relatives and friends please accept this the only intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to The Christie at Macclesfield District General Hospital. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk
COOPER (Eric). Remembering Eric Cooper, devoted Stoke City fan, and avid cricket supporter. Eric, aged 74, of Knypersley, was the devoted husband of Edwina, father to Lucy, Rachael and Stacey, and a very special friend to many. Eric will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his loving family and friends. A funeral service is to be held to celebrate the life of Eric at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday, 11th July at 12.40pm. Would family and friends wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Knypersley Cricket Club in memory of Eric. All enquiries to: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
ELSBY (Brian). Peacefully at home in Sandbach on Saturday, 15th June 2024, Brian, aged 96. The beloved husband of June Elsby. The funeral service is to take place on Friday, 12th July at St Peter’s Church, Elworth, at 1pm, prior to interment in St Peter’s Churchyard. Family flowers only, by request; donations, if desired, to St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice and Cheshire Freemasons Charity. All enquiries to Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 01270 762 230.
FOULKES (Sally). On 25th June 2024, peacefully in hospital after a short illness with her loved ones by her side, Sally, of Hartford. A much-loved family member, friend and godmother and a cherished member of her local church community. Sally will be lovingly remembered for her kindness, her faith and her friendship to all. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. A service of thanksgiving will be held at St John’s Church, Hartford, on Monday, 8th July at 2pm following a private committal. No flowers, please; donations, if wished, for Mission Aviation Fellowship. Donations and enquiries to George Bell Funeral Service, 49, Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, 01606 42534.
HODGKINSON (Patricia, “Pat”). Suddenly passed away at Royal Stoke University Hospital on 15th June 2024, Pat, aged 83, of Biddulph, and formerly of Sandyford. The devoted wife of Tony; dearly loved mum of Nick (Julia) and Sally; much-loved grandma of Roxanne, Megan, Verity, Jessie and Millie, and great-grandma of Lily and George. Pat will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. A private funeral will take place. All enquiries to: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
HUDSON (Wilfred, “Wilf”). Peacefully on 23rd June 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Wilfred “Wilf”, aged 82, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Margaret Hudson; loving dad of Mark and Tracy; dear father-in-law of Tim and Marshal and a cherished and treasured granddad of Cameron and Mackenzie. The service and cremation are to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 10th July at 11.30am. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and those wishing to attend should kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the Alzheimer’s Society or Dementia UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk
JACKSON (Edwin Mark, “Eddie). Peacefully on 18th June 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Edwin “Eddie” Mark Jackson, aged 63, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Jennifer; loving dad of Simon, Anna, Chris, Arron, Elliott and Daisy; a cherished and treasured granddad, and a dear son-in-law of Leslie and the late Pauline. The cortege is to leave his home on Thursday, 11th July at 10.50am for a service at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church at 11am prior to interment at Congleton Town Cemetery. Will relatives and friends please accept this as the only intimation and would those wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to John Rudge Statue Fund. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk
KRAJEWSKI (Heather Margaret). On Sunday, 23rd June 2024, peacefully in a local nursing home, Heather, aged 84. The beloved and loving wife of Mark; loving mother of Richard, Carl and Louise; much-loved mother-in-law to Mandy, Jackie and Mike; loving and devoted grandmother of Natassja, Katya, Oliver, Alex and Jessica, and a dear sister of the late Donald. Heather will be missed greatly by all who knew her. The funeral service and committal will take place at 12.15pm on Friday, 26th July at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Stroke Association. All enquiries to: Andrew Smith Funeral Services, Park Green House, 82, Sunderland Street, Macclesfield, 01625 433 853. andrewsmithfuneralservices.co.uk
PENNINGTON (Anthony James, “Tony”). Peacefully on 23rd June 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Anthony “Tony” James, aged 84, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Rita; loving dad of Louise and Kate; dear father-in-law of Mark and Martin and a cherished and treasured granddad of Jack, Finn, Rory, Ben and Olly. The cortege is to leave his home on Monday, 8th July at 11.20am for a service and cremation at Birches Crematorium at noon. Will relatives and friends wishing to attend please accept this as the only intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Seafarers’ Charity. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk
PROCTOR (May). Peacefully entered eternal rest on Sunday, 23rd June 2024 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, May, aged 93, of Biddulph. The devoted and beloved wife of Alvin; treasured mum of Steven and Carol; a dearest mother-in-law to Jenny and Ian; cherished nana of Matthew, Billy and Oliver; a loving sister, sister-in-law, aunt and a very dear friend and neighbour to many. May will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Biddulph Methodist Church on Tuesday, 9th July at 11.45am, prior to a committal service at Carmountside Crematorium. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. No flowers by request; donations preferred and gratefully received to Biddulph Methodist Church. Mourners are encouraged to wear a brooch in honour of May. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
RATHBONE (Dorothy Anna). Passed away peacefully on 29th June 2024, Dorothy, aged 89, of Sandbach. The beloved wife of the late Roy; much-loved mum to Colin, Trevor and Ian and treasured grandma. The funeral service is to be held at Unity Methodist Church, Sandbach, on Tuesday, 16th July at 11.30am, followed by interment at Sandbach Cemetery. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Unity Methodist Church, Sandbach. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
