BARBER (Carol, “Jean”). Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 8th February 2025 at East Cheshire Hospice with her loving family by her side, Jean, aged 79, of Congleton, formerly from Biddulph. The devoted wife of the late Anthony (Tony); treasured mum of Lesley and Stephen and cherished sister of Diane and John; loving mother-in-law of Martin, and adored grandmother of Laura. The funeral service will take place at Birches Crematorium on Monday, 10th March at 1pm. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to East Cheshire Hospice or Salvation Army. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
BEARD (Jacqueline, “Jackie”). Jackie passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, 6th February 2025 at Macclesfield District General Hospital surrounded by her loving family, aged 86. The cherished wife of Peter; loving mum to Joanne; much-loved nan of Rebekah, Emily and Lois; great-nanna of Freya, Darcie, Sophia, Milo, Dora and Jude and loving sister of the late Jean and David. Jackie will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends for her unconditional love, trustworthy character, and wise but sometimes amusing words of wisdom and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. The funeral will be held at the Birches Crematorium, near Northwich, at noon on Tuesday, 4th March. Will friends please accept this notice as an invitation to join us in celebrating Jackie’s life. The family are truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolences and cards that have been sent in Jackie’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations can be made to Versus Arthritis. A donation box will be available at the service. However, donations can be sent via the funeral directors. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Abi and Jason at Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297 963. larvinandclegg.co.uk. Please direct all enquiries to them.
BROCKLEHURST (Alexandra Moira). Alexandra Moira passed away on 14th January 2025 at Primrose House Nursing Home in Haslington, Crewe. She was the wife of Peter, and sadly missed mother of Mark, Jane and Dawn. Formerly of West Heath, Congleton and Macclesfield.
BUCKLEY (Eileen, nee Tomlinson, 1948-2025). Passed away peacefully at Clayton Manor Care Home on 11th February, aged 76. A much-loved mum to Joanne and Emma; devoted sister to Hilary and Vivienne; adoring grandmother to Reggie, Maddison and Tobias, and auntie to Clare, Barrie and Grace. Eileen was born at home in Woodhouse Lane, Gawsworth, was educated at the local schools and regularly attended Sunday school at St James The Great Church. With a twinkle in her eye, a smile on her face and a skip in her step, she always brought a sense of warmth and compassion to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. The funeral service will take place at St James The Great Church, Gawsworth on Tuesday, 4th March at 2pm. Direct family flowers only please. The family invite donations in loving memory of Eileen to Cancer Research UK via eileen-buckley.muchloved.com. All enquiries to: Co-op, 20, West Road, Congleton, 01260 270290.
EARDLEY (Geoffrey). Passed away peacefully at home, with his family, on 19th January 2025, aged 81. The husband of Patricia; father to Gavin, Paul and Andrew and their partners, and a caring granddad to Grace, Eva and Mya. Geoff will be truly missed by all family and friends. The cremation was held privately on Thursday, 13th February.
GOODWIN (Joyce). Peacefully on 31st January 2025, Joyce, aged 83, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Stanley Goodwin; loving mum of Gordon, Stephen and Caroline; dear mother-in-law of Louise, Sara and Dave, and a cherished and treasured nan and great-nan. The cortege is to leave her daughter’s home on Wednesday, 5th March at 1.25pm for a service and cremation at Birches Crematorium at 2pm. 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 Congleton Scouts. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
HARPER (Martin). Passed away peacefully on 15th February 2025, Martin, aged 85, of Sandbach. The much-loved husband of Marion; father to Simon, and grandpa. The funeral service is to be held at Birches Crematorium on Thursday, 27th February at 3pm. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice and War Child UK. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
JONES (Gladys). Peacefully passed on 11th February 2025 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, with her loving family by her side, Gladys, aged 85, of Biddulph, and formerly of Congleton. The devoted wife of Derek; much-loved mum of the late Colin and the late Carl; dearly loved nana of Nicola, Natasha, Ashley, Joshua and a very special great-nana. Gladys will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her loving family and friends. The funeral is to take place on Wednesday, 12th March at Biddulph Methodist Church at 11am, followed by committal at Bradwell Crematorium. Would family and friends wishing to attend please meet at the church. family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK in memory of Gladys. All enquiries to: John Garside, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
LAWTON (Leslie, “Les”). Peacefully on 11th February 2025 at home, Leslie “Les” John, aged 84, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Marion; loving dad of Diane and Claire; dear father-in-law of Dynesh and Roger and a cherished and treasured granddad of Leo and Sammy. The cortege is to leave his home on Friday, 14th March at 10.45am for a service and interment at St Mary’s Church, Astbury, at 11am. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. family flowers only; donations, if desired to Young Sounds UK and Grassroots Referees (cheques payable to Team Grass Roots). All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
MATTHEWS (Irene). Peacefully on 3rd February 2025 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Irene, aged 84, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Cyril Matthews; loving mum of Yvonne, Jayne and Paul; dear mother-in-law of Norman Kathryn and the late Glyn; cherished granny of Irene and a treasured grandma, great-grandma and great-great-grandma. The cortege is to leave her home on Monday, 3rd March at 1.25pm for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 2pm. 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 Cancer Research UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
PLANT (David). At rest on Saturday, 8th February 2025 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, David, aged 79, of Biddulph. The devoted and beloved son of the late Eric and Ethel Plant. A dearest friend, colleague and a good neighbour to many. David will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all who knew him. A service of celebration will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday, 4th March at 12.30pm. Will relatives and friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. No flowers by request, donations preferred and gratefully received to Biddulph In Bloom c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Ryan Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
SMITH (Paula Kathleen). Aged 51, of Biddulph, passed away peacefully with family by her side on 9th February at St Luke’s Hospice. Recently the devoted partner of Shaun, and formerly of “Drac”; cherished daughter of Linda and the late Bill. Much loved sister of Belinda and sister-in-law of Mick; devoted and loved mum of Connor and Reece; mother-in-law to Grace, and a much-loved nanna to Ralph. Paula will be very sadly missed and forever lovingly remembered by all her friends and family. The funeral service will take place at Biddulph Methodist Church on Thursday, 13th March at 11am, followed by interment at Biddulph Town Burial Ground. Would all family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Floral tributes welcome; donations, if desired, to Oncology Ward (ward 202) Royal Stoke University Hospital. John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 515 643.
UNWIN (Agnes “Barbara”, née Botheras). Aged 85 years, of Biddulph, passed away peacefully at Royal Stoke University Hospital on Saturday, 25th January 2025. The beloved wife of the late Alan; dearly loved mother of Ann, Andrew, and Louise; mother-in-law to Alan; cherished nana to Amy and Cerys and sister to Stuart. A funeral service will take place at St Lawrence’s Parish Church, Biddulph, at 1.30pm on Wednesday, 26th February, followed by interment at Woodhouse Burial Ground. family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Dementia UK. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Donations and enquiries: C McGough and Sons, 79, Roundwell Street, Tunstall, 01782 834 300.
WADE (Frank Leonard). On Wednesday, 5th February 2025 at Primrose House, Haslington and of Winterley and formerly of Warmingham, Frank, aged 88. The dearly loved husband of Vera and much-loved dad, granddad and great-granddad. The funeral service is to take place on Friday, 28th February at The Church on Ettiley Heath at noon followed by interment in the churchyard. family flowers only, by request; donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Research. All enquiries to Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 01270 762 230.
