BLOOR (Marjorie Maureen). Passed away peacefully on 9th May 2023, Maureen, aged 92, of Haslington. The devoted wife of the late Dennis; dearly loved mum to Barbara, David, Ian and Philip, and a much-loved mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. The funeral service is at St Matthew’s Church, Haslington, on Thursday, 25th May at 11am, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
BURGGY (Brian). Brian passed away peacefully on Friday, 5th May 2023 at home in the care of his loving family, aged 88. The devoted husband of Pat; loving father to Ann, David and Karen; much-loved granddad to Jess, Emily, Alice, Will and Matt, and cherished great-granddad to Rory and Theo. Brian will be lovingly remembered for his gentle nature and kind personality, along with his love of gardening and wonderful holidays spent travelling with Pat. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. The funeral will be held at Birches Crematorium, Northwich, at 1pm on Thursday, 18th May. Will friends please accept this notice as an invitation to join us in celebrating Brian’s life. The family is truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolences and cards that have been sent in Brian’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations be made to The Christie, Macclesfield. 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 297963. larvinandclegg.co.uk. Please direct all enquiries to them.
GARNER (David Howard). Peacefully passed away in the loving care of Springbank Nursing Home on 22nd April 2023, David, aged 84, of Knypersley. The devoted husband of Jean; dearly loved dad of Jackie and partner Paul; much-loved granddad of Joshua, and great-grandad of Tyler, and a special brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. David will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his family and friends. The funeral service is at Carmountside Crematorium on 19th May at 1pm. Would family and friends wishing to attend the service kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
RAWLINSON (Alan). Passed away peacefully at home on 2nd May 2023. Alan, aged 82, of Sandbach. The devoted husband of Ann; much-loved dad to Clare and Tracey, and wonderful granddad. The funeral service is at Crewe Crematorium on Monday, 15th May at 12.15pm. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Macmillan Nurses. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
ROWLEY (Alfred Frederick, “Fred”). Peacefully on 19th April 2023 at home, Alfred “Fred” Frederick, aged 95, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Vera, and cherished granddad of Jayne. The cortege leaves his home at 9.25am on Friday, 19th May for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 10am. 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 Stroke Association. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.
SCHOFIELD (Andrea Jayne). Peacefully on 6th April 2023 at home, Andrea Jayne, aged 56, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Peter Schofield; dearly loved mum of Lucy and a cherished daughter of Thelma Higginson. The cortege leaves her home at 10.20am on Wednesday, 17th May for a service and cremation at Birches Crematorium at 11am. 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 MIND or Epilepsy Action. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
SHAW (Gladys). Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 27th April 2023, aged 91. The much-loved wife of the late Kenneth, and a caring mum to Peter and Alan. Gladys will be truly missed by all family and friends. The funeral service is at Crewe Crematorium on Friday, 19th May at 11.30am. Family flowers by request, all donations gratefully received to the RAF Benevolent Fund in loving memory of Gladys. Enquiries: Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 37a, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, 01270 762 230.
TREASURE (Jean). Passed away peacefully at home, on 27th April 2023, aged 84. The dear wife of the late Ian Treasure; much-loved mum of James and Sue; treasured nana of Rowan and Joseph and a valued friend to many. The cortege leaves her home at 1.15pm on Thursday, 18th May for a service and interment at St Oswald’s Church, Brereton, at 1.30pm. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the Macular Society or Marie Curie. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
WINTON (Vera). Passed away peacefully at Turnpike Court Care Home, Sandbach on 30th April 2023, Vera, aged 87, of Wheelock. The beloved wife of the late Bill; devoted mum to David and the late Gerald, and a dearly loved grandma and great-grandma. The funeral service is at Christ Church, Wheelock, on Friday, 19th May at 1.45pm, followed by committal at Crewe Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
WOOD (Betty Elizabeth). Betty passed away peacefully at home, aged 92, on 22nd April 2023, surrounded by her loving family. The beloved wife to the late Joe; cherished mum to Julie, Paul, Jill, Jane and Sherie; and a dearly loved grandma to eight grandchildren and dearest great-grandma to 11 great-grandchildren. Betty was a much-loved family member and highly valued friend who will be sadly missed but fondly remembered. A funeral to celebrate Betty’s life will be held at 12.45pm on Wednesday, 17th May at Biddulph Methodist Church followed by committal at Bradwell Crematorium. Family flowers only, please. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
