BAILEY (Douglas Norman, “Doug”). Peacefully on 26th September 2023 at home, Douglas “Doug” Norman, aged 81, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Elizabeth “Betty” Bailey; loving dad of Stephen, Ellen and Mark; dear father-in-law of Sylvia, Andrew and Andrea; cherished granddad of Connor, Jack, Ellie, Abbie, Jess, Lilia, Ruby and Oscar, and a treasured great-granddad of Millie. The cortege is to leave his home on Friday, 27th October at 10.35am for a service and interment at Hill Top Methodist church 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 Cancer Research UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
BARKER (Ethel “Margaret”, nee Sumner). Suddenly, but peacefully passed away, aged 86, at Royal Stoke University Hospital on Sunday, 24th September 2023. The devoted and loving wife of the late Arthur James Barker; dearly loved and cherished mother of son Paul; a much-loved auntie, and a true friend to many. After a lengthy battle with illness, borne with great courage, dignity and spirit throughout 2023, may you now be free from pain and suffering. A very special lady who will be sadly missed, especially for her sense of humour, strength of character and love for her family, but never forgotten by all who knew her. God bless. The funeral service will take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph on Monday, 16th October at 11am, followed by interment at Biddulph Town Burial Ground. Would those wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Flowers welcome; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK or Heart Research UK. Enquiries: John Garside and Son Funeral Directors, Biddulph, 01782 478 639.
BRADBURY (Anthony, “Tony”). Peacefully on Friday, 29th September 2023 while at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Tony, aged 84, of Gillow Heath. The devoted and beloved husband of Doreen; cherished dad of Dawn; dearest father-in-law to Paul; treasured granddad of Kerrie and Jade; doting and loving “Gang Gang” of Shelby; a dear brother-in-law to Alan and Joan, a much-loved uncle, and a good friend and neighbour to many. Tony will be deeply missed by all his loving family and many friends. A service to celebrate the life and love of Tony will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday, 25th October at 1.20pm. Will 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 gratefully received to the British Heart Foundation c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
GOLDSTRAW (Ernest). At rest on 23rd September 2023 at The Old Vicarage Nursing home, Goldenhill, Ernest, aged 86, of Knypersley, and formerly of Bradnop. The dearly loved husband of Mary and a treasured brother, brother-in-law and uncle. The funeral service is on Friday, 20th October at St Luke’s Church, Onecote, at 11am followed by interment at Onecote Cemetery. Will friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to St Luke’s Church, Onecote, or the Old Vicarage Residents’ Comforts Fund, Goldenhill. Enquiries to S Sigley and Sons Funeral Directors, Leek, 01538 382 048.
HAMILTON (Stella). Sadly passed away on Tuesday, 3rd October 2023. Honouring her request, there will be a private ceremony. Donna Louise Trust was Stella’s chosen charity. Enquiries: John Garside and Son Funeral Directors, Biddulph, 01782 478 639.
HASSALL (Jenefer Jane). Passed away peacefully on Sunday, 1st October 2023, aged 73. The much-loved wife of the late Harold Hassall OBE, FRCS; adored mum to John and wife Emma, and loving grandma to Thomas and William. Jenny will be truly missed by all family and friends. The funeral service is to be held at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach, on Thursday, 19th October at 1pm followed by a private committal at Crewe Crematorium. All donations are gratefully received to Cancer Research UK or St Luke’s Hospice in loving memory of Jenny. All enquiries to: Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 37a, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, 01270 762 230.
NEEDHAM (Anne, nee Whitehurst). Peacefully passed away at Royal Derby Hospital on 29th September 2023, surrounded by her loving family, Anne, aged 91, of Knypersley, recently residing in Swadlincote. The devoted wife of the late Graham; dearly loved mum of Philip and David and mother-in-law of Janet and Jane; much-loved gran of Emily, Hannah, Edward, Lucy, Maria, Isabelle and Jemma, and great-gran of Sophia, Harrison, Ava and Arlo; also a special sister, sister-in-law and aunty, and a dear friend to many. Anne will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family, and friends. A funeral service is to be held to celebrate the life of Anne at St John’s Church, Knypersley, on Thursday, 19th October at 2pm, followed by committal at Carmountside Crematorium. Would mourners wishing to attend please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK and the Nightingale Macmillan unit in memory of Anne. All enquiries to: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
SMITH (Terence Andrew). Passed away peacefully at home on 8th October 2023, Terry, aged 80, of Elworth. The beloved husband of Janet; dearly loved dad to David and Peter, and a treasured granddad. The funeral service is to be held at St John’s Church, Sandbach Heath, on Wednesday, 18th October at 11am, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Macmillan Nurses or St John’s Church, Sandbach Heath. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
TRISTRAM (Cyril Alfred). Peacefully on 26th September 2023 at Treetops Court Care Home, Leek, Cyril Alfred, aged 86, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Marion Tristram; loving dad of Michael, Graham and Jill; dear father-in-law of Susan and Paul; cherished granddad of Charlene, Martyn, Craig and Gareth; treasured great-granddad of Liam, Oliver, Teddy and Tilly. The cortege is to leave his home on Thursday, 26th October at 10.55am for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 11.30am. 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 Cancer Research UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
WATSON (Simon Paul). Peacefully on 1st October 2023 at Manchester Royal Infirmary, Simon Paul, aged 63, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Fay; loving dad of Jonathon and step-dad to Samuel, Laura and Emma; dear father-in-law of Anita; cherished and treasured granddad of Bennett, Theodor, Lucy, Emily and Katie and a dear brother and brother-in-law. The cortege is to leave his home on Tuesday, 24th October at 10.45am for a service at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church at 11am, prior to interment at St Mary’s Church, Astbury. 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 Cancer Research UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
