BALL (Ernest “Eric”). Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of “Eric”, of Knypersley, who died on 28th January 2024 while in the loving care of his friends at Royal Stoke University Hospital, aged 90. A former teacher at Hanley High School. A dear friend to Barry. Eric will be truly missed and was fortified with the rites of the Holy Catholic Church RIP on whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. Reception into church and requiem mass will be held at English Martyr’s RC Church, Biddulph on Monday, 26th February at 11.30am, followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Would all friends please meet at the church. No flowers by request, donations preferred to Alzheimer’s UK. All enquiries to: C McGough and Sons, 69, High Street, Biddulph, 01782 515 155.
BANKS (Reg). Peacefully on 4th February 2024, Reg, aged 96, of Alsager. The dearly loved wife of the late Jessie, loving dad of Reg, dear father-in-law of Eileen, treasured granddad of Richard and great-granddad of Samuel, Ollie and Freddie. Reg will be greatly missed by all his family and friends and was a proud member of the Prince Albert Angling Society, Congleton. Service and cremation at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday, 28th February at 11.20am. Will all friends please meet at the crematorium. No flowers by request but if desired a donation may be made to the British Disabled Angling Society. All enquiries and any donations to Joseph Edwards and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors, 144/146, Crewe Road, Alsager, 01270 882 097.
BLOOR (Peter). Peacefully at rest on 7th February 2024, while in the loving care of his family at Douglas Macmillan Hospice, Peter William, of Biddulph, aged 78. The dearly beloved husband of the late Pamela. Devoted dad to Louise and the late Clare and Vicky. A dear and respected father-in-law to Wayne. A loving and much-loved granddad and great-granddad. A dearest brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many who will be truly missed. Funeral service to take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Tuesday, 20th February at 10am, followed by interment at Woodhouse Cemetery. No flowers by request, donations preferred to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and enquiries: C McGough and Sons, 79, Roundwell Street, Tunstall, Stoke on Trent, ST6 5AW, 01782 834300.
BROWN (Audrey). Peacefully on 28th January 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Audrey, aged 87, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of Stan. Loving mum of Janice, dear mother-in-law of Manuel and a cherished and treasured grandma of James and Rosana. Cortege is to leave her home on Friday, 1st March at 10.15am for service at Wellspring Methodist Church at 10.30am, prior to interment at Congleton Town Cemetery. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation and kindly meet at the church. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Arthritis Action. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
PARKER (Betty). Peacefully while at home on Wednesday, 31st January 2024, Betty, aged 90, of Biddulph. The dearly beloved and devoted wife of the late Harry Parker. A treasured and much-loved mum of Pauline and son-in-law Bob, cherished nan of Helen and Martyn, a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and a good friend and neighbour to many. Betty will be deeply missed by all her loving family and friends. A service of thanksgiving will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday, 20th February at 2pm. 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 will be gratefully received to Guide Dogs 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.
PROCTOR (Jean). Jean Proctor, aged 85, passed away peacefully at Astbury Mere Care home on 28th January 2024. Much loved wife of the late Kenneth Noel Proctor. Beloved mother of Gill and Judi and much loved nana to Tabitha, Maya, Jemima and Saul. The funeral service is to be held at St Mary’s Church, Astbury, Congleton, on Monday, 26th February at 11.45am. No flowers, please; donations to Liverpool City Mission would be gratefully received. A much loved tribute page in loving memory of Jean can be viewed at jeanproctor.muchloved.com. Enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, 20, West Road, Congleton, 01260 270 290.
RAINE (Angela). Peacefully on 8th February 2024 at home, Angela, aged 61, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Nigel Raine. Loving mum of Emma, Fiona and Lucy, dear mother-in-law of Matt Simon and Anthony, cherished and treasured nanna of Jacob, Isaac, Reuben, Sophia, Lily and Riley and a dear sister to Paul, Martin and Alison. Cortege is to leave her home on Tuesday, 27th February at 11.40am for service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 12.15pm. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to East Cheshire Hospice. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
SHAW (Roy). Suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday, 17th January 2024, Roy, aged 72, passed away. A devoted and loving husband to Lynn, dad to Emily and Lucy and a much loved granddad to Charlie, Ada, Jacob and Jaxon, a loving brother, uncle, father-in-law and friend. Roy will be missed by us all and will be fondly remembered. Funeral service will take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Tuesday, 27th February at 12.30pm, followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Would relatives and friends who wish to attend kindly meet for the service. Roy was a larger than life character known to so many. As his family, we wish to celebrate the life of our lovely, special man and therefore we respectfully request no mourning clothes to be worn. family flowers only, please; donations can be given to the neo-natal intensive care unit (NICU) at Royal Stoke Hospital. justgiving.com/crowdfunding/inmemoryRSS. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
