ATKINSON (Bernice Lillian). Peacefully passed away at Royal Stoke University Hospital, on 1st September 2022. Bernice, aged 71, of Biddulph. The devoted wife of John; dearly loved mum of Maria, Darren, Andrew and Wayne; cherished mother-in-law; much-loved nan of Matthew, Adam, Aimee, Joshua, Owen and Phoebe, and a great-nan of Harrison, Ella, Florence and Eden. Bernice will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. Funeral service to celebrate the life of Bernice at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Monday, 26th September at 2.30pm, followed by committal at Woodhouse Burial Ground. Would mourners wishing to attend please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust Charity (Sepsis Fund) in memory of Bernice. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.
BAILEY (Margaret, nee Grocott). Suddenly but peacefully on 31st August 2022 surrounded by her loving family at her home in Biddulph. Margaret, aged 78. The much-loved wife of Michael, devoted mum to Robert, Helena and Clare, a dear mother-in-law to Jane and Richard, a treasured nanna to Charlotte, Phil, Jack, William and Joseph, treasured sister, sister-in-law, aunty and friend. Funeral on Wednesday, 5th October. Service at St Patrick’s RC Church, Packmoor at 10am prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Will friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Bright coloured clothing is optional. Family flowers only please, by request; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice, Blurton. Enquiries: S Sigley and Sons Funeral Directors, Leek, 01538 382048.
BARKER (José). Peacefully passed away at Clayton Manor Care Home on 18th August 2022, José, aged 76, of Mossley, and formerly of Biddulph. The dearly loved wife of the late Guy; much-loved mum of Debbie; mother-in-law of Mark and grandma of Gus, and a special sister of Michele. José will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. Funeral service was due to be held to celebrate the life of José at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday, 13th September. Family flowers only; donations if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society in memory of José. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
BERESFORD (Kenneth Arthur). Passed away peacefully at Cranford Grange Care Home, Mobberley, on 31st August 2022. Ken, aged 91, of Sandbach. Former company director of Beresford Transport. Devoted husband of Peggy, dearly loved father to Vanessa and Anthony, much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Rotary Foundation. Funeral service at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach on Friday, 23rd September at 11.30am, followed by committal at Birches Crematorium. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750852.
BOOTE (Judith Ann). Peacefully passed away at her home address, on 31st August 2022, with her loving family by her side. Judith, aged 66, of Harriseahead, formerly of Knypersley, devoted wife of Philip, dearly loved mum of John and Jayne, cherished nanna of Olivia, Brandon, Archer and Billy, also a special friend to many. Judith will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. Funeral service to celebrate the life of Judith at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Monday, 26th September at 10.45am, followed by committal at Carmountside Crematorium. Could mourners wishing to attend please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Encephalitis Society in memory of Judith. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.
BROOKES. At rest on 23rd August 2022. Christine Margaret, aged 78, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Norman Brookes. Loving mum of Corinna and Paul, dear mother-in-law of Ibrahim and Margaret, cherished and treasured grandma of Chelsea and Ela and a dear sister and sister-in-law. Service at St Mary’s RC Church on Friday, 16th September at 11am prior to interment at St Peter’s Church. 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 Age UK. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, CW12 1JR, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.
BROOKS. Suddenly on 19th August 2022. Christopher, aged 52, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Mandy. Loving and cherished dad of Demi Louise and Nadine and a much-loved son of Joyce and the late Philip and a dear brother to Simon and the late Jonathan. Cortege leaves his home at 1.05pm on Tuesday, 27th September for 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 MIND or Suicide Awareness. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, CW12 1JR, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.
DOWD (Laura Charlotte). Suddenly on Saturday, 27th August 2022, while at home, Laura, aged 36, of Biddulph. The adored and devoted partner to Rob; cherished and truly amazing mum of Bonnie and Beatrice; most precious daughter of Jill and Anthony; treasured sister of Dean and Claire; a dearest best friend to Joey and Kelly and fur friend Barkley; a dearly loved daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, niece and cousin, and a very good friend to many. Laura will be so sadly missed by all who loved and knew her but will always be lovingly remembered with a smile. When we lose someone we love, we must learn not to live without them but to live with the love they left behind. Funeral service at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday, 23rd September at noon. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Floral tributes welcome. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379191.
GRIFFITHS (Jean). Peacefully on Monday, 5th September 2022 while at home with her loving family by her side. Jean, aged 85, of Biddulph Moor. The devoted wife of John Samuel (Sam), treasured mum of Paul and Joy, a loving mother-in-law to David and a dearest friend and neighbour to many. Jean will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. “Christ in you, the hope of glory”. Funeral service at New Road Methodist Church, Biddulph Moor, on Tuesday 27th September at 11am prior to a committal service at Bradwell Crematorium. Will family and friends please accept this, the only intimation and kindly meet for the service. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to New Road Methodist Church and/or Diabetes UK. No mourning attire, please; bright colours encouraged to celebrate Jean’s life. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Michael Goulding, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, SOT, ST8 6DY, 01782 379191.
HEATH (Arthur James). Peacefully passed away at Royal Stoke University Hospital on 29th August 2022. Arthur, aged 83, of Biddulph and formerly of Congleton. Devoted husband of Renee, dearly loved step-father of Michael, Mark and Martin, also a much loved granddad and great-granddad. Arthur will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving family and friends. Funeral service to celebrate the life of Arthur at Bradwell Crematorium, on Tuesday, 20th September at 10am. Would mourners wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK in memory of Arthur. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.
JONES (Anthony “Tony”). Peacefully passed away with his loving daughter by his side on 1st September 2022 at Trentham House Care Home. Tony, aged 92, of Biddulph. Devoted husband of the late Christine, dear dad of Clifford, Danny and Elizabeth, beloved granddad and Great Jelly Baby Granddad. Tony will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service on Thursday, 22nd September at Carmountside Crematorium at 3pm. Would those wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to The Donkey Sanctuary. Enquiries: John Garside, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.
SHALLCROSS (Reginald). Peacefully at Hollymere House on Friday, 2nd September. Reg, aged 91 of Sandbach. The dearly beloved husband of Vera, much loved father of Phillip, treasured grandfather and great-grandfather, will be dearly missed. Funeral on Tuesday, 27th September at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach at 10.45am, followed by committal at Crewe Crematorium at 1pm. Family flowers only, please; donations, if preferred, to British Red Cross. Enquiries: Griffiths and Booth, Sandbach, 01270 765783.
SMITH (Pauline). Passed away on Tuesday, 6th September 2022, aged 73. The much-loved wife of Robert; adored mum to Donna and Gemma and caring mother-in-law to Adam. Pauline will be truly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service at Vale Royal Crematorium on Tuesday, 20th September at 2pm. Family flowers only, by request; all donations gratefully received for St Luke’s Hospice in loving memory of Pauline. Enquiries: Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 37a, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, 01270 762 230.
