BEESTON (Jean). It is with deep sorrow, and much love, that the family mourns the passing of Jean at Douglas Macmillan Hospice with her loving family by her side. Jean, aged 90, of Biddulph, was the devoted wife of the late John; dearly loved mum of Sue and her partner Neil; much-loved and adored granny of Sarah, Rachel, Tim and Carlos; a special sister, sister-in-law and auntie, and a dear friend to many. Jean will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. The funeral service to celebrate the life of Jean is at St Stephen’s Church, Congleton, on Thursday, 23rd February at 10am. Would family and friends wishing to attend please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice in memory of Jean. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
BOOTH (George Gerard DFM / FLOH). Suddenly but peacefully at rest at Royal Stoke University Hospital on 30th January 2023, surrounded by his loving family, George, of Biddulph, aged 98. The dearly beloved husband of the late Ida; a loving dad to Denis, Denise and Sheena; a dearest father-in-law to Sandra, Peter and Gerard, and treasured granddad, great-granddad, uncle and friend, who will be truly missed. The funeral service will be at English Martyrs’ RC Church, Biddulph, on Friday, 3rd March at 12.45pm, followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations preferred to the Alzheimer’s Society and the Stroke Association. Enquiries and donations: C McGough and Sons, 69, High Street, Biddulph, 01782 515 155.
BRERETON (June). Peacefully passed away on 27th January 2023 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, June, aged 84, of Biddulph. The much-loved wife of the late Eric; mum to Dawn, Robert and partner Ange; grandmother to Matthew and Victoria; dear sister of Jill and Roy, and a special friend to many. June will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her family and friends. The funeral service is at Biddulph Methodist Church on Monday, 27th February at 11.30am followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Diabetes UK. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
BURGESS (Eric). Passed away peacefully at Macclesfield District General Hospital on Tuesday, 24th January 2023, aged 94. The loving husband of his late wife Alison, and father of Nigel and Martin. The funeral service is on Tuesday, 28th February at St James The Great Church, Congleton, at 12.30pm, followed by the committal at Vale Royal Crematorium, Northwich. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, in loving memory of Eric to Versus Arthritis and the British Heart Foundation. Enquiries: Co-op Funeral Care, 20, West Road, Congleton, 01260 270 290.
COPE (Beatrice, “Elaine”). Passed away peacefully on Friday, 27th January 2023 at Park Lane Nursing Home, Knypersley, Elaine, aged 80, of Biddulph. The much-loved and devoted wife of the late Peter; dearly loved mum of Paul and Stephen; loved mother-in-law of Kirstin and a much-loved nan of Erika. Elaine will be greatly missed but fondly remembered by all her family and friends. The funeral service is at Biddulph Methodist Church on Friday, 24th February at 2pm followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only please; donations, if desired, to the British Heart Foundation. Enquiries and donations: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, 01782 212 880.
COUSINS (Ann). At rest on 9th February 2023 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Ann, aged 85, of Biddulph. The devoted wife of the late Donald; much-loved mum and grandma, and a dear sister of Brian and Keith. Ann will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. The funeral service is at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday, 28th February at 3pm. Would family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Donations, if desired, to Cancer Research. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
MELLOR (Harold). It is with great sadness that the family announces the sad passing of Harold who, on Thursday, 26th January 2023, went to be with the Lord while in the comfort of his loving home. Harold, aged 93, of Biddulph, was a truly beloved and devoted husband of the late Mary; treasured father of Angela and dear father-in-law to John; cherished and most adored granddad of Mary Elizabeth; dearest brother of Joyce, Christine and the late Nora and Len; much loved brother-in-law to Iris and Terry, and a good neighbour and friend to many. Harold will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends. “Christ in you, the hope of glory”. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Harold will be held at Rood Lane Methodist Church, Congleton, on Monday, 27th February at noon prior to interment at Woodhouse Burial Ground. 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 Douglas Macmillan Hospice 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.
NIXON (nee Clark). Peacefully on 5th February 2023 at Belvedere Care Home, Alderley Edge, Joan Mary, aged 81, of Gawsworth. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late John Nixon; loving mum of Peter, Stewart, Ian and Emma; dear mother-in-law of Hanadi, Jane and David; cherished and treasured grandma of six and a dear sister of Anne. The funeral service is at Dean Row Unitarian Chapel on Monday, 6th March at 11am, prior to committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Will relatives and friends please accept this, the only intimation, and kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK or the Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
YATES (Catherine Mary). Passed away at home on 3rd February 2023, Cath, aged 71, of Haslington. The beloved daughter of the late Harry and Margaret; loved sister to the late Brian; sister-in-law of Rose, and a much-loved auntie to Heather, Caragh, Sian and Gavin. The funeral service is at St Matthew’s Church, Haslington, on Tuesday, 21st February at 10.30am, followed by committal at Crewe Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Asthma and Lung UK. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
