Agency by William Gibson 
ANDERSON (William, “Bill”). Peacefully at rest while in the loving care of his family, at Royal Stoke University Hospital, on 1st November 2023, aged 80, William, of Biddulph Moor, former landlord of the Bull’s Head in Smallwood and latterly of the Stag’s Head at Great Warford. The dearly beloved husband of the late Sylvia; devoted dad to Nicola; dearest father-in-law to Malcolm; a loving and much-loved granddad to Joshua and Jasmine, and a dearest brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend who will be truly missed. A celebration of Bill’s life will take place within the next month. Donations would be appreciated in Bill’s memory to Alzheimer’s UK. Donations and celebration enquiries to: C McGough and Sons Funeral Directors, 69, High Street, Biddulph, 01782 515 155.
BLEASE (Emmanuel, “Manny”). Peacefully on 31st October 2023 at Heliosa Nursing Home, Emmanuel “Manny”, aged 87, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Barbara Blease; loving dad of Kath and the late David; dear father-in-law of Chris, and a cherished and treasured granddad of Jordan and Serena. The cortege is to leave his daughter’s home on Wednesday, 29th November at 10.10am for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 10.45am. 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 Alzheimer’s Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.
CREAN (Delyth Jane). Peacefully at home on Thursday, 2nd November 2023, following a short illness with her family by her side, Delyth, aged 65, and late of Congleton. The loving wife of Paul and a much-loved mum of Dave and Pete, Delyth will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. For donation details please follow the link delythcrean.muchloved.com. The family have requested that people dress as they feel comfortable for the funeral service, which will take place at 12.30pm on Monday, 20th November at Trinity Methodist Church, Wagg Street, Congleton. For further information please contact Three Shires Funeral Services, Units 1-2, The Old Band Club, Worrall Street, Congleton, 01260 279 507.
HALL (William, “Bill”). Of Biddulph, formerly Beckbury, Shropshire, passed away, aged 79, at his home on 4th November surrounded by family. The devoted husband of Ann; dad to Mark and Hayley, Pam and Simon; much-loved brother (bruv) to Betsy and Michael, an adored granddad to Aaron, Callum, Joseph, Bethany, Sophie, Neve and Seth. The funeral service is to be held at Hill Top Methodist Church, Biddulph Moor, on Thursday, 30th November at 10.45am, followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Family flowers only, by request; donations preferred to Douglas Macmillan Hospice or Prostate Cancer Research. Donations and enquiries: C McGough and Sons, 79, Roundwell Street, Tunstall, 01782 834 000.
HOWELL (Rita). Peacefully on 10th November 2023 at home, Rita, aged 83, of Eaton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late George “Alan” Howell; loving mum of Ian; dear sister of Jacqueline and Edgar, and dear sister-in-law of Ellen, Phillip and Rita. The service and cremation are to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday, 27th November at 11.30am. Will relatives and friends please accept this, the only intimation, and kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Dementia UK. All enquiries to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
JAMES (Ann, nee Reynolds). Peacefully passed away on 4th November 2023 at Royal Stoke University Hospital with her loving family by her side, Ann, aged 81, of Biddulph. The devoted wife of John; dearly loved mum of the late Jonathan and the late Carl; much-loved nan of Kim, Ash, and Lewis, and a cherished great-grandma and very special aunt to Stephen. Ann will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. A funeral service is to be held to celebrate the life of Ann at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Thursday, 30th November at 1pm. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust Charity, critical care unit, in memory of Ann. All enquiries to: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
QUAYLE (James, “Jim”). Aged 92, of Somerford Booths, Congleton, passed away peacefully on 3rd November. The beloved husband of Nora; treasured father of Susan and Yvonne, and a dearly loved father-in-law, uncle and friend. A service of celebration for Jim’s life will take place at St Michael’s Church, Hulme Walfield, on Wednesday, 6th December at 11.45am. Will relatives and friends please accept this, the only intimation, and kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, via the family to British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
ROBINSON (Elizabeth, “Betty”, nee Street). Aged 99, of Holmes Chapel, passed away peacefully while in the care of Mount Pleasant Care Home, Knutsford on Thursday, 2nd November. Betty will be greatly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. The funeral is to be held at The Birches Crematorium, Birches Lane, Lach Dennis, CW9 7SU, on Friday, 17th November at 2pm. Friends are then invited to join us in celebrating Betty’s life at the George and Dragon, Holmes Chapel, CW4 7EA. Family flowers only. Any donations to British Heart Foundation please. Enquires to Griffiths and Booth, Holmes Chapel, 01477 532 427.
STEPHENSON (Julie). Passed away peacefully in hospital on 23rd October 2023, aged 64, and of Stoke-on-Trent. The beloved wife of Leo Stephenson; dear mum of Sharon and Stephen, and much-loved grandparent of Taylor, Maddison, Emily and Aime. The funeral service is to be held at The Birches Crematorium and Remembrance Park on Thursday, 23rd November at 11am. Donations, if desired, in memory of Julie will be gratefully received for the critical care unit at Salford Royal. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, 20, West Road, Congleton, 01260 270 290.
WINSTANLEY (Alan). Passed away peacefully in Macclesfield District General Hospital on Saturday, 28th October 2023, aged 86. The dearly loved husband of Jacqueline, father to Colin and Karen and cherished brother to Rita and the late Roy. The funeral service and cremation is at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 23rd November at 1.15pm. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium for the service. No floral tributes, by request; donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
WRIGHT (Keith). Passed away peacefully on 2nd November 2023 at Douglas Macmillan Hospice with his loving family by his side, Keith, aged 80, of Biddulph. The devoted husband of Chris; dearly loved dad of Vicky and Anthony; much-loved father-in-law of Stephen and Kerry and a cherished grandad of Tom, and a special friend to many. The funeral service will be held at 1.30pm on Wednesday, 29th November at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
