Death Notices, 1st August 2024

ALLEN. Peacefully on 24th July 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital. Patricia “Pat” Catherine, aged 95, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Philip Allen. Loving mum of Christopher, Simon, Cathy and Penny, dear mother-in-law of Claire, Teresa, Jon and Phil and a cherished and treasured grandma and great-grandma. Service and cremation are to take place at the Birches Crematorium on Friday, 9th August at 2pm. Will relatives and friends please accept this, the only intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium; at Pat’s request, please wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, CW12 1JR, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.

ANGEL (Raymond “Ray”). Ray passed away peacefully on Thursday, 18th July 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends, aged 88. The cherished husband of Patricia, loving dad to Heather and Dawn, respected father-in-law to John and Jim, much loved granddad of Sam, Gemma, James and Hayley, and great-granddad to Teddy. Ray will be lovingly remembered for his sense of humour, warm personality, friendly smile, strength of character and unassuming nature, and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. The funeral will be held at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Congleton at 11.30am on Wednesday, 7th August. Will friends please accept this notice as an invitation to join us in celebrating Ray’s life. We kindly suggest to wear cheerful colours, and perhaps wear a bright tie or socks, as this embodies how Ray was. The family are truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolence and cards that have been sent in Ray’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations can be made to British Heart Foundation. A donation box will be available at the service. However, donations can be sent via the funeral directors. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Abi and Jason at Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297963. larvinandclegg.co.uk. Please direct all enquiries to them.

BARRETT (Wayne). Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, 24th July 2024, aged 64. Funeral will be at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday, 13th August at 9.20am. Please wear bright colours and Stoke City football shirts. Donations welcome to UHNM Charity for Royal Stoke ICU. Enquiries: Tudor-Davies Funeral Services, The Beeches, 142, Waterloo Road, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 3HB, 01782 811411.

BIDDULPH (Peter). Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 17th July 2024, aged 82. Much loved husband of Patricia, caring dad to Stephen, Hayley, and their partners Lynn and Colin, loving granddad to Andrew, Emma and Lauren. Peter will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Crewe Crematorium on Wednesday, 7th August at 10.45am. Family flowers only, by request; all donations gratefully received to Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Peter. All enquiries to: Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 37a, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, CW11 1DH.

BURT (Michael). Peacefully at Leighton Hospital on Sunday, 18th July 2024. Michael, aged 77. Funeral service to take place on Thursday, 8th August at St Luke’s Church, Goostrey at 10am, prior to committal at Vale Royal Crematorium. Family flowers only, by request; donations, if desired, to Mencap in memory of Michael. All enquiries to Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 01270 762230.

CLIFFE (Irene). Peacefully passed away on 18th July 2024, at Douglas Macmillan Hospice with family by her side, Irene, age 75, of Congleton (formerly of Biddulph). Devoted wife of the late Jim, cherished mum of Garry, adored mum-in-law of Laura, beloved nan of Nicola, much loved sister of Mavis, Ian and the late Arnold. Irene will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph on Monday, 12th August at 2.30pm, followed by light refreshments at the church hall. Would family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. All enquiries to John Garside Funeral Directors, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, ST8 6BD, 01782 513210.

GOODWIN (Arnold). Arnold passed away peacefully on Monday, 15th July 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, aged 91. The cherished husband of the late Joan, loving dad to Martyn, loving father-in-law to Debbie. Arnold will be lovingly remembered for his kindness, generosity and sense of humour. He was a true gentleman who will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. The funeral will be held at Holy Trinity Church, Mossley at 11.30am on Thursday, 8th August. Will friends please accept this notice as an invitation to join us in celebrating Arnold’s life. The family are truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolences and cards that have been sent in Arnold’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations can be made to East Cheshire Hospice. A donation box will be available at the service. However, donations can be sent via the funeral directors. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Abi and Jason at Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297963. larvinandclegg.co.uk. Please direct all enquiries to them.

GOODWIN (Robert). Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 20th July 2024 at Astbury Mere Care Home. Robert, aged 86, of Congleton. Loved and devoted husband of Ann, loving dad of Robert, Nick, Lee-Ann and Danny, cherished granddad of Casey, Sophie, Josh, Dean, Charlotte, Olivia and Lucas and treasured great-granddad of Ellis. Robert was also a dear brother to the late Norman, Ronnie and Alan, dear sister-in-law of Margaret and much missed uncle of Kathryn and Christine. Robert will be missed by all his family and friends but fondly remembered. The funeral service is to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 8th August at 12.15pm. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Marie Curie. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 1DF, 01260 298829.

LANCAKE. Peacefully on 18th July 2024 at Royal Stoke University Hospital. Isabel “Mavis”, aged 97, of Knypersley. The dearly loved and devoted wife of 77 years to Ern and a loving aunt and great-aunt. Service and cremation are to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday, 12th August at 2.45pm. Will relatives and friends please accept this, the only intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Royal Stoke University Hospital. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, CW12 1JR, 01260 27622. afinneron.co.uk.

MORRIS (Geoffrey Clement). Passed away peacefully on 24th July 2024. Geoff, aged 88, of Brookhouse Green, Smallwood. Devoted husband of the late June, dearly loved dad to Philip, Sandra and Ian, and treasured granddad of Edward and Max. Funeral service to be held at St Oswald’s Church, Brereton on Wednesday, 14th August at 11am, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the Stroke Association. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, CW11 1HJ, 01270 750852.

NODEN (Peter). Passed away peacefully on 24th July 2024. Peter, aged 87, of Warmingham. Dearly loved husband of Frances, proud dad to Sally and treasured granddad. Funeral service to be held at St Leonard’s Church, Warmingham on Friday, 9th August at 2pm, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Leonard’s Church, Warmingham. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, CW11 1HJ, 01270 750852.

PROUDMORE. At rest on 23rd July 2024 at home. Ernest James, aged 92, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Rosemary. Loving dad of Jane and Sarah, dear father-in-law of Steven, cherished granddad of Kerri, Kieran, Elisha and Elayna and great-granddad of Bobby and George. Cortege is to leave his home on Tuesday, 13th August at 10.45am for service and interment at Hulme Walfield 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, CW12 1JR, 01260 27622. afinneron.co.uk.

ROBINSON (Brenda Jeanne). Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 17th July 2024 while at home with her daughters by her side. Brenda, aged 95, of Congleton. The dearly loved wife of the late Eric, treasured mum of Judith and Christine, devoted and loving nan of William and Ross and a very dear friend to many. She will be greatly missed and forever loved. A private funeral service will take place at Brenda’s request. Donations, if desired, to 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, SOT, ST8 6DY, 01782 379191.

SHENTON. On 21st July 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital. John Wilfred, aged 81, of Biddulph, (former captain of Congleton Golf Club) peacefully passed away. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Margaret, loving dad of Miranda, dear father-in-law of Mark, cherished and treasured gramps of Eliza and a dear twin brother to Len. The cortege is to leave his home on Monday, 19th August at 1.50pm for the service at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph at 2pm, prior to interment at Woodhouse Lane burial ground. Please will friends wishing to attend, kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to RNLI. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, CW12 1JR, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.

WATSON (Brenda). Benda passed away peacefully on Monday, 15th July 2024 at Applecroft Home, aged 89. The cherished wife of the late Dennis, loving mother to Suzy and the late Katy, much loved grandma of Oliver, Charlotte, Fraser, Amelia and Findlay, and great-grandma to Indie. Brenda will be lovingly remembered for her warm personality and strength of character and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. The funeral will be held at Holy Trinity Church, Mossley on Monday, 5th August at 12.30pm followed by cremation at Birches Crematorium, Lach Dennis. Will friends please accept this notice as an invitation to join us in celebrating Brenda’s life. The family have requested that those in attendance wear whatever they feel comfortable in. The family are truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolence and cards that have been sent in Brenda’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations can be made to British Red Cross and Dementia Research UK. A donation box will be available at the service. However, donations can be sent via the funeral directors. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Abi and Jason at Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297963. larvinandclegg.co.uk. Please direct all enquiries to them.