BAIN (Brenda Mary). Passed away peacefully on 21st November 2021, at Tabley House Nursing Home, Brenda, aged 83, of Holmes Chapel. The beloved wife of the late Malcolm; dearly loved mum to Alastair and Adrian, and a wonderful granny. The funeral service is to be held at St Luke’s Church, Holmes Chapel, on Monday, 6th December at 11am, followed by committal at Birches Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice and Parkinson’s UK. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
BINGLEY (Austin). Passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving daughter and son, on 24th November 2021, at Hillswood Lodge, Endon, Austin, aged 101. The devoted husband of the late Evelyn; father to Joy, Roger and the late Gordon; father-in-law of John and Vivia; granddad to Louise, Darren, Vicky, Andrew and Sarah, and a dear great-granddad. Austin will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his family and friends. The funeral service is to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday, 9th December at noon. Could all wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Research UK and Pancreatic Cancer Research in memory of Austin. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
BRITTAIN (Robert Michael, “Rob”). Suddenly passed away on Wednesday, 17th November 2021, at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Robert, aged 58, of Harriseahead. The devoted husband of Bev; cherished dad of Ryan and Katie, and step-dad to Scott and Tom; a treasured granddad Rob; loving father-in-law, son-in-law, a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle, and a very good friend to many. Rob will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Friday, 17th December at 11am, prior to interment into Woodhouse Burial Ground. Will family and friends please accept this, the only intimation, and kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, will go towards a defibrillator in memory of Rob c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Michael Goulding, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
CROSBY (Peter). Peacefully on 18th November 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family, following a long illness borne with great courage, Peter, aged 87, of Biddulph Moor. The devoted husband of Shirley; wonderful dad of Stephanie and the late Paul David; dear father-in-law of Andrew; proud granddad of Tom and Becky, and loving brother of David and the late Geoff and Linda. Peter will be fondly remembered by all his family and friends. The funeral service is to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday, 8th December at 12.40pm. Would relatives and friends kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Enquiries and donations: Williamson Brothers, Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, 01782 212 880.
DYER (Ronald). Peacefully at rest on Thursday, 18th November 2021, while at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Ronald, aged 85, of Gillow Heath. A much-loved and devoted husband of Jean; a caring, loving and supportive father of Paul, and a treasured gramps of Emily and Bryn. Ronald will be deeply missed by all his loving family and friends. The funeral service is to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday, 9th December at 2.40pm. No flowers, by request please; donations preferred in Ronald’s memory to Daybreak Day Opportunity. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
HALL (Margaret). Peacefully on 18th November 2021, at Haddon Hall Care Home, Margaret, aged 83, formerly of Rainow, Macclesfield. The funeral service takes place at Holy Trinity Church, Rainow, on Wednesday, 15th December at 11am, prior to committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Guide Dogs or the Macmillan Suite at Macclesfield District General Hospital. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
HILL (Gareth George). At rest at his home on 13th November 2021, Gareth George, aged 43, of Surrey and formerly of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Verushka; loving son of George and the late Julie; dear brother of Oliver, brother-in-law of Isabel and a cherished dad of Monty. The funeral service and cremation are at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 17th December at 11.30am. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to The Christie Hospital or Visyon, Congleton. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
LEE (Jean). Wife of the late Brian Lee, formerly of Sandbach, passed away peacefully on 11th November 2021, aged 89. The funeral service is to be held at Gloucester Crematorium on Friday, 10th December at 1pm. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Jean for BLISS (for babies born premature or sick) should be made payable to “LW Clutterbuck Ltd” and sent to LW Clutterbuck Funeral Directors, 24-26, High Street, Cam, Dursley, Glos, GL11 5LE.
MASSEY (Gillian). Peacefully on 16th November 2021, at East Cheshire Hospice, Gillian, aged 58, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of Anthony “Tony”; loving mum of Jack and Hollie, and a dear sister to Ian. The funeral service and cremation take place at Manchester Crematorium on Tuesday, 7th December at noon. 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 East Cheshire Hospice or Macmillan Nurses. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
MCCARTNEY (Hilda). Of Bank View, Goostrey, passed away on 15th November 2021, aged 90. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. The funeral takes place on Thursday, 9th December at 1pm at Vale Royal Crematorium. Enquiries: Griffiths and Booth Funeral Directors, Laburnum Cottage, 17, Macclesfield Road, Holmes Chapel, 01477 532 427.
MELLOR (Margaret). Passed away peacefully at home on 29th November 2021, Margaret, aged 85, of Malkins Bank. The beloved wife of the late Bill; treasured mum to Simon, Sally and Adam, and a much-loved grandma and great-grandma. The funeral service is at Crewe Crematorium on Friday, 10th December at 10.45am. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to The Christie. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
MITCHELL (John). Passed away unexpectedly on Friday, 19th November 2021, at home, surrounded by his loving family, aged 81. A cherished husband to Margaret; loving father to Tracey and Joanne; father-in-law to Simon and Richard; much-loved granddad of Charlotte and Jacob, and close members including Phil and Phillipa and distant relatives in Australia. John will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by everyone who knew him. The funeral will be held at Birches Crematorium, Northwich, at 2pm on Friday, 10th December. The family are truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolences and cards that have been sent in John’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations be made to British Heart Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Jason and Abi, Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297 963 larvinandclegg.co.uk. Please direct all enquiries to them.
MORRIS (Kathleen Mary). Peacefully on 14th November 2021, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Kathleen Mary, aged 85, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of James “Jim”; loving mum of Paul; dear mother-in-law of Christine, and cherished and treasured grandmother of Alex, Daniel and Abbie, also Nial, Siobahn, Liam and Ciaron. The cortege leaves her home at 1.30pm on Monday, 13th December for the service at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Congleton, prior to committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
PEAKE (Jackie, nee Faulkner). Passed away on Sunday, 14th November 2021, at Leighton Hospital, Jackie, aged 59. A devoted wife to David; much loved mum to Tregarran and Lorna, Camilla and Craig, Baretta and the late Nathan; step-sister to Jonathan and Richard; loving nana to Edmund and Anya, and a wonderful sister to Georgina and Jon. Jackie will be greatly missed by us all. The funeral took place at Crewe Crematorium on Wednesday, 1st December. Donations to Mind, Alsager Animals In Need and Chance Changing Lives. Rest in peace, Jackie. We all love you very much. Enquiries: Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, Sandbach, 01270 762 230.
PRICE (Terrence Roy). Passed away peacefully on 23rd November, 2021, at Leighton Hospital, Terry, aged 77, of Elworth. The treasured husband of Sandra and beloved dad to Timothy and Rob. The funeral service is to be held at Birches Crematorium on Thursday, 9th December at noon. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
SHELDON (Cynthia Mary). At rest on Saturday, 20th November 2021, in the loving care of the nursing staff at East Cheshire Hospice, Cynthia, aged 88, of Congleton and formerly of Knypersley. The dearly devoted and beloved wife of the late Brian; cherished mum of Elizabeth; loving mother-in-law to the late Nigel; dearest sister of Basil and sister-in-law to Irene, and a much loved aunt, cousin and a treasured friend to many. Cynthia will be greatly missed by her loving family and many friends. The funeral and committal service will take place at Macclesfield crematorium on Wednesday, 15th December at 11.30am. Will all 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 would be gratefully received to Biddulph in Bloom and/or East Cheshire 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 379191.
TAYLOR (Stuart Wallace). Passed away peacefully on 19th November 2021, at home, Stuart, aged 76, of Sandbach. The devoted husband of the late Barbara; treasured dad to Darren, Mark and the late Andrew, and a loving granddad. The funeral service is at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach, on Friday, 17th December at 1pm, followed by interment of ashes at Sandbach Cemetery. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Mary’s Church, Sandbach. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
