ALLEN (David Michael). Suddenly on 4th March 2025, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, David Michael, aged 60, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Caroline Allen, of Congleton; loving dad of Nikita, Debbie, David and Nicole; much-loved son of Brenice; dear father-in-law of Gareth and Charlotte, and a much-loved granddad and brother. The cortege is to leave his home on Friday, 11th April at 1.20pm for a service and cremation at Birches Crematorium (CW12 7SU) 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 British Heart Foundation. Enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.
BASFORD (Frances Mary). Peacefully in the loving care of staff at Park Lane Care Home, Congleton, on Thursday, 20th March 2025, Frances, aged 98, of Goostrey. The devoted wife of the late Geoffrey; loving mum of Jane and Sally; treasured nanna of Tom and George, and a much-loved mother-in-law of Keith. Frances will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the Royal British Legion. The funeral service will take place at 2pm on Friday, 4th April at Birches Crematorium, Lach Dennis. For further information, please contact Three Shires Funeral Service, The Old Band Club, Worrall Street, Congleton, 01260 279507.
BEALE (Jason Alan). Peacefully on Monday, 17th March 2025 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Jason, aged 55, of Longton, and formerly Biddulph. The devoted husband to Deborah; much-loved son to Gill and the late Alan; loving brother to Ben; treasured step-father to Kerry, Rosemary and Tom; step-grandfather to Ben, Bethany, Ellie and partners Phoebe, Nathan and Ben; much-loved granddad Jase to Jenna, Rae and Freddie and great step-granddad to Oscar and Arabella; a very dear brother-in-law and much-loved uncle and a good friend to many. The funeral service is to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday, 4th April at 3pm. Will all family and friends kindly accept this only intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice or ward 201/202 at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust. All enquiries to: Neil Venables, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Funeral Directors, 1, Nashe Drive, Blurton, 01782 599 156.
BOURNE (Pauline Audrey). Peacefully on 15th March 2025 at Heliosa Nursing Home, Congleton, Pauline Audrey, aged 93. The dearly loved wife of the late Gordon Bourne; loving mum of Sara and Joanne; dear mother-in-law of Phil and Jon; a cherished and treasured grandma of Luke, Sam, Adam and Laura and great-granny of George. The cortege is to leave her daughter Joanne’s residence on Monday, 31st March at 1.25pm for a service and cremation at Macclesfield 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 the Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
BOWERY (Ronald, “Ron”). Peacefully on Wednesday, 12th March 2025 at Douglas Macmillan Hospice surrounded by his loving family, Ron, aged 89, of Biddulph. The beloved and devoted husband of Cath; cherished dad of Steve, Brenda and Alison; dearest father-in-law to Caroline, Carl and Andy; a treasured granddad and great-granddad, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and a very dear neighbour and friend to many. Ron will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. The funeral service will take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Tuesday, 1st April at 11am, prior to interment into Woodhouse Burial Ground. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Floral tributes welcome, or if desired, donations to Douglas Macmillan Hospice c/o the funeral director. Mourning attire optional, bright colours welcome. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Ryan Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
BROCKLEHURST (John Clifford). Peacefully on 8th March 2025 at Heliosa Nursing Home, John Clifford, aged 88, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of May; loving dad of Damian, and cherished and treasured granddad of Max and Matilda. The cortege is to leave his home on Monday, 7th April at 12.40pm for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 1.15pm. 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 Orbis. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. afinneron.co.uk.
BROWN (Kathleen Aveen, “Veen”, 24/02/1936-18/03/2025). Veen passed away peacefully at home with her loving family beside her on 18th March 2025, aged 89. Veen was the beloved wife to the late Norman; a much-loved mum to Michael, Julie, Craig, Karla, Yolanda and Adrian, and grandma to Daisy, Mia, Tilly, Rosie, Kitty, Talia and Ruby, and a wonderful friend to many. The funeral service and celebration of Veen’s life will be held at St John’s Church, Byley, on Wednesday, 9th April at 11.30am followed by burial in the churchyard. Kind donations in Veen’s memory will be given to St Luke’s Hospice. All enquiries to Oxley’s Funeral Services, 01270 214 009.
EVANS (Elizabeth Mary). Loving wife of the late John Evans, partner of Michael, mother, mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. Passed away on Saturday, 15th March 2025, aged 91. Sadly missed. The funeral service will be held at St James’s Church, Gawsworth, on Tuesday, 8th April at 11am. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Age UK or British Heart Foundation. All donations and enquiries to Albert R Slack Funeral Directors, 84, South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, 01625 525 063. cheshirefunerals.co.uk.
HOLLAND (Fred). Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on 19th March 2025 at Dougie Mac Hospice. Fred will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his family and friends. The service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday, 3rd April at 10am. Would family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. family flowers only, please; donations to Dougie Mac Hospice. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
PACE (Margaret Emily). Passed away peacefully at home on 22nd March 2025, Margaret, aged 92, of Medhurst Green. The beloved wife of James; devoted mum to Helen, Tony and Gillian, and a much-loved grandma and great-grandma. The funeral service is to be held at St Oswald’s Church, Brereton, on Friday, 11th April at noon, followed by interment in the churchyard. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Oswald’s Church, Brereton, and East Cheshire Hospice. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
PERRY (Harvey Shropshire, “Joe”). Peacefully on Saturday, 15th March 2025, aged 87. A much-loved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many, who will be greatly missed. The funeral service will be held at Birches Crematorium and Remembrance Park on Tuesday, 1st April at 2pm; please wear cheerful attire. family flowers only, by request; donations, if desired to Chelford Surgery Patients’ Fund, East Cheshire Hospice or The Christie at Macclesfield. All donations and enquiries to Albert R Slack Funeral Directors, 84, South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, 01625 525 063. cheshirefunerals.co.uk.
PRICE (Margaret, 1938-2025). Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, 11th March 2025 at the Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre. The much-loved wife of the late Peter Roy Price; beloved mum of Stephen and Nigel, and a cherished grandmother. Margaret’s funeral will take place on Monday, 14th April, with a service at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach, at noon, followed by interment at Sandbach Cemetery at 1pm. family flowers only, please; donations will be forwarded to Cancer Research UK. There will be a box provided at the service or people can donate online at margaret-price-1938-2025.muchloved.com. All funeral enquiries to Joseph O’Connell Funeral Service, 28-30, Mill Street, Crewe, 01270 584 447.
PRIME (Alfred John). Passed away peacefully on Saturday 1st March 2025 at Priesty Fields Care Home, Congleton, Alfred, of Congleton, aged 89. A loved and devoted husband to Janet; cherished dad to Raymond and Elaine; treasured granddad, and much-loved brother to Pamela, Narissa, and Jill. Alfred will be sadly missed by his family and friends but fondly remembered. The funeral service is to take place at 12.45pm on Tuesday, 8th April at St James The Great Church, Congleton. family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298829.
UNWIN (Malcolm, “Malc”). Sadly, on Sunday, 9th March 2025, Malc, aged 74, of Lask Edge. A beloved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and a very dear friend to Will. Malc will be greatly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family, the farming community and many friends and neighbours. The funeral service will take place at Christ Church, Biddulph Moor, on Wednesday, 2nd April at 10.45am prior to a private committal service. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. No floral tributes by request, donations preferred and gratefully received to Christ Church. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Ryan Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
WILSON (John Edward). At rest on Sunday, 9th March 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, John, aged 90, of Knypersley. The dearly beloved husband of Jean; much-loved dad of Martin and the late Mark; dear father-in-law of Lexy and the devoted granddad of Kate, Michael and Charlotte. The funeral cortege will leave Arlington Funeral Home on Friday, 4th April for service at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, at noon followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Would all relatives and friends wishing to attend please meet at the church. No flowers please by request; donations in memory of John, if desired, may be sent for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity c/o the funeral director. Donations and enquiries to David Podmore, Arlington Funeral Services, Arlington House, Ford Green Road, Stoke on Trent, ST6 1NX, 01782 818 888.
