Death Notices, 7th January, 2021

ADAMS (Claude Douglas). Sadly passed away on 21st December, 2020, at Royal Stoke University Hospital. Claude, aged 96, of Biddulph. Dearly loved husband of the late Ivy Adams, much loved dad of Doug, Lyndene and Nicholas also a cherished granddad and great-granddad of Joanne, Ben, George, Sarah, Henry, Dan, Josh, Mistaya, Sebastian, Jude and Liv. A private funeral takes place on Wednesday, 27th January at Bradwell crematorium at 12.40pm. Family flowers only, donations appreciated for Cancer Research UK or Leukaemia UK c/o the family. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.

ANTROBUS (Tony). At rest 20th December, 2020. Tony, aged 74, of Kidsgrove, former publican of the Cosey Club, Haslington. The dearly loved husband of Sheila and a dear father, granddad, brother, uncle and friend to many. A private family funeral will take place, but should you wish to make a donation in memory of Tony, the charity of choice is Macmillan Cancer Support (Macmillan Nurses). Enquiries and donations: Joseph Edwards and Sons, King Street, Kidsgrove, 01782 775333 or 01270 882097.

ASHMORE. Peacefully on 26th December, 2020, at home. Brian Ronald, aged 67, of Congleton. Dearly loved husband of Carole. Loving dad of Rachael and Stacey, and granddad to Ally and Indie. Service and cremation take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 14th January. Family flowers only; donations via the family to East Cheshire Hospice. Enquiries: Alan Finneron, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.

BIBBY (Frank Harold). Peacefully in his sleep at the family home on Friday, 11th December, 2020. Frank, aged 79, late of Mow Cop. Adored husband of the late Ann, treasured dad of Ingrid and Rachel, and father-in-law to Alan and Alan. Also a loving granddad of Elizabeth, Madeleine and Tom. Funeral service takes place at 2pm on Wednesday, 13th January at Bradwell Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Mow Cop Community Hall. Enquiries: Three Shires Independent Funeral Services, 7, Moody Street, Congleton, 01260 279507.

BOOTH (John “Brian”). Peacefully on Sunday, 27th December, 2020, at RSUH. Brian, aged 80, of Biddulph Moor. A truly and greatly devoted husband of Jean, dearest brother-in-law to Gerald, Christine, Gillian and Bill, loving uncle of Robert, Emma and Gareth, much-loved cousin and a very good friend and neighbour to many. Brian will be dearly missed by all his loving family and many friends. A private funeral and committal service will take place by invitation only. A service of thanksgiving will be held later at Hill Top Methodist Church once the restrictions have been lifted. Family flowers only, by request; donations preferred and gratefully received to Tall Oaks Care Home Comfort Fund and/or Hill Top Methodist. Enquiries and donations: Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, 31–33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, ST8 6DY, 01782 379191.

COWAN (Leonora). Passed away peacefully on 14th December, 2020, surrounded by her loving family at Tall Oaks Nursing Home. Nora, aged 85, of Biddulph. Devoted wife of Billy, dearly loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and auntie. Nora will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Biddulph Methodist Church on Wednesday, 20th January. Family Flowers only. Donations can be made in memory of Nora to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.

DALE (Gerald William). Passed away peacefully at Macclesfield District General Hospital on 26th December, 2020. Gerald, aged 89, of Smallwood. Devoted husband of Cynthia, much loved dad to Lorraine, precious granddad and great-granddad. Funeral service at St Mary’s Church, Astbury, on Saturday, 16th January at 11.30am, followed by interment in the churchyard. Due to current regulations a restricted number of mourners applies. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Mary’s Church, Astbury, and North West Air Ambulance. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750852.

DALE (John, Johnny, JD). After a long illness and surrounded by family, John passed away on 23rd December, 2020, aged 69. Beloved partner to Fredi. Much loved dad to Tracey, much-loved granddad to Jay, Esme and Finn, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service will be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday, 11th January at 11.20am. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, in loving memory of John Dale will be gratefully received for The Christie cancer hospital. Enquiries: Co-op Funeralcare, 20, West Road, Congleton, 01270 270290.

HILDITCH (David). Suddenly but peacefully on 23rd December, 2020. David, aged 75, of Sandbach. Dearly loved husband of Christine and a much loved dad, granddad, great-granddad and brother. Funeral service takes place on Monday, 11th January at Crewe Crematorium at 1.45pm. Family flowers only, please, by request; donations, if desired, for Diabetic Association in memory of David. Enquiries: Peter Forshaw, Sandbach, 01270 762230.

HILDITCH (Neil Christopher). Suddenly at home on Tuesday, 29th December, 2020. Neil, aged 67, of Kidsgrove and formerly of Congleton. Much loved husband of Jan, treasured dad of Ian, beloved brother of Keith and good friend to many. A private family funeral will take place. However, should anyone wish to make a donation in memory of Neil, the charity of choice is the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Enquiries and donations: Joseph Edwards and Sons, King Street, Kidsgrove, 01782 775333 or 01270 882097.

HULME (Lilian). Peacefully at rest on Monday, 28th December, 2020, in the care of Goldenhill Nursing Home. Lilian Hulme, aged 91. Wife of the late Harry, dearly beloved mum of Yvonne, mother-in-law of the late Paul. Grandma of Sarah, Martin, Mat and Heather. Cherished great-grandma to Isabelle and William. A dearest auntie, great-auntie, and friend to many, who will be dearly missed. Funeral arrangements to be finalised in line with pandemic restrictions. Enquiries: C McGough and Sons, 69, High Street, Biddulph, 01782 515515.

KIRKLAND. Peacefully on 26th December, 2020, at Macclesfield District General Hospital. Steven, aged 64, of Buglawton. Dearly loved son of Randel and the late Hazel. Loving dad of the late Daniel and a dear cousin to David, Alan, Peter, Mark and Stephen. Service and cremation are to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 14th January. Family flowers only; donations via the family to British Lung Foundation. Enquiries: Alan Finneron, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.

PASS Cedric (Ced). At rest on Friday, 1st January, 2021, at RSUH. Ced, aged 80, of Knypersley and formerly of Biddulph. The dearly beloved husband of the late Jacqueline, devoted dad of Stephen, loving father-in-law to Hayley, treasured granddad of Amy and Abby, a dearest brother, uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and a dear friend and neighbour to many. Ced will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. A private funeral service will take place by invitation only, due to Government restrictions and social distancing. A service of thanksgiving will be held on a future date to be announced. Floral tributes welcome, or if preferred donations gratefully received to Stroke Association www.stroke.org.uk/donate. Enquiries: Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, 31–33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379191.

SIMPSON (Malcolm Thomas). Passed away peacefully at North Staffs Hospital on 27th December, 2020 (covid-19). Malcolm, aged 81, formerly of Park Lane, Congleton. Beloved husband of Sally Simpson, devoted father to Jo and granddad to Mia and Lily. Funeral service at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 14th January at 10am. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Stroke Association in memory of Malcolm, please. Should anyone wish to pay their respects, the funeral car will leave John Garside and Son, Congleton, at approximately 9am on 14th January and will pass through the centre of Congleton, along High Street, past Congleton Town Hall and through Lawton Street, where Malcolm and Sally had their shop and residence from 1975–1990, and then to Macclesfield Crematorium via Mountbatten Way. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, Congleton, 01260 298829.

WELLINGS (Harold Hilton, known as Brian). Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 29th December, 2020, at home, aged 86. The loved father of Kevin and Peter, grandfather of Michael, Robert and Nicholas, and great-grandfather to Alfie. Brian will be fondly remembered and sadly missed. The funeral will be held privately at Birches Crematorium on Wednesday, 13th January. Donations can be sent in lieu of flowers and will be gifted to Parkinson’s UK. Enquiries: Jason and Abi, Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297963. larvinandclegg.co.uk.

YARWOOD. Dave, aged 81. Sadly passed away on 27th December, 2020, following a short illness. He was a dearly loved husband to Sue for over 52 years and a much loved dad, and father-in-law to Nikki, Lyndsey, Paul and Sean. Dave was born in Mobberley, worked most of his life in Northwich and lived his full married life in Sandbach. A private funeral service will be held at Crewe Crematorium on Thursday, 14th January. A service of remembrance will be held at a later date. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, for NHS Charities Together. Cheques made payable to NHS Charities Together may be sent to the funeral directors: JA Whiston, 45, King Street, Knutsford, WA16 6DW, 01565 632644.