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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
National
James McNeill

74 tributes, death and funeral notices from across Merseyside

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every day the ECHO print edition carries tributes in its death notices for those who have lost a loved one recently and our condolences go out to all.

It gives people a chance to celebrate the lives of loved ones and pay respects to the health and care teams who looked after them. The announcements also often share information regarding funerals, fundraising and flowers.

You can see the full list of family announcements by visiting the Liverpool ECHO section of our partner website funeral-notices.co.uk .Here are the notices published in the ECHO this week.

Rev Vincent Arthur Anderson

13th December 2022 Aged 90 years A loving Husband, Dad and Grandad Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends Requiem mass at Our Lady's Portico on Thursday 5th January 2023 at 11am followed by Interment at St Helens Cemetery. Lourdes and Everton ties to be worn or something blue. Family flowers only. Close family and clergy only at the graveside, but all are welcome to join us at Ruskin (Percival Suite) Ruskin Drive, St Helens. Donations in memory to Dementia UK and Lourdes Pilgrimage Association All enquiries Frank Dooley & Son Nutgrove Lodge 01744811811 Frank Dooley & Son Nutgrove Lodge, 46 Nutgrove Rd, Thatto Heath, Saint Helens WA9 5PL

Josephine (Josie) Atkinson (Nee Ellis)

(Nee Ellis ) Josie passed away peacefully with her family by her side 16.12.2022. Loving wife of Ken. Loving mother of Natalie, Sandy, William, Gary (deceased) & Anthony (deceased). Cherished Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Funeral service to take place Monday 9th January at Springwood Crematorium at 12:00 Family flowers only, the family kindly request for a donation to Clatterbridge in place of a floral tribute. Any further enquiries, please contact Cravens Funeral Services, Broadgreen Road, Old Swan.

Mark Bell

Aged 50 years. Our lovely lad, Mark. That big smile and infectious laugh, that's how you are etched in our hearts, nothing will ever take that away. Love you lad. From Aunty Patty, Uncle Jimmy and all the family xx

John Benson

20th December 2022. Aged 92 years. Will be sadly missed by his loving wife Brenda and his loving family and many friends. Funeral service and cremation will take place at Landican Crematorium on Thursday 12th January 2023 at 12 noon. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Clatterbridge Cancer Charity c/o Kenna and Turner Funeral Directors, Breezehill Funeral Home, 31 Rowson Street, Wallasey, Tel 0151 638 4444

John Albert Birch

Peacefully in hospital. Aged 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Hilda. Funeral service will take place at Emmanuel Parish Church on Wednesday 4th January 2023 at 10.00 am. Followed by the committal at Southport Crematorium. Family flowers only by request. Donations if so desired can be made to Salvation Army. Donations and further enquiries please to M. Rushton Funeral Directors, 100 Marshside Road, Southport, PR9 9TG. Tel: 01704 214118

Walter (Wally) Birnie

(Wally) Died Dec 11 2022 suddenly in hospital aged 85 years. Husband of the late Patricia, beloved father of Ann and Denise, beloved grandad of Michael, Joanne, Jennifer, Lisa and Ryan and great grandad to Archie and Mollie. Reunited with his much loved wife Patsy. Resting at Peter Coyne, Queens Drive. Funeral service will take place at Anfield Crematorium on Thursday 22nd December at 2pm. Will be sadly missed by all his family.

Maureen Byrne

Passed peacefully away on 10th December 2022, aged 82 years. A devoted wife to the late Bill, a loving mum to Lesley and the late Billy, cherished nan to Rachel, Laura, Lee and Andrew, a dear great nan to Isabelle, Heidi and William. Maureen will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. A funeral service will be held at St. Anne & Blessed Dominic Church on Friday 30th December 2022 at 11.00am, followed by the burial at St Nicholas Church Sutton. All enquiries to FW Marsh 100 Parr Stocks Road St Helens, WA9 1NZ Tel: 0174427928 www.fwmarshfunerals.co.uk

Claire Cameron

Peacefully in the care of Highland Hospice on 18th December 2022, Claire Cameron, aged 74 years, Haematology Assistant, Raigmore Hospital, long time member of Florians Theatre, Inverness, formerly of Liverpool. Much loved mum of Jayne, Vanessa and Ingride, also a loving partner of Gordon. A Celebration of Claire's life will be held on Thursday, 29th December at 9.30am in the Florians Theatre, Bught Drive, Inverness; thereafter to Tomnahurich Cemetery. No flowers please, but donations in lieu to Cancer Research UK may be given at the service. All friends respectfully invited and bright colours are requested to reflect Claire's colourful life. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

Patricia Cantwell (nee O'Hanlon)

(nee O'Hanlon) 9th December 2022 aged 67 years. Passed away at home surrounded by her loving family. Devoted wife to Chris, dearly loved mum to Chris and Sarah, cherished nan to Liam, Christopher, Heather and Louie, caring sister and sister-in-law to Helen, Terry, Kitty, Rita, Tommy, Barbara, Tony, Maureen, Annette, Stephen, Karen and Lynn. Reunited with her mum and dad, brother and sisters Kitty, Michael, Jimmy, Mary and Christine. Pat will be forever missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral Mass will take place at SFX Church, Salisbury Street on Thursday December 29th at 12 noon followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium. Pat will be resting at home from Wednesday evening 28th December. Family have respectfully requested no flowers please. All enquiries Peter Coyne Funeral Service, 475 Queens Drive, L4 8TY. Tel: 0151 226 7999.

Pamela Cawley (Holden)

(Holden) Much loved wife to Mike and loving mother of Richard. Pam will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Springwood Crematorium (Myrtle chapel) on Wednesday 4th January 2023 at 14:45. All enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare Tel 01928-569157.

Eileen Lilian Clague

17th December 2022 Peacefully with family by her side aged 83 years. Beloved wife of Brian who she now joins. Dearly loved Mother to Brian, Susan and Andrew. Much loved Grandmother to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral service and cremation at Landican Crematorium North Chapel on Tuesday 3rd January at 11:00am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Alzheimer's Society, c/o Thomas McMullan Funeral Services, The Valley Lodge Funeral Home, Borough Road, Birkenhead, CH42 9JE.

Dawn Craig

09/12/2022 RIP Dawn. Brother Mick, Pam and the Lowther Family.

Peter James Drury

03/10/1941 - 07/12/2022 Sadly passed after a short illness. Loving dad to 6 children, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. Will be sadly missed by family and friends. With thanks to Southport DGH and Macmillan nurses. Request for no flowers, with donations to Salvation Army or Southport Lifeboat in lieu. Ceremony to take place at 1pm, Southport Crematorium on 30th December. All enquiries to F J Gibb Funeral Directors, 6a Clarence Road, Birkdale, PR8 4BH. Tel: 01704 551666

Brian Dunne

December 2nd 2022, peacefully, aged 86 years. Deeply missed by his devoted wife Eileen, and his loving children Paula, Bernard, Christopher and Anne-Marie, a much respected father-in-law to Thomas, Ruth and Angela, special grandad to Laura, Mollie, Dominic, Dorothy, Hannah and Callum. Funeral Mass will take place at St Matthew's Church on Monday January 9th at 11.30am followed by burial in Ford Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired to Marie Curie, Speke Road, Liverpool L25 8QA. All enquiries Peter Coyne Funeral Service, Millennium House, 475 Queens Drive, L4 8TY. Tel: 0151 226 7999.

John Dunwoody

Peacefully at Woodlands Hospice with his family by his side. Beloved Husband to the late Elsie. Loving Dad to Angela, David and the late Steven and Paul. Father In Law to Vera & Paul. Doting Grandad and Great Grandad to all his Grandchildren. John will be sorely missed by all his family and friends along with his little dog Charlie. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Anfield Crematorium on Thursday 5th January at 2:40pm. Family flowers only please but if desired donations will be gratefully received for Woodlands Hospice Trust. All Enquiries to Graham J Clegg Funeral Service, Dover Road, Maghull, L31 5JB. Tel : 0151 520 3330

Margaret Evans (McFarlane)

(McFarlane) Reunited with husband, Jimmy, sisters Annie and Mary, brother Teddie and niece Joan. Beloved mum to Tony, John, Julie and Stephen. Much loved mother in law to Alisa, Sinead, Alan and Lorraine and devoted Nan to Amy, Grace, James, Sean, Ben, Hannah, Ciara and Jamie. Requiem Mass at Our Lady of Reconciliation Church, Eldon Street on Wednesday 4th January at 10.20 followed by Cremation at Anfield Crematorium at 11.20. Margaret will be resting at her son, Stephen's home from Monday 2nd January. All further enquiries Tel: 0151 928 1625.

Margaret Evans

My lovely sister-in-law, a beautiful lady, will be remembered always. Mary, Robert, Jeanette and Catherine. RIP.

"Gordon" Harold Farnworth

Peacefully in hospital aged 83 years surrounded by his loving family. Gordon was a devoted and loving husband to Thelma, the most amazing and supportive Dad to Catherine and Elizabeth, as well as a much-loved brother, grandad and friend. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Gordon touched the lives of many others through his long career at Dunlop, Littlewoods and QVC and during his studies at the Liverpool Institute. To honour Gordon's memory, we are holding a celebration of his life on Thursday 29th December at 12:00 noon at Thornton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donation may be sent for North-West Cancer Research. Please visit https://gordonfarnworth.muchloved.com or cheques made payable to the charity may be sent c/o Barringtons Funeral Services 28 Crosby Road North, Waterloo. L22 4QF. TEL: 0151 928 1625.

Jennifer Carol Gaskin

Died 12th December 2022, Aged 76. Jenny died very peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was much loved by her family and friends. A celebration of her life will take place at 11am on Tuesday 3rd January 2023 at St Peter’s Church, Green Lane, Formby, L37 7DL. Please wear your favourite party clothes; Jenny loved a party! Family Flowers only please. If you would like to, and are able to, donations are welcomed to Magic Breakfasts, Jenny believed all Children should be getting a proper breakfast. Or, to Queenscourt Hospice, who helped care for Jenny over the final few months. Donate via the link below or to Dean Brothers Independent Family Run Funeral Services, since 1827, Deans Court, Gores Lane, Formby, L37 7DF. Tel: 01704 872023

Susan Gelezinis (nee O'Melia)

(nee O'Melia) Susan Gelezinis nee O'Melia passed away December 15th 2022 aged 62 years. Much loved daughter of Sadie and late dad Jack. Dear sister to Stephen and Gary. Much missed by all her nieces and nephews xxx

Ann Gibbons (nee Hagedorn)

(nee Hagedorn) December 11th 2022 Aged 70 years. Loved, missed and forever remembered by husband Paul, much loved mum of James and Helen, cherished grammy of Isaac and Olivia, dear mother-in-law of Sam, loving sister of Clare and Liz, dear sister-in-law of Mim and John, adored aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Ann will be sorely missed by all her loving family and friends. Requiem Mass to take place on Tuesday 3rd January 2023, St. Mary's Church, Woolton at 12 noon. Followed by interment at St. Mary's Churchyard at 1pm. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons Gateacre Village L25 3PH 0151 4283885

Glenis Glasscock

Glenis Eileen Glasscock (née Carter) Passed away at home. Aged 76 years. Will be deeply missed. Wife of Janion Glasscock. Dearest Mum to Ruth and Janion, caring Mother-in-Law to Issa and loving Grandmother to Andzhela, Desislava, Karam and Nofa. A cherished friend to Vivienne, and to many others at home and abroad. She had a heart so large that everybody's joys found welcome in it, and hospitable accommodation. Funeral service will be held at Southport Crematorium on Friday 23rd December at 1pm. Family request: no flowers. Donations are being gratefully received for Freshfield Animal Rescue, East Lodge Farm, East Lane, Liverpool L29 3EA, tel: 0151 931 1604. online or care of, Southport Funeral Care Ltd 25/27 Shakespeare Street, Southport, PR8 5AB Telephone 01704 547274

Marjorie (Marg) Goodacre (Boyle)

(Boyle) (Marg) Formerly of Hazelslack Road, Norris Green Passed away peacefully at Oakwood, Wellington, Shropshire, with family at her side, on December 9, 2022, aged 93 years. Devoted wife to the late Ted. Dearly loved Mum to Russell. Beloved mother-in-law to Lil. Much loved Grandmother to Elliott and Jack. Funeral Service, 3.30pm, Monday January 9, 2023 at Telford Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Severn Hospice would be appreciated.

Leslie Gore

5/12/2022 - My brave brother our Leslie. Our hearts are broken. You are loved so much by our families and all who were privileged to have known you. I will love and miss you until we all meet again. Your heart broken sister, Sarah, nephew John, nieces Jenny and Jade and little Evie. xxxxx

William Harrison (Billy Blue)

(Billy Blue) Beloved husband of Carol, treasured Dad to Jeanette, Jonathan and Carolyn, much loved father in law of Dean and Mary and devoted brother to Jean. Loving and proud Grandad to Lois, Abby, Cory, Libby, Beth and Tate and Great Grandad to River and Roman. Billy is now reunited with his Mum and Dad. Funeral to be held on Friday 30th December 2022 at 12pm at Anfield Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but donations would be gratefully received by Arthritis Action and the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries c/o Co-op Funeralcare, 2 St Ambrose Grove, L4 2RL. Telephone 0151 263 2791

Shirley Ann Hartill

Died suddenly on 3rd December 2022 Greatly loved and missed by all who knew her. Amazing Wife to Ted, Mother to Diane, Ted & Debra, Grandmother to Sherie, Teddy and Jade, Great Grandmother to Peter, Jacob & Jack. Funeral Service at Southport Crematorium on 4th January, 12.00 noon. Funeral Procession lead by Horse Drawn Carriage to leave Gibbs in Clarence Rd around 11.30am.

Daniel (Danny) Hunter

(Danny) Taken from suddenly on 17th December 2022 aged 81 years Most beloved and devoted husband of Ev, dad to Danny and Stella, grandad to Kristian, Heidi and Daniel, father in law to Gretchen and grandfather in law to Olivia. Funeral will take place in All Saints Church Oakfield on 10th January 2023 at 12.00 following on to Anfield Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations gratefully received to the Heart Foundation Afterwards everyone welcome to the Cabbage Hall Pub and celebrate Danny's life

George Hunter

15th December 2022. Aged 93 years. Dearly loved Husband of Betty and cherished Stepfather and Step Grandad to all his family. Sincere thanks to all the Nursing and Care Staff. Requiem Mass to be held at St Joseph's Church, Birkdale 10.00am Thursday 29th December 2022 followed by Committal at Southport Crematorium. Family Flowers only. Donations if desired to British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to FJ Gibb Funeral Directors 6a Clarence Road, Birkdale, PR8 4BH. Tel: 01704 551666

Patricia (Patty) Hutchinson (nee Foley)

(nee Foley) (Patty) 21st December 2022 peacefully at home, aged 91 years. Reunited with her Vinnie, a much loved mum of Pauline, a loving nan to Emma, Paul and Katie. A loving grandma to Megan, Maisie, Luis, Matilda and baby Vincent. Funeral service at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Earp Street, L19 1RT on Tuesday 3rd January at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Allerton Cemetery at 2.30pm. Flowers and all enquiries to Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, L18 1LG. Tel: 0151 318 4660.

Bernadette Johnston (nee Donnelly)

(nee Donnelly) December 9th 2022. Peacefully in hospital. Loving wife of Paul, devoted mum to Suzanne, Damian and Greg, loving grandma to Erin, Pheobe and Emilia. Will be loved and remembered always. Requiem Mass at St Ambrose Church, Speke on Thursday January 5th at 2pm followed by interment in St Mary's Churchyard, Woolton at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Trust. All enquiries to Thomas Porter & Sons Ltd. 66 Allerton Road, Woolton Village, L25 7RG. Tel. 0151 428 9040.

Joseph Anthony Kennedy

Retired Train Driver Funeral arrangements to follow.

John Large

12/12/2022 Suddenly but peacefully aged 78 years. Former Manager of Ash Celtic J.F.C. Beloved husband of Fran. A much loved Dad to Jon and Anthony. A loving Grandad to Emily and a loving brother of Patsy, Teresa, Mike and Maria, Davy (deceased), Kay (deceased), Tony (deceased), Margaret (deceased) and Jimmy (deceased). A dear father in law to Imke, a dear uncle to all his nieces and nephews and their families. A dear friend to many. Service to take place on Friday 23/12/2022 at 10.30am at Springwood Crematorium Rosemary Chapel. Family flowers only please donations in memory of John welcome to Parkinson's UK. All enquiries c/o Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18 1LG Tele 0151-318-4660

Betty Leech

1926-2022 aged 95. Passed away peacefully in Park Grove on 13th December 2022. Wife of late Bernard, Mother of late John, Mother of Christine and son in law Tony, Grandmother and great grandmother. Sadly missed

John Richard Mansley

It is with great sadness that the family of John Richard Mansley announce his death on Saturday 3rd December 2022. He will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his wife Norma, son Jonathan and daughter Diane. He was born in Everton, Liverpool and then lived in Prenton on the Wirral for 60 years. John lectured at Liverpool Polytechnic in the business School and was financial director at Abakhan Fabrics in Flint, North Wales. John loved cycling and was a member of the East Liverpool Wheelers, New Brighton Cycling Club and President of the West Cheshire Cycling Association. His other great hobby was singing, and he was a member of Birkenhead Choral Society, Wirral Community Choir, and the Capriccio choir. The Service and Cremation will be held at Landican Chapel on Thursday 5th January 2023 at 1pm. Refreshments to follow at the Basset Hound, Thingwall. Black attire by request. No flowers by request but donations please via https://johnmansley.muchloved.com

Edna May (Brady)

(Brady ) Adored mother to Debbie and Gordon, grandmother to Christopher, great grandmother to Orlaith, and beloved sister to Lilly, died peacefully in her sleep after a short illness on Sunday 18th December 2022. Adored by all who ever met her, she will be forever remembered.

Brian May

PLEASE NOTE AMENDED FUNERAL DATE Passed away on 11th December 2022. Peacefully at home. Aged 69 years. Will be sadly missed by all Family and Friends. Funeral to be held on Thursday 5th January 2023 at Anfield Crematorium at 10:40am. All enquiries to B Jenkins & Sons 4 Church Road North L15 6TF Tel: 0151 733 7201 Email: enquiries@bjenkinsandsons.co.uk

Daphne Beryl McCann

Passed away at home surrounded by all her family on 15th December 2022. Aged 88 years. Loving Wife of Jimmy (Deceased) and beloved Mum to John, Sue and Clare. Will be sadly missed by all her Family and Friends. Requiem mass to be held at Christ The King church on Thursday 22nd December 2022 at 10:00am. Followed by interment at Allerton Cemetery at 11:30am. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Charity of your choice All enquiries to B Jenkins & Sons 4 Church Road North L15 6TF Tel: 0151 733 7201 Email: enquiries@bjenkinsandsons.co.uk

John Lawrence (Mack) McEwan

(Mack) Passed away on 11th December 2022, aged 80 years. Funeral service at Southport Crematorium on 11th January 2023 at 11.00am. All enquiries c/o FJ Gibb Funeral Directors, 6a Clarence Road, Birkdale, PR8 4BH. Tel: 01704 551666

Tommy McGuinnes

Our deepest sympathy to our cousin Paddy, on the loss of his Son Tom. God Bless from your cousins Billy, Peter, David and families.

Tommy McGuinnes

Sending deepest sympathy to our uncle Paddy, Tony and the grand-kids, we are thinking of you all. RIP Tom Uncle Eddie and your cousins

Paul McLaughlin

Paul, born in Scotland Road died peacefully following a short illness in Cayman Islands. He was surrounded by his loving wife Sue and his loving family. Now reunited with his Mum and Dad and sisters Brenda and Maria. Rest in peace Bro. Loving brother Tony, Irene, Howard and Richard

Derek Millington-Mayes

11th December 2022 Peacefully at home surrounded by all his loving family aged 62 years. Reunited with his Mum Iris, Brother Ian and Niece Charlotte. Devoted Husband to Kenneth. "And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year, give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown. And he replied, go out into the darkness and put your head into the hand of God. That shall be to you better than light and safer than a known way. So I went forth, and finding the hand of God. trod gladly into the night. And he led me towards the hills and the breaking of day in the lone east." Funeral Service to be held on Thursday 29th December 2022 at Christ Church Bootle at 9:00 am followed by a private family only cremation at Anfield Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Thomas Harrison House. All enquiries to Peter Coyne Funerals; 134-140 Stanley Road, Kirkdale, L5 7QQ. Tel 0151 207 0222.

Kenneth Patrick Murphy

Died 27th November 2022 aged 78. Our kid ex-Myrtle House, my big brother thanks for looking out for me, say hello to all the family up there for me. Service at Anfield Crematorium, Wednesday 21/12/22 at 1.20 p.m. See you kid, everloving brother Terence and family.

Christine Ann Owens

02/12/22. Aged 55. Christine passed away peacefully in hospital surrounded by her family. She will be greatly missed by her daughter Rebecca and Anton and beloved son Thomas (deceased), brothers and sisters, Colette, Stephen and Gaynor, Gerard and Suzanne and her little grand daughter Valentina, nephew and nieces Joe, Sally and Emma. Reunited with her beloved son Tom and mum and dad. Your journey has finally ended, now you'll claim that great reward to find everlasting peace, together with the Lord. Funeral to be held at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs at 1.50, 22nd December followed by internment at Anfield crematorium.

Christine Owens

Aged 55. Christine sadly passed away in the hospital surrounded by her family. The family are heartbroken at their loss. The funeral service will occur on 22nd December at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church, Stonebridge Lane, Liverpool, L11 9AZ at 13:50, followed by a committal at Anfield Crematorium. For any other information, please contact Desmond L Bannon & Sons Funeral Directors, The Whitehouse, Broadgreen Road, L13 5SF. 0151 228 227

Brian George Parsons

Brian died peacefully at Whiston Hospital on the 11th December 2022 aged 86 years. Much loved husband to Mary, father to Shaun and Anne and Grandad to Jamie and Ian. Founding and long serving head teacher of St Chads school in Runcorn and passionate Liverpool fan. Brian's funeral service will take place at 10.15, 12th January 2023 at St Ambrose RC Church in Speke Liverpool. The family have requested no flowers but donations kindly accepted to Médecins Sans Frontières (https://www.msf.org/donate) and will be gratefully received.

Albert Francis Perry

Peacefully in hospital aged 91 years. Much loved Husband of Beryl (deceased). Dear Dad of Lisa and Tracy, loving Grandad of Oli and Mae, Father-in-law of Neil and Steve. Will be very sadly missed. Service to take place on Friday 30th December 2022 at Springwood, Myrtle Chapel at 1.15pm followed by cremation. A Celebration of Albert's life will take place at the Cricket Club. Family flowers only but donations if desired made payable to Dementia UK Enquiries C/O Leadbetter & Murphy Funeral Directors 274A Smithdown Road L15 5AJ 0151-733-3323

Ronald Peters

Passed away peacefully aged 82 years. Beloved Dad to Stuart, Andy & Amanda and their partners Mel, Pauline & Danny and much loved Grandpa of Beki, Kirsten & Emily. Will be missed so much by us all. Funeral Service will take place at Springwood Crematorium on 9th January 2023 at 1pm. Family flowers only, however, donations in memory of Ron are welcomed for Dementia UK Foundation. Enquiries to Pearson Collinson Funeral Services, 87-91 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 2DD. Tel: 01517221514

Robert Harvey Platt

Born Saturday 5th June 1965, fell asleep Saturday 17th December 2022, aged 57 years. Dearly loved son and brother. Sleep peacefully with your grandma, grandad, aunties Pam and Pauline and our beloved John Paul. Goodnight, God bless my Robert. Your Mum and Brother Andrew

Suresh RamcHandra Prabhu

Peacefully in hospital aged 84 years. Very much missed by his family Pat, Susan, David, Aimee, Aaron and Charlie also by his relatives in India and all his friends. Remembrance and Cremation Service at Thornton Crematorium, Lydiate Lane. L23 1TP on Thursday December 29th 2022 at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired for Cancer Research UK and Liverpool University Hospitals Charitable Fund. All further enquiries c/o Andrew Roughley Independent Funeral Directors 13-14 Central Square Maghull. L31 0AE. Tel: 0151 433 8820.

Thomas (Tucker) Price

(Tucker) Husband of the late Alice, loving Father to the late Ann, survived by Tom, Pauline, Stephen and Mark. Devoted Grandad to all his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. Much respected Father-in-Law to Angela, Pat, Alison and Jackie. Funeral Service and Committal to take place at Thornton Crematorium on Friday 23rd December 2022 at 12:45pm. The family have respectfully requested to have family flowers only, and have asked for any donations online or on the day to be made to St. Josephs Hospice. Any enquiries c/o McCallum & Tritton & Sons 46 Mersey View Brighton-Le-Sands L22 6QB 0151 931 2002

Doreen Ramsbottom

Peacefully at home. Aged 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Colin, loving Mum of Fern, Kim and Laura, dear Mother-in-Law of Mike, Mark and Daryl. Much loved Mamo and Nanny of Natasha, Cameron and Ben. Funeral service and committal will take place at Southport Crematorium on Friday 6th January 2023 at 11am. Family flowers only by request. Donations if so desired can be made for Queenscourt Hospice. Donation and further enquiries please to M.Rushton Funeral Directors, 100 Marshside Road, Southport, PR9 9TG. Tel: 01704 214118

Norman Rearden

December 6th 2022. Peacefully at home aged 86 years. Devoted and much loved husband of Christine, wonderful father of Paul and Kevin, adored father-in-law, cherished grandad and great-grandad. Norman will be forever missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Friday 6th January, at Springwood Crematorium, (Myrtle Chapel), at 2.15pm. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Gateacre Village, L25 3PH. Tel; 0151 4283885.

John Arthur Sidney Sage

John passed away peacefully in the loving care of Blackpool Victoria Hospital on Tuesday 13th December aged 82 years, formerly of Churchtown, Southport. Dearly loved husband to Wendy, much loved dad to Adrian, and cherished grandad to Rebecca, Anna, Oliver, and the late Charlie. Service to be held at Carleton Crematorium, Blackpool on Thursday 22nd December at 11:45am. Donations if so desired to The Trinity Hospice, Blackpool. All donations & enquiries please c/o JT Byrne Funeral Directors, 1 Low Moor Road, Bispham, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY2 0PA Tel: 01253 500536

Shelagh Catherine Scraggs (Crawford)

(Crawford) Shelagh passed away peacefully on 18th December 2022, aged 87 years, at Treflys Nursing Home. Much loved mum, gran and great gran. Shelagh's funeral service will take place on Friday 6th January 2023 at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church at 12pm followed by committal at Colwyn Bay Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations kindly accepted towards St David's Hospice and Feed My Lambs and will be gratefully received. Please visit www.tomowenandson.com/funeral-notices to view details of the funeral service or how to donate. Alternatively, donations can be sent c/o Kelly Owen, Tom Owen and Son, 11 Bodhyfryd Road, Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 2DT. Tel: 01492860280

Derek Seddon

Derek passed away 7th December 2022. We love you and will miss you, your pain has ended now. You are now with your beloved Sister Rose, your Mum Caroline and our Tony, who you looked on as a brother. You both will be singing together again, we love you and are going to miss you in our lives. Derek was born in Sergrim Road, Huyton with Roby. Derek's wishes were to be cremated and his ashes scattered with his loved ones. Rest in peace our lovely, funny Derek.

Kathleen Sephton

Passed away at home aged 88 years. Funeral service to take place at Thornton Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd January at 2:15. All enquiries to McCallum and Tritton 46 Mersey view Brighton-le-Sands L22 6QB 0151 931 2002

Rosalie Smith

9th December 2022. Peacefully in hospital aged 98 years, reunited with her daughter Rita. A much loved mum of Barbara, a loving nan to David, Martin, Stephen, Nicky and Stephanie, a loving great nan to Hollie, Evie, Jasmine, Jessica, Caitlyn and Poppy, a dear sister of Lily. Service and cremation at Springwood Crematorium (Myrtle Chapel) on Friday 6th January at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, L18 1LG. Tel: 0151 318 4660.

Muriel (Lu) Smith (née Newcombe)

(née Newcombe) (Lu) Peacefully at home aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Frank (Frank's Cafe). Loving mum of Vanessa and Melanie. Mother in law of John. Devoted nan of Lisa and Mark and great nan of Tilly. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service and cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Thursday January 5th 2023 at 12:45pm. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired for The B.H.F. All further enquiries c/o Andrew Roughley Independent Funeral Directors 13-14 Central Square Maghull. L31 0AE. Tel: 0151 433 8820.

Frederick James (Fred) Snelson

(Fred) 5th December 2022 Aged 83 Years A former employee of the Liverpool Echo Devoted Husband of Vera. Much loved dad to Lynn. Cherished grandad to Ella and Reece. Special brother to Hal. Fred will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Service at Thornton Crematorium on Wednesday 28th December 2022 at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations are being gratefully received for the British Heart Foundation and Dementia UK. Enquiries to Graham J Clegg Funeral Services, 36 Westway, Maghull, L31 0AE. Telephone: 0151 351 4323.

Marcelle Julie Snowden (Nee Hogan, Cawley)

(Nee Hogan, Cawley) Passed away peacefully in her sleep on 8th December 2022, aged 76. Adored by family and friends. Loving mum to Angela and Darin. Mother-in-law to Derek and Letitia. Doting Nan to Jodie, Aaron, Samuel and Charlie. Service will be held on Friday 6th January at 10am, Landican Crematorium, Centre Chapel. Dress code to be colourful. No black please. If desired donations to be made to N.S.P.C.C. All enquiries to John. W. Griffith & Son funeral directors 0151 638 5528.

Bryan Spencer

November 30th 2022 Suddenly aged 88 years. Much loved husband of the late Kathleen, brother to Edith, also Marie (deceased), and brother-in-law to James McGiveron (deceased), uncle to John and Jackie. Will be sadly missed. Service and cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Thursday December 29th at 2:15pm. All enquiries to David Clegg Independent Funeral Service 77 - 79 Bridge Road Litherland, L21 2PA Tel 0151 928 6665.

Maureen Tabiner

Passed away peacefully aged 80 years. Mother to sons, Philip, Michael, Craig and Mark. Nanny to Joel, Erin, Harry, Georgia, Patrick, Raphael and Tess. Funeral service to take place at Landican South Chapel on Wednesday 11th January at 10:30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Parkinson's UK. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare Little Sutton 0151 339 3148

Valerie (Mrs T) Tittershill

Very sad to announce the death of Valerie Tittershill, or "Mrs T" as she was better known to the thousands of children she taught during her sixty years plus at Fazakerley Primary School. So pleased she managed to fulfil her wish of joining her final Christmas celebrations with the school last week.

On the day of Val's funeral, the church will be accepting cash donations to provide books for Fazakerley Primary School. Alternatively, donations can be made to Save the Children in memory of Val, and for any further enquiries please contact Barringtons Funerals, 28 Crosby Road North, Waterloo, L22 4QF Tel: 0151 928 1625=

Laura Elizabeth Treble

Laura Died on 30th November 2022 aged 43 at home in Formby. Laura was much loved by all her family, friends and clients, and will be greatly missed. A Funeral Service will be held at St Luke’s Church Formby at 2pm on Thursday 29th December 2022, followed by a committal at Thornton Crematorium at 3pm then a gathering afterwards at the Gild Hall in Formby. Donations are being gratefully received in Laura's memory for Larks-The Marina Dalglish Appeal. All enquiries to Dean Brothers Independent Family Run Funeral Directors since 1827, Deans Court, Gores Lane, Formby, L37 7DF. Tel: 01704 872023

George Tyrer

Sadly, passed away in Whiston Hospital on Thursday 15th December 2022. A devoted husband to the late Joan Tyrer. Much loved father to Gillian, Malcolm and Iain. Loved and adored by all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at St Helens Crematorium at 11:30 am on Friday 6th January 2023. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors 0151 426 3131

Elizabeth (Betty) Walker

(Betty) 13th December 2022 Passed away peacefully aged 69 years. Re-united with her Mum and Dad. Devoted Wife to Eddie. Loving Ma to Kenny, Louisa and Joseph. Amazing Nan to Dean, John-Paul, Scarlett, Arya, Izzy and Millie. Much loved Sister to Tommy, Carol, David, Robert and Eddie. Cherished Auntie to all her Nieces and Nephews. Funeral Mass to be held on Wednesday 28th December 2022 at St. Anthony's Church at 12:30pm followed by Cremation at Anfield Crematorium. All enquiries to Peter Coyne Funerals; 134-140 Stanley Road, Kirkdale, L5 7QQ TEL 0151 207 0222.

Theresa Ware

Passed away peacefully in hospital surrounded by her family. Aged 81 years. Beloved Mother of Rickardo, Ashton & Nadia, much loved Nanna to her Grandchildren and great Grandchildren. Funeral to be held on Friday 23rd December 2022 at Springwood Crematorium at 12:00pm (Rosemary chapel). For any enquiries contact B Jenkins & Sons 4 Church Road North L15 6TF Tel: 0151 733 7201 Email: enquiries@bjenkinsandsons.co.uk

Anthony John (Tony) Warriner

(Tony ) Deepest sympathy to John, Paula, Sean, Alfie and Erin. Tony, we were so fortunate to have someone so special as you in our lives. You were loved and you are missed beyond words. David, Carol, Gemma, Rachel, Peter and Rory x.

Anthony John (Tony) Warriner

(Tony) Suddenly at home aged 60 years. Loving son of John and the late Margaret. Brother of Paula and brother in law to Paul. Dearest dad and grandad to Sean, Alfie and Erin and uncle to Nicholas, Jonathan and Chloe. A loyal and loving friend to everyone. We are all heartbroken and will miss your smile, your laugh and your love. You have given us so many wonderful memories, and your devotion to helping others is a legacy that will live on through each and every person whose lives you have graced. Rest In Eternal Peace Funeral service to be held on 30th December at St Francis of Assisi Church, 26 Earp Street, Garston, L19 1RT at 10am, followed by cremation at Springwood Crematorium at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Marie Curie Hospice. All further enquiries to Craven Funeral Service 50 Lark Lane L17 8UU tel 0151 727 2564.

Brian William Welsh

Beloved husband of Frances, a loving father and grandad. Passed away peacefully, aged 79 years. Funeral service to take place on Thursday 22nd December, 12:00pm at St Pauls Church L12 8SJ, followed by a committal at Yew Tree Cemetery at 1pm. Family flowers only please, if desired donations will be greatly received for Dementia UK. All enquiries c/o R McDougall, Co-op Funeralcare, 39 Almonds Green, West Derby, L12 5HP, Tel; 0151 226 4433

Thomas Joseph (Jake) Wilson

(Jake ) 7th December 2022, suddenly at home aged 77 years. Tom will be sadly missed by his wife Marj and all his loving family. Funeral service at St John the Evangelist Church, Fountains Road, L4 1QL on Tuesday 3rd January at 2.30pm followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium at 3.20pm. No flowers by request please, donations if desired to the Remember Me Dementia Day Care Centre, 10 Bemrose House, L9 7BG. All enquiries to Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, L18 1LG. Tel: 0151 318 4660.

Vera Worrall

December 20th, 2022. Much loved aunt of Caroline and Shirley, and sister of John. Vera died peacefully with her nieces beside her, aged 88 years. Reunited now with Nana, Papa, Daddy and Ma. Service will be at St Peter's Church, Woolton on Wednesday 11th January at 11am, followed by cremation at Springwood Crematorium at 12 noon. Rest in peace, darling Veebee. Broad Green Road, Liverpool, L13 5SG. Tel 0151 228 3900.

Herbert Robert Wright

Peacefully on 12th December 2022 in Royal Liverpool Hospital aged 75 years. Bob was a very caring and loving father to Karen and Donna, brother-in-law to Colin and Alison, Grandad to Andrew and Karen. Bob was a friend to many, especially John, Keith, and Brendon. Bob will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A celebration of Bob's life will take place on Thursday 22nd December 2022 at Springwood Crematorium (Myrtle Chapel) at 12:15. All enquiries to Garvey & Young Funeral Directors, 228 Breck Road, Liverpool, L5 6PX. Tel: 0151 378 8547.

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