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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
National
Dan Haygarth

83 tributes, death and funeral notices from across Merseyside

People have paid tribute to mums and daughters, dads and sons, friends and family members in the Liverpool ECHO's death notices.

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. The announcements also often share information regarding funerals, fundraising and flowers.

Tributes to the health and care professionals who looked after their lost loved ones in their final days are also often featured. 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 Liverpool ECHO, our sister newspaper the Southport Visiter and online from May 7 to May 12.

Robert Owen Davies

(Bob) Passed away peacefully on 28th April 2022 surrounded by his loving family, aged 86 years. Much loved husband of Mary, devoted dad of Laura and Rob, adored grandad. Bob's funeral service will be held on Friday 13th May at 1.00pm at St John the Divine Church, Frankby followed by interment in the churchyard. No flowers please. Donations appreciated to Alzheimer's Research UK c/o Robert Quinn Funeral Directors, 235 Telegraph Road, Heswall, CH60 7SF.

Jane Lavender

(Jean) Will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Thornton Crematorium on Wednesday 18th May 2020 at 1:30 pm. Family flowers only but donations may be made to "The British Heart Foundation" in Jean's Memory. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 34 Marian Square, Netherton L30 5QA. Tel: 0151 525 4881.

Christine McNichol

Nee Vaughan 13th April 2022. Suddenly at home aged 59 years. Beloved mum of Wesley and Sophie, a loving daughter of Jimmy (deceased) and Lily, a loving nan of Florence, Myla and Edie. A loved sister of Jimmy, Julie, Steven and Martin. A dear mother in law of Demi and Michael. Service and cremation at St Helen's Crematorium WA10 6DF on Friday 20th May at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Cancer Research UK funeral-notices.co.uk/ All enquiries to Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors 3 Allerton Road L18 1LG. Tel: 0151 318 4660.

Margaret Roper

Aged 80 years, Margaret will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Friday 13th May 2022 at Christ the King Church (Queen's Drive) at 9.30am followed by committal at Springwood Crematorium at 11.00am. The family respectfully request that no black should be worn. Donations if desired to Merseyside IA. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, The Whitehouse Broadgreen Road L13 5SF. Tel: 0151 228 2272

Stephen William Williams

19th April 2022, aged 63 years. Will be sadly missed by his devastated wife Trisha and all his loving family and friends. Requiem Mass to be held at St Teresa's Church on Wednesday 11th May at 12 noon, cremation to follow at Anfield Crematorium at 1.20pm. Family flowers only please by request. All further enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, 1 Smithdown Road, Liverpool, L7 4JB, Tel 0151 735 0115

Ivy Atkinson

Murphy Ivy Atkinson (Winters) nee Allan, passed away peacefully in her sleep, in her 97th year, in Adelaide, South Australia. Ivy was very proud of being born a Liverpool lass. She was a loving mother to Allan, Elisabeth (Anne) and Bill and mother-in-law to Trish, Cindy, Paul and Louise. Her big heart was shared amongst her many grandchildren; Edward, Daniel, Stuart and Bridget, Vanessa, Phil and Ryan, and Robbie, Billie and Joey. Mum was also blessed with three beautiful great-grandchildren; Talia, Kai and Orah, and was loved by her nieces and nephews (Karen and family, Penny and family, Gail, Christina and Ralph). Mum will be happy and at peace now; reunited with George and Annie, Joe, Bill, Gwyn, Ann, Charlotte, Violet and Bill. In her later years, our Mum was cared for by Bill, Allan and Cindy. Our Mum’s kindness, great sense of humour and love is what we will cherish.

Joseph Ball

(15/10/1947 - 24/4/2022) (Aged 74 years) My loving partner Joe, you will always be on my mind of every minute of every day. Loving Dad of Son Stephen and little Otis (Dog). We miss you so much already, can't believe this has happened to us. The light has gone out in our hearts, in mine and Stephens hearts. You made us laugh, you made us cry, most days. now you have gone to sleep, it's time to rest in Heavenly peace. Back in the loving arms of Angels, Mum Julia, Dad, Bill and your Brother Jed. God bless you all. Rest peacefully sweetheart, till we meet again - Partner Elsie, Son Stephen, Girlfriend Ellie and little Otis (Dog) xxxx Funeral service to be held on Thursday 12th May 2022 at St Francis Xavier Church 12 noon followed by interment at Kirkdale Cemetery for 1.20pm. Joseph will be resting at home from Monday 9th May. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Elwy Lodge, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 7QY. 0151 548 5399.

Peter Philip C'Ailceta

C'AILCETA Peter Philip 11th April 2022, aged 81 years. Sadly passed away with all of his family around him. Funeral service and cremation at St Helen's Crematorium on Friday 13th May at 1.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Dementia Society c/o W. Craven, 1a St. Johns Road, Huyton, L36 0UR, Tel. 0151 480 6339. Where Peter will be resting.

Stephen Paul 'Ste' Carson

CARSON Stephen Paul 'Ste' April 24th 2022, aged 65 years. Reunited with loving mum, dad and brother. Loving husband of Dot, loving dad of Natalie and father-in-law of Mark, loving grandad of Claire, Matthew, Emma, Olivia, Daniel, Laura, Kenzie and partners, loving great-grandad of Cayden (deceased), Kelsey, Maddison and Arthur. Ste will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Monday 16th May 2022 at St Helen's Crematorium at 2.00pm. Ste will be resting at home from Friday 13th May 2022. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Elwy Lodge, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 7QY. 0151 548 5399.

Francis Colligan

(FRANK) Peacefully in hospital aged 79 years. Loving Dad of Angela, Joanne and Ian and Grandad of Tara, Kyle, Corey and Lucy. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Mass at St Peter & Pauls RC Church, Kirkby on Wednesday May 18th 2022 at 11:00 am followed by committal at Greenacres, Rainford. No flowers please, by request but donations, if desired for St Peter & Pauls Church. All further enquiries c/o Andrew Roughley Independent Funeral Directors 13-14 Central Square Maghull. L31 0AE. Tel: 0151 433 8820.

Kerry Ann Gallagher

26th April 2022 Dear Kerry, you were the daughter we never had, and we loved you so so much. We will miss you forever my love. Goodnight, God bless. Love from Pam and Kenny xxx

Thomas Hunt

Passed away at home, aged 32 years, on the 31st March 2022. This ache in my heart is hard to bear, because you are no longer here, you are in heaven far above, we send you all our love. Mum, Nan, Brothers, Sisters, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews. Funeral on the11th May 2022, at Anfield Crematorium, at 2pm. Join us to celebrate Thomas' life at the Hotel Anfield, 23 Anfield Road, L4 0TE.

Margaret Rose James

(nee Potter) Passed away peacefully on the 24th of April 2022 aged 84. Loving mum to Paula and Linda, beloved nan to grandchildren Richard, Daniel and Becky (deceased) and little nan to Alfie, Codey and Fallon. Forever in our hearts. Margaret will be resting at her home from Tuesday the 10th of May. Service to be held at Anfield Crematorium on Thursday the 12th of May at 4pm. All further enquiries to Thompsons Funeral Directors, 8 Walton Vale L9 2BU. 0151 525 3138.

Anthony Ludden

Aged 82 Years. Anthony will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A funeral service will be held at Greenacres, Rainford on Monday 16th May 2022 at 12pm, followed by an interment at St Helen's Cemetery. All enquiries to Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, tel: 01514263131 option 1. 31 High Street, Prescot, L34 6HE

Elsa Margaret McLelland

(Nee Sumner) Sadly passed away peacefully at home on 29th April 2022. Deeply loved Wife of Ian, loving Mum to Janet and Michael and Daughter-in-law Jacqui. Nan to Kieran, Chris, Dominic, Cath and Liam. Requiem Mass will take place at St Winefride's RC Church, Neston on Wednesday 25th May at 12:30, followed by cremation at Chester Crematorium, Blacon. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to British Heart Foundation c/o Charles Stephens Funeral Directors. Tel: 0151 336 4184

Marjorie Murphy

(Nee Corlett) 1st May 2022 passed away peacefully after a short illness aged 75 years. Beloved wife of Tony, devoted mum to Karen (deceased), Julie and Wendy. Loving nan to Anthony, Connor and Ryan, great grandmother to Olivia and Harloe. Special sister and auntie. Loved and cherished by Peter. Funeral service to be held at Springwood Crematorium on Tuesday 17th May 2022 at 11.00am (casual dress). Family flowers only, but donations in favour of Cancer Research would be gratefully received. All enquiries to Craven Funeral Directors, Broad Green Road, Liverpool, L13 5SG. Tel 0151 228 3900.

(Nee Corlett) My beautiful sister Marjy you have left me precious memories Sis, you will be so sorely missed. Back with your Karen and all our deceased brothers and sisters. Loving Sister Linda, Dawn, Tommy (Tosh) and Families xxx.

Frances Ann Murray

(Nuala) Frances will be dearly missed by all her loving family and friends. Requiem mass to take place on Friday 13th May at 10am at St Margaret's Mary's Church. Followed by a committal at Springwood Crematorium at 11:15am. All enquiries to Desmond L. Bannon & Sons. The Whitehouse, Broadgreen Road. L13 5SF. Tel: 0151 228 2272.

Marjorie Neilson

07.05.1938-30.03.2022 Passed away at home. You were a lovely sister, showed concern for other people's needs. We had some good times together, happy memories I have of you Marjorie. You will not be forgotten by your nieces and nephews or me. Love you. You will be missed by your neighbours and friends. Service and Cremation at Springwood Crematorium, 12th May at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations to Marie Curie or The British Heart Foundation.

Thomas Roberts

18th April 2022 Passed away peacefully aged 84 years. Beloved Dad, Brother, Uncle and friend. Will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place at Landican South Chapel on Monday 16th May at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Ward 36, Arrowe Park Hospital. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare Moreton 0151 677 2342.

Hilary Higham

(Nee Wilson ) A much loved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be very sadly missed by all. Funeral service to be held at The Old Roan Methodist Church on Thursday 12 May at 1:45pm followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium at 3:20pm. Family flowers only please but donations can be made to the "Donkey Sanctuary in Hil's memory. All enquiries to The Co-op Funeralcare, 34 Marian Square, Netherton, L30 5QA. Tel: 0151 525 4881.

Anne Steven

Nee Green On May 1st 2022, suddenly at Calderdale Royal Hospital, Anne aged 78 years of Slaithwaite. Dearly loved wife of James, much loved mum of Nick, Julian and Rachel and a loving grandma of Jacob and Gabriel. Service and committal at Park Wood Crematorium, Elland on Tuesday June 7th at 2.15pm. All enquiries to The Taylor Funeral Service tel. 01484 656156.

Terry Andrews

Sadly passed away at Torbay Hospital, Torquay on 13th April 2022, aged 58 years. Terry will be dearly missed by all his family. Son of Terry (deceased) and Vera, brother to Lynne and Karen, dad to Charlie, uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Funeral service to take place on Thursday 12th May, at 12 midday, at Drakes Crematorium, Torquay.

Jean Latimer Ashcroft

(nee Matthews) Passed away peacefully aged 84 years. Reunited with her beloved Husband Roy. Loving Mum, adored Nan and Great Nan. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will take place at Springwood Crematorium (Rosemary Chapel) on Tuesday 17th May at 1pm. Family flowers only, however, donations are welcomed for Zoe's Place. Enquiries to Pearson Collinson, 87-91 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 2DD. Tel: 01517221514 * * * Every time I see a rainbow Mum, I will look for you, Love David x Remembering you is easy Mum, we do it every day, missing you is the heartache, that will never go away. With all our love. Goodnight, God Bless Chris & Jan xx Mum, you closed your beautiful eyes and went to sleep and grew your Angel wings, watch over us all we will miss you forever. Loving daughter Lynne, son-in-law Steven, grandchildren Emma, Sally and Michael, partners Charlie and Molly xxxxxxx Memories are a gift to treasure, ours of you will last forever, loved and remembered every day, Alan, Lauren & Joel xxx Sweet dreams our beautiful, amazing, crazy Nan! Strong and fearless to the end! All our love Mollie, Jack, Jennie Sam, Peter, Marc, Tara & Caleb xxxxxxxx

Joseph Ball

Our Joe Memories of us growing up I will always cherish. A loving Brother and Uncle, reunited with Mum, Dad and Ged. Broken hearted sister Maria, Dave, Michael, Andrew and Emma.

Enid Barr

April 28th 2022 peacefully in St Josephs Hospice, aged 98 years. (Late of Redwood Avenue, Lydiate) Dearly loved, devoted mum to Dot, Michael and Gary, son-in-law John and daughter-in-law Lorraine, loving grandmother and great-grandmother of all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Service and cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Tuesday 17th May at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, but donations if desired to St Josephs Hospice c/o Thompsons Funeral Services 175a Liverpool Road North Maghull, L31 8AA 0151 526 1815 Thanks to all the Staff at St Josephs Hospice for their care.

Ray Connell

2nd May 2022. They say say that time is a healer I don't believe that's true because I know the pain of losing you will last my whole life through. Broken-hearted Wife Julie. xxx Dad, you fell asleep and angels came the lord looked down and called your name, now heaven has its brightest star in our thoughts you're never far. Goodnight God bless Dad. Love you always Lacey and Ben. xxx They say there is a reason, they say that time will heal but neither time or reason will change the way we feel. Good night God bless Dad, love you always Philip and Jereen. xxx Love and miss you always Grandad you are the star up in the sky. Love your beautiful Granddaughters Polly and René. xxx Deepest sympathy to Julie, Lacey and Philip and families on the loss of our Ray. Your love left our lives but you will never leave our hearts. Love and miss you, miss you forever. Bunna, Anette, Graham, Vincent, Danny, Hannah and Erica. Gone but not forgotten. Thank you for all the happy memories Ray. Love and miss you always. Jean, John, Philip, Laura, Neil and families. xx A fantastic Brother in law and an amazing friend, Life won't be the same without you Ray. You will never be forgotten you are a legend. Love Philip, Gaynor, Gemma, Alan and families. xxx Goodnight and God bless Ray. Always in our hearts. All our love Linda, Leah, Lindsay and Julieann and families. xxx Funeral to be held on Monday 16th May 2022 at Springwood Crematorium at 2pm (Rosemary Chapel). All enquiries to B Jenkins And Sons 4 Church Road North L15 6TF Tel: 0151 733 7201 Email: enquiries@bjenkinsandsons.co.uk

William Henry Cottrell

Loving and much loved husband of Margaret, much missed father of Julia, Graham, Andrew and Ruth, grandfather of 13 and great grandfather of 7. Passed away at home in Redbourn, Hertfordshire, on 31st March 2022, aged 96 years. The funeral service will be held at 2pm on Monday 16th May at Christ Church, High Oaks, St Albans AL3 6DJ followed by the interment at St Mary's Church, Redbourn. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be made to RNMDSF and Fight For Sight. All enquiries to Phillips Funerals 01727 851006.

Gertrude Ellison

April 19th 2022, aged 90 years. Loving Mother to Bernadette, Peter and Joseph. Grandmother to Jenny, Kathryn and Rachel, and Great Grandmother to Elsie. (If roses grow in Heaven pick a bunch for me, place them in my mother's arms and tell her they're from me. Remembering her is easy I do it every day, but there is now an ache in my heart that will never go away) Gertrude will be very sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral Service to take place at St Alberts Church Stockbridge Village on Monday 16th May at 10.30am, followed by Interment at Yewtree Cemetery. All enquiries to Craven Funeral Directors 132 Liverpool Road L36 3RG Tel-01514891212 where Gertrude will be resting. Craven Funeral Directors

Frederick Lewis

(Fred) (10.02.1944 - 27.04.2022) Sadly aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Julie, much loved dad of Helen and Mark, the perfect grandad of Charlie, Hannah, Sienna and Amy. His bravery, positivity and determination while suffering with his illness was inspirational to us all. Requiem Mass to take place on Monday 16th May 2022 at Our Lady of Assumption Church at 9.30am, followed by committal at Springwood Crematorium, Rosemary Chapel at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Clatterbridge Cancer Charity. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Gateacre Village, L25 3PH. 0151 4283885.

Phyllis Liddell

(Farrance) Phyllis Mary Liddell, beloved wife of the late Billy Liddell (of Liverpool Football Club) died peacefully on 5th May, her 99th birthday. Phyllis, born in 1923, was the loving mother of David and Malcolm, mother-in-law to Jill and Margaret. Nana to Timothy, Andrew, Sarah, Jennifer & Steven, Great Grandmother to Olivia, Eleanor, Amber & James. A service to celebrate her life will be held in Redcar, at Kirkleatham Memorial Park and Crematorium.

Vera McGarry

(nee Fitzpatrick) 4th May 2022, Vera passed away at home surrounded by her loving family, aged 97 years. A true lady who was loved by all her family and friends. Much loved mother to all her children, loving grandmother to all her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Finally back in the arms of her loving husband Paddy, reunited with her children and grandchildren. Vera will be resting at home from Monday 9th May. Requiem Mass at St Paul's Church, West Derby on Friday 13th May at 12 noon, followed by interment at Yew Tree Cemetery at 1.15pm. The family will then celebrate her life at the Deysbrook Public House, Deysbrook Lane. All welcome. For further enquiries Independent Funeral Service, 51 Priory Road, Anfield, L4 2RX. Tel 0151 260 3767.

Raymond McKeown

Died peacefully at home, aged 87 years. Much loved Husband of Joan. Father of Lynne, Alison, Debbie, Elaine & James. Adored Grandad of six Grandchildren and eight Great-Grandchildren. You are loved and missed so much. A funeral service will be held at Anfield Crematorium on Friday 20th May 2022 at 12:40pm. All enquiries to Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, 31 High Street, Prescot, L34 6HE. Telephone: 0151-426-3131 option 1.

Mary Millington (Unwin)

Mary passed away peacefully on Thursday 28th April 2022. Loving Mother of Ian, John and Geoff. Mother in law to Lorna, Cathy and Leslie. Nana to Chloe, Pheobe, Callum and Kate and Mary Milly to Hannah and Bradley. Greatly missed and remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral arrangements to follow, family flowers only. if you would like to make a donation, please donate to Marie Curie as this was Mary’s chosen charity.

Margaret Owen

April 9th 2022 Suddenly at home aged 76 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Eddie, much loved Mum of Stuart and Karina, dear Mother in law to Phil and Louise. Margaret was a loving Nan and Great Nan and will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Anfield Crematorium on Monday May 16th at 11.20am. All flowers & enquiries c/o Craven Funeral Directors, Broad Green Road, Liverpool, L13 5SG. Tel 0151 228 3900.

Joan Owen

(Roberts ) Peacefully on Tuesday 26th April 2022 at Castleview Nursing Home, Isle of Man. Joan aged 84 years, formerly of West Derby. Much loved Mum to John, loving Nan to Alice and one of five devoted sisters, she will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. A funeral service will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Toxteth on Friday 13th May at 12pm, followed by internment at Landican cemetery. Family flowers only. Please make donations, if so desired, to Alzheimer's Society. Enquiries to Barringtons Funeral Directors, Waterloo. Telephone 0151 928 1625.

Margaret Ponting

(Dalzell ) Passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday 30th April 2022 aged 73 years. Reunited with loving Husband Brian, much loved Mum to Brian, Angela, Michael & Paul The Funeral is to be held on Friday 13th May at Anfield Crematorium at 2.40pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Roy Castle Foundation. All enquiries to Thompsons Funeral Directors, Bootle, 0151 933 0202. Mum words cannot describe how much you will be missed, now back with my dad xxx Brian Rest now mum, peace at last. We will miss you forever. Beloved daughter Angie, son in law Ian and heartbroken grandchildren Leah, Evie and Luke xxx Sleep peacefully Mum, back in the arms of our Dad, love you forever. Heartbroken son Michael and daughter in law Gillian. Love you Nannie, gonna miss our cuddles and beef hula hoops, granddaughters Olivia and Sophia xxx Goodnight Mum, rest in peace. I will love you forever, your loving son Paul (the baby) and daughter in law Jenny xx Sleep easy Nan, we will always have happy memories of you - always in our hearts, Grandchildren Liam & Alex xxx

Bernard Nelson Rains

20/04/2022 Aged 88 years. Bernard died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family by his side. Devoted Husband to Mary, loving Dad to Kevin and Carol, beloved Father-in-Law to Donna and Dave. Greatly missed by his Grandchildren, Sam, Emily, Katie, Thomas and Eimear. Funeral Service and committal to take place at Thornton Crematorium on Tuesday 17th May 2022 at 11:15am. Family have respectfully requested to have family flowers only. Any enquiries c/o McCallum & Tritton & Sons 46 Mersey View Brighton-Le-Sands L22 6QB 0151 931 2002

Anne Waddington

Beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend, passed away at her family home on 23rd April after a long illness. Private cremation on 18th May. The family will be celebrating Anne's life at Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, Glos. GL6 9BP, on Friday 20th May at 2.30pm. All are welcome, please dress cheerfully. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be sent for (and made payable to) either Macmillan Cancer Support or Longfield (Community Hospice) c/o Fred Stevens Funeral Directors, Newmarket Road, Nailsworth. GL6 0DQ or donate online at: www.fredstevens.co.uk

William Whinnett

(Billy) Passed away peacefully at Broadgreen Hospital on Tuesday 26th April 2022 aged 74 years. Much loved Dad to Joanne and Jane, Father in Law and Friend to Wayne. Beloved Grandad Bill Bill to Mollie, John-Patrick and Joseph. Beloved Brother and Uncle. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday 17th May at St Anthony's Church at 11am, followed by Anfield Crematorium. Family Flowers only, Donations if so desired to Cancer Research. Billy will be resting at home from Saturday 14th May. All enquires to Thompsons Funeral Directors Bootle 0151 933 0202

Passed away on 26th April 2022, aged 74 years. My very strong, brave brother Billy who fought like a lion to stay here, but you finally lost the battle with cancer. I'm heartbroken my loving, kind, caring, generous brother. I don't know what I'm going to do without you here. My life will not be the same without you Billy, to make us all laugh every day. All my love always, till we meet again Billy. Your Loving Big Sister Kathleen & Heartbroken Nieces Ann, Kathy and Tracey, and families xxxx

David Blyth

6th May 2022 Aged 80 Years Peacefully, after a long illness. Loving Husband of Sheila. Proud and devoted Father of David, Michael, Paul and Christopher. Father-in-law of Trish, Annaka and Kate. Grandad of Lorraine, Emily, Ethan, Harry, Olivia, Samuel, William, Amy, Benji, Luke and Charlie. Brother of Ian and sister-in-law Pam (Australia). The funeral service will be held on Tuesday 24th May at 1pm at Holy Trinity Church, Formby. Family flowers only please but donations are being gratefully received for 'Macmillan Cancer Support' or 'Parkinsons UK' c/o Dean Brothers Independent Funeral Directors, Deans Court, Gores Lane, Formby, L37 7DF. Tel: 01704 872023 www.deanbros.co.uk/donations

Shirley Elizabeth Sime

Peacefully at Ashcroft House Nursing Home, Formby. Service and committal at Southport Crematorium on Friday 27th May at 1:00pm. Family flowers only but donations gratefully received for Freshfield Animal Rescue.

William Charles Balmer

Formerly of Myrtle Gardens Died peacefully in Hospital surrounded by his children on May 5th 2022. Loving husband of Maureen (deceased) and devoted dad of Elaine, Billy, Craig and John. Doting grandad to Richard, Charlotte, Emily, Steph, Kerensa, Floyd and Mac. Great grandad to Rohan, Noah and Maia. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at Walton Lea Crematorium, Warrington on Thursday 26th May at 4.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations for Prostate Cancer Research at www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rip-billy-balmer.

Eric Bird

A light from our lives has gone, rest in peace. Tony and Elsie

Francis Colligan

(Going to miss you my old mate. Sleep peacefully Frank). Davy Foy

Joyce Dawson

May 4th 2022 Passed away peacefully aged 89 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Lee. Much loved mum of Stephen & Janice. Dear mother-in-law of Philippa & Paul. Joyce will be very much missed by all her loving grandchildren and great-granddaughter of whom she was very proud. Funeral service to be held on Friday May 20th at 3:20pm in Anfield Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Joyce may be made to Marie Curie Cancer Care. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare St Ambrose Grove L4 2RL Tel 263 2791

Francis Joseph Millea

Francis passed peacefully in Ainsdale Court Nursing home on April 27th 2022. He was a devoted and loving husband to his late wife Sheila. Frank will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St Clare's Arundel Rd, Wavertree 10.30am on Thursday, 19th May followed by Committal at Springwood. Donations if desired to Cancer Research UK / Dementia UK All enquiries to Leadbetter & Murphy Smithdown Road 0151-733-3323

Marjy Murphy

In loving memory of sister Marjy. Deepest sympathy to Tony, Julie, Wendy and Family. Love always, Margy, Wally, Jacqui, Michael, Alice and Phoebe. xxxxxx

Josephine Owens

86 years, unexpectedly passed on the 16th April 2022. Requiem Mass at St Paul's RC Church (Town Row, Spring Grove L12) at 11.30, Tuesday 17th May 2022, followed by Cremation at Anfield Crematorium at 12.40. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, may be made to Alder Hey Hospital, separately or at the service.

Susan Peeney

Reunited with her beloved Mum Patsy, Brothers Colin, Tommy, Tony & Paul deeply loved by her Daughter Caitlin and all her family and friends. So very missed by us all. Wishing for one more hug. Our memories will live on forever as we carry you in our hearts. Funeral service to be held at St Oswald's Church on Friday 13th May 2022 at 1.00pm followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium. Donations if desired to Dementia UK. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon Family funeral Directors The Whitehouse, Broadgreen Road, Liverpool L13 5SF Tel 0151 228-2272

Passed away on the 16th April 2022. She was born on the 23rd September 1966. It was a shock when I was told Susan had passed away, but your angel's wings will take you to your mum and your brothers. All our love, Auntie Bren, Uncle Mylie and family. xxxxxx

Mary Thomas

Aged 91 years. Mary was a loving Mam and Nan who will be forever loved and missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service and committal to be held at Anfield Crematorium on Tuesday 17th May at 10.40am. Mary will be resting at home from Monday 16th May. All enquiries to Desmond Bannon & Sons, John Rotherham House, Burlington Street, L3 6LG 0151 298 2066

Ian James Thompson

Aged 57 years. Beloved son of his Mum and Dad. Loving Dad of Georgia and James. Partner to Jan. Special Brother to Robert. Loved Uncle and Great Uncle to Ray, Adam, Kyle and Theo. Ian will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. 'Two tired eyes are sleeping, two tired hands are still, We love you dearest Ian, and we always will, you will live in our hearts forever'. Funeral Mass to be held Monday 16th May at St Robert Bellarmine Church, Bootle at 11.30am followed by cremation at Thornton Crematorium at 12.45pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries c/o Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, 10 The Crescent, Bootle, L20 0DX Tel 0151 426 3131

Martin Peter Weir

Suddenly passed away aged 26 years. Our son, brother, grandson, nephew and friend, we will miss you always and forever. There will be a hole in our family without Marty, our big friendly giant who always made us laugh. You will always be our big brother and I hope you continue to guide and protect us from wherever you are. Thank you for all the support we have received from the community, family and friends at this devastating time. We are eternally grateful. Gone but never forgotten. Rest peacefully Marty. xxxxxxxx The funeral will take place on Wednesday 18th May, please contact the funeral director for information.

Brian Anthony Whiteside

April 22nd 2022, aged 68 years. Reunited with his beloved Dot, amazing dad of Claire and Kelly, long time friend of Dom and Ste, cherished grandad of Amy, Ryan and Laura. Brian will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 18th May 2022 at Anfield Crematorium at 11.20am.

Mary Fearns

Peacefully in Aintree Hospital aged 90 years. Reunited with Joe, beloved mum of Maureen, Terry, Joe and Dan and a loving Nan and Great-Nan to her 9 grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Forever in our hearts xxx. Mary's funeral service will be held at Anfield Crematorium on Monday 23rd May at 12:40pm. Family flowers only please. Donations are gratefully received to The Stroke Association c/o

Brian Cardno

Brian passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on April 30, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Myra; his two sons, Christopher and Paul; two daughters-in-law, Catherine and Stephanie; his sister and brother, Maureen and Ricky; and four beloved grandchildren, Zoe, Allan, Daniel, and Isobel. Dad had boundless love for his family. He leaves behind many fond memories, too many to share, but all of them bring joy to our hearts and smiles to our faces. His funeral service is at 11am on May 19, 2022, at Southport Crematorium, and family and friends will gather at The Freshfield in Formby afterwards. Any and all are welcome to attend, especially as we raise a glass to a fine man who lived a full life.

Janet Sumner

Jan Suddenly at home aged 65 years. Beloved mum of Amy and Lucy, devoted Grandma of Oliver, Oscar and Bella and best friend of Gizmo. (Forever in our hearts xxx). Jan's funeral service will take place at Thornton Crematorium on Thursday 26th May at 12 Noon. Family flowers only please, donations are gratefully received for Rescue Me Animal Sanctuary.

Joyce Aitchison

Passed away peacefully aged 92 years. Loving Mum to Michael, Billy, Viki (Irene), and Ronnie. Proud Grandma and Great Grandma. Funeral service to be held at Anfield Crematorium on Friday May 20th at 10am. All enquiries C/O The Co-op Funeralcare 2 St Ambrose Grove Anfield L4 2RL TEL 0151 263 2791

William Aspinall

27/01/1935 - 18/04/2022 It is with the deepest sadness and heartbreak that the Aspinall family wish to announce the passing of William Aspinall, Also known as 'Big AZZE'. Beloved husband of Theresa, doting father to Stephen, Janet and Billy, grandad to Lindsey, Kayleigh and Lisa, great-grandad to Tori, Bailey and Harley. You will be forever missed and loved always. XXXX Funeral to be held at St Werburgh's Church on Wednesday 18th May at 1pm. Followed by burial at Landican Cemetery at 2pm. All flowers and cards to be sent to Thomas McMullan Funeral Services, Valley Lodge, Borough Rd, Birkenhead, CH42 9JE - no later than 11am on Wednesday, 18th May 2022.

Janette Susan Bond

(née Livesey) 28th April 2022 peacefully at home, after a long illness, bravely fought with a smile to the end. Aged 71 years. Beloved wife of John. Loving mum of Lee and Adam. Jan will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral service and committal to take place at Southport Crematorium on Wednesday 18th May 2022 at 11:00am. Family flowers only by request please. Donations are being gratefully received for Queenscourt Hospice. Further enquiries please to Brookfields Funeralcare, 73-75 Shakespeare Street, Southport, PR8 5AJ. Tel No: 01704 532106

John Burns

Aged 87 years. John will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends. Goodnight God bless. Requiem mass to be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Wednesday 18th May at 2.00pm, followed by cremation at Springwood Crematorium, Rosemary Chapel. Immediate family flowers only. Donations to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. All enquiries to Craven Funeral Service, 187 Park Rd, L8 6SE. Tel 0151 727 1226.

Edward Joseph Cowan

Passed away suddenly at home aged 88 years. A beloved husband to the late Ellen, Loving father to Ted and Janet, Loving father in law to Ann and Mark, Loving grandad to Veronica, Leanne, Katie, Sarah, John and Louise, Loving big grandad to Jesse, Caitlin, Joe, Ted, Lucy, Dominic, Nancy, Billy and Pippa. The funeral Service will be held on Monday 16th May 2022 at All Saints Church in Speke at 10.30am followed by a committal at Springwood Crematorium Rosemary Chapel at 11.30am. Family flowers only, donations to Marie Curie, Woolton, Liverpool. Family Tributes of Condolence If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I would walk right up to heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken no time to say goodbye. You were gone before I knew it and only God knows why. My heart still aches with sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to love you no one can ever know. Broken hearted son Ted and loving daughter in law Ann. The Memories of his laughter, his warm loving smile, his eyes so full of happiness. Memories are forever be they laughter or of tears. Memories we will treasure through all the coming years. Goodnight God bless big grandad. Your loving Granddaughter Leanne, Dan and Loving great grandchildren Jessie, Joe and Ted. Somewhere beyond the heavens we know that's where you are. We will see you when the sun sets, you are that shining star. Goodnight grandad, loved and missed, your heartbroken granddaughter Sarah. Goodnight big grandad we will miss you dearly, Great grandsons Dominic and Billy. Grandad here's hoping today wherever you may be it feels like you're taking a delightful wonderful weekend holiday and that there is some cosy and wonderful place you have found where all your friends can come around. These words may be light hearted grandad but a smile helps ease the pain. So don't forget to save a chair for the day we meet again. Love you grandad, your loving granddaughter Louise and Michael and your loving great granddaughters Nancy and Pippa. Dad The parting was so sudden we didn't get to say goodbye, Although my heart is breaking I know how lucky I am to have been able to call you my DAD. My memories of you will last a lifetime as will the pain of losing you. You truly were my Rock. Until we meet again dad (never more than a thought away) Your heartbroken daughter Janet and son in law Mark xxx Grandad Grandad gone so suddenly. You left a hole in our hearts that cannot be filled. We will miss you grandad. You can shed tears that he is gone, or you can smile because he lived, You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back, or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left. Your heart can be empty because you can't see him, or you can be full of the love that you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember him and only that he is gone, or you can cherish his memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back, or you can do what he would want. Smile, open your eyes, love and go on. Your broken hearted grandchildren Veronica and Nick, Katy, John and Laura. Night Night grandad. Your great grandchildren Lucy and Caitlin xx

John Duffey

17.11.1959 - 05.04.2022 Passed away at home aged 62 years. Reunited with his beloved dad John and brother Tony. John will be dearly missed by his heartbroken mum Margaret, all the family and all who knew him. Service at Our Lady's Church, Southport Road, Lydiate on Thursday 19th May 2022 at 10.00am, cremation following at Thornton Crematorium. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to David Clegg Independent Funeral Service, 77 - 79 Bridge Road, Litherland, L21 2PA. Tel 0151 928 6665.

Allan Edge

20th April 2022 suddenly at The Northern Counties Eventide Home aged 88 years. Loving Husband of the late Hilda Edge and Father of the late Graham Edge. Father of Christine, devoted Grandfather to Simon and Matthew. Loving Brother of Ronnie Edge, Barbara Milton and the late Dorothy Metcalf. Funeral service to take place at St Luke's Church, Crosby on Tuesday 17th May 2022 at 2pm with burial in churchyard to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent to The Northern Counties Eventide Home care of McCallum & Tritton & Sons, 46 Mersey View, Brighton-le-Sands, L22 6QB

Susan Fay

Sadly passed away, aged 56. Loving Mother to Lindsay and Nanna to Kiera and Lexi. Susan will be dearly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Thursday 19th May at 9:45am at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs. Followed by an interment at Allerton Cemetery at 11am. All enquiries to Desmond L. Bannon & Sons. Burlington Street, L3 6DG. Tel: 0151 298 2066.

John Fletcher

12th April 2022 peacefully at Arncliffe Court Care Home, Halewood, L26, aged 63 years. Dear twin brother of Andrew. Service and cremation at Anfield Crematorium on Thursday 19th May at 10.40am. All further enquiries to Independent Funeral Service, 51 Priory Road, Anfield, L4 2RX. Tel 0151 260 3767.

Llewellyn Richard Johnson

(Lu) Passed away peacefully aged 76 years. Beloved husband of Carol, loving dad of Anna and Rachel, adored grumps of Layla, Elliot, Jack and Paige. Will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will take place at Springwood Crematorium, Rosemary Chapel on Monday 23rd May at 11am. Family flowers only, however donations in memory of Lu are welcomed for RNLI. Enquiries to Pearson Collinson Funeral Services, 87-91 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 2DD. Tel: 01517221514

David Owen Jones

16th April 2022, aged 82. Unexpectedly but peacefully at home. Sadly missed by daughter Sonia, son Nick, step-daughter Leila, family and friends. Funeral service and cremation, Monday 23rd May, 11.30am at Springwood Crematorium. (Rosemary Chapel). Enquiries to Howard Jenkins Funeral Service, 11 Childwall Valley Road, L16 4PB. Tel 0151 737 1670.

James Lang

(Jimmy ) Passed away on 25th April 2022. Aged 79 years. Much loved Husband of Frances. Beloved Dad of Peter, Alison and Ian. Much loved Father in law to Debbie, Kate & Philip. Dearly loved Grandad of Daniel, Philip, Hayley, Peter, Emily and Adam. Great Grandad to Avia, Ruby, Thomas and Darlah and Felicity. Funeral to be held on Friday 20th May 2022 at St Ambrose Church Heathgate Avenue, Speke, L24 7RS at 12:00noon. Followed by a Cremation at Springwood Crematorium at 1:30pm (Rosemary chapel). Family flowers only, donations if desired to Prostate Cancer. All enquiries to B Jenkins And Sons 4 Church Road North L15 6TF Tel: 0151 733 7201 Email: enquiries@bjenkinsandsons.co.uk

(Jimmy) Aged 79 years. Loving Brother to Brian and Kenny and sister-in-law Margaret, nephews Paul and Mark and their families. He will be very sadly missed by us all.

John Angus Mackay

Peacefully at Arrowe Park Hospital on 3rd April 2022, aged 92 years. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Rest in Peace. Service and cremation will be held at Landican South Chapel on Wednesday 18th May 2022 at 1.30pm. Family flowers only, but donations can be made to Prostate Cancer UK or Macmillan Cancer Support. C/O Quinns Funeral Service 217 Greasby Road, Greasby Wirral CH49 2PF tel: 0151 677 2299

Peter McDade

On 30th April 2022 peacefully in hospital, Peter aged 77 years. The beloved husband of Pat (deceased), dearly loved dad of Simon, Stuart & Joanne, Samantha & Abid, Stephen & Catherine, dear grandad of Maxwell, Ryan, Adam, Zak, Tahira and Layla, loving son of Frank & Gladys (both deceased) and dear brother of Heather, Moira & Douglas and sadly missed by all his family and friends. "At Rest" The funeral took place at St James Church, Brindle on Wednesday 11th May 2022, followed by Interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to "Stroke Association" c/o the family. Inquiries to: Ian Wilde Independent Funeral Directors, 211 Station Road, Bamber Bridge, PR5 6LD Tel: 01772 902345.

Barbara Mercer

Passed peacefully at home aged 80 years. Reunited with her husband Graham, and parents Cissy and Charlie. Loving mother to David and Louise, mother-in-law to Mark and Irene, and devoted nan to Isabelle. Funeral Service to take place at Thornton Crematorium on Thursday 19th May 2022 at 1:30pm. All Enquiries to McCallum & Tritton & Sons - 0151-931-2002

Edward O'Brien

O'BRIEN Edward Died 23rd April 2022. Our deepest sympathy to our Liz, Stephen and families on the loss of your dear father. Ted, I can't begin to tell you how much you meant to me, you were my brother, my mate and my confidant. Your memory will be forever printed on my heart. Rest peacefully, Ted, until we meet again. Your devastated Brother Tim, Nieces Sharon, Joanne and Families.

O'BRIEN Edward 23rd April 2022 Peacefully aged 75 years. Reunited with his loving wife Pauline and all his loved ones. Devoted dad to Liz and Steven, loving grandad to Greg, Steven, Beth, Sophie and Teddy, great-grandad to Skylar, Evelyn and Tristan. Much loved brother to Timmy, Tommy, Davey and Susie, father-in-law to Ronnie and Laura. Edward will be very sadly missed xxx. Funeral service will be held at St Peter & Paul's Church, Kirkby on Tuesday 17th May 2022 at 12 noon. Followed by cremation at St Helen's Crematorium. All enquiries to Peter Coyne Funeral Service, St Chads Drive, Kirkby Town Centre, L32 8RB. Tel 0151 548 7999.

Patricia Orrett

(Pat) 29/04/22 aged 84 years. In loving memory of our darling mum Pat now at peace with husband Alf. Loved and missed so much by daughters Sue, Diane & Jan & son-in-law Stephen. Loving grandma to her grandchildren Alex & Ollie and great grandsons Luca & Noah. Funeral service to take place at Blessed Sacrament Church, Walton Vale, 1.30pm on Tuesday 24th May 2022, followed by committal at Anfield Crematorium. Family flowers only please donations if desired to Aintree University Hospital Charitable Trust Fund (Ward 8). All enquiries to Craven Funeral Service 232-234 Warbreckmoor Aintree L9 0HZ Tel: 0151-525-1212 Where Pat will be resting.

Mary Catherine Pantellerisco

From Ainsdale, Southport Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on 13th April 2022, at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, aged 84 years. Devoted wife to the late Alfred. Dearly loved mother to Mary, Tony, Linda, Paul and Sharon. Funeral service to take place at Sacred Heart R.C Church, Ainsdale on Thursday 19th May 2022 at 11am, followed by interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, will be greatly received for Alzheimer's Society. Always in our thoughts. Forever in our hearts. Further enquiries please to Brookfields Funeralcare, 73-75 Shakespeare Street, Southport, PR8 5AJ. Tel No: 01704 532106

Elizabeth 'Edna' Pilkington

25th April 2022 Aged 89 Years Loving wife to her late husband Jim, devoted mother to Janet and Ian, mother-in-law to Louise, cherished Grandma to Isobel and the late Emily and Charlotte. Edna will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service at Southport Crematorium on Friday 20th May at 3:00pm. Family flowers only please but if desired donations are being gratefully received for the Stroke Association. Enquiries to Howard's Funeral Directors, 1-5 Roe Lane, Southport, PR9 9DR. Tel: 01704 500086.

Joan Quirk

Sadly at home aged 88 years. Will be very sadly missed by her loving husband John, children Carol, Paul and Sandra and all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Christ the King Church on Friday 20th May 2022 at 10am, followed by committal at Springwood Crematorium at 11.15am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Debra UK, a charity close to Joan's heart. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon and Sons, The Whitehouse, Broadgreen Road, Liverpool, L13 5SF Tel no: 0151 228 2272

Joan Savage

(nee McEvoy) Died 7th May 2022. Peacefully at Woodlands Nursing Home, Poynton, formerly from Huyton, Joan aged 91 years. A beloved wife of Walter and a loving mum and nanna who will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Mass will be held in St. Agnes Church, Huyton on Friday 20th May at 10am, followed by cremation in Springwood Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in favour of Alzheimer's Society, c/o Craven Funeral Directors Broadgreen Road Old Swan L13 5SG Tel: 0151 228 3900

John Vaudrey

Passed peacefully away on 5th May, 2022, aged 64 years. Devoted Husband to Susan, much loved Dad of Jane and Helen, beloved Grandad to Evie, Ben and Jacob, A loving Brother to his Brothers and Sisters, John will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held in St Julie's R.C Church at 12:00 on Tuesday 17th May, 2022 followed by burial at St Helens Cemetery at 1.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Willowbrook Hospice c/o the funeral director. All enquiries to F W Marsh, 100 Parr Stocks Road, St Helens, WA9 1NZ. Tel: 01744 27928. www.fwmarshfunerals.co.uk.

(Nicholas) John, its hard to believe you're no longer with us, but you remain in our thoughts and hearts. We'll miss your great guitar playing, your silly jokes, your walking tips and the best pubs along the way, good book recommendations, and even your moaning about "the toffees" and the weather. Most of all we'll just miss you. Were so proud to call you our brother. Goodnight John-boy. Love Frank, Chris, Anne and Bernie.

Jean Dorothy Watkinson

Peacefully on Friday 29th April 2002, aged 81, in Birkdale. Deeply Beloved Mum of Ian, Robert and Andrew, Nana to Harry, Jackson, Isaac and Freya and Mother in Law to Louise. Devoted and loving friend to many who will be so greatly missed. Funeral Service 11am Tuesday 24th May at St Mary's the Virgin Rufford. All Flowers welcome. All enquiries to FJ Gibb Funeral Directors, 6a Clarence Road, Birkdale, PR8 4BH. Tel: 01704 551666

Linda Elizabeth Welsh

Aged 57 years. Special sister of Elaine, Geoff, and Peter. Adored Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Loving sister in law. Linda will be sadly missed and always remembered by all her family and friends. A Funeral service will be held at St Helen's Crematorium on Wednesday 18th May 2022 at 2:30pm. All enquiries to Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, 31 High Street, Prescot, L34 6HE. Telephone: 0151-426-3131 option 1.

Ronald Gardiner

(ronnie) Who passed away peacefully on 28th April 2022 aged 64 Throughout your life you loved unconditionally and were loved by so many. Your life was a blessing. Your memory a treasure. you loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. Always and forever in our hearts. Goodnight, God bless Dad. Till we meet again.

Donna Maria McDermott

May 2nd 2022, aged 62 years. Reunited with loving partner Brian. Loving mum of James, Brian and Samantha, loving nannie of Tia, Kai, Una and Brianna. Donna will be very sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 19th May 2022 at St Marys Church (Kirkby) at 11.30am, followed by committal at Springwood Crematorium (Rosemary Chapel) at 1.00pm. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Elwy Lodge, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 7QY. 0151 548 5399.

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