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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Death Notices
Eric passed away suddenly at home aged 89 years. The dearly loved husband of the late Sheila. A beloved Dad, Grandad and Father-in-Law. He will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and neighbours.
A service to celebrate Eric's life will be held at 11 am Altrincham Crematorium on Friday 2nd September 2022. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St Ann's Hospice in memory of Eric's late wife Sheila.
All enquiries to Kenneth Dewey and Sons Funeral Directors Tel 0161 980 7010 Kenneth Dewey and Sons Funeral Directors 2 Grove Lane Hale WA15 8JE.
On 30th August 2022, Alan, dearly loved husband of Joyce and a much loved dad, granddad and great granddad, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his children. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Service to be held on Friday 16th September at 11-45 a.m., at St. James's Church Milnrow, followed by Rochdale Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o Leach and Clegg Funeral Service, 99 Dale St. Milnrow. Tel 01706 647377.
Passed away on 23rd August 2022, aged 90 years. Beloved husband to late Enid. Much loved Dad of Vivienne, Glenn and Mark. Dearly loved grandad to Lee, Scott, Leah, Elisha, Kyle and Samuel and great-grandad to Kai, Reeva, Alex, Bruno and Noah.
Funeral service will take place on Saturday 3rd September 2022 at 10.00am in Overdale West Chapel. Donations to be paid directly to Tyldesley Methodist Church, Lower Elliott Street, Tyldesley, Manchester, M29 8HZ.
All enquiries to Cheethams Funeral Services 294 Bolton Road, Walkden, Manchester, M28 3FJ 0161 790 2904.
Peacefully passed away on 19th August 2022 aged 86 years, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Beryl. A devoted dad, grandad and great grandad.
Albert will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to be held in Altrincham Crematorium on Monday 5th September at 11:30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Dementia UK.
For all enquiries please contact Herbert Murray Funeral Directors, 29 Green Lane, Sale, M33 5PN. Tel 0161-962-3456.
Margaret passed away in hospital on 14th August, 2022 aged 79. Her funeral service will be held at Macclesfield Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, 8th September at 2pm. CO-OP Funeralcare 124 Broken Cross Macclesfield SK11 8TZ Tel: 01625 425284
Margaret passed away in hospital on 14th August, 2022 aged 79. Her funeral service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, 8th September at 2pm. CO-OP Funeralcare 124 Broken Cross Macclesfield SK11 8 TZ Tel: 01625 425284
Christina Ena DUNLEAVY (nee Nolan)
(Nee Nolan ) On August 11th 2022 Fortified by the Rites of Holy Mother Church Peacefully at home in Withington formerly of Mountain Forthill, Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo. Christina aged 84 years. The dearly beloved Wife of the late Pat. RIP.
Loving Mum of Margaret, Christina, Marion and Colette. A Loved Grandma of Nuala, Amanda, Hayley and Kieran. A Loving Great Grandma of Riley. A Dear Auntie and Mother in Law.
Evening Reception into St Cuthbert's RC Church, Withington on Wednesday 14th September at 5.00pm. Requiem Mass Thursday at 10.00am Prior to interment at Southern cemetery. Family Flowers only by request. All Enquiries to P Loftus & Son. Tel 861-9336.
Don, of Northenden, formerly of Fletcher's Newsagents, Great Western Street, Moss Side, died peacefully in hospital aged 91 years, the devoted husband of Grace, the dear Dad of Susan and Denise and the loving Grandad of Andrew and Victoria.
Don will be greatly missed by all his family, friends and neighbours. The Funeral Service will take place at Manchester Crematorium on Monday, 12th September at 12 Noon.
Family flowers only please but the family would appreciate donations in favour of Diabetes UK. All enquiries to Arthur Gresty Funeral Homes. Tel 0161 973 1515
Uncle to Mildred and John, Bruce of Somerset Road Droylsden passed away on the 9th of August in Tameside Hospital after a short illness at the age of 93. Bruce will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Bruce's funeral is to take place at Dukinfield Crematorium on Tuesday 6th September at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to the Macular Society P.O Box 1870 Andover, Hampshire SP10 9AD or at the funeral
Died on 21st August 2022 aged 85, surrounded by his loving family. Fortified by the Rites of Holy Mother Church. Loving Husband of Eleanor, much loved Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Brother. All his family and friends will be lost without him.
He was loved and respected all through his life. Funeral service to be held at Rochdale Crematorium, date and time to be confirmed. Family flowers only please. Donations to Foxford & Knockmore Meals on Wheels, care of the Funeral Director.
All enquiries to Bernadette Gibson Funeral Director, Fairfield House Funeral Home, 289 Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7SA. Tel: 0161 761 6214.
Robert Peter (Peter) GREENWOOD
(Peter) Late of Woodley, Stockport passed away unexpectedly on 21st April 2022 at his home address in Woodley aged 63 Years. Peter will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Peter's funeral service will be held on Friday 9th September 2022, at Stockport Crematorium in the Cypress Chapel, at 10:30am. Funeral service entrusted to the care of: Memories Funeral Service, 221 Hall Street, Offerton SK1 4JG Tel: 0161 302 9753.
It is with great sadness that the family of Irene Hibbert announce her death. Irene passed away peacefully on Monday 15th August 2022, aged 93 years of Denton, Manchester and formerly of Gorton, Manchester.
Irene was born in Edinburgh and brought up in Rosyth, Scotland. Irene was the dear wife of the late Robert, the much loved mum of Stuart, devoted grandma of Clare, much loved great grandma of Ethan, dear sister of Ruth and late brothers Eddie and Harold. Irene will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 6th September 2022 at 2.30pm at Dukinfield Crematorium. The family have requested family flowers only please with donations if desired to Brain Tumour Research, a brain tumour charity which Irene would have certainly approved of. All funeral enquiries to: Dowse Catterall Funeralcare 30 Ashworth Street, Denton, M34 3LJ. Tel: 0161 336 6023.
(Invergordon, formerly Manchester) Susan passed away, with her loving husband by her side, after a battle bravely fought, at Raigmore Hospital on Monday 15th August 2022, aged 71 years.
Beloved wife to Allan, loving mother to Scott, sister to Stephen and an amazing friend to many. A celebration of Susan's life is to be held at Inverness Crematorium on Friday 9th September 2022, commencing at 2 pm. All friends respectfully invited.
Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made to Parkinson's UK at the service or online at parkinsons.org.uk Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son, tel: 01349 880901.
At home on 14th August Flora aged 91 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Jozef, now reunited. The Requiem Mass will be offered at St. Bernadette's Church, Whitefield at 10:00am on Thursday 8th September followed by Interment at Bury Cemetery, flowers welcome.
All enquiries to Paul Williams Independent Funeral Directors 215 Bury New Road, Whitefield, M45 8GW. Tel: 0161 796 6018, www.paulwilliamsfunerals.co.uk
Passed away on 9th August 2022 aged 80 years, peacefully at Bowerfield House. Late Wife of Robert, beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Anne will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Family flowers only and /or donations to Dementia UK. Service and Committal to take place at Rowan Chapel, Stockport Crematorium on 6th September 2022, at 11:30am. Funeral Service trusted to the care of Co-op Funeralcare, Davenport. Tel; 0161 456 1709.
Peacefully passed away on the 24th August 2022, aged 84 years. Devoted Wife of the late Joseph 'Joe'. Loving Mum of Andrew, and wonderful Grandma and Great Grandma. Beryl will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Service will be held at
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Tweedale Street, Rochdale on Thursday 8th September 2022 at 12.00 noon followed by a short service at Rochdale Crematorium at 1.40pm. All are welcome to attend.
Instead of flowers Beryl has requested for donations and these will be given to Springhill Hospice & The Stroke Association who were specific organisations that Beryl had direct involvement in or benefitted from. A donation box will be available on the day.
At Beryl's request we are asking that people attend in bright colours as Beryl wanted her funeral to be a Celebration of Life. For all enquiries please contact F Duffy & Son Funeral Service 254 Market Street Whitworth. OL12 8PW Telephone: 01706 868696.
Peacefully on Thursday 18th August 2022, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Pam, a much loved father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to many, who will be greatly missed.
A Requiem mass will be held at St Benedict's Church, Handforth on Wednesday 7th September 2022 at 10:00 AM followed by burial at Wilmslow Cemetery at 11:30 AM.
Flowers welcome or, if preferred, donations to 'Cancer Research UK'. All donations and enquiries to: Albert R Slack Ltd, 84 South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 6AT. Tel: 01625 525063. www.cheshirefunerals.co.uk
On 9th August 2022, peacefully at his home in Prestwich, John aged 85 years. The dearly beloved husband of Janette, much loved dad of John, Sam, Sarah and Rachel, dear father-in-law of Rebecca and Amy and a devoted grandad of Harriet and Charlotte.
A private funeral service took place at Agecroft Crematorium on Friday 19th August. All enquiries to Paul Williams Independent Funeral Directors 215 Bury New Road, Whitefield, M45 8GW Tel 0161 796 6018
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 25th August 2022, aged 88 years. Adored Husband to the late Barbara, loving father to Duncan and Nicola, Father-in-Law of 37 years to Catherine and adored Grandfather to Callum, Andre and Stephanie and Great Grandfather to Rose and Teddy.
Ian will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St Luke's Church, Holmes Chapel on Thursday 15th September 2022 at 13:00, followed by a committal at the Birches Remembrance Park and Crematorium at 14:00.
Family flowers only by request, all donations are gratefully received for RAF Benevolent Fund or Macmillan Cancer Support in loving memory of Ian. All enquiries to: Peter Forshaw Funeral Services. 37a Middlewich Road. Sandbach. Cheshire. CW11 1DH. Tel:- 01270 762230.
Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother Sheila passed away peacefully on 11th August 2022 at the age of 94. Funeral service to be held at 3pm on 7th September 2022 Stockport Crematorium. Family flowers only.
On August 17th 2022, peacefully in Wythenshawe Hospital and of East Didsbury. Stan, aged 76 years.
Beloved husband of Sandra, dearly loved dad of Gary and Gillian, dear father-in-law of Diane, much loved 'Gar' to Alex and 'Grampa' to Luca and Keira and dearly beloved brother of Gerald and the late Geoffrey.
Formerly of Hellerman Tyton, Sharston. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff of Ward A9 at Wythenshawe Hospital for their care and attention.
Service & Committal at Manchester Crematorium (Old Chapel) on Wednesday, September 14th at 11.00am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the 'Lewy Body Society' Enqs. and donations to Jonathan Alcock & Sons Ltd., Brook House, Brook Road, Cheadle, Cheshire. SK8 1PQ tel. 0161 428 2097
Jim On August 10th 2022 peacefully in hospital, aged 96 years and of Middleton. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, dearly loved father of Barbara, loving father-in-law of Tony, much loved grandad to Sarah and her husband Vinesh and a very dear friend to many.
Funeral service to be held at Alkrington & Providence United Reformed Church on Tuesday 6th September at 11.30am followed by Committal at Middleton Crematorium.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Parkinsons UK. All enquiries to S.Wellens & Sons, tel: 0161 643 2677.
O'NEILL Alan James On 16th August 2022 aged 82 years. Dearest Dad of Marc and Zoe. Funeral to take place with Service and Committal on Friday 9th September 2022 at Rochdale Crematorium at 11:50am.
No flowers by request please, donations if desired to a charity of your choice in Alan's memory. Further enquiries to Hedley Jackson Dip FD Tel: 01706 847422.
Sadly on August 12th Tommy passed away suddenly at home in Moston aged 75 Years. The Loving and Precious husband of Anne, a much loved and adored Dad to Lynn, Thomas and Colin, a Loved Father-in-law of Lisa and the late Wayne R.I.P.
A Caring and loving Brother to Betty, Mary and the late Vincent (R.I.P.), a dearly loved Brother-in-law to Elsie and much loved uncle. A caring and ever Loving Grandad and Great Grandad who will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by his family and many friends.
On Monday September 12th Tommy will be received into the Centre Chapel of Blackley Cemetery for service and interment at 2:00pm. No mournful attire please, casual dress preferred. For any further inquiries please telephone Michael Kennedy personally at Greater Manchester Funeral Service Moston on 0161 681 1864
The Rev'd Ernest Geoffrey SEDDON
On Sunday 14th August 2022, peacefully in a care home near to Macclesfield, Geoffrey aged 95 years.
Beloved and loving Husband of the late Margaret, loving Father of Wendy, Keren, Karl, Elia and the late Louise, a dear Father-in-Law to Paige and Kerry, a loving and devoted Grandfather of Jolyon, Sophie, Aimee, Linden and Keaton; and Great Grandfather of Ellie, Gracie, William, Oliver and Leo. Geoffrey will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
The Funeral Service will take place at 12.00 noon on Friday, 16th September at St David's Methodist Church, Llandudno LL30 1YY followed by a private Service of Committal at Colwyn Bay Crematorium.
Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Tearfund. Andrew Smith Funeral Services Park Green House, 82 Sunderland Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6HN Telephone: 01625 433 853 www.andrewsmithfuneralservices.co.uk.
Announcing the sad passing of Margaret Sheard on 15th August 2022, aged 69 years. Beloved wife of John, much loved Mother and friend to many.
Requiem Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption (Middleton) on Friday 9th September at 9.30am followed by interment at Middleton Cemetery. Flowers welcome or if desired donations to Mind or Macmillan. All enquiries to S.Wellens & Sons, tel: 0161 643 2677.
Brian aged 66 years passed peacefully away in St Ann's Hospice, Cheadle on Friday 19th August 2022. Much Loved Husband of Janet. Dad of Matt, Phil and Andy and Son of Jean and the late Ron.
Brian will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends. The funeral service and committal will take place at Stockport Crematorium, Rowan Chapel, on Monday 19th September 2022 at 11.30am.
Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for St Ann's Hospice, https://newhospice.sah.org.uk. Enquiries to: Co-operative Funeralcare, 25 High Street, Macclesfield. Tel: 01625 422583.
Peacefully on 20th August 2022, Fortified by the Rites of Holy Mother Church, Marie aged 91 years, RIP, and of Prestwich.
The dearly beloved wife of the late Terry, much loved mum of Elizabeth, Adrian and Dominic, dear mother-in-law of Sue and Susan, devoted grandma of Sarah, Katherine, Becky, Jessica, Grace, Mary and Anthony and great-grandma of Ruby, Max, Thomas, George, Billy and Arthur.
A Requiem Mass will be offered at Our Lady of Dolours, Servite Church on Tuesday 6th September at 1pm followed by interment at St. Mary's Cemetery, Wardley. Family flowers only please; donations if desired for the benefit of Shelter.
Donations may be made via www.paulwilliamsfunerals.co.uk. All enquiries to Paul Williams Independent Funeral Directors 215 Bury New Road, Whitefield, M45 8GW Tel 0161 796 6018.
In Memoriams
18th Anniversary 30th Aug Loving memories of my wonderful and deeply loved Husband The day you left me Brendan My heart just broke in two The smallest part is still with me And the biggest part with you No length of time can heal my grief.
My love for you is far too deep The next time I meet you Brendan Will be at Heavens door I will put my arms around you And kiss your smiling face And the pieces of my broken heart Will fall back into place I do love you 'STILL' Simply the best Husband in the world Your heartbroken Wife Glynne xxx
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