BENNETT (Valerie). Peacefully on 2nd January 2026, at Macclesfield District General Hospital. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Neil; loving mum of Steven, and a cherished nana to three granddaughters and six great-grandchildren. The funeral is on Monday, 2nd February at Birches Crematorium at 11am. Family and friends wishing to attend should kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
BIDDULPH (Ernie, “Ernest”). Sadly, on 9th January 2026, after a brief illness, Ernie aged 76 years of Fegg Hayes, who passed away at home. Much-loved husband of the late Christine and loving partner of Joyce; devoted dad of Adrian and father-in-law to Jane, and a cherished granddad to Daniel, Joseph, Wish, Barnaby and Charlotte. Ernie will also be missed by Matt and Julie, and Jayne and Graham. The funeral is to take place on Monday, 9th February, with a service at St Michael’s Church, Chell, at noon, followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations much appreciated to Dougie Mac. Inquiries: John Garside Funeral Directors, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
BOWERS (Brenda Elsie Rose). Peacefully at home on Monday, 5th January 2026, in the presence of her loving family, Brenda, aged 90 years of Brown Edge, and formerly of Atherstone, Warwickshire. The devoted and beloved wife of the late Geoffrey; treasured mum to Antony, Christopher, Michael and Catherine; dearest mother-in-law to Martin, Susan, Phillippa and Anne; cherished nana and great nana, a much-loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt, and a good friend and neighbour to many. Brenda will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday, 30th January at noon. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Family flowers only please; donations if desired to Douglas Macmillan (Macmillan Hospice at Home) c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
DAVIES (Roy James) Peacefully on 3rd January 2026, at home, Roy James, aged 87 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Carole; loving dad of Carolyn and Linda; dear father-in-law of Andy; cherished granddad of Emily Ruth, Jessica Ellen and Ellie, and treasured great-granddad of Jaiden, Kai, Arlo and Mylo. The cortege is to leave his home on Wednesday, 4th February at 11.45am for a service at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church at noon, prior to committal at the Birches Crematorium. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend should kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations to AEDDonate. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, Tel 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
GOODWIN (June). Peacefully passed away on Monday, 5th January 2025, in the loving care of her family, at Macclesfield Hospital, June, aged 88 years, of Biddulph. The devoted wife of the late Norman, and dearly loved aunt to many nieces and nephews, June will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her very loving family and friends. A funeral service is to be held to celebrate the life of June at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, on Thursday, 5th February at 2pm, followed by committal at St Lawrence’s churchyard. Family flowers only; donations if desired to St Lawrence’s Church in memory of June. All enquiries to John Garside, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
GREGORY (Beryl Lillian). Peacefully passed away at her home address on 10th January 2026, with her devoted son, Selwyn, by her side, Beryl, aged 95 years, of Knypersley. The devoted wife of the late Fred; dearly loved mum of Selwyn; beloved sister of the late Sylvia, and a much-loved aunt. Beryl will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her loving family and friends. The funeral is to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday, 10th February at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Stroke Association UK in memory of Beryl. All enquiries to John Garside, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
GRIFFIN (David Robert, “Griff”). Sadly passed away on Wednesday, 24th December 2025, while at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, David, aged 70 years, of Scholar Green. He was the much-loved son of Christine and the late John, and a very dear friend to many. David will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends. The funeral service and cremation is to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday, 27th January at noon. Would relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. No flowers by request; donations if desired to Arthritis UK and Alsager Animals in Need, in memory of David. Donations and inquiries to Wilsons Funeral Directors, 48, Cinderhill Lane, Scholar Green, 01782 785 937.
HOLLAND (Reginald David). Passed away peacefully on 31st December 2025 at Macclesfield Hospital. The much-loved husband of Jennifer and cherished dad of David and Emily. A loving granddad of Ethan, Adam, Maddison and Jensen, and dear father-in-law to Andrew and Alicia. The cortege is to leave the family home on Tuesday, 27th January at 12.20pm for the service and cremation at Birches Crematorium at 1pm. All relatives and friends wishing to attend can meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if wished to Macmillan Cancer Support. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Abi and Jason at Larvin and Clegg funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297 963. (larvinandclegg.co.uk). Please direct all enquiries to them.
HUGHES (Geoffrey “Paul”) Peacefully on 6th January 2026, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Geoffrey “Paul”, aged 80 years, of Cranage. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Margaret; loving dad of Simon, Cath, Jennie and Chris; dear father-in-law of Alex and Sarah; cherished and treasured granddad to Beth, Arthur, Elan and Rosalie, and dear brother to Lindsay. The cortege is to leave his home on Thursday, 5th February at 12.35pm for a service and cremation at the Birches Crematorium at 1pm. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Dementia UK or Care Rights UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
LOMAS (Ina). Peacefully at rest on 2nd January 2026, at Clayton Manor Nursing Home, Ina, aged 96 years of Astbury. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Denis Lomas; loving mum of Richard, Janet, Christine, Robert and Sandra; dear mother-in-law of Ann, David, Shaun, Lesley and Darrell, and a cherished and treasured grandma and great-grandma. The cortege is to leave her home on Thursday, 12th February at 11.45am for a service and interment at St Mary’s Church, Astbury, at noon. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations if desired to either Clayton Manor Nursing Home or St Mary’s Church, Astbury. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
LOVATT (Celia). Peacefully at home on Thursday, 8th January 2026, surrounded by her loving family, Celia, aged 100 years, of Biddulph. The devoted and beloved wife of the late Reg; cherished mum to Edwina and Virginia; dear sister of Audrey and Glenis; treasured nana and great nana, a much-loved sister-in-law and aunt, and a good friend and neighbour to many. Celia will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday, 10th February at 1.20pm. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Biddulph In Bloom c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
MITCHELL (Geoffrey Robert). Peacefully on 2nd January 2026, at Bradwell Court Nursing Home, Geoffrey Robert, aged 83 years of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Janet; loving dad of Emra and Lucy, and cherished and treasured granddad of Josh, Jack, Jordan, Lottie and Amelia. The cortege is to leave his home on Friday, 30th January at 10.35am for a service and interment at All Saints’ Church, Church Lawton, at 11am. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Congleton in Bloom. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
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PRYCE (Kath, née Scholes). Of Congleton, Cheshire, passed away peacefully on 8th of January 2026. Much-loved by family and friends. A private burial followed by a thanksgiving service, to which everyone is welcome to attend will be held on Friday, 6th of February at Leominster Baptist Church, Leominster, noon. Please feel free to wear bright colours. Donations to Kids to Kids (Kenya) or Slavic Gospel Association. All Enquires to RW Mann and Son Funeral Directors, 01568 667 586.
ROBERTS (Yvonne). Peacefully on 1st January, in Macclesfield General Hospital, Yvonne Roberts, aged 83 years. A devoted wife to the late Tony, and a much-loved mum to the late Sharron. Yvonne will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends. The funeral service is to take place on Tuesday, 3rd February at St James the Great Church at 10.30am followed by interment in Sandbach Cemetery. Family flowers only please; donations if desired in memory of Yvonne will be gratefully received for Cancer Research UK. For all enquires please contact Co-op Funeralcare, 20, West Road, Congleton, 01260 270 290.
SANER (Clarice Rose). Passed away peacefully at Macclesfield District General Hospital on Monday, 12th January 2026, Clarice, of Congleton, aged 83 years. The much-loved Wife of John; adored mum of Will and Dan, and cherished mother-in-law of Sheila. Clarice will be missed by all of her family and friends but will be fondly remembered. The funeral service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 13th February at 10.45am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for East Cheshire Hospice. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
SHERRATT (Brian) of Biddulph, Spain and Conwy, North Wales, passed away on Monday, 22nd December 2025 with his wife and daughter by his side. Brian, 85, was the much-loved husband of Lynne, daughter Joanne and partner Paul and will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. His memorial service is to be held at Biddulph Moor New Road Methodist Church on Tuesday, 10th February at 1pm and thereafter at the Rose and Crown Public House Biddulph Moor. Donations in Brian’s memory can be given to the British Heart Foundation.
SMITH (Paula Ann). Peacefully on 4th January 2026, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Paula Ann, aged 71 years of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Terry Smith; loving mum of Sharon and Andrew; dear mother-in-law of Kelly and a cherished and treasured mammar of Sophie, Luca, Megan, Callum, Laya and Riley. The cortege is to leave her home on Wednesday, 11th February at 12.30pm for a service at St Peter’s Church, Congleton, at 12.45pm, prior to committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Congleton Spiritual Church. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
STANSFIELD (Margery). Peacefully on 8th January 2026, at Clayton Manor Nursing Home, Margery, aged 95 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Eric William Stansfield; loving mum of Rosaline, Angela, Susan and Martin; dear mother-in-law of Richard, Michael and Christine; cherished grandma and nan of Richard, Ross, Sarah, Vicky, Andrew and Claire, and a treasured great nan of Annabelle, Esmae and Seth. The funeral service is to take place at St James the Great Church, Congleton, on Tuesday, 10th February at 11.45am followed by private cremation. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations if desired to either East Cheshire Hospice or St James the Great Church. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
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TELLWRIGHT (nee Mayer, Ruth Marilyn). Sadly, on 4th January 2026 Ruth aged 86 years, of Biddulph, passed away at home. Cherished wife of the late John; a loving mum of Stephen, Lynn and David; mother-in-law to Sue and Cath, and a much-loved nan, great-nan, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and dear friend to many. Ruth will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral is to take place on Wednesday, 4th February, with a service at St Lawrence’s Church at 2pm followed by burial in the church yard. Floral tributes welcome or if preferred donations appreciated for Dougie Mac.
WALKER (Doreen). Peacefully on Thursday, 25th December 2025 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Doreen, aged 96, years of Biddulph. A devoted wife of the late Gerald; treasured mum of Wendy and Tina; dearest mother-in-law to Mick and the late Abel; cherished nana of Kelly, Liam, Jonathan and James; great-nana of George, Aaron and Ava, and a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Doreen will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all her family. The funeral service will take place at Biddulph Methodist Church, on Thursday, 5th February at noon, prior to interment at Woodhouse Burial Ground. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. No floral tributes by request, donations preferred and gratefully received to Biddulph In Bloom c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
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WEBB, (Norman Frederick). Passed away peacefully aged 79 years, on Thursday, 25th December 2025. The beloved husband (widow) of Ann Webb, and a much-loved dad, granddad, brother and friend. The funeral will take place on Monday, 26th January at 12.15pm at Crewe Crematorium. Donations to the British Heart Foundation, thank you. Enquires to the Co-operative Funeral Care, 01270 584 329.
YEARSLEY (John Harold). Of Congleton, passed away peacefully at home on 24th December 2025, aged 92 years. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Jean, and treasured dad of David and Nigel; the dear brother of the late Joan and Margaret, and uncle to Chris and Helen and friend of Ian. The funeral service will take place at St Stephen’s Church, Congleton, on Tuesday, 3rd February at noon, followed by burial at Woodhouse Burial Ground, Biddulph. Family flowers only; donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
